tertian fever; one only escaping. Batavia, in Java, was intersected with half-filled canals and tanks, and so completely environed with trees and shrubs, as to prevent the free circulation of the air. A venerable historian has stated, that within the space of twenty-two years, although there was no particular extent of sickness, yet the number of deaths within the city was upwards of one million! At Jamaica, a magnificent hospital was erected for seamen, which ob. tained the name of 'Greenwich Hospital.' It was built near a swamp, and the patients who entered, even with trifling complaints, were seazed with the most malignant diseases. The mortality became so alarming that the hospital was abandoned and another erected in a more healthy situation. It was not uncommon to find the whole of the sentinels at this place, seized in the middle of the night with sickness of various kinds, and several relief of guards required before morning."-Col. Mag., Oct. 1840, pp. 165,

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THE EFFICACY OF PREACHING CHRIST. - Ishcoop, the first Indian converted through the labours of the Moravian Mis. sionaries in North America, relating his experience, made the following statement:"Brethren, I have grown old among the heathen and I know well how the heathen feel. A preacher once came to instruct us, and he began by telling us that there is a God. "What!' we replied, 'do you think we do not know that? Go back again to the place whence you came.' Afterwards, another preacher came to instruct us. 'You must not steal,' said he, 'nor get drunk, nor tell lies,' &c. We made answer, 'You dolt! do you think we do not know that? Learn that yourself, and go and teach it to your own

people, for who steals, who drinks, who lies as they do?' And so we sent him away. Some time after, Christian Henry Rauch, came, and sat down in my hut. The substance of what he said was as follows:I come to you in the name of the Lord of heaven and earth, who has sent me to inform you that he wishes to take you out of the misery in which you lie, and to make you happy. For this end he became a man and gave his life, and shed his blood for men.' He then lay down on a board in my hut and fell asleep, for he was weary through his journey. I thought, well, what a man is this! He lies there and sleeps so quietly. I can easily kill him and throw him in the wood, and who will ever inquire after him? Ah, but I could not forget his words, and I dreamed about the blood Jesus Christ shed for us. I thought this is different from any thing we have heard before, so I interpreted to the Indians the words of the Missionary; hence an awakening has commenced amongst us. On this account, I say, brethren, Preach to the heathen Jesus Christ, and his blood, and his death, if you wish to have seals to your ministry."-From G. H. Los

kiel's Geschichte der Brüder Mission in Nord Amerika. W. S.

GRADATIONS OF DRUNKENNESS.-There is a rabinical tradition related by Fabricious, that when Noah planted the vine, satan attended, and sacrificed a sheep, a lion, an ape, and a sow. These animals were to smymbolize the gradations of ebriety. When a man begins to drink he is meek and igno. rant as the lamb; then becomes bold as the lion; his courage soon is transformed into the foolishness of the ape; and at last he wallows in the mire like the sow.-Magazine for the Blind, Feb. 1841.

ANN HILL was born May 2, 1811, and departed this life January 9, 1841. As she was blest with pious parents, who led their children to the house of God, and endeavoured, both by precept and example, to impress upon their minds the value and importance of religion, she was brought to seek an interest in Christ at a very early age; and in May, 1829, during the ministry of the Rev. E. Kingsford, in the city of Lincoln, made a public profession of her attachment to the Redeemer, in the ordinance of baptism. She had an abiding love to the followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, particularly to those of the G. B. Connexion, to which denomination she was firmly attached upon what she conceived to be scriptural grounds. She was

most affectionate and amiable in her disposition, and her piety was sincere, unaffected, and unostentatious. In consequence of her great modesty and humility, those only discovered her peculiar traits of character with whom she was on terms of the closest intimacy, and they who best knew her will ever cherish the most affectionate regard for her memory. In the autumn of 1835, she was dismissed to the General Baptist Church, Stoney Street Nottingham, of which she was a consistent member until her happy spirit was conveyed by angel bands, to "join the general assembly and Church of the firstborn, whose names are written in heaven." Farewell, dear sister, thou no more art here, To sooth my grief, nor watch the falling tear;

In the afternoon, at half past two, the brethren assembled for business. Mr. Stevenson, of Leicester, opened the meeting with prayer, and Mr. A. Smith (by the request of Mr. Stanyon, Minister of the place) occupied the chair. The reports from many of the Churches were highly interesting and encouraging, and seemed to show that the Baptist denomination, in this district, is rapidly progressing. It was stated to the Conference, that the Churches at Barton and Measham, in consequence of a continued increase in their congregations, had come to the conclusion of pulling down their Meeting-houses, and building larger; and that at both these places the buildings were in a state of forwardness. The Church assembling in Brook Street, Derby, finding their present chapel too small, have it in contemplation to erect a new, and more commodious one, in another part of the town. The Church in Friar Lane, Leicester, too, are repairing and improving the sanctaary where they worship. Other reports however were of a painful and distressing nature. A division of the Church at Bees ton, was reported to have taken place; and the Church at Basford, as being involved in peculiar difficulties. Since the last con. ference 129 have been baptized, and there are now ninety eight candidates.

