143 10 11779 https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/6325cc5e4ad845100bc15c5df673f860.pdf c50b2274dd4c96060de536c4797c8fec PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 15 Volume "XV • October 27, 1830 ~ November 1, 1831 • Wednesday Octr. 27 1830. The Packet arrived from Lahaina this morning sent down by Mr. Richards to convey Dr. Judd & family thither, his services being required for the expected confinement of Mrs. Richards, Green & Andrews. This forenoon Cap. Taylor of the brig Griffon conducted to the missn. establishment a company of Kigahna indians whom he had brought from the N. W. C. Several of them were persons with whom Mr. Green during his late tour had formed an acquaintance. For one of them, a man by the name of Cowe, he had formed quite an attachment. We expressed our satisfaction in having an opportunity to see them. We showed them the printing house. We showed them also our houses & introduced them to our families and Mr. Clark conducted them to the meeting house. They all seemed gratified. We regretted very much that Mr. Green was not at this station ~ as some of them were very desirous of seeing him, particularly Cowe who remembered him welL Sabbath Octr. 31st. Mr. Gulick preached both parts of the day. Mr. Clark conducted Eng. service. Cap. Taylor with his N.W. indians and several gentlemen attended. The indians attended also the native service in the afternoon. Their behavior was very decorous considering their ignorance and the novelty of the !• exercises to them. We cannot but hope that some of them should they return to their own country will think of what they have seen and perhaps this singular expedition of theirs to these islands may be the means of good to them & incline them to seek for instructors for their tribes wandering in darkness on the inhospitable N.W. shores. It is our prayer at least that this may be the case. In the evening Mr. Clark & I attended the meeting for conversation with the candidates. Our subject was baptism the design of it. Monday Novr. 11830. This afternoon the Packet sailed for Lahaina & carrd. Dr. Judd & family who his been sent for to be present with several of the families who are expecting to need his aid. Hannah who accompanied us from Lahaina on our return from a visit last Jany. went up with them. Mr. Gulick & family also set out to return to Kauai kindly favored with a passage on board the Ship Japan Cap. Lincoln. Saturday Novr. 20. Since making the last entry I have been excessively occupied. But am now liberated a little as the Owhyhee by which I wished to send letters has sailed. • This afternoon she left the harbor. Mr. Hunnewell who has been at the islands somewhat more than four years and here made a very pretty fortune has taken passage in her having given up his business to Mr. Henry A. Pierce. By this opportunity I sent 10 letters together with the annual account of the expenditures 1 �LEVI VOLUME 15 of the Mission for the year ending ApI. 30 1830. During these 20 days the Waverly has arrived from Hilo and brot letters from Mr. Andrews and Mr. Goodrich. We have learned with concern that a • misunderstanding has taken place between the chiefs & Mr. Goodrich' family, and that Mr. Ruggles was about to go down from Waimea to settle it. The Waverly has sailed again for Hilo. The Packet arrived some days ago. Her rudder is so much out of repair that it has been found necessary to fit a new stock. She is still here destined for Kauai. About a fortnight ago Hoapiliwahine arrived and she will remain here with her daughter Kinau till after her confinement. The day before yesterday the Griffon sailed & the North West Indians left. Sabbath Novr. 28th. A much larger English congregation than usual. I read a sermon ~ Mr. Clark performed the other exercises. In the evening Mr. Clark by invitation of Cap. Stetson of the Enterprise went on board that vessel and conducted a service for the benefit of any seamen who might attend. I attended the meeting for the special instruction of the candidates for admission to the church. Wednesday Deer. 1st. Entertained company at tea this evening viz. Capts. Stetson, Macy, Coffin Ray & • Shermon. For 24 hours the wind has been unusually strong. Thursday 2nd. The native members of the church have visited the different Kauhale of the village today to endeavor to excite the people to attend to the concerns of their souls particularly those who have been indifferent and disinclined to an attention to the work of God. Last evening they held a meeting for special prayer for the purpose of imploring the presence & blessing of God to be with & upon them in their attempts to call up the attention of the poe hookuli. Their efforts they are encouraged to hope will not be entirely in vain. Previously to their visiting the different clusters of houses they had sent word expressive of their wish and inquiring whether it would be agreeable to receive a visit from them. Saturday 4th. As the fort was not visited by the poe hooikaika on Thursday, it was visited today. A large number of people assembled and among the rest some foreigners. The Moe Kolohe laws were read. I •• understand that were read on Thursday at the other kau hale . Sabbath Deer. 5th 1830. The house was filled with natives. Mr. Clark preached as usuaL Between twenty and thirty foreigners attended English service. Capts. Stetson, Macy, Coffin, Sherman & Ray were 2 �LEVI VOLUME 15 present. • In the evening Mr.Clark & I went on board the ship Enterprise by invitation of Cap. Stetson. The cabin was pretty well filled, the Captains that attended Eng. service in the morning were present. Mr. Clark made some appropriate remarks upon the words (CHow shall we escape if we neglect so great Salvation". Monday 6th. The Sister of Laanui died last night. Mr. Abbot our carpenter made a coffin for her & she was buried this afternoon. Mr. Clark made a prayer at the grave. This evening attended the monthly concert at the house of Mr. Shepard. Capts. Stetson & Macy were present. Capt. Stetson made one of the prayers. It was a pleasant meeting. Wednesday 8th. By Cap. Joy of the Ship Zenas Coffin reed. letters from Lahaina. The letters contain the distressing intelligence of Mrs. Goodrich's being then in a state of partial derangement of the mind owing to a difficulty which took place at Hilo. She came down with Mr. & Mrs. Andrews who arrived at Lahaina on the 27th ulto. She is more composed than when she left Hiloi but is not restored. Mrs. Green had not been confinedi but was quite ilL .• I recd. also a letter from Mr. Goodrich in which he speaks of the derangement of Mrs. G. intellects but does not assign the cause. Mr. Ruggles was then at Hilo whither he had gone to settle the unhappy difference between his family and the chiefs, which had arisen in consequence of imprudence on the part of Mrs. G. & for which she was sincerely sorry. Thursday Decr 9th. The Packet arrived from Kauai and brought Kaikioewa and Wife and Kapule & her husband. There object is to attend a counsel of the nation if agreeable to the other chiefs to convene a counsel to attend to some business of importance. They will probably go to the windward perhaps to Hawaii. Friday Deer. 10th. Kaikioewa called upon us this morning wishing some advice respecting sailing tomorrow for Lahaina. We told him that if he could get ready to go to day we should advise him to set out without delay but if not to day that he had better defer going till after the Sabbath. He concluded to endeavor to sail to day & immediately gave orders to that effect. After this Deborah expressed a wish to • have some private conversation with us, i.e. with Mr. Clark & me. We walked up to my room and then Deborah made known her thought, which was that it was the wish of Kaikioewa to expel the Catholics and that it was with a view to effect this that he had now left Kauai & come up here and it was his wish to 3 �LEVI VOLUME 15 convene a Council of the nation to deliberate upon the subject. She stated some of the ways the Gov. had thought of for effecting it and then asked what our opinion was. We gave it unhesitatingly but cautioned • her against making it knovvn as coming from us. We told her moreover that the chiefs must prepare themselves for being opposed. I wrote to Mr. Richards & stated what had been communicated by Deborah and told him what we had said to her. I also wrote to Mr. Green and a short note to Mr. Andrews. When the Gov. & Deborah & the others were ready to sail they came up to our house to attend prayers. As soon as prayers were over they set off & a short time before sun set the Packet left the harbor. The wind was in their favor from the West. Sabbath Deer. 11th 1830. This morning a son [Lot Kamehameha or K V] was born to Kinau, this is her third within three years ~ all sons. The wind has been from the Westward for several days & the weather unusually cold for this climate. Thermometer about 67 degrees in the morning. In the evening Mr. Clark attended a conference on board the Enterprise and I attended the Ninau • meeting of the candidates at the house of Auhea. \ Monday Deer. 12 1830. The Unity arrived from the windward this morning by which reed. a letter from Mr. Richards, Mr. Bishop, Mrs. Thurston & Mrs. Bingham to the committee with the residue of N inauhoike. Went on board the Atooi Schooner and got the molasses which was sent by Mr. W. two barrels I left on board for the windward. Tuesday 13. The Ship Sultan sailed to day for Canton and is bound thence to the U.S.A. I sent two letters. The ship is commanded by Cap. Ebbets who arrived here in the Ship Enterprise ApL 16 1824 and has been at the islands ever since except making one voyage to Canton. Capt. Thompson recently of the Convoy goes passenger. Saturday Deer. 25. This evening between 9 & 10 o'ck we were surprised by the arrival of Dr. Judd and family from Lahaina. Mrs. Andrews and Mrs. Green were confined within 24 hours of each other & both have daughters. Mr. Green mentions his determination of going to Hilo and thinks it possible he may set • out as soon as the middle of January. Mrs. Goodrich's health was recovering & her mind becoming settled. Learned from Dr. Judd ma that Mr. Ruggles & family had gone to Kaawaloa & that Mr. Bingham & family were destined there & were going over by mount Hualalai. The chiefs from Kauai had gone on to 4 �LEVI VOLUME 15 Hawaii, where they expected to have a counciL Monday Deer. 27 1830. The ship Enterprize Cap. Stetson, left this afternoon as she was to stop at • Kauai. I put on board a few articles for the Station & wrote to the brethren. Two other vessels went out to day. Most of the shipping has now left the harbor. Tuesday 28th. The chiefs assembled the people this morning of this and the neighboring villages and made addresses. Kinau took the lead ~ was followed by Kekauonohi who arrived Saturday night from Lahaina with the Dr. & family. Liliha & Hoapiliwahine also addressed them. It seemed to be a meeting according to the ancient pono. Somewhat formal. This evening had Dr. & Mrs. Judd & Mr. & Mrs. Clark to tea. Kekauonohi called & was invited to sit down to the table with us. Wednesday 29th. The Pakii sailed for Lahaina, with Kalola mao She has been sent for by the Princess. The Washington also sailed for Lahaina. I wrote to Mr. Richards & Mr. Green by the latter vessel. Friday Deer. 31st 1830. This afternoon Mrs. Shepard ~ confined ~ a son. Sabbath January 21831. An uncomfortable day wind from the sea with rain. None but persons connected with the missionary family present at the English service. • Monday 3rd. A rainy day. Work of the new house not going on owing to the weather. Reed. letters from Hawaii by the Sch. Unity which arrived yesterday with cattle. Mr. Bingham was at Waimea on Monday the 27th ulto. & the Chiefs were at Kau. The Chiefs were expected to be at Kaawaloa next day where Mr. Ruggles & family then were, having left Waimea. Mr. Bingham was expected to be at Kaawaloa on Saturday Jan. 1. An Ahaolelo of the chiefs was to be held at Kailua. Wednesday 5th. The Lahaina chiefs viz. Hoapili wahine & Kekauonohi left to day in the Pakii & Pupuka. I sent 20 boards for Mr. Green in reference to his going to Hilo. Hoapili wahine took the child of Kinau which Hoapilikane has adopted or is to adopt for his own. Saturday ]any 8th 1831. I was occupied most of the forenoon in writing for the windward. That is to Mr. Andrews & Green at Lahaina & to Mr. Goodrich at Hilo expecting that a vessel would sail immediately and that Kaiana & wife would go to be connected with Mr. Green as assistants; but word came about noon that the vessel would not sail till after the Sabbath as the chief had stopped it. • Made a selection of twenty~two individuals with a view to converse with them before the church for their instruciton & to ascertain as near as possible their true character in order to their being propounded of admission to the church. 5 �LEVI VOLUME 15 Yesterday my man, Kahaumanu had a bundle of clothes taken from him by one ofpaki's men as he was going to wash, on the ground of its being kapu for natives to go towards the country. Ehu was present when • my man returned & gave me the information & he went instantly & informed Kinau & Kekuanaoa and search was immediately made & the bag of clothes found & returned. The kapu was laid by Liliha after the miserable example of Boki who cruelly oppressed the people with taxation. Sabbath J any 9 1831. This afternoon the sacrament of the Lord's Supper was celebrated; as the church convenant was not in the possession of Mr. Clark the persons propounded were not reed. to the church. In the evening Mr. Clark & I met the church at the house of Auhea to converse with individuals in reference to their being propounded. The number selected is twenty two. Our intention is to meet them every Sabbath evening till we have exd. each individual, and in connexion with the examination it is our intention to make occasionally close & pointed remarks in order to awaken their consciences & to warn them of the danger of being deceived. Our meeting with them was interesting. Monday 10. Reed. letters from Maui, but nothing very special of the nature of news was communicated. A schooner sailed for Lahaina & our native brother & sister, Kaiana & wife sailed with a view to join • Mr. Green at Lahaina & to go with him & family to Hilo. Opened a new lime kiln today. The work of the new house seems to go on a little faster than formerly, I have two men employed laying stones. Tuesday January 11 1831. On examining the walls of my house discovered that they had not been laid exactly square. By the help of the carpenter & spending most of the day the mistake has been corrected, but not without leaving on the walls the evidence of incompetency on the part of the stone layer. The families were invited to take tea at the house of Kinau. Mr. & Mrs. Clark, Dr. & Mrs. Judd & myself attended. Consul Jones was of the company to sit at the table. The entertainment was very good considering the cooks and the incompetency of the natives to superuited such business. Friday Jany. 14. Since the Sabbath the poe hooikaika have been unusually desirous to converse with us, and we have been not a little interrupted by their calls. Saturday 15th. A plan has been formed by the native members of the church designed to bring the • business of hooikai & of the schools in the several districts & divisions of the island into a sort of system. A member of the church of which there are 34 designated, is placed over a division, of which there are as many as of individuals designated, and his duty is to preserve order in regard to the meetings and to become 6 �LEVI VOLUME 15 acquainted with the people of his division & to have a superintendence of the schools and also to • recommend those who offer themselves for marriage . Sabbath Jany. 16th 1831. Dr. Judd rode to Waikiki & conducted religious worship there. English service better attended than it has been before since Cap. Stetson sailed. A novel case of conviction has come to our knowledge:~ how abiding it may be and the exact nature of it, the future must decide. A man called at the printing office on Friday. Said he was directed by an internal admotion to come to the missionaries to be told what he must do. He said a voice seemed to be speaking to him continually admonishing him to escape. I asked him several questions respecting the cause of his alarm. He said since he arrived at this place he had been carousing & conducting very wickedly & had spoken very disrespectfully of the missionaries ~ and that he had been aroused by something very unaccountable one night while he was asleep; & that since that time he had not enjoyed a moments peace by night or by day. The manner in which he spoke of hearing voices & of operations upon his person by invisible agents convinced me of his being partially deranged; but his account of himself & of the manner of his coming to the islands which was by a brig from the North West coast was perfectly rational; and his sense of sinfulness seemed not unreasonable. To day he attended divine service and behaved as a man under • deep conviction would be likely to conduct. After service he repaired to Dr. Judd's native house, where he had spent the night previous. I went in to see him. He appeared under conviction but upon introducing the subject of voices & the operation of an invisible agency he evidently had not the use of his reason. I reccommended him to be quiet & to endeavor to get rest, to read the word of God & to think of his condition as a lost sinner. I also recommended him to read Doddridge's Rise & Progress which I had lent him. Monday Jan. 17 1831. Rain part of the day & my workmen attended to their work only half day. Conversed again with the man under conviction. He spoke of his sins being very great & aggravated having sinned against light, knowledge & convictions. His he thought to be a peculiar case and he was afraid he had sinned against the Holy Ghost. He talked more freely & rationally of himself but with respect to some things he was evidently not rational. I urged him not to despair but immediately to apply for mercy by repentance & faith through a crucified Savior to God who was ready & willing to pardon through his • Son. Tuesday Jany 18. Attended to the examination of the Schools of Honolulu today. Mr. Clark, Dr. Judd & myself took pavU in the labor. Mrs. Clark & Mrs. Judd were present in the forenoon. Liliha's class which 7 �LEVI VOLUME 15 under the direction of Punihaole exhibited this afternoon made a very good appearance. No class in the place was more worthy of commendation. The class of Maiao appeared well also. About 150 of his scholars .• are furnished with the Gospels printed in America and in which they are able to read. The class of the King under the direction of Kaluaapana & Kapule exhibited well. The number of those who exhibited on the slate in writing under the direction of Kaluahinenui at the close of the examination was 459 ~ comprising youth & adults of both sexes. Males 238 ~ females 221. The sentence which they wrote was this E hooikaika loa kakou e oi nui aku ka naauao a me ka ike maka i ka palapala. Wednesday Jany 19 1831. Dr. & Mrs. Judd attended Kinau & her husband to Waikiki for the purpose of examining the schools. The register of the schools of this district gave the whole number of scholars at 1229. Not being satisfied with the management of our land at Manoa which has for more than two years been in the hands of Kahiole I entrusted the charge of it this day to Ehu. Thursday 20th. I walked to Manoa this day with the man under conviction whose name is Hathaway of Dighton, Mass. He appears to be rationally convinced of sin and says it is his present purpose to seek as the ". one thing needful the salvation of his soul. He gave me considerable of an account of his life, which since he was nineteen, has been one of much vicissitude & wandering. Some singularities will remain in regard to his mind as to his hearing voices ~ rather fancying that he hears them telling him of his sins and recounting the transactions of his past life. He seems to think that what he hears are real voices though it seems he says a very singular thing to him. My object in going to Manoa was to look out a place of cutting wood in order to give some employment to this man. I found a situation at the head of the valley near the houses of Kaahumanu where I thought he might cut a few cords and I told him I would give him $1 a cord for cutting, to which he consented. At about 3 o'ck I returned home after taking some refreshment I attended the poaha. Friday Jany 211831. The Pulaholaho being about to sail to Hawaii I wrote a short note to Mr. Bishop. The Pakii arrived from Lahaina & brought down Kalola ma, by which reed. letters from Messr. Green & Andrews. Mr. Green was on the eve of sailing to Hilo. Mr. Andrews was to accompany him to get the '. residue of his effects & timber. Kaupena, the widow of Manuia appears to be in a desirable state of mind. She has offered herself to the poah.a. She is greatly exposed to temptation having been solicited by the foreigners for their vile 8 �LEVI VOLUME 15 gratification. One person offered her 40 dollars with a view to secure her to himself but she spumed his offer and told him she did not want his money that she had forsaken that wicked way. The English Consul • also sent for her to go & take tea with him; but she refused to go; for she said his wife had gone and her husband was dead and she did not wish to go to his house under such circumstances. We hope this woman will be preserved and it is our prayer that she may be a chosen vesseL Bya schooner which arrived last evening from the cost of California notice has been recd. in this place of the death of George IV and of his being succeeded by the Duke of Clarence. Also news came that the King of France has been deposed; These reports need confirmation. Saturday Jany. 22nd. The Waverly arrived this morning from Hawaii but brought no letters from the brethren. Learn by Lono the commander that the chiefs were at Kailua, and that shortly they were going to Waimea to attend to the dedication of the new meeting house after that to the examination of the Schools of Koha1a & then are to sail for Lahaina. Sabbath 23rd. My Sabbath School was more fully attended than usuaL Kinau was present & a considerable number of new scholars. The school commenced Acts having finished Luke last Sabbath. Monday 24th. Kinau met the females of Honolulu this forenoon and addressed them and proposed some • new arrangements in regard to the meeting. Wrote to Mr. Richards, also finished a letter to Mr. Bingham to send by the Waverly. Tuesday, Jan. 25th. Went with Mr. Clark to attend an assemblage of the people of Honolulu aina at the school house of Maiao, convened by direction of Kinau who wished to address them on the subject of some new arrangements recently made in regard to the superintendence of schools & the poalima. The substance of her address was as follows. That the superintendence of the schools & the poalima was hers to attend to, that whatever persons might wish to join the poalima must come to her for admittance, if females, if male they must make their application to Kuhia; that those who belong to the poaha and might desire to enter the poaha should make their application to her & to Kuhia & they would if approved be recommended to the Missionaries. Persons wishing to marry should make known their desire to Kuhia & he should examine into the propriety of the step & recommend them to the missionary. After Kinau had finished her speech Kuhia arose & repeated the substance of her address in order that all should hear & • understand. I made a few remarks at the close byrequest of Mr. Clark & he finished with prayer. Wednesday Jan. 26 1831. Walked this afternoon to Manoa to look at what the man had been doing 9 �LEVI VOLUME 15 whom I set at work cutting wood. Found that he had cut some wood & had been doing as well as I had reason to expect. The roads are not settled enough to be passable in every place for a team and therefore I • must defer sending for the wood till the roads are better, though I am much in want of wood to bum & shall need a good deal for lime. Thursday 27. Dr. Judd recd. a letter from Mr. Bingham dated at Kailua in which he stated the purpose of the chiefs to go to Waimea to attend to the opening of the new meeting house there & to examine the schools of Kohala &c. after which they would holo nui for Lahaina & thence to this place & that some very important changes in the government of this island would be made. Much he said he wished to communicate which he dare not put on paper. He stated that the commander of the Washington had been fined for attempting to seduce a woman and that said gentleman was very angry. Friday28. Kekuanaoa communicated to Dr. Judd today some very interesting & important news of some of the present movements of the chiefs:- a few weeks will develop the whole. Saturday Jan. 29 1831. Warren Fay is afflicted with an inflamation of the eyes and requires very particular attention. To allay the inflamation Dr. Judd thought it necessary to take away some blood. Monday 31st. This day the workmen have been employed erecting the staging around the store & • dwelling for the convenience of hauling up stones. The walls are raised within about two courses of the top of the windows. It is ascertained by papers recently recd. from the Spanish coast, that the reports of a revolution in France are true. Saturday, Feby 5th 1831. This day has been to me & my companion a day of much interest and will be remembered by us as the birthday of a Second Son. With gratitude I would record the goodness of God to us in ordering all the circumstances of its birth in mercy. The wind has blown hard today and a company of natives have been employed in taking down the hale halawai in order to its being re built as it is now in too bad a state to be occupied for meetings. Sabbath 6th. I did not attend meeting but went to the Sabbath school and questioned the scholars. The meeting for questioning candidates was omitted this evening. Tuesday Feby. 8th 1831. Having learned from Kamaunu that a man by the name of Puawahie had been • teaching in a very fanciful way I had an interview with him this morning, and questioned him on the subject. He was not inclined to be communicative; but I learned sufficient to satisfy me that no good would be likely to result from such a method of communicating instruction, and I told him to desist. 10 �LEVI VOLUME 15 The following is a sample. A word was given out; Kekelehao ; Guess its application. answer Kawaiaho ; right. Kawaiaho ; what of it. ans. Christ was born there. Mr. Bingham brought him forth. There the word of • God was printed and the knowledge of it circulated through the island. All that was meant by this allegory was that Kawaiahao held an analogy to Bethlehem the place where Christ was born; thence the name of Christ and his Gospel was disclosed and the truth sounded out through the islands. Saturday 12. Have learned that the Catholics have told Liliha that Boki will return in three months. This is asserted as a prediction in the fulfillment of which they stake their reputation. The information was communicated to Dr. Judd by Susan Reynolds, who also made known her desire to join the church & to have her child baptized, her husband having given his consent at the same time telling her that the obligation would rest upon them to raise up the child according to the principles of the Christian religion. Sabbath Feby 13 1831. Having a bad cold, I only went out today to attend the Sabbath SchooL Did not attend the meeting for the examination & instruction of the candidates. Monday Feby 14th. Engaged to employ Mr. Hathaway to work for us at this station & to give him $10 per month & his board. • Sabbath Feby 20. Reed. letters from Maui by the Packet which arrived last night. Mr. Bingham and family together with Miss Ward were at Lahaina. The chiefs also are there except Gov. Adams but he is expected along from Hawaii shortly. Mr. Richards stated in the closing paragraph of his letter that with the kings consent this island will be given to Kekauonohe & Leleohoku & that Kinau will be the kanaka. That Liliha will retain her own and husbands land for the purpose of paying her husbands debts. Monday Feby 21st. Reed. from on board the Missionary Packet a quantity ofKoa plank & ohia rafters from Hilo. Tuesday 22nd. By Oliver Chapin who sailed for Kauai in a small vessel belonging to Mr. Jones I wrote to Mr. Whitney & informed him in a hasty manner of passing events & for further information sent letters which I reed. from Mr. Bingham & Mr. Richards. Two small vessels arrived from Lahaina this forenoon & anchored at Waikiki. We were not able to understand at first the meaning of their coming to anchor there but after awhile we learned that they had • brought dovvn some of the Ohua of the chiefs. Kaikioe"was Schooner was one of them, and as she is to return immediately an opportunity is afforded for a hasty communication to Lahaina. I wrote both to Mr. Richards & to Mr. Bingham & stated what I had heard to day of affairs. Viz. that the Governess is making 11 �LEVI VOLUME 15 preparations to oppose the will of the chiefs & the new arrangements for this island, that her party are arming themselves that they are 500 strong in each of the forts well armed. • Kinau wrote to the King to the following effect that Liliha had forbid Kekuanaoa from waiting on the King with his men at his arrival saying that the foreigners were the Kings men to wait upon him ~ Also that there were a great many men & a great many guns in the fort. This she stated as a matter of fact, ~ as something which she knew certainly. As what she had heard from others she stated. That is, she said it is reported that Liliha says if the island is taken from hey then there will be war! Wednesday Feby. 23rd 1831. The Waverly & the Niu arrived from Lahaina filled with people. They both entered the harbor; but I have recd. no particular intelligence respecting those on board who they are or what they have come down for. Have learned to day through Dr. Judd as told him by Kinau, that Woodland gunner of the fort came to her supposing that she was on the side of Paki & told her that she must get the guns down from the fort on the hill as they were useless there. She soon gave him to understand that he had made a mistake in applying to her, by telling him that Kamehameha had a great many children here. In connexion with the above Woodland informed her that they had three nights attempted to remove the guns but were not able :. for want of men. Methinks this looks like not having a very great force. It is also said that the two Consuls have advised Madam Boki not to fight. This may be true or not. They certainly would make a great mistake to put her up to wage war with all the chiefs. Mr. French told Dr. Judd that Paki had said he did not intend to fight, but only designed to get ready. Friday 25th. Kamauhu called to inquire respecting attending Poalima in the fort. He gave us the information, to use his own expression, that pau loa \X!aiane were there also men from Kaneohe & Punaluu. He said they were there not from any particular desire of their own, but because required to come by the Chief; the project however was a rebellious one & his opinion was that it was opposed to the principles of the poalima & would therefore leave them to themselves & discontinue the meeting. This was in accordance with our views; for those who are admitted to the poalima are only such as are friendly to good order & morality, and as soon as any of those who have been admitted cease to be such they forfeit their standing as members of the Meeting. It was our opinion that all who are in that combination have forfeited • their membership of the poalima. Saturday Feby 26th 1831. A strong wind from the N.E. and some rain. The workmen forsook their work on account of the inclemency of the weather. 12 �LEVI VOLUME 15 Sent on board the Packet a few supplies for Lahaina & Hawaii. The Niu which sailed for Maui was driven back ~ sprung a leak and lost an anchor. • Sabbath 27. Congregations to day notwithstanding an uncomfortably strong wind as full as usuaL In the evening met the candidates. Learned that Puaiole one of the number selected for examination & special instruction is very ill & it is feared near his end. Monday Feb. 28 1831. Recd. the intelligence this morning of the death of Puaiole. We regretted very much that we had not been able to call upon him during his sickness. One reason & the principal was that his residence was at a considerable distance in the country. He had but recently been removed to the village. Mr. Clark had proposed to himself to visit him. but just as he was about to set out we learned his death. We learn that he was quite resigned. The Packet sailed today for the windward. Wrote to Mr. Richards, Bishop & Ruggles. Tuesday March 11831. The Paalua, Kaahumanu's vessel sailed for Lahaina. Wednesday 2nd. Hoapili & Kekauonohi arrived this morning in the Pakii from Maui as an embassage from the chiefs who are all assembled there. By letters from the brethren it appears that their apprehensions for the peace of this island are very great, having heard much from natives of the hostile attitude taken by • the Governess. The object of Hoapili's visit is to mediate peace & pacify his daughter if possible & induce her to go to Maui to meet the chiefs in counsel there in order to the settlement of matters. His plan will be to induce her to disarm all her men & empty the fort of those that are now in it deposit the arms & amunition in the magazine lock them up & receive the key into his own hand to keep in order for the disposal of the whole by the word of the King. We had a conversation with Malo who has come down with Hoapili ma. He thinks that the steps that Kaikioewa was disposed to take at Hawaii were very hasty & injudicious ~ that was to strip Liliha entirely & by a strong arm to put her down. And it was afterwards his advice that coercive measure should immediately be taken to force her to a compliance with the will of the chiefs & to chastise those who have placed themselves in the posture of defiance. If Hoapili is not able to effect the object of his visit in gaining the consent of his daughter to go to the windward he will leave her peaceably & return to Lahaina. In which case a contest will ultimately ensue as • the chiefs will then be fully aware of the settled hostility of her feelings & her fixed determination to resist. It is our prayer that she may not be left to such madness & thus compel the chiefs to arm themselves against her & come down to engage in war. 13 �LEVI VOLUME 15 As I was in Mr. Reynold's store I was accosted by Capt. Snow & charged with having neglected to afford assistance to him at the time he fell from a horse in front of the Mission establishment some months • ago. He addressed me in quite a passionate manner. I assured him that it was not true that I turned away; but that I went to him & invited the persons who had lifted him up to conduct him to the apartment of Dr.Judd.- That I attended him to the house & remained there to afford assistance untill he was washed & his face dressed. I thanked him for mentioning his feelings to me and assured him that he had been misinformed as to my not being ready to afford assistance. He seemed not to be fully satisfied with my statement of the case. On my return home I mentioned to Dr. Judd the charge of unkindness brought against me and the Dr. thot proper to write a note to Capt. S. to assure him that the charge against me was without foundation. Thursday March 3 1831. To day Hoapili had an interview with his daughter Liliha who arrived last evening from Nuuanu & this forenoon called upon him at his lodging in the stone house. He opened to her the object of his visit ~ that she go to Lahaina to meet the chiefs ~ to this she immediately consented ~ the next that the arms & amunition in the fort be secured in the magazine and the key delivered up to Kinau & Kekuanaoa to take charge of for Leleohoku whose would be the fort ~ and when Kuakini should come • down then the command should be entrusted to him. To this she also consented. We are told by Malo that while Hoapili & Liliha were engaged in this conversation the English Consul came in & invited Liliha aside to communicate something privately to her ~ Upon the authority of Malo who received his information from one of Liliha's confidential women we learn that the object of this private interview of the Consul was to dissuade Liliha from going to the windward in compliance with the charge of the King & chiefs!! Tomorrow we learn is the day fixed for giving up the arms in the fort and for disbanding the men ~ and after the Sabbath Hoapili Liliha & Kekauonohi sail for the windward. The Lord be praised for thus disposing this woman to consent to the proposals made to her. I would regard it altogether of the Lord; and would pray that what he has graciously begun he would carry on & complete & cause every thing to subserve his own glory & the advancement of his cause, and that every one who is high and lifted up he would abase, according to his ability so to do. • Friday March 4th 1831. This forenoon I reed. a note from Mr. Charlton in behalf of the principal residents requesting my attendance at the house of Boki to interpret between them and Hoapili. I complied without hesitancy and went immediately to the place specified and found the foreigners assembling. Those 14 �LEVI VOLUME 15 that I now recollect were the following. Messrs.Charleton & Jones & Reynolds, French, Capts. Grimes, Blanchard, John Meek Drs. Sariere & Ford, ~ Hoapili was seated in the lanai with a book and several • persons were sitting round who seemed to have been occupied with the palapala. Mr. Charlton walked in and addressed Hoapili with the salutain "your honor" to who his excellency replied (your honor paha'. Mr. C. then turned to me and said the object of my being requested to attend on this occasion was to make some inquiries & give some explanations, and he wished me to inquire where Hoapili would attend to the business in the lanai or in the house ~ he chose the latter & walked in immediately and took his seat. Mr. Charlton then said he had learned from a source not to be doubted that some person had written from this place to Lahaina stating that the foreigners had combined to oppose the king on his landing and that they were confederate with those who were disposed to do him injury; and he wished me to ask Hoapili whether any such letter had been received by the King. To the question proposed the Gov. of Maui replied that no such letter had been recd. by him. Mr. Jones then requested me to ask when such a report was in circulation at Lahaina. To which the gov. replied there was ~ that it was on the lips of a great many and was reported particularly by persons who belonged to the vessels which had recently arrived there. They then wished to know whether he had seen a letter containg. any such assertion as they were sure a letter had been written. '. To this the gov. did not give a direct answer as I suspect he did not fully understand the import of the question. He said he had not recd. letter ~ that letters had been written and recd. by the persons to whom they were written, how should he know what they contained. This the gentlemen called equivocation. They then wished me to say that these charges were utterly false and that they were the King's friends and were ready to serve him, and moreover wished that when he returned to Lahaina that he would express this sentiment to the King. Hoapili said to this that he was not going to Lahaina ~ that his daughter would go and that to send his daughter thither was the object of his present visit. That his business was with his daughter & not in the least with them. Another question which the gentlemen wished to be put to the Gov. was whether his present visit was not inconsequence of that report or letter. By the way, by the letter I suppose his excellency understood that which Kinau wrote to the King giving an account of Liliha's forbidding Kekuanaoa's waiting on the King & saying that the foreigners were the King's men to wait upon him, and of the men under arms in the fort. To this he replied that the letter was one among other reason • - that the chiefs had decided on sending for her. And here he repeated that his business was with his daughter & not with them. His honor the Eng. Consul spoke many hard things respecting the person who had written the letter 15 �LEVI VOLUME 15 containing the charges against them. And said if he was a white man he would surely have him whipt & if he were a native when the king came down he would complain of him & have him punished ~ at any rate • he would have the business sifted on the return of his Majesty. Among other things to prove his loyalty he said Madam BoH had requested him when the King came down to go off in his own cutter to bring him on shore!! ~ I do not know but he said Mr. Jones & him. This confirms a report which had come to our ears that the Governess had invited the two consuls to go off on the arrival of the King & conduct him on shore. Saturday March 5th. The people who have had arms & amunition in their keeping have been returning them to the fort which is now in the care of Hoapili who is placing the arms & a.munition in the magazine. Learn from Kekuanaoa that Hoapili has requested that all the male members of the church be assembled to go into the fort & stay with him: and our opinion was asked as to the propriety of the measure. We told him we thought that under existing circumstances it was not expedient as the step would be likely to occasion talk and reproach. We thought it would be best that the majority of those with him should be faithful men that could be relied on who are not of the church. This was also Malo's & Laanui's advice. • This evening the chiefs & the members of the family took tea at the house of Mr. Clark. Hoapili owing to the unsettled state of things in the fort excused himself. Kinau, Kekuanaoa, Kekauonohi & Liliha favored us with their company. The latter though she attempted to wear the appearance of vivacity could ill conceal the dej ection of her mind. The printing of the last sheet of Ninau hoike has been commenced & some copies of the copies having been gathered & stitched, the chiefs were each furnished with a copy. Sabbath March 6th 1831. The congregation this morning was unusually large. Hoapili having expressed a wish that religious worship should be conducted with him and his people in the fort I went down in the morning and attended a service. The number of persons present was I judged, upwards of 50 mostly those who have had their residence in the fort. Awa & Haia were present. I expounded from the 12 chap~ of the I Epis. Corinthians. Dr. Judd attended the service in the afternoon. • In the evening Mr. Clark & I attended the examination meeting. Monday Mar. 7th. Madam BoH & Paki sailed this morning in the Pakii for Lahaina. Previous to her embarkation we recd. an invitation from Hoapili to go down to the fort to attend prayers. Mr. Clark & I 16 �LEVI VOLUME 15 went down and we found the chiefs in the stone house and in the lanai in front on the wall of the fort. Mr. Clark made a prayer and almost immediately after the close of it, her ladyship set out to go on board. Paki • was not present he had probably gone on board before. A considerable concourse of people assembled on the wharf & accompanied her to the boat. Mitchener a foreigner was in the stem of the boat in which she embarked & held the steering oar probably to be her attendant to MauL He is a man deeply interested in her cause, and said a few days ago in my hearing that "he expected there would be a revolution here before long." I wrote by the opportunity to Mr. Bingham & gave him an account of passing events, and also wrote to Mr. Andrews. The letters were deld. to Apii who goes up with Liliha as her chaplain and teacher. Kamaunu was solicited by Paki to attend him. The invitation being given not long before the vessel saHd & Kamaunu having no inclination to be of the company declined going & though pressed very hard to comply persisted in the refusal and the vessel sailed without him his wife however accompanied the wife ofPaki. Tuesday March 8th. Mr. Clark & I attended the church meeting this evening. Among the subjects of • conversation was one respecting retaining in the Poalima those persons who had recently deled with the Governess & gone into the fort ~ Kawaa the head man of Honouliuli asked the question. We enquired whether many persons from that place had joined the conspiracy he answered that there were a good many and they had voluntarily joined this party. We told our opinion that such persons were hewa and that their repentance ought to be more clear than it could proved to be in so short a time before they were received again. We also told the church that the people of God were averse to war & bloodshed and that they would never be of a conspiracy against that which was good and right ~ that they were loyal subjects supporters of law & good order. Wednesday March 9th. Dr. Judd & I went to see Keaomahuilani, who has had a violent attack of vomiting blood, Being informed that he was very low, we made no delay. His house is towards the further part of the village near the Mulivvai. We find him indeed very low & in great distress. Scarcely able to speak, his pulse weak & irregular. Dr. Judd gave him 50 drops of laudanum but this potion seemed to have • very effect. We endeavored to converse with him, but he seemed unable to command his thoughts enough to give any connected idea of his mind. I asked him whether he thought of God; he answered in the affirmative; whether he prayed to him: and whether he relied on Jesus Christ for salvation & whether he 17 �LEVI VOLUME 15 had a desire to see God & Jesus Christ? all of which he answered in the affirmative. To the inquiry whether he would be glad to have one of us pray with him, he answered Yes with apparent gratification. • This man is one of those under examination & special instruction with reference to admission to the church. He is considerably advanced in years and in the time of heathen idolatry here was called a God, & received religious worship as such. Great respect was paid to him insomuch that no one stood in his presence when he passed along the road but all fell prostrate. This veneration passed away with the downfall of idolatry in the islands. Having become acquainted with the words of the true God & the way of salvation by Jesus Christ he abandoned the old superstition entirely & yielded himself as we hope to God ~ at least this is what he has told us & we have no evidence against his sincerity. Thursday 10th. Keaomahuilani died this morning about 8 o'ck. Kekuanaoa was present with him at his decease. He had the use of his reason though he was not able to say much. To the inquiry whether he had any thought he said, Manao no ~ hookahi no manao io. Jesu. He was asked by Kekuanaoa whether he had no charge to leave respecting his wife & children & land. Hookahi no manao ia Jew was his reply. The inquiry was repeated & the same answer given. His mind seemed fixed upon the subject of salvation and from that it could not be diverted. He died almost immediately after this conversation. • Friday March 11th 1831. A vessel arrived from Lahaina & brought down Keliiahonui & Kapule & her husband. By the hand of the former I recd a letter from Mr. Richards, mentioning the arrival of the Pakii at Lahaina & Liliha's reception. He gives no particulars but expresses his fears for the King. Kapule told us that the king was greatly affected, that he seated himself in her lap & wept greatly. . Kaikioewa who was sitting by took hold of the king & pulled him from her. We cannot but feel moved with this disposition of the king, manifested towards such a person & under such circumstances and in view of it are constrained to look upon the movements of the governess here as something which would have met the Kings cooperation and upon the defeat of their plan as a striking interposition of providence & a sort of pledge that the Lord will suffer nothing to stand in the way of the success of his word in this land. This is our prayer. Lord vindicate thine own cause. Make the wrath & wickedness & malice of men to praise thee & the remainder do thou restrain! Saturday Mar. 12 1831. This morning the Pakii arrived & we had the happiness of welcoming Mr. • Bingham & family & Miss Ward to this Station, former after an absence of 9 months lacking only 2 days, the latter of a longer time. Mr. B. brings notice that the chiefs will probably be down next week. We also learn from Mr. B. that Hoapili's communication from this place by Liliha to Kaahumanu was a positive 18 �LEVI VOLUME 15 denial of every thing which had been reported concerning warlike preparations at this place. All the things they had heard, he said, were wahahee loa. In communicating such a sentiment as this the gov. of Maui • must have given more credit to his daughter & to the foreigners than to Kinau Kekuanaoa & all the good people of the place. For they & we had the demonstration of our senses to the contrary. We kllow that warlike preparations were made, for what we have very good data for guessing. Not indeed to oppose the Kings landing but to promote it sooner than the other chiefs would have it & to get him into their circle & gain his assent to their plan. This I believe to have been their design. Sabbath March 13 1831. The house was very full and Mr. Bingham preached a long sermon from I Timo.1. 15. This is a faithful saying and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am Chief. Mr. Clark preached in the afternoon. Congregation not so large. Reed. a call to day from a young man from Boston, son of Mr. Kilham of the Firm Kilham & Mier,with a letter of introduction from Mr. HilL Evening attended with Mr. Clark the meeting of examination & instruction for candidates. Conversed on the subject of the nature & evidences of faith. Monday March 14. The weather has been so unfavorable owing to frequent showers of rain that the • work on my building has not been going on. This afternoon the brethren of this station met in my room and at the request of Mr. Shepard took into consideration the subject of his duty in reference to his health and adopted the following resolution. Resolved that while we regret to lost the important services of Mr. Shepard in superintending the printing department even for a little season, still in consideration of the affection of his lungs and the apprehension that the trade wind and dust of Honolulu plains will be unfavorable to his cough, we therefore recommend that he feel himself released from the care of the office and that he seek a more favorable atmosphere at Lahaina or Kailua as shall appear most desirable to himself; and that he simply hold himself at the disposal of an aiwise providence and wait for the intimations of the Sovereign and adorable will of our gracious Redeemer, who directs all our affairs in infinite goodness. We were gratified with a visit from Cap. Hussey of the ship Cyrus, whom we had the pleasure to lodge with us last spring in a feeble state of health. His health has considerably improved though it is far from • being firm. We made him the offer of accommodations with us; but he declined owing to his business. Tuesday March 15 1831. About 2 o'ck this afternoon a sail made its appearance. We soon perceived that it was a brig and fancied that it was a vessel from Boston whose arrival is expected every hour. When 19 �LEVI VOLUME 15 she had got down near enough to render her colors distinct we perceived that they were the national colors of the islands and the discharge of canon soon settled the opinion in our minds that the King was on board. • Shortly other vessels made their appearance and not a doubt remained that his Majesty & the chiefs were all at hand. Not long after the brig had anchored ~ Mr. Bingham) Dr. Judd) Mr. Clark and myself set out to go down to the landing to pay our respects to his majesty when he should come on shore not doubting that all his loyal subjects the foreigners would show themselves among the most respectful as they had been reported by the Governess to be the Kings men to wait upon him: We thought that we would not be behind them in attentions. On our way we stopped at the stone house where Kinau & Kekauonohi were as the king had not left the vessel. Here we were told that the foreigners had proposed to Hoapili to go off in about 20 boats & wait upon the king. This was refused by Hoapili and permission only granted for the Consuls to go off. And as three boats had been seen going out it was supposed that the official gentlemen had gone off to meet his majesty & to propose bringing him on shore. We waited an hour & a half perhaps when noticing boats coming in we walked down. The Sch. Pakii had previously anchored and had been very respectfully saluted from the fort. Having reached the passage which leads from the landing to the wood house of Boki we were met by a concourse and we soon discovered Madam Boki & Kehekili walking • ~ up we respectfully saluted the personages & were as respectfully saluted in return) and then they passed on & we went to the American Consulate where we were informed Gov. Adams was. A number of gentlemen had assembled there and we walked up the stairs saluting as we passed along those who stood near us or who deigned to notice us. Mr. Jones reed. us very politely. Mr. Charlton was one of the gentlemen in the room. He arose and gave me his hand. Paki & Haia were setting by him & both rose & gave us their hands & aloha. Gov. Adams seemed glad to meet us. We sat a little while and talked with the gentlemen. Shortly it was announced that his Majesty was landing and a motion made to go and pay our respects to him. The foreigners did not second the move. and it was not till then that we learned that offense had been given by Hoapilfs forbidding boats going out to meet the king. One asked Dr. Judd what was the meaning of the waters being tabu. Much dissatisfaction seemed to be felt. We bowed to our company and set off for the fort to salute his majesty. We found him with his Kahu Kaikioewa at the stone house. He appeared pleased to see us & gave us very cordial salutation as did his honorable Kahn. We staid some time and learned from • the king that Kaahumanu had been visited with a very dangerous attack of something like the appoplexy on Saturday night) & that was the reason of their not sailing on Monday night. We were distressed at the intelligence & could not but feel that it was a kind dispensation by which her valuable life is continued yet 20 �LEVI VOLUME 15 longer. 'e It was proposed to move forward & the King's Kahu set out, & was followed by his Majesty & his attendants. The other chiefs not having landed Dr. Judd. Mr. Clark & I waited for them, when they landed, we attended them to the stone house, where a prayer was offered by Mr. Bingham in acknowledgement of the divine goodness.in the protection vouchsafed to those who had been absent during all the time of their journeying. Saturday March 19 1831. The church assembled this morning in the meeting house to attend to the examination of candidates. About three hours were spent in that business, and then the meeting adj ourned till after dinner when the ch. assembled again and spent about three hours more in the same employment. Thirteen persons were examined in reference to their being admitted to the ch. on the coming Sabbath and about 30 more in reference to being propounded. Sabbath March 20th. A solemn & interesting day. The meeting house was filled to overflowing in the morning. Mr. Bingham preached about 50 min. in a solemn & impressive manner suited to a sacramental occasion. In the afternoon the emblems of the Savior's body & blood were displayed in the presence of a large number of the professed followers of the Lord Jesus Christ from the four principal islands including • this. So large an assemblage of communicants I think has never been witnessed in the islands. Most of the principal chiefs were present. The candidates were seated in front of the table and stood up & made their confession of faith & solemnly pledged themselves to be the Lord's & received the initiatory seal of baptism and afterwards sat down and with the elder members united in celebrating the dying love of the Redeemer. A day I trust long to be remembered. The Lord grant that the Scenes of this day may be sanctified to the King and to multitudes of others. Monday March 211831. This day a large quantity of kapa avails of books sold at Kailua & Kaawaloa were landed from the Packet which arrived on Saturday, and were drawn up to the house. The Portrait of Sophia Bingham which was taken at Edgartown soon after her arrival in America was recd to day by the hand of Cap. Swain of the ship Susan, by her parents, but they were greatly disappointed on opening the box to find that the painting had so materially suffered by the voyage that not a feature of their loved daughter could be recognized. It is hoped however some thing may be found to restore it. • Monday March 28th. By the Schr. Crusader 176 days from Boston recd. a sm. package of letters & learned that a considerable shipment of supplies for this mission was made on board the Ship Wilmington & Liverpool Packet which sailed about the 1st of Sept. Encouragement is also afforded that the mission will 21 �LEVI VOLUME 15 be reenforced & an establishment made at the Marquesas. Friday April 1st 1831. By public notification the people assembled at the house of the king to hear a • declaration of the decisions of the chiefs; ~ foreigners and chiefs as well as the common people were required to be present. The common people stood outside of the fence which encircles the kings house and formed a half circle in front many rows abrest. The chiefs & principle persons together with the foreigners stood or sat in front of the house within the enclosure while a row of armed soldiers formed wings from each comer of the house to the fence. When the king was ready to deliver his address he walked forth in front of the door and called for the attention of the people and then pointed to Kaahumanu and said she would communicate his mind. Kaahumanu arose and opened a paper she held in her hand containing the will of the King & the result of the councils of the nation. She read the contents very deliberately ~ the substance of which was that the king in consequence of the departure & absence of Boki (in short, nalowale ke kiaaina) takes possession of the whole island together with Honolulu & the two forts ~ which he gives to Kaahumanu to take care of ~ The fort is given to Kuakini to take care of and the laws of God are taken for the basis of the laws of the land and all the people are called upon to yield obedience to them. After finishing reading the declaration which is signed by the King Kauikeaouli, Kaahumanu, Kuakini, • Hoapili, Naihe & Kaikioewa, Kaahumanu made a short speech calling upon all classes to attend & obey to the law of God & the laws of the King & to serve & fear God worship & honor him as that by which they would find prosperity, peace & happiness and by which the kingdom would be stable & prosperous. Kuakini arose & walked from among the company with which he was sitting & addressed the foreigners ~ particularly those who are proprietors of Grog Shops stating that being invested with authority he should now refuse to receive money granting permission for the sale of spirituous liquors ~ that no more licenses would be given out for that purpose the sale of rum being-strictly forbidden by law. That he should proceed to execute the laws in that respect and now prohibitted the sale of that article: ~ and that if after this rum should be sold the property of the vendor of it should be seized ~ & if any person should be so presumptuous as to persevere in defiance of law his house should be tom down. He also prohibited gambling houses under the same penalty. He said these were laws made long time ago but had not been enforced and he was determined now to put them in execution; and in making this remark cast a reflection upon his predecessor • for unfaithfulness: ~ a censure he most justly deserved. The addresses m.ust have been very unwelcome to the foreigners in general & to grog shop proprietors in particular. �LEVI VOLUME 15 Some fellows who passed by the houses in the evening vented their displeasure in very abusive language saying that they loved rum and rum they would drink; and they cursed both missionaries & chiefs for the • prohibition. Saturday April 2nd. We learn that a certain class of foreigners, I should say residents, are exceedingly angry on account of the kapu on the selling of rum. Kaahumanu called Mr. Marine and told him he must forbid his daughters to moe kolohe. The Don relied that he was afraid of having his house pulled down about his head. The old lady said to them, "Do you forbid their moe kolohe and if you are assaulted for doing right we will defend you". Mr. Jones is living with one of his daughters, besides having Hannah Holms as a wife, and from Cap. Wood of the Ship Braganze, who took tea with us, I learned that said Jones was the most bitter of all our enemies though he ought to be our protector which seemed to Cap. W. quite a strange thing. I also learned from the above Captain that the masters of the waling ships would be pleased with the regulation making it a crime to sell rum as thereby the crews of the ships would become more orderly. Learned from Kapule that the order requiring the French Catholics to leave the islands was to be issued today. • The Catholics were sent for by the chiefs who were assembled in the fort; they came & the order for their departure was read to them; but not given into their hand lest it should be made an ill use of. We learn that they made some objections Said they had had the permission of Boki & the King to remain, and asked what evil they had done. Sabbath April3rd. The meeting house was crowded. Mr. Bingham preached from the words "Thy children shall make haste; thy destroyers and they that made thee waste shall go forth of thee.- And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers." The sermon was listened to with apparent interest and some parts of it with seeming admiration. A part of the late proclamation of the King of England which Mr. Bingham has translated was read with good effect, and it was designed to illustrate the proposition that kings shall become nursing fathers to the church. The late movements too of the Chiefs here, and the countenance of the King to good order & his proclamation in favor of it & of religion, were referred to as illustrative of the same, & cited as a fulfilment of the prediction as it respects the cause • in this land and at this time. Evening ~ met the candidates for church privileges. Mr. Clark was not present owing to a slight cold. Mr. Bingham attended. The subject of inquiry and investigation was the nature & design of baptism & to 23 �LEVI VOLUME 15 whom properly administered? Monday ApI. 4. By the Brig Active 138 days from Boston, reed. a paquet of letters & two bundles • containing publications. By the letters reed the information of the purpose of the Board to send us a new reenforcement expected to sail from the port of New Bedford in Deer. on board a ship called the New England. The families had an invitation to tea at Mr. Bingham's. Capts. Hussey & Wood were present and spent the evening and united with the families in the mon. con. prayer meeting. Tuesday April 5th 1831. Being the appointed season for our chh. meeting the members assembled in the school house at candle lighting. The meeting was opened by singing & prayer, and Mr. Bingham made a short address upon the subject of the Christians duty, obligation & responsibility. He then alluded to some rules he had proposed for consideration about a year ago in reference to an association for suppressing intemperance and repeated them which were as follows: 1. We will not drink spirits for the sake (stimulus) of the excitement occasioned by them. 2. We will not sell spirits for the sake of gain. 3. We will not manufacture spirits. 4 . We will not offer spirits to our friends, neighbors or strangers unless they are prescribed by a • temperate physician. 5. We will not give spirits to our workmen on account of their labor. Having distinctly stated these rules he proposed that those present who were willing to subscribe to them should rise which was followed by the whole company's rising. After some further conversation and remarks it was proposed that Gov. Adams, N aihe, Hoapili & Kaikioewa should stand at the head of an association to be called a Society for the Suppresion of intemperance and under them as a board of managers should be appointed twelve persons for the purpose of obtaining subscribers & attending to the concerns of the Society. Wednesday ApI. 6 1831. About one thousand people met this afternoon in the meeting house for the purpose of organizing a Soc. for the Suppression of intemperance. Gov. Adams read the regulations and then desired those who approved of them to rise which was followed by a simultaneous movement of the whole assemblage expressive of their assent to the rules & • readiness to subscribe to them. The names of the president vice presidents & managers were read & the assent of the meeting called for to their appointment, which was readily signified by the rising up of the whole assemblage. 