Middletown, Washington county, Pa. I soon learned that among the pupils at Pleasant Hill Seminary, Mr. Fisher enjoyed very little reputation for prudence or consistency of character. From observation in my daily intercourse with him, I was inclined to think that his indiscretions resulted from intellectual, rather than from moral disease; and looked upon him as unfortuuate, rather than faulty. In February, however, it was thought that the reputation of the church required his expulsion, unless he would give assurances of a speedy reformation. A meeting was appointed for the consideration of his case, at which he failed to attend. The charges preferred against him were substentially these:-First, a levity of conduct, and an obsceneness of conversation wholly incompatible with the Chris. tian profession; and second, an almost total disregard of the duties of the Lord's day. The writer of this note thought that Mr. Fisher had forgone all claim to the Christian fellow. ship of the congregation, and that the laws of Christ required, under all the circumstances of the case, his separation from the body. The church concurred, and he was expelled. Such are my recollections of a part of Mr. Fisher's religious career at Pleasant Hill Seminary. L. L. PINKERTON.

Now in Wellsburg, Va., May 9th, 1839.

But we have better testimony than even the unimpeachable testimony of Dr. Pinkerton, and the whole church at Pleasant Hill-better with Mr. Fisher, and better with Mr. Waller, because Mr. Fisher himself inquired for it. The name of Mr. Sloan is first on his list. Mr. Sloan, then, a teacher in the Academy at Pleasant Hill-a Presbyterian—a student of Theology, and now a Minister of the Presbyterian church. He thought that because Mr. Sloan was a Presbyterian, he might lean a little more towards a Baptist than towards a Disciple of Christ. But all Presbyterian ministers are not like Mr. Stiles, nor are all Baptist Editors like Mr. Waller. I rejoice to think there are hundreds of both Baptist and Presbyterian teachers and professors that would eschew such spirits and their deeds as they would the midnight assassin.

But we shall, without further ceremony, introduce that same Mr. Sloan, for whom Mr. Fisher inquires in his epistle:

MR. A. CAMPBELL:

FRANKFORT, May 11th, 1839.

Dear Sir-In compliance with your request, preferred by Mr. Matthew M'Keever, I will endeavor to give you a brief sketch of the history of T. J. Fisher during his residence at Pleasant Hill Seminary. The first place I ever saw Mr. Fisher was in the pulpit of the Methodist meeting-house in West Middletown. He preached on that occasion; and in his address advocated the distinguishing doctrines held by that society known by the name of Disciples, or Campbellites. A portion of his address might be called a critical exercise or Jecture, presenting a very learned exposition of a certain portion of the New Testament in the original text. I held an interview with him on the evening of the same day; and professing to have some knowledge of the Greek language, and, from Mr. Fisher's display in Middletown, supposing him to be a linguist, I was disposed to call in question some of his assertions respecting certain Greek words, an exposition of which he had given in his discourse. I soon discovered that he did not know a Greek letter. His conduct during his long stay with us, at the house of Mr. Matthew M'Keever, was inconsistent with the character of a preacher of truth and righteousness, which he then professed to be. His walk and conversation were not such as become the gospel of Christ. In the summer of the year 1830 I had the charge in (in connexion with Mrs. M'Keever) of Pleasant Hill Seminary. A congregation of Disciples met regularly in the Academy at that time. During the winter session of the same year Mr Fisher was a regular student of Pleasant Hill Seminary. He professed to be a member of the church of Disciples which met there. I understood that charges had been preferred by that church against him during the time he was a student of that Seminary, and finally expelled. In the same meeting-house in which Mr Fisher first proclaimed his sentiments as one of the society of Disciples, I also heard him make a public renunciation of his connexion with that community. In speaking of Mr. Alexander Campbell, he said he was a gentleman and had always treated him kindly; that he believed he was sincere in his adherence to the principles which he advocated; and all that he had to say of him was, that he was self-deceived, and as such he pitied him. Of the cause which you plead he spoke unfavorably, acknowledging that There were some good things connected with it; but, as a whole, it was a dangerous and rotten system.

Yours most respectfully,

JAMES SLOAN.

