this state, which should contribute on an average $100 each per annum ? It will be seen that by an article of the constitution, auxiliary societies are entitled to designate the stations where the funds they contributed are to be employed in supporting missionaries. This provision, while it gives the members of auxiliary associations all the privileges enjoyed by members of the Parent Society, greatly enhances the value of small contributions, by combining them with the general fund in a system of uniform and continued operations. Monthly Publication. A monthly publication, of a half sheet, devoted entirely to the cause of this Society, has been undertaken, of which five thousand copies each, of four numbers, have been printed and distributed gratuitously among those who contribute to the funds. The committee are persuaded that this publication may be rendered eminently serviceable to the cause of domestic missions. It is to be occupied chiefly with the plans and proceedings of the Society and its auxiliaries, the journals of missionaries, lists of subscriptions and donations, and other intelligence concerning the affairs of the institution. Copies of this publication will be forwarded as regularly as possible for the members of auxiliary societies, and for individual subscribers out of the city, subject only to the expense of transportation. Receipts, Expenditures, and Conclusion. A statement is subjoined of the funds of this Society, and also of the Young Men's and Evangelical Missionary Societies, up to the time of their being transferred to this institution, from which it appears that the amount of funds received within the period embraced in this report, including balances on hand at the annual meetings of the two societies last abovementioned in December, 1821, is five thousand eight hundred and forty-nine dollars and eighty-six cents; and that the expenditures amount to four thousand eight hundred and ninety-one dollars and forty cents; leaving a balance in the hands of the treasurer of nine hundred and fiftyeight dollars and forty-six cents, applicable to the outstanding engagements of the Society, which at the present time amount to about four thousand five hundred dollars. Home Proceedings, UNITED FOREIGN MISSIONARY SOCIETY. Since the publication of our last number, we have advices from the Union Mission to the 19th of May, from the Great Osage Mission to the 1st of the same month, and from the Tuscarora Mission to the 24th of June. The communications from Union are of a more encouraging tenor than any previously received. In the month of April five Indian children were added to the schools. Several of the Indians had recently manifested a disposition to labour on the Missionary farm, and one of the young chiefs had formed the resolution to abandon the chase, and to devote his life to the pursuits of agriculture. UNION MISSION. EXTRACTS OF LETTERS. now transmit to you the Journal for March, and a statement of accounts for the quarter ending on the first of April. Rev. Mr. Vaill to the Domestic Secretary, The last communication by letter from May 5, 1823. the board was dated in July, ten months By the way of Franklin, Missouri, I ago. Two Registers came to hand in April, the latest for December.* It is unquestionably owing to the detention of the mail in crossing the Mississippi from the States. It is to be regretted that this evil exists. To us, whose dependance is on a society two thousand miles distant, the evil is very great. By the December number of the Register, it appears that your treasury does not fill up so rapidly as will be necessary. We are hoping and praying that God will open the hearts of his people, and soon raise up some liberal benefactors to the poor heathen. Our infant Mission is in a prosperous state, and at this time we have greater satisfaction than at any former period. During the last month five children, four boys and one girl, were committed to our care, which makes our number thirteen, exclusive of the infant found and adopted by brother Chapman. Two of the five children are twins, as pretty boys of the age of nine years as you can any where find. The whole of our children are doing well. Labour is becoming more pleasant. Stephen Van Rensselaer is very ingenious in the smith's shop. Nails, hinges, and even small knives, he makes with ease. No American youth would make a more active or promising apprentice. And, Sir, in regard to the nation, we may say the spell is broken. The prejudice, fixed by the habit of centuries, is beginning to give way. Moi-neh Persha, a young chief, took the lead. He commenced three weeks ago. Others, of their own accord, have followed his noble example, and have laboured whole days in planting, at fifty cents per day. For several days we have had six men and ten boys, labouring as diligently as white men. The health of the family is as good as usual, excepting sister Fuller's. She has not been well since her infant was born, in March, and for several weeks she has been afflicted with the typhus fever. JOURNAL FOR MARCH, 1823. Communion Sabbath. * At the date of this communication there were several letters and five numbers of the Register on the way-Ed. Miss. Reg. more have we enjoyed the privilege of Christ's table, and his banner over us has been love. What varied sensations of joy and sorrow have filled our breasts. Joy that our Saviour lives and reigns, and will triumph. Sorrow that He has ever been wounded in the house of his friends. Arrival of the Indian Agent. Mr. Phillbrook, the agent, arrived this evening on a visit to the Osage people. Brought no letters nor papers, as we expected. The mail has not, for a long time, crossed the Mississippi into this territory. It is now four months since we have re ceived any communications from the society. Such failures are perplexing. It is very important for Missions to have frequent intercourse with those who employ them. Indian Bear Hunt. Monday, March 3.