MARSDEN had given me a letter of introduction to MR. W. HALL. After I had delivered the letter, 1 learned that MR. MARSDEN had kindly requested MR. HALL and his Brethren to advise me, and to afford me all the assistance in their power, which I found them very willing to do.

Before I left New South Wales, I had heard that the New Zealanders were at war among themselves; and so I found it on my arrival. When SHUNGEE returned from England to Sydney, on his way to New Zealand, he met with several of his countrymen. SHUNGEE in formed them, that 1, and several of my Brethren, were appointed for New Zealand; with which they were much pleased, and agreed that we should reside at Mercury Bay, near the River Thames.

Soon after SHUNGEE had arrived, he was informed, that in his absence one of his relations had been slain by some of his friends at Mercury Bay, and the River Thames. This report was too true. SHUNGEE immediately declared war against the people, although they were relations. The Chief who belonged to Mercury Bay, and with whom SHUNGEE had sailed from New South Wales to New Zealand, carnestly desired reconciliation, but in vain. Nothing but war could satisfy SHUNGEE. He soon collected three thousand fighting men, and commenced his march. The battle was dreadful, and many fell on both sides; but SHUNGEE proved victorious, and returned to the Bay of Islands in great triumph.

After my arrival in New Zealand, I learned that SHUNGEE and his party slew one thousand men, three hundred of whom they roasted, and eat, before they left the field of battle. SHUNGEE killed the Chief abovementioned; after which he cut off his head, poured the blood into his hands, and drank it. This account I had from SHUNGEE and WHYCATOA, who related it with the greatest satisfaction.

In war, the New Zealanders give no quarter to the men, and take all the women and children prisoners. These they divide among themselves, according to the number of men killed. The slaves are conducted to the villages of those who have taken them captive, and are compelled to labour for their owners, and are sometimes used in the most afflicting manner, being frequently killed and eaten, as an act of revenge.

SHUNGEE and his party have killed more than twenty slaves since their return from war, most of whom they have roasted and eaten.

When the slaves meet together they often weep for hours, lamenting the loss of their friends, and their own captivity. Before they separate, they cut themselves on the face, breast, and arms, until they are covered with blood. Such scenes are very afflicting to a European beholder, but they have no such effect on the New Zealanders.

Since my arrival in New Zealand, I have conversed with SHUNGEE and several other Chiefs on the subject of my residence among them. SHUNGEE observes, that it will not be safe for me to proceed to Mercury Bay, or to any place near it for the present, as he intends to kill all the people at that place and the River Thames: he recommends a place called Ho-do-do, near the North Cape.

SHUNGEE and his friends are at war again. Since I landed here, not less than one thousand fighting men have left the Bay for the River Thames, and not less than two thousand more are near us, who are preparing to march in a few days to the same place. SHUNGEE is at the head of this party, and will go with them to battle.

The Chiefs of Ho-do-do having heard of my arrival, and the wish of SHUNGEE that I should reside among them, came to the Bay of Islands, and are now with me. They say it will be "very good" for me to live with them after the war is over.-Four other Chiefs are also come, requesting me to reside among them. Indeed there is not a tribe in New Zealand who would not rejoice in having a Missionary with them. I cannot say

they desire this from a pure desire to be instructed in the truth of the Gospel, for they have no knowledge of its worth at present. Nevertheless, I believe the LORD intends that this noble race of people should soon know the things which belong to their peace.

The great obstacle to the spread of the Gospel here, is the great delight the people take in war. They never forgive an offence without satisfaction; and as offences frequently arise among them,

wars ensue.

Our encouragements to attempt the introduction of the Gospel among the numerous tribes in New Zealand are, however, not a few.

Their houses are near each other. A village contains from one to two hundred dwellings, and in every village a Missionary may have one, two, or three congregations, as he may judge best for convenience and instruction.

The New Zealanders are willing to have their children instructed to read any book we may think best, or, as they say, To crack hear the Book-a-Book-a. I have

tian, was well attended. Of course you are aware, that in the winter months they are obliged to separate for the sake of finding pasture for their cattle.

Tuesday. This evening three Dutch ladies (Boors' daughters) were at preaching, and after service expressed themselves as much satisfied. By a kind and friendly conduct towards the Farmers, I have no doubt we shall be able to bring some of them to attend the preaching of the word.

Thursday, 18th.-I sent off several of our people with a waggon to the Cape to fetch one of the Brethren, having received instructions to this effect.

Nov. 4th. This afternoon several female Hottentots came to my dwellinghouse, and expressed a strong desire to be baptized in the name of the LORD. Their sincerity I doubt not; but I must give them a trial for some months, as I would not be too hasty to baptize the Heathen. The fact is, in this country they consider it an honour to be baptized, and are always wishful to get the name of Criste Menchen, (or Christians,) whether GOD has begun a work of grace upon their hearts or not.

Thursday.-I called a general meeting of young and old, rich and poor, in order to impress upon their minds the necessity of keeping together upon the station during the summer months, that the young people might have more opportunities of hearing the word, and of receiving instruction in the school. The Meeting closed agreeably, and those who were not resident at the station, promised to come as soon as possible with their families.