N. B. If Mr. Fisher should refer to me for his character, you may present him with this communication.

May I not, then, leave this matter with the community without farther witness or comment? If necessary, scores of such testimony could be obtained. The church at Pleasant Hill existed before Mr. Fisher went to the Seminary, and it exists to this day an independent community, as all our communities are, whose acts are regarded by all churches that know them as the acts of any other congregation in the community. I need only add, that the whole article in the Banner is a palpable evasion of my answer to Mr. Robinson. Not a word in my statement is even denied by Mr. Waller, except that Mr. Fisher is not Now a fellow-revivalist with Mr. Maffit. He does not say how long since the partnership was dissolved. He may be right; and I may be misinformed as to the day when the co-partnacy ceased; but that does not affect this matter in the least. And I assert that not one word of my statement concerning Fisher is denied by Waller, notwithstanding all his horrible defamations. This is the man who goes for metaphysical regeneration, and tells his Christian experience!

I am sorry to have to expose such unchristian conduct in any fellowmortal-much more in a Baptist Scribe; but my reputation is very dear to me, and of some value in this community, and it must be sustained. I am sorry to see that Mr. Fisher is not in the least reformed; and that instead of being grateful to me for the kindness I have shown him, and especially for the little that I have said about his character in comparison of what I could have said, he should dare to call my word in question. Surely he cannot think that I have forgotten all the meanness and unrighteousness of his course here about the time of his expulsion.

A. C.

News from the Churches.

Cincinnati, Ohio, February 8, 1839.

We have had reason of late to renew our thanks unto Him that dwells on high, that through his long suffering patience with the children of men, many hearts have been turned to seek the living and the true God, that they might find rest unto their souls.— Every day for a week past, some one, two, or more individuals have bowed in subiniesion to the King of kings and Lord of Lords. May they be strengthened in their good resolves, and may they find the arm of the Lord a sure arm in all the days of their pilgrimage! For they that put their trust in the Lord shall never be confounded: great peace have they who love his law, and nothing shall offend them. Seeing that we hasten towards the last days of our probationary existence here, the disciples in this city seem to have aroused themselves to greater watchfulness, meditation, and prayer-a watchfulness over their thoughts, words, and actions-a meditation on the revealed will of the Highest, that they might conform themselves thereto-and to prayer, nothing doubting, but that the Lord will hear and answer and undertake for us, in our warfare against the impenitence and darkness of the age. May these things tend to stir up the brethren in your vicinity, and may the numbers of the faithful and valiant every where increase! EDWARD B. HOWELLS.

Crawfordsville, Ten., January 25, 1839. The good cause is still progressing, about forty-five having been added to our congrega tion during the last year, during which time we have had no stated preaching. We num ber now about one hundred and seventy, generally living disciples. We never fail to meet on the first day of every week to attend to the institutions of the Lord's house. May all Christian congregations live according to the discipline of the Divine Redeemer, that the beauties of the gospel may be exhibited to the conviction of all beholders. FRANCIS MILLER.

Georgetown, Kentucky, February 7, 1839. I have recovered sufficiently from the sciatic attack to go to Mount Vernon and hold a four days' meeting. Brother Parker, formerly a Baptist preacher, was with me on Friday and Saturday. He is a sound man and a good speaker, and I think he will do much good if he persevere, which there is not the least cause to doubt. Brother Pinkerton, whom you know, was with me all the time: and after brother Parker left, I made him speak all, and I exhortod. We obtained six additions, two of them were of the congregation formerly attended to by Dr. Fishback, and two were Baptists: all were worthy persons. The prospects are fine for increase. This is the second meeting in the meeting-house since our brethren succeeded, and we have had eight additions. I must say, that brother Pinkerton fills my eye. He is destined to do much good if he lives. I could sit and listen to him all the tinie. I bless the Lord that we have such young men in the ranks to fill the places of older men who are growing out of date.

J. T. JOHNSON. Oeorgetown, Kentucky, February 28, 1839.

I have just reached home with our worthy young brother Pinkerton, from a tour of about twelve days, including the 3d and 4th Lord's days in this month. We spent, at the start, Thursday and Friday at Shelbyville, brother William Morton being with us all the time, where we gained eight valuable additions, three of whom were Baptists.

