ting up the frame to-day. It is to be 54 feet by 21 or 22. The timber is not quite so good as we expected; but it will form a convenient place for public worship on the Sabbath; and, it is to be hoped, it will make a favorable impression on the minds of the people, and induce them to attend our meetings, and excite a more general inquiry respecting the religion of Jesus.

10. Commenced building our cook house of stone and mud, 10 feet square, an oven of brick in one side.

11. Isaac Lewis, a boy, who has been a member of the family more than a year, left us this morning. There are now only eight boys in the family, All the girls have left but one. It is considered disgraceful for them to work; and they seem to be unwilling to bear the reproach, which is cast upon them in consequence of it, though we have but little for them to do.

13. The English brig Triton, Captain Templeton, on her way from Valparaiso to Calcutta, arrived here to-day.

14. Capt. Davis, Capt. Templeton, and a Mr. Phelps, visited the school. They were much pleased with the improvement of the scholars.

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Experience of Halo.

15. To-day brother Loomis visited Halo, a chief, who has been sick several months. Thomas Hopoo has attended him almost daily, and labored to impress his mind with divine truth, and not without encouraging success. He gives some evidence of piety. In conversation with brother Loomis, he said he was vile,-that there was nothing good in him; but he desired Jehovah to take possession of his heart, that he was willing to commit his all to him. He seems to have a great reverence for the Bible. One day, Hopoo found him asleep, with the Bible pressed to his bosom. Being afterwards asked, why he did so, he replied, that "he loved Jehovah, and wished to be with him." When he eats and drinks, he uniformly gives thanks to Jehovah. How does the conduct of this chief condemn thousands, who have the Bible, and are able to read it.

19. Enjoyed the preaching of the word from Eph. v. 9. Captain Templeton and some other gentlemen visited the Sabbath school The Captain was much pleased with the exercises. He has presented the bell belonging to his brig, for the use of the church now building. It will be an important article to secure regularity at our meetings on the Sabbath.

* This is the chief, whose prayer, as given by Thomas Hopoo, is printed p. 147 of this volume.

Occupation of the new House.

23. Having finished the cooking estab lishment, and two of the rooms in our new house, Mr. Chamberlain and his family removed into it. He occupies one of the rooms, and Mr. Thurston is to occupy the other for the present. Through the favor of Captain Brown, we are furnished with as much paper, as we wish to put upon the walls of our room. A part of the cellar is used for an eating room. The house will be very pleasant when finished; but we shall be unable to do much more at present, for want of boards. We hope to be thankful for present comforts, and trust Providence for more, when it is best that we should have them.

26. Blessed with the privileges of the sanctuary. A discourse from Heb. xii, 14, Mr. Loomis made a visit this afternoon to the sick chief. On his way, he observed

a crowd of natives, a little distance off, near a house. It appeared that a chief had got intoxicated, and began to quarrel with some of the common people. Just before Mr. L. reached the house, a great shout was given, and the natives fied in every direction. Immediately they returned; and he saw them bringing away a dead man whom the chief had killed. The chief,

it appears, broke a large stick from the fence and struck the man on the back of the head. No one attempted to touch the murderer for some time. The governor, at length ordered him to be seized and put in irons. He was carried into the fort. Formerly the chiefs possessed more power over the common people, than they seem to have at present. If a man was murder, ed, and the act was done by a chief's orders, nothing more was said about it; unless the murdered man belonged to another chief, in which case some restitution was made.

27. We understand that the chief, who was confined yesterday, has been set at liberty. It is probable nothing more will be done respecting him,

29. [After describing the contention of a man and woman, respecting a child, whom both wished to retain, when about to separate from each other, the journal proceeds ]

Such contentions and separations are not unfrequent in this country. Mr. Young related to us the following incident, which shows something of the barbarity, which is sometimes practised here. "A man and wife having determined to separate, each insisted on having a child, which had been born to them. The father kept it for a while, then the mother got possession of it; the father took it away again; and so things went on, till the father, to end the dispute, knocked the child on the head, and thus put an immediate end to its life."

