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Sundries, fr. gent. asso. in Tallmadge, 4,43; la. asso. in do. 25; do. in Charlestown, 6,83; do. in Windham, 8,97; do. in Nelson, 23,27; do. in Springfield, 10,37; Mrs. P. Haddock, Atwater, 3,37; Skeneateles, N. Y., A box, rec'd at Mackinaw. Templeton, Ms. A box, fr. ladies, for Rev. W. Goodell, Constantinople. Watertown, N. Y., A box, rec'd at Cattaraugus. West Brookfield, Ms. A box, rec'd at Mackinaw. Unknown, A bundle, for Rev. S. Whitney, Sandw. Isl. A box, rec'd at Mackinaw. 5 00 82 24 The following articles are respectfully solicited from Printing paper, to be used in publishing portion of the Scriptures, school-books, tracts, &c. at Bombay, and at the Sandwich Islands. Writing paper, writing books, blank books, quille, slates, &c. for all the missions and mission schools: 5 00 especially for the Sandwich Islands. Shoes of a good quality, of all sizes, for persons of both sexes; principally for the Indian missions. Blankets, coverlets, sheets, &c. Fulled cloth, and domestic cottons of all kinds, BRIEF MEMOIR OF MRS. MYRA W. ALLEN, WIFE OF REV. D. O. ALLEN, AMERICAN MISSIONARY AT BOMBAY. DURING the last year the missionaries at Bombay were severely afflicted by the sudden death of three of their number, within the short period of less than seven months. The following biographical sketch of one of these, Mrs. Allen, who was first called home to her rest, is principally extracted from a more extended account contained in the Oriental Christian Spectator, a monthly periodical published at Bombay. Mrs. Allen was born in Westminster Massa- | chusetts, on the 7th of December, 1800; and was the youngest daughter of colonel Abel Wood. She enjoyed the unspeakable advantage of a religious education; and her parents had the satisfaction of seeing all their children, nine in number, members of that church with which they were walking in the fear of the Lord. She was also favored, both at home and in a neighboring town to which she was sent for the purpose at the age of about seventeen years, with facilities for cultivating her mind and storing it with useful knowledge. She obviously availed herself of these advantages with much diligence. The following paragraphs taken from a paper written by herself, give an account of the beginnings of spiritual life in her soul. The paper is without date, but must refer to the period between her eighteenth and twenty-second year. As long as I have any recollection, 1 have been the subject of serious religious impressions. I was early instructed in the truths of religion-the government of a holy, sovereign God, who had an infinite hatred of sin, requiring perfect obedience of his creatures, and punishing every transgression of his holy law with eternal death-the duty of repentance-the necessity of a change of heart, and the way of salvation through a crucified Redeemer. I was convinced of the truth and importance of these things, but they were wholly uncongenial with my carnal affections. I intended some VOL. XXVIII. time to attend to them, but could not think them calculated to afford happiness to the youthful mind. Thus I practically said 'Go thy way,' &c. In this manner I quieted my conscience, not, however, without being frequently roused by a solemn providence or a searching impressive sermon-sometimes to be almost persuaded to become a Christian. About the age of thirteen, I was much interested in reading the life of Mrs. Newell. I admired her amiable and engaging disposition, and was much affected with her early piety. This I was persuaded was the source of those lovely virtues which so highly adorned her character. I believed she was happy, and almost wished myself possessed of that which could render her so cheerful amidst so many trying scenes. But I could not endure the idea of renouncing my worldly pleasures and companions, and of bearing the reproach which I thought I should meet from the gay and thoughtless. I remained in a state similar to this till the 17th year of my age, when I think my attention was a little more excited. About this time a number of my companions became seriously impressed with a sense of their dangerous situation as sinners, and began to inquire with solicitude, what they must do to be saved. I had often thought that if my young friends would seek religion, I would join in the pursuit. Now I had the trial of my sincerity. It occasioned at first some severe struggle in my mind to become willing to renounce the world and its vain pleasures, 17* 'to meet the world's dread laugh' and endure the sneers of some whom I loved; but 1 soon resolved that notwithstanding all these, I would make religion my business, and that, through divine assistance, I would persevere in this resolution, though all my days should be spent in the