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 in him, and believe that he will still do much for us and our children, — Father, we have therefore unanimously appointed him our Chief in the place of our late brother and Chief, Capt. John, deceased." Then pointing to Joseph Sawyer, said, — "Father, this is the other person whom we have appointed our Chief in room of James Ajetan, who is no more among us, — Father, this is the desire of all our hearts." Col. Givins then desired Sawyer, myself, John Crane, and Samuel Paudequong, to sign the receipts for the goods received. About sunset, Mr. Ryerson, my brother John, and myself, with several of our brethren, started for the Yonge street Camp meeting; arrived there about 2

Thursday 18th. — After a little sleep we rose to take breakfast. A number of the converted Indians from Schoogog and Mud Lakes were present, as also Brothers John Sunday and Thomas Biggs, from Grape Island. These brethren have come upon a Missionary tour to the north and west, and intend to accompany us to Lakes Simcoe and Huron in a few days. There was a large assemblage of people and preachers present on this occasion. The spirit of deep devotion and praise seemed to rest upon the people. Soon after breakfast, the Rev. Mr. Slater preached from Lamentations ii. 13., "For thy breath is great like the sea, who can heal thee." Brother Huntington exhorted, and I gave a short talk to the whites and Indians. At 10, the Rev. J. Richardson preached to a large and attentive congregation. In the afternoon the Rev. F. Metcalf preached from these words, "Who then can be saved." John Sunday then addressed the whites and the Indians. His simple remarks made a deep impression upon the white people. I also spoke both in English and in the Indian. Powerful prayer meetings were held in the intervals of preaching, and many sinners cried to God for mercy, and several were made to rejoice in the forgiveness of their sins.