comfortable in mind. "Yes," she answered; "I have nothing to fear, for I have obtained salvation through Christ. He died on the cross for my sins; and God through His Son has wiped off the debt that was accumulated through my iniquities. I have peace, The sufferings that I endure from my decaying body are not worthy to be called sufferings, when compared with what Christ endured for a guilty world." Her youngest daughter had lived with her some time, and whenever she was free from pain, she would converse with her children on the subject of religion, and beg them to fear God and walk in his ways.

Her disease was very distressing, yet, notwithstanding all her sufferings, no impatient word was heard to escape her lips. Often when her friends expressed their astonishment at this, she would say, no one can participate in my pains, and therefore it is best for me to suffer them patiently. My body alone suffers, not my

mind."

Several of the members of the Mission family called to see her at different times, and invariably found her happy and steadfast in her hope. Seeing her end fast approaching, her friends watched by her bed day and night, and spent the greatest part of the time in singing, reading, and praying. Though very weak she always listened with attention, and, when able, would join them in singing. Sometimes she would say, "Lord have mercy on me speedily.', When too weak to speak so as to be understood, still from the posture in which she was seen and the moving of her lips, she appeared to be frequently in prayer. Two or three days previously to her death she had her children collected round her bed, and desiring them to love and serve God, and to dwell in peace with each other, she commended them to God in a short prayer. Her strength now failed, and all that she could do, in answer to any questions that were put to her, was to make some sign with her hands. At one time particularly, when asked if she prayed, she pointed to her breast, implying that she prayed inwardly. Thus lived and died Debranee. She was born a Heathen, but, through the grace of God, she died leaving a good testimony that she had passed from death unto life,—and that she is now in possession of a never-fading crown of glory.

CALCUTTA. Our brother C. C. Aratoon continues his labours, with great diligence and zeal. He preaches to the Heathen at the

Native Chapel in Boittakhana, at the Chapel yard in Bowbazar, and at the river side, besides labouring amongst the members of the church. He is assisted by several of the Native Brethren, appointed for that purpose, and also by our brother Shaudron who still gives his services gratuitously. The following are extracts

from brother Aratoon's Journal for March.

"In the morning brother Kanta and I, went to the side of the river. As we were going from place to place, conversing, and distributing Bengalee Religious Tracts, a choonam merchant invited us to go into his shop, and converse with him on the subject of our tracts. We did so, and brother Kanta spoke a while, till the man begged us to quit the place, for it was the time of their business. Just about the time of our leaving the place, two Hindoos came near us who had heard us a little before, with an elderly Mussulman along with them, and after a few minutes conversation with each other they wished to leave us; the Mussulman however began to enquire respecting Dr. Carey and Dr. Marshman, and said he had seen them, and heard the word of God from them. He said his name is Toribot ; and I soon recollected that he belonged to a village called Lokphool, whither Dr. Marshman went to preach the gospel about eighteen years ago; and when I told him, we knew him, he stretched out his hand, before the people, to shake hands with me and brother Kanta, and promised to give us a call soon.

"In the evening we collected a congregation in the chapel-yard as usual, and brother Shaudron read from John," I am the light of the world," and preached: the people paid good attention to what our brother said; and after him I preached, till about half after six when we left each other.

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"We have two prayer-meetings, in the week, one at Mrs. Mevery Tuesday morning, and another at Mrs. W-'s, or Mrs. W-'s, on Thursday morning. The number at our last meeting was twentyfive."

DACCA.-Extract of a letter from Mr. Leonard, dated April 15th, 1824:-"We have had such a number of Hindoo Poojas, during these last three months, that the work of the Schools could be carried on but slackly, although their general interest increases upon the feelings of all ranks in these quarters, both European and Native. I am about to establish a fifth Female School, and must strain every nerve to have them in a tolerable state for an

Examination, as soon as possible; but at present although never so well prepared, it would avail little if any thing, to call together the friends in Dacca, for that purpose, through the continual bustle of troops arriving in, and departing from the city, in consequence of the Burman war. However the Ladies of the settlement have contributed about 350 Rupees as an outfit, if I may use the term, for the Female department, which, all things considered, is a happy omen of the ample support that will accompany its future progress."

ALLAHABAD.-Extract of a letter from Mr. Mackintosh, dated April 1st, 1824 :-"The former part of March has been much profaned by the Hoolee festival. In most streets and lanes, the most obscene expressions and songs might have been heard, and often gangs of boys have followed an expert debauchee in his lewd language. No one residing along the street (especially of a decent family) could escape the insult of lewd songs, and at night the air has resounded with their unhallowed sounds. In going about, I have endeavoured to point out to them the inefficacy of the washings which they have had but recently in the Ganges for a whole month, to effect an ablution of their sins, for now it proves to be an ineffectual thing, and "none but Jesus can do helpless sinners good;" some have acknowledged the justness of the remark. However there have been not a few who have endeavoured to extenuate these filthy songs and expressions, by saying it was the effect of the Kalee-yoga (the age of sin.) On the 15th, in the morning, just as I was coming out of my gate, I saw, close by, a crowd of young lads throwing dust and filth on all who were not armed, and happened to be passing the street. They were even beating them with shoes, and actually beat one down to the ground.

