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He who is a present help was near to provide; for a Stockbridge Indian came to the house at the hour we intended to depart, and agreed to carry our burdens. From my feelings, I had cause of thankfulness for being here; believing the Lord is bringing about a great work in the earth. A man, called a Baptist minister, was at Stock- bridge. The Indians snowed him our certificate; at which he expressed his approbation, and offered us the use of his horse for a few days. Here we were informed that the Oneida's conclu- sion not to send their girls from their nation, had such an effect upon the Tuscaroras, that notwith- standing we had delivered clothing for their children, we had to recommend them to deliver it to those who offered voluntarily. We could have had many more of the Stockbridge children, than were specified in our certificate; but to keep as near as possible to what was therein contained, was our earnest desire. My companion was so ill as we travelled along, that he entreated me to permit him to lie down on the wet logs; which I could not suffer; and whether he would be able to reach the house intended was un- certain,—the road being so very miry. His illness was a considerable exercise to me, not only at this time, but many others. At length, we arrived at our Indian brother's, where we were treated with great kindness, and much hospitality. 7th. A fine morning. My mind often felt the sweet influences of Divine Goodness; and I could be- hold its salutary effects among some of these inhabi- tants of the wilderness. Their penetration and judg- ment in religious matters, are very evident and striking, as may appear in the following narrative.