On Saturday morning we proceeded to Chinnoweth's Run, in Jefferson county, within three miles of Jeffersontown, 12 miles from Louisville, à part of the field of brother Pinkerton's labors, where Mr. Stiles had, a few days previously assailed us with his accustomed vehemence and recklessness. Our labors were confined to those places and their vicinities for nine days, with the exception of three efforts at Middletown, four miles distant from Jeffersontown During that time forty-nine valuable additions were made to this glorious cause at the two first named places, and three at the latter; which makes sixty in twelve days. What a glorious triumph of the gospel! Prospects were still brilliant, but prior indispensable engagements called us home.

Brother G. Gates was with us on Saturday night and fourth Lord's day; and we left him there on Monday morning to make another effort. May the Lord bless and preserve you many years; and may your efforts be abundantly blessed until you shall be called J. T. JOHNSON. home from the field of battle.

May's Lick, Kentucky, December 3, 1838.

We have just closed an interesting meeting here, brother John Allen Gano and R. C. Ricketts being the speakers. Three were added by the confession of their faith and immersion, and two who had previously obeyed the Lord. The good cause we think is still gaining in this section, notwithstanding all opposition. Greater is He who is the author of the gospel, and who is with them who plead for and obey the truth, than all who oppose it. Blessed be the name of the Lord! Let us take courage and press on. ASA R. RUNYAN. Gosport, Indiana, January 22, 1839. The brethren in this state are now deliberating upon this propriety of holding a general meeting at Indianapolis, to commence on Friday before the 2d Lord's day in June next. The desire of the brethren is, that brother A. Campbell would attend this meeting. Can you come? Will you come, brother Campbell? The design of this meeting is similar to that of your meetings on the Western Reserve, called "The School of the Preachers;" but when the matter is determined I will address you again. The cause of Messiah is We have immersed about one hundred rapidly advancing in some parts of this state. persons in Owen county since September last. I have just heard that brother J. M.Vay has immersed seventy in Danville, Ia., since November last. Praised be the Lord! The Presbyterians have refused Dr. Wiley their pulpit, as I am informed by a member. J. M. MATHES.

Millersburg, Vallaway county, Missouri, December le, 1838 The cause of truth is still on the advance in this quarter. About twenty have been added to the Millersburg church during the year, which has nearly closed. Brethren Jones and Jacob Coons, with myself, held a two days' meeting, including the third Lord's day in last month, on the Nine Mile Prairie. Five made the good confession; and notwithstanding the weather was very cold and the ice upwards of two inches thick, three had sufficient moral courage to induce them to be immersed. Brother Jones had meeting again at the saine place on the first Lord's day in this month, when three or four others Brother Jacob Coons has meeting niade the good confession, and some were immersed in the neighborhood to day, and we hope he will have good success; but probably more on JOSEPH COONS. this subject hereafter. Colemansville, January 20, 1839.

The church in this vicinity is attended by brother John Pope-numbers seventy-five members constituted on the 31st Feqruary, 1832-ten additions during last sunimerprospects good-sectarianism on the wane, and of course but little persecution. May the Lord increase ur number of Christian proclaimers, as we suffer very much for want of them. If you should ever come this way again, please give us a passing call, and let me know when a few days beforehand. Situation fifty miles south of Cincinnati, on the road SOLOMON C. PERRIN. to Paris, Ky.

Bedford, Cuyahoga county, Ohio, January 9, 1839. The church in this place, previous to August, 1837, had been for some time laboring under unpropitioas circumstances, insomuch that at that time there were less than thirty members belonging to the church, and only six of them male members; and, in my ab sense, but one who took any part in public meetings; and he, though a very good man, but little gifted in speech. Yet they continued faithfully to meet on the first day of every week, and to attend to the institutions of the Lord's house, and the Lord has abundantly rewarded them for their faithfulness. On the 3d Lord's day of that month I had the pleasure of waiting upon brother Jesse Robison and a sister while they put on the Lord. Since which time more than sixty have been added to us by immersion, eight or ten from the sects around us, and a number hy letter; so that we now number one hundred.

