school. The king, and the head men present, said, they would be glad to have a school in which to teach the children; for the king said, "I have plenty of children; I have sent some into the Mandingo country to be taught, and some I have given to white men in Free Town;" but he said, "If I could have a school at Bullom, I would have them back and give them to you." I was truly sorry to hear some were sent into the Mandingo country to learn, because without doubt they will also learn its religion. The Mandingoes are strict Mohammedans, and it is through their schools that they are become so numerous.

I asked how many children the late Mr. Nylander had when he was at Bullom; m; he said, thirty boys and eight girls, but he could give me as many as I wanted. "Suppose,” said the king, "you want ten, twenty, thirty, or more, I will give them to you, for I have plenty." But it was to be upon this condition, that we feed, clothe, and have them entirely under our care, "For if they live with their parents," said the king, "it will not be good; their parents will send them to work, so that they will but seldom come to school;" neither, unless we were to have them from their parents, would there be any probability of their leaving their superstitious ways. It was upon this condition Mr. Nylander had the boys. I have oftentimes heard that pious man lament, with tears in his eyes, that he ever left that place for Kissey. As for school house, chapel, and ground for farm, the king said I might select what part I chose, and have as much ground as I wanted for

cultivation, by first mentioning it to him and letting him see it, (and, as I suppose, making him a small present for it.) They could not, or would not, tell me the population of either town or country, owing to some superstitious notion among them, or being unwilling to suffer white men to become acquainted with their strength. I have since been informed by H. Savage, Esq., who is well acquainted with the country, that he supposes their population not above 700 or 800. And I should imagine there are not above 100 at the town where the king lives; but they informed me there were more than forty small towns around them, some of which, however, do not contain above seven or eight houses. With respect to the healthiness of the place, I have not conversed with one who does not consider it the most healthy of any part on the coast. I believe it to be the most so of any part I havé seen or visited, especially at a place called Clarkson, where Mr. Nylander used to reside, about ten minutes' walk from the town: it is all level ground, and about forty or fifty yards above the surface of the water, just opposite to Free Town harbour, so that a person might stand at his door and have a full view of Free Town, and of all the vessels in the harbour, and before they get to the Cape when coming in, as also when going up or coming down the river. When the bush is cut, (which has grown since Mr. N. left,) there is nothing to obstruct a free current of air both from sea and land. The place also abounds with fruits of various kinds, and the soil appears very good.

there were more than 150 people that attended the meeting at any one time; but out of that number there were 21 that professed to be converted during the meeting. meeting. I would suppose that nearly one-fourth part of the non-professors that attended the meeting were converted. It may not be amiss (for the encouragement of the aged sinner) to mention the conversion of an old man, in the 73d year of his age, and who had been literally blind 15 years. This man manifested signs of penitence at the commencement of the meeting. He seemed to be almost in despair. But on the third day of the meeting he realized that it is possible for a man to be born when he is old. His change was quite visible. He was exceeding happy, and and exhorted all around him to draw near the Lord; for, said he, I, an old sinner, have obtained mercy, and so may any of you. To make use of his own language, 'I have been in the dark 15 years. I have not been able to see my way, nor have I seen the sun; but now, glory to God, I can see the way to heaven as well as any of you.' But this rare instance of late conversion should not encourage others to put off the concerns of their souls to a late period of life; for how very few live to this age. Brother Turrentine, the missionary of Holmes' Valley, commenced the labour of his mission under discouraging circumstances; but, like a good soldier of Jesus Christ, he persevered in the way of duty and obedience, and has formed several societies that seem quite alive in religion. The people of this mission had been destitute of preaching of any kind, except one or two neighbourhoods, even from the settling of this country; but the most of them have heard the gospel with gladness, and embraced the same. Truly this wilderness is beginning to blossom as the rose. O that these blossoms may not be blasted nor withered; but may they mature and bring forth fruit abundantly, some thirty, some sixty, and some a hundred fold. We also had a camp meeting in that mission commencing 14th Sept., which was attended with much good. Seriousness and attention prevailed among the people during the meeting. Sixteen joined society. I suppose nearly that number were converted to God. There has been no revival of consequence in Tallahasse mission, and only an increase of about 35 during the year. Our camp meeting for this mission was held last week, which we trust was not in vain; though we had fewer conversions there than at either of the former. The behaviour of the people at each of these camp meetings was praiseworthy, and I believe many of them will praise God in eternity for blessings received at camp meetings." Wyandot Mission. Our information from this mission has not been very particular recently. A letter, however, from the Rev. Jas. B. Finley, states that the work is progressing, that no abatement of zeal is manifested by

the converted Indians generally. We are very sorry to learn, that Mr. Finley's health is poor, and that consequently he is obliged to remit in some measure his labours among those people; but his place is to be supplied by the Rev. James Gilruth, who, we trust, will be instrumental of preserving them in their "most holy faith," and of extending the work among those who yet remain in pagan darkness.