31. Mr. Phelps, passenger with Captain Templeton, called to take a copy of our Vocabulary of this language. For want of time, he copied only a part.

Sept. 1. Tamahamaha made us a friendly visit this morning. Observing Mr. Loomis writing, he asked for a pencil and a sheet of paper. He then, with the pencil, drew a chart of the bay of Witeete, the harbor of Hanaroorah, &c. requesting Mr. Loomis to write the names of the places, as he drew them. We showed him a globe, and endeavored to explain to him the form and motion of the earth. But we were unable to convince him, that the earth was round, and turned upon its axis. He placed some leaves upon the globe, and, turning it, they fell off. In like manner, he said, we should fall off, if the world turned round,

Visits of Natives.

4. Kaahoomanoo and Opee, with two other women of distinction, took breakfast with us. They appeared very friendly. Kaahoomanoo presented us a quantity of fish.

7. Made a proposal to Captain Brown, to supply the sailors of the ship Paragon with Bibles. He expressed his approbation. Gave a Bible to a sailor, who is at work on the church.

8. Presented four Bibles to the crew of the ship Paragon.-The Tartar arrived from Atooi.

12. Kaaboomanoo, in company with Captain Davis, called on us. She came for the purpose of seeing the house, which is erected for the worship of Jehovah. She was much pleased with it. We have increasing evidence, that this old queen is our friend.

14. Examination of the school. A number of gentlemen attended, who expressed their high satisfaction with the specimens of improvement, which were exhibited. Captain Davis made us a present of a hog.

Dedication of the House of Worship.

15. This has been an interesting day to us, and we are laid under renewed obligations of gratitude and devotedness to Christ. The house, which has been built for the worship of God, was dedicated this morning. A dedicatory sermon was preached from Ezra vi, 16. Many things combined to render the occasion one of more than common interest. It is the first house, which has been consecrated to the worship of God in the Sandwich Islands. The great Head of the church and Lord of missions, we trust, was with us, to strengthen our faith, enliven our hope, increase our joy, and to enable us renewedly to consecrate ourselves, and all that we

17. To-day the Arab, Capt. Thomas Meek, the Pedlar, Capt. John Meek, and the Mentor, Capt. Porter, arrived from the North West Coast. Capt. Porter has brought lumber and fish for the mission. The former article will enable us to finish our house.

18. Captain Porter, the two Captains Meeks, and Captain Davis, made us a visit. The first officer of Captain Porter, and a boy belonging to the ship were killed, while on the coast, by the Indians.

19. To-day Capt. Porter sent us four barrels of pickled salmon and a bogshead of dried fish. A part of the fish was a present from Capt. Harris, now on the coast. Capt. P. said he intended to give us a quantity of firewood and Jumber.

20. Held our meeting, this evening, in the new house of worship; found it very convenient. Two large lamps, which cost 35 dollars, are furnished for the pulpit, and afford a good light.

25. Two vessels arrived from Atooi, We learn that, a short time since, Rehoreho and Tamoree left Atooi, it. the Cleopatra's Barge. They are now at Wimaah, on this island. Brothers Bingham and Ruggles expected to have come with the king; but his departure was hasty, and without previous notice. This is quite a disappointment to us and to them. We are still left in uncertainty with respect to the voyage to Otaheite.

Captains Porter and Meek made us a

present of a considerable quantity of timber.

27. Yesterday and to-day, we have been engaged in removing our lumber from the village. It costs us much labor to bring it home, as we have nothing but one handcart to work with. Krimakoo borrowed our large cart, some time ago, for the purpose of moving sandal wood, on a distant part of the island. He finds it very convenient in conveying the wood; and the natives, we are told, have made two or three carts, since they found the benefit of ours.

29. The ship Maro, capt. Allen, has returned again. Stays here a week or ten days, and then sails for America. Capt. Allen has been very successful in collecting oil. It will be remembered that he has made many presents to the mission, and we esteem him as a valuable friend.