search. I desire to bless the Lord that he did not suffer me to be again ensnared by the vanities of youth, and lured from the path I was resolved to tread. I was led to hope, that, though long left to wander in darkness, without any light, even 'darkness that might be felt', there might still be mercy for me; but if I never obtained comfort, I chose to spend my life thus, rather than engage in worldly amusements and pleasures. Nearly four years passed without bringing me any lasting relief. After spending a few months in a neighboring town where there was a revival of religion, she remarks I Shortly after my return, however, I began to view things in a different light. I began to feel there might be hope, even for me. The promise, "Him that cometh to me, will in no wise cast out," I found included all; and the passage, "He is faithful that promised," &c. increased my confidence. clearly saw that my heart was exceedingly polluted; but those scriptures, "Behold the Lamb of God that taketh away the sins of the world," and "The blood of Christ cleanseth from all sin," appeared to meet my case, and they were to me sweetly refreshing. The character of the Savior appeared lovely, and no longer as "a root out of a dry ground:" yet my apprehensions of divine things were quite obscure. I often thought of the blind man who, after once washing his eyes, could discern "men as trees walking." I remained thus, sometimes hoping, sometimes not daring to hope, through the winter. She continued in this state of darkness and doubting during three or four months; but at length, having obtained clearer views of the great truths of the gospel, and acquiescing more fully in them, she was enabled to add A tranquil serenity now took possession of my breast, such as had long been a stranger there. The plan of salvation opened to my view in a lovely engaging light, and I felt that there was safety in committing myself wholly to sovereign mercy. If left to perish, no injustice would be done, yet I fully believed that none who did trust in the Savior unreservedly would be cast off. I had long regarded it as a privilege of which I was utterly unworthy, to be admitted to the Lord's table. I now saw, that unworthy as I was, it was a duty I ought not to neglect. After serious deliberation, therefore, I gave my name to be proposed to the church for admission, and on the 8th December, 1822, entered into solemn_covenant engagements to be the Lord's. It was a day of solemnity and joy to my soul, and one which I felt called for the most lively gratitude, not only for the mercy I experienced myself, but that others received the I same with me-a dear brother and niece being received to church-fellowship at the same time. For a considerable time I was scarcely troubled with a serious doubt. I had no ecstasies of joy, but a peace and tranquillity such as I never before expe rienced. In a journal which Mrs. Allen kept, and in which she made entries with more or less regularity, she records her feelings on the day when she offered herself a candidate for admission to the church, and on that when she first sat down at the table of Christ. Nov. 24, 1822. After repeated self-examination and earnest supplication for the aid of the Holy Spirit to direct in the path of duty, I have at length come to a decisionand this day offered myself in a public manner for admission into the church. What lively gratitude ought I to exercise for the distinguishing goodness of God to so stubborn a rebel. To the praise of sovereign grace I would record it. I humbly hope and trust that I have tasted of the love of Christ, and, though long left to wander in darkness, that I have at length enjoyed the cheering beams of the Sun of Righteousness, and been led to consecrate myself to the service of my Creator. If, however, I am deceived-how dreadful! O Lord, discover to me my true state. Grant me the light of thy countenance, whatever else thou deniest, for Jesus' sake. Dec. 8. The solemn scene is past. I have publicly avouched the Lord to be my God and portion-my teacher and sanctifier-my prophet, priest, and king; and am "witness against myself that I have chosen the Lord to serve him." Now, if I should go astray and wound this precious cause, I must be without excuse. O Lord, look graciously upon me, and grant that my resolutions of new obedience, made I trust in reliance on thy divine aid, may not prove transient as the morning dew; but may I have grace to be faithful. Suffer me not to break the solemn covenant engagements into which I have entered; but make me useful in thy spiritual vineyard. Look in compassion on my dear companions. O revive thy work in this place; especially among the youth. The spiritual interest of a number lies near my heart in a special manner. And may I never, by a careless walk