Brother Robison has become a public speaker, and has labored some abroad. and several of the brethren are in the habit of teaching their neighbors in public, and many more from house to house.

On Sunday, the 11th of November, of last year, sister Willis, formerly of the Baptists, the lady who built a meeting-house some years since, at her own expense, united with us; and the same evening an adopted daughter of hers obeyed the Lord, and the next day eve her own daughter obeyed. Thus did the Lord pour out a blessing upon her at once. The same day brother Robison was blessed of the Lord in beholding his motlier, formerly a Presbyterian, put on the Lord in baptisin, with two others; nd if we all continue to walk humbly before God in the love of Jesus, and of one another, we shall be blessed still more; which is the prayer of yours in the Lord, J. M. MOSS. Pembroke, Genesee county, New York, December 11, 1838. Brother J. J. Moss and my self have just closed nieetings at Clarence and Williamsville, Erie county, this and the preceding week; at which places nine persons were persuaded to obey the Lord in "the things that were appointed for them to do."

A. P JONES.

New York City, May 15, 1839.

I am happy to inform you that we are in a very prosperous state in Lawrens street. We have had nearly forty additions, chiefly by immersion, since January last. Blessed be the Lord for his goodness! I have sent you an essay written by one of our members, James Farquherson, from London. Will you give it a place in the Harbinger when you have room? Let me have a long letter from you, if you can spare time. A number of tae brethren are anxious to know if you are going to England this season.† Let me know. D. MONRO.

M Coupin county, Illinois, April 29, 1839.

I attended a meeting on the South Fork of Sangamon river, in Sangamon county, in company with brother Walter Bowles, on the 2d Lord's day in March, which continued till Tuesday following. Eleven bowed to the King's authority. On the 4th Lord's day in the same month four more were added by immersion, and the brethren rejoiced in the Lord. There are eleven congregations in Sangamon county; one at Springfield; one 14 miles to the south of that, on Lick creek; one at Athens, 14 miles north-west of Springfield; one on the Lake Fork of Salt creek, north-east of Springfield; one on Contral's creek; one on Wolf Creek; one at Sugar Grove; one on the South Fork of Sangamon river; one at Germany, five miles west of Springfield; one at Island Grove, and one at Chany's Grove. We give this information that the brethren travelling through this state nay know where to find us and visit us on their journey.

ROBERT FOSTER. Georgetown, Kentucky, May 2, 1839. On Tuesday last I reached home from a tour of sixteen days at New Albany and Charleston in Indiana. At the former place I spent nine days, and had the pleasure of gaining thirty accessions to the good cause of our Lord. Brother Brown came for me on Lord's day evening from Charleston, where he had delivered several addresses, and on Monday morning we repaired to the field of battle. The congregation was in waiting when we reached the house, and I was much elated at appearances. We commenced one of the in ost interesting meetings of modern days. Within seven days we gained seventy seven additious to the cause of Heaven and of Heaven's King. It was a most glorious victory. The prospects were good for as many more; but I was compelled to return home to my family and to meet the Trustees of our College.

The Trustees of the College have had a meeting which closed to-day. They have loca ted the College at Harrodsburg, inasmuch as they made the most liberal offer for it. One hundred scholarships have been obtained, with ten thousand dollars to erect buildings, &c. I shall still labor for its success: but I expect to spend my days in Georgetown. May the Lord bless our efforts to sustain it! J. T. JOHNSON.

