afternoon, leaving the mission premises under the guard of a couple of sepoys with which the military commander here readily furnished us.. Brother Boardman was carried on a cot bed all the way, excepting when the path round a precipitous hill was too narrow for two to walk abreast, and arrived at the place of our destination on the evening of the third day, without any particular exhaustion. During our stay, however, he so evidently lost strength, that sister Boardman on one occasion advised him to return-he replied with more than common animation, "The cause of God is of more importance than my health, and if I return now, our whole object will be defeated. I want to see the work of the Lord go on. Ministers often wish to die in their pulpits, but to die in a pulpit would be nothing to dying here in the midst of the Lord's work." Last Wednesday morning, however, it became so apparent that he could not live long, that we deemed it expedient to return without delay, and on condition that we complete the examination of the females and of the old men that day, and I baptize in the evening, he consented to return on the day following. Accordingly, a little before sunset, he was carried out in his bed to the water side, where, lifting his languid head to gaze on the gratifying scene, I had the pleasure to baptize in his presence thirty-four individuals, who gave satisfactory evidence to all, that they had passed from death unto life. After this he seemed to feel that his work was done; he had said in the course of the day that if he could live to see this ingathering, he could in a special manner say, Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace, for mine eyes have seen thy salvation. On Thursday morning we started on our return; when we arrived at the first house its inmates refused us admittance. With some difficulty we got him into a covered corner of the verandah, in a very exhausted state. Through the assiduous attention, however, of sister Boardman, he appeared to revive, and he did not seem materially different on the succeeding morning from what he had been for several days. Still it was very evident that the closing scene of his earthly existence was rapidly approaching, and we concluded, with his approbation, to take him in a boat down a stream which was near, and which passes within three or four miles of Tavoy. He was carried out of the house, or rather from the house, by the Karens, who put him on board the boat, and sister Boardman and myself followed. But on turning to see if he wanted anything, we found his countenance fixed in death, and it were difficult to determine whether he breathed or not. Thus did this indefatigable missionary die, as every missionary would wish to die, about his Master's business, and surrounded by those in whose conversion from heathenism he had been instrumental. The evening before, on asking him what I should read to him, he said the 34th psalm. He remarked a few days ago, "I have no transports, no ecstacies; mine is rather a calm, settled hope, on the atoning blood of Christ." On Wednesday evening, he was bolstered up in his bed, and at family worship prayed, speaking with great feeling of the love of Christ, of wholly trusting in him for pardon and justification from his "infinite sins," nor closed without remembering his poor Karens.

Aid needed a letter from Rev. Dr. Judson, dated Rangoon, March 4, 1831.I can spare time to write a few lines only, having a constant press of missionary work on hand: add to which, that the weather is dreadfully oppressive at this season. Poor Boardman has just died under it, and Mrs. Wade is nearly dead. Brother Wade and I are now the only men in the mission, that can speak and write the language, and we have a population of above ten millions of perishing souls before us. I am persuaded, that the only reason why all the dear friends of Jesus in America do not come forward in support of missions, is mere want of information, (such information as they would obtain, by taking any of the periodical publications.) If they could only see and know half what I do, they would give all their property, and their persons too.

The great annual festival is just past, during which multitudes come from the remotest parts of the country, to worship at the great Shway Dagong Pagoda