24 �LEVI VOLUME 15 Gov. Adams as President called over the names of the board of managers & gave them books containing the regulations with blank leaves for the names of members. The Society being thus formed the • managers began immediately to take down the names of the members. Saturday April 9th 1831. Since Wednesday evening Mr. Bingham has exchanged communications with several of the residents in the village respecting a report said to have been communicated to Mr. Bingham and said also to have been disclosed by him to several individuals and declared publicly in the church some time in the course of Wednesday the purport of which was that Mr. B. had been told that the white residents or principal residents had conspired against his ~ Mr. B.s ~ life. The first COffin. from the following gentlemen ~ J.e. Jones, Wm. French, Stepn. Reynolds & Hemy A Pierce, requesting from Mr. Bingham an explicit answer whether he had been thus told. Mr. B. answered explicitly that he had not been told that the principal residents had conspired to take his life. Next day Friday Dr. Rooke wrote up inclosing a note from Mr. Jones which he had just recd. requiring him to appear before a com. of gen. to say whether he had told MI. Bingham that the white residents had conspired against his Mr. B's life for added the note Mr. B. has stated in public and private that this is the fact & it can be proved & if it be not a fact that you are his informer he shall suffer for the consequences. This was the exact sentiment of the note though not the • precise words. MI. B. returned an answer to Dr. Rooke and then penned a note to MI. Jones requiring him to take back the length & breadth of of the assertion and that if he did not he should feel at liberty to complain of him to the Sand. lsI. Government & to the Govt. of the u.S. MI. Jones very soon returned an answer, and was followed by an another from Mr. Bingham and a third from Mr. Jones in which he declined any further controversy. As Mr. Jones in one of his communications said that his Mr. B's reply to the first communication was an evasion of the question proposed by the gentlemen and that Mr. Reynolds had twice put the question to Mr. B. whether he had circulated the report which had occasioned so much excitement he gave no answer; MI. B. addressed a note to the authors of the first letter & another to Mr. Reynolds requesting an explicit answer to the questions whether the ansI. of MI. B. was evasive and whether Mr. B. had addressed the inquiries as above stated. To these answers were recd the first was that the answer was evasive only ~ and from Mr. Reynolds something of a long reply, but a denial that he put the question directly though he • mentioned the subject to MI. B. who made no reply. It is very certain that no small excitement exists in the village and it is not improbable that threats have been made touching the life of Mr. Bingham. This Mr. Reynolds thought not unlikely. 25 �LEVI VOLUME 15 A communication has been sent to the King from the principal residents petitioning for a redress of grievances. The paper was sent to Mr. B. this afternoon by the King, to be translated. • Wednesday ApL 13th. The members of the different families of the station and all the principal chiefs, including the King, and not excluding Liliha, took tea at the house of Mr. Bingham and spent part of the evening ~ all the company appeared to be in good spirits and the chiefs notwithstanding some political changes, to the disgrace of one, & the lessening of the possessions & authority of another, seemed to entertain a good degree of kind feeling towards each other. The King was perfectly easy and sociable joined in singing a hymn or two and made the room ring as often as anyone with his laugh & pleasantry. Mr. Bingham proposed prayer in which all seemed willing to join and Laanui in a reverent & becoming manner addressed the throne of grace. Soon after the prayer part of the company took leave & part remained to enjoy further conversation & social intercourse. Kapiolani was very pleasant in their remarks respecting the conduct of the foreigners since the late restrictions. One day last week she road out with Mr. French who had a good deal to say against the restrictions on riding out on the Sabbath. She gave some account of a conversation she had held with Mr. Jones respecting keeping holy the Sabbath. He requested to be informed who had told the • ~ ~ ~ people the Sabbath was to be sanctified & kept holy She said God He said Indeed? Did God tell you so? No ~ Mr. Bingham told you. ~ No, she said, that is what God says in his law. Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. He said the day was designed for rest & relaxation. The conversation was stopped by the entrance of the king to the place where they were conversing together & the gentleman immediately turned & went to another part of the room. We were gratified with the firmness of Ka piolani & readiness to answer & confute the cavils of the enemies of religion. A striking fact this and worthy of note that one who but a little time ago was a heathen should undertake to defend the institutions of religion against the cavils of persons brought up under the light of the gospeL Surely this is a fulfIlment of what Christ said: the last shall be first & the first last. Saturday April 16th. By the Ship Ann Capt. Brayton a very friendly man, we recd. letters from Hilo from Mr. Green & Mr. Goodrich. An accident happened on board this ship soon after she came to anchor .- While in the act of furling up the main top sail, one of the men on the yard lost his balance and pitched over it ~ in falling he caught hold of another man & drew him along & this other man caught hold of another so that three men were precipitated from a height of thirty feet. Two of them struck the deck & one of those who struck the deck was very badly hurt & the other less so and the one who fell overboard 26 �LEVI VOLUME 15 the least. By this vessel Mr. Goodrich sent down 44 plank & half barrel ofkukui oiL The plank by the kindness of • the captain were rafted ashore this afternoon. Sabbath April 17th. Have learned that by order of the Gov. two or three persons who were riding out for pleasure were stopped & their horses taken from them. One other person had set out in defiance of the kapu which had been proclaimed publicly by the crier last week; but when assailed as he was about to leave his own yard he thought it prudent to retreat. Some of the natives were disposed to pursue him into his yard & seize his horse; but he drew a pistol & swore he would shoot the first one who attempted to do so, & the natives thought it prudent to withdraw. Kaahumanu & Kapiolani attended Sabbath School this afternoon. They seemed pleased with the remarks & conversation upon the 7th chap. of Acts which was the lesson. The conduct of Stephen & the character of his peresecuters attracted their attention. And they made a very just comparison between the conduct of those certain of the Synagogue of the Libertines Cyrenians &c. who assailed Stephen & the English American & others who in this land set themselves against the truth & suborn men to bear false witness against its propagators. • By the Ship Wilmington & Liverpool Packet which arrived to day recived letters & an invoice of a valuable shipment of supplies on board that vessel. Attended with Mr. Clark the meeting for the instruction of candidates the subject of conversation was experimental religion. Monday ApL 18 1831. Reed. a call from Cap. Alexander Russell of Ship W. & L Packet which has supplies for the mission. He appears a pleasant man, hope he will prove truly friendly. Learn that the excitement in the village is greater than it ever has been before in consequence of the seizure of the horses for violation of the Sabbath. Tuesday April 19 1831. Ann. examination of the schools commenced. The schools of Honolulu exhibited. Mrs. C. reed. a box to day from Pequea landed form the ship Wilmington & L Packet. Friday April 22. Yesterday morning the Ship having our supplies on board came into the harbor and in the afternoon the people began to land them. I borrowed a scow for the convenience of getting the articles on shore ~ and I find greatly facilitated the landing of them. This afternoon the last of the articles was landed. I have not been able to get them all up to the establishment ~ the lath & some of the shingles I left 27 �LEVI VOLUME lS on the wharf. Part of the barrels I lodged in a house belonging to Kaina and he was kind enough to remove by the aid of his own men all the joist into his yard for safety. • This afternoon the Examination of the Schools close. The whole number who have exhibited and who are all readers is 5443. The examination upon the whole is the most interesting of anyone we have ever had and certainly it has been the most laborious & thorough. Monday May 2nd. Monthly Concert; met in the evening at the house of Mr. Bingm. By invitation some of the chiefs who are soon to leave took tea with us viz. Hoapili, Naihe, Kapiolani & Kekapuohe. Tuesday 3rd. The Paki said for Lahaina by which Hoapili ma took passage for their homes. I had put a few articles on board for the Station. Have learned that 20 or thirty foreigners combined to have a rout in the village on the Sabbath, having armed themselves with clubs & knives; about one half of the number were mounted on horse back; The object of the rioters was to set at defiance the kapu & to intimidate the natives. When Gov. Adams was informed that foreigners were riding through the village he sent some of his people to seize the horses: his people were opposed and one of them received a blow with a club & was considerably hurt. The foreigners ,e supposed they had gained their point because they drove the men despatched to seize the horses. But they were far from being victorious in the end, for yesterday the Gov. called them to an account and seized a number of the horses eight or nine I have been told & took possession of the house of the foreigner who wounded the native. One of the men who lost a horse went to the King to recover it but the king told him to pay what the horse cost. Thursday May 5th 1831. Naihe & Kapiolani and the other Hawaii chiefs left this morning in the Keokoi. Kia one of our native woman the wife of Harry our cook has left us to go up with the chiefs to visit her friends. She will return after she has finished her ue i ke aloha. Sabbath, May 8th. The number of those who come out on Sabbath morng to attend worship having become so great that the meeting house is not sufficient to contain them it has been thought desirable that those who are not able to get into the house should be recommended to assemble in the school house and that one of our number should meet with & address them. A fortnight ago word was given out that a \ • service would be conducted for the benefit of those for whom there was room in the house; Last Sabbath Dr. Judd made a beginning & the school house was filled; the number present was probably not less than one thousand. 28 �LEVI VOLUME 15 This day I undertook to conduct the services. The number present was about the same as last Sabbath. I read a chapter from the Gospel of Luke & made remarks from the words ~ Strive to enter in at the strait • gate &c. Gov. Adams was one of the congregation and he was invited to offer one of the prayers. Tuesday May 10th 1831. The Waverly sailed for KauaL I wrote a hasty letter to Mr. Gulick and sent a few articles. Kaahumanu was kind enough to detain the vessel to enable me to send the things on board. Mr. Bingham & I have reed. a piece of land from Kaahumanu this day: it is situated at Koolau. It was given to us in connexion with a grant made to the school committee or poe Kaahele ike hale kula ~ The place is Kaluanui my land is called Halawa & I have given the care of it to Ehu. Mr. Bingham reed. a call from Capt. Cole yesterday & another today. He is very much dissatisfied with the regulations of the Chiefs forbidding riding on the Sabbath, sports &c. Says riding on the Sabbath is in no other country forbidden & wished Mr. Bingham to go with him to the king to interpret some things he desired to say to him respecting a hors'e which Gov. Adams had seized for a violation of their kapu against riding. Friday May 13th 1831. Taken with a pain in my left foot ~ seemed like a sprain though not conscious of having wrenched it. The pain increased till I could scarcely bear to put my foot to the ground and I could • not move about with any comfort. Saturday 14th. Early this morning I was attacked with pain in the bowels & diarrhoea. Sent for Dr. Judd, and he gave me medicine ~ pain continued through the day & evening ~ I have experienced a very uncomfortable day. The Dr. gave me more medicine which operated well but did not remove the pain. My complaint appears to be billious and I have very little doubt but my liver is affected. Sabbath 15th. My health is better to day but have not felt able to attend divine service ~ did not go to my Sabbath SchooL Monday 16th. Employed a new workman to day ~ a glazier to set the glass of my house. So I am obliged to go about my work again though I am quite feeble and it would be much better for me to be confined to my room. This afternoon the Packet arrived from Kauai and we had the pleasure of receiving Mr. Whitney to this station. He has come up with the translation of a Geography to go on to Lahaina to review it with the • brethren of that station. He will lodge in the chamber over the printing room. Saturday May 21st. This afternoon, Mr. W. embarked for Lahaina on board of the Waverly, which by direction of Kaahumanu sails to the windward & will bring down as many of the brethren & sisters to 29 �LEVI VOLUME 15 attend the Gen. Meeting & choose to come. Sabbath 22nd. Dr. Judd attended the meeting in the School house & conducted the services. The house • was filled. In the evening I attended with Mr. Clark the meeting with the candidates ~ The subject of inquiry & remark was the Judgement. Tuesday 24th. The King, Kinau and some others of the chiefs set out to make a visit to Koolau to be absent several weeks. They passed by towards Waikiki with a numerous train early in the morning. Dr. Judd accompanied them and perhaps he may go as far as Maunalua. Wednesday May 25th. The Brig Crusader commanded by Cap. John Meek sailed today for Norfolk Sound. Finished painting the roof of the store & dwelling house. The material which I put on is a sort of cement and is such as the roof of Mr. Whitney's house is covered with. I think it will be a good preservative of the shingles and some security against fire. The receipt for the cement is as follow. Take one measure of find sand, two of wood ashes & three of lime mix them together with such a coloring as may be fancied and let the materials be combined with as much oil as will allow of the • substance being put on with a painters brush. Thursday June 2nd. A ship, called the Milo of New Bedford, came to anchor this evening. The state of things on board is very singular. At Lahaina where she first stopped the officers and crew except the third & fourth mate deserted the vesseL The cap. came down here for help. Mr. Reynolds, who is in the absence ofMr. Jones the Agent of seamen, went up. The men were taken & secured carried on board the ship & have been brought down here. There appears to be no very specific or sufficient charge made by the deserters as a justification of their conduct, they declare that they do not like the captain and say they will not go in the vesseL Mr. Reynolds it seems was a good deal perplexed with the business, and when he arrived here made a sad complaint against Mr. Richards that he had not treated him civilly mearly because Mr. R. had not invited him to his house though he acknowledged that he had not met with Mr. R. til a few moments before he left the shore to embark for this place. He also remarked very severely on the conduct of Mr. Whitney for not speaking to him. • Saturday June 3 1831. This morning a Cap. Hill who arrived in the Milo called upon Mr. Bingham having a letter of introduction from Mr. Evarts: Cor. of the A.B.GEM. The gentleman appears to be well informed and has acquaintance with some in Am. and Eng. high in office. He professes to have taken 30 �LEVI VOLUME 15 passage into the Pacific for a benevolent purpose. His plans for doing good he has not fully developed. This afternoon the Waverly arrived from the windward and we had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Bishop • & Mr. Ruggles who have come down to attend the Gen. Meeting having left their families at Kuapehu. Mr. Thurst~n & family started to come down but Mrs. T. was overtaken by labor before the vessel arrived at Lahaina & on the arrival there she & the family were landed there & took up their quarters with Mr. Richards. Sabbath, June 5th. Mr. Bishop preached in the morning to a full congregation of natives and Mr. Clark preached in English to a larger number of foreigners that usually attend at this place upon the preaching of the GospeL Mr. Bingham preached to the native congregation this afternoon a sermon adapted to the solemn occurrence of Friday afternoon; the sudden death of Hawanawana the wife of Kahananui who fell of a appoplectic shock while relating her experience in reference to being propounded to the Church. Monday June 6th. Monthly concert. Mr. Bishop preached to or rather addressed those who assembled this afternoon. Tuesday June 7th. this afternoon we were cheered by the arrival of the ship New England with a third reenforcement consisting of three ordained Missionaries & their wives & one secular man and his wife who • are named as assistants in any department. Their names are as follows: Dwight Bladwin [sic Baldwin] Reuben Tinker Sheldon Dibble Andrew Johnstone secular Three of the Gent. came on shore and we had the happiness in uniting with them in thanksgiving to God for his kindness in bringing them to these shores in circumstance of great mercy & comfort. Wednesday June 8th. The new missionaries have all come on shore and this afternoon they have been introduced to the King & chiefs; the interview was a pleasant one; it took place in the afternoon at the Kings house. Saturday June 11 tho The New England has not yet been got into the harbor owing to an unusually strong trade. • Monday June 13 1831. The N. England got into the harbor this morning and the landing of the supplies was commenced in the forenoon, Mr. Johnstone & Mr. Bishop received them at the wharf & Mr. Johnstone took the account. The cart was occupied in bringing them up. Most of the articles were landed during the 31 �LEVI VOLUME 15 day & all that were not drawn up were lodged safely in Kaina's house & yard. A large boat obtained by the Captain & a scow by myself were kept constantly occupied during the day and the greatest dispatch was • made into the landing of the supplies. The whole amt. of which could not be much less than 40 tons ~ and perhaps it was more & all except a few tons were landed this day & all suitably taken care of. I had about 12 natives employed besides the assistance rendered by Kaina & Ehu. Tuesday 14. Two carts employed this day in drawing up supplies & all except 2 cart loads of the articles designed now to be brought to the store house were drawn up. All the goods brought up have been lodged in the cellar of the new stone house which is found sufficient to contain the whole of the shipment by the N. England. The Pahi arrived from Lahaina & the brethren from the windward have come down to attend to the business of a Gen. meeting. Viz. Messrs. Thurston, Richards, Andrews, Green & Goodrich & Mr. Whitney. Wednesday June 15th 1831. The brethren convened to organise the Gen. meeting, present all the older missionaries of the different stations except Mr. Gulick. Sabbath 19th. Reception of new missionaries to the ch. & also of native candidates. Tuesday 28. The business of the Gen. meeting closed having been continued from day to day till the '. present time. Much amity & good feeling have existed through out all the deliberations & the brethren are now about ready to return to their stations. Thursday 30th. This day the brethren left for their different stations ~ The bre. for the windward took passage in the Becket which has been sent by the chiefs for our accommodation & Mr. Whitney took passage in the packet for KauaL July 2nd 1831. The Gent. of the Mission & family have reed. a polite invitation from the foreign residents to a dinner on the 4th inst. which the Mission family saw fit to decline and an answer was returned to the Com. of arrangements to that effect couched in as polite terms as could readily be done. Wednesday Augt. 3 ~ 1831 ~ After long waiting for a conveyance to Hilo for Mr. & Mrs. Dibble who have been appointed to that station, the Missionary Packet which has been undergoing some repairs, is at length at our disposal & every thing we have to send together with the effects of Mr. & Mrs. Dibble being • on board, she is ready to saiL After prayer at the Mission house in reference to the departure of our friends, we walked to the village and at about 10 o'ck embarked. As the secular affairs of the station, it is thought may be promoted by a visit 32 �LEVI VOLUME 15 from me, it has been determined that I should accompany the new helpers. Gen. Miller, a gentleman in military command in the PelUvian army, now on a visit to these islands for the benefit of his health, being • desirous to visit the volcano & no opportunity offering for a passage but the one presented by the Missionary packet, and having recd. an invitation from us to be of our company, embarked with us. Shortly after we had got on board the vessel set saiL Friday Septr. 2nd 183 L This morning I have had the great happiness of meeting my family & the brethren & sisters of the station after an absence of 30 days. Our passage hence to Lahaina was unusually long just 5 days ~ and our passage from Lahaina to Hilo still longer in proportion & tedious, being 12 days including 2 1/2 during which we stopped at Wailuku, having put in there on acct. of bad weather. There also we left Kaiana Mr. Green's native assistant & one of our most useful chh. members who was seriously ill on board and who died about a week after we had left to prosecute our voyage to Hilo. We arrived at Hilo on the 22nd. of Augt. and after attending to the business for which I made the visit, left on the evening of the 29th. Arrived at Lahaina on our return, in the night preceding the 1st inst, and towards evening of the 1st went on board to return to the island where we arrived about 10 o'ck this • morning. Saturday Septr. 3rd. The articles put on board the Packet at Hilo for the Mission, consisting of about 12 barrels of Arrow root a few koa plank & about 1~1/3 cords wood were landed and drawn up under the superintendence of Ehu. The Arrow root was lodged in the store of Capt. Hinckley who it is expected will purchase it. Monday 5th. Monthly concert. Tuesday 6th. Church meeting which I attended in comp.y with Mr. Bingham. Wednesday 7th. Meeting of the temperance society. Commenced the foundation of a native house to be built of dobies. Thursday, Septr. 8th. Mr. Johnstone who has been connected with my family ever since his arrival has completed his removal into the house of Mr. Ellis, where he expects to reside with his family for the present. • This afternoon the brethren of this station met to consult in reference to the Marquesas subject. The Chiefs have come to the conclusion to send the Catholics from the islands on board one of their vessels and Captn. Hill thinks the sailing of the vessel will afford an opportunity for a deputation from this mission 33 �LEVI VOLUME 15 to go to the Marquesas islands on a visit for the purpose of a survey. The question with us in reference to sending a deputation on board the same vessel with the Catholics, was that of expediency. The opinion of • each brethren being asked separately the result was that the conveyance is a very undesirable one and the duty of the mission not clear. It was thought best that one of our number should have an interview with Capt. Kelly master of a Brigantine now in port & bound to the South Sea islands, and ascertain whether he would on reasonable terms afford two of our number a conveyance to those islands. Mr. Tinker improved the opportunity of our being together to ask the advice of the station as to his present duty ~ whether to go to Lahaina to labor there in connexion with Mr. Richards & with a view to preach this fall to the seamen who may stop at that port, or to remain here. An opinion was expressed that his duty would be affected by the result of the question whether a survey of the Marquesas Islands should be immediately attempted or be posponed ~ if attempted, it would be proper for him to remain here, if deferred, he might follow his own inclination whether to go to Lahaina or to stay here. Friday Sept. 30th 1831. This morning Mr. Whitney and family arrived from Kauai. Their object is to seek a passage to the U.S. for their two sons. They will remain here till their object is accomplished or till it is evident that a suitable opportunity will not be presented this falL '. Monday Octr 3rd. Kaahumanu took a very decided stand to day with regard to Capt. Hinckley to him Kaikioewa had given a deed of a lot of land, which was not legal & which she insisted on being given up, but which Cap. H. refused to do . He was just ready to leave the islands in a ship to sail to day, Kaahumanu gave orders that he should not sail till he had given up the writing. This order had the effect to bring the matter to a crisis. He inquired of Kaahumanu "Who is King" ~ She said "Owau ~ The King is the head; but it is with me to direct". He then turned to Kaikioewa and asked Who is he ~ She replied he is he kanaka malalo iho ou ~ The Consul on hearing this declaration said to Capt. H. you must give up the paper ~ and it was given up. The foreigners have now been informed very distinctly who is Regent and whom they have to do the business of government with. Tuesday Octr. 11 ~ Mr.. Goodrich and family arrived to day from Hilo on board the Warren, Capt. Rees. They are accommodated with lodgings in the house now occupied by Mr. Shepard. Friday Octr. 14th. 1831. I have been occupied most of to day in arranging the rooms of the store & • Dwelling house into which I have caused to be removed the articles & furniture which was lodged in the room over the printing office, as Mr. Shepard needs the room for the accommodation of his family, his house now being occupied by Mr. Goodrich & family, and which he wishes to vacate entirely to their use. 34 �LEVI VOLUME 15 Wednesday 19th. Quarterly examination of schools in Honolulu commenced. Mr. Tinker & family left this afternoon for Lahaina where they go to reside for the present. They took passage in the Becket with all • their effects. Thursday 20th. Examination of schools closed. Whole number brought forward & presented as scholars 3133 ~ a greater number by more than 1000 than has ever been presented before as the scholars of Honolulu. Friday 21st. It is certain that Satan is very busy ~ the intelligence received last week from Lahaina respecting the Princess having been intoxicated is one evidence of it, and another has come to our knowledge this evening. It is this ~ Kekuanaoa for some reason having become jealous of his wife gave her a beating. Whether he has good ground for suspicion is what we do not yet know; but the person with whom he accused her of having had improper intercourse is no less a person than the King. It would seem strange that he should risk so much as to accuse groundlessly the King ~ It is said that both the King & Kinau were so much ashamed that they did not attend meeting on the Sabbath. Saturday Octr. 22nd 1831. Dr. Judd made inquiry today respecting the unpleasant occurrence which was communicated to Mr. Whitney last evening ~ namely that of Kekuanaoa's beating his wife, and he • learned that the story had been very much exaggerated; the affect was that he was displeased with her and wrenched her hand so severely as to cause her to cry out. From this the story was told that he had inflicted blows. We learn that the difficulty is settled and that Kekuanaoa has confessed himself in fault. Sabbath Octr. 23rd. Mr. Whitney preached both parts of the day to the native congregation which was as large as usuaL Mr. Clark went about 8 miles to preach to the people ofWaialae. Mr. Bingham preached at Manoa where he is now residing with his family. Kaahumanu attended worship there. lyir. Baldwin preached in English to a congo of about 50 seamen & residents. In the evening he conducted a service for the benefit of seamen at the house of Mr. Johnstone. My Sabbath school is better attended than it has been for many months past ~ a new excitement seems to exist for the study of the Scriptures; the Lord grant it may not only continue but increase. I met the candidates in the evening and conversed with them respecting the effects of the falL Monday Octr 24th 1831. Mr. Johnstone informed me that he walked to the village yesterday and as he • was passing by one of the grog shops a man by the name of Strong addressed him in a manner far from civil & wished to know the reason of his sending him the tract entitled the Swearers prayer. Mr. J. assured him that it was not a fact that he had sent the tract named.) how suitable soever it might be to his case, that the 35 �LEVI VOLUME 15 person who handed it to him had stated what was not true. He however did not seem to credit the statementi but the man who gave the tract happening to pass by while they were engaged in conversation • he was appealed to and he frankly confessed that he had given the tract in Mr. ].'s name regarding Strong a greater swearer than himself ~ this explanation ended the controversy and Mr. J. left. Another man said to Mr. Baldwin today that it is reported of the missionaries that they are growing rich from the sale of books perhaps. These are old stories and it is not strange to hear them told ~ worse things than these are told of us. The Rambler probably carried to the U.S. a statement that Mr. Bishop had been engaged in selling rum or spirituous liquors. A mulatto fellow by the name of Martyn made a statement in the presence ofMr. Jones that Mr. B. had sold him 2 gallons of spiritsi this was written down & handed to Capt. Hinckley in order to be carried home with him to Am. ~ no doubt to make use of against the mission. The fact is that upwards of 2 years ago Mr. B. gave this fellow & his partner who were at work for him an order on Mr. French's dealer at Kailua to pay for 2 Galls Gin, upon condition that the spirit should be brought to the house of Mr. B. & that he should deal it out 1 glass per day. Tuesday, Octr. 25 1831. Kaahumanu has had a conversation to day with Boki's creditors and has told them that his debts are not debts which it belongs to government to paYi but are his own private debtsi he • having been charged by the Gov. not to contract debts on its account and Boki having himself said that it was not his wish that govt. should pay his debts. To this declaration of Kaahumanu the foreigners were not able to reply. Mr. Shepard has come to the decision of removing to Lahaina & has begun to make preparation to embark in the New York which is expected to sail on Thursday to carry back Hoapili, who came down here on acct. of the illness of his daughter. Thursday 27th. We have been called today to part from a valued brother not indeed to go back to his native land, nor, as we hope, for a final separation; but to go to another station in hopes that his health may be benefited by relaxation from his ordinary labors. Mr. Shepard embarked just before noon on board the schr. New York with his family for Lahaina. It is our prayer that his movement may be blessed to the improvement of his health, if it should not he will be as favorably circumstanced to be comfortable as he would be here. Sabbath 30th. Mr. Whitney went yesterday to Ewa where the Chiefs now are and he conducts worship • with them today. Mr. Clark preaches all day to the congregation at this place. Mr. Bingham is at Manoa . Monday, October 31st. Mr. Whitney returned from Ewa today. With the assistance of Ehu I cleared out the cellar of the new store and dwelling house and it is my hope the carpenters will have done their work in 36 �LEVI VOLUME 15 a fortnight, and that in about 1 month we shall be able to move into the house permanently. I now attend to business in the house, but am not conveniently situated. • Tuesday Novr. 1st. The Becket arrived this forenoon from Lahaina, and letters came to hand from the brethren & sisters. Mr. Tinker had a comfortable passage & appears to be pleased with Lahaina & his associates as are also his associates with him. Mr. Shepard arrived Saturday morning and was gratified with the reception he reed. from his brethren. Mr. Andrews writes respecting his operations ~ he seems to be taking hold with spirit & his scholars are exerting themselves to build a school house, in which they have made desirable progress. Some of the scholars are in want of food not having reed. as much support from the chiefs as was expected. Miss Ogden in a letter to Mrs. C. states that on sabbath before last the princess made public confession of her fault & the last week appeared better than usuaL The br. & sisters hope with trembling respecting her. The Lord restore her to repentance & keep her from the paths of the destroyer. It is our prayer that she may prove to be a true convert and be used as an instrument of greatly advancing the cause in the islands . • • 37 � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0015 - 1830.10.27 - 1831.11.01 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1830.10.27 - 1831.11.01 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/4f38d5a37a247497edc5bb565fca98af.pdf bc89596be20a04ff1bc74ec659324376 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 16 ~ Volume XVI • November 5, 1831 August 14, 18l • Saturday November 5th 1831. This day has been observed by the families at this station as a season of fasting & prayer in reference to some important business that the chiefs of the nation have now in hand and which has an intimate connection with the interests of the Redeemer's cause in these islands. Viz. the sending away from the islands the French Catholics. The Chiefs have resolved to fit out the Waverly for a voyage to the coast of California to remove those men, and they are now making the necessary arrangements. They have engaged a Captain and a man for his mate, and the work of getting all things ready is going on as fast as possible. It is that divine guidance may be afforded the chiefs & that the mission may be prepared for the divine will that the families of this station have with one consent devoted this day to prayer & fasting. The families met at the house ofMr. Bingham at half past 3 o'ck P.M. for social worship. While we were assembled Cap. Hussey of the ship Cyrus which came to anchor last evening in the roads called upon us i. and he was invited to remain & unite with us in our social worship which did. Capt. H. has come in with a full ship & will sail in 10 days or a fortnight for the U.S. Mr. Whitney will probably send his two sons home in this vesseL I recd. by the hand of Cap. H. a letter from Capt. Stetson. Not having a full ship he had concluded not to stop at this port but pursue his course for New Albion. Sabbath, Novr. 6 1831. Mr. Bingham having come down from Manoa to spend a few days, he preached to the native congregation this morning on a subject which had a connection with the object of our fast yesterday from the words of Christ. Hear 0 Israel, the Lord thy God is one Lord and thou shalt love the Lord thy God &c. Mr. W. preached in the afternoon ~ Mr. Baldwin preached in English. Mr. Clark went to Koolau yesterday and he preached there today. Monday Novr. 14th. Mr. Whitney & family sailed for Kauai in the Becket. Kaikioewa also and family go down. Mr. Whitney's little boys who are expected to take passage for the U.S. in the Cyrus went to Kauai with their parents and Capt. Hussey will go down after them & will take in his refreshments there. • Sabbath 20th. Mr. Bingham preached in the morng. and Mr. Clark in the afternoon. Mr. Baldwin preached in English to about 50 persons who understand the English language including the Mission family. Capt. Brayton in the Ann from Hilo brot. letters from the brethren & sisters there, also letters from 1 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Lahaina where he stopped one night while his vessel lay off. Monday Novr. 21st. Recd. a quantity ofkoa plank from Hilo which Cap tn. Brayton was kind enough to • bring down in his ship and landed this morning without any trouble on my part. He has delivered over to the Governor two men foreigners whom he brought from Hilo) in consequence of their having secreted one of his men & stolen some things belonging to him. Captn. B. has showed himself very friendly and exceedingly well disposed toward the cause. Mr. Green speaks in high terms of his upright deportment and the care he took to prevent his men interfering with the regulations of the people at Hilo. Learn that all is quietness at Lahaina. Cap. B. says the captains who made difficulty & ill treated Mr. Richards were ashamed of themselves. Tuesday 22nd. I have sent this day on board the ship Cyrus, Cap. Hussey bound to the u.s. four bundles containing native cloth addressed to H.Hill Esq. Miss. Rooms Boston, care of Mr. Albert Gardner, Nantucket. This article we send to the Board in order that an experiment may be made of the manufacture of it into paper, agreeably to a vote of the Gen. Meeting passed in June last. This evening Mrs. Clark sent for some of her sisters to attend upon her in a season of trial which was • coming upon her. At about 11 at night she became the mother of a son, in very comfortable circumstances. Saturday, Novr. 26th 1831. Mrs. Baldwin this morning became a mother of a son ~ her first. The trial was very severe her pains commenced on Friday evening and continued with short intervals till just before daybreak. More than 36 hours & but for the use of the forceps she would never have been delivered. Sabbath 27th. Mr. Bingham being indisposed, Mr. Clark preached all day to the natives. Mr. Baldwin to the foreigners the fullest congregation we have had this season. Upwards of fifty seamen and others. The Cyrus Captn. Hussey sailed ~ goes to Kauai for refreshments and will take Mr. Whitney's two sons to the U.S. Monday 28th. Recd. a letter from Mr. Bishop today containing a statement signed by Jeremiah Martin respecting his being called before Capt. Charlton, Hinckley, Jones & others and questioned respecting an account which they had possession of for articles dId. Said Martin & a man by the name of Davis in payment for work on the walls of Mr. Bishops house. • This account was read to him and he was requested to say whether he had had the things ~ replying in the affirmative they required him to sign a paper they had drawn up & which was designed to be sent to America. The principal thing desired in this proceeding was to obtain a statement from Martin that the 2 �LEVI VOLUME 16 account was true & that he had obtained spirits while at work from Mr. Bishop. Tuesday Novr. 29 1831. The Bark called the Denmark Hill fitted out by Captn. Cole and Mr. Pierce for • a Whaling voyage sailed this day. This is the first Whaler that has ever been fitted out at these islands; and this is only an experiment. Saturday Decr. 3rd. Have been employed all this day with the aid of Mr. Goodrich in removing the paper, recd. by the Ship New England from the cellar of the Store house & storing it in the 10ft. Box No. 137 containing 101/2 reams of colored paper is not to be found. Found the box in the Pr. office. Saturday Decr. 10. Yesterday and to day during part of each Mr. Bingham & Clark have been occupied in examining candidates for church membership ~ A very considerable number of the serious natives who are desirous of availing themselves of the privileges of the Church have been standing about our houses to show themselves in hopes of being brought forward. I sent a note to each of the consuls containing a copy of the declaration of Mr. Bishop's two workmen respecting their not having purchased ardent spirits of him; which Mr. B. obtained of them to refute the charge made against him that he had sold them spirits. Sabbath Decr. 11 1831. This day is rendered worthy of special notice for having been a season of • communion with the Church at this place. Eight new members (were added by profession &) were admitted by baptism. The whole church then partook of the emblems of the Savior's body & blood. The number of communicants present were not far from two hundred. The weather was inclement but I am not aware that any of the native members were absent. Twelve new candidates were propounded. Monday Decr. 12th 1831. Kaahumanu has recd. a communication from the EngL Consul stating that one of the Catholics is a British subject, and that he has been applied to for protection; that the other tho. not a British subject yet as a subject of France having applied to him for protection, he feels it his duty to intercede for him. He complains of the order to the chiefs recently made known to them to be in readiness within a few days to take passage from the islands in the Waverly ~ he complains of this order as unjust as made with stating the crime for which they are "to be banished" & the place to which they are to be banished. Moreover he states that the captain who is to command the Waverly is not one with which his • British Majestys subject may in his opinion be sent away with comfort ~ and if they are sent away they must be carried to France or Great Britain or some of her dependencies ~ During last night & to day as well as yesterday afternoon rain has fallen copiously & drenched the ground. 3 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Tuesday Deer. 13th 1831. I have learned that the King, Kaahumanu & Kuakini had a consultation • -. respecting the communication of the English Consul reed. by Kaahumanu yesterday; and that the result of it was a full determination to follow their own plan of sending them away in their own vesseL The King seemed fully decided and was determined to persevere. Their decision was that they had the advice of their friends Capt. Hill, Gen. Miller & others & that therefore relying on divine guidance they would go forward. Have been employed most of the day in moving our personal effects into the new dwelling, in which we lodge tonight for the first time. Wednesday 14th. Our weekly Prayer meeting was held at my house. It being the first time of our convening within the walls, the house was solemnly dedicated to God and by prayer set apart for the exclusive use of the Mission. Thursday 15. With the help ofEhu and two native boys removed all the cotton goods, which have been stored in the cellar of the printers house & deposited them in the chamber of the new store house. Attended as usual the Poaha meeting. '. Friday Deer. 16th 1831. The funeral of one of the Church members Amosa Kupo was attended this afternoon. It is about 18 months since this man was admitted to the Church. He was formerly a pule ana ana ~ or Sorcerer ~ and much opposed christianity; but since his conversion he has been a very zealous supporter of it. All the church members attended at the meeting house which was pretty much filled. Mr. Bingham preached a sermon from these words. "They had heard only that he which persecuted us in time past, now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed, and they glorified God in me". Some account was given of the deceased ~ his character & doings while in the darkness of paganism ~ his conversion & subsequent conduct. He was a man of a good deal of spirit & energy and was an adept at this art. Of course he had much influence, while the people were under the power of delusion. After his conversion he exerted himself in favor of Christianity with much zeal, and used his influence to bring over to the faith of the Gospel those who like himself had been led captive by Satan at his will. His sickness was short ~ only four or five days. Saturday, Deer. 17th. Have been occupied most of the day in removing property from the old depository • cellar & placing it in the New building. Have also attended to miscellaneous things about the house connected with our moving. Saturday Deer. 24th. Every thing being ready for the departure of the Waverly, Kekuanaoa with a file of 4 �LEVI VOLUME 16 six men went to the house of the Catholics and requested them to proceed with him to the landing where a boat would be ready to take them on board the Waverly. They complied and proceeded with him to the ~ • . beach. Afterwards their effects were sent for & sent on board. A salute was fired on the occasion from both forts as Gov. Adams said for the king's brig. About 1 o'ck the Waverly left the harbor and after laying to a short time in the roads she directed her course to the windward and was soon out of sight. Thursday Decr. 29th 183 L A small vessel sailed for Kauai, Captn. Cole on whose business it went was kind enough to inform me of its sailing; and I wrote to Mr. Whitney & also to Mr. Gulick, to each a short note, and gave information of the departure of the Catholics. This evening as well as last Thursday evening our house has been thronged by natives to tell their manaos. Since the last communion those desirous of entering the church have been very urgent to receive our attention. In order to avoid being thronged with them at all times I have proposed to devote Thursday evening to the express business of hearing what they have to say. I find that most of those with whom I have conversed have but one story to tell; which is that they have forsaken the bad way and wish to give themselves to God to be entirely devoted to him. Friday 30. Before light this morning a woman and her husband came to the door and knocked. I went • to it and found she had a manao iki to communicate; which was that she had discovered that the way of man is a bad way but that God's way is right, that she had forsaken the bad way & desired to follow the word of God. I asked her why she came at this hour. She said her own heart desired it. Saturday Decr. 31st 183L I was called up this morning before light by Deborah who came to tell us that the king was intoxicated and had sent for a girl by the name of Kalama to come to him for a lewd purpose. Her particular object in coming was to inquire whether it would be proper for Kaahumanu to sail to the windward today as she had proposed in consequence of the notice of Naihes sickness received yesterday. It was her opinion that she ought not to go, as the result of this act of the king might be of serious import if she were not present to counteract it. In the course of the day we were more fully informed of this step of the king. He sought hard to gratify his passions, but failed as the girl had been taken under the particular care of Kanaina who is her uncle and none of the chiefs would give their consent. He has declared his wish to marry her, and if the chiefs cannot • dissuage him they will consent. Auhea was sent for and when she went to the kings house; the king informed her that he wished to hoao ; she asked if he would marry her; he answered in the affirmative. Where she asked; Here he replied 5 �LEVI VOLUME 16 ~ She inquired who he would have to marry him ~ His teacher of his Kahu ~ he said his Kahn. When this • conversation was reported to Kaahumanu she did not fully approve of it nor did Gov. Adams, and it is their determination to prevent it if possible. Sabbath January 1st 1832 It has been an unusually solemn day. The conduct of the king is what has given the peculiar cast to the solemnity, though the recent intelligence of the sickness of Naihe has not been without its due weight of influence. Kaahumanu and most of the high chiefs were absent from meeting in the morning having been with the king, during the night and continued with him during the time of service. The congregation was as large as usuaL Mr. Bingham preached from Deut. 33C. 25n. "As thy days so shall thy strength be." Mr. Baldwin preached in English and adapted his discourse to what he considered the case of the families at this station. Text 2 Chron. 17 "Now they began on the first day of the first month to Sanctify" &c. Monday 2nd. The chiefs held a consultation respecting a person or persons to go to Hawaii in • consequence of Naihe's illness. It had been the intention of Kaahumanu to go ~ but the affair of the king presented an obstacle and it was also thought not best under present circumstances that Gov. Adams should go. It was concluded that Aikanaka should go and afterwards that Keoua the wife of Gov. Adams should follow. Mr. Ruggles and the chiefs at Kaawaloa having urged Dr. Judd to come if possible on Naihe's account, he concluded to accompany Aikanaka, depending on the Packet, which is to carry Mr. Baldwin to Hawaii, for a conveyance back in season to go to Kauai by the last week in this month. Had a pleasant concert meeting in the Tuesday Jany. 3rd 1832. Have been much occupied to day sending Mr. .Baldwin's effects, & supplies for Waimea station, on board the missionary Packet. The chiefs and all the br. & sisters at this station took tea at our house this evening. I invited the King; but he declined coming. Kaahumanu has dealt very faithfully with the king, she has exhorted, entreated & warned him, but she • cannot persuade him to follow her advice. Wednesday 4th. Learn that the king last night got possession of Kalama, and that to day he goes out with his company to the billiard room. It is the intention of Kaahumanu to follow him and if possible to 6 �LEVI VOLUME 16 separate him from the girl and induce him to abandon his evil course. Learn also that the king is insisting • upon his attendants drinking rum. Yesterday he turned out a glass for each one of his hulumanu and used his authority to make them drink it ~ at least to drink some, saying that those who would drink were his mea makemake loa. About noon the Missionary Packet sailed with Mr. & Mrs. Baldwin and Miss Ward, Mr. & Mrs. B. go to take possession of the their station at Waimea and Miss Ward goes to reside with Mr. & Mrs. Ruggles at Kaawa10a. Thursday Jany. 5th 1832. A greater number of people than usual have been about our doors seeking to tell their manao and to inform us of their desires to surrender themselves soul & body to the Lord. The attendance upon the poaha has not been diminished in consequence of the license to wickedness given by the example of the King. Friday Jany. 6. The families at this station have observed this day as a day of fasting & prayer in reference to the present state of things and also to pray for the outpouring of the Spirit of God. The native members of the chh. have joined in the observance of the day and we have reason to think strictly. rI,. Had a pleasant family meeting in the evening at the house of Mr. Bingham. Learned that on Wednesday John Ii had a very serious and faithful conversation with the king respecting his course, and prayed with him, and that afterwards he addressed the kings attendants and warned them very faithfully. The king was affected to tears and acknowledged that he was wrong and that Kaahumanu was right and at the request of John Ii kneeled down with him & prayed and confessed his sin. By a letter from Mr. Whitney to Mr. Bingham learn that Kaikioewa is ill and threatened with delirium or mania and he has requested an associate who in case of his being laid aside may take the direction of public affairs. Sabbath January 8th 1832. The services of the morning were unusually solemn. Mr. Bingham preached a very faithful and very interesting sermon from Acts.26~ 28 "Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian". The king was present in a distant part of the meeting house and it is said gave strict attention to the sermon. Mr. Clark preached in the afternoon from the words ~ "How then can I do this great wickedness & sin against God." • Mr. Clark conducted the English services by reading a selected sermon and offering the usual number of prayers. Monday Jany. 9. Learned this morning that one of our working cattle had been beaten by the natives 7 �LEVI VOLUME 16 somewhere Iv1auka where the animal had been trespassing and was unable to walk. I went to the place where he was with the native whose business it is to drive up the oxen, and found the creature in a bad • condition indeed with the bone of one of his thighs broken. Being certain that the creature would be of no more service I conclude to have him killed and I gave orders to that effect. Ehu and some natives with him went to the spot. Mr. Goodrich & I followed. Mr. G. performed the part of a butcher by knocking the animal in the head & cutting his throat and the natives flayed him cut up his flesh & brought it to the house, and I divided it among the families. Thursday Jany. 12 1832. Mr. Bingham had an interview with the king last evening and it was of such a nature as to afford hope that the king is not lost to all compunction and all hope of recovery. The interview was prolonged to about two hours & most of the time confined to the two in a retired apartment. The King acknowledged his offense as fully as could have been desired and asked what he should do. From the tenor of his conversation it appeared that he had supposed this step of his would nave occasioned great disorder throughout the place and thrown every thing into confusion; but it had not had that effect and this seemed a matter of astonishment to his mind. He said God was ikaika loa ~ the pono was ikaika loa. Mr. Bingham told him the cause of God could not be overthrown and this had been his conviction from the • moment he had heard of his misstep. The Lord would take care of his cause & of his people. At the close of the interview Mr. Bingham proposed prayer and asked the king to pray. He said he would pray after Mr. B. Mr. B. offered prayer & then the king prayed apparently with sincerity, confessed his sin & that humbly. The New York arrived from Hawaii and brought news of the death of Naihe, which took place on the 29th ulto. The Pakii arrived yesterday from MauL Learn that Mrs. Richards was confined on Tuesday the 10th with a daughter and was comfortable. The Packet with Mr. Baldwin arrived at Lahaina on Friday & sailed for Hawaii on Monday about noon. Saturday Jany. 14th 1832. Dr. Judd arrived from Hawaii in the Packet. The vessel it seems arrived at Kailua with Mr. Baldwin & family & Miss Ward on Tuesday evening ~ Wednesday sailed for Kawaihae ~ arrived there on Thursday & in the evening got under way to return to this place was becalmed till Friday morning & when the breeze sprung up directed her course for Honolulu nei and arrived about 8 o'ck A.M. • SabbathJany. 15th 1832. Mr. Bingham preached an impressive sermon from the words- "0 Lord revive thy work" ~ to which solemn attention was given. The king we learn is at Ewa several of the members of the Chh. were absent probably with him. Hope the day will be observed by him and his 8 �LEVI VOLUME 16 company. Hope it is not to get from the influence of the Sanctuary that he has gone away from this place. Monday January 16th 1832. Dr. Judd & family sailed this afternoon for Kauai in the Packet. Keliiahonui goes down to attend to business of the chiefs. About the same time the Wailele with Aikanaka • on board sailed for Hawaii. The king returned for Ewa this morning ~ on our way to the landing in compy with D. Judd & family we met him. We saluted him and were saluted kindly in return. Dr. Judd told him he was going to Kauai and the king asked him to write back and inform him of the state of his Kahu's health. Tuesday Jany. 17 1832. The Pakii arrived this morning from Lahaina with Hoapili who comes down by invitation from Kaahumanu to sit in council respecting the marriage of the king. Hoapili and Kaahumanu spent most of the forenoon at the house of Mr. Bingham in conversation respecting the king's matters. Wednesday 18th. Removed all the common stock articles which remained in the old mission house into the new store house. This evening had the company to take tea of Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Mr. & Mrs. Clark & Mr. & Mrs. Johnstone and had the weekly conference at the close. Thursday Jany 19th 1832. Quarterly examinations of the schools of Honolulu took place. The whole number of scholars presented was about 2900. We were gratified to see the king present with his schooL Saturday 21. The Packet arrived from Kauai & brought letters from Dr. Judd & the brethren. The • health of Kaikioewa was no better than when we heard from him the last time before this. The Dr. detained the Schr. one day in order to state what effect the bleeding & medicine which he had administered would have upon him. Took tea at Mr. Bingham's in company with Mr. & Mrs. Clark. Sabbath, Jany 22. The day has been unusually cold with a strong wind from the Westward. Mr. Bingham preached both parts of the day. The congregation less than usual ~ owing to the cold. Friday Feby 3rd. Mr. Peirce, Mr. Reid & Capt. Little took tea at the house of Mr. Bingham. Mr. Reid is a gentleman who has been engaged in business in South America and is about to sail for Lima in the brig Convoy and offers to take charge of letters for the u.S. promising to secure a conveyance for them thither. He mentioned in course of conversation that he and Mr. French had made a proposition to the chiefs to hire a tract of land inland of the district of Ewa. That their object was to cultivate cotton & raise cattle ~ • ?' that they had intended in case the chiefs consented to their proposal to layout $20,000 in fences & improvements. Mr. R. seemed certain that he could succeed in the culture of cotton & stated his belief that in 4 years he could clear the capitaL The proposal was not acceded to by the chiefs. He thinks of returning 9 �LEVI VOLUME 16 in 4 months whether to renew his application he did not state certainly though he seemed to think there would by & by be some change in government or in the views of the rulers so as to favor his proposition. • Saturday Feby. 4th 1832. Called upon Mr. Pitman who is very low with consumption. He seemed gratified that I called. I expressed to him my desire and that of my brethren to contribute in any way in our power to his comfort & offered to watch with him at night should there be need for it. He thanked me & said he thought it not necessary. I should have said something particularly to him on the subject of religion; but had learned from Mr. Bingham who had called several times upon him, that he did not wish the subject named in his presence: he wished no dispute; his views & ours were different: he was a universalist and had his mind fully made up ~ his father was a universalist before him & died in that faith: he was brought up under the instruction ofMr. Murry of Boston and was fully satisfied with the doctrine of universal salvation. Sabbath Feby 5th. A very full congregation in the moming Mr. Bingham preached; in the afternoon house not so full ~ the king present, Mr. Clark preached. Monday Feby. 6th 1832. Monthly concert met to observe the season at the house ofMr. Bingham. Seven or eight residents present. Some pertinent remarks were made suited to impress the strangers, who • we were gratified to see at our prayer meeting. Tuesday 7th. The Convoy sailed for Lima, by the hand of Mr. Reid sent several letters for the U.S. Mr. Bingham addressed a letter to Gen. Miller. Wednesday 8th. Weekly prayer meeting at my house. 4 residents present & appointed my house as the place for meeting on next Wednesday evening. By the Packet which arrived yesterday from Kauai reed. 7 barrels of molasses which were landed and drawn up today. Thursday 9th. The number of persons who come to the house to tell thoughts is as great as usual: but do not perceive much evidence of deep conviction of sin in any. all of them are desirous to give themselves to God ~ to hoolilo ~ & most of them fancy they are fit to participate in all the ordinances. I do all I can to impress them with the importance of being true at heart. Friday Feby. 10th 1832. I have never noticed so large a collection of people to attend Poalima as this • afternoon. There is certainly somewhat of an unusual attention to religion. What the nature of the impressions are on the minds of those who attend it is not easy to find out; doubtless some are wrought upon by the Spirit of God. Packet sailed again for Kauai. 10 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Saturday Feby 11 1832. The wind is from the sea and the weather has rather a lowering appearance. I have been preparing my ann. acct of expenses of the mission for the year endg. ApL 30 1831, to send to the • Treasr. of the Board, by the way of Canton by the Brig. Diana which is soon to sail for that place. Sabbath 12. The house of God as full as usuaL Mr. Bingham preached in the morning from Prov. "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man but the end thereof are the ways of death. ~ Mr.. Clark preached in the afternoon from 1 Chon. 18. 9 ~ If thou seek him he will be found of thee; but if thou forsake him he will cast thee off forever. Recd. letters from Lahaina & Hilo. Mr. Green states that there has been a recent eruption of the volcano & that it was attended by several shocks of earthquakes. A few days after it took place he visited it with his family & associates. An opening had been made on the east side of the crater which had discharged lava, the bed of the crater is somewhat altered but is not deeper than it was two years ago. Mr. G. made a tour into Puna and preached in most of the villages & settlements during the excursion he preached twenty two times. From Lahaina were sent down the remaining pages of the Geography containing the Tables. Monday Feby. 13th. The wind continues from the sea; but notwithstanding the weather looks very • unfavorable. Hoapili sailed for Lahaina in the Paalua which was beat out of the harbor. In the evening & night a considerable rain felL Tuesday 14th. The Paalua returned not being able probably to make much progress against the wind which has been strong with a heavy sea. Friday 17th. The Paalua has been detained till to day by winds from the sea. The weather having been boisterous & rainy. This morning the Paalua & Pulaholaho left the harbor & stood off and on till noon. I sent a few articles on board the former for Lahaina, the natives in carrying them down let fall a jug contg .a gallon of linseed oil & broke it & spilled the oiL Hoapili did not leave till about noon having staid to hold one more conversation with the king. The wind in the mean time freshened for the westward & blew quite strong. Saturday Feby. 18 1832. This day the Brig. Diana Cap. Little sailed for Canton ~ Mr. French & Cap. Cole passengers. By her we sent various communications for the United States. • The Packet arrived from Kauai ~ we were disappointed in not finding Dr. Judd & family on board: but a letter from the Dr. explained the cause. Mrs. Gulick had not been confined and the weather was so tempestuous that it was not safe for the Schr. to remain on the Waimea side of the island. 11 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Sabbath Feby. 19. The king was at meeting both parts of the day and sat in his old place near the pulpit. We were glad to see him again in the house of God. The Lord have mercy upon him and upon the cause ~ • the cause is every thing. Monday 20th. The confinement of Mrs. Goodrich took place this evening ~ has a son. Though the case was a difficult one and was conducted without the aid of a physician it terminated happily and Mrs. G. and the infant are comfortable. Wednesday 22nd. The natives informed me this morning that one of our oxen had been trespassing and had been beaten and was in a bad condition. I went myself to see what the difficulty was and found the ox (one of the largest & best of our working cattle) lamed ~ his shoulder broken & in other respects bruised and unable to walk. Aware that the creature could not be healed, I requested Mr. Colcord to get him killed proposing to let him have the creature at his own price; to which he consented promising to do the best he could with the flesh. This is the second of our working oxen which has been maimed by the natives for trespassing in such a manner as to render it necessary to take the life of the creature. Friday Feby. 24th 1832. A ship called the Woliston, Capt. Whitney which arrived on Saturday the 18th on her way to Canton sailed today in prosecution of her voyage. Committed a few letters to the care of the • captain to be forwarded from Canton to the U.S. A brig came to anchor just before evening and we gained the information that she was from Boston almost 6 months out bound for California ~ that it had not been the intention of the commander to call at the islands; but having had sickness on board & lost his carpenter he concluded to stop with a view to replace him & land his cook who was sick. We learned verbally that a number of missionaries were to be sent to these islands ~ report says eight couple and were to sail in about a month or six weeks after the brig: It is also reported that when the brig sailed Cap. Lambert was to sail in a few days for these islands. Mr. Johnstone being at the village in the evening was informed that the papers communicated the mournful intelligence of the death of Mr. Evarts our revered Cor. Secy. He could not learn any particulars. The notice was communicated in an advertisement of a Sermon for Sale «Tribute to the Late Jereh. Evarts, Esqr." preached at New York by Gardiner Spring. • On board the Brig Mr. Johnstone learned there was a female passenger a Mrs. Homes, who is on her way to join her husband on the coast. He requested her to be informed that she should be wellcome to accommodations at his house if it should be agreeable to her. 12 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Saturday Feby. 25th 1832. The Cap. of the Brig Hersey & a Gent. by the name of Larkin accompanied Mrs. Homes to the house of Mr. Johnstone. • We have been happy to procure from Mrs. H. a paper which contains some account of the last hours of our beloved Cor. Sec. He died at Charistone S.c. May 10. His exit was what might have been expected from the nature of his life. It was most triumphant. In another paper which came into our hands we find an account of a most outrageous transaction in regard to some of our missionaries among the Cherokees ~ two of them the Rev. J.A. Worcester & Dr. Butler had been arrested for residing within the chartered limits of the State of Georgia without a license from the State. And this was made the ground of the most abusive & inhuman treatment. Tuesday Feby. 28th. The Packet sailed for KauaL Sent quite a package of letters to the brethren from the different members of the station. Strong trade wind and frequent showers. Wednesday 29. Copious showers of rain and what is not very common wind off shore blowing strong. A periodical has come into our hands from which we get most cheering intelligence of the copious effusions of the Holy Spirit upon the American churches ~ it is estimated that 1,000 churches have been visited with a revival of pure religion and that not less than 50,000 persons have been converted. Several colleges have • also been visited and 320 are recorded as the fruits of these revivals in the literary institutions. Saturday March 3rd 1832. The Brig Ivanhoe came to anchor this evening. Papers have been reed. from the coast which came over land from Vera Cmze as late as last Deer. ~ A notice it seems is contained in one which has come to hand that missionaries were to sail for these islands last of Nov. in the ship Avarick of New Bedford. The number of missionaries is stated to be 19 ~ 10 males & 9 females including a physician & printer & eight ordained clergymen. Tuesday 6th. At the Church meeting a number of persons were examined in reference to being propounded on the coming Sabbath when the candidates on probation will be reed. to the Church & the Lord's Supper administered. Thursday 8th. A number of individuals more were examined at the close of the :poaha meeting. Friday March 9th 1832. A Brig called the Bolivar Liberator 119 days from New York arrived this morning. Capt. Underwood states that he stopped at Juan Fernandez and there learned that an America • Brig had been taken possession of about 20 days before his arrival by about 100 convicts who were on the island. The Captain he learned had his wife on board and child. The Cap. on his arrival run the vessel pretty near in and lowered his boat & went on shore. He was seized by some of the convicts and threatened 13 �LEVI VOLUME 16 with death unless he would bring his vessel to anchor for they had determined upon seizing her. He gave orders accordingly to his men to come to anchor. The convicts then took possession and were occupied two • days in putting articles bullocks &c. on board and then departed for what place it is not known. It is feared that the Brig is the Chalcedony of Boston, Cap. Steel who sailed about the middle of Octr. for these islands having his wife on board. It is very probable that the Chalcedony would have communications for the mission and perhaps supplies. Saturday March 10th. The Packet arrived from Kauai & much to our surprise did not bring the Doctor. Kekauonohi and her husband had decided on coming; but did not embark at Waimea designing to go by land to a place called Mokuleia whither they sent the vessel before. The vessel on her arrival very nearly got into the surff and got off as well as she could. The wind blew so hard that they in the vessel were obliged to shift for themselves as well as they could ~ One of the shrouds gave way the foresail was considerably tom & the captain found it expedient to make the best of his way to Oahu for the safety of the vessel without waiting for the chiefs. Mrs. Gulick had not been confined and that was the reason of the Drs. not coming. As soon as the vessel can be put in order she will go back again. • Sabbath March 11th 1832. This has been a Communion season with us. The propounded members 12 in number reed. to the Ch. and 20 more were propounded, persons who had been previously examined. 