https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/ac62e32928f529bfc3fe876eeb68c196.pdf 7a59b0749c56c85d1fc2bde66d14a8cd PDF Text Text P .2. Minutes of the Prudential Meetings of the Mission Family At a Meeting of the brethren composing the Mission to [p.l] the Sandwich Islands, on board the Brig Thaddeus, November 16, 1819, - Rev. Asa Thurston was chosen Chairman and Elisha Loomis Clerk Voted - That Capt. Daniel Chamberlain and Dr* Thomas Holman be a Committee to oversee the affairs of George P. » Tamoree. That the domestic concerns and Provisions of the Mission Family be committed to the care of Capt* Chamberlain, and that brothers Samuel Whitney and Samuel Ruggles be his Assistants. That the Medical Stores be committed to the care of Doct. Thomas Holman. That at our Meals all the Members of the Mission be present, if convenient, and take their seats in order; that a blessing be asked before the family is served;- and that no member leave the table until thanks are returned, except by leave of the Captain. [p.2] That the brethren of the Mission meet once a week for prudential purposes. - Adjourned. Nov.24. The brethren met according to agreement, and chose brother Bingham Chairman. The subject of Studies, to be pursued by the Missionaries during the voyage, was discussed. Conversation was also had respecting the administration of the Sacrament, but no vote was taken. �[1819-1820] p. 3 Nov.26,1819. At a Meeting of the brethren, It was voted that the Spirituous liquor, necessary for Thomas Hopoo, John Honoree, and William Tennooe be kept by brother Whitney, to be given to the above named persons, according to the direction of Dr. Holman. It is understood that the White Wine, divided among the members of the Mission, be only used as a Medicine The clothing for T. Hopoo, J. Honoree, and Wm Tennooe is to be kept by brother Whitaey, who shall distribute to them according to their necessities, and keep an account of the articles distributed. Dec.15,1819. Resolved That each member of the Mission be supplied with a dish and spoon which they are to keep in their posses­ sion." Resolved, That such of the brethern and sisters as chose have tea in the morning,instead of coffee, if it shall meet the approbation of Capt. Blanchard and that water gruel be made for those who wish, for supper. December 22, 1819. Resolved That It is expedient to observe the anniversary of the birth of our Saviour. [p.3] That Brothers Bingham, and Thurston be a committee to make arrangements for the celebration, and that they report in what manner the day bhall be observed. March 15,1820. Voted That the brethero^of the Mission be a Committee to sketch by-laws to be adopted and observed by this community. Several subjects partially discussed, and the meeting adjourned March 23,1820. The following by-laws having been under consideration for some time, were adopted this evenings the That Property furnished by the Christian public, either �[1820] P*4 in money or other articles of any kind, for the purposes of the Mission shall be at the disposal of the members jointly and subject to their vote. (In P. 6 [of Instructions]) The property acquired by the members jointly or by indi­ viduals of the body either by grant, barter, or earnings shall also be subject to the disposal of the members Jointly. (In p 6) The property thus furnished or acquired, either divided or undivided, shall be devoted to the general purposes of the mission, according to the tenor of our Instructions from the A. B. Com. F. M. and according to our own regulations, not incompatible with those instructions. (In Page 6) No member of this mission shall be entitled to use or allowed to appropriate such property divided or undivided, in bying [sic], selling, giving, or consuming, etc. in any manner incompatible with our general Instructions, or contrary to the voice of a majority of the members. (In Pages 6 & 7). Should any member withdraw from the service of the AmerBoard, or abandon the mission, or without material consent separate himself from the community, or for heresy or middemeanor be cut off from this church, he shall be considered, of course, as forfeiting all right to the patronage of the Board, and to the property of this community; - and that the holy cause may not suffer or be embarrassed by loss of property In such cases, r * if he shall have received a dividend of the property furnished by the Christian public, or acquired while under the patronage of the Board, he shall be bound to restore that dividend to the common stock, to be again at the disposal of the community. (In P. 3 and 5.) Should any member of this Mission persist in violating �[1820] P« 5 the regulations of the Prudential Committee, or the rules adopted by this body, such violation shall be considered as uncharitable, insubordination to rightful direction, and suf­ ficient ground for Christian Discipline. [p.5] (In P.5.) Should it be thought advisable by this body that one or more of the members should be separate from the rest, in order more