"This festival is always concluded by a large assembly at the Baloo-ghaut, whither they resort in their most gaudy dress to see and to be seen. At this time there is no particular object of idolatry, except the prostitutes who are exhibited there as dancing girls. It is customary with some to throw a few flowers into the Jumna, and take a handful of water and sup it. I had at this opportunity seated myself, with a few books and tracts, opposite to the ghaut, and asked those who were just before me whether they had any inclination to see my books; some immediately surrounded me,

and took books and tracts and began reading them, whilst I also read a tract to others standing close by. On its getting dusk, having turned my face towards the river, I was astonished to see a large boat with a platform just come to the ghaut, a man holding a large torch, and a prostitute dancing, and immediately hundreds thronged to it and lined the bank of the river opposite to it. The assembly commonly continues an hour or two after dusk."

DELHI.-Mr. Thompson writes from Sirdhana, 30th March, 1824: "I left home on Friday, the 26th, and reached Meerut, on the following day. I have left behind me, I would humbly hope, a praying people (though few in number) and some inquiring souls, who are beginning to attend to the concerns of their salvation. Two have expressed a wish to join in church-fellowship; and I pray they may have grace to persevere in their determination. An experience-meeting, commenced three or four months ago, has been attended with the happiest results, under the divine blessing. We make it a part of our week's duty to seek the salvation of our European as well as Native neighbours, and mention such endeavours and their effects on the Saturday night. We have also resolved upon visiting sick persons, after previous prayer, although they should be strangers; entreating permission for that purpose. Affliction, as Mr. Fuller observes, being the day in which we may find the worldly man lend an ear to the gospel.

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Remembering an observation of our dear Dr. Carey, that it is the duty of a church to ascertain and encourage the gifts she possesses, I proposed that our brethren Miller and Lowe should make it a matter of prayer, and address us in our week-day private meetings, when a few select friends meet together; and they acquiesced, depending upon the Lord. This has been done three times, on every Thursday evening; and we have all reason to rejoice that we regarded our dear Pastor's suggestion. Through this, now that I am necessarily absent, the humble hearers of the word are kept from being scattered, and the means of grace are dispensed both on the Sabbath and on Wednesdays, besides the Thursday exhortations, and the experience meeting on Saturday evening. This little flock, I pray the dear Redeemer to preserve, and bless with his presence, and also to watch over the seed sown in the hearts of from thirty to forty stated hearers of the word, not forgetting the numerous in

dividuals among the Natives with whom the most lively discussi ons of the truths of revelation, &c. &c. have taken place, that the Lord would carry on the work in their hearts, and thus extend and "build the walls of our spiritual Jerusalem." Yesterday (Monday) I came to Sirdhana, the spot where dear brother Chamberlain laboured so long. As I advanced I felt a sacred pleasure and a solemn seriousness in treading upon ground where he laboured."

PADANG.-Extract of a letter from Mr. Evans, dated 27th February, 1824:-"Since my last, things have worn a new and more pleasing aspect.

I have received permission from the Governor General in Council, to conduct schools, &c. &c. A large room is now about to be erected for the Malays, and another to be occupied by the Chinese and Niyas. The Government sanctions the whole, and will in a great measure support it. This will be a most important object gained. I hope in the course of a month or two, to write you particulars respecting these schools of a pleasing nature. We are all in good health."

MR. SUTTON.-A letter has been received from Mr. Sutton, dated Port Louis, 29th January, 1824. He says, "I have had preaching every Sabbath, when the weather would permit, in the cuddy. I have been surprized to find so many, and such warm-hearted christian friends, in the Isle of France. As soon as I arrived, I began enquiring and immediately found out Mr. Le Brun, a missionary of the London Society, who received me most cordially, and introduced me to his friends; and a young gentleman in the Civil Service invited me to his house, where I am at present lodging, and enjoying every comfort.

"I have received so much friendship that I am sorry we must part so soon. I shall preach to-morrow night, and on Sunday next. Mr. Le Brun has two congregations, one of French of about 150, and another small one of English. He also has several schools, but he is not doing much among the slaves, who constitute the chief population of the Island.”

We are happy to say that the health both of Mr. Sutton and his little boy was much improved, and they had every reason to be pleased with the Captain and their fellow passengers.