178 members have now been recd. to the ch. at this place. Thursday March 15th. Packet sailed for Kauai this afternoon. The Schooner Medford arrived from Lahaina, sent purposely to bring notice of the illness of Mr. Richards & to carry up Dr. Judd of he should be here & able to go; the complaint is in some respects like that with which he was afflicted when at this place nearly three years ago. It was not intimated that he was considered dangerous, tho. he is much weaker than when he was afflicted before. Dr. Rooke has sent a note to Mr. Goodrich kindly & spontaneously offering his services to go to Lahaina to prescribe for Mr. Richards. A note of thanks was returned stating that some one of us would call upon him in the morning & confer with him upon the subject. The Poaha has been thronged & our houses thronged this evening with persons calling to tell manaos. • Friday March 16th 1832. The brethren met together this morning to consult as to the expediency of accepting the offer of Dr. Rooke to go to Lahaina; and they concluded to accept of it. Mr. Goodrich was requested to call upon him to make known our thankful acceptance of his kind offer & to assure him we 14 �LEVI VOLUME 16 would be responsible for his return. Kaahumanu has decided to go herself & given orders for her vessel to be ready to sail after the Sabbath. • The Medford sailed towards evening. Sabbath March 18th. Mr. Clark and I met the propounded members this evening 20 in number. We gave them information of the nature of the meeting & design of it, and introduced the first subject The evidence of God from the works of nature & the proofs that idols are false. Mr. Bingham gave notice at the close of the afternoon service that a conference would be held at the new house of Auhea, this evening at candle lighting; which is designed to be the commencement of a new meeting for the benefit of all who wish to attend but particularly strangers. Monday 19th. Kaahumanu sailed this afternoon in the New York for Lahaina. A Brig hove in sight towards evening learn that it is the Brig Chalcedony Capt. Steel who has his wife and another female on board and has communications and supplies for the mission. Tuesday March 20th 1832. The Chalcedony was towed into the harbor by a train of boats. after breakfast I went to the village. I waited a few moments at the head of the wharf for Cap. Steele to come on shore. He brought in his hand a bundle containing packages of letters which he carried up to the Am. • Consulate. Those addressed to myself & the missionaries I took, and without stopping to open any of them hastened home in order to meet as soon as possible the expectations the members of the family who were waiting impatiently to receive their letters. I reed. two from the Treasurer accompanied by an invoice of sundry articles, shipped in the Brig for the missionaries. As the publication were dispersed in several boxes which good not be got at to day we contented ourselves to wait till tomorrow promising ourselves a treat in looking over them when they should come to hand. About noon the Missionary Packet arrived from Kauai and brought in addition to Kekauonohi & Keliiahonui Dr. Judd & family who we were very glad to meet. Their passage had been quite short & pleasant. They did not however embark at Waimea but at a place called Mokuleia near the East end of the island & the wind so favored their course that the vessel kept on its way without tacking. They bring word that Mrs. G. had been confined only a few days say four days before they left which was on Monday. Wednesday March 211832. The landing of our supplies was commenced to day. Mr. Johnstone took • account of them as they were landed at the wharf and I received them at the Depository & with the help of natives stowed them in their places in the cellar & chamber. This evening letters have been reed. from Lahaina by the hand of Cap. Obed Swain of the ship Awashonks of Falmouth. The letters represent Mr. 15 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Richards as very low, and the request is renewed for the Doctor to go up if returned from KauaL Capt. Swain represents Mr. R. to be a very sick man and in his opinion & that of Dr. Rooke to be in a dangerous • state of illness. Dr. Judd has pretty much made up his mind to start tomorrow in the Packet for Lahaina. In fact he has decided to go if the health of Mrs. Goodrich will at all admit of it. He, has fears however, that as Mrs. G. has experienced much distress today she will not be in a condition to be left. Thursday March 22. As Mrs. G. is more comfortable the Dr. made his arrangements to start for Lahaina to visit Mr. R. Soon after dinner he went on board. The wind being favorable the schooner was soon out of sight after leaving the harbor. Friday 23. The Pupuka made her appearance this morning & anchored atthe forks of the harbor. We were fearful that she had come to bring sorrowful tidings. I walked as soon as convenient to the village and met the Kahu with letters; one of which was addressed to Dr. Judd at Honolulu or Kauai. It contained a request to the Dr. to go to Lahaina without delay if possible. The account did not represent Mr. R. worse than when Cap. Swain left. In fact the Schr. sailed only the next day; and it sailed at the special direction of Kaahumanu with orders to go to KauaL Sabbath March 25th. Several strangers attended native service this morning, among which were two • ladies who came out in the Brig Chalcedony the one being the wife of her Captain & the other a lady by the name of Trescott who came out as the companion of Mrs. Steele. The latter that is Miss Trescott it is expected will stop at the islands a misunderstanding having taken place between her & Mrs. S. The plan of committing one verse of the Holy Scriptures every day to memory was proposed in public at the morning service. Monday 26. By the Bark Volunteer which arrived on Saturday evening from the coast of California notice has been received of the arrival of the Jesuits at their place of destination on the coast ~ They were landed at a place called St. Petro ~ and immediately pursued their way to Pablo or Paublo the location of the Catholic mission about 30 miles inland. Tuesday March 27th. The Packet returned from Lahaina and brought down Dr. Rooke. Mr. R. was better & Dr. Judd thinks his disease not dangerous. Friday March 30th 1832. Mr. Bingham addressed a note to Mr. Jones wishing to be informed at what • time the funeral of Mr. Pitman who died yesterday will be attended as the gentlemen of the mission would be glad to attend. Another reason of addressing the note was to assure Mr. J. of the readiness of the mission to take part at the interment of any foreigner ~ visitant or resident ~ if desired, assuring him also that we had 16 �LEVI VOLUME 16 never refused at any time taking part. This was stated because a report has been in circulation that Mr. B. did refuse in one instance conducting services at the interment of a foreigner. • Mr. Jones returned a very polite note mentioning the hour of 4 o'ck as the time for the funeral and requesting the gentlemen of the mission family to join in the procession and inviting Mr. Bingham or some other one of the mission to make a prayer at the house. He stated moreover that he had never supposed that there was any want of willingness on the part of the mission to attend the funerals of foreigners when desired so to do. A report indeed he had heard several years ago implying the contrary tho he had paid no regard to it. Wednesday April 11 th. Three workmen commenced laying the walls of the cellar in the old mission House it being the design of Dr. Judd to occupy a part of the cellar for a dispensatory having deepened it about 2 feet. This evening Dr. Judd arrived from Lahaina and brought with him Mr. Richards eldest son. The health of Mr. R. is mending. Thursday ApI. 19th 1832. The Annual Examination of the Schools was commenced. The Scholars • from Waimanalo were examined first & the districts next beyond in the Division of Koolau followed . Friday 20th. Examination continued and the day closed with the Schools of the adjoining district of Palama following the circuit of the island from Koolau ~ to Waialua & ~laiane. Saturday 21. The Schools ofWaikiki were examined this forenoon; those of Honolulu are reserved for Monday. Wednesday April 25th 1832. At about 4 o'ck this morning Mrs. Chamberlain was confined with a daughter. Is very comfortable. Friday 27th. Mr. Shepard & family arrived from Lahaina. Saturday May 5. Messrs. Green & Dibble arrived from Hilo in the ship Ann Cap. Brayton. Cap. B. it is hoped has experienced a change of heart since his stop here last fall. Wednesday 9th. Mr. Whitney & family arrived from Kauai in the Packet having had a passage of 9 days. Friday May 11 th 1382. Mr. Tinker & family arrived from Lahaina in a whaling ship they bring word that the Waverly is at Lahaina and that a whaling ship is there which left America subsequently to the • Avarick and informs that she was directed to stop at the Marquesas . Saturday 12th. The store house for lumber took fire this evening through the carelessness of Mr. .Abbott the carpenter who lodged in the building and all the lumber stored in it whc. cost about $1200, 17 �LEVI VOLUME 16 was consumed. Dr. Judd's native house also was burned up. Thursday May 17. The day is memorable by the arrival of the 4th reinforcement to this mission. The • ship Avarick in which they took passage from New Bedford on the 25th of Novr. last arrived this morning. Most of the brethren of the Mission present at the station as soon as they could obtain a conveyance went off to the ship lying in the roads and accompanied them on shore so soon as our new friends could make it convenient to leave the vessel. Several of the sisters had been ill and two of them remained so. The first meeting of the families took place in this house. A hymn appropriate to the occasion was sung and a prayer was then offered by Mr. Bingham. In the afternoon obtained a large boat which we sent off to bring on shore the bedding of the brethren & effects contained in their state rooms, the boat retd. before night and brought the articles needed for the families in order to lodge comfortably on shore. Our new friends took up their abodes in the difft. houses according to a previous arrangement. Three have accommodations in this house Viz. Messrs. Alexander, Armstrong & Lyman. Wednesday June 2nd 1832. All the brethren of the mission except two being assembled at this place a General Meeting was organized in this chamber and the business of the meeting commcd. The terms of Mr. Rogers agreement with the Board considered, and these being such as to entitle him to our fullest • confidence he was admitted to a seat in our general meeting and a vote in common with other members of the mission. Monday June 4th. Kaahumanu being more ill and a number of the brethren being absent at Manoa in attendance upon her the business of Gen. meeting was suspended for the day. Having learned that Kaahumanu was near her end and being desirous to see her once more in the land of the living I walked to Manoa. I found her in a very low and exhausted state; but not apparent dying, though supposed to be struck with death. I took her hand. She gave me a look but seemed unable to speak. The king and his sister were sitting near her and solicitous to perform any thing for her comfort or to relieve her distress .. All the chiefs were present. Before the door the king's guards stood with their muskets and the people encamped around in every direction all waiting the mournful event. Messengers had been despatched to the mission house to apprise our families of the old lady's wish that we should all come and see her. She wished them all to come. All that could with convenience leave home or could find a proper • means of conveyance went up. I remained till nearly 3 dck P.M. when I returned . The mono con. was attended pretty fully. Mr.Tinker preached in the native language. In the evening the families met together to observe the season. 18 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Tuesday June 5th 1832. This morng. we learn that the queen regent our friend & patron Kaahumanu is e- no more she died about 3 o'ck this momg. She was perfectly sensible to the last ~ calm & peaceful a few minutes before she departed she called for Mr. Bingham and said, Kou he1e keia. We feel that we as mission have lost our best frd. & firmest supporter in the islands. But the Lord lives and blessed be his name he can do all things for us & the cause; and tho he has taken away this patron he can raise up another & many more. Her remains were brought along early with a great concourse and conveyed to the wood house where she has of late resided. Thursday June 7th 1832. The interment of Kaahumanu took place. A procession was formed at the house of Auhea. The foreigners preceded the coffin which was placed on a bier and carried by 10 or 12 of the old lady's particular servants who are all members of the Ch. Immediate behind the corpse the king & his sister and the highest chiefs walked, as mourners the king dressed in full uniform. Gov. Adams also in . uniform, behind the chiefs the mission families according to priority of entrance on missionary labor. The procession proceeded to the meeting house which had been kept vacant and furnished with chairs for the occasion. The coffin was placed on the platform in front of the pulpit. Mr. Bingham preached a sermon I. e . appropriate to the occasion from the words ~ "I have fought a good fight" &c. In this address to the king he expressed himself with propriety & effect and in a most impressive manner. At the close of the service the remains were taken up & the procession proceded in order to the Royal Cemetery where a short prayer was offered by Mr. Clark and the body deposited. The Becket arrived just before night & brought Messrs. Thurston & Baldwin & families & Miss Ward and Huldah Ruggles. Saturday June 9th 1832. This evening the brethren and sisters of the reinforcement united themselves with the mission Church. Messrs. Bingham & Thurston the original pastors officiated ~ Mr. Spaulding preached the sermon from the words "Simon sleepest thou. coulds thou not watch with me one hour?" Sabbath June 10th 1832. The native service was very fully attended ~ the king & his sister and all the chiefs who are in the habit of attending meeting were present. Mr. Thurston preached a very excellent sermon from the words "I will that men pray every where lifting up holy hands without wrath and doubting. • The Deputation be inst. to go to any pd. post in the Pacific which their judgment Voted the reconsideration of the Resolution respectirlg it being understood that they are at liberty to visit any otb.er islands at their discretion. Voted that the 19 �LEVI VOLUME 16 article as amended be adopted. Voted the reconsideration resolution empowering th.e surv. of dle region of Co. P. or any other field • which to dlem may appear more inviting at their discretion. In the afternoon the sacrament of the Lord's supper was celebrated ~ and 20 members recived the ordinance of baptism and were admitted to the church. The number of native communicants amounted to about 260 ~ These with the members of the Mission 50 made the whole number 310. All the members of the mission were present except 7 ~ Two who were at this station were kept away by indisposition. The exercises were about three hours long. Monday June 25. Mr. Richards, Andrews & Tinker also Messrs. Green & Spaulding & their families sailed for Lahaina on board the Schr. Pupuka. Mr. Spauling is appointed for Lahaina ~ and Mr. Green is accepted for Wailuku. The Schr. was very full many of the Scholars of the high school were passengers. Thursday June 28th. ~ The Paalua sailed for Kauai carried Mr. & Mrs. Whitney, Mr. & Mrs. Gulick & Dr. & Mrs. Chapin. Mr. W. & wife will return in the Schooner; Dr. Chapin and wife will remain until the return of the Deputation. As Mr. & Mrs. W. go down only to arrange their effects in order to leave them in • good condition they leave their little daughter here. Wednesday July 4th. The day has been noticed by the foreigners, and the attention to it has not been confined to Americans. Chinese, Bangalese, Englishmen and natives of other countries seem to have regarded the occasion for festivity as one in which they could cordially unite. This afternoon at one o'ck we were called to the house of Kalaimoku to unite with a number of our brethren & sisters in a parting prayer being just ready to take passage in the brig Niu for Hawaii, ~ Viz. Messrs. Thurston & Bishop & their families for Kailua, Messrs. Baldwin & Lyons & their families for Waimea and Mr. Forbes & family with Hudah Ruggles for Kaawaloa. Before uniting in prayer Mr. Bingm. read the gen. letters of the mission embracing all the subjects of special interest that have transpired during the year & giving a gen. acct of the present state of the mission. After joining in singing the hymn "Guide me 0 thou great Jehovah, Pilgrim thro this barren land" Mr. Bingm. offered a prayer, and then those of our remaining number who were disposed attended them to the ship. The wind was fresh & seemed to be more • favorable than usual for the regular trade and the vessel was soon out of sight. The fitting off of so many families has filled my mind & hands with business; but I cannot think of rest; more families are to be sent to their stations & the Deputation to be fitted out and this will furnish work 20 �LEVI VOLUME 16 both for me and my associate for several weeks yet to come. Besides all this fitting out, I am obliged to be engaged in building. • Thursday July 5th 1832. The Chiefs have had an ahaolelo and Kinau has been publicly instated the sucessor of Kaahumanu and the kanawai of the island intrusted to her administration. The king made an address in which he declared the laws of God to be the basis of the laws of the land and promulgated that no mans land should be taken from him unless the holder had been guilty of a breach of the laws of God. He recognized Kinau as his coadjutor and commanded that their word should be obeyed. The Waverly sailed to day for the windward with the princess. The following brethren took passage for their stations. Mr. Goodrich & family who return to Hilo Mr. & Mrs. Lyman who are appointed to that station ~ also Mr. & Mrs. Hitchcock & their infant son who are assigned to Molokai and now bound to Lahaina. Sabbath July 8th 1832. The Paalua arrived this morning from Kauai and Mr. & Mrs. Whitney returned. Mr. Bingham preached this morning on the subject of Esthres advancement and intercession for the salvation of her nation; and he took occasion to speak of the high trust & solemn responsibilities of kings • . • & rulers . In the afternoon Mr. Dibble preached an interesting sermon which was listened to with good attention. In the evening had a meeting for foreigners in my house. Upwards of twenty attended and listened to a sermon from Mr. Tinker. Monday July 9. This day Mr. Blake left to do a job of work for Gov. Adams ~ Shipped Mr. Hart for mate of the Missionary Packet and recommended that the crew be shipped forthwith. Tuesday July 17 1832. Mrs. Armstrong confined with a daughter. Wednesday July 18th. At about 4 o'ck this afternoon the Deputation for the Soc. Islands consisting of Messrs. SamL Whitney, Reuben Tinker, and William P. Alexander set sail in the Missionary Packet ~ With them went Kaiu of Kauai and Kuke the Tahitian teacher. The vessel is commanded by Gorham H. Nye at the wages of 95 dollars pr. month, who has for his mate Isaac S. Hart at 35 dollars pr. month ~ two white men one at 11 pr. mon. and other at 12 ~ also two native sailors. The Schooner is to stop at Kaawaloa to land Mrs. W. & her daughter who took passage with the depn. Previous to their departure the families • assembled at my house when the instructions to the deputation & letter of introduction to the Soc. island missionaries were read, a hymn sung and prayer offered by Mr. Bingham. Mr. Clark & family left for Waialua they went in a double canoe or canoes to Honouliuli and thence 21 �LEVI VOLUME 16 they are to cross by land to the place to be occupied for the new station. Thursday July 19 1832. Quarterly examination; but as.r was occupied with secular business I did not • take part in the work. The king, after presenting himself with his class set sail for Maui to enter the high schooL He is accompanied by five of his favorite attendants who are to be associated with him in attending to instruction, five other individuals go to be permanent scholars. I improved the opportunity of the sailing of the vessels to forward supplies ~ Viz. by the Becket & Pulaholaho ~ The king sailed in the Paalua. Sabbath 22nd. Mr. Bingham preached both parts of the day being the only clergyman present at the station able to preach in the native language, Mr. Dibble having gone to Koolau to spend the Sabbath. Mr. Emerson preached in English ~ the number present ~ small. This afternoon the U. S. Frigate Potomac Com. Downes arrived from China Cap. Cole came passenger. Monday July 23. Mr. Emerson and family left in the small schooner belonging to Paki for Waialua. He took most of his effects. The vessel could not however take all. Salutes were fired today from the fort and from the frigate. We learn that the frigate has had fighting to do on the Malay coast & killed about 150 persons. Tuesday July 311832. Mr. Dibble & family left for their station ~ Miss Ward took passage with them for • Lahaina ~ For their accommodation & to remove the effects ofMr. Green from Hilo to Wailuku I have chartered a small vessel of Mr. Jones at the rate of 5 dolls. per day. Thursday Augt 2nd. Took tea at the house of Mr. Johnstone in company with most members of the mission families, Com. Downes & several of his officers and some other gentlemen. Friday 3rd. Made a visit on board of the U.S. Frigate Potomac with Mrs. C. and our little son Warren Fay, of the company were Mr. & Mrs. Bgm. & little daughter, Dr. & Mrs. Judd & little son, Mrs. Tinker & Mrs. Alexander & Mrs. Rogers & Mr. Armstrong, ~ the King & chiefs and the principal foreigners. Sabbath 5th. It has been quiet today ~ no riding ~ no appearance of disorder ~ this way Com. Downes & several of his officers attended divine service. Monday 6th. A party was entertained at Nuuanu of which Liliha was the host'" Mr. Grier & Mr. Warriner were of the party and they returned perfectly disgusted. It was a real Bacchanalian scrape. It was got up by the foreigners to show what the natives could be prevailed upon to do, but the excesses were • altogether on the side of the foreigners. The king was solicited to get up a hula but he declined though he asked the Com. if it was his request that one should be exhibited. He replied he should be gratified with the sight but did not request it. 22 �LEVI VOLUME 16 Tuesday Augt. 7th 1832. A party was got up to partake of an entertainment at the kings house. The food was mostly under the direction of the ladies of the mission. The entertainment was a very civil one • and was creditable to the Chiefs but how much it was relished by the foreigners I do not know. The Wailele sailed for Waialua, by which I sent the residue of supplies for the station. Thursday 9th. A comedy is being acted this evening at the king's house. It was the hope of the Commodore that some of the missionaries would attend. He will probably be disappointed that none of us are present. The com. sent to my care a few presents for the mission consisting of 1/2 bL sugar, part of a box of tea, a bag of Java coffee and a half barrel of mackerel. Saturday Augt 11 1832. Mr. Armstrong preached on board the Potomac and was accompanied by Mr. Grier. Sabbath 12. The Eng. meeting was attended today by Com. Downes and some of his officers. Mr. Bingham preached. Monday 13th. The Commodore had an interview with the chiefs and had Mr. Bingham for an interpreter. He presented various complaints of the foreigners ~ such as restrictions on Billiards ~ The seizure • ~ ~ of a boat for carrying off women or rather the boat that brot. them on shore the founding of laws upon the precepts of the bible ~ besides these, remarks were made on a number of topics touching the narrow and oppressive policy of the government. Tuesday 14th. An appointment having been made for to day on the subject of the debts the Commodore met the Chiefs at the house of Kinau. The claims that were presented were mostly of the house of French & Co. but except of a debt against Boki the claims brought forward were inconsiderable. This debt was for 4000 piculs of sandal wood & about 5000 dollars in cash. The king, though the claim had his signature, obtained as he said because Boki told him to affix it, would not acknowledge it to be a govt. debt. But he promised verbally to pay for such articles as were obtained for himself personally and also for such as went for the permanent advantage of Govt. The Commodore called upon the families this afternoon & took his leave proposing to leave in the morning . • 23 � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0016 - 1831.11.05 - 1832.08.14 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1831.11.05 - 1832.08.14 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/11cb9399966c356ab8296f16edc9a9aa.pdf b2b0be26ed3d9cb34c1d2aaf14b26210 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 17 Volume XVII • August 15, 1832 ~ September 15, 1833 Honolulu Augt. 15th 1832. Wednesday. This morning the U.S. Frigate Potomac, Commodore Downes, which arrived on the 22nd ult. was got under way and proceeded on her voyage being destined to Valparaiso. The Commodore has treated the missionaries with politeness & attention and has made a number of presents. A present also of a Bell from the officers & seamen of the Potomac has been made for the church at this place ~ the Donation amounted to 220 dollars. Mr. H.A. Peirce added $10 to the donation. Mr. Grier the chaplain made our house his home during his stay. Mr. Warriner the School master who is a pious and very interesting man took up his abode among the families. The sojourn of both of these gentlemen with us for the three weeks of their residence on shore was mutually gratifying. The gentlemen had an opportunity to become acquainted with us and our operations and through them we gained much information respecting the state of feeling on board of the frigate in relation to us & our object and also of the movements of the foreigners on shore. Friday 17th. I walked to Manoa in company with Mr. Rogers ~ our object was simply recreation we went to the head of the valley and walked into the grove. We called at Dr. Judd's rustic dwelling which stands in the skirts of the grove there we met Mrs. J. & Mrs. Tinker, we took tea with them and afterwards returned home. Saturday Augt. 18th 1832. By letters from Lahaina we learn that a considerable theft has been committed by one of the Scholars of the High SchooL The store house of the station had been entered a number of times and a good deal of property taken belonging to the different brethren. What led to the detection was the stealing of a chair belonging to Mr. Spal.ding & occupying it at the meeting house. As soon as the thief was discovered and the fact made known the articles which he had stolen & had given out in different ways were returned. Mr. S. gave a catalogue of the articles amounting in all to quite list & to a considerable sum. Also learn that the work of building for Mr. Hitchcock on Molokai had been stopped by an order of Gov. Adams & his wife because the spot chosen was on his land and the work had been commenced with his permission. Auhea had previously given a place for building and it was her wish that .' the station should be taken on her land. The Schooner which was chartered to carry Mr. Dibble to Hilo & remove the effects of Mr. Green to Wailuku returned this morning having accomplished the object for which she was chartered, and she has 1 �LEVI VOLUME 17 brot down from Wailuku a cargo of wood. Sabbath Augt. 19. It devolved on me to lead in the singing as Dr. Judd was absent with his family at • Manoa where they have been most of the week. Mr. Tinker is also there with them. Mr. Bingham having a bad cold found it necessary to call upon some of the native members of the Coo. to assist in the services by offering the prayers. Gov. Adams offered one of them. Monday Augt. 20th 1832. The freight brought down from the windward in the Schooner was discharged and the vessel returned to the owner. Thursday 23. Mr. Blake has returned to work again for the Mission having been engaged on a job for Gov. Adams for about 3 months. I walked with Dr. Judd to the fort with a view to see Gov. Adams respecting the belL He was absent. We, however, walked through all the apartments of his new house, which is nearly finished and has the appearance of being a comfortable mansion. One of the lower rooms is designed to be a prison. It is however now occupied as a work shop in which we saw two mechanics engaged on gun carriages. From the fort we went to the store of Mr. Peirce and had conversation with his respecting the bell presented by Com. Downes & crew of the Potomac. Made an arrangement with him to have the two bells which remain rung • this afternoon that we might ascertain by hearing the sound at a distance which of the bells is the loudest tone in order to choose between the two. After this we went to the house of the king where he was and after waiting a few minutes at the door as a matter of ceremony we entered. The king was in another house but soon came in & appeared pleasant. We told him we had come on business of the bell & wished to know how much he had collected for that object of his attendants ~ and found that the amt. was 30 dollars ~ this he paid to us and wished us to attend to the business of getting it suspended. Saturday Augt. 25 1832. Cooper a black man began to work on the stones with which a platform is to construct for the bell frame. The pedestal or platform is to be commenced twelve feet sqr. on the outside to be carried up five feet and then carried up five feet higher in an obelisk form. The space within the walls will be six feet sqr. ,. the walls to be three feet thick. This space to be the place to stand to ring the bell when hung. Procured the bell and suspended it temporarily in the place where the old bell hung. Wednesday Augt. 29 1832. Mr. Dowsett & Miss Trescott took tea with us this afternoon and attended • the evening conference. They rode home in the waggon drawn by natives. I accompanied them with a lantern. Sabbath Septr 2. Seeing one of the native members of the coo. carrying along a bowl of coffee and soft 2 �LEVI VOLUME 17 bread which she had got at Mr. Bingham we asked who it was for, and learned it was for the Wife of Kuke who she said, was very ill. Some time after as Mrs. C. & I were going out of the door on our way to the • meeting house we met Mrs. B. who told us that Kuke's wife was very ill and that Mr. Bingham had gone to her house having heard that she had just had an ill tum. We went to meeting. The bell continued to ring longer than usuaL Mr. B. at length came in. Before the prayer he mentioned that the prayers of the chh. were requested for Kuke wahine who was very low. After the close of the service Mr. B. went again to the house of the sick woman and found her dying. She died before the Eng. service which took place in less than half an hour from the time of the close of the native. At the close of the afternoon service notice was given that the communion would be observed on next sabbath. The meeting for foreigners was attended at the house of Mr. Johnstone. Monday Septr 3rd 1832. The interment of Kuke whahine took place this afternoon. The body was conveyed to the meeting house followed by his two children and the friends of the deceased. Mr. Bingham preached an appropriate sermon. At the close of the exercises the remains were conveyed to the grave, • which had been prepared near the enclosure of the graves of the mission children. After the coffin had been lowered into its narrow house which had been stormed high enough to admit of a platform of stones of being placed ower the coffin, Mr. Bingham offered a prayer. After the exercises at the grave were over those who chose repaired to the meeting house and joined in the concert of prayer. The mission family met in my house in the evening and observed the mono con. The Waverly sailed for KauaL Tuesday Set. 4th 1832. The Wailele having arrived from Waialua yesterday and brought potatoes & several other articles for the station, they were landed & drawn up today. Friday Sept. 7th 1832. Several of the brethren & two of the sisters made an excersion to the pali this day. They went on horse back, the company consisted of Mr. & Mrs. Johnstone & Miss Trescott, Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong, Mr. Bingham, D. Judd & Mr. Rogers. The infant of Mrs. Armstrong was carried by natives. The day was fine and the excursion a pleasant one - The party returned about the middle of the afternoon. • Learn from Mr. Blake that the subscribers to the School had a meeting last evening and that the committee presented their report respecting the house and the support & regulations of the SchooL Respecting the Report there was a difference of opinion, The Report excluded all religious books & tracts 3 �LEVI VOLUME 17 from the school allowing no other book of religion than the Bible. This was opposed by a considerable • number of personSi ; but the vote was taken & the Report carried by a small majority. Sabbath 9th. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered this afternoon. No persons were admitted nor any propounded. In the morng. Mr. Armstrong's child was baptized and also several children of natives. Mrs. Johnstone was taken ill this afternoon and was in very great distress during the whole of the evening & part of the night. Tuesday Septr. 11th 1832. Commenced a school this afternoon for the male members of the Church for the purpose of reading and expounding of the Scriptures. Mr. Clark arrived from Waialua just before sunset having road the distance since between the hours of seven and eight this morng. Gov. Fin1eyson from Columbia R. and Mr. Douglas a traveller recently from the coast of California took tea & spent the evening at the house of Mr. Armstrong. They conversed much respect the N. W. Coast and the coast of California. Wednesday 12. Mr. Clark preached the lecture this afternoon & Mr. Bingham solemnized the marriages. • Took tea at Mr. Armstrongs with Dr. & Mrs. Judd, Mr. Clark, Mr. Rogers & Mrs. Alexander. Closed a bargain with Mr. Blake to make a frame for the bell, which he is to hang and construct a covering for the housei for which I am to give him 125 ; he to find everything. Friday 14th. Mr. Clark started this morng. to return to Waialua. He went as he came on horse back accompanied by Kuokoa. Saturday 15th. The Waverly arrived from Kauai & Dr. & Mrs. Chapin came as passengers. A native came to me this morning to mention a thing which occasioned him much uneasiness. A child of his wife's sister had fallen into a well and had been drowned, on account of which he was blamed by the relatives. He wished to know what I thought. The facts were these. His wife had gone to the shore to catch fish. He remained at home to cook food; his wife's sister was also ill the house with her own child about two years of age & the infant of her sister the woman absent a {at} fishing. She fell asleep and the said child got out of the house unbeknown to the man & wandered to the well & fell in. When she awoke she asked for • the child; The man said he did not know where it was and they went in search of it and to their great sorrow found it drowned in the welL He said to me that his attention was taken up reading the Scriptures & committing to memory the verse of the day and did not see the child go out of doors & moreover 4 �LEVI VOLUME 17 supposed the mother had the care of it. I told him I did not how he was to blame as the child had not been committed to his care to look after & he did not see it go out. It was a distressing occurrence; but he • seemed to find relief in the opinion expressed that he was not in fault. The bell frame has been completed and brought up to the bell house but as the house is not yet completed it was not set up. Thursday Septr. 20th 1832. This day the bell has been set in its place on the frame made for it and elevated upon the stone platform built for the purpose over the whole a roof has been erected to shield the frame which supports the bell from the sun & rain. Monday Septr. 24th 1832. This morning the ship Rasselas, Capt. Dominis which sailed from Boston on the 2nd of May came into the harbor. Last night she made her appearance in the offing and we reed. the notice that Cap. Hinckley & his wife and another lady were on board. In the course of the forenoon letters were sent up & we had the great satisfaction of hearing from friends & patrons. The distressing notice is communicated of the death of Dr. Cornelius who had but a few months previous entered upon his duties as cor. Secy. of the Board. Thursday 27th. The Waverly sailed for Lahaina a second time having put back on Tuesday in .- consequence of a leak and Dr. Chapin & wife embarked again. Dr. Judd left for Waialua to spend a period there in reference to the family of Mr. Emerson & was accompanied by Mr. Armstrong who is to return on Saturday. Saturday Septr. 29 1832. Mrs. Hinckley & Miss Davis made a visit at Mrs. Binghams and spent a good part of the day. The interview was a pleasant one. Just before evening Messrs. Clark & Armstrong arrived from Waialua. They left that place this morning. Sabbath Septr. 30. The Eng. service was attended by Capt. Hinckley & the ladies. We learned through a letter from Mr. Hunnewell that it is the intention of Cap. & Mrs. H. to attend worship with us on the Sabbath and that it is their desire to be on terms of friendly intercourse with the missionaries. Monday Octr. 1st. At the monthly concert for prayer this evening it was resolved to spend the Friday previously to the first Monday of each month as a season of fasting and prayer, to pray and strive for greater • fitness for the work in which we are engaged and for wisdom to guide us in all the responsible duties of our station. Tuesday Octr. 2. A meeting of the church was held this afternoon in the meeting house and a number 5 �LEVI VOLUME 17 of candidates for baptism were exhibited only two were conversed with. Saturday afternoon was appointed for the resuming of the examination. • A meeting was held this evening at the house of Mr. Johnstone for the purpose of discussing the subject of Temperance. This is the second meeting of the kind ~ the first was held on Tuesday evening last at the house of Mr. Colcord. Seven foreigners were present ~ Three of whom seemed to think, though they acknowledged intemperance to be an evil, that the selling of spirits on the part of the Grog Shop keepers was necessary for their support and if they could not sell liquor their means of getting a livelihood would be gone. They were answered on these points and they were made to see that they had a bad cause to support. Sabbath Octr. 7th 1832. The Averick arrived for a cruise. She stopped at Lahaina for refreshments. Her success has been very poor having taken less than 200 barrels since she left in the spring. Tuesday 9th ~ Another meeting was held this evening at the house of Mr. Johnstone to discuss the subject of temperance and prepare the way for the formation of a Society for the Suppression of intemperance. Thursday 11th. Had the company of the following persons to take tea with us, Cap. & Mrs. Hinckley, •• Miss Trescott & Doctor Thomas, also Mr. & Mrs. Bingham & Mr. Clark. The interview was a pleasant one. Monday October 15th. This day Mr. Rogers discontinued his boarding with us and began to board with Mr. Shepard having been with us nearly 2 1/2 months. Tuesday 16th. Mr. Clark left for Waialua this morning. Thursday 18th. Mr..Blake has been occupied today with his apprentice in erecting the roof of the new Stone House. Have heard from Lahaina today and get the information that Mr. Andrews has had the addition of a daughter to his family born on Wednesday the 10th. It was this day or about the day that Mrs. Emerson was confined at Waialua with a son. Tuesday October 301832. This day the Ship Commodore Rodgers, Cap. Grinnel sailed for the U. States by which we sent many letters. The Paalua sailed for Lahaina: by her I sent one of the mission cows for Mr. Hitchcock. Mr. Bingham left this afternoon in a small schooner for Kauai ~ and was accompanied by Debora mao • They go down to help forward the good work at Kauai, & to afford assistance to Mr. Gulick who is feeble . Letters were reed. from Hilo by the Waverly. The brethren are active in the schools and laboring hard to benefit the people, in which they find encouragement. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Thursday Novr. 1st. This day a school has been commenced of the teachers of the several districts of the island falling under the superintendence of this station. Dr. Judd and Mr. Armstrong take charge of the ~ • school in the morning and Mr. Johnstone aided by myself in the afternoon. The number of scholars this afternoon amounted to about 115. In the afternoon they are to attend to writing & arithmetic in the morng. to reading & geography. Friday Novr. 2nd 1832. This day has been observed by the brethren & sisters of this station as a season of fasting & prayer to humble ourselves before God & supplicate higher attainments for our work agreeably to our resolution at the last monthly concert and in consequence of a sentiment of the recent Cor. Sec. of the Board which it had been his purpose to express to all the stations under the direction of the Board: namely to observe the Friday previous to the Mon. Con. as a season of fasting and prayer by all the missionaries of the Bd. for higher attainments & greater fitness for the discharge of missy. work. Saturday 3rd. Mr. Clark arrived from Waialua having come over in compliance with our request to occupy the pulpit during the absence ofMr. Bingham. He came from Waianae to day having taken that district in his way to examine the schools there. Tuesday 6th. Mr. Clark returned to Waialua this morning. • Sat. Nov. 10th. Mr. Bingham arrived from Kauai on board the Becket. States that the work going on there is an interesting one and has the appearance of a genuine work of grace. Sabbath 11. Mr. Bingham preached in the morning to a large congregation of natives & Mr. Emerson who came over yesterday from Waialua preached in the afternoon. He also preached in Eng. to the foreigners. It ought perhaps to be mentioned in these minutes that on Sabbath Novr. 4 a foreigner was struck on the head by a club by a young man by the name of Henry Coleman a half breed, in consequence of which blow the man died in the night. The man belonged to the Ship Rodman. The youth was taken into custody by the chiefs and has been in confinement ever since. On Thursday the S Mr. Rogers arrived from Lahaina & took up his abode with our family again. We thought it well to propose taking him now on account of the ill health of Mr. & Mrs. Shepard. Friday N ovr. 16th 1832. Most of the members of this station took tea by invitation at the house of Mr. • & Mrs. Hinckley, who live in a house belonging to the Catholics & which has been fitted up for their accomodation. It was rather an unpleasant circumstance that no blessing was asked at the table nor thanks returned. 7 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Saturday Novr. 17 1832. This morng. the Missionary Packet arrived & we had the satisfaction of welcoming to their homes Messr. Tincker & Alexander ~ Mr. Whitney stopped at Lahaina with his family .• which he brought on from Kaawaloa. The families met at the house of Mr. Armstrong where we joined in a song of thanksgiving & prayer to God for his goodness to our brethren in carrying them out & returning them safely. Mr. Tinker read a sermon which he wrote as an introduction to a report of their doings. After which he read a sketch of what had taken place and what they had seen & heard during their absence. Got a few of the things of the br. from on board the Packet & called upon Cap. Nye. Had to tea with us Mr. & Mrs. Tinker & Mr. & Mrs. Alexander. Learned that the Potomac stopped at Tahiti. The brethren fell in with her & made a call on board. Dr. Judd reed. a letter from Mr. Warriner. Sabbath Novr. 18832. Mr. Tmker preached to the Eng. congo which was very respectable as to numbers. In the evening Mr. Alexander preached to a very full cong. of seamen at the house of Mr. Johnstone. I. Tuesday Novr. 20th. The Missionary Packet being now freed from her lading she returns to the care of Keliiahonui who leaves her in the command of Mokupopo the former kahu. Wednesday Novr. 211832. About noon Mr. Whitney & family arrived from Lahaina in a whaling ship. They take lodgings with us. Towards evening Mr. Clark arrived from Waialua. Thursday Novr. 22. All the brethren of the Mission present at this station assembled to consult on the expediency of occupying the Washington Islands ~ As a com. of the Mission appointed for the purpose, they organised themselves into a deliberative body by choosing a Chairman & Scribe. Thll-rsday Friday & Saturday were occupied in deliberating on the subject. For proceedings see Minutes of the Meeting. Monday Novr. 26 1832. On deliberations on the subject of the Marquesas Mission closed for the present and business posponed until such time as the Deputation should return from the wincld. Tuesday 27th. Dr. Judd & Mr. Armstrong the brethren chosen by the meeting for a Deputation to visit Dr. Chapin & if necessary Mr. Baldwin, sailed this afternoon in the Missy. Packet. The wind is strong & • not at all favorable: but it was thought their sailing should not be delayed on that account. Mr. Clark left for Waialua. The Brig Smyrna Capt. Barker saHd for Canton. Wednesday Novr. 28th 1832. Cap. Bryaton, of the ship Ann sailed today. Our intercourse with this 8 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Captain has been very pleasant. He has made it his home among the families & his deportment has been that of a decided & consistent Christian. By this vessel we sent many letters and difft. members of the .&iii, d mission forwd. boxes of curiosities for their fden s. • Thursday 29 1832. Several whaling Captains took tea with us this evening. Viz. Capts. Bunker, Wood, Worth, Russel & Fisher. Friday Nov. 30. This day has been observed by us as a fast in pursuance of the purpose of the station expressed about two months since. Miss Davis who had been at Mr. Bingms spending the day was present. Mr. Hinckley & she have requested to commune with us during their stay at the islands. They are of the Unitarian denomination. Our Communion will take place on the coming Sabbath by leave of providence. Saturday Decr. 1. The wind has been blowg. for several days very strong from the Eastward and we fear that the Packet has fallen to the leeward. A vessel has been blown off having her cap. on shore & has been out of sight several days. It is said a schr. has been seen this afternoon coming up from the leeward, which is thought to be the Packet. Sabbath, Decr. 2 1832. The Schr. seen on Saturday coming up from the windward proves not to be the Packet. • Mr. Whitney preached to the native cong. which was as full & attentive as usuaL Mr. Tinker preached in English to the fullest cong. of foreigners that I have ever seen at this place. His text was "What will thou say when I shall punish thee)) ; His sermon was one of much interest and was listened to with attention. Notice was given that religious worship would be conducted on board the ship Caroline, Cap. Chase at 2 o'ck P.M. This afternoon the Sacrament of the Lords Supper was observed. No new candidates were propounded: but one chh. member by the name of Kaululena confessed he had been hewa and was suspended, till such time as he shall give evidence of repentance. Monday Decr. 3. Monthly concert as usuaL The families met at my house in the evening. Learn that a murder was committed at one of the Grog Shops; the Red lion, last evening. An Irishman belonging to the Brig Bolivar in an affray used his knife upon his antagonist one of his own countrymen and killed him upon the spot. He fled to his vessel & being pursued by an officer of govt. he threatened • vengeance on the first person who should offer to take him. Being in the forecastle no one ventured down but Mr. Jones the Consul went to the gang way & attempted to reason with him while some persons above threw a noose over him and drew him up. He was conducted to the fort and very strongly secured with 9 �LEVI VOLUME 17 irons. He said to have exhibited a great degree of perverseness. He will be delivered over to this govt. to be tryed & punished. • Wednesday Deer. 51832. Mr. Whitney & family left in company with Mr. & Mrs. Alexander in the Paalua for KauaL Friday 7th. This marng. the Pupuka arrived from Lahaina and brat. letters from Dr. Judd & Mrs. Armstrong. The Packet arrived on Thursday of last week and had a very boisterous passage. The br. were to leave for Hawaii on the 6th. The fate of the Marquesas question would not be absolutely decided for the present till the dep. should have visited Waimea. It was decided at Lahaina if Mr. .Baldwin could not make his mind up now to go to the Marquesas as a pert. missionary the question must left for the Gen. meeting. Friday Deer. 14 1832. Yesterday & to day a trial has been going on at the house of Gov. Adams in the fort on a case of murder perpetrated by a man by the name of Robert E Bell on the person of a man by the name of Wilson. The jury consisting of 12 foreigners & 12 natives brought in a verdict of willful murder. Sabbath 16. This day Mr. & Mrs. Alexander arrived from Kauai in the Paalua. Mr. Clark preached in r. English. Wednesday 19. The Packet arrived from the windward & brought back Dr. Judd & Mr. Armstrong. The brethren assembled & passed a resolution the subject of the Marquesas mission be posponed till more light should shine upon it or till a general meeting should resume it. A copy of the resolution was sent to the Bd. by the W. & L Packet which sailed today. Monday 24th. This day Mr. Alexander & family moved into the mud house of Ana Waiakea where they expect to reside & manage their own domestic concerns until the gen. meetg. Wednesday 26th. This evening letters were reed. from Waialua. Mr. Emerson makes known that a strange vessel arrived there in distress on Sabbath evening. She was manned with four men. By signs they signified that their number had been eight; four had died It is thought that it is a vessel from the coast of Japan blown off by adverse winds. Thursday Deer. 27th 1832. A small vessel being about to be sent to Wailua by Mr. French, I engaged a conveyance for some lumber & a few other articles for Mr. Emerson. Messrs. Armstrong & Alexander took passage on board the Becket for Hila. It is expected the vessel • will stop at Lahaina on its way. Mrs. Armstrong will take up her stay with Mrs. Alexander during the absence of her husband. Thursday J any. 3rd. The vessel which arrived at Waialua being on her way to this port went ashore at 10 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Barbours Point and is lost. The strangers have come to this place. They are supposed to belong to Japan or some of the islands upon that coast. .• Friday 4th. Observed the stated monthly fast to pray for higher missionary qualifications. Saturday 5th. Several of the family went on board the Telegraph Cap. Sayre by particular invitation & took tea. After tea a hymn was sung & a prayer offered. Mrs. Clark & Mrs. Armstrong were the only ladies that went on board. Governor Adams was one of the guest, the King was invited, but he excused himself as not being in health. He has probably been keeping New Years with the foreigners ~ Thursday Jany 10th 1833. This day the Oahu Charity School ~ or rather house erected for the accommodation of the School was publickly dedicated to the object for which it was erected. A procession was formed at the house of Mr. French consisting of foreign residents & visitors ~ the gentlemen of the Mission at the station & the children who are to be instructed in the School ~ a band of Musicians was employed for the occasion., and took their position in front preceeded only by the Architect Mr. Payte ~ Mr. Johnstone & the boys went next forward and they were followed by the King & two aids. The Mission family: & foreign residents & others brought up the rear ~ Cap. Hinckley & Capt. John Meek acted as -. marshals ~ The precession being formed walked to the sound of marshal music to the house ~ at the front over the gate of entrance waved the national flags of the U.S.A. ~ Sand. Islands & England. Seats were reserved for ladies; and of the mission family several attended, also Mrs. Hinckley & Miss Davis & Miss Trescott also Mrs. Dowsett the only foreign ladies in the place. Most of the principal chiefs were present. A seat was provided for the King in front of the desk which is a very decent piece of workmanship & is an ornament to the room. The house was filled, but not to overflowing. The exercises commenced by singing Denmark & was followed by a prayer by Mr. Bingham. after that, singing ~ the Missionary hymn ~ "O'er Greenland's icy mountainsl! which was followed by an address by Mr. Jones ~ giving an account of the origin of the institution and its design together with remarks on the effects the institution is calculated to exert. A very handsome compliment was paid to the Mission for the astonishing change wrought in the natives by their persevering exertions. After the address a prayer was offered by Mr. Tinker which was followed by singing the 117 Ps. to the tune of old hundred. • Then the Benediction and Dismission hymn to the tune of Sicilians. The exercises being closed the processing again formed & all except the Mission family returned to the village. It is a very pleasant circumstance that the exercises & every part of the business of the occasion were 11 �LEVI VOLUME 17 conducted to general satisfaction. Saturday Jany 12 1833. Have learned that the grog shop of Harry Zip lin has been closed up by order of • the King. The reason of his doing it was the refusal of said Ziplin to lend a drum for the procession and for insolence to the King. If the shop had been closed up for violation of the laws of the land there would have been good reason for the act & a very praise worthy one it would have been. Sabbath, Janyary 13th 1833. The meeting in English was held today in the New School house sermon by Mr. Tinker. The evening service was held in the same place. Saturday Jany. 19. Examination of the schools of Honolulu were commenced today. I attended in the morning but not in the afternoon. Having concluded to comply with Mr. Emerson's request to visit Waialua next week & assist in the examination of the Schools of that division which will commence on next Friday. Have made up my mind to get away as soon next week as practicable in order to take the schools of this part of the island in my way and examine them as I pass along. Have been making some preparation for my contemplated journey. Sabbath 20th. English service in the school house as well attended as the Sabbath previous. In the • evening Mr. Bingham preached a lecture which was quite fully attended quite a number of the most respectable residents attended. The discourse was calculated to do good and seemed to be heard with attention. Mrs. Tinker was confined with a son sometime in the course of this night. Monday 21st. The Quarterly examination of the Schools of this place was concluded; but I did not attend as my time has been necessarily taken up in preparing for my journey to visit Schools. Tuesday 22nd. Set out as soon after an early breakfast as I could get away, on my contemplated journey of examination of Schools. My attendants are Kaaha, Opunui, Kahaleohia, Kaawahua & Naone. I go by the way of Ewa & shall cross to Waialua on Thursday if the good providence of God permit. Friday February 1st 1833. About a quarter past one this afternoon I was permitted to meet my family in health & comfort having completed my tour of examination of Schools. I returned by the way ofWaikiki having attended to the examination of the schools of that place this morning. The minutes I took of my journey & schools will show the business of each day and the prosperity which has attended me. It is now • about five years since my second tour was completed and more than 6 1/2 since my first was made. A very great change has been affected since my first journey. More than two thirds of the improvement which exists has been made since that time and I may not misstate perhaps if I should say nearly two thirds since 12 �LEVI VOLUME 17 my second journey. At three the families of the station began to assemble for prayer agreeable to our practice on Friday • previous to Mon. Con. Mr. Bingham took lead of the meeting & made remarks ~ others also made remarks. Just as we were going to bed Cap. Sayer of Ship Telegraph called, as his ship is in the offing he called for a lodging and was shown to Mr. Rogers room to take part of the bed with him. Saturday Feby 2nd. Mrs. Hinckley, Miss Davis & Cap. Sayer were our guests at dinner today. Miss Davis had been spending the week at Mrs. Bingham's ~ Her health is quite feeble. Mr. Shepard has been quite ill for a day or two. It would be no surprising thing if he should drop away suddenly. Cap. Sayre expects to leave finally this afternoon. I met him on the wharf and gave him the parting hand. He is a man of much sensibility & seems to regret leaving the missionaries. Our intercourse with him during the time he has been in port repairing his vessel has been pleasant. Sabbath Feby. 3rd 1833. Nothing peculiar in the services of this Sabbath. Mr. Bingham preached in the morning & Mr. Clark in the afternoon. In the evening Mr. Bingham preached in English to a considerable of a cong. in the school house. • Monday Feby 4th. The Packet arrived from KauaL Learn that she got ashore at Hanapepe through the carelesness of the crew, but was got off without much damage ~ She will need to have a new rudder that having been broken ~ the copper also is rubbed off of her false keeL The Becket also arrived from the windward and brought back Messrs. Armstrong & Alexander. Mr. Armstrong has returned with his family to our house. The King it seems is conducting in a very unbecoming manner, ~ drinking to excess and excluding the chiefs from his presence. It is probable he is showing his resentment on account of the refusal of the chiefs to purchase the brig Bolivar which he wished bought for him and had contracted for. Kinau with proper independence refused to the purchase being made. On Saturday Mrs. Armstrong & Mrs. Johnstone being at the house of S.J. Mills, he said to them the kings monkey is dead, meaning a baboon presented by Com. Downes of the u.S. Frigate Potomac, and moreover the king had ordered it to be interred in a ceremonious manner. ~ looking round they were • somewhat startled at the sight of a coffin. They soon found out however that it was not designed to contain a human being; but as a receptacle of the baboon, and they were allowed a sight of the animal which had been placed in the coffin. 13 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Friday Feby 8th 1833. The Packet sailed again for Kauai: but it is not expected she will go to Waimea. • She goes to Puna after food. The Hooikaika formerly the Pakii sailed for Lahaina today. She arrived on Wednesday & brought down Kahekili and now goes back after Hoapili to come down and look at the doings of the king. He seems to be setting his face to do evil and is trying to get a party to follow him. He is reviving the hula. Mr. Bingham called upon him a day or two ago and was pained to behold this amusement of naaupo times going on which his presence did not restrain until he gained permission of the king to put a stop to it. Having stopped the amusement for the time he addressed the company and reproved severely a native by the name ofNahinu who seemed to be a forward one among those who were rioting. This native was for a considerable time connected with the bindery ~ and has professed to be serious ~ He is a very shrewd fellow & capable of doing mischief. There are a good many things which look as though the King meant to bring things round to his willj or at least to make the attempt. He probably feels restricted and he wishes to follow his own inclinations more fully without so much regard to the chiefs as he has been heretofore under the necessity of paying. How it is a going to tum out we are of course not able to say certainly: But we are sure that the word of God speaks • truth when it says "He that being often reproved hardeneth his neck shall suddenly be destroyed & that without remedy." Should a party be formed and should they for a season gain ground & seem to prosper ~ yet their triumphing will be short. This may safely be predicted. Something, I understand has been said by the kings party about seizing Kinau & taking possession on {of} the fortj and she has been advised by some to go into the fort for security. But she does not see fit to gOj and moreover it would have a suspicious appearance in the eyes of the king. The best course for her to pursue is an open fearless one ~ & do nothing to give occasion to the King to charge her with usurpation. Monday Feby. 11 th 1833. Sent a canoe to Mr. Emerson. It was one sent down from Hilo by Mr. Goodrich for sale; but not being sold it was retd. to me. Thursday Feby. 14th 1833. On Sabbath morng. the Waverly & another vessel arrived from the windward & letters were reed. from Waimea & Lahaina and from Mr. Green. Letters have also been reed. from Kailua. The sick sisters that have been at Waim.ea were about removing to Kona. They are no better. • There seems to be little hope of their recovery. Last evening a small schooner arrived from Lahaina & this morning letters from the brethren came to hand and eight sheets of the translation of Colburns Arithmetic for the press. It was expected that Hoapili 14 �LEVI VOLUME 17 would come down; but he did not. The reason assigned was not to me very satisfactory. The King perseveres in his crooked course having Liliha to back him up. He has taken away land from • three church members ~ the reasons for doing it with regard to all I have not heard, with regard to one it was for seizing a bottle of rum which some one was carrying to the kings place. Mills has met with some losses for some reason or other. A ship of Salem, Cap. Archer arrived last evening. Verbal news has been recd. of the existence of the Colera Morbus in New York Boston, which had produced great consternation. Friday, 15th. Through Mills learn that the King & his company since they began their frolic have drunk 32 barrels of spirits. The end of such mirth will be heaviness. Have been engaged in the School of teachers this afternoon. I meet them three afternoons in a week. Monday, Wednesday & Friday & spend two hours each afternoon in teaching Arithmetic. I began on the 6th inst. Sabbath Feby 17 1833. After the close of the afternoon service, a native who has for a considerable time appeared serious called to tell me that he had been urged by the King to drink rum and that in compliance he had drunk one glass. He appeared to be in some trouble of mind on account of his • compliance. A church member also called and stated that he is accused of having drunk rum but he assured me it was not true, the he merely drunk part of a glass of wine mingled with water to gratify the King. How much credit the statement should receive I do not know. I should be sorry to think the man had told a lie. Quite a full congregation of foreigners assembled in the School house this evening ~ Mr. Armstrong preached ~ The noon service was conducted by Mr. Alexander. Monday Feby 18th 1833. Have seen a few American papers today. The Cholera Morbus is occasioning very great alarm. The existence of it in New York is undoubted. It was derived from Canada where it is now raging or was raging at the dates of the papers we have seen, and was very mortal its victims were principally drunkards and people of the lower orders. We have heard to day that four church members have drunk ardent spirits in the frolics of the king ~ It is very certain that the steps of the King are in direct opposition to the cause of religion & morality. And it is probable that he has adopted this course because he thinks his cause will be promoted by it. A very dark • cloud seems to be gathering ~ may it be a cloud out of which shall be abundance of rain. It shall be my prayer that the course pursued by the King may be the overthrow of the cause which Satan is instigating his friends to promote. 