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30. The congregation to-day was more numerous than we have before witnessed at the islands, and good attention given to a discourse from John vi, 44. Rebo-reho arrived here, this afternoon. Most of the brethren went down to visit him this evening. He was in a very pleasant mood, and received them with affection. He said the missionaries at Atooi and at this place were all "mili," said Mr. Bingham would be here in a few days, and would then immediately proceed on the voyage.

Oct. 1. Presented 20 Bibles to the crew of the Maro.

5. Tamoree arrived here to-day. The customary honors were given him from the fort. Some of the brethren made him a visit. He appeared friendly, and conversed with them in English.

6. A very pleasant visit from Mr. Crocker, first officer of the ship Packet. We conversed, sung a hymn, and prayed together. He presented the mission with a chest of tea, and 15 dollars in money, for the education of heathen children. are glad to see, and converse and pray with, those who love the souls of the poor heathen.

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8. To-day one of the seamen, belonging to the ship Packet, called to inquire if we had Bibles to give to sailors, who had none. He said he was informed, that we gave Bibles to those, who would make a good use of them, observing, at the same time, that there were four persons on board, who were destitute, and who would be thankful to receive each a copy. Four Bibles were given him.

9. Captains Allen and Hill sailed to-day for America; the former, by the way of Cape Horn, and the latter, around the Cape of Good Hope. By Capt. Allen, we sent some private letters to our friends in America; and by Capt. Hill, to our brethren at Atooi. Previous to his sailing,

Capt. A. presented us with a cask of oil, a barrel of flour, and some other articles. Capt. H. presented us with a box of tea.

New Connexion of Tamoree.

Tamoree, Kaahoomanoo, Ka-ma-ma-loa, (wife of Reho-reho,) dined with us to-day. This evening, Tamoree is to be married to Kaahoomanoo. We were told, on our ar rival at the islands, that this connexion was contemplated. What new arrangements will be made on account of it, is, at present, unknown. It is thought, that the union will be favorable to the mission. Kaahoomanoo and Krimakoo are the appointed guardians of Reho reho.

11. Tapoolee, the late wife of Tamoree, called upon us to-day. She is now discarded by Tamoree, and appears somewhat dejected.

Donation of Cous, &c.

15. Mr. Chamberlain and Thomas Hopoo called upon the royal family, for the purpose of inquiring respecting some land, cows, oxen, &c., which we had some reason to hope would be given us. They found the royal family, with Kaahoomanoo and Krimakoo, on the quarter deck of the Cleopatra's Barge. They all seemed willing and even desirous that we should be furnished with land, cows, &c. and, after consulting together some time, the king and Krimakoo left it with Kaahoomanoo to decide, how many of the cattle, &c. should be given us. The king immediately set sail for Owhyhee, and Krimakoo, after presenting Mr. Chamberlain with a lot of land, sailed for another part of this island. In the evening, Mr. Chamberlain and Hopoo went to Kaahoomanoo. She inquired how many cows, &c. we wanted. Mr. Chamberlain told her; and she said we might have four cows, a pair of steers, and two horses; observing, that they had a plenty of them. The brethren returned, much rejoiced with the prospect of being furnished with a few cattle and horses.

[It being found the next day, that a vio lent opposition was excited against the fulfilment of this grant, the missionaries relinquished the design of receiving the property given. They hope to obtain cattle in the following manner.]

There are some wild cattle on the island, and Kaahoomanoo has given us full liberty to take as many of them as we wish. It is thought best to make an attempt to take some of them by stratagem.

17. Mr. Chamberlain and Hopoo have been, to-day, to take a view of the lot

land, which Krimakoo has presented us. The land is good, but there is, at present, little growing on it, except weeds. It will require considerable labor to prepare it for planting. We hope to receive some benefit from it, in six or eight months. We have reason to be thankful for this instance of kindness and liberality from the heathen.

Arrival of Whale Ships.