happily or effectually to secure the benevolent object of our mission, such person, or persons, whether separated at their own request, by the consent of the mission, or by nomin­ ation or ballot, shall be subject to the same general rules, as to support and labor, and the application of property and talents, and receive his proper dividend from the common stock. No member shall be allowed to make a bargain, to bind his brethern,^without their consent; but a Com. may be appointed, with discretionary powers to buy and sell for the community. March 29,1820. Brother T. in the Chair. Resolved, That a Committee be appointed to purchase of the natives of Owhyhee, such articles as may be thought desirable and to do what trading is necessary. Resolved, That b'rother Chamberlain of our company and Mr. Honneywell of the Thaddeus be a Committee for this purpose. Kirooah bay, April 11, 1820. Voted that it is expedient that a part of our mission reside at this place. Voted that Rev. Mr. Thurston and Dr. Holman with their wives and Thomas Hopoo, and William Tennooe be left at this place. �r [1820] [p.6] p. 6 Village of Hanaroora, Woahoo, July 1st,1820. The branch of the Sandwich Mission established at this place met at the house of brother Bingham and resolved to send one of the members to Kirooah in Owhyhee to consult with the Missionaries at that place as to the expediency of making an establishment at Atooi and to transact other business. Brother Whitney was designated for this purpose. July 18th, 1820. < \ The brethern^met and after looking to God in prayer for direction passed the following resolutions; Resolved, That we deem it expedient to comply with the request of Tamoree and Homehome,.and to take a station at Atooi. Resolved, That we deem it expedient that brothers Whitney and Ruggles, with their wives, should shortly proceed thither end occupy it. Resolved, That we deem it expedient to comply with the request of Crymokee, and to send a teacher to Toeigh. Resolved, That brother Loomis, be designated to proceed thither as soon as it shall be convenient. July 22, 1820. [p.7] The brethern^met to consider the case of William Tennooe who by disorderly and wicked conduct had brought reproach upon the holy c&w&e of Missions. After effectionately admonishing the said William Tennooe and hearing from his own mouth his determination to continue in his present course of sin, the following resolution was unanimously adooted: Resolved, That William Tennooe be excommunicated from this Church. �[1831] [p.8] Monday, March 14th, 1831. St the request of Mr. Shepard, the brethern <6f the station at Honolulu met to take Into consideration his duty in reference to his health; and adopted the following resolution: Resolved, that while we regret to lose the important services of Mr. Shepard in the printing department, even for a little season, still in consideration of the affection of his lungs, and the apprehension that the trade winds and dust of Honolulu plains will be unfavorable to his cough, we there­ fore recommend, that he feel himself entirely relieved from the care of the office, and that he seek a more favorable [p.9] atmosphere at Lahaina, or Kailua as shall/ appear most desir- [p.9] able to himself; and that he simply hold himself at the dis­ posal of an alwise providence, and wait the intimation of the sovereign and adorable will of our gracious Redeemer, who directs all our affairs in Infinite goodness. The brethern present and who adopted the above resolution were the following! H. Bingham, E. W. Clark, G. P. Judd, Levi Chamberlain. Friday, March 18th, 1831. The brethern.of the station A viz: Messrs. Bingham, Clark, Judd, Shepard and Chamberlain met for the purpose of appointing one or more of their number to [P.10] take charge of for the present of the business of/ printing [p.10] and other business of the office instead of Mr. Shepard whose health is such as to require a suspension of his labors in that department. Voted that Mr. Clark take the oversight of the printing and that Dr. Judd take the oversight of the books. �[1831] p .8 M Honolulu, May 18, 1831. The brethern^of this station viz: Messrs. Bingham, Clark, Judd, Shepard and Chamberlain together with Mr. Whitney of the station at Kauai, met to consult as to the expediency of altering the place and times of the General Meeting, in consequence of information received from the Corresponding Secretary, of the intention of the Board to reenforce this Mission by additional helpers, whose arrival at the islands may be expected sometime in the course of this month; and recommended that the meeting be held at this place instead of Lahaina, and the time be as early in the month of June as possible. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sandwich Islands Mission Meeting Minutes Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sandwich Islands Mission Meeting Minutes - Prudential Meetings of the Mission Family - 1819-1820 and 1831 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1819, 1820, 1831