not think of religion. If he could only | sultation, both with the natives and my find a doctor to cure him he would brethren. I think it too, of paramount then become a Christian. Another importance to lend a helping hand to person remarked on going away, "Oh! the advancement of the native Karen when the teacher goes away, there assistants in scriptural knowledge. will be no one to tell us of God and these matters."

23. One of the men came along with us till noon, to shew the way. He manifested considerable interest in having me go up to the houses near, to speak with the people on religious matters, and at parting gave me more encouragement than ever, that truth had taken a deep hold of his heart.

From the tenor of the last annual report that has reached us, we are in hopes that a missionary for the Tavoyers will be ere long sent out.

A'sa'm.

EXTRACTS FROM A LETTER OF MR.
BRONSON, DATED APRIL 1, 1840.

The narrative of a second tour from Jaipur to the Nagas of the bill country, is given in Mr. Bronson's journal, page 25, of the February number. He was received on that occasion with great kindness by the natives—a smalł house or bungalow was built for his accommo

In searching for the Karen houses that we had in view, we lost our way, and found ourselves on the side of a hill so steep that it was with difficulty we could stand upon it; but the pros pect of mountain and plain below, with the ocean and its islands in the distance, amply repaid us for the difficul-dation, and encouragement given, for the esties encountered in the ascent. We were finally benighted without road or water, but we travelled on through the jungle in the dark, till we reached a brook, on the banks of which we are now encamped, beneath a clump of wide spreading bamboos.

In a letter dated May 9, 1840-subsequently to his return from this tour-Mr. M. speaks of

the

Progress of translation-Applicants for baptism.

Since my return I have been busied with the version of the New Testament, as I am now. Br. Wade comes over daily, and while he reads the Karen I read the Greek, and we stop and discuss every passage that calls for remark. This exercise continues one hour, and I find it a very useful one for the accuracy of the version. In the afternoon I have a very interesting class from Mrs. Wade's school for an hour, with whom I have taken up the Epitome of the old Testament, a book adapted to be very useful.

Since my return from the jungle I have had three applicants for baptism from among the Burmans, and one European. I had confidently hoped to devote a portion of my time to evangelical labors among the Burmans this season, but I fear I shall be disappointed. If it be important that the Karens have the scriptures, which I believe is conceded, it is important that the translation be as faithful as possible, and to accomplish that requires much labor and study, and reading, and con

tablishment of a school. So favorable was the prospect for missionary labor, that Mr. B. decided on removing his family thither, and the last date in the above journal left him at Jaipúr, whither he had returned for that purpose. The following letter is dated, "Nam Sang Naga Hills," and the writer says, "It is with unfeigned gratitude to the Father of all mercies, that I address you from my new home among the mountains." We then have an account of

Preparations for removal― Establishment of the Naga school.

Being anxious to return to the Hills as soon as possible, after a few days I prepared for my departure. I had sent off my baggage, and was intending to start the next morning (Feb. 10,) when a letter was received, stating that certain rumors were afloat that several tribes were united in a conspiracy against the Hon. Company, one of which was the Nágas, and that I should be in an unsafe situation among them. This made me hesitate for a short time, but at length, feeling inclined to disbelieve the rumors, and especially that part which related to myself, I concluded to go forward. The next morning just before starting, I received a letter from the assistant, saying that "the school had increased, that the people were all well disposed, and were wishing me to return quickly.” I accordingly left, and on the second day reached the village, where I found all quiet, and friendly. After a few days I felt assured that the reports 1 heard were false, and that there were actually no new discouragements to removing my family. I accordingly

proceeded to make the necessary arrangements. To the small bungalow built for me, I found it necessary to make an addition. In this the Nágas gave very little assistance, except furnishing whatever materials were necessary. The greater part of the addition is made into one large room, twenty feet square, with a verandah on two sides, which is the school room and place of worship. It is strong, and large enough to accommodate us for years to come. It is covered in the native way, (i. e.) with a long kind of leaf brought from the jungles. The covering will require to be renewed often-and after my best efforts to make it proof against the rain, it would not be considered endurable under other circumstances. The school room I have fitted up with a few wooden benches, which I had split out of large logs, in the distant woods, Except "Holbrook's Apparatus," and the "cards" recently sent by the Board, the school room has no apparatus. I most sincerely regret that I cannot furnish the room in such a manner as to render it at once inviting and useful to the scholars. This is a point of the utmost importance in creating and increasing an interest in our schools.

Difficulties in the way-Habits of the

natives.

without ceremony. After this is over perhaps he returns to resume his lesson. Talking, laughing, and hallooing to each other in school, was not considered in the least improper. After a few days I commenced striking a gong, as a signal for them to commence at ten in the morning, and also in the evening. I soon had an increase in the evening, from those who labored during the day.

The melancholy scene described below, is briefly alluded to in Mr. Brown's journal, page 31, of the February number. Mr. Thomas, whose remains had been thus inhumanly violated, was one of the company of missionaries that sailed from Boston in the latter part of 1836. Our readers will doubtless recollect the painful providence by which he was suddenly removed, when just ready to enter upon the field of his anticipated earthly labors. He was instantly killed by the falling of a tree across his boat, when within three hours' sail of Sadiyá, the place of his destination. His remains were taken to the latter place, and buried within the mission compound. During the late hostile incursion of the Khamtis, which caused such desolation in and around Sadiya, these graves were opened, probably for the sake of plunder, as intimated in the journal.

A painful service-Reflections.

On the 9th of March the house was so far completed, that I left it in the care of the interpreter, and returned to Jaipúr for my family. The day after my return br. Brown arrived from Sadiya, to which place he seems to have been providentially directed for the accomplishment of an uncommonly mournful duty. On his return he invited me to his house, and after retiring to an inner room, pointing to a small covered basket and box that stood before us, said, "Those contain all that remains of our departed br. Thomas and little Sophia."