in this place, where it is believed that several real hairs of Gaudama are enshrined. During this festival, I have given away nearly 10,000 tracts, giving to none but those who ask. I presume there have been six thousand applicants at the house! Some come two or three months journey, from the borders of Siam and China-"Sir, we hear that there is an eternal hell. We are afraid of it. Dr., give us a writing, that will tell us how to escape it." Others come from the frontiers of Cassay, a hundred miles north of Ava-" Sir, we have seen a writing that tells us about an eternal God. Are you the man that gives away such writings? If so, pray give us one, for we want to know the truth before we die." Others come from the interior of the country, where the name of Jesus Christ is a little known.-" Are you Jesus Christ's man? Give us a writing that tells about Jesus Christ." Brother Bennett works day and night at the press; but he is unable to supply us; for the call is great at Maulmein and Tavoy, as well as here, and his types are very poor, and he has no efficient help. The fact is, that we are very weak, and have to complain, that hitherto we have not been well supported from home. It is most distressing to find, when we are almost worn out, and are sinking, one after another, into the grave, that many of our brethren in Christ at home, are just as hard and immovable_as rocks; just as cold and repulsive as the mountains of ice in the polar seas. But whatever they do, we cannot sit still and see the dear Burmans, flesh and blood like ourselves, and like ourselves possessed of immortal souls, that will shine for ever in heaven, or burn for ever in hell-we cannot see them go down to perdition, without doing our very utmost to save them. And thanks be to God, our labours are not in vain. We have three lovely churches, and about two hundred baptized converts, and some are in glory. A spirit of religious inquiry is extensively spreading throughout the country, and the signs of the tinies indicate that the great renovation of Burmah is drawing near. O if we had about twenty more, versed in the language, and means to spread schools, and tracts, and Bibles, to any extent, how happy I should be. But those rocks and those icy mountains have crushed us down for many years. However, I must not leave my work to write letters. It is seldom that I write a letter home, except my journal, and that I am obliged to do.

AMERICAN INDIANS.

CHOCTAWS.-Goshen School and Church. The progress of the school has evidently been retarded by the excitement and commotion which followed the cession of the country. The thought that their country is gone seemed to cut the mainspring to every exertion with this people. And where there is so much commotion and talk, it is not strange, that it should have the effect to divert the minds of children from their books in some degree. Still, on the whole, I think this school has never been more pleasant than the past year, and perhaps never made greater improvement. We cherish some hope that two of the girls have within a few months given their hearts to the Saviour. They think they love him, and there has been a marked change in their conduct for some time. The children return home to-day. It is expected that several of them will go over the river this fall. If the Board should think it advisable to continue the school here in operation another year, I think that twelve or fifteen of our scholars would be glad to return again.

As it respects the progress of religion in this part of the nation, I think there are some things encouraging. There is no particular excitement at present but if I may judge from appearances, there is a good state of feeling among the members of the church. Some of our meetings of late have been interesting. We expect that at a meeting appointed about the 20th of August a few will unite with the church.

One of the female members of the church, whom we call Anna, has nearly ended her earthly pilgrimage, if she is yet living. Mr. Hotchkin visited her yesterday. He found that she had failed very much within two or three days,

-was scarcely able to say anything. He inquired if her faith was as strong as when he conversed with her last. She replied, "Yes, the Saviour is more precious than ever."

She expresses no fear of death, for she feels assured to die will be gain. When asked if she could bear her dying testimony to the truth of the gospel, being too much exhausted to speak, she raised her hand to express her feeling. She has been on the decline for many months.

Ostges. Last Sabbath, after our meeting with the Indians had closed, the chief told us that they were about to start on a short hunting excursion, that they would necessarily be absent a few weeks, and consequently would not assemble to listen to the word of God on the Sabbath; yet they would not forget God's holy day, but rest according to his commandment, and that they would by no means hunt on that day. He then addressed the people before they had dispersed, and told them that the favours they had received the past year, were more encouraging than any they had received before; he mentioned what the missionaries had done for them, and what the agents of government had given them, and said he supposed that they were thus noticed and assisted because they were acting in compliance with the wishes of their teachers and their agents. He supposed that the great Spirit inclined the hearts of their friends to help them, in consequence of their attending to the directions given in the word of God, and because they remembered God's holy day, and assembled to listen to his word. This he supposed was the reason, and this he said was the cause that their little settlement was becoming respectable wherever it was known. "Moreover," he said, " why are the borders of our prairie made beantiful with herds of cattle peacefully grazing, and our cabins becoming surrounded with swine and fowls ready for our use? It must be because we have listened to the instructions and followed the advice of our missionary teachers." He finished, by saying, "Let us not forget to assemble every Sabbath to receive instruction from the word of God."

Such an acknowledgment from the Osages is a new thing.

[For notices of Revivals, see the correspondence of Missionaries in the following pages)

REPORTS OF MISSIONARIES.

MISSOURI.

ble classes, and two weekly prayer meet› From the Rev. W. P. Cochran, Boon ings.

Co. Mo.