15 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Thursday Feby 21st 1833. The transactions of this day will we trust have an important bearing on the cause. Since Tuesday our minds have been greatly distressed in consequence of hearing that Kekauonohi • not only absented herself from meeting on the Sabbath but had drunk ardent spirits. Rebeka the wife of Auauhema called upon Mr. Bingham & made confession of her sin in drinking with Kekauonohi ' at the invitation she said & out of compliment to her she drank brandy. She seemed to be a good deal troubled & shed tears. This was on Tuesday afternoon. In the evening Kekauonohi at the suggestion of Kinau & Auhea called upon Mr. Bingham, Mr. B. was at the time in pursuit of her, but learning from her husband she had gone to his house he returned having Keliiahonui in company. She acknowledged with apparent emotion having drank some spirit in compliment to the King, though she would have it understood against her inclination. In doing this she said she had done wrong. The circumstance was as follows: She called upon the King to deliver a letter from the princess. The purport of the letter being to dissuade the King from following the course he had taken and advising him to abandon his drinking. During the interview the King filled a glass of spirits, brandy, I think, & invited her to drink. She declined, but being further solicited, She said, If you wish me to drink give me a little and sweeten it with sugar. This was done & she drank. This act seemed to be what gave her uneasiness. She passed over in silence the transactions of the • Sabbath. Mr. Bingham then inquired of her what took place on the Sabbath. She related for substance as follows as nearly as I can recollect, as told to me by Mr. Bingham. She went in the morning to recite her verses of the Ai 0 ka 1a and then when to see a sick friend, Haaheo where a number of person? were assembled Rebeka being one of the number. After she had finished the visit she went with Rebeka to the house of Kamau to eat. While there she was invited to drink spirit, but declined and asked for wine, Wine was brought forward and she and the company drank a bottle. Mr. B. asked her why she did not come to meeting in the afternoon. She said she was afraid her breath would be smelled and the people would say she had been drinking. In relating her drinking on the Sabbath she did not seem to think that in that particular she had sinned. Mr. B. was not fully satisfied with her acct. but wanted more evidence. He however advised her to go to the King and acknowledge that she had done wrong, and also to acknowledge her fault to Kinau & Auhea, and moreover told her she ought by all means to go to Maui to see Mr. Richards. She said she wished to go: but the King wished her to stay. • Yesterday some new light was thrown upon the subject of her drinking by a statement from Kaaiahua the wife of Aikanaka. She stated that she saw Kekauonohi at Kamau's and that she was ana. Keliiahonu called to get her to go home but she declined and it was not till dark that he got her to consent to leave the 16 �LEVI VOLUME 17 place. To day Mr. Bingham has been sifting the stories & getting out the truth. He sent for Rebeka, Aiahua & • Kekauonohi in order that he might converse with them all together. Kekauonohi refused to come. Dr. Judd however went after her & succeeded in getting her. The investigation proved that what was drunk was called wine: but was in reality either brandy or wine so mingled with brandy as to be very strong. Rebeka called it at the time brandy. It was very evident from the smell & its effects that it was stronger than simple wine. Herein however Kekauonohi had a pretext for calling it wine it being called so by others in the room. The witnesses testifying to Mr. B. that it was so called at the time. Mr. B. having got at the truth of the story, he advised & urged Kekauonohi to set out immediately for Lahaina. She seemed to be willing to go: but the King wished her to stay having said if she went he should consider her as having haalele'd him. Mr. B. proposed going with her to the King: but she seemed rather inclined to go alone. He however wrote to the King. She went to the Kings house but he was absent and she concluded to go to Lahaina without an interview and embarked on board the Waverly, which was waiting to take her, being bound to Maui & Hawaii by previous arrangement. Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong embarked for Maui on board the Waverly. They expect to spend the interval • between this & the Gen. Meetg. at Molokai with Mr. & Mrs. Hitchcock. I wrote to most of the brethren at the windward & sent a few articles. Pretty soon after the sailing of the Waverly the Pupuka saild having Kahekili on board for Maui. He has been more temperate than usual notwithstanding the carousing of the King & his company. He has however drunk a few glasses to show his loyalty. What effect will be produced by the departure of Kekauonohi for Maui, we cannot tell ~ the King may be very angry and show resentment in a way that we think not of. Saturday Feby. 23rd 1833. This afternoon a meeting of the church was held in the meeting house. The object of the meeting was to arouse the chh. to a state of feeling becoming the darkness of the present time and to inquire into the case of those who have sinned and to afford an opportunity to any who by compliance with some solicitation to sin have defiled their conscience, to make confession and thus place themselves in circumstances proper for them to be in order to obtain pardon & peace. • The services were opened with singing & prayer. An address was made by Mr. Bingham after which and in connexion with conversation he called upon those who had violated their conscience in any way to state the act by which they had wounded their own souls and done the cause an injury. A female stated she 17 �LEVI VOLUME 17 was afraid she was guilty in consequence of having made an assertion without sufficient evidence though she supposed at the time she was making a true statement; it proved however to be not true. Another said • he was afraid that he and his wife were both in fault in consequence of having taken under their protection a sister of his wife who had been guilty of moe kolohe, the same having been fined by the magistrate in a certain number of fathoms of wall to be made by her own hands. The king however seeing her engaged in this labor on the first or second day of her working discharged her & paid a fine to the lunakanawai for her liberation. His having taken her in to his house after this was the subject of concern least it was an improper act. Rebeka who had been guilty of drinking what is supposed to have been brandy mingled with wine on the Sabbath and keeping away from meeting in violation of the day was called upon and she made confession of her sin. Kinimaka who had been guilty of drinking wine with the King and thus countenancing his conduct 'whas called upon to make his statement which he did. The chh. were asked as a whole to make known if any of them had drunk with the party who are using their arts to entangle the people; if any of themselves had drunk or if they knew of any that had done so. Several mentioned that they had been invited to drink but had refused. One stated that he had been informed in a way which seemed to admit of no doubt, that Palu had invited a person not a member of the chh. to drink with him, • but that the person invited refused on the ground of his having forsaken the use of spiritous liquors. Palu was not present at that time, but he was invited in before the close of the meeting and was invited by Mr. Bingham to make confession if he had been guilty of any unchristian conduct. But he did not seem to be aware that he was in fault & made no acknowledgement. He was told however that he would be conversed with by some one who would make known his fault. The question was asked whether if a member of the chh. should purchase rum or ardent spirits for the King he broke the laws of the land: the answer was that he broke them: but probably the king would shield him from punishment. It was mentioned to the chh. that Friday next would be observed as a day of fasting & prayer and that the Communion would be celebrated the Sabbath following. Sabbath Feby. 24th 1833. It has been a very quite sabbath. The attention to the preaching appeared to be solemn. The sermon which was solemn and adapted to the state of things and powerful was founded on Prov. XlV. 12 & 13. There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of • death. Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; & the end of that mirth is heaviness. My Sabbath School was unusually large and the scholars seemed much interested in the lesson for the week which was the 17 first verses of the XVIII chap. of Matthew. Most of the lesson was very appropriate to the times and the 18 �LEVI VOLUME 17 application was very direct & easy. The inference made seemed to make considerable impression. The • interest which individuals feel in the school affords me satisfaction and encourages me to persevere in my labors. I desire to leave the success with the Lord I feel that I am not worthy to be an instrument of Saving Souls but I desire that the Lord would sanctify his own truth and cause it to be like the rain & the snow from heaven. Monday Feby 25th 1833. I hear to day that Kinau has sent word to the king to restore the lands he took away as they were not taken according to law, those who were hemo ed not having been guilty of a breach of law. How his majesty will treat the request I do not know. But this I know Kinau has done her duty and she has right on her side ~ "Great is truth & will prevaiL" The Lord grant it success for his own name's sake. Thursday Feby 28th. A hula in the village today at the house formerly occupied by Kaomi. It was commenced at an early hour and continued until noon and was broken up only by the appearance of Kinau to put a stop to it. The notice that a hula was going on reached her and she sent word by Kalaaulana to Kaomi to put a stop to it & shut up the house: but the order recived a prompt denial the king being present. Then it was that Kinau & Auhea formed the resolution to go in person and to expostulate with the • king. Having come to this resolution they requested the prayers of the missionaries while they went to put it in execution. On arriving at the place of riot they learned that the King had decamped. Kinau's presence put a stop to the mirth and the dancers & musicians retired. In the evening two natives called upon me to state a grievance, which was Kaomi's taking possession of the house and yard in which they reside, in order to carryon the hula. Kaomi it seems was formerly their teacher and they recollected that he had told them that should their teacher forsake the right way the scholars should not follow him in the bad way. This one of the men reminded him of and made use of it as an argument to remonstrate against the hula beseeching him to desist: but in vain. They said their hearts were greatly pained in consequence of the conduct of their teacher and the revival of the hula. They left the place they said and retired to the fort. There indeed they have their business being soldiers of the fort. They said the dancing was conducted with drinking, the spirit being furnished by the King. It is said it is the Kings intention to make a tour of this island with his company of hula. I learned also • from Keliiahonui that this amusement of the wa naaupo is in a state of being revived. That the spirit of returning to it has got abroad or as he stated it has broken out from the pa of the King. If so it is preceedill_g him in his rout. 0 that the Lord would lift up a Standard against this and all the works of darkness which 19 �LEVI VOLUME 17 are perpetrated by the King and his adherents. A native was buried last Saturday, who came to his end in consequence of his excesses in his attendance • on the riots at the King's place. Attended with Mrs. Chamberlain "and the children a funeral of a child belonging to a native man & woman living in the family of Dr. Judd. This is the 3rd child which these same persons have lost by death in the course of two months all born since they have been living in Dr. Judd's family. The eldest was a little older than our eldest & the youngest a little younger than our youngest. Sabbath Mar. 3rd 1833. This has been a day of no ordinary solicitude on account of threats having been made of disturbance. At 3 dck in the morning a messenger came to Mr. Bingham and made known that Kinau had been secretly informed that disorder might be expected to day as the Kings party were planning to carryon their amusements openly, and to assail the life of Kinau. Although there was room to suppose that the report might not be true, still as it came from good authority, we could not but feel a good deal of anxiety. The day however has been quiet, and the congregation in the morning was unusually large. Saturday March 9th. This has been to me a week of unusual perplexity particularly on account of a • misunderstanding which exists between myself and another member of the station. The state too of the nation is such as is calculated to cast a gloom over the mind. The hula which was at first confined to the king's yard has been performed in various places in the village. Sports also are allowedi for instance, ulu maika, pal1.ee and pua:, many are seen engaged in them. This day a cryer has been proclaiming the abrogation of the laws respecting moe kolohe uni rama &c. - all except those laws which respect theft & murder were declared not in force. If a man were displeased with his wife he might abandon her with impunity, and so the wife the husband. Nothing was said respecting the Sabbath, but it has been predicted that the meeting house will be deserted. Kinau was on the point of despatching her vessel to Lahaina to give notice to Hoapili of the state of things, and to request his presence here to witness what is going oni but his majesty gave orders unexpectedly to Kinau to send the schooner to Kauai for food for him. And she despatched it accordingly. But she obtained a small vessel belonging to Aikana which sailed last night for Maui & Hawaii. • Sabbath Mar. 101833. The day, notwithstanding our fears, has been quiet, and the congregation about as large as usual. Mr. Bingham preached a very faithful sermon from the words 2 Tim. 2: 19. Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And let every 20 �LEVI VOLUME 17 one that nameth the name of Christ depart from all iniquity." In the afternoon Mr. Tinker preached. Monday March 11th 1833. The Brig Niu arrived from Hawaii with Gov. Adams ~ Mr. Ruggles was a • passenger. He came down on acct. of his health. Mrs.. Chapin was in a very low state: her husband has given her over ~ wishes Dr. ]. to go up & consult with him. But we do not know of any opportunity for his going and it will not probably be thought advisable to charter a vessel on purpose. Tuesday 12th. Learn that a cryer has been proclaiming through the village an order from the King that all the prostitutes assemble tomorrow to pay court to his mistress and to make her a present: henceforth they are to be her inheritance. Probably she is to become the Patron of Prostitution and will do all she is able to make the course honorable. A tax is also laid upon all articles of domestic manufacture: so says report. Gov. Adams visited the King and inquired of him who was the author of the confusion which now pervades the place. He replyed that he was the author of it. The Gov. said I am going to stop it. The King made no reply. The Gov. repeated I am going to put a stop to it. You hear it do you! Thursday March 14th 1833. Hoapili arrived this morning from Lahaina. He has come down on business of the nation. • Friday 15 1833. A crier was abroad last night not far from midnight) giving notice to the people) as we learn this morning) to assemble at the king)s place to hear what the king may have to say to them. Some considerable excitement has been felt by the people in prospect of what may be said by the King. Soon after noon a communication was brought to Kinau with much formality by Kaomi in the costume of an officer of government & John Stevens. ~ The substance of which was) that the King takes for himself all the lands conquered by Kamehameha his father ~ granting to all others the lands by their fathers taken by conquest ~ with him is life and death) right an wrong) ~ the amusements ~ the laws and all doings ~ with him only. Signed King Kauikeaouli. It was not till considerably after noon that the people and chiefs had assembled in such manner that the ahaolelo was opened. ~ Kinau having arrived the King caused a way to be cleared thought the crowd to the place assigned~ As they met he saluted her by pressing his nose to hers. She then took her seat on the ground. The King whispered to Kinau inviting her to speak: but she referred it back to himself. He then • arose and proclaimed the substance of the written communication with the addition that Kinau was the nohohale for himself & the imihale as it respects the other chiefs. He said it was with him to put a stop to the lea lea and not with the other chiefs. The day has been quiet; and to us a day of much solicitude. 21 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Being at the store of Mr. Reynolds to day I was accosted by the Eng. Consul) and my ears assailed with • abuse of the mission from his lips on account of some remarks contained in a Gen. letter of the mission - published in the Herald for March 1832 which contained he said charges against the foreigners as having joined to oppose the King. I requested him to produce the Herald as I should be glad to see the article myself. He went out to look for it) but returned without it) as he said it had been removed from the place where he had seen it. But was sure) he said) as to the statement he had made. I was engaged an hour at least in conversation with him and others. During the conversation many hard things were said respecting some of the members of the mission and "liars» an appellation very frequently applied. Much was animadverted respecting the Journal ofMr. Stewart and the Eng. Consul said if he were to come out here) he would shoot him. Saturday March 16th 1833. Mr. Bingham made a call upon the king this afternoon) ~ not finding him at his house) he went in pursuit of him to a place where a concourse were engaged playing at ulumaika. Just as he reached the place he noticed that the king had started for the store of Mr. French. Thither he followed him) but he had entered one of the side rooms. Mr. B. waited some time and a length his majesty came out so as to be accosted) he gave Mr. B. a very friendly shake of the hand; and Mr. B. had some conversation • with him) and showed him a paper containing a short address and advice) which he read. Mr. French & Charlton were present and seemed desirous to divert the King)s attention. After awhile an opportunity offered for inviting the King to walk with him and they both left the store of Mr. E Mr. B. had an opportunity of conversing freely and of giving such advice as he thought best. He enjoined it upon him not to give permission for the violation of the Sabbath & invited his attendance at meeting tomorrow with which he promised compliance. He said moreover that the present disorders were nearly at an end. Mr. Ruggles sailed in the Waverly for KauaL Sabbath Mar. 17 1833. The day has been one of peace and quiet. Notwithstanding that the address of the King had left the country with no other law than his will ' and no other pono than his own manao. The congregation was as large as usual and attentive in listening to a sermon of Mr. Bingham respecting the Sabbath. I did not myself attend meeting having remained at home with Evarts who is ill in order to allow of Mrs. C.S going. In the afternoon Mr. Clark preached. During the first singing his Majesty made his • appearance with two of his punahele with epauletts and all three took their seats on the settee in front of the pulpit. Their behavior was orderly ~ the king joined in the singing and arose to sing the Doxology. In the evening Mr. Clark preached in Eng. at the School house and I met with the propounded 22 �LEVI VOLUME 17 members at my house for conversation. Monday March 18th 1833. Being at the village this morning I was accosted by Mr~Reynolds and • referred to a statement which I made on Friday at his store. Viz. that I had seen fire arms at the Oahu Hotel at the time of the excitement at this island just before the government was taken out of the hands of Madam Boki. He said I must be mistaken as to the time as he was sure that no arms were in the house at that time. I replied that according to the best of my recollection that was the time when I saw them. I said however that I had nothing but my memory to refer to ~ that I had never written anything respecting it ~ had no minute of it and had never before spoken of it. Our conversation turned to the subject of Friday & Mr. Reynolds was very warm and abusive. I conversed without anger tho' accused of lying several times. The topics were various: but all relating to the conduct of the mission, particularly as to their communications.- With regard to that in the March Herald, he said, if some acknowledgement were not made, he should use his influence to prevent the missionaries preaching ever again in the school house. Mr. Bingham having walked to the village to call upon Mr. Jones the Consul, came in contact with Mr. Reynolds & Mr. Charlton at the house of Mr. Jones ~ Here he had a sharp controversy with those gentlemen & others respecting the communication in the March Herald and respecting many other things • which have given the residents uneasiness. The two gent. whose names are mentioned were very abusive & insulting in their language & conduct particularly Mr. Charlton who is peculiarly rancorous in his feelings. Mr. French also made a heavy charge against Mr. B. among other things that he had thro. his influence lost the sum of $7000 ~ in consequence of the interdict upon distilling having purchased the distillery for the purpose of carrying on the business. The encounter lasted upwards of 4 hours, during which time much was said and an opportunity afforded to Mr. B. to vindicate himself which he improved but whether to the satisfaction of the Gent. I did not learn. Tuesday Mar. 19 1833. The Paalua arrived from Kauai & brought up Debora & her husband. Hoapili called and gave us the information that he had had an interview with the king, and that he (the king) had restored things much to the state they were in before ~ having given back the laws to Kinau and acknowledged that he was hewa. It is to be feared however that all things are not as they were before and that they will not soon be in that state, tho. we have great cause to rejoice that the torrent is for the • present checked. Bya letter recd. from Mr. Whitney we learn that a Frenchman at Kauai has had notice from the Catholics. They have heard of the death of Kaahumanu and desire to learn the state of things in the islands 23 �LEVI VOLUME 17 in order to arrangements for their return ~ The consent of the king if possible it is their wish to gain. • Wednesday March 29th 1833. The Crusader, Capt. Hinckley sailed this afternoon for the Coast of California. She is to stop at Kauai, Kailaa went down in her. I sent a few articles for Mr. Whitney and wrote a letter, stating briefly all the news I had to communicate. Friday 22nd. The musicians who have recently performed instrumental music for the gratification of the King and have several times attended him & his suit through the streets with flags waving in the wind, have, we learn, given his Majesty a dinner today. Quite a check seems to have been given to the sports ~ very little sporting is witnessed in the street, tho. no order has to our knowledge been issued against it. There is however more of sport, gambling & intemperance still remaining than has existed for many years. Friday Mar. 30th. This has been our fast for humiliation & prayer for higher Christian & missionary attainments. Wednesday April3rd. A fast has been observed by the church & congregation at this place for humiliation & prayer on acct. of the Critical state of the nation and to beseech God to avert the judgment of civil Commotion & to give union & integrity to all who are connected with the government. • Thursday April 4th 1833. Hoapili sailed for Lahaina having accomplished the object of his visit ~ or much of it. Things are now quiet. The disorders in the village have ceased to a great extent. It is tabu to carryon the sports in the village; but they are allowed elsewhere. Gambling is still allowed and groups of natives are seen playing at puu. Sabbath ApI. 7th. We were happy to see the king present at meeting this morning. He sat quietly: the sermon contained much that was calculated to awaken his conscience if he had any left to be wrought upon. Saturday ApI 13th. For a day or two past I have had occasion to go to that part of the village which includes the landing and I have been exceedingly pained with the sights which have been there presented ~ groups of natives gambling and making a noise ~ women in the attire of harlots mixing with the company & sauntering about ~ boats going off to the ships with females on board for the purposes of prostitution ~ Sailors laying hold of females putting their arms around them & pulling them about these have been the • sights and disgusting they are in the extreme. Prostitution has very greatly increased and it is practiced as shamelessly as in former times. The ship Pocahontas which has refreshed at Hilo came to anchor this forenoon. The capt. very kindly 24 �LEVI VOLUME 17 brought articles from that station ~ 5 barrels of pia, a number of baskets, past board &c. recd. letters both from Hilo & Lahaina. The bark Volunteer, Mr. Jones sailed for the Gulf of California. Sent various letters • to be forward by a vessel at the Coast. Wednesday April 17th. The Paalua sailed this morning for Maui & Mr. Johnstone took passage for Lahaina for a short visit. By the Ulu which sailed yesterday I sent sashes for Kaawaloa & letters. This afternoon the Packet arrived from Kauai and Mr. Ruggles returned. Walked to the King's with Mr. Ruggles and obtained an interview. He was pleasant and all things were very still and decent about the establishment. In one of the small houses of the enclosure was Kinau. We entered the house and saluted her. To the enquiry if she staid with the King she said ~ Ua noho wale ilio no. ~ as if she had said ~ I am only present I have nothing to do but to stay. My object in calling upon the King was to ascertain whether I might put a yoke of oxen on board the Niu which I learned was to stop at Lahaina. He did not seem to be aware that the vessel was to stop at Lahaina. He would determine, he said, about it and let me know. Thursday Apri118th 1833. The natives are assembling for examination. A teacher belonging to Ewa told me that some of his scholars had been engaged in the hula on the Sabbath ~ and that some of those • who had been thus occupied had come forward for examination with the rest of the Scholars. His heart he said was Maele (benummed [sic]) in consequence of this conduct. Friday 19. The schools of Honolulu were examined. The King was present with his school and exhibited in reading. He was also examined in singing with the Doctors class which exhibited in itself the singing of a number of tunes. The schools have fallen of very much since last quarter. Saturday 20. The examination of the schools closed this day - from Waikiki to Kualoa were examined in the morning & from Honouliuli to Kapalama in the afternoon ~ The falling offhas been rather more than 2/5 ~ taking the average of the districts. The greatest deficiency by far was in the district of Kailua. That is the present residence of Liliha & Kalo1a who are taking the lead in sin. Monday 22. A meeting of the teachers took place this forenoon and they were addressed by Mr. Bingham & Mr. Clark on the subject of faithfulness &c. Friday April 26 1833. The Packet sailed for the windward to carry Mr. Ruggles. He was ready on • Wednesday: but the wind was so strong and so much a head that he delayed. The vessel goes to Lahaina first & thence it is expected it will go to Kaawa10a. Having made inquiry respecting a vessel to go to the Marquesas to convey a mission there in case the 25 �LEVI VOLUME 17 decision of the Gen. Meeting to take place in June should be in favor of the measure, I have reed. proposals for the Loriot. The conditions are $3,000 for four months, i.e. 1500 for wear and tear of vessel and 1500 for • the sailing part. This sum we think large and as there is some uncertainty as to this mission's being taken, I have declined saying anything further upon the subject to the owners. Saturday 27th. The Niu, recently given up to the King by Gov. Adams who had formerly the charge of it, having been put under the command of a new captain and made ready for sea, sailed this evening for Kawaihae. I put on board a few articles for the brethren at Waimea. The vessel in going out struck a sand bank on one side of the passage, but was got off without much trouble or delay. Wednesday May 1st 1833. The ship Mentor of New London, the arrival of which we had been expecting for more than a month came to anchor in the roads. The waving of the Bethel flag from the fore topmast head apprized us that the Chaplain for seamen was on board. We were in doubt whether there were any families on board destined for this mission: but the arrival of a boat soon brought us information of two ordained clergymen & their wives and of an unmarried printer. The clergymen are the Rev. Messrs. Parker & Smith & the printer is Mr. Fuller. Mr. Diell the chaplain & his lady & Mrs. Rice wife of the • captain were passengers. Dr. Judd & Messrs. Tinker & Alexander went off in the Missionary Packet's boat. It was very rough & they got considerably wet in coming in. We were disappointed in not obtaining letters. A few only for one or two individuals were all that came to hand. The most of the letters are supposed to be in a box belonging to one of the missionaries which had been put in a part of the ship not now easy to get to. Mr. Diell came on shore today, but it was so rough it was thought by the cap. not expedient that the missionaries or the ladies should venture to leave the ship. Thursday May 21833. Early this momg. I went to the village to get a passage off the Mentor, an arrangement having been made by the Captn. with Mr. Reynolds to go off with a large boat to bring in the passengers. I took passage with Mr. Reynolds and was accompanied by Mr. Alexander & Mr. Rogers. On reaching the vessel we found the passengers busy preparing to debark As soon as they were ready the ladies were lowered by a chair into the long boat & the brethren having decended the side of the ship & taken their seat all set out for the shore. I came in the cap. boat ~ with Mr. Fuller the printer Having reached the • shore we walked to the house of the Eng. Consul, where Mr. & Mrs. Diell are to be accommodated with lodgings. Here the missionaries stopped a few minutes,. Mr. Bingham having come down, he gave the Missy. brethren an invitation to take breakfast at his house. A wagon was in waiting to take the ladies: but 26 �LEVI VOLUME 17 they chose to walk so we proceeded to the house of Mr. B. After breakfast the families were assembled and • joined in a hymn of praise & a prayer to God. In the afternoon the new br.& sis. were introduced to the chiefs. Sabbath May 5th 1833. Our new friends attended native service ~ Mr. Bingham preached: but the house was not as full as usuaL The cong. seems to be falling off: the number present did not I think amount to more than 1,200. Mr. B. preached again in the afternoon on account of the ill health of Mr. Clark. The king was present. The English service in the school house commenced immediately after the close of the native service, and was conducted by Mr. DielL The house was well filled. The exercises in the evening were conducted by Mr. Alexander. Monday 6. Most of the supplies for the mission bought out in the ship Mentor Capt. Rice were landed today & part of the drawn up. The wharf was filled with supplies at night & I employed natives to keep watch. Concert of prayer was observed at the house of Mr. Bingham. The having taken tea at Mr. B.s remained during the exercises which lasted till near nine o'clock. • A very fervent prayer was offered unto God for the King. 0 that he might live before the Lord and use his influence to promote the best good of his subjects. Wednesday May 8th 1833. Hoapili's schooner sailed for Maui today. I sent some supplies and all the letters I had on hand, for the brethren at Maui Molokai & Kona on Hawaii. Finished drawing supplies. Thursday 9th. Have learned to day that Mr. Bingham has been prohibited by the trustees of the Oahu Charity School from officiating in that building. This is in retaliation for some sentiments contained in a letter of Mr. Bingham which has been published in America. Monday 13th. The Waverly sailed this afternoon for the windward. She is to stop at Maui first and I have sent a yoke of working oxen in compliance with the request of Mr. Green. They will be landed at Lahaina and thence be driven to Wailuku. Mr. Alexander and family took passage also Mr. Rogers. The vessel will proceed to Molokai after landing the passengers & supplies at Lahaina and from • Molokai to Hilo. I have put on board all the supplies or about all I have on hand for that station. Saturday May 18 1833. The Paalua sailed for Kauai and I sent supplies for the station. It is expected the brethren will avail themselves of this vessel for a passage to the Gen. Meetg. Z7 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Friday 24th. The Paalua returned from Kauai and brought Messrs. Whitney & Gulick & their families. Mr. W. takes up his abode in my family & Mr. Gulick in the family of Dr. Judd. Mrs. Gulick is quite feeble; '. so much so that she is not able to walk. Saturday 25. The cart has been employed drawing up potatoes from the Schooner, of which there is upwards of 12 barrels. I have engaged the Schooner to go to Maui to carry as many families as can be accommodated on board. Sabbath 26. Mr. Whitney preached in the morning and Mr. Emerson in the afternoon. Mr. Emerson & his family arrived from Waialua on Friday. Tuesday 28. The cart has been occupied most of this day drawing supplies to the village to go on board the Paalua. Mr. Tinker has sent down his effects to remove them to Lahaina as it is his expectation to be located at the windward. Wednesday 29th. The Paalua sailed for Maui about noon or a little after. She was detained a few hours on account of a new movement of the king, he having sent an order to Kinau & her husband to deliver up the guns and commission of Kekuanaoa who has the command of the kings guards. This order disconcerted the chiefs very much and they wished to write to Maui and give notice of the movement. • The families which went in the Paalua are the following Mr. Tinker, Mr. Emerson and Mr. Parker. Mr. Clark went without his family. During the afternoon Kinau & her husband had an interview with the King. He said it was not the guns he wanted but the resignation of Kekuanaoa as he was hewa. What his hewa was he could not tell when questioned closely: that is really hewa, but he wished to put in another person,- a half breed native by the name of John Stevens. To this person Kinau objected. She talked very plainly to the King: so much so that he told her to stop. She said she did not blame him but the wicked men who were about him. Her heart she said was exceedingly pained on this account. She said she should call in all the guns & take charge of them her self until Hoapili & the Princess could come down & then a person should be designated to take command of the soldiers. Things are in a very bad state and war is much talked of. It is the opinion of the Chiefs generally that blood shed will be the result of these movements. Kaomi is the active man in stirring up contention. He seems to be aspiring to a very high place in the councils & business of the nation. The • Lord interpose to prevent the shedding of innocent blood and disappoint the expectations of this wicked aspirant. Thursday 301833. The Puahulale sailed today. As she goes to Lahaina to carry notice of the 28 �LEVI VOLUME 17 transactions of yesterday and to invite Hoapili & the Princess to come down, Mr. Whitney took passage. Mrs. W. remains with us: her little daughter is with her. Kuhia called today to know how many of us were going to MauL On my stating the number who • expected to stay, he said, Why do you not all go. I think you had better all go. He alluded to the difficulties and hinted that they were likely to be serious. He said it was their opinion that Kekuanaoa ought not to be censured. His helva could not be shown. Sabbath June 2nd 1833. Just at dawn of day a person rode by at full speed and as he passed he uttered something which I did not understand. This movement led me to think that something was going on designed to break upon the order of the Sabbath; and I was not mistaken for sure enough something was going on, and it was nothing short of a hula at the place occupied by Paki, and was attended by the King with drinking and noise. None of our number witnessed it: but some of the native members of the church in passing along to meeting saw it and gave notice. At the close of the morning service the church were requested to remain after the congregation had been dismissed. The object was to converse with some delinquent members previous to the communion to take place in the afternoon. Kinimaka 'who had been guilty of intemperance confessed his fault & professed repentance having made • his confession immediately after the commission of his crime and again on Saturday it was thought he ought not to be suspended. He was reproved and cautioned and then permitted to retain his standing as a communicant. Mills was called upon but the account he gave of himself was not satisfactory to show his penitence and having been guilty of faults since his suspension at the last communion, he was not admitted to good standing, but required to remain suspended till he shall give better evidence of penitency. In the afternoon the Church assembled to commemorate the suffering & dying love of the Savior. Eight persons who were propounded at our last communion having been under a course of instruction during the three months that have elapsed, were admitted by baptism & sat down with the Church. A young man a native of the islands who has spent several years in America & has learned the carpenters trade, was admitted as an occasional communicant by recommendation of the pastor of the Cong. chh. in Brimfield Ms. • Monday June 3rd 1833. This afternoon the Missionary Packet set sail for Maui to carry up the remainder of the brethren to attend the Gen. Meeting. ~ Viz. Mr. Gulick & family: Mr. Smith & wife & Mrs. Bingham. 29 �LEVI VOLUME 17 The Concert of prayer for the natives was observed. Dr. Judd conducted the services. The illness of Mr. Fuller prevented the families meeting together as usual on this occasion. • The natives seem to be devoted to sports and the hula. Great numbers were collected to day in a part of the village engaged in gambling. Kaomi)s place was the scene of a hula as we passed along to the shore near where the Packet was at anchor. Was kept up till nearly midnight to assist in taking care of Mr. Fuller who has been very much deranged. Tuesday 4th. I attended the Church meeting this afternoon. Nothing special can be recorded respecting it. The number who were present amounted to about 80. Wednesday 5th. The bell was rung as usual for the Wednesday lecture and upwards of 200 assembled together. I read and expounded the 14 chap. of Luke. The Diana arrived from Lima. Friday June 7th 1833. This morning a fleet of schooners arrived from Maui bringing down all the chiefs from the windward. Viz. Nahienaena) Hoapili Kane) Hoapili wahine) Kekauonohi) Kahekili) Kekapuohe) Kapiolani) Kamakau) Auwae) Malo and a great many of the chiefs principal attendants together with the scholars to the High School who belong to this island. A council of the nation will be convened for deciding on the Kings prerogative and settling other • matters of government. The native members of the church met together for prayer in the early part of the day. I called at the large house of Kinau and had in interview with the newly arrived chiefs all of whom I found there except Kekauonohi & Kahekili. There was much bustle of natives calling) and of the chiefs people spreading down mats. By letters from Lahaina we learn that the meeting was organised on Wednesday ~ which was the day on which the Packet arrived. all the brethren expected from Hawaii had not arrived. The subject of the Marquesas Mission had been entered upon and when the last letters were written the brethren had gone so far as to designate the number of missionaries to go. Mr. Richards thinks the design will be carried though it is possible it will fail in appointing the men. Much intemperance and confusion has been exhibited in our neighborhood yesterday & today. So much intoxication & disorder I have not witnessed since the early days of my residence in the islands. • Sabbath June 9th 1833. The congregation was rather larger than usual owing to the presence of the windward chiefs. Dr. Judd addressed the people in the morning) and I addressed them in the afternoon. The king was present in the afternoon. The day has been as quiet as usuaL 30 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Thursday 13. The Schooner Pupuka arrived from Lahaina and brought the Rev. Messrs. Armstrong, Alexander & Parker & their families and Mr. & Mrs. Rogers; the three first have been designated by the • Gen. Meeting for the Washington Islands. And I have recd. instructions to provide a conveyance & to fit them out without delay that they may depart as early as they can be conveniently ready. Called with the brethren designated for the Washington islands upon Mr. French, who has direction of the brig Dhaulle now in port & bound for the Society islands, in order to make an agreement with him to carry the missionaries to the islands for which they have been designated. We found Mr. French disposed to make an agreement at the rate of 600 pro mo. for the vessel or for 1200 the voyage independent of the board of the passengers and a few other things for which he should be disposed to make additional charges. Appointed tomorrow at 9 o'ck the hour for calling again & having an interview, the captain to be present and then to go on board and look at the accommodations of the vessel. Friday 14th June 1833. Called upon Mr. French according to appointment. Capt. Bancroft was present. After introducing the subject of terms for the vessel Mr. E took out his pencil and wrote for board of passengers 360 dollars, natives $75; cattle, goats & live stock $65, making the round sum of $500 for • exigencies. I was hardly able to speak for surprise, and was half indignant at the price. I did not gain my composure so as to speak with any complacency upon the subject. ' I told him I thought the price very high and did not see how he could possibly make a charge for board of such an amount. We accompanied Capt. Bancroft on board the vessel. The cabin is small & low but the forward cabin which is to be enlarged for the passengers though low, may be made comfortable for the passage. Saturday June 15th. Made another call upon Mr. French & conversed further on the terms for the vessel & agreed to give him $1500 for carrying the passengers & all their effects, cattle & live stock and their native servants and victualing them for the voyage, the vessel to be detained 14 days at the island & to sail from here on the 1st day oOuly. Sabbath 16th. Congregation as large as usual, I read part of the VI chap. of Matthew & endeavored to expound from it. D. Judd addressed the people in the afternoon. The King was present. Wednesday June 19th 1833. I read a chapter in the Epistle to the Romans and made remarks. The • congregation was about as large as usual. Debora is desirous of accompanying the mission to the Washington Islands. I called upon her & her husband to converse with them upon the subject. She expressed herself as having fully made up her mind 31 �LEVI VOLUME 17 to go if she may. Her husband also seemed to be of the same mind. Thursday 20th. The Hooikaika arrived from Maui & brought the brethren from the Gen. meeting. The '. following came down. Messrs. Bingham, Whitney, Clark, Emerson & family, Forbes & Dr. Chapin. Their baggage was landed & brought up. Friday 21st. On the subject of Debora's going on the Washington island mission Kinau addressed a note to the brethren of this station stating her unwillingness that she should go, on the ground that she needed her as a helper and that God had perhaps placed her with her in that capacity. The princess joined in the sentiment. It is therefore our opinion that we cannot under present circumstances advise her to go. Saturday 22. The Paalua sailed for Kauai & Mr. & Mrs. Whitney took passage for their station. Sabbath June 23rd, 1833. Mr. Bingham preached this morning & Mr. Forbes in the afternoon. I retired to rest exhausted with fatigue. About 12 o'ck I was awaked by Mrs. C. saying there was a knocking at the door. I arose and on opening the door found Deborah & Kapiolani standing waiting admittance having something to say to me. They stated that the chiefs had come to the conclusion to go tomorrow to the King and take him willing or not willing to Maui. This decision they had come to in consequence of the course he is pursuing, having spent this day in revelry having had a company of players at his house performing • instrumental music, accompanied with drinking. They wanted to know what I thought of the measure. I did not know what reply to make. It was a subject about which we had nothing to say. They were not satisfied with this and said if I saw anything exceptionable in what the chiefs proposed to do I ought to say so. I then asked a number of questions as to the unanimity of the chiefs and whether they had well considered the consequences which would be likely to result. And I gave my advise that they should review the subject and not decide hastily a measure which might involve very serious consequences. I advised them to use persuasion in preference to force ~ and not to think of coercing the king unless they were prepared for all the consequences of such a step particularly as the foreigners would stand on his side. Monday June 24th. At about 8 o'ck this morng. Mrs. C. was confined with a daughter so that we have now two sons & two daughters. She was very much favored. She arose at the usual hour in the morning and attended to getting breakfast. She found her labor coming on before she had finished getting breakfast, and left her work & came into the room ~ finding however a moments respite she returned to the kitchen & • finished getting breakfast. She then returned to her bed. Her pains increased rapidly so that as soon we had finished morng. prayer I was obliged to call in aid, and at 8 o'ck our second daughter was born. She weighed 7 1/4 pounds. 32 �LEVI VOLUME 17 There has been a movement to day to get the King to the windward: but it was ineffectuaL No force ie was used. He yielded to his sister and came as far as Mr. French's. There he was beset by the foreigners and persuaded to stay. Or rather his inclination to stay was encouraged & his resolution to disregard the wishes of the chiefs confirmed. There was a great concourse of people & much bustle. I learn that he tried to get Kinau and the chiefs to consent to his wishes respecting the grog shops in the presence of the foreigners. In this however he did not succeed, tho. he said if they did not consent, they did not consent to his being King. Kinau replyed that they did acknowledge him King, but they did not consent to his doing wrong. The foreigners consider this stand taken by the king as a triumph. The Eng. Consul says that the King applied to him for help to prevent being taken off by the chiefs to Maui against his consent. Wednesday June 6th 1833. I have been employed all this day in sending supplies to the village. The effects of Mr. Smith who is located with Mr. Hitchcock on Molokai were carried down immediately after breakfast and the rest of the day was occupied in conveying supplies for the W.L Miss. & the effects of the missionaries to the landing. The Waverly & Pupuka sailed for the windward. Our brethren Dr. Chapin, Messrs. Forbes & Smith • took passage. Saturday June 29th. Notice having been given that fresh provisions would be acceptable for the use of the brethren about to sail for the Washington Islands the friends of the object brought in various articles such as cabbages, onions, squashes, kalo & potatoes, also fowls, turkeys, ducks, goats & hogs; which were all taken down to the vesseL Mr. French will allow for these things a certain price and place the amount to my credit which will lessen just so much the expenses of the Washington Islands Mission. Monday July 1st. This is the day for the sailing of the vessel which is to carry our brethren & sisters to the Washington Islands. Everything is ready on our part. I sent down in the morning three heifers to go on board & Mr. French furnished a young bull to complete the stock. Owing to some difficulty in regard to the crew the Captain has sent us word that the vessel will not sail today but will be ready to sail tomorrow at 10 o'ck and requests that the missionaries will be ready by that time to embark. • This detention will allow our brethren & sisters to enjoy with us the concert of prayer. Tuesday July 2nd 1833. The residue of the baggage & personal effects of the brethren was taken down to the vesseL At 10 o'ck all things were ready for embarkation. 33 �LEVI VOLUME 17 There was some little detention in getting down and it was past 11 o'ck before we reached the wharf and were ready to engage in the parting exercises. As many of the brethren & sisters as could leave home • accompanied our friends to the place of embarkation ~ and we formed a group on the wharf in connexion with a considerable number of natives both of our acquaintances & friends as well as strangers. The parting hymn ((Blest be the tie that binds» was sung. MI. Bingham made a short address and offered a prayer at the close of which he spake a few words in native to the people. The exercises were then closed by singing two verses of an appropriate hymn. When our bI. & sisters designated for the Washington Islands Mission stepped into the boat in waiting & were taken quickly on board the vessel now lying near the wharf which is to take them to the field of their future labors & trials.- Several of us accompanied them to the vessel to witness their accommodations and to take our leave of them. Quite a number of the residents & merchants came on board to offer their respects & to give the parting salutation to the master of the vessel & compliments to the missionary passengers. Wine was circulated but it found none among the missionaries to bid it welcome not even as a compliment much less as an exhilarating draught. The moment for sailing having arrived~ It being then about 12 o)ck we gave the parting hand to our friends & stepped into the boat waiting along side and the rope by which the vessel was held by the stem • was loosed & she was in a few minutes under way. The wind was favorable and she was soon out of the harbor & soon out of sight. Saturday July 20th 1833. Since the last date the Packet has been dispatched to the windward with supplies and to take to Hawaii the brethren who remained at Lahaina after the close of the Gen. Meeting. The same day which was I believe the 7th inst. The Princess sailed in connexion with Auhea for Lahaina. On the 15th MI. Blake began the work of tearing down the house of MI. Ellis which has been pronounced unsafe for a dwelling and prized at $275. We have decided to take the house at the appraisal and make use of the lumber. On the 19th the Examination of schools took place at Honolulu. It was the most insignificant examination that I have known for many years. Sabbath July 21st 1833. The disgraceful transactions of this day will long be remembered. Marshal music broke upon our ears from the kings residen<?e ~ though this was no unusual sound for the Sabbath the • King often having a hula at his place yet as it was for' a long time kept up ~ I suspected that something more than ordinary was going on particularly after seeing a native pass along on horse back) a sight which we have not seen on the Sabbath for more than two years past. 34 �LEVI VOLUME 17 i. In the course of the day I saw several persons rideing in different directions. And after meeting in the afternoon a cavalcade headed by the King Mr. Charlton & Mr. French passed our houses returning from Waikiki where the company had been out to regale themselves in defiance of the laws of God & the laws of the land. Kinau who was apprised of the design of the King went to his place to do what she could to dissuade him from his purpose. He said to her ~ Give me the lands and I will give instant order for the arrangements to be stopped. She replied she had not come to talk on the subject of the lands but to suppress the violation of the Sabbath. How successful she was the event showed ~ The arrangements went on and the ride which was planned was effected without molestation or interruption. So the enemy has triumphed ~ a chh. member Kamanawaulu was of the number of the violaters of the Sabbath: He has also been guilty of intoxication, and seems much hardened. Monday July 22nd 1833. I went to Waialae & Waikiki to examine schools. Kaluwahinenui the head teacher & superintendent preceded me to make arrangements & to have the school ready. The schools of • Waialae I found in a very poor state ~ and so indeed the schools ofWaikiki. Most of the teachers & 2/3 of the scholars have deserted the schools and gone over to the hewa. I was distressed with the indifference of the scholars at Waialae. In addressing them at the close of the examination I found it impossible to gain their attention. The indifference displayed was greater than any thing I have seen since my first tour around the island. The scholars of Waikiki seemed to feel more interest in the examination and I was gratified to be able to get their attention when I came to address them at the close of the examination. Saturday July 27th 1833. The ship Hellespont which we have been expecting for some time came to anchor this morning. Three gentlemen have come passengers whose object is to establish a mercantile trading house at the islands ~ The names of the gent. are Brinsmade, Ladd & Hooper. The two former are .married & bring their wives each of which has a child. A single lady accompanies each married lady. [Miss \Vood later Mrs. \Vm. I-looper & Miss Lord later Mrs. ].0. Carter] We reed. letters & communications from the Board & friends. By an invoice I find what articles are on board for us. A very great part of the shipment is lumber. 14000 & more feet of boards, 32M. shingles • 16300 lathe ~ joist & clapboards. The greater part of the rest is paper and a printing press . I met the gent. at Mr. French's in the morning ~ where I was introduced to the master Cap. Henry & to a young gent. by the name of Foster, who I soon found was an acquaintance of my cousins Mrs. Nichols & 35 �LEVI VOLUME 17 Mrs. Spelman & brought a small bundle & letters from them. r.. Just before dark Mr. & Mrs. Bingham Dr. Judd & myself walked to Mr. Diell's expecting to have an interview with the partners & the ladies; but the ladies had not come on shore. After waiting some time they arrived and an introduction took place ~ we were pleased with the appearance of the company & hope that this new accession to the number who are in favor of religion will prove a blessing to the place. Tuesday July 30th. Some of the supplies from the Hellespont, which was brought into the harbor on Sabbath morng. were landed this day, and drawn up. A meeting having been appointed by Mr. Diell for the purpose of consulting on the subject of organising a singing school, several of the brethren assembled with some of the residents in pursuance of the notice. And a few steps taken in reference to getting up a school ~ A Committee consisting of the Rev. Messrs. Bingham & Diell & Dr. Thomas was appointed to make arrangements & to express to Mr. Pitman the wish of those present the acceptance of their appointment of him as leader. The meeting adjourned to Friday evening a quarter before 8 o'ck. Thursday Augt. 1st 1833. The Waverly & Paalua sailed for the windward and they carry Gov. Adams & his people to Hawaii. • Kinau goes into the fort to take charge of affairs for the present. Hoapili & Hoapili wahine are with her at present. Friday Augt. 2nd. Another meeting this evening for the purpose of further arrangements in regard to a singing school. Mr. Pitman having declined his appointment Mr. Bingham was appointed to lead; the rest of the evening was spent in singing. Wednesday Augt. 7th 1833. The native Schr. Pupuke sailed for Maui in our employ to carry lumber to Wailuku for Mr. Green. I caused her to be filled with boards lath: capboards, shingles & joist. I put on board also a few other supplies. Mr. Birch a carpenter which I have engaged for a year in the service of the mission took passage to work for Mr. Green in building him a house. I am to pay for the use of the vessel $55. Thursday 8th. Mrs. Clark was confined this night a daughter. Friday 9th. Another meeting this evening to improve in the art of singing. The Trustees of the Oahu Charity School having forbid Mr. Bingham to officiate as leader of the school, on the ground that singing is • a religious exercise, and that his leading the school interferes with th.eirs vote debarring Mr. B. from conducting any religious service in the house. Dr. Judd was chosen in his stead, accepted the appointment. Mr. Charlton who had walked with some gentlemen to the school house being attracted by the light 36 �LEVI VOLUME 17 entered into conversation with Mr. Johnstone and expressed himself in his usual vehement invective against Mr. B. and made known his cordial disapprobation of his taking lead of the singing, maintaining the i.~ religious character of the exercise. What the gentleman had to say was entirely in character with himself and most bitter against the object of his hatred. A crier has been proclaiming thro. the village that those who have forsaken their wives return to them. ~ and that drinking be confined within doors. Sabbath Augt. 11th 1833. Reed. letters from Hilo today by the Packet. Things were in a quiet state there. Mr. Baldwin & Mr. Ruggles had just left the station after a short visit. ~ Mr. R. to return by the way of Kau taking the road to the volcano ~ Mr. & Mrs. Lyman, Mr. Baldwin & Mr. Goodrich were of the company to the volcano. Monday 12. Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua this forenoon. He left about half past 4 o'ck this morning. Mrs. Clark confined with a daughter. Wednesday 14th. Mr. Emerson set out this morning to return to Waialua. A Mr. Whittemore ship carpenter who came out in the Honqua some years ago & who has been steadily engaged in his • employment during his residence here, was buried this afternoon. Mr. Reynolds deputy Com. Agent read prayers at his grave notwithstanding the presence of the Rev. Mr. Diell out of whose yard the corpse was carried. Probably he attended prayers at the house. But this I do not know. Discussed the subject at our social meeting ~ How far may Christians go in conformity to the world in order to benefit persons who are not religious. Saturday August 31st 1833. Mrs. Johnstone returned this afternoon from Manoa, where she has been staying about 10 days. Mr. & Mrs. Diell & Mrs. Rice have made a visit there also. Mrs. Diell & Mrs. R. went up the same day with Mrs. J. ~ They have all returned. The King is now at Koolau, Hoapili went over to consult him on the subject of the laws and received a favorable answer. The chiefs have consented to comply with the wishes of the King on condition that he will listen to them. To the proposition he has consented, so far as words are concerned. Sabbath Septr. 1st 1833. The communion of the Lord's supper was celebrated this afternoon. There was • a full attendance of the Chh. Several foreigners partook with us. Mr. & Mrs. Diell presented their infant daughter in baptism. ~ Mr. & Mrs. Shepard presented theirs in the morning. Monday Sep. 2nd. Several vessels sailed to the windward this day. The Waverly and the Packet sailed 37 �LEVI VOLUME 17 for Hilo. By the arrival of the Fourth of July Mr. Reid letters were reed. from the Society islands. The Dhaulle • arrived at Tahiti on the 24th of July having put in for food for their cattle. The brethren wrote and made known their circumstances. Most of them had experienced severe sea sickness particularly Mrs. Armstrong & Mrs. Parker. Mrs. A. was still feeble. The Dhaulle had left previously to the sailing of the Fourth of July. Had an interesting prayer meeting this evening at the house of Mr. Bingham. Mr. Brinsmade was present & made one of the prayers. Extracts of a letter from Mr. Barff of Hauhine was read which contained many encouraging ideas ~ Things at some of the islands seem to be on the mending hand. And the gospel is making conquests in other islands ~ Among the Fijees particularly. A crier has been abroad this evening proclaming that the laws are again in force. Saturday Septr. 14th 1833. Dr. & Mrs. Judd go to Manoa with their family to stay some days. Mrs. J. is just getting about after confinement with a daughter; which took place about a fortnight ago. Mr. & Mrs. Clark went to Manoa some days ago. Both are rather feeble as is also their little son Alva. Mrs. C. has also been confined lately with a daughter. Kapiolani left yesterday in the Paalua for Hawaii. Mr. Ruggles having written respecting his wish to • return to America on account of his long continued illness & inability to labor in this land, an answer to his application was returned stating that if Providence should open a way for him to leave with his family this fall the brethren would not feel it duty to withhold their consent. Sabbath Septr. 15th 1833. Mr. Blake the house joiner who has been sick a few months but not so as to be confined to his house but a short time deceased last night and was buried this afternoon. His funeral was attended from the house of Capt. Nye ~ Mr. Diell was invited to perform the funeral solemnities, which he did in the manner in which they are usually conducted in our country. A passage from the Holy Scriptures was read with brief remarks, a hymn sung & prayer offered; ~ The procession was formed & proceeded to the grave where another short & appropriate prayer was offered & the earth closed upon the remains. Mr. Blake was an enterprising & industrious young man & had established a character of integrity. Most of the time that he has been in the islands he has been occupied in working for the Mission. He left a ship at Hilo, engaged in the service of the mission there. Built a house for Mr. Goodrich & another for Mr. • Green. Afterwards he came to this place and was employed about a year in working on houses at this station. While he was at Hilo hopes were entertained of him that he had experienced religion; but after his 38 �LEVI VOLUME 17 arrival here he became worldly minded and his serious impressions wore off. And at the time of his death • seemed to have no wish to contemplate either the subject of religion or that of his own dissolution. • • 39 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/53068c9633d388ddebca959877ac9b01.pdf 63bbd72f6818d3289674c470e60245a6 PDF Text Text I ! THIS IS A REPROOUCTION 0 .. AN UNPUBliSHED MANUSCRIPTFOR REFERENCE AND STUDY ONLY NOT TO BE REPRODUCD IN ANY V/AY WITHOUT WRITTEN ?E;W,;S:;ION OF THE COPYRIGHT OWNER INSERT NO.4 . " '~j' _ ,.Tx,±p'\-i.:,ax.'.oUnd .'