-Multitudes of Indians surrounded us on their way to a bear hunt, east of Grand River. Among them is Philip Milledoler. Being called in, he appeared very pleasant, and read with ease in those lessons (of words of one and two syllables) where he used to spell. He signified, however, that it was good for him to be a hunter and a warriour. In these employments he must spend his days, without some special interposition of Providence. How shall we give him up? May he yet be reclaimed. Attended the monthly concert. Could all christians see what our eyes behold, the heathen in all their wretchedness, surely they never would doubt the necessity of united prayer and unceasing efforts for their salvation. When we consider what noble minds they possess, and at the same time what darkness covers them, we would not be cold or formal in our supplications. Tuesday, March 4.-The Indians moved off early this morning. They passed the station single file; first the hunters, then the women and children and packhorses. The procession was two miles in length. In their great buffaloe hunts, we are told, they march in two parallel columns, extending six, eight, and ten miles each. Object of the Agent's visit. Wednesday, March 5.--The agent pro ceeds to the Indian town, accompanied on business for the Mission. Brother by brother Chapman and the interpreter. His chief business is to announce the arrival of their annuities at the garrison, and to settle the late disturbance between them and the Cherokees. This is probably the first time their annuities have been delivered to them on the Arkansaw. This change for the better is undoubtedly owing to Governor Miller's influence. Saturday, March 8.--Yesterday the agent and his company returned from the village. To-day he proceeds down the river. Received of him $120 for blacksmith's work done for the Osages, according to agreement, for the last year. We would acknowledge the hand of God in this assistance when so much needed. The chiefs have agreed to send the young man who murdered a Cherokee to Fort Smith, as soon as he is called for by the agent, who is now obliged to hasten down to the Arkansaw post, to see Governor Miller before he leaves the territory for New-England. We understand that the serious ill health which his excellency has experienced, renders it doubtful whether he will return again to this territory. Meetings for business. W's health has been feeble for a long time. It is hoped that a voyage down the river, as it will be a change of employment, will be beneficial. This day we engaged, for a short period, a blacksmith in brother Woodruff's place. This man came to us a few weeks since from the Rocky Mountains. The party having lost many of the horses which they took with them, in order to perform a hunting and trading tour to the Spanish country, he, with several others, grew discouraged and returned, wandering down the Arkansaw River 'till they struck the tradinghouse. From that place he came to our station. He was bred a blacksmith in the State of New-York, and is a good workman. Besides the work which is to be done for the establishment, which will be considerable while building our mills, we have to do considerable for the Indians, for which brother Woodruff's ill health renders him insufficient. Another of these adventurers came a few days since, and offered himself as a farmer. He was bred in Massachusetts, and is a smart, active man. Thus Providence is sending us help in a way that we did not expect. Lord's day, March 23.-Meditated on the future prosperity of Christ's kingdom; when the earth shall be filled with his glory. Ps. lxxii. 17, 18, 19. Thus amidst our outward perplexities, we have consolation concerning that kingdom which is not of this world. Monday, March 10.-Resolved, that brother George Requa and Sarah Vaill accompany sister Cleaver to New York. Brother Requa's health is feeble, and he has been for a long time unable to labour. In the view of the physician, he may receive essential service by a journey to a northern climate. He goes with the intention of returning as soon as the state Departure of Mr. Requa and his compaof his health will permit. Tuesday, March 11.-Resolved, that our season of secret devotion in the morning commence at half-past four till the 1st of September. Thursday, March 13.-Discharged a a hand for violating the rules of the institution, and the laws of the territory, by gambling. Unexpected assistance in the smith's de partment. Friday, March 14,-Brethren Spaulding and Woodruff, with one hired man, set off for the garrison in a large canoe, nions. Tuesday, March 25.-Brother George Requa, sister Cleaver, and Sarah Vaill, took their leave of the family. Having been committed to Him who keepeth covenant and showeth mercy for ever, they set off at 12 o'clock in a wagon, for ther and sister Vaill. the trading-house, accompanied by broReached the trading-house at 9 o'clock in the evening, in the rain. Wednesday, March 26.—At 2 o'clock, P. M. brother Requa and his little company embarked for New-York. May the God of grace, who holds the winds in his fists, and who can sustain his children, by land or by sea, be with these lambs, and carry them in his bosom, through their long and dangerous voyage. Wm. Moore, a young man who has laboured in this family more than two years, accompanies them with a view to return to New Jersey, his native place. Lord's day, March 30.- "Let the inhabitants of the Rock sing; let them shout from the tops of the mountains." Isaiah, xlii. 11. From these words we have been led to contemplate the ultimate spread of the gospel, not only west be yond the rocky mountains, but also through every inhospitable land on the globe. Monday, March 31.