or an unchristian temper, prove a "stumbling block" to them; but may recommend the religion of Jesus by exem plifying its pure, peaceable, humble, compassionate, self-denying spirit. I am weak I in myself-may thy grace be made perfect || rejoice over the conversion of sinners, and in my weakness. A few additional extracts will be taken from this journal, illustrative of some conspicuous traits in her character. Mrs. Allen was tenderly attached to her young companions and friends and most earnestly longed for their welfare, and especially their conversion to God. On returning home from the school where she had spent some months she thus gives vent to her pious solicitude for those with whom she had been associated. Sept. 7, 1822. I have now taken my leave of those companions with whom I have spent so many pleasant hours in literary pursuits, and returned to my native place. To many of them I have probably bid the last adieu, no more to meet them on the shores of time. It is a solemn and affecting consideration. It is painful to the heart possessed of any degree of sensibility to separate from those whom we love; to sever the tender ties of friendship. But separation is needful in this imperfect state. "Friends must part and friendship sigh, How much would the pangs of parting be mitigated, could we indulge the pleasing hope that we should all meet at last on Canaan's happy shore, no more to endure a separation. But how dreadful is the idea of a final separation! How heart-rending the thought, that any of us should be finally cast off and be banished from all good, to dwell with everlasting burnings! Merciful Savior, prepare us by thy grace to appear before thy throne, clad in the robes of thy righteousness, and to spend an eternity in thy presence! Follow each member of that seminary with thy special blessing, and may both teachers and pupils become ornaments to society, and useful members of the church of Christ. On another occasion she writes May 29, 1823. A tribute of gratitude and praise is due to the almighty Redeemer for his abundant grace displayed in the recent conversion of two dear friends, and I embrace this early opportunity to record it. Situated so favorably as they were for embracing religion, I have felt much anxiety for their spiritual welfare; and often have attempted to commend their cases to him | whose sovereign grace alone can change the flinty heart, and bestow that peace which springs from believing in Jesus, and a hope full of immortality. shall not his professing children mingle their more feeble notes with the general songs of praise? Oh yes; the sacrifice of thanksgiving, rising from a truly contrite and pious soul, we have encouragement to cious Sovereign. I do indulge the hope believe, will find acceptance with our grathat if our lives are prolonged, I shall yet behold with my eyes and hear for myself, what I have heard from others; that I shall mingle Christian congratulations with them, and offerings of grateful praise to him who has caused us to hope in his mercy. June 27, 1828. I have just received letters from America, and have been rejoiced in recognizing the hand writing of dear friends with whom I have often, in years past, enjoyed Christian communion. But far greater has been my joy in hearing that many, who are endeared by the ties of nature and friendship, have embraced the Savior by a living faith, and are devoting themselves to his service. The description of such a season of refreshing from the Lord, in my native place, brings vividly to mind similar scenes which I once witnessed, and in which I so much rejoiced. Such scenes will yet be witnessed in this dark part of the world. Blessed be the Lord, his power is not restrained, and he is able to save as well in heathen as in Christian countries. The journal of Mrs. Allen shows that she humbly and diligently examined herself; that she made it her business to grow in holiness; that she carried on the warfare with sin vigorously; and that she had such a familiar acquaintance with her own heart, and with the difficulties and comforts of a Christian life, as constitutes a distinct, palpable Christian experience. On the 8th of December, 1823, she writes "Grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." This is a positive command of the inspired My most sanguine hopes are now realised. volume: I select it as suitable for meditaI have abundant testimony in proof of the tion to-day, as it completes a year since I happy change, and though deprived of the publicly took the covenant of God upon me. privilege of being a personal witness, yet II desire to put the question to my heart and do rejoice, yea and will rejoice in the conscience, what advances in the divine life glorious event. Shall the angels of God | have I made during this year? The Lord |