.0 ahu-"'by .;:Levi,:<:tphamber1:ai:n~'i!1.n"':'~--"1~3 ~":'>' .....". -:" .>'. - .~- ~ote .As the only record we have by him leaves out the h a:mination of schools between Honolulu and Honouliuli I am including copy of a letter to Mrs. Chamberlain dated ;ranuary 23) 1833 from Ronouliuli which help s the ac count. Vi. ;r •. Forbes] , - Ronou1i~i ;rany. 23rd 1833. My dear Wife, '. I have now finished the ,examinations on this side o:t the island. The nurn.ber of schools to 103- the'"scholar s iIJ.-, . eluding all that were given in by the teachers amOunt to 23?1: ......... readers 1213; writers ,680; verse a day 939; haalele baka 414; . haalele rama aboutall.- I have been pretty busy as you may ~' well suppose; but I· have sustained the fatigue very well.- I lodged last night in the school house at Waimano a place between 8.& 10 miles f~om Honolulu, and was pretty co~artable considerang change> 'of circumstance'.:- I am now in a very co~ar. t- able house which is occupied occasionally by Kekauonohi.Keliiahonui is at this place and I had the pleasure of drinking a dish of tea with him & of eating with him some o:t your . bread & butter.- Ronouliuli is distant from Honolulu follow- ing th:e zigzag course of the pa~h less probably in a direct line. 16- miles or ,more but much It is about as far as you can distinctly see in the direction of the sunts setting.- I shall set out tomorrow morning early for Waialua and shall leave the mountains of Waianae, which you can see by looking out of the West door, on the left hand. I seem to be pretty near the base of those which extend out towards the sea.- I have never �erogsed to Waialua in this direction and I do not know how long arrive it will take us to travel over- probably we shall~at the Miss~on Station before night.- The calculation is that I shall stay at Waialua until MOnday and then set out on the tour of ezamination ot the schools of KDolau. I think it doubtful whether I get back to Honolulu before Saturday of next week and by that time I shall be glad to get home and I 'suppose you , . will be glad ~ ~ I shall: think' much 0 f yo u- par. h8.ve me retuxn. . ticularly in the evening; for in the evening and night t.ta children will be troublesome. I cannot without taking a lesson myself.pr-s'sence and protection by day & e~ort May the Lord you to patience ~t ,you his by night and enable you to ./.- discharge all your dut~es. The Lord be gracious to tl:e. little ones and preserve their lives &. healthsand make them good children. Tell Warren Fay I hope the Lord will let me come back, and that I wish him."to bea very good boy- ·to obey his mother and to love his'b1't)ther mus t say hi s } r ayers & sister & be very kind to ttem - He every night and m.o rning and thank God f'or taking care of him - and try to 18arn a verse every day. He must read too every day & love his book &. try to Je arn, I that he may be a wise child and make his father & motJ:?er glad. Kiss all the little ones- and be kind to yourself &. do not undertake too much work. Neither do you set up too late at night, for you will often, I fear, be broken of your rest. Kind regards to all. Your very affectionate husband Levi Chamberlain. P.s. My kind host has just called to say that he has given me a �-3- hog & ., . 40 fish which he wishes me to dispose of -:: send them to you if I wish it - This suits me very well. will ,send them by a native who will be the bearer munication. l t" Says he will o~ He this com- �INSERT No.4 [cont1d] [Jan.24-Feb.l,1833] Jany. 24 1833 :24· Travelled from about half past 5 till 8 passed over a distance of about 8 miles. a 1 f ck &. Stopped at a guily where was a deep hole filled with water. Eere we prepared breakfast &. stopped about an hour. Started at 25 minutes before 10 and in half an hour reached a great gulch about 250 feet deep :perhaps in the be.d of Ylhich runs a stream of water in a westerly direction. III half an hour had a sight of the sea through t~ opening of the bend of the stream and in a few minutes more quite'a~ extension of the sea & of the district of Waialua open- ed to our vieu.is p~incipally se.a - The ground over which we passec from Eonouliuli flat moderately gscending for a few miles from the It is broken by a number of gullies but it has the appear- ance of land that might be profitably cultivated or used far pastu~age of herds - At 12 oTck we made a descent on the Waia- lus side and eros·sed a small stream of water emptying into tre bay_ Proceeding onwards some distance further towa~ds the mission- ary establisr1'""':ent now just in sight we passe¢!... another stream or creek being fe::.'ried across in a canoe. &. passing along by cultivated plats we arrived at the mission enclosure and I was met at the door by Mr. Emerson & reed. a hearty welcome from him and his wife who had been expecting my arrival and had made preparations for it.After dinner I walked out with Mr. E. to view the premises, which are surrounded by a SUbstantial mud wall the work of natives paid for in books. �-2- During the afternoon I visited the spot where the new meeting house is to stand. i~ The frame is already up. The timber good and appears to be well put together & promises to be when completed a SUbstantial house & sufficiently COIDmDdious. In the evening lILfr. Emerson attended a· ~inging ...fchl. Friday 25 This day attended the examination of Schools of Waialua district and after the close of the examination I walked with Mr. E. to view a ledge of sand stone some distance from the establishment and it was near dark before we retUrned. Saturday Jany 2& 1833. . Walke'd 'With ]IiI'. E. some dis- tance in a northerly direction to visit a sick man and to view some stones upon the sea shore. We found the man afflicted with the dropsy. The disease had been upon him about 3 mo. Mr. E. gave him a potion of calomel & I conversed with him respecting the state of his soul. He professed to desire the salvation of his soul and believed Jesus Christ to be the Savior. I exhorted him to repent ,of his sins & to put his trust in the Savior & prepare for his end. tha t he will reco ver. We could not see that there is any prospect Mter we left ,the sick man we walked some distance along the shore and looked at the stones we were in search of; but the ~uantity is so small that the object of send- ing to get them is not of much importance. We returned by tha way of the pond. Saw Laanui & his company fishing in a canoe in tha centre. It is said there are many fish in the pond & that the ducks there are sometimes very num.erous.in writing & in the evening Sfe t Spent some of tlB day down 'With Mr. E. to correct a composition he had been writing for his Sabbath School upon .the verses committed during the week.- �/ -3- Sabbath, Jany. 27- I - The conga amounted to about 800. ~r~.J I expounded from. the parable of tre. marriage of the Kings son, ;\ , " Matt. 22-' and was heard with good attention. ~ent Arter dinner I by invitation of btrs. E. to visit her Sabbath School of children varying in attendance from. 80 to 100. ~ITs. was I think less than 80. Reard a page in the Catm~ E. fS The numbe~ t1day class of 7 boys recite and then addressed the school. 1tr. E. in the mean time "~ent to the meeting house to attend a Sab. school Between the hours. of 4 & 5 I accompanied Mr. E. to of 'adults. the meeting house and addressed the as'semblage. an;.ount ing to about 200 from. the 22 23 verses of the VI Chap • .of RoIll8J:...s.- & Spent most of the, evening conversing with lliIT. & Mrs. E. and after retiring to my room wrote a letter to Mrs. C. and another . , to 1fr. Bingham to send to Honolulu by - L J expects to leave waialua i t~e wife of Laanui who -. on the mo;r;:rcm. for that place. Monday'Jany 28 - At "t:Ltt 8 otck started on horse back in company with Mr. Emerson, and were to be followed by Laanui Kahehuna & Kuokoa. The com.pany of teachers from liono. had gone on before together with the baggage:~...• On arr'iving at Waimea I found myself so much cPaffed by Tiding that I gave up my herse purposing to go on foot the rest of the way. Examined the ..schools of Waimea & was much gratified that the people of ,the whole district professed to have cast off the use of tobacco. Set o'ut from Waimea after having addressed tle.. Scholars of the Schools and went on towards Waialee the next place of exaIllina tiona Mr. Emerson being mounted reached the. " place som.e time first and commenced examination. ~rnen I arrived I took an account o,f the ..scholars. - Addressed the .scholars &' �-4- prayed. -' ,., ;$ " dinner From Waialee we proceeded to Kahuku. &. Here we took then attended to the examination of the ~chools. Here Mr. E. united a couple in marriage. Closed the exercises with prayer. From Kahuku we went forward to Laie and attended to the examination of the ~chools of that &. the twoneighbori~g districts. thr~u~£ It was nearly dark ,when we got the exercises. The head man, Peka furnishefr us with a very comfortable house well sp~ead ,> with mats. M:ller refreshing ourselves with a good dish of tea 't -&. partaking of such things as our buckets afforded &. some good potatoes, we called UDon the wife of Peka who is very sick. ,She appears to be very low and must be in a dangerous state. I conversed with her respecting her soul. The suhject seemed to be the all absorbing one to her mind. Said she thought very little of her body which she referred to as much wasted away. Said she' felt herself to be a great sinner but her trust-was in God. Her language and her manner testified that she had very deep _ ings on the s~bject feel~ of religion and had strong desires for sal- vationln'God through Jesus Christ.- I prayed with her and- at her request besought for her the bed of sickiless.-_ ~ter fa~or of God &. his support on her returning from the couch of the sic~ woman we called upon Laanui who lodged in the School house with - [SI'J the company of teachers who are of our ~uit~- and made arrangement respecting the mnrning and going ,to our house prepared for lodging for the night.Tuesday dany 29 1833. Hauula in company with Mr. ~. At an early hour set out for he having left his horse to be brought along by a native the distance not being very great there intending to take breakfast.- On our arrival we found preparations made ,for us and in a short time our tea kettle &. tea ~ot �t .... -5- /,\ were brought along and opening our bu4ckets or containers we spread out our food & partook after first looking to God for a blessing. From the house where we took breakfast we walked to the School house which was near by. Commeneed the Services in the presence of'the ~cholars assembled by reading a portion of .scripture making an ~ddress singing a hymn &. We then commenced the examination & having go~e offering a pr'ayerthrough with it made a few additional remarks & closed with prayer.- Went on to Kaluanui & examined the schools of that place & of iliakao- closing the examination as usual by an address & prayer. Learned from the head man of Lakao that one of the teachers of his place lay sick nigh to death. I called to see him as the house in which he lived was in our way. I found him indeed in a low but not in a stupid state. Said he thou8ht much of God and of the salvation of hissoul~ which he desired more than any thing else·. I g3.ve him some words of instruction and left hi:::2.. to .fo"llow on after i::.::r B. who had gon.e to the next place ?unaluu to COIIL- mence the examination of the SChools. When I arrived I found he had got through the examination' and it remained for me to take account of the Scho.+ars &. set it down in the regi ste r Rere ~r. Z. joined in marriage t~ee 0 f ..schools. couples. liaving completed our business at this place we set out for Kahana the last stopping place in 1'2. E. division tho. not the' last district. connecte~ Kaaawa being the last in Koole.u with Waialua station. 2..CCi.. tl:e -.:.ivision On arriving at Kahana we repair- ed to the house of Wahine the head woman of the district. She reed. us very k~ndly. Sat down by my side and fanned me, which was to me being much fatigued very refreshing. ~. E. went to �· -6- \".r ~ . the ~chool house to examine the£chools consisting or the ·$chol,~ , ,.I ars or Kahana & ~~kaua.- The teacher of Kaaawa presented him- selr h~t without his 8chools ~retending not to know whether his district came under the supervision of Waialua or HonolulU.- As Mr. E. did not wish to proceed any farther it was concluded that the ~chools of that district should exhibit to me & a teacher go .- on to 'receive the regmster of the Schools and take .it back to MI E.. The examination having been completed in a very short time we sat down to partake of a repast provided by Wahine consisting of a nice fish some kalo & potatoes n.icely cooked-:-: These wi th a dish of tea & the contents of our buckets furnished us an ex, - cellent meal ~ Eaving dined we went' toge ther to the ~chool hOus~.; I to take down the register of the £chools and fro E. to unite i.:1 marriage four cO\lple 'who had presented themselves for the celebration of their nuptials. be attended to at this plac~ J Eaving finished the bUsiness to I made prep:;;,::,::.."'.:"' 02. to go forwards with the teachers in my train to prosecute the examination of Schools' falling to the Station of Honolulu. salutation to I[illad~ a parting E. and left him to return to his family and I stopped set forward with my teachers. We at Kaaawa & eX3..I2.ined the .§chools ]i~r.· " and gave the register of them to Naaoa who came on with us from Kahana for the purpose. Pretty soon after setting out from Kahana it came on to rain & continued to be wet till night. From Kaaawa we came on to Kualoa and found t1:e. schools of' this place & Eakipuu met for examination. It was nearly nigh~ .before the business was finished and we took up our lodging in the School house.,j for the night. very liberal & kind. The people of the place were They brought in potatoes in great abundance �...• -7- Cooked also fish & fowl. & I refreshed myself with a cup of tea some of the; food set before me by the natives & sat down by the side of one of my buckets to write up the memorandum of yesterday & to day.- Having written so far I took up my pen and wrote a note to Mrs. C, to send by a mao. who expects to go to Honolulu tomorrow.- Opuni the luna teacher of "this place who has accom.panied us from. Honolulu~ "interested himself for my comfort and spread a curtain around my bed & provided sleeping kapaa After attending social worship I retired behind the curtains & laid myself down to rest for the night. Wednesday Jany. 30th. Arose as soon as it was light [ls/c) having enjoyed a comfortable ni"ght"s/\ rest for the next place of examination - & made ready to set out. Waiahole.A C3.llce was f~- nished & JJJ:Y baggage having" been put on board I stepped in"with three of the teachers & had a pleasant of Waiahole. to the district Here water was boiled for tea & my containers spread out upon the mats far breakfast. " paddl~ng Eaving refreshed myself " I walked to the ~chool house which is in a ruined state, and com.menced the business by reading a passage 9f £cripture interspersed with reIT£rks. After this I sung & prayed & then took doWn the register of ..£chools while the teachers inspected. the ~cholars­ At the close I made another address" & remarked on some of the evils of tobacco & recommended all to lay aside the use of it. Closed with prayer. The canoe in waiting being all ready I step- ped aboard with the teachers and as they paddled me swiftly over the smooth waters of the bay towards Kahaluu I wrote th~ memo- randum.After examining the ~chools of Kahaluu, Waiahol~& Waiono & addressing the~cholars we set out about i past 12 for K~eohe and arrived there in about an hour & a half pretty fast w~lking. �-8- Found the.Schools of Eeeia & Kaneohe assembled. After taking some refreshment I took an acc~ of the'~chools & the teachers inspected the .sCholars. Having dom.e this the writers on. the slate were called upon to exhibit writing a sentence which I gave them. '. having done this they took their seats and I addressed the assemblage. From Kaneohe I walked on with a ~uick step to Kailua; but it was nearly sunset when we arrived at the part of the district called Kaelepulu. A very cd~ortable accommodation fit for a chief. On house was opened for our in~~iry I learned it Was a house built by Kaahumanu for the accom2odation of the Kaahele. not purposely for them yet to be always o?en for them - I~ Pork &: potatoes were fried &: brought forward for my supper. I however chose to make my ~eal mostly of tea &: the contents 0 f my' buckets: My bed was spread and a curtain hung around it. After prayer I retired and enjoyed a comfortable nights repose • . Thursday Jany. 31,1833. A long t im.e be fore light the horn was sounding through the neighborhood to arouse the ~cholars for examination &: to call them together. AS soon as it was light' the natives mad.e preparation for my breakfast and shortly after . sunrise it was brought along. About the time of my finishing my eating the Scholars led by their teachers began to take their seats in the yard.- I took down the. register of the ~chools &: till teachers my attendants inspected the ~cholars in reading. ~ter the close of the examination I addressed the scholars on the subject of attending more constantly upon instruction -. on colllIili tting Scripture to memory according to the verse system and upon tbe subject of casting off the use of tobacco and also upon the more �-9- sub~ect important of the great salvation directing them to tte. inquiry of the jailor & the answer of Paul. Having closed the service with prayer made preparation to go forward on our journey.- - As I was about to set out one of the chh. members who .has the superintendence of~chools of the district of Kailua came to inquire about the interment of Kaualua the widow of Cap. Jack, who died last night. I gave advice that she should be DULied in the common burying ground and that Koiamai the chh. member alluded to should conduct the funeral services.From Kailua we went forward to .Waimanalo & found the schools assembled, which having examined we pursued our journey towards Kana. We were attracted by a house which had been struck with lightning. The owner had been injured by the shock & had for.sak- en the' house froill.a superstitious fear it being said that the place upon which his house was built was an ancient heiau. I did .' . not see the owner but I len word that he had. no cause to fear and gave my advice that he return to his house, which had been left to be occupied by hogs & stripped. of the thatching by the goats.- Going a little further on we arrived. at the house of Pau a chh. member residing for a season at W·aimanalo. She had pre- pared her house for my reception & invited me to the coolest seat and sat down by me to sQuee~e my feet & legs which she supposed were weary with walking. I waited till my food 'came up & then I took some refreshment. A calabash of fresh fish stood near & she asked if I would not have one cooked. As I could not stay I declined. When I was ready to sta~t she pressed me to accept of 'a canoe to carry me a mile or two to save walking. I stepped in with three of my attendants & was paddled. nearly to the place where we were to take our departu.:re· from that side of the island �-10- by crossing a narrow part near the east end of the island • We ascended the precipice ,which runs very abruptly from the sea &, crossed to'the South side of the island- passed by a inland path over a part of fuaunalua & descended on the side towards :fs,<"<.c) Haiala~- compassed the large pond of Maunalua & examined the resmdue o~ the$Chools of Waimanalo. A.t the .school house met a :fore,igner who had d'eserted from the ship Telegraph. Raving finished the examination cam.e on with a q,uick step to Wailupe. 1:... part of the..5chol- ars had met together for examination but as a good many were absent it was decided that the examination be'de:ferred till morning K~('ll & that the School assemble at Waialai; bu t as it was doubtful whether we should be as well acco:rI!Iilodated for the night at Waialae as at this place we concluded to stop at pos session o:f the ~chool house.' ~ailupe and we took Ead tea prepared of which I drank and partook o:f my hard bread which 1 had brought as a stand [~ by_ After prayers I lay down upon my creek bedstead which had been'spread for me in one corner of the room & suxrounded with curtains of Kapa. Friday Feby. 1st 1833. I woke o:ften during the night and listened anxiously for the i22dicative sign of day the concert (~\~ " ,.'i',-;f:... of the coks (coctct,S)?) - shrill clarion calling the schools together. & the echoing horn :for At last the light of day shone upon the curtains of my humhle lodging place &,1 arose. A.s soon as our baggage was adjusted far starting we attended prayers & set out for Waialae. On our arrival we found a few scholars assembled under a couple' of kou trees where it was calculated to have the examination. But as a foreigner owns the house direct- ly in front of which are the kou trees 1 thought it would be more �-11- agreeable to a ttend .t~e examination in some other place &, I recommended that the .scholars remoye some distance back &, sit /":"l under the shade of a grove of cocfanut trees- in front of the place where the natives were preparing breakfast for me •. ~ter drinking a cup of tea &, eating a hard biscuit &, a piece of a potatoe I took rrDJ seat on one of my buckets which I directed to , be carried into the circle of the -schools and took down the register of them. At the close of the· examI?-.I addres~cy the company . on the· subject of more diligent attention to -instruction &, upon ) casting off tobacco &, as the most impo~tant subject of all striv- ing to enter into the strait gate in order for salvation. From Waialae we took the most direct path for Waikiki inside of Diamond hill &, in one hour &, a half. was seated in a comfortable house near the kou grove. Waited a short time for tbe to form &, then went to attend examination. mence Q- . 1.:r.:3t:>fdre:nT{\f I / un.Jt' .. isJ..eJ] END OF INSERT No.4 At i past ten ~chools COffi- � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0017 and Insert - 1832.08.15 - 1833.09.15 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1832.08.15 - 1833.09.15 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/148b9d4d178d5909de01903f434f93dd.pdf c4ec64e54ab4d695e88cd2cb02fe54c6 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 18 Volume XVIII • September 16,1833" August 22,1834 ~. .., Monday Septr. 16 1833. This day the Brig Diana, Cap. Carter sailed for the N.W.Coast. Cap._ Ebbetts goes supercargo. The Schr. Fourth of July sailed for KauaL Mr. Charlton & Mrs. Taylor were passengers. I wrote to Mr: Whitney by Puniai who goes down by the opportunity & sent $50 in money. The king is at Waialua. He seems to be going on very much in the same way-as when he was here, disregarding the Sabbath and trampling on the laws made during Kaahumanu's administration. The meeting house at Waialua is nearly completed. Mr. Emerson proposed that it be dedicatad the 24th of this Mo. & has invited Mr. Bingham to go over & preach the sermon and to spend several .ciays & carry on a protracted meeting. Mr. & Mrs. Johnstone who have been residing in our house in cormexion with our family sQtp.ething more than two months moved into a native house in their own yard. They hope by being near where the work of their new house is going on, to hasten it. The walls are about finished & the carpenters- have commenced framing the roof. The Mon. Con. for seamen was attended this evening at the School house. Mr. D~eU ~reside~ and read extracts from the journal ofMr. Stevens the seaman's preacher at Canton, which-has been recently reed. Thursday Septr. 19th 1833. Reed. a letter this day from Mr. Emerson at Waialua. He states that the King set out yesterday rooming for Waianae. He writes ((The King has abandoned drinking rum, trey say, and takes wine & gin in its stead. His company acted like harpies. They located themselves on one side of the river & Hoapili ma on the other. The King did not come to meeting; took tea with us once, but after~ wards showed a desire to keep away. His company kept up the hula every night & stole just what they could lay their hands on, turned their horses into a large field of potatoes of Laanui's and nearly destroyed them. I should think there were near 150 barrels then. The king has added to his train all that please to follow him, who for drinking rum &c have been tuned off their lands, at Kahuku & at this place & at other lands so that they go now like a company of locusts, eat all before them and leave the land behind them pilau loa. It is trying to republican nerves to see such conduct & say nothing. Last night (Sept. 17 [18?]) Kuokoa & a company watched the new meeting house as the King's men had threatened to bum it & also their own place of encampment. But the Lord reigns over alL" I called upon Hoopili wahine this morning and among other subjects enquired about the King. She 1 �LEVI VOLUME 18 replied in a low tone that his words & his conduct were at varience. He continued she said to drink & to allow of every irregularity and with eyes filled with tears she said I hear it is his intention to come to Ewa • on Saturday & ride here on the Sabbath. She seemed greatly distressed on account of the Kirlgs conduct. Saturday Sept. 211833. By the Hooikaika received letters from Hilo. Dr. Chapin and wife had arrived after a tedious passage of 8 days. Mr. Lyman states that all the persons but one which had been suspended for improper conduct had been restored to church privileges. Two others it was expected would be sus~ pended soon. Six had recently been received to the church. He says, "We have no calls for books not enough to get the common work done of mahi ai. We cannot even hire common work for slates." It is evident for this that the business of learning is becoming to the natives an irksome business. Piopio the head woman is thought to be an opposer to that which is good. The course which she has taken with a teacher whom the brethren have favored, & whom she had been seeking an occasion against and unfortu~ nately for ,him had found, evinced a great deal of hatred. This young man she has sent to Lahaina and Mr. Lyman adds. "We do not expect that she will attempt to remove us, but want of power alone will prevent." Her influence is of no doubtful character." [. The Fourth of Iuly arrived this afternoon from Kaual. Reed. by her a letter from Mr. Whitney. Hear nothing respecting the return of the King as though it were expected tomorrow. Sab~ath Septr. 22nd 1833. As I was going to meeting with Mrs.C. & the children I was met by Kakuanaua whQ said that Kinau was not able to come to meeting and wished to have a service in the Fort. I considered a momeItt what I ought to do and concluded to go down. Kuhia preceeded me to notify the meeting & to get ready. I to()k a native Testament and went down. Our meeting was in the large room of the stone house bLdlt by Gov. Adams, and between thirty & forty persons were present. I sang, prayed, read a chapter of the N. Test. & made some remarks & closed with prayer. Thus ended the service. Monday Septr. 23rd 1833. Bya letter reed. from Mr. Emerson learn that his little child has bee:t;l taken seriously ilL He requested the Dr. to go down as soon as possible. Notice was conveyed to Dr. J. at Manoa & he came do-wn immediately & set out forthwith for Waialua, where he will arrived this evening if nothing happens on the way to prevent. • Tuesday 24th. At about 8 o'ck this morning Mr. Bingham set out in company with Mr. Brinsmade on horseback for Waialua to attend the dedication of the new meeting house, which is to take place tomorrow. The Packet arrived from Lahaina & Hilo. Received letters from both places. 2 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Wednesday 25th. Mr. Clark came down from Manoa and conducted the afternoon lecture but returned before dark so that the direction of the conference devolved upon me. I read one of Mr. Paysons sermons. •. Thursday 26. Dr. Judd returned from Waialua in company with Mr. Brinsmade. Mr. Bingm. will remain till after the Sabbath. Mr. Emerson's child was better & likely to do welL The meeting house was dedicated on Wednesday. A bill was presented by Geo. Chapman for freight of zink & a few other articles to Hilo & the amount was what I regard exorbitant $12:- He must have charged at least as much as it would have cost to have brought the articles from America. Friday October 4th 1833. The Lagoda arrived. Our friend Mr. Shaw Supercargo, Capt. Bradshaw master. By this vessel many articles have been sent consisting of a pretty large quantity of lumber, 60 barrels of flour various other articles, together with a large amount of printing & binding materials, including a standing press & a book binders press. ~ We have received various communications and a long letter from Mr. Anderson including a circular of the Board to their missionaries containing many important inquiries i.' hereafter to be answered. Wednesday October 9th. This afternoon the Dhaulle arrived and brought communications from our brethren at the Washington islands. They arrived on the 10th day of August. Their passage including 2 days tarry at the Socy. islands was 40 days. The Dhaulle remained 12 daysj ~ two days being deducted from the stipulated time on account of the two days stop at Tahiti. !twas a mistake Mr. Alexander states, that a house had b~en built for their accommodation and that the people were expecting them. Hape however received the brethr~p. kindly and gave them a house of his own for their accommodation and had supplied them with bread fnlit & had given them ahog. The other chiefs seemed pleased with them. The people are represented as vulgar in the extreme and to have behaved in a very obscene manner in the presence of the ladies. The Dhaulle left on the 21st of Augt. and the brethren were in good spirits. Thursday Octr. 10th 1833. Dr. Judd sailed this afternoon for Lahaina in the Pupuka. He goes to Wailuku on account of Mr. Green's family, Dr. Chapin having left Lahaina for Hilo to attend on Mr. Dibbles family. Finished drawing up the supplies recd. by the Lagoda. Saturday 12. The King returned from his tour around the island. He was met by an escort of foreigners at some distance and was ushered into the village by a salute of cannon. 3 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Sabbath 13th. The King attended meeting in the morning and aided in the singing. Monday 14. The Packet sailed for Lahaina. I filled her with lumber for that station. She will probably • be engaged a month or more in bringing lumber for Mr. Richards from the back side of MauL Saturday Octr. 19 1833. Quarterly examinati.on of the Schools of Honolulu. There does not appear to be any increase of interest in the subject of instruction. Sabbath 20. Ship Cortez Cap. Holway sailed by this vessel I sent a large package of letters for the U.S. ~ The ship is not quite full but the Cap. expects to arrive in the U.S. in ApriL Tuesday Octr. 22. I walked to Waikiki & examined the Schools of the district. The schools are at a low ebb. Only 227 scholars; in January last the number was 1088. At the last examination there were 249. Wednesday 23. Cap. Cartwright & Cap. Green took tea with us and were present at our evening meet~ ing. It is expected that Cap. Green will got to the Marquesas islands. Thursday 24th. A native came to stop our workmen unless they would pay a tax of 50 cents per day. The natives disputed his right to require the payment of the tax. for the tax is double the amt. of what they received for a days work, and insisted on carrying the matter before Kinau. One of the workmen went to her and she said he had no right to lay the tax & dismissed the native, who returned to his work. The tax • was laid by Kaomi for the purpose of raising money to pay his debts. We understand he is indebted to Peirce. By request of Mr. Brinsmade I called upon Kinau to interpret some business to her. He wishes to obtain a building spot. This was made known & the place desired pointed out: but the application was unsuccess~ fuL Friday Octr. 25 1833. Sent one yoke of oxen to Waialua for the use of Mr. Emerson. They are to be returned again. Mr. Clark s.et out to day to examine the schools of Ewa. He expects to return on Monday. Sabbath Octr. 27. Mr. Bingham preached both parts of the day. His sermons were very appropriate. In the morning he preached from Job XXI. 11 to 15. The reasons that the wicked forget & contemn God he assigned to be 1st Inordinate love of wealth ~ 2nd ~ Love of pleasure, 3rd Pursuit of Honor, 4 Dislike of the holiness of heavenly joys & employments ~ 5th Unbelief of God's truth. . Monday October 28th 1833. Mr .Clark returned from the examination of Schools in the District of Ewa. The schools have very much fallen off. The whole number of scholars was but a little more than 300 . ' In Jany. they amounted to 2393. Sabbath Novr. 3 1833. The services of this day have been interesting so far as the discourses were 4 �LEVI VOLUME 18 concerned. Mr. Bingham preached both parts of the day, Mr. Clark having gone to Ewa to preach. His morning sermon was calculated to arouse the chiefs to their duty in regard to effort to secure the obser~ • vance of the Sabbath. His text was from NehemiahXIIL 15 V. and onward. in the afternoon his text was 20th V of the 2nd chap. ofNeh. ~ Then answered I them, and said, unto them, The God of heaven, he will prosper us: therefore we his servants will arise & build. Monday 4th. The monthly concert held at Mr. Bingham's house in the evening was well attended. His front room was filled. Mr. B. made a very excellent and unusually interesting address from the 3rd verse of the 87 Ps. "Glorious things are spoken of thee, 0 City of God. ~ The exercises of the evening were very interesting ~ Mr. Brinsmade offered the first prayer and the Rev. Mr. Diell the closing prayer. Captains Green of the Royal Sovereign & Cartwright of the Pacific both pious the latter having obtained a hope the present voyage & since his last visit to this port were present and a number of their crews. Mr. Shaw our Baptist brother, Supercargo of the Ship Lagoda, was also present. Tuesday Novr. 5th 1833. By an arrival from Lahaina we learn that there is a large fleet of ships at that port. ~ Twenty nine I think was the number. We hear too that Mrs. Green had been confined with a son. • Wednesday 6th. I called to see Cap. Coleman of the ship Mariner, who had had the misfortune to fracture the bone of his leg a few days before his arrivaL He was at the house of Cap. J. Meek & very com~ fortable. He is the Captain who carried to the U.S. Mr. Ellis & family on board the ship Russe. A small schr. arrived from the coast & brought down Capts. Hinckley & Thos. Meek. They report that Mr. A. B. Thompson who left here in the Loriot was in confinement on the coast having been appre~ hended by the Govr. for having been engaged in a former voyage in the business of catching sea otter. The communication between the coast and the interior was interrupted ~ Mr. Jones was also in some difficulty: but the nature of it was not exactly known. ~ Cap. H. had sold the Crusader & sent the Don Quixote under the command of Cap. J. Meek to Lima with a cargo of hides & tallow. Thursday Novr. 7 1833. A crier was out proclaiming through the village an order which is said to come from Kaomi ~ imposing a tax upon all laboring men ~ and prohibiting the people from going back to the river to do washing unless they will render compensation for the privilege. It seems according to this, that • the industrious part of the community is to be taxed if they persist in being industrious ~ This is a maneuver to get money to pay debts, it is said. We made preparation for company & gave invitations: but were disappointed ~ not however much to 5 �LEVI VOLUME 18 my displeasure. Friday 8. Capt. & Mrs. Rice & Geo. Worth took tea with us. • Thursday 14th. The Lagoda by which we recd. our last supplies sailed for California. The wind has been blowing very strong for a few days. Friday 15. Dr. Judd arrived from Lahaina in a whaling ship ~ He left on Tuesday morning very early but the strength of the wind blew the vessel off prevented her getting to the anchorage. Saturday 16. Made a bargain with Cap. Worth of the Magnolia for the passage of Mr. Fuller to America. Mr. Ruggles & his family arrived in the ship Pocahontas from Kaawaloa. They have come down to seek a passage to the United States. Wednesday Novr. 20th 1833. The ship Royal Sovereign, Cap. Green sailed. On board this vessel by the kindness of the captain who has engaged to stop at the Washington Islands, I sent anumber of articles for our brethren there. Cap. Green is a pious man of the Methodist communion and he has shown himself very friendly. Thursday Novr. 21st. This day has been completed an abstract of the Nautical Almanac printed by suggestion of several respectable ship masters & by the application of Mr. Brinsmade, the proceeds of which • . after paying $100 for the manuscript to the gentleman who made the copy from the original work are to be devoted for the aid of the Oahu Charity SchooL- A very unpleasant difference arose between Mr. B. & the person who claimed the manuscript ~ After Mr. B. had gained our consent to print the work for the shipping, this gentleman brot. the copy to us without an understanding with Mr. B. who had had the promise of it, & presented it as the copy intending to engross the avails. As soon as we learned how the affair stood we protested flgainst the proceeding, and used our influence to have the business adjusted, which was effecteq, and tnstead of having the edition to dispose of as he pleased, he was awarded $100 for the manuscript. Mrs. Bews wife of Cap. B. of the Eng. ship Portsea called upon us this afternoon. Cap. B. is under disgrace on acct. of a circumstance which took place during his return from this voyage, in reference to Mr. Charlton who in company with Mrs. Taylor took passage with him in the Portsea, which circumstance could not be satisfactorily explained and had awakened the resentment of the passengers and of Mr. C. ~ • who a few days ago laid violent hands on Cap. Bews . Friday Novr. 22nd 1833. Recd. letters from Maui by the hand of Cap. Morgan a religious man of the Methodist Communion who has uniformly showed himself friendly. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 18 The following ship masters took tea with us Cap. Gardner of the Canton, Cap. Barney formerly of the royal George the ship which was cast away near the entrance of the harbor several years ago, and Cap. • Swift with whom Mr. Ruggles & family came down from Kaawaloa. Wednesday Novr 27. Examination of the Oahu Charity SchooL Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. Thursday 28th. Dedication of the Chapel for Seamen ~ all the services by Mr. Diell, according to order of Exercises. Saturday 30th. The Ship Catherine Capt. Goodrich was burned last night off this port all hands saved. The Cap. was on shore at the time. Sabbath Deer. 11833. Services for the first time after opening in the Seamen's Chapel. Sacrament of the Lord's Supper administered. The candidates reed. to the Chh. Tuesday Deer. 3rd. 1833. The Packet laden with lumber sailed for Maui. Saturday 7th. Mr. Gulick & family arrived in the Dhaulle from Hawaii. They have been at Waimea for about 5 months. Mr. G.s health is still feeble. Mrs. G. is somewhat better. Wednesday 11 tho The Packet retd. from Lahaina & brought wood. She is now returned to the Mission and the agreement given up and endorsed by the Princess to that effect. • Just before the Packet sailed a message arrived from Wailuku express for the Dr. Mr. Green had t~llled down a precipice 50 feet perpendicular height and was badly hurt. Thursday 12. Cleared the Packet of the wood which came in her from Lahaina. Mr. Rllggles started for Waialua. Friday 13. Made a bargain with Brinsmade, Ladd & Hooper to let them the Missionary Packet for 10 years for 2 months use of it anny. free of expense to the mission with other considerations. Discharged the crew & procured a passage for them to Maui, on board the Waverly. Hoapili left in his own vessel for Maui and is expected to return after he has settled some business there relating to the shipping. Thursday Deer. 24th 1833. The Hooikaika arrived from Lahaina and brought down Mr. Richards. His principal object in coming down was to converse with and try to reclaim several straying church members. Wednesday 25th. A meeting this forenoon at the Seamen's Chapel. Sermon by Mr. Die1L Most of the families at the station attended ~ also several foreigners. ~ among others Governor Finleyson from Columbia • River and Mr. Douglas a traveller & naturalist from the same place. Saturday 28th. Mr. Richards left this momg. in the Hooikaika to return to Lahaina. He takes with him a bell purchased of Brinsmade Ladd & Hooper which they sold him for $150/ that being only one half of 7 �LEVI VOLUME 18 the price at which the bell was valued including charges & commission. A article in the Missionary Herald appended to Mr. Green's journal of a visit to the N.W. Coast, in • which some things are said in regard to the loss of a vessel of the Hudson Bay Comy. at the mouth of the Columbia river having been shown to Gov. Finleyson, he called upon Mr. Bingham to deny the correctness of the statement. Saturday Jan. 4th 1833 [1834]. The families were invited on board the Telegraph, Cap. Sayre to take tea and to offer up a parting prayer preparatory to the embarkation of Mr. Ruggles & family. Monday 6th. Mr. Ruggles & family with the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Lucy Whiting embarked for the United States on board the Ship Telegraph. The vess~l will stop at Kauai for refreshments and from thence she will take her departure, but will cruise long enough to take 150 barrels of oil before she bends her course for home. Friday Jany 10th. The Missionary Packet sailed for the South Mr. Brinsmade supercargo. The Princess & most of the High Chiefs took tea with us this afternoon. The King was invited but did not attend. Sabbath 12. The Becket sailed for Canton. Mr. H. A. Peirce took passage the vessel is in his employ. • There was much firing of canon when she went out. Monday 13. Took tea with Mrs. Chamberlain at Mr. Diells ; all the children out; Mrs. C. returned quite ill & was obliged to go to bed immediately. Tuesday Jan. 141834. Mrs. C. has been quite ill to day has kept her bed most of the day. Monday Jany 27th. Recd. letters from Kauai by which we learn that the Ship Telegraph left Friday the 11 th and that Emily Whitney was added to the number of passengers having been placed by her parents under the guardianship &. protection of Mr. & Mrs. Ruggles. The friends of Mr. Ruggles were very liberal in their presents of fresh provisions &c. All that was furnished by Mr. W & by the chiefs & people amounted to upwards of $400. Mr. Ruggles left in very good spirits. He says, "Nothing seems to be wanting to our comfort but a tight ship & strong confidence in God." Monday Feby. 10. Kinau was confined yesterday with a son, which is her fourth; and is adopted by the King & to be named, as I understand, Liholiho. He seems to be much pleased with his ward Keiki • hookama. The Princess is quite disappointed on account of its being a son as had it been a female it was to have been hers by adoption. Umi the wife of Hoomoeapule the head man of Moanalua was buried this forenoon She was a member 8 �LEVI VOLUME 18 of our church & her body was brought to the meeting house, where a religious service was performed, and then the coffin was deposited in the grave yard of the house. • Tuesday Feby. 11th 1834. By an arrival from Hilo we gain the information that there is considerable of a religious excitement at that place. A protracted meeting has been held with happy effects the brethren think. Gov. Adams is now at Hilo: but they speak of him & those with him as taking but little interest in the religious exercises that have been attended to there. Wednesday 12. The yoke of oxen which Mr. Emerson has had the use of a number of months at Waialua was returned to day & with them a cow which being very fat we concluded to butcher for beef. I employed Mr. Nettles to kill her. Her quarters weighed 6241b. Thursday 13. Sent to Waialua by request ofMr. E. a yoke of steers. They are pretty handy in the yoke and will soon be serviceable for work. I have spent most of this day in taking care of the beef which was killed yesterday. This evening took tea with Mrs. Chamberlain at the house of Mr. Brinsmade, a considerable of a party was there. Saturday Feby. 15th 1834. The Waverly sailed for the windward, she is to stop at Lahaina & Wailuku • & then proceeds to Hilo. I sent a few articles for Hilo. On Monday 10th the Dhaulle sailed for Kawaihae. I sent a few things. Same day sailed the Brig Diana Capt. Carter for Canton, with Mr. French. An English ship pelonging to the Hudson Bay Compy arrived this week & entered the harbor. Mrs. C, was quite Hl yesterday but is comfortable today. Reed. letters from Kauai today a favorable account of the desire of the natives for books. Monday Feby 17th. At the seamens prayer Meeting (monthly con. for sea.) Mr. Diel1 gave an account of the death of two seamen at this place which had been known to him. The circumstances of thier death was very dissimular one came on shore and died in a drunken fit altogether unprepared to enter eternity. The other was left on shore sick from the Ship Mentor on her first arrival in May last. He had been some, what thoughtful for some time; but within a few weeks gave decided evidence of a change of heart and died affording the comfortable assurance of being a child of God & of being prepared to enter the rest prepared • for his people. These two cases of mortality were made the subject of remark by Mr. Diel1 & Mr. Clark and improved to stimulate those present to prayer & effort for the salvation of seamen. The Hooikaika sailed for Maui. we did not know of her being about to go & so sent nothing. 9 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Had some conversation with Mr. Ladd respecting efforts to establish a cotton cloth manufactory & the cuLtivation of the staple for manufacture for sale. He thought the friends of San. Isld. improvement in Am. '. would be willing to invest a capital if they might only have the distant prospect of advantage: But said he should recommend the cultivation of tobacco as a more near at hand expedient to teach the people indus~ try show them the resources of the country and as a ladder to improvements. From this I dissented and protested against the cultivation of the article. Tuesday Feby. 18th 1834. Capt. Bacle sailed for Hilo. Sent letters in the care of Olulo. Wednesday 19th. At the native meeting this afternoon notice was given that next Wednesday would be the commencement of a series of meetings or a protracted meeting and all desirous of Salvation were requested to attend from Honouliuli to Kualoa. In the evening it was mentioned that a series of meeting (evening) would be attended by the families of the mission & all who feel and interest in the subject of religion were invited to attend. The first meeting to be on Tuesday evening. Friday Feby 21st. 1834. A whaling ship called the Canton Packet Cap. Bradford of Bristol arrived ~ The first this season. 15 mo. out with 800 barrels oiL Stopped at one of the Marquesas islands: no account from the missionaries. • The Brig Dhaulle arrived from Kawaihae with a load of cattle for Mr. French. Was gone 11 days. Sabbath 23. Notice was given by Mr. Diell that a series of evening meetings will be held this week beginning on Tuesday evening at his house. Tuesday 25. The Niu sailed for KauaL I wrote to Mr. W. and sent the two pieces of timber which arrived from Tahiti for him also 4 boards from Kaawaloa. A meeting in the eyening at Mr. Diell ~ The persons who usually attend the stated Wednesday evening were present and Miss Wood, The addresses were appropriate. Learned that OIl- Sabbath last a rape was committed on Hooluhina a church member belonging to Kalihi by a foreigner who assaulted her on her way home from meeting. Monday March 3rd 1834. This day our protracted meeting which commenced on Wednesday last was closed. Nine persons profess to have experienced religion. Yesterday the Lords Supper was celebrated and Mr. Colcord & Mr. Anderson made a public profession of religion. Eleven natives were propounded for • admission. Monthly Con. this evening at the house ofMr. Bingham. Sabbath 9th. Mills made a public confession of his faults before the Congregation. 10 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Friday 14th. The Dhaulle sailed for Kauai. Mr. Johnstone went as passenger. The La Grange (Barque) Cap. Snow arrived 130 days from Boston: by her reed. a number of letters. • There is on board a small shipment for the mission the principal is 200 reams of paper & two barrels of medicines. Saturday 15th. The Unity sailed for Maui & Hilo ~ by her sent all the letters for Maui, Molokai, Hilo & Waimea. Our daughter Maria Jane has been affected several days with a discentary and is quite poorly. Friday March 21st 1834. This afternoon the Dhaulle returned from Kauai and Mr. Gulick & family came up as passengers. They take up for the present accommodations with us. Thursday 27. Dr. Judd set out in company with the Princess to make the tour of this island by the way ofEwa & Waialua. Mr. Clark started Friday 28th and expects to spend the Sabbath at Waialua and thence to return after assisting Mr. Emerson in the administration of the Lord's supper. Saturday 29th. Hear from Ewa by Dr. Judd that the King's conduct is very vile & unbecoming. In returning from bathing he sezed upon women & abused them. • He called for awa and used to excess a preparation of that root. Dr. Judd feels it his duty to keep close to the Princess & to attend her through the whole course of her tour around the island. Friday ApL 4th. The Hooikaika sailed for Maui, by her I sent a few articles & several letters. - also cash to the amt. of $50 for the workman in the employ of Mr. Green. Saturday ApI. 5. Wb1d strong from the sea and a very heavy shower in the evening. Monday April 7th 1834. The Ship Pocahontas Cap. Swift which arrived yesterday came into the harbor this morning. She is directly from the Washington Islands and brings verbal intelligence from our brethren; but no letters. They were all well on the first of Mar. -- had built houses and appeared to be comfortable had no apprehensions of personal danger. Hape was dead; and no public administrator of governme~t. Mrs. Armstrong had had another child to whom they had given the name of the young chief. This giving of names is said to be a pledge of amity & friendship. It is a time of peace throughout the island a great feast is • about to take place. Thursday ApI. 10th 1834. Mrs. Gulick was confined this morning with a son. Dr. Judd being absent Mr. Bingham was called to render assistance. A messenger was dispatched for Dr. Judd who is supposed to be 11 �LEVI VOLUME 18 somewhere in the division of Koolauloa. Friday 11 th. Mr. Clark & family left in the Brig Dhaulle for Kauai where they expect to remain till near '. the time of General Meeting. Dr. Judd arrived late in the evening he did not receive my note giving the acct. of Mrs. G's confinement till the afternoon. He was on his way from Kahana to Kualoa expecting at the latter place to put up for the night. On the notice he set out without delay to return home. Thursday April 24 1834. Invited several captains to take tea with us. Four were present, namely Capts. Lawton, Sherman, Barnard & Dagget. Their feelings seemed to be very much excited in consequence of being asked $4 a piece for the Nautical almanac which according to the decision at the time it was printed was to be sold at $ L50. The person who claimed to be the proprietor of the copy right ~ sold all his remain~ ing copies and the purchaser raised the price. Saturday 26th. Had the company of Mr. & Mrs. Hinckley & Mr. & Mrs. Smith at tea. The Princess returned from her tour around the island. Sabbath 27th. The Kings adopted son was presented in baptism and named Alekanedero Liholiho ~ Kinau, the mother held the child in her arms & offered it for the application of the water. The King stood • ~ ~ by her side behind them stood Keliiahonui & Kekauonohi and behind all Kekuanaoa the father. The Dhaulle arrived from KauaL The letters state the fact that a Frenchman by the name of Geraud had been murdered by two natives. The deed was perpetrated for the sake of plunder, the men had been secured & were iT:!- custody. Bya letter from Mr. W.written while the Dhaulle was at Hanalei forwarded by express the notice is communicated that the meeting house at Waimea had been burnt at midnight ~ it is supposed by the hand of an incendiary. Friday May 2d. 1~34. Kaikioewa sailed for Kauai also Debora & Kaiu, together with Cap. Ebbetts. Kaikioewa rna go down to execute the laws upon the murderers ~ The King's directions are that they be hung where the crime was committed. Saturday 3rd. The Dhaulle sailed for Kawaihae. I sent a horse for the brethren at Waimea. Friday 10th. Mr. Tinker & family arrived from MauL Saturday 11. At a church meeting this afternoon Kahikona was excommunicated for drunkenness & • adultery. Sabbath 12. The letter of excommunication was read. The king was present both parts of the day. Monday 13. To our great surprise the brethren of the Washington IsId. mission arrived this afternoon on 12 �LEVI VOLUME 18 board the Benj. Rush, Capt. Coffin. Came on shore towards evening. Tuesday May 14 1834. Having provided the Loriot to bring together the families to attend the gen. • meeting. She sailed for Hilo this afternoon. Friday May 23rd. This has been a day of deep affliction to this station & to Mr. Rogers in particular. Mrs. Rogers was taken in labor on Saturday night last and after experiencing sufferings inexpressibly great and protracted she found relief in death at about 12 o'ck in the night. Every thing had been done to save. her life that could be done. When it was found that a natural delivery could not be expected the forceps were resorted to: This was on Tuesday night, but the parts were too rigid to admit of any thing to remove the child. They were resorted to again in the course of 24 hours but in vain. The patient sunk under her suffering & lay for several hours in a lethargic state. For a time she was wandering in mind. It was proposed that she be delivered by the introduction of the crotchet. Her consent was not readily obtained but after having obtained some rest by means of an opiates and her pains induced again by the power of ergot, she consented to the operation and a child was extracted: She was so much exhausted that it was thought best to let her rest before anything was done to remove the placenta. The child was removed on Wednesday night and some hopes were inspired that she would survive. She remained in such a state of weakness & • wandering of mind that the physicians concluded that it would not be well to take any measures further to extract what remained in the womb ~ but to wait and see if nature would not make further efforts & so give relief. They waited till last evening. As she had gained some refreshment and was in a rational state of mind Dr. Judd told her that there was no hope of her life unless she would consent to an operation. She consented and being placed in a proper position was further examined, when it was found that another child remained. It was taken away together with the placenta. She sustained the whole operation which occupied about 2 hours and was accompanied with a good deal of effort on her part & pain much better than was feared. And after it was through hopes were entertained that she might possibly recover. Prayers were proposed and after she had rested a short time prayer was offered. Being asked if she had any particular request to make ~ she said Praise God that he has spared me through my suffering to this time ~ Praise him for his mercy. pray to him that he may spare my life & fit me to be more usefuL Pray to him that he wd. pardon all my sins which have rendered it necessary that I should experience all these sufferings. These I • believe were the substance of her request. She pretty soon began to appear much exhausted & fell into a sleep: but it was quite evident that it was not the sleep of refreshment. She complained of pain in the uterine region. Medicine was offered to her but she was not willing to receive it. However the Dr. suc~ 13 �LEVI VOLUME 18 ceeded in getting her to take some laudanum. Her slumbers after this were accompanied with loud snoreing . re and a rattling in the throat which gave token that her slumbers were the presage of the last long sleep. About 12 o'clock she ceased to breath. Her happy spirit took its flight to join the little departed ones whose mortal existence had been the price of her own. It was necessary that arrangements should be immediately made for her interment. I went in pursuit of a carpenter to make a coffin & having applied to Mr. Burnham according to the request of Mr. R. the work was soon commenced. A coffin was also made for the infants which had been previously interred in the yard when it was hoped that the mother would recover, but were dug up & placed in the coffin to be buried by the side of their mother ~ They were a boy and a girl ~ well formed in all respects, & mature for the birth. Previously to the interment of Mrs. R. the funeral of Manele, daughter of Govr. Adams took place. It was conducted with great pomp. The coffin which was covered with crimson velvet and profusely decorated with gilt ornaments was preceeded by the Kings body guards in uniform and with sumptuous Kahilis one very large black one and two large red ones borne by chiefs. The king & high chiefs followed. The mother & Kinau walked next to the corpse as chief mourners. The remains were carried to the meeting house, and religious worship conducted in the native language by Mr. Bingham. The King behaved very well and • seemed to be affected. The Eng. & Am. Consuls were present in the costume of their office. Also the principal re?idents & ship masters. The text was All flesh is as grass &c. 1 Peter. 1. 24. From 2 o'ck till sunset minute guns were fired from the guns of the two forts. At the close of the exercise notice was given that the funeral of Mrs. R. would take place & the invita~ tion given to the residents & others to attend. The procession was formed at the house & followed the coffin bourn by 6 natives to the meeting house, where two hymns were sung & a prayer offered by Mr. Tinker. The remains were then carried to the grave and laid in their narrow house & her two little ones by the side of her. Mr. B. expressed the thanks of the mission & of Mr. Rogers in particular for the kind atten~ dons of friends & neighbors in the season of domestic trial & bereavment. The company then dispersed & the grave was closed by the natives. Saturday May 241834. The ship Liverpool & Wilmington Packet arrived her Captain Alexander Russel having died on the 8th inst. • The Paalua arrived from Kauai our native woman Kapuali returned in her. We learn that Messrs . Whitney & Clark & their families are on their way. The Unity in which they took passage having sailed the same day from Koloa where the Paalua put in to anchor from stress of weather. 14 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Just before dark we were greeted with the intelligence of the arrival of the Rev. Messrs. Spaulding & Smith and their families. They took passage from Lahaina on board the Ship Ohio ~ a whaler. A Spanish '. gentleman from South America was a passenger & took lodging with the families for the night & till after the Sabbath. Sabbath May 25th 1834. This evening Mr. Bingham preached in the Chapel a funeral sermon on the death or Mrs. Rogers. Text PhiL 2. chap. V 20 & 21. For our conversation is in heaven; from whence also we look for the Savior; the Lord Jesus Christ: who shall change our vile body that it a be fashioned like unto his glorious body. The house appeared to be well filled & the discourse was appropriate and well listened to .. Monday May 26th 1834. Messrs. Whitney & Clark & families arrived from Kauai on board the Unity, Cap. Bade. The passage was long & tedious. The vessel started on the 14th but meeting a very strong easterly wind she put in at Koloa where she remained several days. The families were on board 6 nights in alL Friday May 30th. The Loriot which sailed on the 14th for Hilo & the other windward stations arrived having on board the following families & individuals of the mission. From Hilo, Mr. & Mrs. Dibble & two • children, & Mr. Lyman. Mr. Goodrich forwarded some of his baggage and is expected to follow in a whale ship; from Kaawaloa, Mr. & Mrs. Forbes & one child, from Kailua Mr. Thurston & family & Mr. Bishop & family numbering in all ten persons: from Waimea Mess. Baldwin & Lyons and their families consisting of 4 adults & three children: from Maui, Miss Ogden and a daughter of Mr. Richards. In all belonging to the Mission, 27 spuls besides a considerable number of natives attached to the different families as domestics. The families are disposed of for boarding & lodging as follows. Mr. Thurston. & family at Mr. Bingham, Mr. Bishop & family at Dr. Judd's. At Mr. Clark's, Mr. Baldwin & Mr. Dibble & families; Mr. Forbes & family at my house and also Miss Ogden. Mr. Lyons & family & Mr. Lyman at Mr. Roger's. The families previously arrived are located as follows: From the Marquesas Mission: Mr. Parker & family at Mr. Diell's; Mr. Alexander, at Mr. Shepard; Mr. Armstrong, at Mr. Johnstone's; Mr. Whitney & family; Mr. Spaulding & family and J ames Richards & Mr. & Mrs. Smith in my house: Mr. & Mrs. S. take their meals at the house of Dr. Judd; Mr. Tinker & family at the house of Mr. Bingham. • Saturday May 31. 1834. The Loriot discharged her cargo & the charter ceases this day. It commenced on the 13 ~ our use of her was 18 days at the rate of $400 per mo. Sabbath June 1st. The Communion was celebrated & the propounded members reed. to the church. 15 �LEVI VOLUME 18 I. SamL J. Mills & a woman, the wife of Pahu, who had been suspended for irregular conduct were re~ stored. In the evening the Lords Supper was administered to Mr. Shepard in his own house. Monday June 2,1834. The General Meeting was organized this morning. Our sessions take place in the meeting house. Mr. Goodrich arrived today from Hilo. He has taken his lodging & boarding at the house of Mr. Rogers. I despatched the Miss. Packt. boat to Ewa to bring up Mr. Emerson & family who are expected to be there tomorrow on their way from Waialua for this place. Tuesday June 3. The Hooikaika sailed for Maui to bring down the br. that remain to attend Gen. meet~ ing. Sent a horse in the vessel for Wailuku station. Wednesday 4th. Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. Had an unpleasant passage from Ewa in the boat, which coming inside of the reef was with difficulty got along through the shallow water. Saturday 7th. The Hooikaika arrived from the windward brought Mr. Hitchcock & Wm. & Charles Richards. Mr. H. is accommodated with a building in the yard of Auhea. It is a good native house once occupied by herself & Kanaina. Wednesday June 11 th 1834. From Dr. Judd & Mr. Bingham we have recd. the particulars of their visit • to the King at Puuloa. They found the king in the comer of a small house parted by a curtain. The saluted him and he returned their aloha. But he said nothing more during their stay except to convey a negative to Dr. Judd's inquiry whether he wished any medicine. From inquiries of the natives Dr. Judd satisfied himself that the king had been at least for a time in a state of mental derangement. The cause was probably the excessive use of strong drink. This perhaps in connexion with other things. Thursday 12th.l.3y a whaling ship from Lahaina Mr. Andrews & Dr. Chapin and families were brought to this station. Sabbath June 15th 1834. The Schooner Avon Cap. Paty arrived from Boston. She sailed on the 27 of Decr. and stopped at Valparaiso. Monday 16th. This day recd. our letters & packages. The amount of goods is very small consisting of 15 boxes & barrels mostly for individuals. Friday July 4th. American Independence celebrated ~ oration pronounced in the O.C. School house by • Mr. Jones ~ Missionary families present by invitation ~ Mr. Bishop made the introductory prayer and Mr. Alexander the concluding prayer & pronounced the benediction. Sabbath July 6th. About a quarter after 3 o'ck this morning Mr. Shepard breathed his last. The evening 16 �LEVI VOLUME 18 before his symptoms had changed and it was apprehended that his end was near, though it could not be said that he would not survive the night. He conversed some and it was very evident that he was fully prepared • for the event. He said ~ if he died before morning it will be well ~ if tomorrow it will be welL If next week, well or if not till next year it would be welL As we stood around his bed of pain & distress he requested one ~ Mr. Armstrong to sing and pray with him ~ the hymn he wished sung was the one beginning "Sweet is the work, my God, my King". The hymn was sung and a prayer offered. He made a few remarks ~ To one he said It will be but a short time before you will lie as I do now ~ What you do you must do quickly. Monday July 7th 1834. The business of the Gen. Meeting was suspended to attend upon the last solemn act of friendship for our deceased brother. The funeral was attended at 4 o'ck from his own house. A num~ ber of foreign residents from the village were present ~ a procession was formed and walked to the meeting house. A sermon was preached by Mr. Bingham from PhiL L 19.20.21. "For I know that this shall tum to my salvation through your prayer and the supply of the Spirit of Christ &c.". Monday July 14. Mr. Whitney & family & Mr. Alexander & family sailed for Kauai in the Avon Capt. Hinckley. Tuesday July 15th 1834. The Missionary Packet arrived from Valparaiso. Mr. Brinsmade fell in with the • Telegraph, Cap. Sayer at Tahiti and saw Mr. Ruggles & family all well 19th of Feby. the date of the letters. Chartered the Schr. Loriot to carry the families of Hawaii to their stations. Wednesday 16th. The Loriot sailed with the families for Hawaii. The Packet also with the families for MauL Thursday 17th. ~r. Emerson started with this family for Waialua. Mrs. E. was carried in a chair by natives. Saturday July 19. This quarterly examination of schools ~ I did not go myself into the house; but judge that the number who appeared for examination was very smalL Dr. Judd in company with Mr. Parker rode to Waialua intending after the Sabbath to pass round through Koolau to examine schools and afford to Mr. Parker an opportunity of seeing the country & forming a judgment of the importance of the field. This day very mebnchoUy news has been recd. from Hilo. Mr. Douglass the naturalist & traveller was found dead in a pit in the region of Hamakua. He was passing from Kohala, where he landed from the Schr. • Minerva in which he took passage from this place to Hilo. On the morning of Saturdy 12th inst. he stopped at the house of a foreigner in Hamakua and stated the course he was pursuing. The foreigner informed him that his way lead by several pits dug to entrap wild cattle and advised him to be careful as a bullock was in 17 �LEVI VOLUME 18 one of the pits & a cow in another. This person accompanied him some distance and then parted to go another way ~ not long after he was informed by a native that a haole had fallen into the pit where the bull • was. He repaired thither and found the very person from whom he had so recently parted dead in the bottom. He shot the animal & by the help of natives rescued the body mangled in a dreadful manner. It was conveyed as soon as possible to Hilo. The news was very shocking to the families & to Mr. Diell who was there. Mr. .Goodrich had but recently returned and Mrs. G. was quite overwhelmed. A joint letter was written by Mrs. Diell & Goodrich to Mr. Charlton giving all the facts & circumstances that had come to their knowledge. The body had been emboweled & put into a state of preservation in order to be removed to this place or kept for the inspection of phisicians. Sabbath July 20 1834. Mr. Clark preached at the Seamans Chapel in the momg. and Mr. Bingham conducted the evening service. July 21st. The Schooner Victoria arrived this afternoon. The Cap. & four of the crew having been murdered by the natives of a group of islands in the neighborhood of the Fejees. The voyage had been projected for collecting shells & the vessel which sailed about 2 mo. ago put under the command of Cap. Dowsett ' The islands they stopped at were the first they had fallen in with. The first time the people of the • Schr. went on shore they went armed & were civilly treated by the natives, who appeared not to be ac, quainted with Europeans. The next day two parties went on shore. The party unarmed met with a disasterous fate ~ most of them were killed. This disaster defeated the object of the voyage & the vessel was obliged to return. Just at night the Eng. Sloop of war Challenger Capt. Seymour arrived from the Coast of South America. Mr, Bingham reed. a letter by the hand of the Cap. from Gen. Miller. July 22 1834. A letter from Auhea to Kinau gives the distressing notice that the Princess has been guilty of Cohabiting with her brother. Last night at 3 o'ck the shameful & criminal act was done in the house of Paki. The King & his sister propose to go to Waianae to get as far away from their teacher as possible and to put him to all the trouble they are able to get to them. They do not consent that Auhea & Hoapili shall accompany them. This is indeed wickedness in high places. The Lord look upon it & overrule it for the good of his church in these islands. The Lord reigneth let the earth rejoice. He can lift up a • standard when the enemy breaks in like a flood & overrule evil & brig the greatest good of it. May this be the case now. This afternoon Mr. Clark & family left in the Packet for Lahaina to enter upon the duties of their new 18 �LEVI VOLUME 18 station at the High School. Mr. Burnham who has been hired for the High School went with them. Wednesday July 23rd 1834. The Man~of~war fired her salute and was answered from the fort. Walked to Waikiki to examine Schools ~ A less number of scholars appeared than I ever before knew on • such an occasion ~ only 71. Thursday 24th 1834. Dr. Judd & Mr. Parker returned from a tour of part of this island. They started on Saturday last and road to Waialua where they spent the Sabbath with Mr. Emerson. On Monday they set out for Hauula in company with Mr. E. & slept at Laie, on Tuesday they went on to Kualoa and stopped the night there, next day they travelled to Waimanalo examining as they passed the Schools of Kaneohe & Kailua. Early this morning they set out from Waimanalo & about half past one dck they reached home. Tuesday July 29. Two criminals natives of these islands were executed today on board the brig Niu. Their crime was piracy & murder. The facts were that some two years & a half or three years ago these men were seamen c;:m board a schooner trading upon the coast of California. In some one of the trips the Captain whose name was Carter was ill of a dysentery and had occasion to go frequently to the side of the vessel ~ these fellows without any provocation seized the captain on one of these occasions in the night & threw him into the sea. They put the vessel before the wind and run down to Fannings island where one of the • fellows had been living ~ Scuttled the vessel & escaped on shore. Thence they obtained a passage in some vessel to this port. Here they made confession of their crime and were taken up by the British Consul & examineq by the government of the islands and were condemned to die. But as there was some hesitancy as to the execution of the sentence there was nothing decisive done & the fellows made their escape: and would never have been brought to punishment but for the interference of the British government. The case having been represented by the British Consul to them the Ship of war which is now here had received instructions to attend to this business. The demand was made by the Captain for the offenders and they were immediately given up. They are said to have been in the Kings train. Thursday July 31st 1834. The brethren Tinker, Armstrong, & Rogers arrived from Lahaina just at evening on board the Schooner Pupuka. The Packet had but just arrived when the brethren left having been becalmed several days under Lanai. The boat of the Packet with the Captain & Mrs. Burnham put off on Saturday to go to Lanai for some refreshment: but the land was farther off than was supposed so that • before they could procure refreshments & return it was night & they were obliged to stay on shore. In the morning the Packet could only be seen from the mountain. They looked for the Packet on Monday & on Tuesday morning left for Lahaina. The Packet arrived next day (Wednesday). The passengers had not 19 �LEVI VOLUME 18 suffered for want of provisions though they had been uncomfortable from the heat and annoyance of cockroaches, mice & fleas. Mr. Armstrong had made the tour of E. Maui in company with Mr. Green and .• had settled upon a spot for a station at Hamekualoa a place about 12 or 14 miles E. from Mr. G's location. Sabbath Augt. 3. A slight shock of an earthquake was felt between 2 & 3 o'ck. Monday Augt. 4th 1834. The remains of Mr. Douglass which were brought down in the Lariat, which arrived yesterday were this afternoon interred in the common burying ground. The church service was read at the grave by an officer of the sloop of war Challenger now in the road stead. Mr. Diell was absent at the time the Loriot sailed on a visit to the volcano in company with Mr. Goodrich. Charter of the Loriot commenced on the 15th ult. I suppose that our use of her will amount to about 10 days charter. She was detained 5 days on account of the remains of Mr. Douglass and she brought down freight for others so much as to reduce the time, it is thought, to 10 days. Thursday Augt. 7. The Packet arrived this morning with the effects ofMr. Tinker & Mr. Smith. Mr. Smith also returned from Molokai. Bya letter from Mr. Clark it appears that the earthquake felt here on Sabbath momg. last was felt also • at Maui and was more sensibly felt. Mr. Clark was awaked out of sleep by the concussion. The Brig Eagle of the Hudson's Bay Co. arrived from England having on board an agent of that Co. who is to be established at these islands. Also as an agent for Lloyd's. Learn that the Charte~ of the East India Co. which expired in April was not renewed and that the Company is broken up. This must be an event of great importance. Friday Augt. 8 1834. The Eng. sloop of war Challenger sailed today. Mr. Charlton took passage in her for the Soc. Isds. ~ he says to punish the chiefs on account of the capture of the Schooner Truro taken he says by order of the Queen. The second officer of the Brig Eagle was dwwned this afternoon. He went in comp.y with a lad in a boat to the flats a little distance off to bathe. He waded beyond his depth & not being able to swim he sunk & was drowned. The Packet sailed for Molokai in the service of B. L. & H. Mr. Sweetman took passage for Lahaina to lay the dobies of a small house for Mr. Clark. He is to receive as wages $24 per mo. & his board. Wednesday August 13th 1834. Mr. Gulick & family sailed in the Schooner Hooikaika for Kauai. His health is still rather feeble & he will probably not be able very soon to occupy the new station at Koloa. 20 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Yesterday the ~rig Maydacre, Cap tn. Lambert from Boston, sailed for Columbia River. A young man by the name of Baker a son of Abel Baker of Boston & cousin of Mrs. Clark was on board. He brought a '. package from Mr. Kitteridge for Mrs. Clark and was disappointed in not finding her at this island. The Maydacre carries on a number of persons to establish a salmon fishery at Columbia River and are to be joined by others either already arrived or who will soon arrive there for the same purpose. Friday Augt. 15th. The Brig Griffon Cap. Little sailed for Canton. I sent but one letter by this convey~ ance. This was addressed to Mr. Hill, a duplicate of which I have taken to send by another conveyance. Mr. Perkins & family are passengers. The schooner Thetis, Captn. Bancroft from the Society islands arrived this afternoon and touched in his way at Nukuhiwa. He states that the young chief Moana had left the island on board of an American whaling ship nearly fulL Things seemed to be in much disorder ~ all the foreigners had left but one. Cap. B. did not land, found the natives troublesome and thievish. Reports that the missionaries who have arrived at the Society islands for the Marquesas, are building a small vessel to take along with them to their field for the convenience of passing about. Another article of news brought by Captn. B. is that the natives are forbidden to sell the productions of • the islands for anything but cash and that the traffic in ardent spirits is interdicted. I hope this last will prove to be a permanent regulation & that the destructive article will be banished from the islands. Shd. this be the case the Gpspel might be expected soon to triumph. Saturday Augt. 16th 1834. Mr. Smith went down to Ewa with some effects ~ on his way the canoe was upset & he was thrown into the sea & the effects in the canoe were drenched. Messrs. Tinker & Parker also went to Koolau to spend the Sabbath & preach. They went by the way of the palL Tuesday Augt. 19. The Loriot sailed for Kauai. I sent two bundles & wrote to Mr. Whitney & Mr. Alexander. August 20th 1834. The Packet arrived from Lahaina. She did not go to Molokai as was expected. Mr. Clark states that Sweetman arrived on the 11 tho ~ and had gone to work for Mr. Spaulding. Mrs. Clark & the children were at Wailuku. Mr. Green was at Lahaina attending a protracted meeting. • Augt. 21 Thursday. The native Brig Niu under the command of Nahinu sailed this afternoon bound to Kawaihae. I sent letters by the hand of Maunahina a native of Mr. Goodrich who is to pass by land to Hilo from Kawaihae. I also sent three bundles for the brethren at Waimea & a letter to Mr. Thurston. 21 �LEVI VOLUME 18 Saturday Augt. 22. The brig. Convoy arrived from the N.W. Coast with furs & N.W. Indians. The Bark Eagle Cap. Ingle arrived from Canton,-left the Diana & Becket. • The Packet sailed for Maui to carry Mr. Armstrong & family to his station. She will go directly to the place chosen by Mr. A. ~ the name of which is Maleko. ~ after that it will go to Wailuku & thence to Lahaina. Our use of the vessel commenced yesterday afternoon. • \ • 22 � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0018 - 1833.09.16 - 1834.08.22 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1833.09.16 - 1834.08.22 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/adf662269c6a3f445305503c4da36e64.pdf ddd58629d87d2d628a33fc4df9cbfdf8 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 19 Volume Nineteen • August 26, 1834 ~ October 30, 1835 Honolulu, Augt. 26 1834. Tuesday. A native belonging to the King's train came to inform me that a cow said to belong to the mission was fastened in his yardllm secured in consequence of having been in mischief. I walked to the place and found one of our young creatures prostrate with her legs tied. The native whose name is Kauliokamoa came pretty soon & I inquired of him what were the damages. He told me 10 dollars. This sum I thought much too great. Indeed I did not think that any thing in justice was due on account of the insufficiency of the fence. This I told him, but said it belonged to us to take care of our cattle & therefore our natives were blameable for not securing her in the yard. I told him that I considered one dollar a sufficient forfeiture for not taking care of the animal, and this sum I was willing to pay. As this sum did not satisfy him I concluded fo give him $5 and in conclusion told him unless he made up his fence I would pay no more damages even if our cattle got in to his enclosure again. The Ship Parker ~ Cap. Brown nearly full & bound pretty direct to the U.S. arrived. ie Saturday Augt. 30th 1834. By the ship Parker, Cap. Brown of New Bedford which sailed this day bound pretty directly I sent all the letters committed to my care by individuals and a box left with me by Mr. Gulick. The general letter of the Mission was sent and many communications from the brethren from the Washington Islands. Friday Sep~ 5. Cap. Pickens of the Brig Convoy put an end to his existence this morning by cutting his throat. He had been in a depressed state of mind had been affected with Delirium tremens. He was at Dr. Rooke's and in a room with Dr. Peabody at the time. Two days ago tq~ ~oriot & Hooikaika arrived from Kauai. Tuesday Sep. 9. The Minerva sailed for Maui by which I sent a few bundles & letters. Wednesday 10. The Loriot sailed for Kauai by which I sent letters & a few articles The Paalua also sailed for Waialua, but I did not know of her destination till she had sailed. Thursday 11. The Becket arrived from Canton. Saturday 13. Just before evening the Packet arrived from Lahaina, recd. many letters from the brethren. • Sabbath 14. Mr. Tinker walked to Waikiki twice & preached as many times. He also preached in Eng . in the momg. in the Chapel. Mr. Bingham preached in the evening. Tuesday Sept. 161834. The Packet sailed with Mr. Parker for Kaneohe. She went by the way of the E. 1 �LEVI VOLUME 19 r. end of the island & she carried a cow & calf ~ the Marquesan cow. The Paalua carried the effects of Mr. Smith to Ewa. Wednesday 17th. This afternoon the Paalua returned. Our use of the vessel was less than two days. Took tea this evening with our neighbors Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Friday 19th. Some time during the night Mrs. Tinker was confined with a daughter a very comfortable laying~in. Saturday 20th. Shipped various articles for Lahaina & Lahainaluna on board the Schooners Hooikaika & Paalua, which are expected to sail after the Sabbath with the chiefs for Lahaina. Sabbath 21st. Mr. Tinker preached in the chapel in the morning & Mr. Bingham in the evening. Mr. Tinker preached in native in the afternoon. Tuesday Septr. 23. This day the Hooikaika, Paalua & Pupuka sailed for Lahaina & carried up the Maui chiefs. Hoapili kane & Hoapiliwahine. The Princess could not be induced to return though urged by her Kah.u. Friday Septr. 26. Dr. & Mrs. Judd & their family set out for Waialua. They go by water in a double canoe furnished by Kinau to Ewa and thence by land to Waialua. • Mrs. Smith takes up her abode with us until the house at Ewa is in a condition to accommodate her with her husband, who rode this morng. to his station to urge on the work of his building. The Packet returned from the windward side of this island, and toward evening sailed for KauaL Sabbath Septr. 28 1834. Mr. Tinker at the request of Auhea went to Waikiki & conducted religious worship t\yice. In the evening he preached in the chapeL Mr. Bingham preached in native twice at this place & conducted the morning service at the ChapeL Monday Sep. 29. The Minerva, Aikanaka's Schooner sailed for Kauai this afternoon Tuesday ~ The St. Barbary sailed for MauL I sent letters & a bundle. Wednesday Octr. 1st. The Schooner Puahulale arrived this morning or rather about noon and brought Mr. Diell and family from Hilo, after an absence of just three months from this place. The vessel was chartered at the expense of 100 dollars of Gov. Adams, who sent it to Hilo for the purpose. The family of Mr. Dibble were in affliction owing to the sickness of their children & being himself in • delicate health. Thursday October 2nd 1834. The Paalua which returned yesterday from Molokai sailed again for that place. I sent letters to Mr. Hitchcock and a few things that were waiting for an opportunity. 2 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Had to tea this evening the families of Messrs. Brinsmade & Ladd. Friday Octr. 3. Had at tea this evening Mr. & Mrs. Smith; our neighbor, Cap. & Mrs. Paty & Miss Woodj of our oyvn families, Mr. & Mrs. Smith & Mr. Rogers. All these with the children made a full table. • Our invitation was extended to Cap. & Mrs. Carter but owing to indisposition of the former the invitation was declined. Saturday 4. Mr. Smith returned to Ewa or rather set out to return about noon. Friday 17th. During the week I have been much driven with business having purchased about 22000 feet of lumber 10,000 of which I send on board the Diana for Lahaina, the residue has been drawn up to our yard. The Diana sailed this forenoon for the windward by her I sent besides the boards & 10,500 shingles a yoke of oxen & a cow for Mr. Clark. The George & Mary, Cap. Lawrence sailed today for the United States. I sent a very large package of letters. Took tea with Mrs. Chamberlain & the children at Mr. Diell's ; Mrs. Smith is now staying there. Octr. 22 Wednesday. The confinement of Mrs. Emerson at Waialua took place about 1 0' ck this • afternoon. ~ Examined the schools ofWaikiki. Friday October 24th 1834. Had the pleasure of meeting with Cap. John H. Pease who was mate of the Thames with Cap. Clasby when he brought out the first reenforcement to this mission. He is now captain of a ship from Newburyport & has been for many years masterj but this is the first voyage he has made into the Pacific since he was in the Thames. He stopped at Hilo & brought down the family of Mr. Dibble, whose youngest c;:.hild is dangerously ill, & landed them at Lahaina. The families at Lahaina are very much afflicted. Mrs. Richards says in a letter that she with the care of 7 children is the only female oHive now at that station which is able to do anything (able to be about); all the rest being confined to sick rooms. Dr. Chapin had been sent for to attend upon the sick child of Mr. Armstrong; He made a visit & returned immediately left the child better. Wednesday Octr 29th. Bya letter from Lahaina learn that there are 15 ships at that port among the Cap. there are Cap. Jared Grardner, Cap. Morgan & Rice. Mr. R. is in fine health & spirits. Mr. & Mrs. • Hitchcock were about to return to Molokai. Mrs. H. is thought to be really no better. Mrs. Spaulding is gradually failing it is with difficulty she can be moved from her bed to the settee. She is unable to sit up a moment and sees wearisome days & nights. Miss Ogden is quite unwelL She has dropsical complaints & 3 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Mr. S. says I should not be surprised if she should never enter the school room again as a teacher. The Ship Rasselas, Cap. Barker arrived this afternoon. By her two letters have come to hand from the '. Missionary Rooms ~ one from Mr. Anderson to Mr. Bingham states that in the course of the summer a vessel is expected to sail from Boston which will bring out for the mission a book binder and printer, both married, and two single females one the sister of Mr. Hitchcock & the other a Miss Brown who has been selected to teach domestic manufactures & will bring out a number of looms, wheels &c. Mr. A. states that general prosperity attends the cause & that the land is again blessed with revivals of religion. Mr. Hill letter is dated 11 days earlier than Mr. Anderson. He says, "We have recd. $1000 from the American Tract Soc. New York for tracts and $500 from the Bible Soc.y of Pha. for New Testaments in Hawaiian. Mr. Hooper intends soon to return to the Sandwich Islands. He may go in too sm a vessel to take passengers & all our supplies. But it is possible a larger vessel may sail in a month or two. Friday October 311834. By the Schooner Minerva sent letters to Maui & Hawaii gave the information to all the windward stations which is contained in the letters recently recd. from America & jOrward two copies of the Herald for Maui & Molokai & two copies for Hawaii. I sent in the care of Kaluaapana$200 in • money for the station at Lahaina. The Becket sailed this afternoon for Kauai ~ sent letters ~ a copy of the Herald & a quantity of glass say 333 squares for the meeting house. Mr. Rogers forward packages of I Book of Samuel, as they are very much sought after by the people of Kauai. Sabbath Novr. 2nd 1834. Recd. letters from Maui ~ Mr. Dibble writes that he had moved up the hill with his family & expects soon to keep house, ~ thinks it very doubtful whether he shall ever return to Hilo again. His own health is feeble & the climate of Hilo he thinks not favorable either for himself or family. His youngest child is a little better & some hopes are entertained of its recovery. Mr. Armstrongs youngest child had been dangerously ill but was getting better. He states that something like a mail has been started between the three stations a stout native man has been hired for a fathom of cloth a trip to travel the distance & carry despatches. Mr. A. had been somewhat ill ~ his congregation still keeps up its attention ~ Some he hopes are at least • thoughtful if not more: but the mass he says are wild & wild asses & care not much more about the gospeL There is an unaccountable mortality among the people & many keep their dead above ground as do the marquesans at least until they are ordered to bury them. He states that he has a school of 30 teachers 4 �LEVI VOLUME 19 besides a school for children two days in a week & Mrs. A. has a school for women. The people of Hana he says have gone headlong to the hewa. A company had been to Oahu to seek • dab to pay thl)r taxes & came back teeming with iniquity: they commenced drinking rum hula &c. with few exceptions the population went after them. But Hoapili's arrival he thinks will put a stop to it. He remarks ~ ('Verily righteousness grows in shallow ground in this region ~ A man can be devout to day as a saint & to morrow as drunk as a beast.)) Tuesday Novr. 4th 1834. Dr. Judd & family arrived from Waialua via Kaneohe. They stopped with Mr. Parker on the Sabbath & spent the Mon. con. with the family. Sabbath 9th. The ship Helvetius, Cap. Brewster run ashore at Waikiki between the hours of 12 & 1 o'ck and in about 12 hours she bilged. The Paalua was sent out with cables & anchors but efforts to get her off were in vain. The Helvetius has 1400 barrels of oil & belongs to New London. The sight of a ship dismasted beating on the rocks is a very melancholly one. Friday N ovr. 14 1834. Mr. Parker who came over yesterday from Koolau retumed this forenoon. Mr. Diell's cook house took fire in consequence of some defect of the oven. But is was providentially saved from the flames. • The sale of the wreck at Waikiki and various articles saved from it took place today. Had the company of Mrs. Rice at tea this evening. Mr. & Mrs. Smith set out in the night for Ewa. They improved the night on account of the tide as their conveyance was by water in a double canoe. Novr. 15. Our oxen (a young pair sent to Waialua) have been brought over. I sent for them. Deer. 4th. Thismoming retumed from the windward in the Schooner Hooikaika. I left here for Lahaina on the 25th of Novr. Arrived there on Thursday the 27th early in the moming. Spent the 1st night at Lahaina luna with Mr. Clark ~ Friday) Saturday & Sabbath nights I spent at Mr. Richards. On Monday morning immediately after breakfast I embarked in the Hooikaika for Molokai, and arrived at Kaluaaha at 1/2 past 11 o'ck a.m. Spent two nights with Mr. Hitchcock and at 5 o'ck P.M. of Wednesday 3rd I went on board the Schr. again and had a quick & pleasant passage to Honolulu. See minutes of my visit to Lahaina & Molokai. • Friday Decr. 5th 1834. Attended the sale of H. Paty & Cos. goods and bought a few things, among others a waggon & harness for $50. Had the company of Cap. Sherman of ship Kingston to take tea. 5 �LEVI VOLUME 19 In the evening preparatory lecture at the house of Mr. Tinker, services by Mr. Bingham. Sabbath Deer. 7th. Afternoon several persons were suspended from the communion Kalaihopu, Naone, Maiau, Kapiievi & his son, and the communion of the Lord's supper celebrated. • Wednesday 10. Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. This afternoon the Unity sailed for Lahaina & Kawaihae. I sent the doors & window frames. The Pakii also sailed for MauL Wind from the west~ward. Kaikioewa took passage in the Unity. He proposes to visit Kona. Saturday Deer. 20 1834. Mr. Charlton arrived in the Fliberty Jibbet from the Soc. Islands. Reed. notice that on the 11 th of Sep. three missionaries sailed from Tahiti for the Marquesas. Viz. Mr. Darling, Rogerson & Stallworthy. Mrs. R. accompanied her husband. Things at Tahiti are improving. Thursday Deer. 25th. Last night Mr. Bingham had a daughter born. The Rasselas, Capt. Brewer, sailed for Canton. The R. is owned by E. Grimes & Co. & H.A. Peirce. Hoapili & Kaikioewa arrived from the windward. Gov. Adams arrived a few days ago. Also several of the principal persons from Hilo. The Minerva sailed • for the windward: • Monday Deer. 29. The Brig Avon sailed for KauaL Tuesday 30th. The Packet arrived from Kauai ~ Learn that the captain of the Packet was not allowed to trade ~ and that he obtained nothing but a few goats which were pd. by Mr. Whitney for a debt. A murder we learn was committed at Waikiki last night ~ of a woman by her husband. The perpetrator had absconded. Monday Jan.y 5th 1835. An ah.aolelo of the Chiefs ~ The govt. of the island and the Kanawai committed into the hands of Kinau. Govr. Adams sailed in the Paalua for Hawaii to stop at MauL I sent two bales of cotton for Lahaina & Lahaina luna. Tuesday 6th. The Avon arrived from KauaL The Packet sailed for MauL Wednesday 7th. The Barque Don Quixote sailed for America. Mrs. Shepard and her three children took passage. Capt. Stetson, Cap. Barker, Cap. Merril, Mr. McIntosh, Mr. Hardy Peirce, Mr. Cushing & several others are passengers. Cap. John Paty is master and George S. Brewster, formerly master of the ship • Helvetius cast away at Waikiki is mate. The Don Quixote carries the oil saved from the wreck of the H . and a large quantity of hides. She left the harbor about 3 o'ck under a heavy salute from the shipping. Cap. Paty is accompanied by his wife. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Thursday Jan.y 8th 1835. A house was burnt down m our neighborhood about noon today, learn that the fire was communicated by a coal dropped by a child who was sent for fire to light a ~. • Wednesday 14. Hoapili sailed for Maui and the Princess accompanied him. Thursday 15. The Packet sailed for Maui in our employ. She is sent for the purpose of carrying a few things to Lahaina and of affordmg a conveyance for Mr. }-Utchcocks lumber to Molokai. Yesterday the charter commenced. Monday 19. Set out with Mrs. Chamberlam and the three eldest children for Ewa, to visit Mr. & Mrs. Smith. We went in a large smgle canoe sent by Mr. Smith for the purpose. We had an agreeable passage down and arrived there about 11 o'ck having been somewhat more than four hours on the way. I tarried nearly two hours and then set out by land for home which I reached about 5 o'ck P.M. and found all welL This has been examination day of the Schools of Honolulu. Wednesday 21. I walked to Waikiki to examine the schools of that district, T0-e schools are rising a little; but are yet very low. 139 scholars only. The King & Kaikioewa sailed for Kauai in the Brig. Avon. Kaikioewa is considered to be deranged and it is said one object of the King in going to Kauai at the present time was to get the old chief home to his • own island. About noon the Packet returned from the windward having gone only Lahama, Mr. Spaulding havmg previous to the arrival of the Packet engaged the Pupuka to go to Molokai to carryover Mr. Hitchcock's lumber: - So the Packet was released as soon as the freight was discharged which was on Saturday about sun set. Friday Jany. 23 1835. The Schooner Victoria sailed for Valparaiso. I sent all the letters I had on hand for the U.S. The Brig Becket sailed for the windward: but I sent nothing. She went off rather unexpectedly. Saturday, 24th. Mrs. C. & the children returned from Ewa. They started in a canoe about 11 o'ck and arrived about 4 o'ck P.M. all welL Monday Jan.y 26th 1835. A brigantine made its appearance this afternoon and it proved to be the Velocity Capt. Proctor with Mr. Hooper, which sailed from Boston on the 3d. of July. Cap. P. attempted to • pass through the straits of Magellan and by so doing he prolonged his voyage as he was obliged after spending some considerable time in the Straits, to put back & go round the Cape. He stopped at Valparaiso and thence proceeded to the Washington Islands and came to off Massachusetts Bay at Nuuhiua expecting 7 �LEVI VOLUME 19 to find our missionaries there for whom he had supplies. His passage from Nuuhiva to this port was unusually expeditious only 12 days. • Saturday Jany 31st. The weather not having been favorable for discharging cargo our supplies were not all drawn up till Thursday. Some of our goods and a considerable many of Mr. Ladd's have been wet on board the vessel. 36 reams of paper belonging to us have been entirely ruined and a bale of cottons damaged 50 pr. cent. Monday Feby 2nd. Mr. & Mrs. Parker arrived from Koolau in company with Mr. & Mrs. Tinker. The Missionary Packet was expected to sail on Saturday last; but it was so near night when she was got under way that she was brought to anchor again & thus I have had the opportunity to put on board a quantt¥y of flour and other things which through the unaccommodating spirit of the Captain were left on Saturday. Saturday Feby. 7th. 1835. The wind has been from the Sea in a westerly direction all this week. The Brig Avon, Cap. Hinckley has been waiting since Tuesday and Dr. Judd and family have been in suspense having determined to take passage in her for KauaL Mr. Parker returned to Kaneohe on Wednesday and Mrs. Parker remained. She has had her lodgings at • Mr. Diell's. I have been busy in opening boxes & attending to supplies and the depos remains in great confusion. Tuesday 10th. The Schooner Honduras Capt. Scott arrived 145 days or thereabouts from Boston. By this arrival we have reed. various letters one from Mr. Anderson & another from Mr. Wisner also letters from Mr. Hill with a Bsl of a few supplies and a letter of credit granting permission to draw on Baring Brothers & Go. for 1000 Sterling within a year & a half from July 1834. The Packet sailed this morning for Maui and this afternoon the Schooner of Mamaki; by which I forwd. the letters this day reed. by the Honduras. This afternoon Dr. & Mrs. Judd & family sailed for Kauai in the Schooner Avon, Captn. Hinckley. The Dr. goes down to attend upon the family of Mr. Alexander. Thursday Feby. 12 1835. This afternoon the Avon returned from Kauai not having been able to anchor, nor to put Dr. Judd & family on shore. • By Thos. Hopu who came up in the Paalua from Kauai we learn that Mrs. Alexander had been confined and was comfortable. Saturday 14. The Velocity, with Mr. Ladd sailed for MauL I sent several articles. 8 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Thursday 19. The Packet arrived from Maui ~ Is in a very leaky condition and must be thoroughly repaired. It belongs to us to copper her. • Saturday 21. The Brig. Diana Cap. Carter sailed for Canton. Mrs. C. goes with her husband. The King arrived from Kauai in the Paalua. By letters recd. we get the information that Mrs. Alexander was confined with a son on the 29 ulto. Sabbath 22. Being Washington's birth day a salute was fired from the shipping at 8 & 12 o'ck A.M. much to the annoyance of our ears & the pain of our feelings, particularly that at noon being at the time of English service at the Chapel. The Europa, Cap. Allen sailed this morng. at whose sailing guns were fired. o when will the Sabbath be sanctified & its sacred hours employed according to its original & benevolent design. Wednesday Feby. 25th. By the Schooner Hooikaika which sailed this forenoon with Hoapili wahine for Lahaina, I sent several articles ~ A bureau (formerly Mrs. Shepard's) for Mrs. Dibble and two bales of cotton for Lahaina luna. Richard Kalaaiaulu died to day. He was attacked with iD_flamation of the lungs about a fortnight ago • and about 1 o'ck to day he breathed his last. He has been employed for many years very usefully in the printing office as a pressman his disposition was very pleasant and his life has been very consistent ~ more so than any native who has been instructed in America & returned to these islands. Thursday 26th. The funeral of Richard Kalaaiaula was attended this afternoon. A procession was formed at his house and followed the corpse to the meeting house, where a sermon was preached by Mr. Bingham from 1 C:::OT. )01. 54 & 55. V. The body was then interred by the side of a child of his which died sometime ago near the mission grave yard. Sabbath March 1st. The Sacrament of the Lord's supper was administered this afternoon in the native chapel. Five persons were suspended from the communion for disorderly conduct and one person before suspended was restored. Monday March 2nd 1835. The Avon arrived from Kauai and the Ship Sapphire of Salem, Cap. Cheever • sailed for Canton. The S. arrived on the 17th inst. from Lima. The Captain is accompanied by his wife and three sons. Tuesday 3rd. There have been three interments to day. One was of the child of the King by Kalama 9 �LEVI VOLUME 19 which died yesterday morning. The child had a disease of the naveL The intestene of the umbilical cord protruded and could not be secured. This occasioned the death of the child. The king it is said was much ;. affected by the decease of this child. Another of the interments was of the woman of a foreigner, and the other of a Chinaman who attended in the store of Messrs. Ladd & Co. By particular request of the man before his death to be buried at Punahou the permission was granted by Mr. Bingham who is the tenant of that land. Mr. Bingham was invited to pray at the grave. The Chinamen who attended in white badges and with martial music performed the ceremony of burning incences or some combustible substance at the grave. The Velocity sailed for Hilo this afternoon. Friday March 6th 1835. I worked till about 12 o'ck last night putting up supplies for Kailua and Waimea, and resumed my work after prayers this morng. and continued it till 4 o'ck this afternoon. At which time the Schr. Honduras sailed for Hawaii with Kaikioewa who goes up to see Gov. Adams on the subj ect of the purchase of said Schooner. Seven lau of bullocks hides is the price, I understand, required. This I should think a reasonable price. I sent somewhat more that a ton measurement of goods for Kailua & Waimea. • Saturday March 7th. The Velocity after havg. been absent 4 days came back, the wind proving too strong to make head way towards Hilo. She was immediately despatc.hed for Kawaihae. It is doubtful now whether she goes to Hilo at alL I shall regret it much, as it is now a long time since we have had an opportunity of sending to our brethren there. Wednesday March 11. The Packet after having been thoroughly coppered at our expense according to contract came into our employ on the 10th for a trip to KauaL She sailed to day. I sent various supplies to the families and expect her to bring up wood, pia, potatoes &c. Saturday March 14th 1835. While Dr. Judd & family were at supper this evening a native child about 6 years of age was brought by its parents to receive medical attention. They were directed to wait till after supper. When the Dr. arose to examine the child it had breathed its last. The account which is given of its sickness renders it highly probable that it died of croup. Sabbath 15th. A small schooner arrived from the windward this afternoon and by it we have received • the me1anchoUy notice of the death of brother & sister Clarks eldest child Mary. She breathed her last on Tuesday morning having been sick only a few days. Her disorder was Croup. Her remains were interred at Lahaina luna the day following. It is a great comfort to her afflicted parents to have a good measure of 10 �LEVI VOLUME 19 evidence that their daughter was prepared for death . . so that they do not mourn as those who have no hope. • Monday March 16. The Paalua sailed this forenoon for Waialua by her I sent a few supplies to Mr. Emerson. Wednesday 18th. The execution of the murderer . . the man who killed his wife at Waikiki a few months ago . . took place this day about noon. Friday March 20th. The Paa1ua returned from Waialua, and the Packet also from Kauai having been in our service 10 days. She brought from Hanalei about 3 1/2 cords wood & 7 bb1s. pia also a hog and a hog from Waimea. Saturday 21. The Brig Velocity returned from Hawaii. She went no farther than Kawaihae. This afternoon the Packet sailed again for Kauai. She goes to Hanalei on Ladd & Cos. business. I sent a box only and a bundle. Sabbath March 22nd 1834. The Brig Avon sailed for California. Mr. Jones goes in her. She is bound to Monterrey. The Minerva arrived from Lahaina brought letters from the brethren; and the afflictive intelligence of • the death of Mr. Armstrongs second child William Nevins, who died on the 11th with croup. Tuesday March 24th 1835. The Velocity was towed out of the harbor this morning bound to Hilo. This is the third time of her having started to go to that place since I put supplies on board to send to the brethren. She lay most of the day becalmed in sight of the harbor. Towards night a breeze started up from the N. Wand she was soon out of sight. Friday 27. Antonio Sam our principal mason had a paralytic shock we think to day. He fell in the street and was deprived of speech. He was taken home to his house and at evening appeared to be better. Monday Mar. 30th. The Packet arrived from Kauai. Thursday ApL 2nd. Have shipped various articles for Lahaina on board the Packet. Wednesday ApI. 8. The Minerva sailed for Maui & Hawaii. I sent by the hand of Kaluaapana $460 in cash for Mr. Richards. And by the hand of Kapapala the Gospel of Mark which has been reviewed by Mr. Bingham. • Yesterday the Schr. of Mamaki sailed for Mo10kai. I sent by her various articles for Mr. Hitchcock and paid to the Chinaman the sum of $8 freight. Thursday 9. The Packet after waiting more than a week for the return of the Velocity from Hi10 sailed 11 �LEVI VOLUME 19 for MauL She carries a considerable quantity of freight for us besides several natives from Kauai for the HighSch. • Friday 10th. Mr. Parker came over about noon with Mr. Robinson carpenter to pick out lumber &c. for a house for himself. Saturday April 11th 1835. The Becket sailed for Maui & Kawaihae & from Kawaihae will proceed to Hilo. Anton goes in her in hopes to regain his health. I sent 4 tires for cart wheels for Mr. Baldwin. By the Pupuka from Maui we receive the intelligence of the death of Mr. Spau1dings younger child. Tuesday May 5th 1835. This morning Dr. Judd accompanied by Dr. Rooke sailed for Lahaina in the Packet. Dr. Chapin has requested their advice in relation to the case.ofhis wife & Mr. Spau1dg. is desirous also that prescriptions should be made for his wife who is gradually declining. Saturday May 9. Cap. Brayton is now at this port. His ship stopped at Hilo first. Thence he came to Lahaina where he stopped a few days. He is some what out of health and is inclined to remain here a few days till Dr. Judd & Dr. Rooke return from Lahaina. He makes his home among our families. Still maintains his religious character. Cap. Buckley who was mate to Captn. Brayton last voyage arrived this morning from Lahaina. He also • stopped at Hilo and brought Mr. Lyman & family to Lahaina. The Brig Velocity sailed this afternoon for KauaL She goes first to Hanalei, having some freight to take in there. I have made an arrangement with Mr. Ladd for her to bring up the families to attend the Gen. meeting. On her return I expect to employ her to go after the families at the windward to bring them to this place where it seems now the meeting will be held. Wednesday May 13th 1835. Dr. Judd returned from Lahaina in the Packet. This day also he moved into his new house across the road. Our weekly lecture was held there in the evening. I began this day to make an alteration in the kitchen by removing the entrance into the cellar out of doors and closing up the entrance in the house to enlarge the room. Mr. Rogers took the printing paper from the 10ft and sent it to the new printing office. Sabbath May 17th. Sprained my foot this morning and suffered much pain during the day; fear it will • lay me up for some days . Tuesday May 19 1835. The brethren Whitney, Alexander & Gulick with their families arrived in the Velocity from Kauai. They have come up to attend Gen. Meetg. 12 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Wednesday 20. The Velocity became an expense this morning for a trip to the windward to bring down the families of Kona) Waimea) Lahaina &c. to the gen. meeting. • Not being able myself in consequence of a sprained ande to go to the village I employed natives to assist Mr. Abbott to send on board a quantity of lumber for Lahainaluna. 2934 feet of cedar lumber were shipped and 510 feet ofkoa. The Brig got off just before sun down. Thursday 21. Dr. Judd went to Kaneohe to look at the walls of Mr. Parker)s house which are said to be laid very badly. He was accompanied by Mr. Southworth) a carpenter of this place. The account which he brings of the house is very much to the dispraise of the workmanship. He thinks it will be expedient that the walls should be taken down. Monday May 25 1834. Mr. Whitney returned from Kaneohe this morning at about 10 o)ck where he went to preach on the Sabbath. He reports the workmen have concluded to take down the walls of Mr. Parker)s house and to rebuild them from the foundation. By a Schooner from Mexico which arrived Saturday evening news has been recd. from the U.S. down to the last of February. • The report which the Schr. brought created considerable of an excitement; but the papers which have come to hand do not confirm the report of the Sch. namely) a war between the United States & France. But it appears that the President recommended the measure to Congress) but the Senate did not approve of it & would not give their consent. It has been supposed that the President wishes to embroil the nation in a war to divert the public mind from the subject of the Post office arrearages) which are said to be to a very great amount ~ 800)000 dollars and are occasioning much excitement. Another item of news recd. is that Dr. Wisner died of Scarlet fever in the month of Feb. y. Wednesday May 27 1835. The Packet set sail this afternoon for Lahaina to bring down the families who may wish to take passage to the Gen. meeting. Mr. Brinsmade went up as commander. Bya letter from Mr. Lyman we get the information that the princess has been formally excommunicated. This took place on the 24th. Hoapili we are informed took a very decided stand against certain persons who belong to this island and have been attached to the person of the princess. He sent them on board the Pupuka to take passage for • this place. The Pupuka arrived this morning. The crime of these persons was drinking with the Princess last Saturday on board the Griffon Capt. Little. 13 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Saturday May 30th 1835. The Packet returned from Lahaina and brought down the families ofMr. Clark Spaulding Armstrong & Lyman also Miss Ogden in all 9 adults & 6 children 15 souls. Mr. Clark has • accommodations with Mr. Tinker ~.Mr. S. with Dr. Judd, Mr. Lyman with Mr. Rogers, & Mr. Armstrong with us. Wednesday June 3rd. The VelOcity returned from Kailua having been absent 14 days brought down the following families from Hawaii Messrs. Thurston, Bishop, Forbes, Baldwin, and Lyons & their families. 10 adults & 10 children; from Maui Messrs Richards & Green & their families & Messrs. Andrews & Dibble 8 adults & 10 children ~ In all came down passengers 18 adults & 20 children. The above are accommodated as follows: Mr. Lyons & family with Mr. Gulick in the vacated house of Dr. Judd; Messrs. Bishop & Baldwin with Mr. Bingham Mr. Forbes with us. Mr. Richards & Mr. Green take care of themselves. Thursday June 4, 1834 [1835]. General meeting organised and business commenced. Saturday 7. The Hellespont arrived 6 mo. from Boston with a sixth reenforcement consisting of the following Rev. Mr. Coan & wife, Mr. Dimond & wife, book binder, Mr. Hall & wife printer and two single ladies Miss Brown & Miss Hitchcock. All came on shore and are lodged as follows: Mr. & Mrs. Hall & • Miss Brown with us, Miss Hitchcock at Dr. Judds., Mr. eoan & wife & Mr. Dimond and wife at Mr. Binghams. The Hellespont brings a large shipment of various articles for the mission. Sabbath Jun~ 7 1835. The Lord's supper was administered a larger number of communicants than ever partook before at this place thCit I recollect to have witnessed at one time. Many from other islands being at this place. Monday June 8th. As business of a secular kind is pressing I am obliged to deprive myself the pleasure of being present at the sessions of the Gen. Meetg. The Hellespont still remains outside. Tuesday June 9th. The Hellespont was warped into the harbor this morning. The landing of our goods will commence tomorrow. Wednesday 10th. The business of landing our supplies is going on at the vesseL Mr. Rogers has been • kind enough to volunteer his services to take acct. of the goods as they are landed. I have employed 10 natives to work in getting up the goods. I find full employment at the house in receivg. the supplies as they are hauled up & in storing them. 14 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Monday June 15th 1835. The natives in my employ were required by the Luna hana to stop working unless their pay were doubled. I was obliged therefore to offer the men two yards of cloth per day instead of • one, the quantity I had previously given, and with which they had appeared well satisfied. Tuesday June 23rd. I have now finished drawing up all the supplies from the ship together with a quantity of lumber sometime ago purchased of Mr. French. Our lumber on hand now amounts to upwards of 60,000 feet not including clapboards & lath, ~ of the former I have two thousand, and of the latter 40,000. Thursday July 2nd 1835. The brethren & families of Kauai left today in the Paalua which was despatched by Kinau on purpose to return them to their station. Mr. Bishop & family & Messrs. Smith & Lyons took passage for a short visit expecting to return in the vessel on her return. Friday July 3rd 1835. We employ the Velocity again to carry the families of the windward stations home. I have been sending down supplies today for Hilo & Wailuku. It is not expected that the families of Kona, Hawaii will go in the Velocity. The Missionary Packet now fitting out for the Soc. Islds. to go after the effects of the brethren who went to the Washington islands will employed to carry the remaining families to their stations when she is ready to proceed on her voyage as it will not be much out of her way. • Saturday 4th. American Independence was noticed by the American residents not with noise ~ no guns being fired but by a dinner to which several of the mission family were invited and the invitation accepted by seven of our number. I have been employed in sending down supplies for Wailuku & Hilo to go on board the Velocity. Monday 6th. A very busy day in getting off several of the windward families ~ The residue of their supplies were sent down and the personal baggage sent on board. At about 6 o'ck the vessel under the command of Capt. Sullivan left the harbour having on board Mr. Clark & family, Mr. Green & family, Mr. Armstrong & family Mr. Coan & wife, Messrs. Andrews, Dibble & Rogers, also Miss Brown & Miss Hitchcock. The destination of the vessel is first to Lahaina, thence to Wailuku and afterward to Hilo. Miss Brown is to be connected with the station at Wailuku and will be more particularly connected with the family ofMr. Armstrong who is located at Wailuku with Mr. Green. Mr. Coan is designated for Hilo and goes on to be associated with Mr. Lyman. Mr. Goodrich has been invited to come down in the Velocity with his family ~ not only that his family may be with the physician • in a time of expected trial but that he may avail himself of,the first suitable opportunity that may offer for leaving for America. Wednesday July 8th 1835. The Velocity was seen today near the harbor. The wind & current has been 15 �LEVI VOLUME 19 so strong against her that she has made no progress. Mr. Brinsmade went off and boarded her. The families had mostly recovered from their sea sickness. • Thursday July 9th 1835. The Schooner Victoria, Cap. Henry Paty arrived from Valparaiso and brought a quantity of freight for the mission. The articles were originally shipped on the Brig Hardy of Boston, commanded by Cap. Blackler and it was expected the Hardy would meet the Hellespont on the coast, and that the goods would be reshipped for these islands in the Hellespont. Friday 10th. Our goods by the Victoria were landed and our cart was sent down and the goods drawn up. Tuesday July 14th. The Unity sailed for Lahaina & carried Mr. Richards & family & Mrs. Baldwin & family. The Packet sailed for the Soc. Islands. Mr. Baldwin passenger ~ She goes in part on our business to bring the effects of Messrs. Alexander, Armstrong & Parker, & partly on business of Ladd & Co. We are to give Four hundred dollars. Honolulu, July 20th ~ Monday ~ 1835. • Having made an arrangement with Mr. French for the conveyance of the families of West Hawaii to - their stations together with their baggage and supplies and also lumber and supplies for Maui, on board the Brig Lady Wrangell for the sum of three hundred dollars this afternoon at about half past 3 o'ck they set sail to stop first at Lahaina, next at Kawaihae to land Mr. Lyons & his building materials, next to Kailua or Kaawaloa. The families left our houses at 10 o'ck expecting the vessel would immediately sail; but for certain reasons she did not get off till past 3 o'ck. July 21. Quarterly Examination of schools of Honolulu. Wednesday 22. This is the regular time for the examination of the schools ofWaikiki but it has been deferred till next Wednesday in order that the people may avail themselves of the privilege of taking fish in the waters between this place and Ewa. The common people I have been informed are allowed by custom to assemble at certain times to take fish freely ~ This is a privilege of which all wish to avail themselves; I • - do not know of how long a standing the custom is; but certainly from Kamehameha's time as I learn that he used to go with others on such occasions to fish . Honolulu, July 27th 1835. Monday. Dr. Judd received a letter from Mr. Smith yesterday informing his of a very surprising case of a man who being engaged in fishing had been pierced dangerously by a sword fish. 16 �LEVI VOLUME 19 The animal darted at him as he stood by his canoe about to set his net and thrust his bill into his neck which passing under his colar bone entered his windpipe & cut it off. It is said this fish has been known • before to spring out of water & jeopard those that are in its way. I have not however heard it mentioned that any person was ever before killed in this way ~ Dr. Judd on his way to Ewa in a canoe recently was cautioned to be aware of this animaL Tuesday 28th. Mr. Smith arrived from Ewa and has given some more particulars concerning the man who was wounded by the fish and who died in about 10 hours after he was hurt. He and some others had been employed on Saturday by Mr. Smith to work for him ~ At evening the man proposed to some of his neighbors to go a fishing and they consented. Having got ready they proceeded to the place where they were to fish. Here they waited some time for the appearance of the fish ~ when they began to jump they went out ~ Looking into the water which was shallow one said Here is a large fish let us get out & spread the net. The man before mentioned said I am afraid of the fish ~ knowing it was a sword fish ~ he however got out ~ but almost immediately the fish made a pass with his long bill and pierced him in the manner stated. He cried out Ua ku i ka ia ~ and dropped all ~ his companions took him up and set out to return. They sent a messenger to Mr. Smith to apprise him of the condition of the man. It was with some difficulty • they got him home. When Mr. Smith got to him he found him in a sad state ~ he sowed up the wound in order to' secure the wind pipe ~ and attempted to b1ead him but not with success. He despatched a messenger to this place to inform Dr. Judd. All effort however to relieve the man proved vain. His neck began to swell and the fleshy parts to distend and this continued filling him with great distress, until he died. Mr. Smith has been selecting lumber for his station both for the finishing of his own house and for doors, windpw~ &c. for the meeting house about to be erected at that station. Wednesday July 291835. Went to Waikiki to examine schools. Those who came out to this examination amounted to 1,030. The increase is owing it is said to the exertion of the teachers ~ the members of the church of this station, who about the time of the meetings during our sessions here went out to stir up the people to attend to schools & to attend to religion. It is not known that the chiefs made any exertions to get the people back any farther than by the • publishing & executing of their laws. I understood however that drinking persons are liable to be punished. Friday July 31st 1835. The Lady Wrangell & Velocity were both in sight early this morning the former having been employed to carry the families of West Hawaii to their stations the latter to carry families to 17 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Maui & Hilo. The Velocity left this port on the 6th and the Lady Wrangell on the 20th. Saturday Augt. 1st. The Velocity got into the harbor this morning and her charter which commenced • on the third ulto ceases. Our use of her amounts to 28 days. Saturday August 22 1835. The Schooner Minerva arrived from Kauai and brought letters from the brethren. The last dates were the 13th inst. Mrs. Whitney was very sick and her life thought to be in danger. Medical assistance seemed to be very much needed. Mr. Alexander, who was at Waimea with his family, thought that a physician should be sent with delay at the expense of chartering a vessel. We have made up our minds to send a vessel. I called upon Cap. Grimes having heard that he was about sendg. his Schr. Flibberty Jibbet to Kauai hoping by offering him a compensation to prevail upon him to send her off immediately and to send in her a physician. I found he was not going to send her on his own accountj but would let her go on our account we paying him $10 pr. day. Hoping to obtain the Paalua at a lower price and to get her away sooner than the Flibberty Jibbett, Dr. Judd rode down to Moanalua where Kinau is now staying to see her upon the subject. Dr. J. consulted her, but found he could not obtain the vessel. Whereupon we decided to employ the Flibberty J. and to get her off to morrow and to send down Dr. Thomas who is willing to go • ~ Wednesday Augt. 26 1835. The Griffon, Cap. Little sailed for Hawaii and was accompanied by his lady ~ the former Miss Wood to whom he was married last week Wednesday. We sent several bundles by him. The Pupuka sailed also for Lahaina but was in danger of sinking and turned back. The Velocity arrived this morning from Kawaihae. Brought letters from Waimea and Hilo. Was abused this afternoon in the store of Ladd & Co. by the English ConsuL The cause of the abuse was an article in ~e Herald for the year 1831 containing an account of the return of the Becket. The paragraph as follows; "The natives who survived speak of the conduct of some of the foreigners towards the sufferers as barbarous in the extreme, but they endeavor to justify themselves." This the Consul says is a viUanous falsehood and known to be so by the writer. Sabbath Augt. 301835. A service was conducted at noon at the house of the King. The proposition of the meeting was made at the instance of Kinau, who had recently come up from Moanalua, to attend upon the king in consequence of indisposition. • Tuesday Septr. 1st. The Hooikaika sailed for Lahaina. I sent a few articles and letters to the brethren. The vessel is dispatched by Hoapili to bring down the Princess on account of the kings illness. Friday Sep. 4. The Velocity sailed for KauaL I sent a few boards 3000 lath and 450 clapboards & a few 18 �LEVI VOLUME 19 other artiCles. Saturday 5th. The Hooikaika arrived from Maui with the Princess who else I have not yet learned. • Since writing the above I learn that Leleohoku & Hoapiliwahine are the attendants of the Princess. Monday Sep. 7 1835. The Diana Cap. Carter arrived from Canton. Flags half mast announced the death of Cap. Ebbetts which took place on the passage. This evening the birth of twin children took place to Mrs. Judd ~ a son & a daughter. Friday Sep. 11th 1835. The Flibberty Jibbett arrived from Kauai having been absent from here 19 days. Her passage from Kauai amounted to 13 days, having been detained by calms & currents. Dr. Thomas brings word that he left Mrs. W. much better and in a fair way to recovery. Two whaling ships arrived ~ One of them the Com Rogers is full to sail for the U.S. in a few days. The Convoy arrived. Saturday 12. The Schooner ofMamaki as it is called sailed of Maui & Hawaii. I sent letters and a little freight. By this opportunity Mr. Bingham sent a few sheets of John which he has reviewed. The vessel, I believe, is going to Kawaihae. Mr. Reynolds has requested us to bring the Nautical almanac for the year 1836. The printing com. met • and decided to print it. Tuesday Septr. 15th 1835. A man by the name of Palmer has been killed today, at a house somewhere in the rear of Honolulu. The circumstance as related are these. The Second mate of the Brig Diana wished to flog one of the sailors connected with that vessel and for this purpose employed the two Lewis boys, as they are called, sons of a foreigner by a native woman, to have a row, & fight him. This was affected but how it was brought about I did not learn. The man it seems flogged both of them ~ probably one at a time: ~ after which both of them fell upon him at once. Palmer interfered. ~ At this one of the Lewis boys wished to know why he interfered ~ that it was no business of his ~ Palmer said he had a right to interpose when two men were upon one. The Lewis boy then aimed a blow at his side which felled Palmer ~ and after he had fallen struck him another blow under the ear. P.never moved or breathed after the first blow. The sailor who was the occasion of the quarrel is said to be the same man who was on board the Ship Stonnington several years ago & who • while lying at anchor in the roadstead killed a ship mate by a blow with a knife. He was then tryed but the circumstances were such that nothing could be done with him here. He left, I believe, the vessel at that time. 19 �LEVI VOLUME 19 Palmer was a resident of this place who has a family & has been here a considerable number of years. Wednesday Septr. 16 1835. The Hooikaika sailed for Lahaina and is to proceed thence to Hilo. I sent • some things for both places. Monday Septr. 21st. Last night the Missionary Packet came to anchor in the roads. This morning she came into the harbor and we reed. letters from Mr. Baldwin. The Packet made her passage from here to Tahiti in 31 days staid at that island 11 days ~ went to Huahine layoff and on there 1 1/2 days and made her passage thence to this port in 22 days. She was absent 58 days in all. On Saturday night the Pt. anchored in Lahaina roads, and landed Mr. Baldwin & effects and got away again same night. The man slayer had his trial to day. I understand that the jury was composed of twelve foreigners & twelve natives ~ or rather of two juries of equal numbers. Both, after hearing the witnesses, agreed in the verdict of Man Slaughter; which crime is by law punishable by four years imprisonment, but may be commuted by paying two hundred dollars in money. A party at the house of Cap.Little:~ a Wedding party, to which were invited all the'missionaries at this • station; & it was attended by all that were in health; two only not being able to go. Every thing in fine style of fashion and it was a very pleasant party as the world would call it. Of course there was no religion connected with it. The mission families took leave about 10 o'ck. Wednesday Sep. 23rd 1835. This afternoon Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. Mr. Spaulding returned from Ewa: he went down yesterday with Mr. Smith. Mr. Smith came up on Monday. The Missionary Packet sailed for Kauai: her destination is Koloa. I sent letters and a few supplies. Mr. Dimond sent the Kumu and other native publications. One of our native women went down in the Packet. Thursday Septr. 24th 1834. Had company at our house this evening, Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Mr. & Mrs. Ladd, Cap. Spooner, & Dr. Thomas: of our own company Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Mr. & Mrs. Dimond & Mr. Emerson. After tea Mr. & Mrs. Smith (C.R.) called in. They & Mr. & Mrs. Brinsmade, Mr. & Mrs. Carter & Mr. Peck were invited to tea. The company dispersed just after the clock had struck 9. Friday Septr. 25 1835. Mr. Emerson returned to Waialua. Saturday 26th. Dr. Chapin and family arrived from Maui on board the ship Adaline. Cap. Buckley. I hired Mr. Navarro's boat which at one load brought on shore all the baggage of Dr. Chapin amounting 20 �LEVI VOLUME 19 to about 3 loads including fowls, ducks, potatoes, Maias &c. for our ox cart. Every thing was drawn up and stored in the cellar. They are accommodated at the house of Mr. Tinker. Tuesday Septr. 29th 1835. Mr. Spaulding & family took passage with Hoapiliwahine on board the Paalua for Lahaina. The health of Mrs. S. is a little more comfortable than when she came down; but she is still very feeble. She was carried down by natives in a settee & in this manner put into the boat which took her on board the vesseL Friday October 16, 1835. This day Mr. Bingham & family set out for Kaneohe. Took Warren Fay with them as far as the place where Dr. Judd & family are at present residing at Nuuanu. Hear that Mrs. Parker was confined. Dr. Judd only present. She has a second son. [According to IU"lCS records, it was a daughter, Mary Safford Parker] Monday Octr 19. Examination at this place. Dr. J. brot down Warren Fay. Wednesday 21. I walked to Waikiki in company with Mr. Hall to examine the Schools at that district. Found the number of scholars small, the majority of them having been called away to work at the salt lake. • A heavy shower came on as we were returning & we obtained shelter in the house of Mr. Walker a cold man. Sabbath 25. Dr. Judd brought forwd. his twins and offered them by baptism. Tuesday 27. The Rasselas sailed for Maui & Hawaii. Dr. Judd took passage for the purpose of visiting Hilo to attend upon the case of Mrs. Lyman. Thursday 29: The Griffon sailed for the Coast. Friday 30.Mr. Bingham & family returned form Koolau having been absent a fortnight. The Velocity Messrs. Ladd & Co.s Brig sailed for Valparaiso . • 21 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/5c6f129db74f8f7d2f185f672ac4e181.pdf 44a167ce0b0a700f97a99fe8139c62c2 PDF Text Text INSERT No.5 THIS IS A REPRODUCTION OF AN UNPUBUSHED MANUSCRIPT FOR REFERENCE AND STUDY 0 I NOT TO BE MY REPRODUCED IN ANY "0;0. Y WITHOUT WRITTEN PEilNdSSION ~.; THE COPYRIGHT OViNER Trip to Maui and Molokai, [Nov.27] to Dec.4~1834 by Levi Chamberlain [Note! The beginning of this journal, Nov.25-27, 1834, is See entry in main journal for Dec.4,1834, v.19, p.7] missi~g. shipping in the roads of which there was something of a fleet. Had it not been for this we might before morning have got up to the anchorage. But the Captain being afraid of running foul of the shipping thought it best to lie to. In about an hour after leaving the Scbr. I was at Mr. Richards door, whose ( fami~y & him- self I found at the breakfast table, to which I was immediately welcomed. After breakfast & prayer & some time spent in conversation I w~nt to Dr Chapins & looked at his house. I alio looked at Mr. Spauldings house which is nearer Mr. Richard's the Reading Rooms. I dined at Mr. Richards & soon after dinner I started to go up the hill but meeting Ivrr Andrews I returned with him in order to have some conversation in company with Mr. R. on the subject of ·salaries. Soon after we had got to the house of Mr. R. we were joined by Mr Clark from the hill.