-Brother Chapman set off this morning to be with the Indians for a season. Industry of the Indian Females. It is pleasing to record the labours done by the Indian girls at school, and the women and children, who occasionally call upon us, or who tarry at the Indian house. They have completed nine bed quilts, and performed nearly as much labour on shirts and other articles. The female part of the nation incline to be industrious, while the men and boys are emphatically indolent. Still we do not despair of reclaiming them from their idle habits, or of removing the deep rooted prejudice that labour is slavery. GREAT OSAGE MISSION. Our latest letter from the superintendent of this mission is dated at St. Louis on the 10th of June It is principally devoted to the business on which he visited that place. At the close of the letter he observes As I am in great haste, I cannot now enter into particulars respecting our mission. The family, when I left home, were generally enjoying a good state of health, and the mercies of God are yet kindly bestowed upon us. Oh, may our hearts ever be lifted to the God of missions in behalf of the poor heathen! Pray for us! usual. A family conference this evening, at which time we were led to inquire how we ought to treat each other as members of a mission family. Monday, Feb. 3.-Brother Jones arrived to-day from an excursion with our Osage boys. United this evening in the concert of prayer. Mr. Pixley's return from the Arkansaw. Wednesday, Feb. 5.-Brother Pixley arrived from Union, to the great satisfac tion of our family, after an absence of nearly four months. Thursday, Feb. 5.-The weather has become very cold. The thermometer ranged at zero at sunrise. Sickness of Miss Weller. Friday, Feb. 7.-The goodness of God is manifested in the preservation of our health. Excepting in one instance, that of sister Weller, we are all sharing richly in this best of heaven's earthly gifts. She is yet feeble, and we fear declining; but she enjoys a calm mind, which is far richer than life, and more powerful than all the terrors of death. Severity of the Season. Saturday, Feb. 8-Cold, stormy day. The snow has fallen about four inches, the largest snow we have had this winter. Although our cabins turn the rain tolerably well, yet they are very little security against the snow, especially when there is much wind. In consequence of this, our habitations are rendered very uncomfortable to-day ; but we are highly favoured in this country, as we had but two small snow storms last winter, and have had but two, still lighter, this winter. The thermometer was at 5 degrees above zero at sunrise this morning. Sabbath, Feb. 9.-Brother Pixley preached this morning, and brother Dodge in the afternoon. Had a very agreeable season in family conference, while we considered the question, what ought to be the object and aim of missionaries. Monday, Feb. 10.-Our wagon started this morning for the settlements on the JOURNAL FOR FEBRUARY AND MARCH, Missouri, to bring in a load of corn. The weather is now moderating, but the cold Sabbath, Feb. 2.—Religious worship as for ten days past has had a very great ef 1823. had their limbs frozen stiff, while they were yet alive. Sabbath, February 16.-Brother Dodge preached in the morning, and brother Pixley in the afternoon. Family conference in the evening. Subject of conversation, "How can we best inspire a Missionary zeal in the children of the Mission family." Sabbath, February 23.—Brother Pixley preached. May the Lord add his blessing to his word. Mr. Baillis arrived this evening from the fort, bringing a package of letters and papers, among which we found one from the board, dated the 25th of December, 1822. Monday, Feb. 24.-Heard by Mr. Baillis from brother Bright, who has been gone several weeks to the Missouri on business. He is on his way in company with our wagon and another, loaded with wheat and corn for our use. Thursday, Feb. 27.-Brother Bright, with our wagon, arrived in safety. Brought in a packet of letters and papers, which were very pleasing to our little band. Attended conference this evening as usual. Two children added to the school. Friday, Feb. 28.-We have now come to the close of another month. God has been kind in preserving our health, and continuing to us the comforts of life. Sister Weller has for a number of days been more comfortable. We are now drawing towards another communion season. May God preserve our hearts for this service. Preparatory lecture by brother Pixley this evening. Received two little girls in addition to our school, which now consists of twelve Indian children, and is, we think, in a prosperous state. Sabbath, March 2, 1823.---Brothers Dodge and Pixley preached. The Lord's Supper was then administered, we hope, with peculiar refreshing to some. Two young men, who are here at school from Missouri, and the United States' blacksmith, united with us in this solemn service. Return of Mr. Montgomery from the Indian village. Wednesday, March 5.-This evening was rendered pleasant by the arrival of brother M. from the Indian village, and the more so as this is the only time that all the family have been together since last August. Some at one time, and others at another, having been absent, as circumstances made it necessary. Monday, March 10.-Raised our schoolhouse, or the house to be occupied as such for the present. This is the first frame building on the establishment, excepting the mill. Tuesday, March 11.-Brothers Newton and Bright are both sick with the intermittent. Engaged 300 bushels of corn to be delivered at this place for 75 cents per bushel. Saturday, March 22.-Sister Weller continues comfortable, and seems to be gaining strength. Brothers Bright and Newton are yet unable to labour, although by the proper use of means their intermittent is suspended. Saturday, March 29.-Another long cold rain. The whole week has been stormy. For two or three days the family have been without bread, the heavy rains having prevented our supplies of corn from arriving at the expected time. This afternoon, however, we had information that they were sixteen miles from The wagoners have been mostly without food for two days, in consequence of their journey being protracted beyond their expectation. us. Monday, March 31.-This afternoon the wagons arrived, and delivered to us nearly 80 bushels of corn. Concluding remarks. In closing the journal for this month, it might not be improper to mention that we have been much deceived with respect to the climate of this country, both by our own experience as well as by the information of others. We had expected that other winters would be like the one we first experienced here, very mild, and with little cold and stormy weather. But the winter past has corrected our mistake, and |