18 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 21st 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. I thought 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. 16th.—Called at Avery and Brown 's Drug Store and obtained a piece of " diacoln (?) 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¬ tinue I could remain there until it ceased. It held up about ten