Evergreen, South Carolina, April 18, 1839. The opposition of the Baptists is increasing. I learned a few days since that brother Henry, of Barnwell District, has been excluded for breaking bread with the Disciples at Erwinton. The same church had commenced dealing (as they call their mock trials) with sister Evans for the same conduct. It is perfectly astonishing to what lengths an un*I will. I cannot go this year.

righteous opposition will cause some to go who profess to love the truth. The Baptist church in the neighborhood of Captain Bush has excluded two of its members for saying that, as far as they had examined our views, they could not object to them, and that the Bible alone was their only guide in matters of Christian faith and manners This I believe I mentioned in my last. Since that, the same church has manifested its abhorrence of the 'Bible alone doctrine' in a most ridiculous manner. The members have actually excom municated thetr MEETING-HOUSE That building was as guilty as the members they excluded. But you may ask, How did it offend? It said nothing; but it did not fall and crush your brethren E A. S. and J. M. B, who, at the invitation of those who had an acknowledged right to use it, preached in it to the people who assembled. They did not examine its walls to discover whether or not any moral leprosy adhered to them. Please tell the American, English, Scotch, Irish, and Canadian readers of the Millennial Barbin ger, that the Regular Baptist Union church has most irregularly become divided on the subject of baptism, and not only excluded two of its members for believing in Christian immersion, but have really excommunicated their meeting-house, and now hold their eetings under an arbor in the woods. Perhaps I ought to mention that the Rev. Mr. Ardis has been at the head of all these proceedings. He declared that he never would enter the pulpit again if we preached from it, and two of his brethren then vowed that they never would enter the house again if we desecrated it by our use of it. And as pine trees are more abundant than such enlightened and pious souls, the church concluded that it would be wiser to give up the house than these members. However, we have, by this new movement, a house without building one-so you will not be compelled to preach in a cold and open piazza in that vicinity when you next visit South Carolina. But I will not trouble you further at present than to remark, that the truth is making some headway in our state, and that the time is not far distant when a general burst of honest indignation at the conduct of the clergy will bring those men to their senses.

J. M. BARNES.

Lexington, Kentucky, May 4, 1839. Brother Johnson is now with us, and will probably remain for some days. The pros pects are good for many additions. Five have confessed within a few days, and two received by letter.

I take a pleasure in informing you that our difficulties have been amicably settled by the adoption of your preamble and two first resolutions, and the change we proposed in the third, so as to require the minority to submit to the majority of the congregation present. I do not anticipate any further difficulty, as those brethren who left us seem fully convinced of the impropriety of their course. J.G. CHINN.

Cold Brook, Warren county, Illinois, February 25, 1838. The congregation here numbers more than two hundred members. We are at peace among ourselves, meet every Lord's day to break bread, contribute as the Lord has pros pered us, and attend to all the forms of worship. We have during the present winter received more than thirty accessions. During the last six months we have made con siderable advances in peace among ourselves-and holiness, without which, an Apostle says, na man shall see the Lord. The brethren have it contemplation to form two more churches out of the present one.

Sometime in October last an individual came among us who has caused us much frouble. He calls himself Scuyler R. Milton; but we believe him to be Spencer K. Millen, who has been recently published as an impostor. He came from the same congregation in Indiana to which the brethren belong who published the advertisement in the January number of the Millennial Harbinger. He came well recommended, and joined our con gregation. We believe here that he is the identical S. K. Milton, and that he has been guilty of the basest concuct in Indiana, and that he is guilty of forgery here in several instances. He possesses the most consummate impudence, and is an adept in the tactics of deception. We have taken means to trace him out and publish his meandering to the world from the beginning of his deceptions.

Brother Campbell, if you are in possession of any facts that will throw any light on this perplexing subject, do let us have them immediately. If you are acquainted personally with Dr. S K. Milton, please give me a minute description of his person. If he is the Individual that is here, he presents a very singular appearance, and will be easily de scribed. I hope you can find leisure enough to attend to this matter. The causes suffering greatly on account of him. We wish fully to become acquainted with his history in order that we may set the matter to rest, and render it impossible for him to impose on the brethren any where. May the good Lord protect us against all imposition, and preserve us from all evil!

J. B. REYNOLE.

The cause of reformation still advances in England. Brother Davis, of Nottingham, has had printed one or two editions of the New version. To this magnanimous and generous disciple of Christ I am indebted for a very rich and acceptable present-a copy of "The

* I am not so well acquainted with Milton as to describe him better than you have done. I have no doubt he is a base impostor. He collected a considerable sum of money for me, and pretended that he lost it. I have heard of him practising similar frauds. H ought to be accurately described..

A. C.