10th. This morning I found that the frost had done my garden considerable damage, and destroyed nearly the whole of my wheat, which was very promising, and which cost me much labour and anxiety to get it into the ground, and, when sown, much trouble to preserve it from being destroyed by cattle. The failure of our harvest last year was a very serious evil; but the loss of our wheat this year also is much more so,

and has rendered the distress of some of our poor Namacquas great indeed. We are not the only sufferers in this respect, as from very recent letters I learn that the blight has appeared more or less in the wheat through the colony, even as far as the country which the English settlers occupy on the eastern side of Africa. May the LORD undertake the cause of our poor people, and send them help! Several families came to the Institution to-day, with their horses and pack-oxen.

11th. We had a Prayer-meeting this morning, and forenoon-preaching as usual. Our service was remarkably lively; so much so, that I was under the necessity of making my discourse very short, in consequence of the cries and tears of several Namacquas, who appeared to feel the burthen of sin. I gave out several hymns, and some of our Namacquas prayed alternately for the salvation of their friends, with a zeal and devotion which would have delighted you, had you been present. On leaving the chapel, I found six Namacquas prostrate upon the ground, the language of whose hearts seemed to be that of the trembling Jailor, or of JACOB wrestling with the Angel of the Covenant. At our Lovefeast this afternoon, several of our people gave a clear and distinct account of their conversion to GOD. One aged Namacqua, in particular, enlivened our Meeting much by a warm and forcible address to his countrymen, in which he displayed much native cloquence.

Friday. Some bastard Hottentots came to our station, and expressed a very strong desire for a Missionary to reside amongst them. Their residence is about seventy miles N. W. of the Camies Berg, and not far from the sea. I told them that their numbers were not sufficient to have a Missionary to reside amongst them, but that I would visit them on horseback very soon. If, after having seen their place, I thought it eligible, I could consider it as one of our outposts, to be visited in the winter months when they could remain together.

I ARRIVED here on the 4th of this month. I found the Brethren and their wives in tolerable health. The chapel is nearly finished, and will be a convenient place for the slaves. The school for the slaves is pretty well attended, and the children are kept in good order. The Missionaries are indefatigable.

They have either the school, or preaching, to attend to every night, excepting Saturdays. Adults as well as children attend;-their progress in reading is considerable; they sing very well. The second evening I attended the children's school, I could not refrain from tears; all appeared so interested and diligent.

walked to Layou Bay, and preached to a dozen persons from Heb. ix. 27.

tired.

3d. This morning I visited York Valley estate; but most of the people were gone to their grounds, not having been informed that I intended to visit them however, I found about thirty in their houses, who soon came together to the Manager's house, and to whom I preached from Luke x. 42; they heard with attention, and promised to attend regularly in future on the Sabbath-day, at St. Joseph's. I returned to St. Joseph's about noon.

4th, (Sunday.)-This has been a good day; I have experienced much peace and joy in the HOLY GHOST. This forenoon I had a large congregation from the estates up the Layou Valley: our house was completely filled, and some could not get in; they heard with attention while I preached from 1 Sam. ii. 30. After preaching, I met the catechumens, and gave the LORD's-Supper

Extract of a Letter from MR. CATTS, MR. HARRISON, myself, and family, arrived here from the District-Meeting on Thursday the 21st instant. We had a very rough passage, but, through divine mercy, landed all in tolerable health in the midst of a kind and affectionate people. This made us forget our troubles, thank GOD, and take courage. MR. HARRISON took the earliest opportunity of going to St. Joseph's, the place of his residence, after we had called to pay our respects to the President. In a note, he mentions that he preached there in English last Sunday, and published for preaching in French next Sunday after the English service.

9th. I heard this week that our poor people are greatly distressed atthe idea of my leaving them; some of them said, "If Massa will stand with all we, we will build him a chapel."

10th. Last evening I visited Machoucherce estate, and preached to a large congregation, who collected together in the boiling-house: they heard with much attention, and appeared highly pleased with my visit. I preached from Matt. xi. 28. I proposed many questions to them concerning their present state, and their views of divine truth, to all of which they answered with great readiness. I find by this method I keep their attention fixed on what I say.

16th. This afternoon I rode to ClarkHall estate, and preached to about one hundred, who were collected in the Manager's house, from John iii. 3. They heard with great attention. After preaching, I collected all the negro children around me, and catechised them, and taught them to pray; with which they and their parents were highly pleased. I think this the best method that I can adopt for the present.

dated Roseau, Dominica, Feb. 28, 1822. I have preached here three times in English, and intend, GoD willing, to preach in French this evening.

March 1st.-I preached in French last night. The congregation was very large; it thronged the house, covered the gallery, and, it being a damp evening, many sheltered themselves in the neighbouring houses to hear as well as they could. All were attentive and orderly, and several wept much. No doubt scores, probably hundreds, of these poor French people had never heard the Gospel before. Their priest is a Spaniard, who speaks French very imperfectly.

the LORD has graciously favoured us with many refreshing seasons. Many backsliders have been reclaimed, and believers excited to diligent perseverance in their holy calling; while several, in