thought that when they had killed David they would come over into the yard and plunder us. In this our critical situation we endeavoured to cast our care on Him who has said, "Lo! I am with you always, even unto the end of the world." While we were endeavouring to lift our hearts to God, who has said, that those who trust in him shall never be confounded, we heard the report of a musket in front of the house. Opening the door I saw Te Pooe coming towards the house, and by the appearance of the smoke could perceive the musket had been discharged over the heads of those who were quarrelling at the gate. At first we did not know his intention, but our minds were soon much relieved by the appearance of his countenance. He had not been within doors long before the clamour almost ceased, and the lad came into the yard as if delivered from death. During Te Poce's stay, he asked when Mr. Turner's bed would go round to the Bay, and said his heart was very bad, because he thought we should all go away, and then the boxes would all go with us. Though I could not help thinking it probable that we should have to leave, I ventured to tell him that the boxes would not go. This I said, being persuaded that if we do leave, it must be secretly, leaving every thing behind us, otherwise we shall lose our lives in attempting to save them. He said that King Charley, a native of the Bay of Islands, who some time ago went to England, wished him to stop Mr. White's things, which they said were going with Mr. Turner's last night in the boat. He said also, that the abovementioned Chief wished them to take the stolen boat round to the Bay, promising, if the natives of our settlement would row it round to the Bay, he would man the boat with his people and go to some ship in the Bay and sell it for two muskets. I think they have not the slightest idea of our flying to save our lives, and leaving the property behiad. Therefore, when he said, his heart was sick, because all the boxes would go, I told him, if we should continue perhaps they would murder us all. "No! no!" said he, "Shungee has said, Do not hurt the white people.'

3d.-Sunday. This afternoon KeaRoa, one of the most sensible natives in the valley, came aud wished to converse with me. Calling his attention to the subject of the stolen boat, he said, several natives had taken it round to sell it in the Bay of Islands. 1 lamented to him their imprudence and ignorance in so doing. "O, no!" said he, "they

are not ignorant; King Charley will man the boat and take it to a ship, and nothing will happen." "Well," said I," some of them may lose their lives." "Ah!" said he, "but if they do, all the Missionaries at the Bay of Islands, together with yourselves, will die as a satisfaction for his life." "But," said I, "have we done you any evil since we have been here that you should fall on

us ?"

"It may proceed," he replied, "from their evil hearts."

5th.-Last night Mr. White arrived from the Bay of Islands in our boat. After taking some refreshment we retired to his room, and conversed on the state of our affairs. Mr. White was of opinion that another boat-load of things might be conveyed to the Bay of Islands without any particular danger. Some time ago George told Mr. White that he had heard his people talking about getting the assistance of two native tribes from the northward to go to the Bay of Islands, and kill the wives and children of Shungee's fighting men, now away with him upon a war-expedition at Kí-pà-râ. The probability of such a step appears very great, provided we should all leave the station and go to the Church Missionary Brethren at the Bay. This also might place them in more danger than we are in ourselves at present. These considerations induced me to remain with Brother James Stack, while Mr. White took another boat-load of things round, and mentioned these matters to the Brethren for their consideration. Nothing else would have induced me to continue in our present situation, though the risk of losing our lives in endeavouring to get away appeared to be very considerable. This morning, about niue o'clock, Mr. White set off to the Bay.

6th. This evening Mr. Turner arrived from the Kiddee-Kiddee. He states that the Church Missionary Brethren, who had assembled at that place to hold their Quarterly Meeting, took our affairs into consideration again, in order to ascertain whether any thing had occurred to alter their opinion as to our quitting our place. After discussing the subject the whole of the afternoon, they all declared it to be their decided opinion that we ought to remove from our station as soon as possible, and get as many of the things away as we could. Mr. Turner, Mr. Stack, and myself, spent much time in considering the arguments for and against this proceeding, but did not think proper to conclude the business until Mr. White should return from the Bay.

7th. The friends at the Bay of Islands have nearly consumed their provisions, and have been reduced to the necessity of buying some flour from shipping in the Bay, but find it so bad they can scarcely eat it. As it appears likely that we shall all remove to the Bay, it is very desirable that we should have some of our provisions got round if possible before we leave.

8th.--To-day Brother White came from the Bay of Islands in the boat. The Chief named King Charley, who has been connected with our natives in getting the stolen boat round to the Bay, to sell it for them, has not yet given it up to Captain Edwards, who is now on board the Pocklington, a vessel lying there, belonging to the same owners as the Mercury. This Chief, a daringly impudent fellow, was once shot at by an American Captain, and severely wounded. He now goes rowing about the Bay amongst the vessels, with the boat, wishing them to give him two muskets for it. A boat's crew have already pursued him in order to take away the boat; but they could not overtake him. The probability is, that King Charley will get shot by some of the Europeans whom he is now aggravating, and this places us under apprehension of personal danger, as the natives have already told us, that, should he get shot, we, together with the Missionaries at the Bay of Islands, shall be destroyed, as a satisfation for the life of this Chief; and we believe our natives in their presen: state are capable of doing any thing. In consequence of these things, and for the reasons urged by the Church Missionary Brethren, it was resolved that the Station should be given up. It was, however, afterwards agreed that, as the schooner Endeavour, from Sydney, would most likely come into our harhour, we would wait a little longer, and in that time she might probably arrive, and we might be instrumental in saving her from total destruction by the natives, which would probably occur should we now leave the place. It then appeared proper to take our boat round again to the Bay with a cask of flour and a cask of pork. It was therefore agreed that Mr. White and I should go round in the boat, and take as many things as we could to Mr. William's settlement, and afterwards proceed up to the Kiddee-Kiddee.