--We talked some time on the subject of salaries--and by this time supper was brought on, to which we all sat down--after this was over, Mr. Andrews, Clark & myself set off for Lahainaluna & about dark reached the High School establishment. Found the Sisters & all at the station well. Spent the night at Mr Clark's--did not retire to rest till after the clock had struck 12.---Friday Novr. 28th 1834. Took breakfast at Mr Claork f s-after breakfast went abroad to view the buildings, printing office, school house, scite [sic] for the new bUildings, Mr Clarks houses �-2- if-"'i. took dinner at j\!r Andrews .--The day was observed by the stations as a fast though not in respect to mysel:( very strictly. At one olck the fainilies met at the house of' rIIr,A. for prayer & conference & at 2 01ck or a little after we set out for the village. --A meeting of the fami lies' was held. at the house of Mr.R. --the infant child of liIr "Spaulding was baptised by the name of. 2~ the Sacrament of the LordI s .supper celebrated. Cornelius Ogden Saturday Novr. 29 1834. The Packet sailed for O~~u. I \'irote a note by her to t:rs. C. & told her that as the Hooikaika Vias to sail on Monday morng .. for r.lolokai g~ the~c'e to O~~u I had concludec. to take passase. in her, 2: th&.t I mi;;:ht be, at 'horue on Tuesday or Wednesda7· ;IJent UD the hill CLown this morng. a~.!;ain accorJ9&nied by Hr. Dibble who had corue Had Ii1U:;h conversation with L'le brethren on the su'8ject 0:[' the buildi::lgs for the nigh Schl:--Tcol: dinil.er at f-.Ir, Dibbles in comy~ (s:.c] "\'Ii t~l I.tr, ~~ Ers. Clark .'--'.1rote a, letter to i.3etvreen 3 C~ four ock set out side. --;iient ,to the Readi::l:; ROOi:1S w~th r.:r Clark ror the water with l":r .. Ricl:.ar:-:: sand &fter1,Y&rds went vri th hil!1 in company i';i th Cap. Sherman on beL -:h8 iCin2:s ton to ( lock at SOlTIe cr09kery. I bousht 2. fevl things ~; returned--Before we left the ship it began to !'2.in ,.. i t night c; continuec~ to rain till during the evening.-- Sabba th Novr. 1834. Pleasant today. .Attended native Service both parts of the day preaching by Er;R:'chards. witb. L-y.Chapin. Dined vVent \7ith l'.Ir.R . . at 2 olck to the Sabbath School. In the evening went on board the 1(Vhaling Ship Ca;:nbri~" Capt. Crocker" in company with Er Syaulding' to attelld religious worship. �-3- Five Capts,present--meeting in the cabin, only a few Se&men . I present) many Vlould have been present had service been..:.on deck.-. ReturninG in the boat ene of the sai;Lors indulged himself in profane language J which he uttered in contempt g; for insult; but to which we paid no attention. Monday DecI' 1) 1834. good ~.~ ..Hooikaika At a quarter past 8 olck A. ~I.--bade· to our friend.s at Lahaina c·; '[Tent on board the to stop at liIoloks.i & tnence to proceed to Oa..1-).u. The Hooikaika takes down tb,e Chinamen) who have been tr2.dint; at La...(l2.ina for ~.~r~ :?rench 8·; with then all their effects. --It is j:'or woed treat they are to stop at },lolol:::ai. -in passin; between the islan~3 and at ~ Et::.ci a pleasant bI'eeze past 11 o'ck anchd.at :Molokai in the neighborhood of Kalaua...1J.a(~i<D. ~u.t a little dis- tance from the landin.'; I was YJ.et by Mr. Hi tchcock and by hin conducted to the nission house '[{here I was welcomed by Ers. H. who' soon prep·ared a cup of coffee and cakes v~lhic:n 1;7ere very acceptable. Towfirds even:.i:ng the monthly concert was observed. pers ons as se2bled Vl~:.om }':~r .. E. adc.res sed c; 60 or ElOre s..fte:c'-wG.rG.s invi ted me to adcLress. (turn over three leaves.) Tuesday Decr. 2 1334. Just about the dmv:":_ of day the blew to arouse the people to early prayer r:leetin-:;. ~~orn 3ei'ore it was light enough to see to read in the house 100 to 160 persons had assemb1ed whon f.~r. H. ",-et for prayer &: readin,; the scriptures. Two prayers we::e offered, a hYInn sung & a i'e'll verses of scripture read and explained. missed. A l:i..ttle after sun rise the meeting vilas dis- After breakfast I visited the school of children and aided Mr.H. in laying out the foundation of a new school house 50 feet by 26 in the clear. The walls to be of Stone laid u'o in mud work �-4- to be done by the natives. The Chinaman for whom the Schooner came to this place has been trading today for potatoes 7 but they o~?) will' not be carried Weili~esday L"f\, season to admit of sailing. Decr. 3rd. 1834. wi th iYIr. Hi tchcock. Attended the morning prayer meeting The number of persons present Mr. H. sup)osed to be about 150.-As the vessel is to sail towa~ds evening I made an arrangement with the chief to furnish a canoe to carry me off.--Attended the ~ n ] [ ~Q.. ,,{,---c"t, afternoon meeting and then set out for the Awa 'about a mile & ~ a half attended by IvIr E:. --when I a'rri ved there f01. UlCc . no arrangement for a canoe brou;ht. ~ was obliged to wait sometime for one to After some trouble about the canoe one W2.S t~ at length brought and I bid bro. H. farewell G: Vlent on board the, Sch:'C which very shortly was got under way 8.-1'1d directed towards Ca.c"'lu.-Thursday Decr 4 At Day lisht vre were off Honolulu and 1834 as soon as it was li.;ht enou:,;:c. to see the entrance the Schooner was pointed in. The second tack Vie made in the harbor the Schooner struck on the r:md and it G'ot off. --Between? G c; 8' 0 I 1N5.S some ti:.:e before she was ck I reached hone [Memoranda. in s'ame notebook:] Soap & coffee for Mrs. Dibble. c; fOUIld all wel,l.-- Mr. Dibble wants child- rens Shoes for Mrs. Dibble. Send Mr. Dibble the Shee-ts of Mat.&c. as they come from the press.1 I Hovey wants a good hammer. Charge 2 bls. flour to Lahainaluna & 1 bl. to Lahaina. Mr. Andrews wants a folder. High School. Ask Mr. R. for folder from �-5- A go'od penknife for Mr. Andrews J also one for Mrs. Clark and Dibble. G.A.A.S. 6 pr large glass lamps S II sm. 1/10 cts l?) 2 night lamps 3 cts 1! ] Hoapili has dld. to Mr. Richards $100 in cash which he wishes laid out in cotton·cloth principally This money I ~ se~t up to him. shall leave in Mr. Rls hands, one half for the Lahainaluna & one half for Lahaina Station. . ----- Credi t Lahaina 1 pro Pants DId. Nalaau 75 cts n Jacket for Mr. Emerson 1 .. 75 Mr. Hitchcock wants letter paper J see ~f he had his division ••• also a grindstone, he has a worn 9ne which he will probably e~change. LathJ wants it-manufactured at Honolulu. 100 KumuHawaii Ninau hoi·ke Samuels Romans Ka pi a pa kamalii [child T s ABC and ka pi a pa maoli tforeign ABOl 3 tin pans .probably more boards J ZOO feet or more J A pair of nippers f.or Mr. E. if any. [pote:The pages of this little notebook are still held togethe~ by an oldfashioned pin which shows no rust.:J .END OF INSERT No.5 � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0019 and Insert - 1834.11.27 - 1835.10.30 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1834.11.27 - 1835.10.30 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/3060e87595b9551e5fa6129c9f54d5ac.pdf c78b91672545c61b3e18798c028a08f5 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 20 Volume XX • October 31. 1835 ~ November 10,1836 • Saturday October 31st 1835. Mr. Tinker having proposed an exchange with Mr. Smith for the ensuing Sabbath, rode to Ewa this afternoon. Mr. Smith arrived at this place just at evening. The Schr. Flibbety Jibbet sailed for Maui this afternoon. I sent letters & some freight. Monday Novr. 2 1835. Mailou called this forenoon to collect taxes which have been assessed upon us. I put him off saying I was not clear as to the propriety of our paying a tax for our bodies. As it respected the natives of our families it might perhaps be right for us to pay; but was not prepared to pay now. The Packet sailed for Kawaihae. Tuesday Novr. 3. Mr.. Bingham having been applied to to translate a communication from Consul Charlton to the Sand. Islds. Govt. performed the duty and carried the document to the King. During the interview, in the presence of Kinau & Kekuanaoa Mr. B. introduced the subject of our being taxed to His Majesty. The King seemed to perceive that there would be a propriety in our being freed from the taxes imposed upon other foreigners; but feared if we were exempted, that he should be obliged to release all :. other foreigners. It was pretty much determined however that the King & Kinau would pay the tax for us. The tax imposed upon the natives of the family we have concluded to pay. The natives may justly pay taxes. And as the govt. derive no advantage from them as from other natives ~ there may be a propriety in our paying taxes for ,them. Thursday Novr. 5 1835. Several whale ships arrived one of which touched at Maui, and brought letters from the brethren. The Rasselas went directly from this place to Kawaihae. Dr. Judd writes from Waimea and states that he had a pleasant passage in the Rasselas of 66 hours. Heard an account from Cap. Frederick Swain of the Susan of a most flagrant act committed on his ship by a black man. The ship was discovered to be on fire, the situation and extent of which could not be perceived, but was supposed to be between decks & to an alarming extent. Another vessel was in company ~ All hands were called on deck or rather came voluntarily and the hatches were closed and every part of the vessel by which air could communicate with the fire was secured ~ In consequence of these precautions • & by entering the hose of an engine through the deck near the fore mast and throwing water all around the mast the progress of the flames was arrested and finally the fire was extinguished or rather smothered. The fire having been extinguished and quietness restored the Cap. made search for the origin of the fire and his 1 �LEVI VOLUME 20 investigations led to the discovery of the author of this most flagrant act of mischief. '. Friday Novr. 6th 1835. Reed. from on board the Beaver 10 large boxes and the contents of three more being part of the effects of Messrs. Alexander, A. & Parker. All these were shipped in March from Hauhine and are brought free of freight by Cap. Gardner. The Mentor who took the same bulk of goods, we learn is at Lahaina. The Beaver, had a narrow escape from being wrecked in long. about 168 W. About daylight in the momg. the ship going at the rate of 7 miles an hour the man at mast head discovered breakers directly ahead. They had only time to put the helm down. ; Being all in confusion and the blocks of one of the important sails getting entangled destruction seemed to be inevitable. But as a good providence would have it the vessel eventually got round so as to take the wind and so got away. All hands astonished & overjoyed; but most of them soon forgetting the escape. Monday Novr. 9. reed. from on board the Mentor Cap. Rice, which arrived yesterday at this port from Lahaina, various boxes & barrels belonging to the brethren of the Washington island mission. Friday Novr. 13, 1835. Mr. Parker arrived this morning from Kaneohe. His object in coming over was to select the articles belong to him recently reed. from the Soc.y Islands pro Ships Beaver & Mentor. Having :. accomplished his business he set out on his return in season to reach home by dark. The Barque Ganymede, a vessel belonging to the Hon. Hudson Bay Com.y came to anchor this morning. Soon after her arrival we had the pleasure of being introduced to Mr. Lee; missionary of the Methodist Missionary Soc. established in the Oregon Territory near the H.B. Cos. Settlement, who has come to these islands for the improvement of his health. We have invited him to abide with us while he may continue at the islands. Those of the families who were at liberty came together at the house of Mr. Bingham, where we sang a hymn and united in prayer with the stranger. The Packet sailed for Lahaina & Kawaihae. I did not know of the purpose of her stopping at Lahaina till afternoon. And I was obliged to labor excessively to get off the things I wanted to send. We had a considerable consultation on the subject of Mr. Bingham's going to KauaL It was concluded that he should go, if an opportunity should offer as soon as Monday or after that time. Sabbath Novr. 15 1835. Mr. Tinker preached in the Seamens Chapel in the evening from I Tim. IV: 1 • to 5 verso The house was full and the sermon was listened to with great attention. He preached against some of the popular vices of the place. ; not all, as he did not touch gambling. But lewdness & intemperance shared his animadversions in full volley. Mr. 1: has been some what popular of late. The text 2 �LEVI VOLUME 20 "Every creature of God is good and nothing to be refused" was given him some time ago by Mrs. Little, to preach from. He took up the subject in its connection; and this afforded him much scope and the • expectation of the audience an opportunity of lifting up his voice; which he did so as to be heard, and to clear himself from the blood of their souls ~ should any of the audience perish through the sins which he denounced. Wednesday Novr. 18. Cap. Brayton arrived today from Lahaina and brought letters from the brethren. He has procured us a good quantity of fish 11 barrels; two of which are for Mr. DielL He has also made Mr. Green a very good turning lath; the iron for which I furnished last spring. The moral and religious influence which Cap. Brayton exerts is such as we could wish that all masters of vessels would exert. When all shall do all the good they are able then shall a different state of things exist in the islands of the sea, on the coasts and ont he Continents. Friday Novr. 20th 1834. The vessels which came down from Maui brought a hand bill printed at the High School press containing a petition signed by all the Captains in port 18 in number stating that the Schr. Flibberty Jibbet had come from Oahu having rum on board with which their seamen were beginning ie to be intoxicated ~ and requesting the Governor to interpose. It states that the Gov. on the morning of the 18th sent forth a crier prohibiting all the natives henceforth from trading with the Flibberty Jibbet until the captain has paid damges. The Schr. was ordered away the night before. There have been some temperance movements here today not only among the natives but among some of the ship masters. A meeting of the natives was convened yesterday and a petition to give their names, and this petition afterwards to be presented to the King. I unclerstand that the steps wh. the ship masters took stirred up the English Consul and awakened his ire. He denounceq their movements as underhanded and declard. he would do all he could to prevent them having any effect. Saturday Novr. 21st 1835. Mr. Bingham & Mrs. Hall set sail this evening with Cap. Brayton for KauaL Monday Novr. 23rd. The Rasselas arrived from the windward having on board Mr. Rogers who has been on a visit to Hawaii and Mr. Goodrich & family consisting of his wife & five children, who have come down to seek a passage to the U.S. 24th. The ship Awashunks, of Falmouth arrived. Her captain, first & second mate and four of her crew were massacred by the natives of Barings island. One of her crew died on the passage here, one is badly wounded three others during the affray jumped overboard and it is probably were slain by the natives in the 3 �LEVI VOLUME 20 canoes. Thus eleven of the ships company are gone & the twelfth suffering from the wounds which he recd. on the occasion. • Wednesday 25. Mr. Parker & family & Mr. Emerson & family arrived to day. Friday 27th. Dr. Chapin & family embarked to day in the ship Mariner, Cap. Coleman for their native land. The Cap. takes them for the moderate sum of $100. They finding their own provisions. The wind blow'g briskly from the land the vessel will not get under way till the morning. Mr. Starbuck formerly mate of the Diana, who is out of health, takes passage in the same vessel. Mrs. Johnstone wished to secure a passage; but failed. Sabbath Novr. 29 1835. The Paalua which sailed last Monday for Kauai returned this morning & brought Mr. Bingham & Mrs. HalL Mrs. Whitney's health is considerably improved & Mrs. Gulick was confined with her 5th son 18th inst. and was doing well. Tuesday Decr. 1st 1835. The Packet sailed for Kawaihae. I sent $200 by the hand of Mr. Gilbert for Mr. I. Lyons, also a bale of Cotton & a few other articles. The Consul has decided to send home the ship Awashunks and has appointed Cap. Proctor master. We hope this vessel will afford a good conveyance for Mr. Goodrich & family. Wednesday Decr. 2. The Hooikaika sailed for Lahaina. Mr. Rogers took passage by whom I forwarded $300 cash for the High School. Mr. Emerson & family returned to Waialua. Friday Decr. 4th. Mr. Parker & family retd to Koolau. This evening preparatory lecture at the house of Mr. Tinker ~ Sermon by Mr. Lee. Saturday 5. We have decided that Mr. Goodrich & family take passage in the Awashunks ~ We find provision & pay $500 for passage. An auction for selling various articles belonging to the ship mostly redundant provisions. Sabbath Decr. 6 1835. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered in the native chh. this afternoon. A gentn. by the name of Meredith Gairdner M.D. was admitted to partake of the communion on the profession of his faith in Christ. He is from Scotland: His Parents of the Scotch cbl-l1..lrch & he of • that Communion tho. he had never been confirmed. This act of his here is viewed in the light of Confirmation. This is his wish as I understand. He is out of health, and is recently from Columbia River from the Hon. Hudsons Bay Establishmt. of which he was physician. He is a man of science and polished 4 �LEVI VOLUME 20 manners. Saturday 12. Mr. & Mrs. Diell and Mr.& Mrs. Dimond took passage in the Beaver for Lahaina. Cap. • Jared Gardner who commands this vessel was kind enough to make business to Lahaina for the purpose of carrying up Mr. Diell & family. Mrs. D. being considerably out of health. Mr. Tinker & Mr. Lee went over to Kaneohe and Mr. Parker has come over here to supply Mr. Diell's pulpit tomorrow. Monday 14. The Packet arrived from Hawaii and we were disappointed in Dr. Judd's not returning in her. He had probably left Hilo for Kona before the notice reached Hilo of the arrival of the Packet at Kaawaihae and of her intended stop at Laupahoehoe. Mrs. Lyman was confined on the 26th of Novr. Tuesday Deer. 151835. Davida Kamehameha the eldest son of Kinau adopted by Kaahumanu & bequeathed to Auhea died this morning. He has been sick about 10 days with fever. He was a child greatly cherished and his early death is a very great affliction. The Packet sailed this evening for Kauai ~ Wind blowing strong from the sea ~ much rain yesterday & last night considerable mud fence & several mud houses have been prostrated. Friday Deer. 18. The funeral ofMr. Young was attended this afternoon from the house of Dr. Rooke. He • was buried with military honors & his funeral was attended by numerous concourse of people. The procession formed and proceeded to the meeting house where prayers were offered and an address both in native & Eng. delivered by Mr. Bingham ~ The theme of the address was from the Ninetieth Ps. "The days of our years are three score years and ten and if by reason of strength they be four score years yet is their strength labor & sorrow ~ So teach us to number our days that we may apply our hearts to wisdom." Mr. Young was 93 years of age and forty seven of these have been spent at the Sandwich Islands. He has always been friendly to the missionaries and he has seemed to rejoice in the success of the missionary cause in the islands. His wife & one of his daughters are members of the S.1. church and two of his sons in law. His remains were deposited in the enclosure of the Royal Cemetery. Saturday Deer. 19 1835. The remains of Davida Kamehameha were deposited with military honors in the royal Cemetery. The procession was formed at the house of Auhea lead by the Kings guards with marshal music. The missionaries ~ or rather Mr. Bingham & myself the only missionaries present • immediately followed the music ~ Dr. Rooke & Peabody followed and the other foreigners. The King & the Eng. & Am. Consuls walked immediately before the coffin & the relatives immediately after & were followed by a long procession of females dressed in blacked walking two & two. 5 �LEVI VOLUME 20 The procession walked to the native chaple where a service was conducted by Mr. Bingham ~ Sermon in Hawaiian & English from 12 EccL IV "Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth while the . evi ldays come not." '. Tuesday Decr. 22nd 1835. The Packet arrived from Kauai this morning and brought up Mr. Hooper. This afternoon the Hooikaika set out for Kauai. She goes after the young Chief Moses & Kaikioewa. The Flibberty Jibbet left for Lahaina. I sent freight ~ a little. The King visited Mr. Bingham this afternoon and called in to see the printing presses. Hoapili also came in. Wednesday 23. The Paalua sailed for Kailua. We expect her to bring down Dr. Judd. Friday 25. A service to day in the Chapel sermon by Mr. Lee ~ being Christmas day Mrs. Chamberlain and family visited at Mr. Ladds took dinner & supper there. Friend Wheeler & son Quakers arrived in a Ketch from the Soc. They have been three yrs. from Eng. on a visit to Vandiemans land Soc. & other islands ~ a benevolent enterprise for doing good. He bore a letter of introduction from Mr. Ellis. Paki's Schr. arrived from Hawaii. • Sabbath 27. Friend Wheeler addressed the native congregation. Monday Decr. 28th 1835. This morning the Schooner Flibberty Jibbet arrived from Lahaina; in which Mr. Diell & Mr. & Mrs. Dimond came down. They left on Friday. Learn that the rain did some damage to the mud walls on the hilL Mr. Andrews house fell davvn. The family was in it at the time the walls gave way but no one was injured. He has moved into his new house. The Hooikaika arrived from Kauai yesterday and brought up Kaikioewa & Moses ~ Debora also came up. The Packet sailed for Kauai this afternoon. I had time only to send down the things which were in readiness ~ and Mr. Dimond to send books. Wednesday 30th. An auction to day at the house of Mr. Brinsmade for the sale of kitchen & houshold furniture & books in pursuance of the purpose of Mrs. B.s departure for the U.States. Thursday 21. The Flibberty Jibbet sailed for Kauai to day by which I sent letters & a box of glass. • Friday Jan.y 1st 1836. The Schr. Paalua arrived this afternoon from Hawaii and we had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Judd after an absence of just 66 days. He left Hilo the 7th and arrived at Kailua on the 14th ulto. via the Volcano. Finding the Packet had been at Kawaihae & expecting her there again he left Kailua 6 �LEVI VOLUME 20 & went to Waimea where he remained till the Paalua went after him to Kawaihae. Gov. Adams and his train came also in the Paalua. It was to bring him down that she was sent. In coming down the Schr. passed • by Lahaina & Dr. Judd called on shore and spent about 2 hours. Saturday January 2nd 1836. Mr. Bingham & family started in the night for Ewa where he goes to spend the Sabbath and organize a chh. which will consist of 6 members of the Hon. Chh. and twelve to be received on profession. Anthony Allen the colored man who has resided at Waikiki ever since the establishment of the Mission and kept an house of entertainment ~ was buried this afternoon. He died of apoplexy on Thursday evening. He arrived at the island I learn in the year 1810 . . He was formerly a slave of a gentleman in the city of Albany I think. It is supposed he has considerable property. His daughter was married a few days ago to a white man who has been working for some time with Mr. Colcord engaged in makg. shoes. The Brigs Loriot & Avon both have arrived this week from the Coast of California with hides. I. Wednesday Jany 20.1836. Went to Waikiki to examine school. Owing to a want of clearness as to the day of examination only part of the schools were ready. The rest are to be examined on Friday. Tuesday Jany 26. Early this morning the Awashonks commanded by Cap. Proctor left the harbor. Mr. Goodrich wife & five children embarked the evening before after a meeting of the families at the house of Mr. Bingham where a hymn was sung and a prayer offered. Mrs. Brinsmade & her two children & Mrs. Johnstone took passage in the same vessel: also the daughter of Major Warren, having been placed under the care of Mrs. Johnstone. The wind was moderate there being just enough to carry the vessel out. A sea breeze set in & before night the vessel was out of sight. By this vessel and the May Dacre which sailed some days before, I forwarded all the letters and boxes committed to my care. Monday Feby 1st. A Protracted meetg. which commenced on Wednesday last closed this evening. The congregation has been large and solemn. During the six days a morning prayer meeting has been held attended by the brethren, that is generally by the Clerical brethren and the house well filled with natives. • A service at 10 o'ck . . meeting of the chh. at 2 and of all the people again at 4 o'ck. On the Sabbath prayer meeting as usual Meeting of the congo at 9 o'ck and detained till 12 o'ck. Sermon by Mr. Smith and an address by Mr. Wheeler (the Quaker) interpreted by Mr. Bingham. At 10 o'ck another service, after that 7 �LEVI VOLUME 20 the Sabbath School attended by about 1400 scholars, at 1/2 past 4 another service and in the evening another from 1/2 past 7 till nine. On Monday 3 services besides the morng. pry. meeting and a meeting for /.oiiiii the chh. and the children. • Wednesday Feby 3rd. The Schooner Io1ani sailed for Hilo. Mr. Lee our guest took passage. Yesterday the Hooikaika sailed for Maui. I sent lumber & boxes for Mr. Armstrong. The Joseph Peabody arrived this afternoon 152 days from New York & 9 months & 13 days from the time she left here:~ to say ApI. 21 1834 [1835?] Sabbath Feby 14th 1836. The meeting at the Seamens Chapel was conducted by Mr. Wheeler the Quaker preacher. In the evening by Mr. Tinker. Tuesday Feby 16. The Paa1ua sailed for Kauai and carried down Mr. Hooper. Dr. Judd also took passage to visit Mr. Whitney & Mr. A1exandds family. The cart has been employed today drawing up the effects of Mr. Johnstone to the house of Mr. Tinker where he is afforded accommodations for the present. He felt uncomfortable in the house provided for him by the Trustees in consequence of the entrance of another family into the house by permission of some of the Trustees. • Thursday Feby 18th. The Don Quixote arrived 161 days from Boston passengers Stephen D. Mackintosh & wife & brother two sisters of Mr. C. R. Smith & Mr. Cushing. We reed. a few letters and fewer publications we suppose that the majority of our letters & all our publications are on board the Brig Gen. Glover who. was to sail a few days after the Don Q. ~ but as she is to stop at Valparaiso may not be here under several weeks. Friday Feby 19 1836. Aikanakas Schr. sailed for Maui by who I sent all the letters for Maui & Mo10kai. The Flibberty Jibbet sailed for Kauai by which sent all the letters for that island. Towards evening the Chinaman arrived from Maui and brought Mr. Die11 & family and many letters from the brethren. Saturday Feby 20. The Don Quixote has been discharging cargo today and our team and a company of natives have been employed drawing up supplies most of the articles have been lath & clapboards. Mr. Tinker went to Kaneohe. • Monday Feby 22. Washington's birth day noticed by the discharge of guns from the Am. shipping. Discharging cargo from the Don Q. drawing to the house and sending supplies on board the Packet which we take this day to make a trip to Lahaina & Kaawa1oa, to carry up Mr. Baldwin to attend the family 8 �LEVI VOLUME 20 ofMr. Forbes .. • Feby.23 1836. Tuesday. I have been exceedingly occupied this day sending off the Packet and writing to the windward. The Pt. left the harbor about the time of the setting of the sun. The cart has been princ.ipily employed in bringing up lumber landed from the Don Quixote. Thursday Feby 25th. This day the First uniform edition of the New Testament was completed. All the Epistles except Romans were printed before Matthew was commenced and Matt. was completed on the 14th of March 1835. It will be 5 years in June since the parts were assigned for revision. The edition is 10,000 copies. The Copy of the New Testament which we had previous to this just finished, consists of the portions which have been printed at different times previously to 1831 collected together ~ Mat. Mark & John having been printed in America. Wednesday March 21836. The Packet returned this day from the windward having gone no further than Maui. A passage for Mr. Baldwin was obtained in Aikanakas vessel at the expense of $50. ,. The Packet proceeds again to the Windward. She goes to Kawaihae this trip and I have made an arrangement for her to go Kailua previous to her return. March 12. Saturday. Mr. Lee arrived from Maui & Hawaii in Pakii's Schooner. Monday March 141836. The Pt. returned from Kawaihae. We were disappointed that she did not go to Kailua. The reason of her not going, the Captain informed us, was that he had no orders to go there. Despatched the Packet this evening to Kailua on our own acct. Sabbath 20. The Packet returned this morning & brought Mr. & Mrs. Thurston & their four children. Monday 21. The Brig Gen. Glover arrived this morning. Before she anchored a Barque hove in sight which proved to be the La Grange 125 days for Boston. By the Gen. Glover we have many supplies but none by the La Grange. By both we have many letters & publications. The Brig sailed in September and has stopped on the Coast of South America. Tuesday March 221836. The Flibberty Jibbet sailed for Kauai: by which I sent letters. The Schr. Hooikaika sailed for Lahaina. By which I sent money for Mr. Clark also 1 bale of cottons & 1 do. of prints. I should have noted under date of yesterday that Mr. & Mrs. Parker arrived from Koolau. Mrs. P. takes accommodations in our house while Mr. P. proceeds to Waialua to attend a protracted meeting there. I should have mentioned also that Dr. Mrs. Judd & Mrs. C. and myself went by invitation on board the 9 �LEVI VOLUME 20 Catch Herny Freeling to dine with the Quakers. We had a very pleasant entertainment. It was plain and yet in good style. • Dr. Judd set out to day for Waialua in company with Mr. Parker to attend the protracted meeting. Mr. & Mrs. Hall set out about six o'ck to go to Ewa in a canoe. It is blowing quite hard & they must have an uncomfortable sail I think. Wednesday March 23 1836. The wind has blowed a gale to day. The Hooikaika which sailed yesterday was driven considerably to the leeward and was seen in distress. This morning the Paalua was sent out to afford assistance. They both returned safe. I have not learned any of the particulars of the distress she was in. Mr. Hall returned by land from Ewa having left his wife there to remain till the return of Mr. Smith from the protracted meeting. Friday March 25 1836. A vessel arrived from Lahaina by which letters have been reed. which communicate the unpleasant intelligence that Mrs. Dibble was in a dangerous condition having had as the brethren suppose an appoplectic fit. Mr. Richards has written to Dr. Judd giving an account of the case and urging him to go up as soon as possible. He chartered a Schooner for the purpose of bringing down the :. information and conveying him thither. Dr. Judd being absent at Waialua we dispatched a messenger to convey the letter: but he had not proceeded far before the Dr. arrived and the messenger returned. Saturday March 26 1836. The vessel which arrived from Lahaina yesterday is not in a condition to return immediately and we are released from the obligation of the charter. The Schr. Hooikaika is here bound directly to Lahaina but the wind is blowing a gale and the Captain is not willing to go. We do not think it expedient to urge him against his judgement to set out. Thursday March 31. The Hooikaika sailed for Maui & Dr. Judd took passage. Sent on board this vessel various articles for Lahaina & the High SchooL Saturday April 2nd. Have been busily employed since Wednesday in receiving and drawing up supplies landed from the Brig. Gen. Glover. Mr. Hall has kindly rendered assistance in taking account of the articles as they were landed. Thursday ApL 7. The ship Sarah & Caroline, Cap. Steel 130 days for Boston arrived this morning. She • has a pretty large amount of type and a number of boxes for the mission. Friday ApI 8th 1836. Our goods have been mostly landed from the ship Sarah & Caroline. Those for Lahaina we are shipping on board the Ship Adaline, Cap. Buckley who has kindly consented to take such 10 �LEVI VOLUME 20 things as we desire to send. Pt. sailed for Kauai. Saturday 9th. The Adaline sailed for the windward. • Dr. Judd arrived from Lahaina also Mr. Rogers ~ Learn that Mrs. Richards has been confined with a daughter. This is their 8th. She has now 4 sons & 4 daughters. Thursday April 21st. Have employed the Pt. to make a trip to Maui principally for the purpose of affording a conveyance for Mr. Armstrong & family to this place. I have filled her with various supplies for Lahaina luna & Wailuku, She sailed about noon. Mr. Rogers & Mr. Hall went as passengers. Saturday 23 ApI. The King favored Mr. Bingham with a call this morning & took breakfast. Mr. B. showed him the new School house, with which he seemed much pleased ~ and we too were pleased to receive a donation towards sustaining the expense of the work ~ $30 from himself and $25 from his adopted son Alexander Kamehameha. An article published in the New York Observer of Augt. 29 1835 which is very severe upon the king & his sister ~ tho mostly deserved is likely to occasion us some inconvenience. It is in the style of a missionary and though in the main true contains some things not true. The king has so much feeling in regard to it that he has required us to translate the article and inform him of the author. He does not seem to be angry ;. with the mission in general but if he finds out the writer fear his prejudice will be excited against him, and that it will be difficult to reconcile him. Towards evening the king set sail for Maui in the Brig Becket which has recently repaired by Ladd & Co. & is now a fine vessel. He is expected by bring down his sister. Saturday 30. The Paalua retd from the windward brings word that the Becket the brig in which the King set sail had not arrived at Maui nor Hawaii ~ that when these vessels were together somewhere in the neighborhood of Maui the Brig separated in the night & as it was supposed to have gone to Hawaii the Schr. proceeded thither but not finding her she retd. to Wailuku but did not find her there: whence she hastened back to this place. The chiefs were considerably excited by the information & immediately despatched four vessels in pursuit or to sail around Maui & Hawaii. Saturday May 7 1836. The Packet retd. from Kauai and brings word that Mrs. Whitney is again prostrate. Word came to Mr. Alexander of her illness & the Packet being at his place he persuaded the • captain to carry him & family round to Waimea. Monday May 9. The Packet sailed for Hawaii. She is in our employ engaged to bring the families of that island to this place to attend Gen. meeting. 11 �LEVI VOLUME 20 Monday May 16. The Brig Gen. Glover Capt. Broughton sailed for the U. States. By her I sent all the letters which were on hand. There is now no vessel in the harbor not even one belonging to the natives • great or smalL An event that I do not recollect has occurred since I have been at the islands. The largest craft of any kind is a boat without a deck say of 5 tons perhaps more. Tuesday 17. Ship Triton from Lahaina a whaler brought down the following families ~ Messrs. Clark, Dibble & Hitchcock, Miss Hitchcock & Mr. Hall who has been on a visit to Lahaina. I employed an open one mast boat to go off after the families but the wind being pretty strong & the boat not a good one for beating we did not reach the vessel finding that we were losing way we stood back for the port and but just succeeded to make the mouth of the harbor. We were a good while beating in so as to be able to get on shore. I met Dr. Judd & with him went to Kinau and she furnished a double canoe. This brought the families in and was then sent off after the remainder of the baggage and the natives of the families. May 24th 1836 (Tuesday). This morning the Packet arrived from Kona with two families: viz. Messrs. Bishop & Forbes. At Kawaihae she fell in with the Henry Freeling the vessel of Friend Wheeler, who being desirous of :. visiting Hilo & of meeting the brethren of that station made the proposition of bringing the brethren to Lahaina provided the Packet's destination for Hilo should be changed. The brethren Baldwin & Lyons acceded to the proposition and the Packet proceeded to Kona. Mr. Forbes not being ready to leave he detained the vessel from Sabbath morning to Wednesday. On Saturday she arrived at Lahaina and Monday evening she left for this place. Mr. Richards & Spaulding improved the opportunity to send down most or many of their articles needed at Gen. Meeting. Mr. Spaulding & Rogers arrived in a whaling ship a short time after the Packet. Wednesday May 25 1836. The Packet sailed for Kauai for the brethren of the leeward island. Tuesday May 31. The Packet arrived from Kauai this morning and brought all the families. Namely, Messrs. Whitney, Gulick & Alexander. Towards evening the Henry Freeling came to anchor having on board the Hilo brethren & their families. Messrs. Lyman & Coan ~ also Mr. Richards & family. A double canoe having been obtained from Kekuanao the families were brought in and most of their baggage. Mr. Lyman & family are invited to Mr. Diell's. Mr. Smith & family arrived from Ewa. 12 �LEVI VOLUME 20 Wednesday June 1st. General Meeting was organized this morning. Towards evening the Packet sailed for Kawaihae. It is sent of the particular purpose of bringing down Mr. Baldwin & family. • I may notice here that the Schr. Victoria sailed on Monday for Maui. I have made an arrangement for her to bring down the families ofMr. Green & Andrews for which I am to pay $15 for each. Friday June 10th 1836. The Packet arrived from Kawaihae and Lahaina & brought Mr. Baldwin & family also Mr. Andrews and family. Sabbath June 12. Mr. Green and family arrived from Wailuku on board the Schr. Victoria. Thursday June 16. Mr. Gulick & family sailed for Kauai on board the Henry Freeling with Friend Daniel Wheeler and son. He goes before the close of the meeting in order to accompany the Friends to Kauai and visit with them the principal places on the island. Thursday June 23. We take the Packet to day to perform a trip to Maui & Molokai. The brethren Spaulding, Hitchcock & Rogers also Miss Ogden, Miss Hitchcock & 4 child of Mr. Richards embarked: but the wind was so strong that after getting as far as Diamond Hill they concluded to turn back. The Pt. anchored just at evening & the families came on shore to spend the night. Friday June 24. The Packet started again & Mr. Baldwin accompanied the families particularly on acct. '. of Mrs. Spaulding. Wednesday June 29 1836. The Packet returned from Molokai. She arrived at Lahaina on Sab. morning. Sailed on Monday for Molokai & remained until yesterday. Mr. Baldwin came down in her. Thursday 30. The brethren Whitney & Alexander & families also Mr. & Mrs ..Richards & four of their children sailed in the Packet for Kauai. I filled the vessel with lumber and various supplies for Waioli her first place of destination. Tuesday July 5. Mr. Bishop sailed for Kailua in the Flibberty Jibbet. Thursday July 7th. We have been called to the melancholly duty of committing to the grave Emily Green the youngest child of bro. & sister Green. Tuesday evening she turned over a pan of scalded milk ~ part of the contents of which went into her bosom, & scalded her so severely that she survived less than 24 hours. She died yesterday about 3 o'ck and this day about noon her remains were interred in our little grave yard beside her little brother Beriah. • In the afternoon the brethren Thurston, Forbes, Lyman & Coan and their families for Hawaii, and Mr. Andrews & family for Maui, embarked in the Schr. Clarion, Cap. Paty. I give $300 for the trip included in which is the bringing down of Mr. Bishop family & effects, from Kailua to this place. 13 �LEVI VOLUME 20 Monday July 11 th 1836. Commenced loading the Packet for a trip to Wailuku to carry to their stations ie Messrs. Green & Armstrong & their families & Miss Brown. Tuesday 12. The Packet sailed this morning for Wailuku and the brethren and sisters embarked for their stations. Mr. Armstrong & Miss Brown have been at the station since ApL 28th that is 2 1/2 months. Mr. Green just one month. Towards evening the Schr. Hooikaika sailed and carried to Lahaina Messrs. Dibble & Baldwin & their families. Mr. Dibble arrived here May 17 ~ so he has been at this station 56 days ~ Mr. Baldwin only 18 days. By the Hooikaika I sent various supplies and some lumber for carrying this freight ~ & the two families I paid $20 ~ Besides this $5 are to be paid for the freight of a cow taken by Mr. Dibble. Kaikioewa sailed for Kauai in the Iolani. Thursday July 14 1836. The Barque Derby of Salem arrived this morning 38 days or thereabouts from Calao. Mr. Peck who left here in the Velocity having disposed of that vessel came passenger in the Derby. By him we learn that the differences between the U.S. government and France have been amicably adjusted. The latter having accepted the mediation of England and given the assurance that the debt would be paid. The Barque Columbia 16 days from Columbia River arrived. Mr. Parker, missionary of the Board who crossed the Rocky Mountains on a tour of survey has come passenger on his way to the United States. Friday July 15. Another arrival today ~ the Barque Nereide Royal 5 months from London for Columbia River. A clergyman of the Church of England with his lady are passengers. His destination is the Hudson's Bay compy's Settlement at Vancouvre to which he has the appointment of Chaplain. The Captain of the Nereide, is we learn accompanied by his lady. Sabbath July 17 1836. Services in the chapel were conducted by Mr. Beaver the Episcopal Clergyman destined for the N.W. Coast. He appears to be an Evangelical man. The Packet arrived from Wailuku. Letters have also been received from Lahaina by which we learn that the child of Mr. Lyman was so ill that it was judged best that the vessel should not go to Hilo. The Hilo families therefore remained at Lahaina and Cap. Paty agreed to deduct 100 dollars as difference of price of not going. So the Clarion was to proceed directly to Kailua. • Monday July 18th 1836. The Clarion arrived from Kailua and brought Mr. Bishop & family & effects . Wednesday 20th. Mr. Bishop & family sailed in the Chinamans Schr. which I chartered for the purpose of carrying his effects to Ewa & to bring up Mr. Smith's. 14 �LEVI VOLUME 20 The Clarion sailed again for the windward. I sent lumber and a pair of steers to Lahaina for the High SchooL '. Mr. Tinker went to Waikiki in my stead to examine the schools of that district. Mr. Beaver Chaplain for Columbia River preached our weekly evening lecture. Text ~ "Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christs stead, be ye reconciled to God." It was an evangelical sermon and calculated to do good to such a congregation for which it seemed to be particularly written. Thursday July 21st 1836. The Nereide Royal sailed to day for Columbia River, and Mr. Daniel Lee the Methodist missionary who has been at this place ever since the 13th of N ovr. last, and most of the time a guest with us, took passage. The Chinaman's Schooner returned from Ewa with Mr. .Smith's furniture and goods. Friday July 22nd. The Packet returned from Kauai and Mr. Richards & family arrived. Mr. Ladd & family also returned from their visit to Koloa. Monday July 25th. The Packet sailed for MauL Mr. Clark & family passengers to Lahaina. If the state of Mr. Lyman's family will admit, the Packet will go to Hilo and carry Messrs. Lyman & '~. Coan & their families to their station. Tuesday July 26. Mr. Bingham & family set out on a tour of the island. Mr. Richards & family will follow in the course of the day. Tuesday Augt. 2nd. Mr. Bingham returned having left his wife at Waialua but contemplates going back on Friday or Saturday. Wednesday 3. Mr. Richards & family returned from their tour around the Eastern & Northern parts of the island by the way of Waialua & Ewa. Saturday Augt. 6th 1836. Mr. Bingham in company with Rev. SamL Parker set out for Waialua. We have recently changed our lodgings by moving into the front chambers over our bed room. This took place on Thursday. Monday ~ Mr. Richards & family left in the Paalua for Lahaina. Thursday Augt. 11 1836. The Clarion sailed again for the windward; on board of which I shipped • upward of 17 thousand feet of lumber for Maui, most of which is designed for the High School for the completion of the ChapeL Mr. Parker returned from Waialua by him we hear that Mr. Bingham had set out for Waianae, but was 15 �LEVI VOLUME 20 obliged to lay by at Laeakeena on account of the ill health of Mrs. Bingham. Monday Augt 15. The Packet which returned yesterday from her trip to Hilo sailed this afternoon for • Kauai in the employ of Ladd & Co. Mr. Tinker & family took passage. Have been sending lumber from Mr. French's yard to Ladd & Co's wharf to go on board the Schr. Victoria bound to Wailuku for the use of the station at that place. Thursday Augt. 18 1836. Accompanied the Rev. Saml. Parker to Koolau. Friday Augt. 19. Returned from Koolau. From the house of Mr. Parker to the pali I was one hour & 5 minutes, walking pretty briskly. The distance I think is three miles & a half. Ascended the pali in 20 minutes & thence walked home in 21/4 hours ~ This brought the time to 1/2 past 1 o'ck ~ The whole time from Mr. Parkers house to my own house 33/4 hours ~ having rested by the way only about 10 minutes ~ The whole distance from my house to Mr. Parker's house is not less than 11 miles. It is according to my judgement a little over 7 miles to the pali. The Honduras arrived from Canton in 49 days passage. Mr. Peirce left Canton for America the 11 th of May. Saturday Augt. 20 1836. Mr. Bingham and family arrived from their tour around the island by the way •• ofEwa. Mrs. B. though somewhat better is still very low unable to walk or even to sit up. They came from E. in a canoe. Thursday 25th. The King and suit have arrived to day from Lahaina. The Princess & Hoapili have come down. Friday 26. Rev. Saml. Parker retd. from Kaneohe about noon. Saturday Augt. 27th 1836. Dr. Judd & family sailed in the Clarion for Lahaina & Hilo. The Clarion will stop at Lahaina to take on board Mr. Richards & family. For the business I have engaged to pay the sum of $100, and the vessel takes what ft. I have to send to those places. Thursday Sep. 1. The Victoria sailed for the windward by her I sent a few articles for Kailua. Friday 2. The Packet sailed for Kawaihae ~ sent letter to Dr. Judd to cross the land to Hilo. Saturday 3rd ~ The Becket sailed for Kauai. Mr. Hooper returned to Koloa. Sabbath Sept. 4. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was celebrated. In the morning a letter addressed • to the occasional communicants was circulated among our foreign friends who have occasionally celebrated the Lord's Supper with us. This letter contained a copy of the votes of the Chh. and resolutions of the association regulating the subject of occasional communion and stating the qualifications we require in 16 �LEVI VOLUME 20 order to unite with us. The consequence was that only Messrs. Brinsmade & Ladd were present. Monday Septr. 5 1836. ~ Had company to tea Mr. & Mrs. Ladd & Mr. Peck. Mr. Ladd stopped to the • monthly concert for prayer at Mr. Bingham. Tuesday Sep. 6. Mr. Parker (Rev. Samuel) ~ went to Koolau this forenoon. In the afternoon the U.S. Schr. Enterprize, Cap. Howland arrived from Manilla ~ She fired a salute which was returned from the fort. Friday Septr. 7 1836. Peacock arrived Commodore Kennedy. Saturday morng. entred the Harbor. Sabbath service on board conducted by Mr. DielL Evening Exercises in the Chapel conducted by Mr. Bingham. Friday Septr. 30th. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham sailed in the Iolani for Waioli. Monday October 3rd. Mr. Tinker & family arrived from Kauai in the Becket. Tuesday Octr. 4 1836. Commodore Kennedy and the foreigners met the Chiefs in council to converse on the subject of the rights of American Citizens resident at the islands ~ the transfer of property in houses premises &c. ~ Mr. Bishop having been invited to come up from Ewa acted as interpreter. October 7 1836. A meeting of the King & chiefs was attended in connexion with Commodore • Kennedy and some of the foreign residents on the subject of the premises at present held by Messrs. H. Paty & Co. but claimed by Liliha. I made an inquiry of Com. K. whether the article in the treaty granting protection to citizens of the U.S. in their lawful pursuits, was to be understood as a pledge that citizens of the U.S. should be allowed to reside upon these shores with out permission from the Government, or whether the Govt. was under obligation to assent to their taking up a residence here.- He said the San. Isld. Government were under obligation by treaty to give this assent & to afford such persons protection. I then asked the question, Should a vessel arrive at this port from the U.S. with 50 agriculturalists on board wishing to establish themselves here as cultivators of the soil, whether the Govt. were under obligation to grant them residence. He said the governt. was under this obligation to Am. citizens. I replied that the government had never understood the treaty in this light, and that the King and chiefs had never supposed that they had conceded the right to withhold from what foreigners they pleased the permission of dwelling on these • shores. Friday 7th. The consultation closed today ~ having been continued every day since Tuesday. On the subject of transfer & leasing of lands there was no definite conclusion. The subject of this days consultation 17 �LEVI VOLUME 20 was the premises of Messrs. Paty & Co. ~ wh. had been transferred by Mitchener without the consent of the e proprietor Madam Boki. I acted as interpreter Mr. B. having returned to Ewa Yesterday. Saturday Octr. 8. A French Sloop of war named the La Bonite, M. Vaillant arrived this morning on her way from Manilla ~ left France in Feb. The Clarion sailed for the Soc. Islds. and Valparaiso. MI. & Mrs. Hall sailed in the Hooikaika for Kailua. They go for the benefit of Mrs. H.s health which is feeble. Sabbath Octr. 9 1836. The Peacock sailed this morning: not to the credit of her commander. But it should be noticed that she passed out quietly not disturbing the stillness of the Sabbath, by a salute, which had she left any other day would doubtless have been fired. Tuesday Octr. 181836. Mr. Diell sent to me two land shells with the living animals which were presented by one of the officers of the French Corvettee La Bonite, now at anchor in the roads for propagation. Requesting that they might be carried up the valley of Nuuanu to be deposited in some place where they would be safe. As Mr. Parker & family were expected at the pali on their way to this place ~ the ie shells were sent by the hand of the native who led the horses to bring them down, with the request that Mr. P. would lodge them in a suitable place, which was done. Wednesday Octr. 19. Quarterly exn. of schools at Honolulu. Thursday Octr. 20 1836. The family of Mr. Parker and Mr. & Mrs. Smith took passage in the Schr. Hooikaika for Molokai & Wailuku, which they chartered for the purpose at $20. Friday 21. This morning I rode to Waikiki to examine schools. I find them in a backward state. The teachers are poorly qualified to teach and have very little encouragement either by receiving compensation or in the readiness of their scholars to attend upon instruction. Monday Octr. 24th. The British sloop of war Acteon Lord Edw. Russel Commander arrived yesterday and entered the harbor this morning and fired her salute which was answered by the Govt. of the islds. The Commander, attended by the Eng. ConI. called upon the King & chiefs at the house of Kinau. By request of Kinau I went down to act as interpreter; but there was no occasion for my services. The call being a mere ceremoneous one. The Consul had the politeness to introduce me to his Lordship, who seems • of unassuming behavior. The Acteon is last from the Marquesas islands, reports every thing quiet there . Saturday NovI. 5th 1836. This day the Victoria sailed for Lahaina to bring down Dr. Judd should he be there, if not to proceed to Hilo for him. The chiefs seem to feel some solicitude on account of the Princess 18 �LEVI VOLUME 20 and it is in reference to her that the vessel is despatched after the Doctor. I sent in the care of the Captain $500 in cash ~ $250 for Wailuku $200 for Lahainaluna & $50 for Mr.Richards. • Monday Novr. 7. Having reed. a letter from Mr. Richards stating that he had obtained the consent of Cap. Peirson of the Danl. Webster to his taking passage with his family in that vessel, which is to stop only a few days at Lahaina and then to come to this port to make some repairs, and Mr. Richards not being prepared to come down in the ship and desirous of obtaining the Schr. Hooikaika for the purpose of bring himself & baggage and supplies for the ship to this place in about a fortnight, I called upon Hoapili to present a letter from Mr. Richards & to consult him upon the subject of the vesseL Saw at the same time the Princess who appears to be quite low. I conversed with her a little and exhorted her to repentance. She did not appear to be perfectly stupid, but certainly not to be much awakened with a sense of her condition. Tuesday Novr. 8 1836. By request of Kinau I went to her house to act as interpeter in business to be presented by the Commander of the Actaeon. I waited sometime before his Lordship came. He came attended only by the English Consul. When he was ready to attend to business and had seated himself by ',. the side of the King he requested me to interpret to him a summary of his commission which was addressed verbally.That he had been sent out by the British Government with full powers to investigate all cases of complaints of his Majesty's subjects in these islands and to require that they be redressed. The first subject was the case of Geo. Chapman whose premises had been seized by Government. The next that of the affray wh. took place about a year ago on board the Tuscan. A complaint of abuse of a man who had escaped from the Fort and had secreted himself on board that vessel. Both these cases were pronounced flagrant offenses for which redress would be required. The last subject was a small debt of the Hudson Bay Co. against the govt. During the time of the business ~ the Rev. Sam. Parker entered the gate and walked up to the door of the house with a view to come in. Just as he put his foot upon the threshold Mr. Charlton spoke out with a loud & rough voice and said ~ We are engaged in private business, Mr. Parker and I wish to know what right you have to intrude." ~ Mr. Parker replied I have no wish to intrude Mr. Charlton, and turned and went out of the yard. • Had a number of Captains to tea this evg . Wednesday Novr. 9 1836. The Opupele sailed for Kauai and will bring up Mr. Bingham & family. Thursday 10. A document was sentto me by Mr. Charlton to be translated. It contained three articles 19 �LEVI VOLUME 20 1st. Granting permission to British subjects to reside in the islands build houses &c and continuing the good friendship of the two countries. • 2. Leaving the islands & selling property. 3. Selling the estates of deceased Englishmen. • • 20 � 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/. 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Title A name given to the resource Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0020 - 1835.10.31 - 1836.11.10 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1835.10.31 - 1836.11.10 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/9476a2ef7f3509f3a412b44d45ba3b40.pdf 954f0f212356927659d1118c5c487e30 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 21 Volume XXI • November 12, 1836, August 1, 1837 Saturday Novr. 12 1836. This morning a message came to me from the chiefs to go down at 10 o'ck A.M. to the house of Kinau. In compliance with the request I went down and after waiting an hour and a half perhaps, Lord Russel and Mr. Charlton made their appearance. The first subject introduced was the Document sent me on Thursday to be translated; which Lord Russel requested me to read to the King and I did so. He requested that the Document might be placed in his hand for perusal & further consideration, and the request was granted. The King read it & then handed it to Kinau. After some reflection the King asked how it would be in case a subject of Great Britain should come to these islands and take up a residence without the knowledge or consent of the king. He meant undoubtedly to enquire whether the document intended to secure to Eng. subjects the right of residence according to their own pleasure without consent of the authorities of the land. Mr. Charlton maintained that they ought to have this right. Lord Russel granted that the king ought to possess the right of refusing if he chose, and a clause was inserted to that effect, Namely that Eng. subjects shall be permitted to dwell in the islands (having first obtained the consent of the King) &c. • In respect to the second article that of granting permission to Eng. subjects to sell their lands, Kinau said that is a point to which she could not give her consent. The third article received some attention from the chiefs, and an amendatory sentence was introduced by Lord RusseL Neither the King nor chiefs seemed to be satisfied with the Document as a whole: and the King asked whether he might be allowed to present a document which should express his own views upon the subject. Lord Russel said this he might do if he chose. Kinau asked the question whether the Document presented by Lord Russel was drawn up by Kalaimoku , (wh. upon explanation I found to mean the Prime Minister of Great Britain),. The consul would have her believe it was. I said I had not been informed who was the author. [Note added later:] Have learned that Mr. Pelly drew it up. This information was communicated by the Eng. Consul himself My. Bingham a witness July 10 1837. • The subject of the Document having been deferred, Lord Russel asked the reason why Mr. Welsh the Roman Catholic priest recently arrived had been denied a residence & directed to leave the islands. The King said because he had a religion at variance with the religion of the country. His Lordship replied that 1 �LEVI VOLUME 21 while a person conformed to the laws of the country and made no attempts to instruct the people in his Ie religion the King had no right to order him away simply on account of his religion. It was remarked that when the order was issued for his departure it was not known that he was a subject of Great Britain. Lord Russel asked further whether Mr. Welsh would be protected while he conformed to the laws and refrained from teaching his religion. The King said there would be no one to molest ~ or hoohewa him. Lord Russel then requested to know whether Mr. Welsh might have permission to hold mass in his own house for his own benefit and the benefit of foreigners who might wish to attend. The King replied Let them worship in their hearts ~ or keep their religion in their own breasts ~ He could not give consent to any to hold public worship whose religion was at variance with the religion of the country. The King asked a question as follows, If Mr. Welsh should not conform to the laws but, contrary to his promise, should attempt to propagate his religion, what then would be proper for the government to do. The answer was, the King would have a right to send him away. In regard to Mr. Welsh, Lord Russel said he did not know what were his real objects, but he had stated that they were not to propagate his religion unless he had permission so to do. ~ and wished to know 'e whether he should say to Mr. W. that while he conformed to the laws of the land he was to have permission to remain. The answer of the King was in the affirmative. Tuesday Novr. 15th 1836. Br. Smith & Parker & their families came on shore this morning from the Charles Carrol, Cap. Reuben Weeks which anchored last night in the roads. Just before sundown Dr. Judd and family landed from the ship Audly Clark, Cap. Paddock from Hilo via Lahaina. Dr. Judd has been absent since Augt. 27. The Chiefs & Lord Russel together with the Eng. Consul have had a meeting today. Mr. Bishop having come up from Ewa was invited by the Chiefs to be present and acted as interpreter on the occasion. The document of the chiefs drawn up in the native language by Malo and others & by request of the Govt. translated by me was presented. This did not suit the Eng. Consul & his Lordship and he declared that if the Govt. would not accede to principles more liberal or adopt a policy more favorable to British interests he must declare that there was an end to a good understanding between the two governments. Previously to this interview the Eng. Consul had declared to the chiefs that if they did not by 2 o'ck P.M. of this day come to an agreement that should be satisfactory the Actaeon would place herself in a position to make an attack on the fort. Yesterday afternoon, having been sent for by Kinau, I was at her house where the chiefs were assembled 2 �LEVI VOLUME 21 for consultation: they were drawing up articles of agreement to which they would assent. While I was there the English Consul came in with a good deal of bluster declaring that a native had been stealing from his • yard: and talked loudly of punishment and redress. Said moreover that it mattered not to him whether he recovered from the thief the property stolen or not, he had his redress; the government must refund it &c. &c. ~ On inquiry into the theft, about which he was now talking so loudly, it appeared that it was the loss of a stick of wood which he could identify and which was taken by one of his own natives and by him given to the native which he had in custody. Kekuanaoa replied to him, and said, he was ready to attend to the case and Justice should be done. The Consul answered that he had many engagements and he could do nothing about it neither then nor on the morrow. In regard to the business pending ,however, he said, if it was not all made straight and satisfactory by 2 o'ck P.M. then the vessels which are at anchor between the Man of war and the fort would be removed that there should be no obstacle between, and then he did not positively declare what but the impression he wished the chiefs to receive was that she would fire upon them: and so the Chiefs understood it. !. During the interview of this afternoon, the Consul talked much, and told the Commander of the Actaeon that the Americans had greatly the advantage over the Eng. in regard to privileges here. He said too that the articles now presented by the Chiefs had been drawn up by an American citizen ~ Said also that the Articles of Agreement signed by Cap. Jones & the Chiefs were drawn up by Mr. Bingham. I confronted him on this point and said that the document was not so much as translated by Mr. Bingham; that it was translated by Mr. Loomis assisted by Sally Jackson. He maintained the contrary notwithstanding and said Mr. B. read the articles when the meeting for signing the document took place. I admitted that this might be true, but I knew positively that Mr. Loomis was the translator. As the Articles presented by the chiefs was set aside by the Eng. man of war as what he could not assent unto ~ the document previously offered to the Chiefs was taken up. ~ and with considerable discussion and amendment assented to by the King & Kinau though on the point of allowing the influx of foreigners the article was not made as clear as the King wished. But he was allowed to have the check of granting permission for residence and erecting buildings. But on this point the original article is somewhat complex. In granting transfers of houses and premises from one foreigner to another the king wished to reserve to • himself the prior right of purchase, and in all cases of being informed of the intention to transfer, without which no transfer could be legaL It was after dark before the interview closed, and adjourned to next day 10 o'ck when the documents 3 �LEVI VOLUME 21 which are to be rewritten & translated, are to be signed. • Wednesday Novr. 16 1836. The Eng. Consul sent the articles of agreement to me to translate. As the native document was in the hands of Kinau I wrote to her to send it UPi but she sent a messenger forthwith requesting me to go to her. And I went down and commenced the translation at her house. I had not been there long before Lord Russel and Mr. Charlton came in and I was obliged to leave the translation to act as interpreter. The case of George Chapman's premises was resumed: and his Lordship inquired the decision of the Chiefs in regard to it ~ as he regarded the transaction a flagrant act of injustice and violent outrage upon the man's person and property for which satisfaction would be required. The King asked what was the satisfaction required. It was replied the restoration of the premises and of the house in the state it was when seized and payment for the property stolen. The King asked what property had been stolen. It was answered that the amount of property was trifling consisting in articles of wearing apparel belonging to the foreigners who were residing in the house at the time of the affraYi who had deposed respecting the transaction and stated the loss of clothes. The main & only thing on which he (Lord Russel) would insist was the restoration of the premises, & the rebuilding of the house for the benefit of the original proprietoer. To this the King agreed ~ Viz. to restore the premises & rebuild the house ~. reserving to himself the right of redemption of Mr. French who has a mortgage on the premises for $2,000. While we were engaged in conversation on the case of Geo. Chapman Dr. Judd having been sent for by the Chiefs to assist, came in, and was introduced to his Lordship and invited to take my place as intrepeter, and I returned to the translation. That having been completed was offered for the signature of the King. The King wished that Kinau as Alii aina might be associated with him: but this was not allowed as his signature implied the approbation of all others & included every thing necessary in the case. The King asked in case any difficulty should arise in relation to the Agreement who would there be to whom to appeal. His Lordship said the Document would speak for itself and the Consul could be applied to. It was asked how the first article referring to residence and the erection of houses & ware houses was to be understood and wether the consent of the King as stated in the document included both ~ ideas namely ~ permission to reside as well as to build houses: both Lord Russel & Mr. Charlton said that was the • understanding ~ for in the first conversation and the conversation last evening that was a point of importance in the Kings mind and it was the the reason of its being referred to a second time. The Document both in the Eng. & Hawaiian language was signed by the King ~ and Lord Ed. Russell 4 �LEVI VOLUME 21 placed his name, not under that of the King, but by the side of it,- in which position it only stands as witness. • Saturday Novr. 19 1836. The Opupele (Thetis) arrived from Kauai having on board Mr. Whitney & family. Mr. Bingham & family landed yesterday at Waianae and will come up by land. They will stop at Ewa till after the Sabbath. The Actaeon sailed unceremoneously today ~ passed out of the harbor quietly ~ not a gun being fired from that vessel, the fort or any other vesseL The Chiefs do not regret that she is gone. The Commander has reported, so Malo told me, that she will be back again in five months ~ She is bound hence to the Society Islands and thence to Pitcairn's Islands. Mr. Buffet of Pitcarns Islands who has been at these islands for a number of months took passage in the Actaeon. Monday Novr. 21st. 1836. