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 is well, I feel resigned to the will of my heavenly Father, who will do all that is right and best.”

Thursday 29th. — The Rev. James Richardson kindly called.

Monday, June 1st. — Little better; sickness somewhat abated. Dr. Hannah, Revs. Jobson and Gemley came to dinner; after which at my dear husband's request, Dr. Hannah administered the Lord's Supper: it was a very solemn time, when feelings such as words cannot express filled our hearts: we knew that he would never again drink of the fruit of the vine, till he drank it in his father's house above.

Wednesday 3rd. — This morning Dr. Bovell brought Dr. Hodder with him. Sister Taylor came and sweetly prayed and talked with him. He told her he found it difficult to collect his thoughts, or keep his mind for any length of time on one subject. “Oh yes, brother Jones,” she replied, “but a look of faith, a desire is enough; Jesus knows all your wants, and will supply them, without words to tell Him. When you wish water or anything else, without speaking, Sister Jones knows by your look or sign what is needed, and is ready to supply your wants; how much more the Saviour who is touched with pity, and sympathizes in all your sufferings!”

Tuesday 10th. — Very, very low, apparently worse than any day before. My soul so cast down, groans and tears were my only relief.

Wednesday 11th. — What alternations of hope and fear; this morning favourable symptoms appeared.

Thursday 12th. — Dr. Ryerson returned from Conference. He prayed with him, and told him the Conference news, to which he listened with deep interest, making special inquiries about the Indian Missions, and appointments to them.

Saturday 15th. — He was quite cheered at the thought of seeing his dear children and happy home again.

Monday 17th. — Dr. Ryerson kindly aided me in preparations