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 at what they saw and heard. Before sunset I held a classmeeting with the Indians; they spoke very feelingly of the dealings of God to their souls, and it was a time long to be remembered by us all. There were two of my nation present who joined with us to serve the Lord to-day — Bluejay and Benjamin Crane. My body through the day was very weak, but my mind was supported by grace. O Lord! carry on the work which thou hast began amongst this people, until all shall serve thee!

Monday 11th. — Spent this day with the Indians; went with a party to the mouth of the River Credit to fish for salmon; caught about forty. Towards evening received the following letter from Colonel Givins, the Indian Agent:

. Dear Sir — I have consulted the parties concerned, and it is universally agreed upon that the Indians should meet the day after tomorrow (Wednesday,) at the Humber, to receive their payments and presents, I therefore wish you to be there with your scholars and singers, as the Parson and gentlemen will be up with me to see them. To Mr. Peter Jones, alias Kahkewaquonaby.

Tuesday 12th. — We all started this morning for the Humber, which is about twelve miles from the Credit. Arrived there at 4 P.M., so that we had time to fix our wigwams for the night. At sunset we assembled together for prayers; I took my stand on a pile of stones, and delivered a short exhortation; while I was speaking a number of the Pagan Indians drew near to see and hear, many of whom were quite intoxicated; some appeared to be affected, while others mocked and derided; one old woman in particular, known by the name of