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 Wednesday 30th. — Engaged at writing. Rather poorly in body. In the evening met in general Council with the Indians at the school room to take into consideration the irregularities of some of our young people, who sometimes get overtaken by intoxication, &c.

Thursday 31st. — At writing, &c. Was much cast down in spirit. Felt as though the Lord had some great work for me to do.

Tuesday 5th. — According to appointment, I went to the Government Office to meet several Indian Chiefs from St. Clair, who have come to see the Governor on some important business.

Tuesday 12th. — We returned home this day, being much wearied with our ride.

Wednesday 13th. — Began to write out some Indian anecdotes for Brother E. Ryerson. Felt rather languid.

Thursday 14th. — This day having been set apart by the Lieutenant Governor's proclamation for a general public thanksgiving and praise to Almighty God, for having removed the pestilence with which we have been visited in our country, all labour was laid aside in our village. Several of the Indians went to hear Mr. McGrath at Springfield.

Sunday 17th. — In the afternoon rode up to Streetsville, and found Brother Bissell preaching to a crowded house. When he got through I preached a short sermon to them from John xvii. 15. The people were very attentive. Lodged for the night with Mr. Switzer, an Irish gentleman who treats us very kindly. The Lord bless the family.

Monday 18th. — Returned in the morning to the village, and was employed in writing a short account of the first introduction of the Gospel to my native brethren at the different Stations.

Tuesday 19th. — At writing in the forenoon. In the afternoon rode down to York in order to apply for a certificate, to