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Rh patient were made over him. He urged Mr. Caldwell to sign these writings, while in his weak and dying state.

I opposed all this strongly, but I had no power, for it was a British vessel and British officers, bound to one of their own ports. As I was only one, and they were many, I left the whole matter in the hands of the blessed Lord. He pleaded my cause, and fought my battles, and overthrew all their wicked designs. He kept the man alive until we got into port. While we were at sea, I told them that if they took any improper steps, I would report them to the American Consul. They did .not care much for that; but the blessed Lord is high over all, and blessed for evermore. Therefore, I recommend to all mankind that they serve Him in spirit and in truth.

After I had settled my affairs in Sierra Leone, I went on board the steamer Hope, bound to Gambia, on the coast of Africa. We had a pleasant passage, no distinction was made in the treatment of passengers. When we arrived at Gambia, I visited the Churches, schools, markets, and public buildings, and took note 10