Canada Mission. - A letter from the Rev. William Case, states that the work is still prospering, particularly among the Missisaugas, at the Credit and at Bellville. It is hoped that the sympathies of the Christian community which have been excited towards these people, will not cease to operate until they are completely emancipated from their pagan thraldom, and restored to the rights and privileges of Christian men.

Mobile. A letter from the Rev. John R. Lambeth, dated Nov. 1, 1826, states, that in consequence of the prevalence of the yellow fever in that place, during the months of July and August, the congregation had been much reduced; and that even in the country, where many of them had fled for refuge, but few could be collected for meeting. The writer, however, says, "I visited many of the sick, and tried to impress on their minds the necessity of the great Physician of souls, with what success may be known hereafter. One, at least, died triumphant in the faith. As soon as it was thought safe I returned to the city, and have been trying to do all the good I could. The congregation continually increases, and hear the word with great attention. On the whole I think my prospects are flattering."

Cherokee Mission. -Extracts of a letter from the Rev. Nath. H. Rhodes to the editor of the Wesleyan Journal, dated Oct. 23, 1826: “My third quarterly meeting is now over. Since my last to you, I have extended the round of my circuit into the Cherokee nation. I have two appointments in the nation, but, as yet, little or no good seems to have been done. Few come to meeting, and when I ask them to go to meeting, they point to their ears, signifying that they cannot understand me. I attended a camp meeting held in the nation by the missionaries of the Tennessee Conference, early in the present month. It was held at the Ooyokiloke Mission, ten miles southeast of Newtown, the seat of their national council. This mission appears to be in a prosperous state. Brother G. W Morris, the missionary, took me to the school house, and from what I could observe there, I am of opinion that the children learn finely. There are more than fifty belonging to the church at this place. Brother Morris tells me, that during the five months that he has been on this mission, he has not heard a profane word, nor seen a drunken man, nor witnessed a quarrel, nor heard the sound of an axe on the sabbath day, (except once or twice in a case of necessity,) in the neighbourhood of the mission.

"The camp meeting began with about forty hearers, on the 5th inst. They were preached unto, from Luke xiii, 5, and they appeared deeply serious and attentive. Early on the morning of the 6th, the usual signal was given for singing and prayer, and this service was performed in the Cherokee language, at the preachers' tent, apparently with much devotion. At sunrise we held a prayer meeting at the stand. It was a gracious time. At the close of the eight o'clock sermon, mourners were invited to the altar to be prayed for. Twelve Indians came forward. The spirit of grace seemed to pervade the assembly. I was particularly delighted at the 11 o'clock service. This was conducted both in English and Cherokee. Jesus Christ was held forth on the pole of the gospel to needy sinners; and at the close of this service, mourners were again called to partake of the benefit of our prayers. The invitation was given in English and Cherokee, and 21 came

forward, who all seemed deeply affected. At the close of the sermon at candlelight, they were again invited to the altar, and 30 came forward. The work seemed genuine and deep. On the 7th inst. we had a weeping, refreshing time, at the close of the morning service; the work seemed to advance through the day; and at night, there were eight who professed conversion. The 8th was the sabbath.During this day the word was preached in English and Cherokee. Even the full-blooded Cherokees sat and wept in the bitterness of their hearts on account of sins, seeking deliverance through faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.

"At this meeting I was pleasingly surprised at the excellent order which was maintained. The people only had to be told what we wished, and it was universally attended to. Only one instance of reproof occurred during all the meeting, and that was with a white man.

"Brother Edward Gunter, a Cherokee exhorter, whom I met with at this camp meeting, gave me an account of another one, which was held in the settlement of Creek Path Valley, about the middle of last month. He says that there was a considerable congregation from the beginning of the meeting, principally of natives; who, he assured me, were as solemnly attentive to the preaching, as any congregation could be among the whites. On the second day of the meeting, there were a number of whites who came to it, from Jackson county, in Alabama. The work advanced regularly during the meeting, until Sunday night, when it was great indeed, and as many as 15 or 20 of the natives were supposed to be truly converted."