A letter from the Warwickshire Churches being read to the Conference, representing the state of the Church at Coventry, and

That if the Churches composing the Warwickshire Conference exert themselves to sustain the cause at Coventry, and procure, as soon as convenient, a suitable minister, this Conference will afford them every assistance in their power.

The importance of petitioning parliament for the abolition of Church Rates was dis. cussed, and the following resolution was adopted:

That all the Churches in this Conference, which have not yet petitioned parliament, in favour of Mr. Easthope's Bill, for the abo lition of Church-rates, and Ecclesiastical courts, be requested to do it forthwith.

The next Conference to be held at Hugglescote, on Whit- Tuesday; Mr. Stevenson, of Leicester, to preach in the morning, and Mr. Wigg, in the evening.

The service in the evening was commenced by Mr. Owen; and Mr. Smith, of Quorndon, preached from Acts i. 3. "To whom also he showed himself alive after his passion," &c.

EDWARD BOTT, Secretary.

THE HOME MISSION.-We live in stirring times. We behold the elements of great events in silent operation. The enemies of truth are abroad, diffusing among all classes the most destructive principles. Does it not then become Christians to be awake, and strive every nerve for the interests of Zion. Justice to our fellow-men, as well as gratitude to Him who has called us out of darkness, demands our exertions. Every tie that binds us to the Saviour, every bond that unites us to our fellow-sinners, every feeling that is in correspondence with our character, our privileges, and our expectations as Christians, combine to urge

BAPTISM AT BIRMINGHAM.-On Lord's

day, April 4th, the ordinance of believers' baptism was administered in the chapel, Lombard Street, Birmingham, to nineteen persons; eight males, and eleven females, (one a methodist) upon a professsion of faith in Christ. An impressive sermon was preached on the occasion, by Mr. Chamberlain, of Cradeley Heath, from John xiii. 17, "If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them," to a crowded congregation. After prayer, our esteemed pastor descended into the water, and administered the sa. cred rite. In the afternoon he affectionately addressed the newly-baptized, and gave them the right hand of fellowship. May these remain faithful unto death; and may many more be added unto the Church,

such as shall be saved. T. BRETTELL.

BAPTISM AT WOODHOUSE.-On Lord'sday April 11th, 1840, ten young persons dedicated themselves to the Lord, by christian baptism. This was a day of peculiar interest although the weather was rather unfavourable. The people locked to the chapel in great numbers. When service began the chapel was crowded to excess. Our highly esteemed pastor preached a powerful and argumentative sermon, from Mark xvi. 15. 16. Seven of the candidates

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were teachers in our Sabbath-school. have sixteen more candidates, and many more inquiring the way to Zion's holy hill. May God grant that the revival which has begun may be universal.

BAPTISM AT ARCHDEACON LANE, LEICESTER.--On Lord's-day, April 4th, our esteemed pastor, the Rev. Thos. Stevenson, preached a most impressive sermon, to a very large and attentive congregation, from 1 Sam. xv. 22, "To obey is better than sacrifice; and to hearken, than the fat of rams." After a short address and prayer,

brother S. Hull, the senior deacon of the Church, baptized seven persons. The service was marked for deep feeling and order. May this union be permanent here, until completed in the Church above.

BAPTISM AT WHITTLESEA.-We have again added to our number fourteen persons. March 21st, our esteemed deacon, Mr. Halford, baptized seven of the candi. dates, and April 4th, Mr. Rose, the other in the gospel, Mr. Ewen, of March, received seven, on which day our venerable father them into the Church, when we partook of the Lord's-supper. Our number during the past year is doubled.

BAPTISM AT FLEET. --On Lord's.day, March 14th, nine persons were baptized in the General Baptist chapel, Fleet, Lincolnshire, at which time a plain and impressive tentive congregation, by their pastor, Mr. sermon was delivered, to a crowded and atbe within their walls, and prosperity within T. Yates, from Acts xxii. 16. May peace their palaces.

T. YATES, Seor.

BAPTISM AT NON CHAPEL, ST. MARYLE-BONE.-On Thursday evening April 1st, thirteen persons were baptized by our respected pastor, Mr. Burns, who delivered a discourse on that occasion from Rom. iv. 3. "What saith the Scriptures ?" We have several other candidates and inquirers.