9th. This morning, at day-break, we set off with an intention to prosecute our voyage. Soon after we got outside of the harbour a light breeze sprung up, which gradually increased in

strength until seven or eight o'clock in the evening, when it died away, after a heavy shower of rain. This breeze, which was quite fair for our passage to the Bay, a distance of thirty-five miles, carried us pleasantly along with grateful hearts, though our bark was heavy laden, until we arrived at the entrance of the Bay, which was by three o'clock in the afternoon. The wind which had brought us so pleasantly to the Heads was now off the laud, and therefore nearly ahead of us, when we altered our course to cross the Bay for Mr. Williams's settlement, which was about ten miles distant. We were therefore obliged to sail as close by the wind as possible, and, had we not been so heavy laden, should have succeeded well in crossing the Bay; but when we came to the broadest part of it, the sea had risen so much, that the boat, being too heavy laden forward, began to take in almost every wave that came. She had now taken in a considerable quantity of water, but was soon cleared again by the dexterity of one of the natives with a large iron pot, while another of them went forward and sat down to cry, giving up all for lost. Being not far from a prominent point of land, we scudded behind it, and landed in safety, grateful to God our beavenly Father for having brought us so far on our voyage without any particular misfortune. Brother White had already been out two nights without any sleep, except a few short naps in the boat. He had also previously burnt his hand considerably, which, in consequence of the cold, now became very painful. In this state of indisposition, Brother White agreed to cross a neck of land, and, if possible, to get a canoe to take him to Mr. Williams's settlement, should the wind die away in the evening.

When Mr. White left us, the natives and I erected, in the best way that our circumstances would admit, a small hut, by means of some sticks and one of the boat-sails, to shelter us during the night from the violence of the weather. Through the care of a gracious Providence, I slept in comfort till three o'clock in the morning, and took no cold from the rain which had fallen in torrents upon our little canopy during the night.

10th, hali-past three in the morning. -Though we expected when we left home to get to Mr. Williams's yesterday, yet we find ourselves detained by the providence of God until the present

time.

At seven o'clock this morning we ar

quiet, and we have been undisturbed by them. I have not been well, and corroding fears would haunt my breast; but I strive against them.

I found my mind much relieved by talking to Brother Stack on the gracious superintending providence of our heavenly Father. Towards evening we paid the natives another visit.

13th. About noon Te Pooe came to see us, and was in very good humour. Among other things, he told us that the natives all said, that my body only was now left in New-Zealand, for my spirit was gone in the vessel to Port Jackson, and that Mr. White's was gone to Eng land. I spent the afternoon amongst the natives, most of whom, men as well as boys, were employed in flying kites.

About five, P. M., our two brethren returned, for which I was truly thankful. We spent much time again this evening in talking about the important subject of remaining at or leaving the Station.

14th. I left Wangaroa for the KiddeeKiddee, accompanied by Mr. Hobbs and the natives, who were going with him to fetch the boat round. We had also seven natives, who accompanied us to carry potatoes for me and my family. It was late before we arrived, for our loaded natives travelled but slowly. I found all well, for which I was thankful. My partner was equally thankful, for her mind had been dreadfully harassed.

15th. I walked to Pibea, where I arrived about three, P. M., and was gladly received by Mr. Williams and the other friends there. The principal object of my going was to look after some articles which had been wet in the boat when taken round. I spent the evening very profitably with the kind friends.

Sunday, 17th.-Mr. Clarke preached us a profitable serinon this morning from the second Psalm, "Kiss the Son," &c. In the afternoon I accompanied Mr. Kemp to a native village, between two and three miles from the settlement. We had but a few to talk with, and they were very inattentive.

This afternoon two of our boys arrived with a note from Brother White, informing me that George, our Head Chief, died about ten o'clock last evening. What will be the result of his death in reference to us we cannot say. The note states that report says, that the Natepo tribe from the Heads will come up and plunder us, but that our own people are very peaceable at pre

sent.

For the particulars connected with

the death of George, I refer you to the journals of my brethren.

[We select, to fill up this chasm in Mr. Turner's communication, the following passages from a copious journal transmitted by Mr. Stack, the Assistant to the Mission.

Sunday, 17th April, 1825.-This evening Mr. Hobbs accompanied Mr. White to see George. They found him in a very low state indeed, almost reduced to a skeleton; they were both of an opinion that he would soon die. Ika's mother (a native boy who lives with us) requested him this evening to come home, as it is reported that George will die to night, and that he and the other native boys who live with us may be killed.

