1 8 LIFE-WORK

of visiting at the home of David McNeill. While there he preached in the Presbyterian Church. He mentions that no collection was asked for or taken, but some small sums of money were handed to him; then, giving this as a sample of many entries, to quote his own words: "' Next morning Mrs. Murray, wife of the minister, called on us before breakfast, and brought us a donation of ten shillings. Soon after another friend called and handed me two pairs of socks and a five shilling bill. Soon, another five shilling bill was given me by the young man at whose house we had been lodged. The even- ing before, Mrs. John McNeill had asked us to call and see her hus— band who is troubled with asthma. We called and had a good visit. I read the let of Revelation, and commented on the glorious city. As we came away Mrs. McN. put a pound note into my hand. This made, presents and all, three pounds, two and Sixpence, and they may take a collection besides.

These donations, given and received in this way, make. I must say, a sweet impression upon my heart. I take them as coming more immediately from my Heavenly Father than if they had been

solicited personally by me.”

Monday, 15th Feb., 1869. (Halifax.)—I have only six cents. I wish much to obtain some things for my wife. I think I will pur— chase them. Ithought of going home to-day; I think now that I will wait till morning. I have been constantly praying for mercy and grace to help in time of need.

l6th.—Called at Avery and Brown’s Drug Store and obtained a piece of “ diacoln (P) plaster!” Mr. Brown, to whom I had given a report, and then afterwards on Sunday had met at our meeting at the Poor House, came out of the office and slipped a half-sovereign into my hand. I called on Dr. Hattie; found him sick and confined to his house. We had a sweet long talk on the best of themes. We prayed together. He handed me two and a half dollars. The even— ing was stormy; I slept comfortably; this morning the rain was pouring down; I had some misgivings about plunging out into it, but rose, took some bread and butter and watched for the cars. I con- sidered that I could ride inside to Windsor, and should the rain con- tinueI could remain there until it ceased. It held up about ten