SINCE the last number went to press we have been cheered with accounts of revivals of the work of God in various parts of our country.

Richmond in Virginia. A letter from this place states, "I can truly say we have a most glorious revival among us, such as has never before been witnessed by the oldest inhabitants here. Many have been converted to God, many more are truly awakened, and are inquiring what they shall do to be saved. Old professors are greatly quickened, and there is a manifest

struggling for perfect love or sanctification of soul. Some profess to have attained to this gracious state. All glory be to God for the success of the doctrine of holiness.

"The signs of this gracious work began to make their appearance about the first of September; since which time upwards of 130 white persons profess to have found God in the pardon of their sins and the regeneration of their hearts. Some few coloured persons have obtained like precious faith. Of the above number 105 have been received as candidates for membership in the Methodist Episcopal Church in this place."

Batavia Circuit.-A letter from the preacher of this circuit mentions that a glorious work of religion is going forward. It states the number which have obtained mercy is very inconsiderable, when compared with those who are still crying, " men and brethren, what shall we do to be saved?" We have had several meetings which have been attended with much of the Divine presence, and in which souls have been born from above. The first sabbath evening in which we invited the mourners to come round the altar in this place, five came and meekly kneeled, four of whom were that even ing born heirs of the kingdom. Last Saturday and Sabbath were the days of our last quarterly meeting in this place, which was a season of great refreshing from the presence of the Lord. The sermon of Saturday, by our presiding elder, was very able and heartsearching, and was rendered a blessing to many. Our prayer meeting on Saturday evening was very lively and highly interesting. About 8 o'clock we requested the mourners to come round the altar, which was soon entirely surrounded, from one end to the other, with the penitent, who were incessantly crying, "Lord have mercy upon us"-"O God, save, or we perish." But before our meeting ended, God's healing power was realized, and some six or eight souls were enabled to sing Hosanna to the Son of David, and praise the Lord for his pardoning love. Among the converts of this evening were two young women of very amiable character, who were twin sisters.

Brunswick Circuit." About the last of August," says the writer, "while Christians were praying, and their minister labouring day and night, the Lord poured his Spirit upon us, and sinners began to inquire what they must do to be saved. This inquiry had not been made long, before some were enabled to testify that God had power on earth to forgive sin. And while young converts were praising God for pardoning love, sinners were falling upon the right and left, and crying for mercy. And from that time until the present, the work of the Lord has been reviving powerfully, and we expect many more will yet be converted.

Parents are seeing their children, for whom they have prayed many years, turning to the Lord. Husbands and wives are becoming children of God. Brothers and sisters are telling each other what the Lord has done for them. This revival is confined mostly to the young and middle aged, which we think should induce men to turn to the Lord before they become hardened in sin. The number of converts cannot easily be ascertained; but we believe many will rejoice throughout eternity for what they have seen and felt this autumn. We still labour day and night, and the work is progressing rapidly. At the last preaching there were five conversions, and many crying for mercy. O that the Lord may uncover his omnipotent arm, display his power, and make known his goodness, in the salvation of the people on Brunswick circuit."

Potsdam Circuit. - Extract of a letter from the Rev. B. G. Paddock, dated Oct. 2, 1826: "Since my last, several souls have been converted to God; and the number of inquiring persons increases daily. Prayer meetings, class meetings, and our public meetings, are all becoming more interesting. We have prayer meetings almost every other evening. The countenances of the people as they walk the streets, indicate that conviction has seized their hearts. From good information from different parts of this county, I am satisfied there never was such a time as the present. Had we twice our present number of preachers, we should have an abundance of labour for them all. I preach from 8 to 12 times a week, and yet I cannot satisfy half of the calls! My daily prayer to God is, to give grace and strength for the great work, and raise up more labourers."

Middlebury, Vt.-Extract of a letter from the Rev. J. Clark, dated Nov. 20, 1826: "Methodism in this place has much to contend with, and much to render its progress slow, as all well know who have here laboured and toiled for years which are past. Yet the God of our fathers often smiles and gives us gracious seasons while we are endeavouring humbly to wait before his throne. Our congregation on the sabbath is large and generally attentive to the word. Our meetings for prayer are held four evenings in a week, and are always interesting, and sometimes