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Spent part of this day at J. W.'s, where I had the company of H. J. and M. R. The lively and cheerful flow of R. J.'s spirits remains with her in her old age; no doubt, in a great measure, the result of a well-spent life; and she enjoys, in a remarkable degree, the love and esteem of her neighbours and friends. In the evening I called on Wm. Savery's widow, who appeared to be dejected, on account of the recent loss of a beloved husband. Few men have finished their course, in the possession of more esteem and regard from mankind in general; and his mind dwelling near to the mountain of Life and Love, his charity was unbounded. Exclusive of the testimony of the meeting to which he belonged, I noticed a number of tributes to his memory, in a variety of periodical publications, both in prose and verse. 8th Month, 16th. Spent a pleasant evening at D. Bacon's. He, like the last mentioned friend, was a man highly esteemed in the circle of his acquaintance; and, being of a sweet disposition, had a great place amongst young friends, when his advice was wanted. He is since deceased. 8th Month, 17th. I dined and spent a part of the day at James Pemberton's, a kind and hospitable friend of this meeting. Although approaching to his 90th year, he was then of considerable activity in offices of kindness to his