I have found much difficulty in establishing the school. One cause was the impression that none but young men and relatives of the chief could learn to read. The common people, it was thought, had not sufficient understanding, and would receive no benefit from books. It was also said that they could not be spared from their daily work,-the manufacture of salt. To these, and similar objections, equally cogent, I was obliged to listen for a time, thankful for the privilege of teaching the first elements of learning to the favored I will not attempt to describe the feelfew who were supposed to have the re-ings of that moment. The hope of findquisite amount of ability, and confident that this very course would tend to give a popularity to the school, that would ultimately bring its privileges within the reach of all. It has also been difficult to gather them at any stated hour. It has often been amusing beyond expression, to notice their wild habits. While busily employed in reading, no sooner is the bark of the hunting dog heard, than they exclaim, "a deer! a deer!"-each one seizes his spear and hatchet, and rushes to the chase

ing treasure in his coffin, had induced
monsters in human form to disturb the
quiet repose of the dead, and to scat-
ter their bones, to bleach amid the
furious storm and tempest. We sat in
mournful silence, as we gazed upon
the mouldered remains. Truly I never
so realized the vanity of earthly hopes.
Before me sat a father, whose fondest
hopes had been justly raised, as he had
assiduously watched the expanding
powers of his own loved one.
death had dashed this cup of pleasure

But

And here I canuot forget to mention the kindness of C. A. Bruce, Esq., superintendent of tea cultivation at Jai-gether in vain. We are not to "despur, who has at several other times given me the gratuitous use of his elephants, and on this occasion kindly sent two, to carry Mrs. Bronson and the heavier part of our baggage, besides assisting us in many other ways. In noticing the generous and charitable feelings of this esteemed gentleman and his lady, I have often wished that all who profess Christianity were equally interested in the benevolent enterprises of the day, and bestowed upon them an equal proportion of their income.

We left about ten o'clock in the In conclusion, I have only to beg morning, and toward night reached the kind attention of the Board to this the Nám Sáng river, where we spent infant mission. Its relation to the the night. A small shelter was pre- eastern countries, Burmah and Chinapared, which was a convenient protec- the facts, that the people have adopttion from the winds; but at midnighted no form of religion but are ready a heavy storm arose, against which our to do so that the tide of commercial frail house was a poor defence. We enterprise has begun to roll this way were, however, preserved from harm.—and will not cease until this, with About ten o'clock the next morning, all the eastern countries, shall have

risen to an importance and elevation, | the meeting in the bazaar is continued, though I have for the last few weeks been unable to attend. The exercises are conducted by Kesk-Cheng, and I now have the prospect of soon resuming my attendance.

far above their present condition-the uncommonly kind and favorable regard which the people manifest toward our plans and operations, as well as the numerous friends and donors that have been so unexpectedly raised up for us-all demand our gratitude, our most vigorous exertions, our most fervent prayers. Methinks I see the daystar of promise rising upon this hitherto unknown people, each village with its temple for the worship of God, fill-erally ready to enter into conversation ed from Sabbath to Sabbath with the sweet incense of praise. Methinks I see in our little school, talents and energies that the Savior will consecrate to himself who are to become "mighty through God to the pulling down of the strong holds of Satan." Methinks I see the "wilderness budding and blossoming as the rose," being watered by the gentle dews of the divine spirit. O whose heart beats not to engage in the glorious enterprise? In it, who is not willing to spend his life, his all?

on the subject of Christianity. There are from five to fifteen men on each of these country junks. There are also at the present time, eighty or a hundred smaller boats loaded with cotton, dye-wood, pepper, &c., from different parts of the country. Many of these are manned by Chinese, and afford a good opportunity for tract distribution-especially as there is just now a suspension of business, to a great extent, throughout the city, in consequence of the plays and lotteries of the people, and the fears of government, in relation to the present movements of the English against China. However groundless their apprehensions may be, they are ready to listen to a thousand reports in circulation relative to the safety of their kingdom. Some say that the English are coming directly here instead of going to China; some, that the English and CochinWe have to-day enjoyed an interest- Chinese are leagued together against ing season, in examining five Chinese the Siamese; and others, that England as candidates for baptism. The evi and America have combined their fordence of their conversion was very ces and are coming to take Siam! satisfactory and it is expected they will Other reports equally ludicrous with be baptized next Sabbath. One, anthese, gain credence even with the noold man of sixty-four, cast away his idols eight years ago; he has since been in the daily habit of worshipping God, and for a long while has attended our religious meetings; the remaining four received their first religious knowledge during the last two years. They appear to be men on whom we can place dependence, and we fondly hope they may prove a valuable addition to the little church. During the examination, the old members manifested a lively interest, and by their efforts reminded us of the injunction, "Go out into the highways and compel them to come in." Some others have desired baptism, and some of the older members of the school manifest an encouraging state of feeling on the subject of Christianity.

Religious worship at our dwelling and at the chapel is well attended, and

bility. The king and his princes, hav-
ing junks designed for the Chinese
trade, refuse to send them now, in
consequence of the state of affairs be-
tween the English and the Chinese.

Baptism-Inquirers-Monthly concert-
Call for more missionaries.

31st. We have to-day enjoyed the pleasure of receiving by baptism and the hand of Christian fellowship, four Chinese, as members of the church. The season at the water was one of much interest. In company with the church and missionary friends, a large concourse of Chinese assembled as spectators, and after a respectful attention to the ordinance as it was administered, listened with apparent interest to a brief statement of the origin and design of the institution. Some appeared as if they had never before

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