During the last three months, I have laboured as usual in Columbia and vicinity; I preach now twice a month in the town, my congregations are evidently on the increase; my church now numbers 40, and some few we expect will be added ere long. There are a few cases of awakening;- -we have had some solemn meetings, tears were seen to drop from sin ners, yet God has not deigned to visit us with a refreshing from his presence.

We had a four days meeting in August; there was good attention, and much solemnity. The inclemency of the weather, operated very much against us; I trust a good impression was made.

From Rev. Geo. C. Wood, St. Charles,

Mo.

I have been labouring here almost a year, during which time, our church has increased from 23 to 40 members, and while we would rejoice in the prosperity of the church, we have to drop a tear over departed worth, as three of our members, during the year have been called to receive their reward; all of whom in their last moments, manifested the worth of that religion, which they professed. There are five or six others, who hope they have lately obtained an interest in the dying love of a Saviour, and who will unite with effect. I have two Bi." the church at our next sacramental cea

Our Sabbath school has been very flourishing this summer; upwards of forty scholars regularly attended. There are two new schools organized in the county, and are doing well; we have now five schools in the county, four on the Union plan, and one on that of the Methodist. I have been nearly over the county, preaching and talking on this subject, I

trust not RE

Bon. I have a Bible class, which is in a Minister, on the borders of the county ; flourishing state, and which promises he has done what he could; numbers with much.-Last spring I re-organised our out the Bible, will not take them from Sabbath School, which during the sum-Presbyterian minister, or society. This is mer, has been peculiarly interesting.the result of the representations given of I have established two others, both of Presbyterianism, by designing men. which, are doing well. When I came here, nothing had been done in this county towards the supplying of the destitute with Scriptures; a Bible society had long existed in St. Charles, and for seve A Church erected.-During the sum ral years had existed only in name. mer, the dear little church here, has been This society was re-organised last Janu-neither idle nor fruitless. By a great ef ary, and a resolution passed to supply the county, as soon as possible.

From a Missionary.

ILLINOIS.

From Rev. T. A. Spilman.

fort, a house of worship was erected dur ing the summer, and inclosed so as to render it comfortable, for the accommodation of the worshippers of God. It is a brick building, the size of which is forty-eight by thirty-four feet.

In this county there are 12 Presbytetian professors, four in the southern part At the meeting of synod, fourteen mem. of the county, who hold their connexionbers were added to the twenty-eight be with this church, 7 belonging to the churchfore reported, making the number now in in B.; three of whom are superannuated communion, forty-two: a year ago last and one Presbyterian woman, belongingspring, only seven. At our next comto no church in this county. This is the munion, which is to be soon, we have the amount of our strength in this county. prospect of another considerable addition. The precise number of Baptists, I cannot This is the Lord's doing, and it is marvelstate; there are three churches, consisting ous in our eyes. Our little Tract Society, of more than 400 professors; belonging entered early in the season, upon the plan to the Methodist society, near one hun-of monthly distribution, and has sustaindred; besides these there are a few Cum-ed the labour of distributing through near. berland Presbyterians, and perhaps some-ly one third of the county.

thing less than one hundred Arians. To The Temperance cause is doing well. supply this population with preaching, The number of actual members is about we have at least fifteen preachers. The one hundred and sixty, and its beneficial great majority of the people and minis-influence on society is very conspicuous. ters, are violently opposed to temperance In recounting these facts, and review. societies, Sabbath school societies, and all ing these operations, I am at once pros. the benevolent operations of the day.trated in the dust of humility, and raised From these we must except the Cumber- almost to an ecstacy of thanksgiving and land Presbyterians, and the Methodists. praise and expectation. When I not only read the sure promises of God, but see the operation of his hand, in their fulfilment, I feel strong to labour, and am filled with courage and hope.

From this brief statement, you may judge of the importance of this station, and the expediency of maintaining a missionary in this county. If one stays at this place, he cannot expect the money or the prayers of the people to any extent, until a material change is effected.

From Rev. John Mathews, Kaskaskia. I have just returned from a meeting of There was not a single Sabbath school our Presbytery and Synod; the meeting in the county when I came to it; immedi-of each was pleasant, and I trust profitable ately after my arrival, I established one, to many, particularly at the synod. The which met with the most determined op-ministers were apparently zealous in their position, during its continuance; it has

now ceased.

