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 to about 90 natives. In the evening Elder Case baptized an old Indian woman from Kingston, and her three daughters, who had lately been snatched from the burning of Skootawahpoo! (fire waters,) also five infants. Our prayer meeting in the evening was lively and powerful. Some of our white brethren told us their experience, which I interpreted to the Indians, who were much pleased to hear what God was doing for them.

Monday 14th. — Assisted Brothers Case and Waldron in forming this society into classes; their numbers amounted to 172, including those from Kingston. We divided them into six classes, appointing leaders to watch over and instruct them in their way to heaven.

Wednesday 16th. — Attended a council of the Indians, the purport of which was to petition the Governor for a small tract of land, for the purpose of obtaining fire-wood and pasture convenient for the establishment. The following persons were appointed to wait on his Excellency, viz: John Sunday, John Simpson, William Beaver, Jacob Shippegaw, and John Pigeon — Chiefs and principal men of the tribe. They also requested me to accompany them, and assist them in their request. In the evening Elder Case gave a few rewards for industry to those who had made the most brooms, axe handles, and ladles, for the last two weeks, with a view to stimulate them to greater industry.

Thursday 17th. — Prepared for our journey to York. After Speaking a few words to this devoted people, we commended them to God, and departed from them bathed in tears. Since my last visit to this place five adults have died in the triumphs of faith, amongst whom was John Moses and his daughter Jane, the first fruits on this mission.

Saturday 19th. — Arrived at Cramahe at 10 o'clock, where a Quarterly Meeting is to be held this day and to-morrow.