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It is ever a matter of deep regret to see men, who profess to be believers in the Gospel of Christ; and who have had the privilege of read- ing it, and judging of its excellence, debasing themselves by the practice of every mean and sordid vice, allowed by the selfish policy of the world: on the other hand, it is exceedingly pleas- ing to behold those, whom, because they have not had the same privileges, we are ready to designate by the names of Heathens and Infidels; but who, by regarding the law in themselves, become exam-ples of many excellent Christian virtues: Thus manifesting that God is no respecter of persons. Being favoured once more to set foot on my native land, for which I have great cause to be thankful, J. W. and myself walked up to my relation's at Mile-end, where we met with a hospitable and affectionate reception. After spending this night and the fore part of the following day with them, we set out in the long coach for Manchester. In observing the extreme oppression exercised upon the poor horses, in these heavy carriages, I found a great draw- back from the pleasure which otherwise would have been derived from travelling by land. We got safe to Manchester the same evening, where we lodged; and early the next morning, we