. I have also, during the last summer, attempted to supply the county with Bibles. -I have also witnessed in one portion of the community, from which a large proportion of professors are not excepted, a most determined opposition to this work, while I have not found any assistance in it. There is one Cumberland Presbyterian

addresses and sermons, and many seemed to be brought under pungent convictions.

Brethren in the east and every where, pray for us that we may have much searching of hearts, a rending of hearts, and not of garments, and a turning to the Lord. My health has not been very good, through the last season. I feel abundant. ly admonished that the period of my services is soon to terminate; indeed it

is to myself a wonder, that my feeble con- || stitution has been so long supported, under the burning suns, the piercing cold, the floods, and tempests of this new country. I bless God that I have lived to see what I have seen, a synod, meet in great love and peace, and enjoy sweet fellowship together, where in 1817, no messenger of peace, of our order could be seen. May the good Lord bless his young servants in this land, and make them seven-fold more faithful and successful, than I or my fathers, for many generations.

SOUTH CAROLINA.

From Rev. A. Foster, Pendleton, S. C. At our communion season, in August, the Lord was pleased to revive his work among us, and after a continued meeting of ten days, seventy were among the anxious. Since the 1st of August, forty have funited themselves with our church, three by letter, and by profession of their faith, ten blacks and twenty-seven whites. Fifty are now on the anxious list, twenty of whom perhaps, may be hoping that they have passed from death unto life.

fessed to embrace the Saviour of sinners. Sixteen have been added to the church, and still we have a considerable state of feeling among the congregation.

In Pisgah church, we have had a blessed season of refreshing during the summer. About thirty have been added to the communion. In the course of twelve months there have been more than 100 added. In it we have formed a very interesting Sabbath school of more than 50 scholars, and have a library of 100 volumes.

On the whole, religion here seems to be gaining ground, and though the churches are but lately waking up to the importance of the work, there is an increasing spirit of activity in both the churches to build up the Redeemer's kingdom. Our campmeetings have been signally blessed; multitudes who never attended at any place where churches are formed, have been led to attend at the camp ground, and, in the judgment of charity, been converted to the knowledge of the truth. More than 500 have been added to the churches, during the past summer, in the bounds of this Presbytery, and many more were made to inquire, "What shall we do to be saved?”

From Rev. A. Jinks, Franklin Co., O.

ton, and since that time in Genoa. The whole amount of admissions in the churches where I have laboured, is forty-eight, viz. 37 by examination and 11 by certifi

There was something interesting connected with this little revival. I had been labouring here three and a half years, and had seen little success, had become disAbout seven or eight weeks since, hopecouraged, and concluded to leave; and in ful evidence of the commencement of a expectation of this, kept a day of fast-revival became visible in Berlin and Kingsing and prayer in private, that God would so order the manner of my leaving, as to revive his work. The day previous to the one appointed for my installation, the church held a day of fasting and prayer; the committee of installation were present, and I informed the audience, that I could not be installed. On that day, God was in that place, and we knew it not. More souls were awakened on that day, than in any month, or perhaps year, in the history of this church.

The result is, that I must remain a little longer. Revivals are spreading at this moment, along the Carolina side of the Savannah, from the mountains, almost to

the sea.

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From Rev. A. S. Morrison, Unity and

cate.

In Kingston, the work is gradually advancing. Eleven of the subjects of renewing grace are either teachers or scholars in the Sabbath school.

A Camp Meeting.

We have held a camp meeting in Berlin congregation, which commenced on Thursday, 22d Sept. On Saturday, 27, when invited, came to the anxious seats for the purpose of receiving instruction, and the prayers of Christians. Sabbath evening 109 came forward; and on Monday 51 came to the anxious seats. Sabbath evening and night was a season of great solemPis.nity and power. The whole multitude was moved. All was solemn as eternity, and all was silent, and deeply interesting. No voice or sound was heard, except from the messengers of the Gospel, and nothing was seen or heard calculated to diminish the interest or solemnity of the occasion. The parting scene on Tuesday was one of

gah Chs., Warren Co., Ŏ. The Sabbath school in Unity church is promising, containing above 70 scholars, and a library of 200 volumes. In the course of the summer, ten of the Sabbath school scholars and two teachers have pro