BAPTISM AT HALIFAX.—On Lord's-day April 4th, the ordinance of Christian baptism was administered in our chapel to thirteen persons, five of whom are teachers, and four scholars, in our school. We have still a considerable number of candidates.

DOVER STREET, Leicester.-Two excellent sermons were delivered in the General Baptist chapel in this place, on Lord'sday, April 11th, by the Rev. Jabez Burns, of London, when collections were made towards the liquidation of the debt on that place of worship. A public tea-meeting was held on the following evening, when addresses were delivered by the minister of the place, and the Revds. Messrs. Stevenson, of Leicester; Rees, and Burns, of London. The trays were gratuitously provided; and the proceeds of the tea, with the collections on Lord's day, amounted to £38, 10s. At this meeting, a considerable number of friends made pledges for the collecthe next anniversary, to the amount of tion, or contribution, of different sums, by

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ENON CHAPEL, ST. MARY-LE-BONE.— On Good Friday we had our annual teameeting on behalf of our day school for the instruction of the children of the poor

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The school room was densely crowded; and after the tea a public meeting was held in the chapel, at which Mr. Burns presided. Interesting addresses were delivered by brethren Balfour, Campbell, and Batey. statement of the school, by the Secretary, brother Wingate, and an analysis of the mode of teaching, by brother Bygrave, the master of the school, were given. About 150 children are under regular instruction. D. B.

ROCESTER, STAFFORDSHIRE.—The anniversary sermons on account of the open. ing of the small General Baptist chapel in this town, were preached on Lord's day, April 11th, by the Rev. J. Goadby, of Leicester. The attendance was good. Collections upwards of £12.

SHEFFIELD CHAPEL.-We have great reason to be thankful to the Giver of all good, and to those friends who have subscribed so liberally, yet more is required, towards the erection of a place where we can worship our God without interruption. I have no doubt but the friends of the cause of Christ are anxious to hear of the welfare of the infant cause at Sheffield; but many of them are not aware how our energies are cramped for the want of a proper place to worship in. The assembly room, which we have occupied at a great expense for more than eighteen months, is taken from us, and let to some performers; consequently, we have been obliged to have a small room on the same premises. The friends met for public worship on Tuesday evening, the 6th inst., but were obliged to go away on account of the noise occasioned by the performers. Though £50, as stated in your last Repository, may seem to many of your readers a small sum for so large a place as Sheffield, I would say, that that sum has been promised by our own few friends, and when the chapel commences, I have no doubt but we shall get assistance from other denominations. Last Lord's-day brother Burrows baptized four males, and one female, in the open air, before thousands of spectators; and, we hope, the proceedings

of the day will advance our little cause. There is much room for good to be done here. May the Great Head of the Church rule all things for the best. W. R. Sheffield.

THANKS FROM BIRMINGHAM.—I beg, through the medium of the Repository, to express my sincere thanks to those friends at Leicester, Nottingham, Derby, Paddington, Melbourne, Castle Donington, Boston, Fleet, Barton, Heptonstall Slack, and Whittlesea, who have so kindly assisted the dis. tressing case inserted in the Feby. number. By their Christian liberality, the sufferer has been enabled to pay £100 towards the sum claimed from him. As, however, the remainder is a serious amount for a man in his circumstances, it is hoped others will imitate the example of our beloved friends in the above places, and thus completely relieve a deserving Christian brother. If, in any private application I have made, and to which no reply has been given, I have taken too great a liberty, I have only to say, "forgive me this wrong," and impute it to my anxiety and determination to rescue an esteemed friend from ruin.

G. CHEATLE. LETTER TO LORD MELBOURNE.--We understand his lordship has politely acknowledged the receipt of the copies of the pamphlet sent to him. We have been favoured with a sight of the reply of Sir J. C. Hobhouse, President of the India board, to the copy forwarded for his perusal. "[ have received your letter, with the accompanying copies of your pamphlet, which you have been so kind as to send to me. You may depend upon my paying due attention to your remarks; and even where I may differ from your conclusions, I shall duly appreciate the motives which have induced you to investigate so important a subject as that which has engaged your attion." We await with considerable anxiety the adjustment of this great question. The Hindoo asked with great acuteness," Why have the Company any thing to do with Juggernaut, if his worship be wrong?" Why, indeed?

To launch away.

My spirit fears to tread the vale, "Tis dark and drear-yet we must go, Believe the tale!

I go! now faith and hope increase;
I see the Morning Star Divine;
Adieu, vain world-all-all is peace,
And God is mine!

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