22. Two whale ships, the Russell, Capt. Arthur, and the Spermo, Capt. Bunker, arrived. This morning, Mr. Chamberlain, Mr. Thurston, and John Honooree, set off to visit another part of the island, for the purpose of seeing the wild cattle, and contriving some method to catch some of them. The brethren returned, in the evening, much fatigued, having seen nine of the wild cattle. We are not without hopes, that some of them may be taken.

24. Captains Folger, Arthur and Bunker visited and took tea with the family. We are more and more pleased with these men.

25. Mr. Chamberlain and Honooree set off this morning, to make an attempt to take some of the wild cattle. Engaged a Spaniard, who is acquainted with the business. We received a present of a barrel of bread and some butter, from Capt. Arthur; also, a barrel of salmon from Capt. Thomas Meek. Our weekly meeting this evening was well attended.

27. Mr. Chamberlain returned, this evening, much fatigued, and unsuccessful in his attempts to take the cattle.

31. Capt. Ebbets paid his subscription to the orphan fund in goods, to the amount of 40 dollars; Capt. Davis, likewise, paid his subscription, to the same amount.

Nov. 4. Preaching to-day from John iii, 16. The ship Globe, Capt, Gardner, arrived to-day, with a full cargo of oil. She stays here a short time, and then sails for America. Capt. Gardner called on us, and kindly offered to take any communications, which we should please to send. We shall avail ourselves of the opportunity.

5. Monthly concert for prayer. These seasons are precious to us. In this land of darkness, ignorance and sin, we find repose and consolation, in uniting with the thousands of Israel, in supplications for the heathen world, and for this miserable people. With confidence, we can leave our cause in the hands of God, believing that, "in due time, we shall reap, if we faint not." In this land, we find opposers of truth and righteousness; but such are found in every land, and they will be found, till they are put to flight by the glories of the millennial day.

6. Received, to-day, a present of a barrel of flour, some beef and pork, a firkin of butter, and some other articles, from Capt. Gardner.

Capt. Ebbets sailed for America, by way of Canton. Sent by him a letter to our brethren at Atooi, and one to the Rev. Ward Stafford, New-York.

Captains Bunker and Gardner, took tea with us this evening. We have, every day, occasion to speak of the goodness of God, in raising up friends for us, in this land of strangers.

Return of Mr. and Mrs. Bingham.

10. Brother and sister Bingham returned from Atooi in Tamoree's brig, after an absence of four months. They have done much good there, in strengthening and encouraging the brethren; though, by reason of foreign influence, they have not accomplished their intended voyage to the Society Isles. But it is all for the best. The purposes of heaven are accomplished by the delay. We are not without hopes that we shall be permitted to visit those now favored isles, at some future period. It still appears to us highly desirable; and all the objections, which have been made against it, have not, in the least, altered our opinion on the subject. It would be of very great service to us, if we could now be put in possession of the elementary books and translations of the missionaaries there. But we must wait with patience; and, if it is best that we should receive such helps, the way will be opened, and the means for obtaining them will be put into our hands.

11. The Sabbath returns upon us with cheering and reviving influence. We were: again indulged with the privileges of the sanctuary. Brother Bingham preached from Deut. xxxii, 29-31. "O that they were wise, that they understood this, that they would consider their latter end. For their rock is not as our rock, even our enemies themselves being judges." The ob ject of the discourse from these words was, to show the stability of the saint's Rock, or ground of confidence, and the instability of the sinner's, together with the testimony, which wicked men have given on this subject. A numerous and attentive audience.

12. About noon, three houses, standing near each other, belonging to Gov. Boka, were consumed by fire. Capt. Babcock's store was much exposed to the fire; but, as it stood near the water side, they succeeded in preserving it. Mr. Chamberlain went to the village, during the fire. This afternoon, he was taken unwell, with the rheumatism in his back. We every day feel the need of a physician. The Lord send us a "beloved Luke "

13. Mr. Chamberlain no better;-heslept but little last night. He is scarcely able to turn himself in bed.