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 laid ourselves upon the rocks with no other covering than the canopy of heaven. I was happy in the Lord; for he was with us on the bare rock, and my soul praised the Lord God for his goodness unto me. Of a truth it is not a vain thing to trust in him. for he doeth all things well.

Saturday 11th. — Made an early start and proceeded down the river. About 2,, a heavy thunder storm came upon us. We landed as soon as possible, and put our clothing, &c, on the shore. And then turned our canoes over them, which prevented them from getting soaking wet. When the rain abated we again pursued our voyage. At 5,, we were again visited with a tremendous thunder storm, which compelled us to put to shore and secure our provisions, &c, as well as we could, from the drenching rain.

Sunday 12th. — Rose up this morning feeling none the worse for our wetting, and we offered up thanks to God for his care over us. We were now ten miles from the encampment of the Matehjedash Indians; and, after breakfast, Mr. Currie and myself concluded to proceed on in our small canoe to the Indian Camps, whilst the rest of our brethren tarried behind, as we did not wish to travel on the Lord's day with our baggage and provisions. Our old faithful guide, and Thomas Biggs, accompanied us. We arrived at the encampment about noon. When we came within hearing we heard the shore resounding with the voices of singing and prayer. They had been expecting our arrival, and, on landing, the men, women, and children flocked around us and gave us a most hearty welcome. Whilst shaking hands several gave us the kiss of charity, and they expressed great joy in seeing us amongst them. We were then conducted to a neat bark wigwam, which had been prepared for our reception, in which we took up our abode and felt quite at home. The head Chief, John Asance, was meeting a class on our arrival. There were seven camps containing about 200 souls.