At seven o'clock in the evening, a great cry was set up. Our boys, who had just been telling us their fears for themselves and us, in case George died, rushed out of the door, and finding that the Chief was dead, they set off at full speed from our house to hide themselves at the native village. About half an hour after this, a louder cry was set up, when we all went to the door to listen. Just as we had got on the outside, some natives appeared to be running up the road towards the house. We walked hastily up the bank, got on the outside the yard gate, locked it, and walked gently up the hill, a few yards from the house, to listen whether they would attack it or not. Here we stood for a considerable time, apprehending that every moment might be our last. No human eye beheld our situation, but His eye was upon us who never forsakes his people.

Finding, at length, that no attack was made upon the house, our fears in a great measure subsided, and we ventured back to our dwelling.

We prepared, however, for flight, for it was doubtful whether, if we remained till daylight we should not lose perhaps our last opportunity of escape.

We again went upon the bank to listen to what we could hear going forward amongst the natives, who had by this time removed George's body to the Wahi tapee, or sacred ground. Here George's brother was making a great noise, but we could not collect his meaning.

Two natives, in passing to the corpse, called at our gate, and promised, wheu they returned, to call again. About twelve o'clock, P.M., as we were about to retire to rest, the two natives came, according to promise, and told us George was really dead, and that old Tepuhee

wished two of us to take a light and go to him to the Wahi tapee. Brother White went alone, and soon returned, having experienced quite a kind reception; and from the natives' conduct it would appear, unless they are attempting to deceive us, that they wish us not to fear any bad consequences from George's death, as they are well acquainted with what was said before he died. We retired to rest after midnight, and enjoyed on the whole a good night's repose. Blessed be God our protector.

The Brethren afterwards learned,

that it had been a matter of debate among the natives, on this anxious night, whether the Mission premises should be attacked; but that Tepuhee, and some others, had resisted it.]

19th.-Accompanied by three native boys, I walked over to Wangaroa, where I arrived a little before night. Various were my feelings while on the way to our Settlement, not knowing but my friends might already have fallen victims in consequence of the death of our Chief, and that I might be murdered as soon as I arrived. The boys who accompanied me had similar apprehensions; for, more than once, they proposed to me that I should remain behind in the bush, and they would go first, and then return to inform me how matters were. But, thank the Lord, I found the Brethren well, and all as yet peaceable around them.

21st. I was out amongst our people yesterday all appeared friendly and glad to see me. I wanted to go upon the Pa to see the remains of poor George, but could not obtain permission. They told me I was come too late, as he was now quite sacred. Their superstitions would not allow them to grant my request, for which they manifested some concern.

22d. A report has arrived to-day that the natives, or rather a tribe of natives, from Shukeanga, are coming here, and intend to plunder us.

May 5th.-We arrived at the KiddeeKiddee about five, A. M., after a very cold and heavy pull, the wind being dead against us. I found my wife safely delivered of a son, and both doing as well as could be desired.

In coming up the river, carnal reasoning and unbelief had filled my mind with gloomy apprehensions; but the event served to show me my need of stronger confidence in God. O when shall I learn to trust in Him with all my heart, aud at all times!

6th.-A messenger arrived from Wangaroa, bringing a very pleasing letter

from the Brethren, in which they unite in praising God for his great goodness to us. The tribe from Shukeanga are there, but all peaceable. This is new cause for gratitude. Another messenger has arrived from Kai-Para, bringing tidings that Shunghee and his tribes are not able to stand before their enemies, and that several of their principal Chiefs have fallen. But no dependance can be placed upon their statements. Many more out of the Bay of Islands are going to join them, that they may prove victorious. Important consequences seem to be suspended on the issue of this battle. May I be prepared for every event.

19th. I walked over to Wangaroa, and was gladly received by the Brethren, whom I found in health, and diligently studying the language; in which department of their work they are making considerable progress.

22d. (Sunday.)-I preached to my brethren this morning from John iii. 19; a solemn and profitable season. In the afternoon I accompanied the Brethren White and Hobbs to the villages, where we had a good deal of conversation with the natives on different subjects. All now manifest a peaceful disposition towards us. Yesterday a report was brought by the natives that three ships had arrived at the Bay of Islands. Some fear is manifested by our people lest these vessels should come round to Wangaroa and kill them.

23d.-I returned to my family, and found them all well. I expected to have found letters on my arrival, but in this I was disappointed, for no vessels have come in.

June 4th.-Yesterday and to-day I have been assisting Mr. Kemp in getting in his wheat. This afternoon Brother White arrived, and brings the pleasing intelligence that all is well at home.

5th. (Sunday.)-This morning a considerable number of natives attended at the church or chapel, principally strangers from Waicato, a place near the River Thames. Brother White spoke to them with considerable freedom and clearness, and part of the time they listened with attention.

19th. (Sunday.) While at family worship this morning the tribe at Rangahoo arrived here on their way home from the fight at Hai-para. 1 accompanied Messrs. Clarke and Kemp to visit them. Their principal Chief, Ware Porah, had got his armi broken by a musket ball. The ball had entered just below the shoulder, and was lodged in the arm-pit. He informed us of several of their principal men who were