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and that all the means, hither to made use
of, proved as far we can see at present, of no
real good or lasting effect.

Looking only at these things I have been ready
to cry out surely we have laboured in vain
and are likely to spend our strength for nought.

Yet on the other hand, to remember
that Jehovah Jesus reigneth, that he is at
the helm and will steer the course of all
the intricate wheels of providence at last
sweetly to harmonize in the full accomplish-
ment of every one of his faithful promises.

This I say, and this only, at times comforting
my mind and filled me with serenity, and
wish to pray "thy will be done" regarding more
the present path of duty than present  ap-
pearances; yea to be confident sometimes
notwithstanding unpromising prospects, and
a variety of obstacles, that the time is
not far, when the design of the all-wise
disposer of events will be clearly seen, in
making known to Europeans these long concealed

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points at the Earth and their solitary inhabitants.

In incling the minds of some of his own
people to devise means to introduce the Gospel 
of peace to these desolate habitations of
of cruelty. Oh! may the happy period 
speedily arrive and may we, whether
we see it or not be made truely faithful.

I hope you will favour me with a  line
the first opportunity, and I should be glad
to hear of the present religious appearances
at those places that enjoy the means of
Grace and like wise of the orphan society 
whether is it going on or not, how does
Mathew Hughes with children and if there
be any news from England.

As I am in haste I must be short adding
my respects to Mrs Hassall, and that I am
your well wisher and affectionate brother.

John Davies