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham & Elizabeth arrived from Ewa. Hiram came up on Saturday. The health of Mrs. Bingham seems to be much improved ~ Mrs. Alexander was confined on the 29th ulto. a son ~ their third. Thursday Novr. 24. The Joseph Peabody sailed this day for the United States. By her I sent letters & boxes. She will probably reach home as soon as the Superior which sailed on the 31st ulto. by which I sent • a large package of letters. Mr. Parker having come up yesterday from Kaneohe returned to day with his wife & family which have been absent from their station ever since the 18th ulto. ~ that is 36 days, having in the mean time visited Molokai, Wailuku & Lahaina. Tuesday Novr. 29. The Hooikaika arrived this morning from Lahaina bringing down the effects of Mr. .Richards & supplies for the ship DanL Webster. Mr. Richards & wife & their eldest children came down on board the whaling ship Oregon to take passage for the u.S. in the whaling ship DanL Webster, Peirson of Sag Harbor now at this port & to sail in about a week. Wednesday 30th. Mr. Emerson arrived here from Waialua but will make only a short stay. Thursday Decr. 1. Mr. Bishop & family arrived from Ewa having come up to attend to the embarkation of their daughter who accompanies Mr. Richards & family in the DanL Webster. • Wednesday Decr. 7 1836. Dr. Judd set sail in the Hooikaika for Maui. He goes on account of the alarming state of Mr. Spaulding's health having had an attack of bleeding at the lungs without any particular cause. His health for a considerable length of time has been delicate not having been able to 5 �LEVI VOLUME 21 preach or to exert himself except in a very slight manner. The health of Mrs. Dibble is also declining and it is thot. she is drawing fast to the close of life. • I send in the Hooikaika about 5000 feet of lumber & upwards of a ton of other freight. Mr. & Mrs. Whitney embark for Kauai on board the Schr. Thetis or Opupele. The health of Mrs. W. is comfortable. Have made a settlement this afternoon with Cap. Pierson for the passage of Mr. Richards and wife & seven children on board the ship DanL Webster. One of the children is Jane Elizabeth Bishop. The passage is $620. Friday Deer. 9 1836. At an early hour the Daniel Webster got under way, and left the harbor. Mr. Richards & wife & their six oldest children & Jane Elizabeth Bishop embarked yesterday expecting to sail, but owing to the strength of the wind the pilot would not venture to trip the anchor lest some accident should occur. The detention of the vessel afforded time to the passengers to get everything in readiness for sea. Sabbath Deer. 11th. Mr. Parker preached in the Chapel this evening, the last ser:non which he expects to preached in that house. A very good sermon from the words, We preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a • stumbling block and unto the Greek's foolishness" &c. Tuesday Deer. 13. Mr. Tinker set out on a tour of this island with a purpose to comply with the injunction, "As ye go preach." Friday 16. Mrs. Chamberlain and I went on board the ship Phoenix to see the berths of the boys. It is one berth nearly 5 feet by 3 upon the transum or what in nautical language is called the after locker. The locker being widened by a board and secured by a side and end piece. It will make them a very comfortable place to sleep. The Phoenix is all ready for sea & would have sailed this afternoon but the pilot did not think the wind quite strong enough. We went down with a view to the embarkation of Mr. Parker & the boys, but we returned and Cap. Allyn with us; he took tea at our house. In the evening a social prayer meeting was held at the house of Mr. Bingham in reference to the expected departure of Mr. P. and our two sons. • Saturday Decr. 17 1836. Soon after sun rise the signal gun was fired from the Phoenix. Our little boys were already up and full of excitement in prospect of getting away. We took our breakfast hastily and attended morning prayer The little boys bid their mother & sisters an affectionate farewell and I led them 6 �LEVI VOLUME 21 down to the wharf at the point near which the ship was moored. A boat was pretty soon sent to take us off. The boys stepped in very cheerfully ~ and when we came along side they climed cheerfully up the side of • the vessel which is to carry them away from all whom they have felt to be near & dear on earth. They appeared to be well satisfied with their berth and manifested no reluctance to staying on board. As soon as the vessel was ready to start r told them it was best they should take off their common day clothes and put on their night clothes. To this they readily submitted and when they had made the exch. they laid themselves down in their berth. The feelings were very tender and they could not look at me without weeping: for tho. Warren Fay had seemed to feel before that a separation was about to take place, yet Evarts had not till now realized it, and both seemed to feel as r leaned over them and gave them a few words of parting counsel that the time was near when they should see me no more. r asked them whether they wished to send any word back to their mother. Their hearts were too full to speak. Warren Fay however said Give my love to all the children. As the time had come for me to leave them r called Mr .Parker from on deck wishing the little boys to see a friend by their side as r left them ~ to see them probably no more on earth. r pressed their lips with affection and telling them severally to be good took my leave and passing brother P. exchanged with him • the apostolic salutation of a kiss of charity and hastened on deck. Bidding the Cap. and mate farewell r descended the side of the vessel into the boat of the pilot and with him came into the harbor ~ he going on board of a ship wh. he was about to take out & r to the shore. Mr. Bingham set out for Kaneohe to spend the Sabbath and organize a church there. Sabbath Deer. 18 1836. Mr. Smith performed all the duties of the Sabbath at the native Chapel. Owing to the ill health of Mr. Diell, and the absence of Mr. Bingham & Mr. Tinker there was no service in the Seamens Chapel either in the morning or evening. Monday 19. Dr. Judd arrived from Maui ~ having left Mr .Spaulding somewhat better, though in a critical state. He proposes a sea voyage as the only thing affording any promise in his case of averting a settled decline. Mr. Tinker returned from a tour of the island having been absent a little than 6 days including the Sabbath, which he spent at Waianae. • Mr. Bingham returned from Kaneohe having assisted in the organization of a church at that place. Friday Decr. 23 1836. By the Barque Columbia from the Columbia River letters have been reed. from Mr.Daniel Lee also from Missionaries of the Board that have arrived in the country. 7 �LEVI VOLUME 21 Just after sun set a ship made its appearance coming round Diamond HilL When I first saw her I conjectured it was an armed vesseL I formed this conjecture from noticing a wind saiL Still the thought • occurred that it might be a merchantman having passengers on board: and this proved to be the case. A little after 8 o'ck to our no small joy a large package was brought contg. letters just sent on shore from the vessel in the offing, which is the Hamilton, Cap. Barker and we were gratified to learn that missionaries were on board of the Methodist connexion destined for the N.W. coast. Saturday Deer. 24 1836. The Methodist Missionaries are now among the families. They consist of Dr. & Mrs. White & Mr. & Mrs. Beers & Mr. Wilson, and three single ladies Misses Pitman, Johnson & Dawning. Had a meeting on their arrival at the Mission at the house of Mr. Bingham ~ Two prayers were offered and hymn sung. Mr. & Mrs .. Dimond arrived from Kaneohe. Friday Decr. 30 1836. The Princess Harrieta Keopuolani died this morning about 10 o'ck. A single gun was fired at the Fort and the flag hoisted half mast. Every thing remained still and very little wailing was heard until evening. During the evening and night there was considerable wailing yn the neighborhood of the King's residence. '. Saturday Decr. 311836. This morning Mr. & Mrs. Spaulding and their two children embarked in the ship Adeline, Cap. Buckley for the U.S. they arrived here on the 27th from Lahaina where a meeting had been held by the br. of Maui & Molokai on the subject of their taking passage in the Adeline, and the unanimous opinion expressed of the expediency of the measure. A meeting of as many of the br. of this island as could come together was convened and they concurred in the decision of the windward brethren. Tuesday Jan. 311837. A protracted meeting commenced this morning. The house was not overflowing though the cong. was somewhat larger than is ordinarily the case on the Sabbath. Mr. Bingham preached at 10 o'ck & Mr. Smith at 3 o'ck P.M. Saturday Feby. 41836 [1837]. The funeral ceremonies of the Princess took place this afternoon with much display of sumptuous kahilis & military parade of Sandwich Island grandeur. The remains were brought to the native chapel followed by a concourse of chiefs, foreigners and common natives. The sermon was preached by Mr. Bingham. At the close of the exercises the remains were carried back to the • place whence they were taken, there to remain until removed to MauL Monday Feby 6 1837. The protracted meeting was continued until this afternoon, and closed with exercises appropriate to the Monthly Concert, conducted by Mr. Smith. 8 �LEVI VOLUME 21 Thursday Feby 9 1837. Have been occupied yesterday & to day in making a shipment of lumber & other supplies for Lahainaluna on board the Brig Diana bound for Maui & Hawaii. ". The supplies sent to Lahainaluna amount to nearly $2000 dollars. I send also some supplies for other stations ~ The Brig goes to Lahaina first; afterward to Kawaihae & then to Kealakekua Bay. The freight amounts to $111.62 payable to Mr. French. Mr. Burnham who arrived from Lahainaluna on the 29th ult. assisted in selecting & shipping the lumber, and has taken passage in the Brig to return to his labors in the boys department of the High School. Monday Feby 20 1837. The brethren who went to Ewa to attend the protracted meeting which has been held there returned today. Mr. Smith was present during all the days of the meeting which commenced on Tuesday afternoon last & closed yesterday. Mr. Bingham went down on Saturday, the health of Mrs. B. not allowing of his going sooner. Mr. Tinker remained at this station to attend to duties connected with the press. He however made an exchange with Mr. Parker for the Sabbath ~ going to Kaneohe on Saturday & returning to day. Mr. P. came up on Saturday & returned this morning. He preached in English at the Chapel on Sabbath morng. besides • conducting the usual native exercises and attending the native prayer meeting at sun rise . Monday March 61837. I arose at a quarter past 8 o'ck this morng. to get in readiness various articles to send to Maui & Hawaii in the Brig Diana which is expected to sail today. I was incessantly occupied until 4 o'ck in the afternoon at which hour the vessel was expected to sail; but she did not get off till near sun down. Mr. Charles R. Smith and family took passage for Lahaina, where they intend to remain and they wish to occupy for a season the house vacated by Mr. Spaulding. His design is to obtain a tract of land at Haiku for the purpose of agriculture ~ or rather cultivating the mulberry for the silk worm . . also cotton & cane, should his plans succeed. Mr. Colkin who is employed at Lahainaluna and came down some time ago in the Schr. Hooikaika returned in the Diana. Mr. Forbes also took passage for Kealakekua. He arrived here from Kaawaloa with his family a week ago today. The health of Mrs. Forbes is somewhat delicate, which was the cause of their visit at the present • time . Mrs. Forbes and the children remain and expect to continue here till after general meeting. Mr. E will labor at his station till the time arrives for assembling to attend Gen. meeting. 9 �LEVI VOLUME 21 Tuesday March 7 1837. Mr. & Mrs. Smith set out for Ewa. Mr. Smith will proceed to Waialua where a protracted meeting commences today. Mrs. S. will remain at Ewa. • Monday March 13. Mr. & Mrs. Smith arrived this evening from Ewa. The protracted meeting has been attended with happy results. The Spirit of God has evidently been with them and they hope that some few have been born again. The Opupele arrived yesterday from KauaL Dr. & Mrs. White of the Oregon Mission took passage down & returned in her. Their stay at Kauai was necessarily short. The Opupele sailed again this evening for Koloa. I had time only for a hasty letter or two & to forward 100 cash for Mr. Alexander. The Schooner Clarion, Cap. Henry Paty arrived from Payta 25 days. The Governments of Peru & Chili are in a state of warfare against each other. Friday March 17 1837. The ship Europa Cap. Shaw sailed for Valparaiso. Mr. Townsend a scientific gentleman who crossed the Rocky Mountains and arrived here some time ago i. from the Columbia River took passage. I wrote several letters and sent all the letters that were on hand by this conveyance. Thursday March 23rd. The Brig Rose 126 days from Boston via Callao arrived this day. The news we gain by this vessel is that the Barque Jones, Cap. Merril, cleared from Boston for Honolulu via New York on the 21st day of October. The mate of the Rose reports that he was informed by the mate of the ship Florence that some body was about to charter that vessel to bring out missionaries to the Sandwich Islands. Tuesday March 28. The remains of Dr. Meredith Gardiner, who died on Sabbath morning, were buried this afternoon in the grave yard of the mission. This Gentleman was a native of Scotland and first arrived at the islands in 1833 on his way to Columbia River as physician to the Hudson's Bay Co's. establishment at Fort Vancouver. He was attacked with an affection of the lungs and left his station and returned to these islands in the fall of 1835. Here he remained suffering under the diseas which was upon him till his death. His mind became seriously impressed while at Vacouvre: and on his arrival here he communicated his views to Mr. Diell & Mr. Bingham and others. He took up the study of the Scriptures and pursued diligently the subject of religion. • His hope became firm & consistent and he made a profession of religion and partook with the church at this place of the Sacrament. His course has been uniform and honorable and his end was peace. His mortal part rests beside the remains of our brother Shepard. 10 �LEVI VOLUME 21 A protracted meeting commenced at Kaneohe ~ Mr. Tinker & Smith go to assist Mr. Parker. Sabbath April 2 1837. This evening a sermon was preached in the Chapel by Mr. Diell on the occasion • of Dr. Gairdners death. The house was pretty well filled and the sermon an interesting one. Monday ApI. 3. We are sorry to learn that the grog shops have been licenced for another year, thirteen or fourteen at $100 each. We understand that the King alone is responsible for this act. The Meeting at Kaneohe has been an interesting one. The Spirit of the Lord is evidently operating on the minds of the people. Friday April 7th 1837. The Chiefs are making preparations to sail for Maui with the remains of the Princess. The chiefs people are shipping their baggage and getting ready to sail, tomorrow being the day set for sailing. The following vessels are in waiting: Don Quixote Becket Paalua Victoria • Opupele Hooikaika Puahulale Kuala Keola I send various articles in the Opupele for Lahainaluna & Wailuku. Saturday April 8. Our Methodist brethren embarked this afternoon in the Brig Diana for Columbia River. They give Cap. Hinckley & Mr. Jones who are joint owners of the Diana eighteen hundred dollars for carrying them and their effects to the seat of the Hudson's Bay Co. at Vancouvre. The vessel sailed at about 5 o'ck. Owing to unfavorable weather the chiefs postponed their sailing till next week. The wind has been strong from the mountains yesterday & today accompanied with rain. • Sabbath ApI. 91837. Just before 2 o'ck P.M. a vessel made her appearance off Diamond Hill, which proved to be a Bark displaying America Colors. After she came to anchor it was perceived that she displayed a Bethel Flag. As we were about going to native service Mr. Johnstone who had gone off to the 11 �LEVI VOLUME 21 vessel & returned, announced that the Vessel is the Mary Frazier 116 days from Boston with 32 missionaries for this mission on board. This fact was announced by Mr. Bingham to the natives from the pulpit. '. Monday ApI. 10th. After breakfast Mr. Bingm. Dr. Judd & myself walked to the residence of Kinau with a view to obtain a conveyance on board. On making the application we learned that we could not obtain her double canoe and we were advised to apply to the King who was on board the Don Quixote. We proceeded to Mr. French's wharf where we found one of the boats of the vessel and went off on board. The King was pleasant and engaged very cheerfully to furnish a boat ~ While on board we perceived two boats coming in from the Mary Frazier and we perc.eved that several of the missionaries were on board. They landed at pakaka and we were very soon with them upon the wharf, and gave and received cordial salutation. Arrangements were immediately made for getting the rest of the missionaries on shore. The King furnished his large barge and before noon all were on shore. They assembled after calling upon the chiefs, at the house of Mr. Bingham all the brethren & sisters of the station were present. Two prayers were offered in succession and a hymn sung at the commencement and close of the interview afterward the new missionaries dispersed among the families of the station to take dinner. Several of the br. & sisters went off after dinner on board their vessel again to lodge and make further • arrangements to leave. The Sab. Sch. concert was observed in the evening at the house of Mr. Tinker and most of the new br. & sisters were present. Tuesday ApI. 11 th 1837. The Mary Frazier was towed into the harbor this morning and moored along side of Ladd & Cos. wharf and during the day all the baggage of the missionaries was landed and drawn up to the mission houses. We have with us of the new helpers Rev. Mark Ives & wife, Mr. Castle & wife & Mr. Munn & wife ~ Mr. Castle is designated by the Board as assistant in the Secular department of the mission. Wednesday Ap. 12. King & Chiefs sailed for Maui quite a fleet. Thursday ApI. 13. Having chartered the Brig Clarion at $15 pr. day to go to Hilo, Kailua & Kawaihae to bring the families down to Gen. Meeting. She was despatched this afternoon. I shipped various supplies both for Maui & Hawaii, it being stipulated that the vessel stop at Lahaina going up. Gov. Adams took • passage also Dr. Peabody & Mr. Thompson. Monday April 17 . The Clementina arrived from the Coast of California having on board as passengers the formerly ejected Catholics Messrs. Batchelor & Short. The Govt. are exceedingly displeased with the 12 �LEVI VOLUME 21 Captain for allowing them a passage and have required him to take them away again and also ordered them to depart. • Saturday April 29th 1837. The Schooner Hooikaika arrived this morning and brought to the Gen. Meeting Messrs. Green, Armstrong, Hitchcock & Rogers & their families also Miss Brown. Shortly after the arrival of the Hooikaika the Clarion hove in sight bringing from Hawaii Messrs. Coan, Thurston & Lyons and their families together with MI. Forbes and from Lahaina MI. Andrews & his family. At the same time a whaling ship in the roads displayed a white flag as signal of having missionaries on board. These were MI. Clark & family & Mr. Dibble and his two children. Thus have arrived in the short space of an hour or two 21 adult missionaries and 23 children. These all find accommodations either with the families of this station or in comfortable houses of the natives in the neighborhood. Saturday ApI. 29. Chartered the Hooikaika for 70 dollars to go to Kauai for the families of that island. Dr. Andrews & wife went down to accompany the family of Mr. Gulick should they think it expedient to come up. Sabbath April 30. On the afternoon of this day Mrs. C. was confined with a son. • Tuesday May 21837. MI. Baldwin & family & Miss Ogden arrived in a whaling ship from Lahaina. Wednesday May 3rd 1837. Gen. Meeting was organized this afternoon. Mr. Green was chosen Moderator. L. Chamberlain Scribe. R. Tinker asst. Scribe. and Messrs. Andrews, Green & Tinker Committee of Overtures. Wednesday May 31st 1837. Mr. Hitchcock & MI. Munn took passage in the Schr. Hooikaika for Molokai. MI. H. agreed to give the Cap. 10$ pI. day from the time of putting in cargo until her discharge at Kaluaaha. Friday June 2nd. Messrs. Clark, Dibble, Armstrong & Lafon took passage in the Becket for Lahaina, with natives amounting to 15 in all for the passage of whom and for the baggage of the families, I paid the sum or $37. Haalilio remitting the passage money of the missionaries & their wives. • Monday June 5th. The Opupele sailed for Kauai with the families of Messrs. Whitney, Alxr. & Johnson. Friday June 16 1837. The Hooikaika sailed towards evening for Lahaina. The following families took passage. Viz. Messrs. Baldwin, Conde & Ives also Miss Ogden & Miss Brown. I paid $40 for frt. and passage. 13 �LEVI VOLUME :2l Saturday June 17. The King sailed again in the Don Quixote for MauL He came down about 10 days • ago to adjust business relative to the Catholics which had been put on board the Clementine. He has • < - . replied to the Consuls & Mr. Dudoit and disclaimed any intention to seize the vessel: but refuses to allow the men to come on shore and persists in requiring that the vessel in which they came shall take them away. Monday June 19 ~ The Schooner Victoria sailed this afternoon for the windward bound first to Maalea having on board 100 empty barrels for Ladd & Co. The following families take passage Namely Mr. Green for Wailuku to be landed at Maalea. Mr. Coan, Dr. Andrews & Mr. Wilcox & families for Hilo, whence the vessel is to proceed after landing the passengers & goods for Maalea. Sabbath June 25th 1837. The Flibberty Jibbett sailed this afternoon. It is said her destination is Valparaiso and her object to carry despatches from the Eng. & Amer. consuls to the Fleets on the Coast praying for Governmental interference in respect to the forcible embarkation of the Jesuits Messrs Bachelot & Short on board the Brig. Clementine. The Flibberty is commanded by Cap. Jules Dudoit the owner of the Clementine. Monday June 26. Mr. Gulick & family left for their station on board the Schr. Paalua, which has been • despatched for Kauai to ascertain what has become of the Schr. Opupele, which sailed three weeks ago with the other families for Kauai ~ Viz. Messrs. Whitney, Alexander & Johnson ~ and Kapiolani, and was to have returned immediately. Some solicitude is felt on her account. Wednesday June 28. The Flibberty Jibbett returned having put back on acct. of a leak. Saturday July 1st. The E Jibbett sailed again. The Paalua returned from Kauai, also the Opupele which had been detained by calms and an adverse current. Messrs. Hooper & Peck and also part of the crew of an Eng. whaling ship which had been wrecked together with Kapiolani & her attendants embarked in the Opupele at KauaL The Becket sailed this afternoon for the windward, on board of wh. the families of Kona & Waimea, Hawaii, embarked for their stations.Mr. French chartered the vessel of the King for his own business and with him I made a bargain for the passage of the families & the carriage of their effects. Three hundred dollars are the terms. He goes himself as passenger and would have taken his mistress with him but for the • feelings of the families who utterly refused to go in the vessel if she were to be on bd. Monday July 3rd 1937. Dr. Judd & family set out for Waialua this forenoon. Saturday July 8. The English Ship of war, Sulphur Cap. Belcher arrived ~ is a vessel on a voyage of 14 �LEVI VOLUME 21 I. surveyor discovery to the North. Her arrival I trust will be opportune for making some settlement of the difficulty in regard to the Catholics. Sabbath July 9th 1837. The Ship of War Sulphur was brought into the harbor. No Salute was fired. In this however we were disappointed expecting or rather fearing that the Sabbath would be violated by the discharge of cannon, and an occasion perhaps found for complaint ~ or an allegation of disrespect brought against the Government. A Brig arrived from the N.W. coast which brought letters from The Missies. of the Board recently established among the Nez Perces indians, also from some of our friends of the Methodist Mission who left us early in April for the Columbia. Monday July 10. A French Frigate of a large class arrived this morning and anchored in the Roads. The Cap. of the Sulphur had an interview with the Chiefs on the subject of releasing the Catholics in other words allowing them to return on shore. To this Kinau wd. not give consent. The Capn. of the French Frigate also called present the Eng. & Am. Consuls together with the Cap. of the Eng. ship, all urged that the chiefs allow the Catholics to return on shore. Kinau wd. not give consent. It was threatened • to retake the vessel and set the men on shore. Kinau said, If you put those men on shore, you take the country. Mr. Bingham acted as interpreter and it was a no pleasant service. Had much insult offered to him by the Eng. Consl and Com. of the Eng. ship. Soon after the officers of the vessel had left, the Eng. consul returned, and inquired after Kinau. She had stepped out. When she came in, he wished me to say to her that the Captains had decided to hold the harbor in a state of blockade, and they would permit no native vessel to leave the harbor. That the Clementine had been taken possession of by boats from the Sulphur and the men set on shore, or were to be set on shore. She said you have then taken the island. If you have put those men onshore you have taken the government. The consul said he had nothing to do with laying the blocade this was the decision of the two Captains and the French Captain had given orders for 300 of his men to come on shore. Kinau asked for what. He answered to protect Mr. Bachelot. Kinau said We protect him ~ nothing will hurt him on board the vessel. • The Consul wished Kinau to write to the King to come down and urged the proprity of her writing as it would save trouble. She said, "Why should I write, you have taken the land, you take away my authority and the authority of the King. This the Consul denied. 15 �LEVI VOLUME 21 As Mr. Bingham & myself returned from the house of Kinau we saw the English ensign flying from the main mast of the Clementine. In the evening we heard that the Catholics had been sent on shore. Kinau as • I heard censured Phelps for allowing them to come on shore or for not preventing their landing. Phelps) I suppose) has command of the sea shore. Just about dark the Clementine left the harbor for Lahaina. A Schooner (Kuala) also sailed for Lahaina notwithstanding the blockade. Tuesday July 11th 1837. Things have remained quiet. Have not myself been down in town; but understand that the streets are very stilL Wednesday July 12. Last night a company of sailors with fife and drum passed up the road by the mission houses. They were quite noisy and stopped opposite Mr. Binghams gate and used profane & abusive language in respect to Mr. B. & the missionaries. Friendly natives were about looking at the movements of these fell?ws. This afternoon a small schooner sailed for Lahaina ~ She was not molested notwithstanding what was said about the ports being in a state of blockade. \ :. Saturday July l:5,th. This morning the Clementine was at anchor in the roads) and came early into the . . \ ... harbor. In the afternoon arrived from Lahaina and letters were recd. from the brethren. She sailed \ . . the Victoria .. from this port of1 th~ 19th ulto. was 40 hours from hence to Maalea) and 10 days from Oahu to Hilo ~ from Wailuku to Hilo".? days. Onthe 8th inst. she was at Lahaina. Sailed probably from on the 4th or 5th inst. as the latest date froin Hilo waS July 4th. The news from Lahaina respecting the King is that he may be expected to come down with Gov. Adams for whom he has sent and the other chiefs about the middle of next week. Mr. Baldwin speaks of the behavior of Lt. Peck who went to Lahaina in command of the Clementine as "Friendly & pleasant". Things are very quiet so far ~ indeed there has nothing occurred on the part of the people to make it otherwise; and it is said the men of the ships of war are not allowed liberty on shore. Monday July 17 1837. This afternoon Mrs. Chamberlain set off for Koolau to attend upon Mrs. Parker in a season of domestic trial expected. She will stop tonight at the house at Nuuanu where Messrs. Tinker • & Hall & families are residing at present. Tuesday evening July 18. Nalimu our native man returned from Koolau & brought notice of the safe arrival of Mrs. C. at Mrs. P.s station. 16 �LEVI VOLUME 21 Wednesday July 191837. Examination of Schools of Honolulu. Thursday July 20. Walked to Waikiki to examine the schools of that district. • The King & Chiefs arrived from Lahaina ~ Gov. Adams is one of the number. Mr. Bishop has also returned. He came down in the Paalua. Friday July 21st. An ahaolele has taken place to day at Hale Kauwila between the commanders of the Two ships of war and the King and chiefs. The Chiefs requested the presence of Mr. Bingham & myself ~ Mr. Andrews was afterwards sent for and Mr. McDonald was also present, and Mr. Brinsmade. Between 12 and 1 o'clock the Gent. came consisting of the two commanders and the Eng. & Am. Consuls and several officers from both vessels. After saluting the King they took seats and the French Captain opened his business. He made use of Gravier as an interpreter; but he did not succeed to the satisfaction of the King and the King referred to Mr. Bingham as his interpreter ~ Objections were immediately raised against him by the English Captain as well as the French Captain together with the English Consul ~ The request was made by the Eng. Captain that Mr. B. be ordered to leave the room as his very presence would awe the King. The order however was not given and Mr. Bingham remained. The principal part of the business of the Commanders appeared to be to get the consent of the Govt. that the two persons remain until they • - could obtain aTl opportunity of getting to Valparaiso. The King stood his ground that they should not remain, ,anet. 4~ requested that the Commander would take them away. This they said was out of the question. The King was unwilling to consent to their remaining because they had formerly made the same plea ~ their wishing tp remains only till they could get away. The Business clo~ed this day without coming to any decision and the meeting was adjourned till tomorrow at 10 o'ck a.m, Saturday July 22nd. The jIleeting was continued, Mr. Andrews acted as interpreter. No other one of the mission was present. The Business of the Catholics was settled by the King's consenting that the Catholics remain until an opportunity shall present for their getting away. They are to embrace the first opportunity of leaving the islands either for Valparaiso, Lima, Manilla or any other port of the civilized world. The Captains pledged themselves on their part that they shall comply with the order of the Chiefs to depart. • A bill of damages was brot. in by Dudoit against the govt. for detention of the Clementine amtg. to $20,77833/100. Monday July 24th 1837. The Capn. of the French ship had an interview with the King & Chiefs on the 17 ------------------ �LEVI VOLUME 21 subject of a Stipulation of Amity the substance of which is that the French be at liberty to come & go & receive the protection of the Govt. on the same conditions other nations ~ as Eng. & the U.S. ~ To this the • King acceded. A document was presented by Cap. Belcher for the signature of the King.~ the meaning of which was not obvious at first. To this the King signed his name evidently, I believe, under a mistake as to its true meaning. The Article commenced as follows: Ke ae aku nei au i ke ano au e manao ai he pololei ~ &c. He, I have reason to think, on signing the article, supposed to consent to the interpretation himself had put upon the Treaty of Lord RusseL ~ <Ca' u e manao ai he pololei". The mistake was not corrected until he had signed the paper and the officer had gone who presented it for his signature. Mr. Andrews was the translator & I supposed the King to have been acquainted with the purport of the article before I was called. Having been called unexpectedly and not having any previous knowledge of the business and seeing the translation in Mr. Andrews hand writing ~ I was not particular on looking into the meaning, and I did not perceive its import, till after the Kings signature had been given. He previously to signing the paper showed it to the Chiefs. I think this document is designed as a trap. • Both ships ~ailed this evening. They departed without a salute. They came as they went. Saturday JuLy f:Q l837. The Briganteen Peru, Cap. Kilham arrived this morning. Mr. Peirce supercargo. In thilS· v:esse1 have arrived several missionaries for the Oregon of the Episcopal Methodist denomination ~ namely Mr. & Mrs ..Leslie rnd three children,.. all daughters the eldest about 10 years of age the youngest not far from 5 - Mr. Perkins & a Miss Smith. They will take up lodgings in our neighborhood. A young man by the name of James Jarves son of Deming Jarves has come passenger in this vesseL He will be accommodated in the house with Mr. Brinsmade. Tuesday Augt. 1 1837. Gov. Adams sailed for Maui & Hawaii in the Schr. Hooikaika. We had been in hopes of having the use of the Hooikaika for the return of Mr. Andrews & to carry Mr. Bliss & Bailey to their to their stations. A Barque arrived from Eng. bound to CoL River,.. Mr. Leslie & Company expect to take passage in her. • 18 � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0021 - 1836.11.12 - 1837.08.01 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1836.11.12 - 1837.08.01 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/a7497c1bfefbcd5d5caa3490f4650d5c.pdf d25ee6a14277fcc0025b90dca42e0e19 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 22 Volume XXII • August 3, 1837 ; September 28, 1838 • Thursday Augt. 3rd 1837. Mr. Brinsmade wrote me a note this morning requesting me to meet him at the house of Kinau to interpret for him some thoughts which he wished to lay before the king and chiefs. I complied with his request; but he was not able to meet the King. Kinau, Auhea, Liliha & Paki were present. He proposed that the Chiefs should institute a School for the instruction of the King & Chiefs in the science of Political economy and law. They thought well of the proposition; and Mr. Andrews was proposed as a teacher. They seemed also disposed to give him a written invitation to become their teacher. Many remarks were made to them on the subject of their being enlightened on points of civil policy, and the laws of nations ~ that they might know how to meet public officers and how to advocate their own cause & maintain their own rights. What was said to them was received with much apparent satisfaction; but that effect it will have is not certain. A Brig arrived from China. Her name is Henry Clay, bound to Valparaiso. She came to make some repairs having sustained some injury on her voyage. Saturday Augt. 5. The Becket sailed this evening for Koloa and Waimea. By her I shipped lumber and the effects of Dr. Lafon, which I pay freight at the rate of 5$ pr. ton & 5$ pr. thousand for lumber. Friday Augt. 11 1837. The Henry Clay sailed for Valparaiso. By her I forwd. all the letters on hand. I sent enclosed to Mr. Anderson a copy of our Minutes of the Gen. Meetg. Saturday Augt. 12. Mr. .Leslie and Associates sailed for Columbia River. Dr. Judd came over from Koolal~ &. r~turned again not having accomplished the work he has to do there. Tuesday Augt. 15th. The Becket arrived from KauaL Yesterd~y the Clementine sailed for Christmas island to recover the wreck of the ship Briton, which was commanded by Cap. Benson. Cap. Benson goes in the Clementine probably as captain, expects to be gone about 2 months. Friday 18th. By request ofMr. Andrews the brethren of the station met this evening at my house to converse on the subject of an application of the Chiefs to him to become their teacher, to be supported by them. They are desirous to have regular instruction imparted to them on political economy & jurisprudence and on all subjects connected with government. We listened to Mr. Andrews representation of the case and his willingness to assume the responsibility of the work and on motion of Mr. Bliss seconded by Mr. Bingham we voted that we advise Mr. Andrews to comply with the request of the chiefs to become 1 �LEVI VOLUME 22- their teacher. I cannot be sure as to the precise form of the vote whether it was the above or "That we approve of Mr. • Andrew's accepting the proposal of the chiefs to become their teacher. They are to furnish him a home and to give him a salary of Six hundred dollars beside, and allow him a piece of land to pasture a cow and for cultivation. The brethren present were Brothers Bingham, Tinker, Smith, Dimond, Hall, Bliss, McDonald, Cooke & myself. The meeting was closed with prayer by bro. Andrews. Saturday Aug. 19. 1837. Have heard thro. Mrs. Chamberlain who is still detained at Kaneohe on Mrs. P. acct. that Dr. Judd started yesterday a little after noon for Waialua to bring his family home from thence. Just after dark the Dr. arrived with his family. They have been absent ever since the 3d. of July. The Dr. has been part of the time at Kaneohe separated from his family. His term of attention has not, however, expired; and he expects to return on Monday to wait Mrs. P. confinement. Sabbath Augt. 201837. A messenger arrived from Kaneohe and Dr.Judd set out before night to go over. Monday Augt. 21. Mr. & Mrs. Bailey returned from Kaneohe, where they have been spending some • time with Mr. Parker. By a letter recd. from Mrs. C. learn that Mrs. Parker was confined this morning with a daughter. Tuesday 22. The brethren of this island came together this afternoon to attend to business connected with the interests of the mission. All the brethren of this island were present and of other stations were present Messrs. Andrews, Bliss, McDonald & Bailey. Mr. Bingham was chosen Moderator and Dr. Judd Scribe. Several Commitees were chosen to report on difft. subjects and the meeting adjourned till 8 o'ck in the morning. Wednesday 2Jrd. The meeting was continued through the day but owing to a press of Secular business I was present only during the morng. session. The carts were employed carrying the effects of Messrs. Bliss & Bailey & lumber for Maui & Hilo to the landing to go on board the Brig Peru to sail tomorrow for Maui & Hawaii in which the windward families • wh. have been detained here ever since Gen. Meeting are to take passage for their stations. Thursday Augt. 24 1837. The residue of the baggage of the families was sent down to the Peru, and soon after 10 o'ck the families met at the house of Mr. Bingham to attend prayer. At 11 o'ck the passengers �LEVI VOLUME 22 embarked, consisting of Mr. & Mrs. Andrews & four children, Mr. & Mrs. McDonald & infant and Miss Lucia C. Smith for Lahaina, Mr. & Mrs. Bliss & infant & Mr. & Mrs. Bailey for Kohala, Mr. & Mrs. • Dimond & infant & Mr. & Mrs. Castle who take passage to visit the difft. places where the vessel is to stop and return. About 12 o'ck A.M. the vessel left the harbor. Brethren Bishop, Emerson & Locke retd. to their stations. The Minutes of the proceedings of the meeting were copied & sent to the windward in the care of Mr. Castle. Friday Augt. 25th. Went to Kaneohe in comp.y with Miss Marcia M. Smith and returned with Mrs. Chamberlain. She having been absent 39 days. Miss Smith went over to relieve Mrs. C. and expects to remain about 3 weeks. Reed. a letter by the Becket from Kauai from Mr. Alexander. Mr. & Mrs. Diell returned in the Becket. Learn that some of Dr. Lafon's goods got upset into the sea in landing & were considerably injured. Thursday Sep. 7th. Walked to Waialae, the distance of about 61/2 miles and met the people of that place ofWailupe also & Niu and exhorted them on religious subjects. They assembled in a new school ,• house which was opened now for the first time for a public use. r urged the importance of instructing the children; and at the close of the meeting the teacher Keikinui gave orders that the children assemble every day in the week except Saturday to receive instruction. In the afternoon I requested those who had formerly been members of the Poaha meeting to meet; about 30 assembled and I addressed them on the subject of persevering in the good way as no man having put his hand to the plough & looking back is fit for the Kingdom of God. Friday Sep. 8 1837. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham set out for Ewa on their way to Waialua, where they expect to spend about a month. They take their two youngest children & leave Elisabeth with us. By return of Victoria reed. letters from Mr. Castle & Bliss & from others at the windward also a long communication from Mr. Clark & Armstrong. Saturday Sep. 9. Took tea with Mrs. C. and the children at Mr. Diell's. Sabbath Sep. 10th 1837. Mr. Smith conducted native service twice today. In the evening the Lord's • Supper was celebrated in the Seamen's chapeL Tuesday 12th. The King and suit sailed for the Windward. The King took passage in the Kai. Kekauluohi & attendants embarked in the Schr. Paalua. The Harieta & several other smaller vessels 3 �LEVI VOLUME 22 composed the rest of the fleet. A salute was fired from the Fort on the departure of his Majesty. He will probably be absent for a considerable time. • Mr. Tinker left in the Paalua to make a short visit for the windward. His eyes are diseased and he finds it difficult to study. Friday Sep. 22. By the Victoria which arrived this morning from Lahaina came down Dr. & Mrs. Lafon & Mr. Dibble. Mr. Dibble took his accommodations with us. Saturday 23. Mr. Dibble went to Kaneohe in company with Mr. Cooke. Sabbath 24. Several vessels arrived from Lahaina and Mr. Tinker returned. The Peru arrived also with Mr. & Mrs. Castle & Mr. & Mrs. Dimond. Monday Sep. 25th 1837. The Paalua which arrived yesterday it seems came down after Kinau to go to Lahaina on acct. of illness of Hoapili ~ wahine. She sailed to day in the Paalua. The Victoria also sailed by which I sent the goods of Mr. Andrews which were left in the house of Ehu. Tuesday Sep. 26. Mr. Dibble set out for Ewa, is to return tomorrow. The Unity sailed for Kawaihae by which we sent a few articles for the brethren at Kohala. • Wednesday Sep. 27. The Becket sailed for Lahaina, Mr. Dibble went passenger. I sent lumber & some other articles principally for Lahainaluna. Thursday Sep. 28. An English sloop of war the Imogene Cap. Bruce arrived. We understand she is to be stationed here. The Prussia ship Princess Louisa arrived also the Bark Persia, Cap. Amly, full for home, to sail perhaps in 10 days. Had Mr. Brinsmade & Mr. Jarves to tea. Saturday Sep. 30th. The Kai arrived from Lahaina and brought Kinau. The Paalua also arrived. Monday Octr. 2nd. The Kai sailed again for MauL Several of the Mission family called on Cap. Bruce on board the Imogene. Viz. Dr. Judd. Mr. Smith, Dimond, Hall, Cooke, Castle & myself. We spent about a hour on board. Found the captain very accessible and pleasant. He informed us that several Catholics have embarked for this place on board the Europa. One of them a Bishop who is a Spaniard ~ does not talk Eng. Cap. Bruce was very free to express his • opinion that it would be exceedingly unhappy to have Catholics established herej and when he was applied to by the Bishop on the Coast to use his influence here in his favor he declined and advised him not to come. He also said the Chiefs had a perfect right to forbid them to land. We regard the Captain as a very 4 �LEVI VOLUME 22 candid man and well disposed in favor of good order if not decidedly so in favor of religion. He treated us with politeness and on our inviting him to call upon us he assured us he would do so. • Wednesday Octr. 41837. Cap. Bruce called in company with Mr. Brinsmade upon the families of the mission. Looked at the Bindery and printing office and visited the school of children under the care of Mr. & Mrs. Cooke ~ and made a few remarks to them which were interpreted by Dr. Judd. Thursday Octr. 5. Cap. Bruce and several of his officers took tea at the house of Mr. Dimond also Messrs. Brinsmade & Jarves, Kinau & Kekuanaoa. Most of the brethren & sisters of the station came in after tea & spent the evening. Friday Octr. 6. After retiring to rest, I was aroused about 11 o'ck by somebody knocking at the door. I arose and found it to be Mr. Andrews, who had just come ashore from the Kai which had arrived with the King from Lahaina. The King has come down in order to have communication with the Captain of the British Man of war on the subject of his relations with the British Consul and of the Catholics &c. Saturday Octr. 7th 1837. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham returned from Waialua via Ewa. They arrived about noon. This afternoon had the company of Capts. Almy & Wm. Worth to tea. Monday Octr. 9. The members of the Missn. family were invited to go on board the Frigate Imogene, most of the brethren and sisters went on board, and several of the children. Neither Mrs. C. or myself went ~ my eyes being affected and Mr. C. not being able to leave conveniently her infant. Tuesday 10th. Dr. Lafon & family embarked for Kauai on board the Schr. Kuala which goes down on account of Ladd & Co. Wednesday 11th. The King has had an interview to day with Cap. Bruce; he has had one or two interviews before. Mr. Andrews acted as interpreter. The King has complained of the ill treatment of the consul and communicated some facts in regard to his moral character. And has committed into the Captain's hands an official complaint to be forwarded to the King of Great Britain. Thursday Octr. 12. 1837. The Imogene sailed to day for the Soc. Islands via Hawaii & Kealakekua Bay. The Chiefs sent the Schr. Paalua to accompany the Frigate to that place. • Mr. Brinsmade, we understand, has had an interview with the Capt. of the Imogene, and has given him information of the true state of things - information which he would not have obtained from any other quarter. 5 �LEVI VOLUME n Sabbath October 21st. The Paalua arrived last night'or this morning from Hawaii & brought letters from the windward. Letters from Mr. Lyons state that the people of Waimea are in an interesting state. 70 • persons stand propounded for admission into the Church. Tuesday 24th. The King and fleet sailed this afternoon. Mr. Andrews left and set sail with the King. The Ship Howard Cap. Worth sailed this afternoon on her homeward bound passage. I sent all the letters which I had on hand. The Peru sailed for Lahaina in company with the King. It is said she will return and take on board Messrs. Bachelot & Short and then proceed on her voyage to Valparaiso. Wednesday Octr. 25th 1837. Walked to Koolau in company with Mr. Castle to the station ofMr. Parker. Our object was to examine the walls of the new house which he is now building laid up by Antone & company. They are not laid in a workman like manner & he should not be paid full price for the job. Returned the same day walked all the way. We were 3~3/4 going over & 4 hours returning. Mrs. Hall went to Ewa. Monday Octr. 30th. The Brig Peru which sailed for Lahaina in company with the King's fleet returned and anchored in the roads. Towards [?] she was got underway & proceeded on her voyage. We understand, • Mr. Short one of the proscribed Catholics took passage for Valparaiso in this vessel. Mr. Bachelot is said to be ilL An illness Dr. Rooke says occasioned by his confinement on board the Clementine. Tuesday Octr. 31. Mr. & Mrs.. Castle set out for Kaneohe for a short visit. They were accompanied by Mr. & Mrs.. Cooke. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham went to Manoa. Wednesday Novr. 1st. Mr. Marine, the oldest resident on Oahu was buried this afternoon. I have been informed that he has been on this island 35 years. He was formerly much employed as an interpreter to in the transaction of business between the foreigners & chiefs. He has left quite a family of children. Several captains took tea in company with Mr. Brinsmade and remained to our weekly lecture. Their names are as follows. Lawrence, Chase, Pease & Barney. Thursday Novr. 2nd 1837. The ship Europa which has been expected for a considerable time arrived. She was boarded by the Pilot and not brought to anchor as she had passengers. This was in compliance • with the directions of Kinau. The Captain and owner came on shore & in company with the Eng. Consul called upon the chiefs. The act of prohibition to anchor was declared to be a violation of Treaty. Kekuanaoa went off on board the Europa standing off and on and made inquiry respecting the passengers. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Three are said to be Peruvian officers & T\vo are Catholics. The ship came to anchor soon after Kekuanaoa • . ----- ... left, as the Chiefs had no disposition to keep the vessel off. They though it necessary to use precaution because of the information imparted by Cap. Bruce of the Imogene. The Catholic Bishop and others which embarked from Valparaiso obtained a vessel at the Soc. Islands and have proceeded to Asscension. The Chiefs have given permission to land, the Chiefs requiring a more particular account of their objects & professions than they had given. One of them as a man by the name of Murphy who is a known Catholic and has been at the islands before. There was a good deal of excitement in town on account of the steps taken by the Chiefs. Dr. Judd was employed to translate the correspondence which passed between the passengers & the Government. Friday Novr. 3 1837. The Europa came into the harbor this morning. It is well that no prohibition was laid upon the vessel and that she got into the harbor, as the wind is now blowing on shore. Just before evening Mr. & Mrs. Emerson with two of their children arrived here by the way of Kaneohe. They are making a tour of the island. Monday 6th. Messrs. Castle & Cooke returned from another part of the island. From Kaneohe to went .• to Waialua in one day and left the latter place this morg via Ewa. Their wives are at Kaneohe. Tuesday 7th. Mr. Castle walked to Kaneohe and will return with his wife. Thursday [V!ednesday] 8th. A singular phenomenon of the tide was witnessed last evening: the sea returned much farther than usual & vessels near the shore grounded ~ the sea returned again and rose to high water mark, all this in the space of about half an hour. The rising & falling was repeated many times and conrinued thro. the night ~ diminishing in the degree of the fluctuation till the equilibrium was restored. It has been occasioned doubtless by an earthquake or volcanic action. Tuesday Novr. 21st. By letters this day recd. for Hilo we learn that the phenomenon of the tide witnessed here on the evening of the 7th was experience at Hilo with desolating effect. Mr. Lyman in a short poscript states that on the evening of the 7 at about half past 6 o'ck the sea was noticed by a few persons to return several rods from the shore, it returned shortly and the first surf swept every thing before it which was not more that 8 or 10 feet above the 1ngest water mark. on the 8 ~ the bodies of eleven persons • were found and enterred on the 9th. Mr. Coan gives a more particular account of the catastrophe ~ and he states the height of the surge to be 15 feet and upwards. The brethren had just commenced a protracted meeting at the time this event took place. The meeting was an interesting one and many they hope have 7 �LEVI VOLUME n experienced a change of heart. Miss Smith came over to day from Kaneohe accompanied by Dr. Judd who had made a visit to Mr. • Parker's to attend to the arm of his little child. Thursday Novr. 23d. To day the Schr. Honolulu, formerly Missionary Packet which has been purchased by Mr. Dudoit sailed from this port for Ascension and carries Mr. Bachelot & !viagriet, French Catholics. The Lord grant that every attempt of the Man of Sin to establish his domination over the consciences of men may be defeated. Saturday Novr. 25th 1837. The Griffon arrived this morning from St .Blas. She bring news from the U.S. as late as the 5th of August. The merc.antil interests throughout the country were suffering tremendous & unexampled embarrassments. Great failures in New Orleans & New York had taken place. Great failures had also happened in England. We get the intelligence also of the death of King William 4th, and the accession of Queen Victoria to the Throne. Sabbath 26th. The ship which carries Mr. Dibble & Mr. Burnham to America passed along this morning. Cap. Forsdick & Mr. Burnham came on shore. We met with Mr. B. at the chapel after the close of • divine service, and learned that Mr. D. would not come on shore and that the cap. would go off again in the course of the day. Being desirous to secure, if possible, a passage for Mr. Gulick's son Halsey, I went in pursuit of the Cap. & found him. I proposed the subject of a passage for the lad & of the vessel's stopping at Kauai to take him in. The Cap. said he could not possibly do it, as he had taken in all his recruits, and should not be justified in turning out of his way to take in a passenger. Tuesday Novr. 28th 1837. The Sarah & Caroline sailed to day for Boston. I shipped a number of boxes of curiosities by her and sent some letters ~ The majority of our letters & all our freight for the South has been reserved to go by the Jones. Saturday Deer. 2th. The Griffon sailed for Canton. Mrs. Little accompanied her husband. She is expected to return in five months. Sabbath 3rd. The Sacrament of the Lords Supper was administered in the native ChapeL There were a number of admissions to the Church. Our native woman Puali was one of the number. She was baptised by • the name of D?] Ioarmah. Io~ma . Mr. Brinsmade made an address at the close of the communion service, which was interpreted by Mr. Bingham. 8 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Tuesday Decr 4th. The Brig Clementine sailed for Panama with passengers among them are Messrs. Brinsmade, Peck & Jarves son ofMr. Deming Jarves. Mr. Brinsmade goes to the U.S. with a view to return • with his wife ~ hopes to be back in 10 months. Mr. .Peck expects to be absent a longer time. Tuesday Deer. 19th. This day Bark Jones, Cap. Merrill, sailed for New York. We shipped by her about 1 1/2 tons of freight, which by the kindness of Cap. Dominis was card. ft. free. Mr. Smith moved to his new dwelling at the N.W. part of the village. His School house was opened for the first time by a religious service performed by Mr. Bingham. One thousand or more persons were present. Monday January 8th 1838. A protracted meeting which commenced on Sabbath Deer. 31st 1837 or more properly on Monday Jany. 1st 1838, came to a close yesterday. the number of days of continuous meetings was eight. The meeting house was filled, and many sat without by the doors and windows. I think the present meeting has been attended by greater numbers than any previous meeting of the kind. Mr. Bingham is very confident that the Spirit God has been present and that a goodly number have been !. converted. Messrs. Bishop & Emerson were present during nearly the whole time. Mr. Parker came over but remained only one day. Mr. Smith also labored; but Mr. Bingham seemed to lay him self out in labors. Monday Jany. 29th. This day a protracted meeting commences at Waialua ~ Mr. Smith left last week to attend the same. Wednesday Jan. 31st. Kekuanaoa has entered with spirit into the business of laying out the village of Honolulu into squares. He has appointed lunas who have been laying out streets. Some of the foreigners oppose the work others approve of it. Since the protracted meeting the lecture of this day has been attended in the evening. The number who attended this evening was large. Not less than 2000. Thursday Feby 1st 1838. An invitation was given on Sabbath and also last evening to those who entertain the hope that they are renewed in their heart, to assemble this afternoon in connection with the Chuch in the meeting house. Accordingly there was an assembling of such persons from all the places which come into the division belonging to this station, from Moana1ua to Koko. Mr. Bingham estimated • the number present at 1272. These all profess to be born again and to have a hope in the mercy of Christ. Took tea this evening in company with Mr. & Mrs. Castle at the house of Mr. Johnstone. Tuesday Feby 6th. Mr. Smith returned from Waialua, reports that the protracted meeting has been 9 �LEVI VOLUME 22 attended with good results. Thursday Feby 8th. In consequence of an application from Mr. Wilcox for a vessel to bring himself and • wife to this station or Lahaina in order that they may avail themselves of the services of a physican in April I have despatched the schooner Keola which Mr. Ladd has obtained on my account. Sixty dollars is the sum for charter, and I have the privilege of freight which will cause an abatement. The news from Hilo is very encouraging in regard to the work of the Lord. Mr. Coan had made a tour into Puna to hold protracted meetings there, and his labors have been attend with great success. Monday Feby. 19th 1838. The Schr. Keola arrived from Hilo this morning with Mr. & Mrs. Wilcox. The winds were unusually favorable and the schr. arrived at Hilo in less than 7 days passage for this place. She left on Friday evening to return. They have taken up their quarters with us and occupy the adobe house in our yard. The Chiefs have been engaged for two or three weeks past in contriving and effecting alterations in the streets of Honolulu. Their measures are opposed by the English residents and favored by American. The widening or straightening of the streets will be of essential & permanent advantage and everyone who desires the prosperity of the place will be willing to make some sacrifice of property to bring about the • changes contemplated. Thursday Feby 22nd. The ship Factor, Cap. Pearce arrived from Coquimbo. She sailed from Boston in August and has brought us letters from our patrons & friends. A printed circular from the Secretaries of the Board and a letter from Mr. Anderson to the mission of 8 sheets has come to hand. In consequence of the exceeding great pressure of the times the Bd. have found it necessary to abate from the sum specified in their last communications $5600 making our grant $30,000. A letter has come to hand from Mr. Richards dated Wheeling Va. Augt. 1 1837. He expects to embark for these islands in N ovr. We have heard from W. F. and J.E. They are at Chester N.H. in the family School ofN.F. Emerson brother to Mr. E. of this mission. Evarts had been very ill; but was pretty much recovered. The Unitarian minister who was expected to come to this place has not come for want of funds, we hear. • We have a small amount of frt. by the Factor mostly boxes from private sources for individuals. We have reed. Heralds from Mar. to Augt. inclusive and a pretty good supply of publications and some books. Other supplies none and Mr. Hill says we shall probably receive very few for a long time to come. 10 �LEVI VOLUME 22 The debt of the Board continued to be $40,000. Monday March 5th 1838. The Ship Factor Cap. Pearce sailed this afternoon for Canton. She was • detained in port several days by reason of the wind from the sea, in consequence of which we were enabled to multiply our letters. I sent all the letters & communications on hand for America & the East, the opportunity being favorable, as the Cap. of the Factor expects to arrive in the U.S. next August. Tuesday 6th. At quarter before one P.M. of this day set out for Ewa, intending to preceed to Waialua & return via Kaneohe. Tuesday 13th. At 1/4 before 12 o'ck this morning I arrived from Kaneohe in company with Mr. Wilcox. After leaving here for Ewa a week ago on foot having been preceded by Mr. Wilcox on horse back a few hours, I reached Mr. Bishop's in 4 hours and found Mr. W. there. The people are in an interesting state at that station, Mr. & Mrs. Bishop are much engaged. Mr. B. meets with the people morning and evening for worship in the meeting house and devotes most of his time to conversation and private instruction. We attended worship in the evening. When we entered the meeting house the assembly were engaged in prayer lead by one of the Ch. members, who seemed to pray with a good deal of fervor. At the close of the prayer Mr. B. commenced the services by giving out a hymn. • The exercises were conducted after the manner of an ordinary lecture. His subject of discourse was Elijah's enquiry to the children of Israel; How long halt ye between two opinions? &c. He went through with the history of the transaction in connection with which the enquiry was addressed; and made an application of the sentiment in the text. At about 20 min. before 7 o'ck A.M. of the following morning, after having breakfasted and united with the family in morning worship I set out on foot for Waialua, leaving Mr. Wilcox to follow on horse back as soon as a horse for him should be got ready. I was overtaken by Mr. Wilcox about 2/3 of the way to Waialua. We proceeded on together, he walking part of the remaining distance while I rode, thus riding and walking alternately, tho. not precisely equal distances, preferring myself to walk. We arrived at Waialua about 2 0' ck and found all welL Here we remained until Saturday morning, having changed our mind in respect to getting back to Honolulu on Saturday evening, Mr. Emerson being desirous that we should spend the Sabbath at Laie, • where a protracted had been appointed to'commence on Monday evening or Tuesday Ivlorng. We set out on foot for Laie a little before 7 o'ck A.M. to be followed by Kuokoa, one of Mr. E's most efficient Ch. members. At Waimea we held a meeting with about 50 persons to whom notice had been carried of our 11 �LEVI VOLUME 22 coming and intention to hold a meeting at that place. Some of the people were attentive to what was addressed to them, a few were quite light in their behavior. We stopped somewhat more than an hour, and • proceeded on for Waihee where a meeting had been appointed. We arrived at that place a little before 12 o'ck. 150 or 160 people had assembled in the house of Naloloa the head man, whom I addressed. I saw no levity among the people and by some a good degree of attention & interest was manifested. At this place we dined. The head man had spread a table in a neat house adjoining the on one in wh. we had conducted our worship. A turkey well cooked with baked kalo and potatoes was brot. forwd. in china dishes. We were furnished with spoons for the soup & with knives & forks for the meat & vegetables. Two tin quart pots not in silvery brightness served us as tumblers to drink out of. For a native the style of the table and of the provisions was superior; but it would not bear a comparison with our tables. After our repast, having prolonged our stay till about 2 o'ck, we set out for Laie, where we arrived not far from sun set. We were conducted to a decent house which had probably been vacated by the head man to afford accommodations for us. We saw at this place the scite of a house which had been consumed by fire communicated by lightning with which it was struck a few weeks ago. No human lives were lost. The people told us that some hogs • were burnt, and a canoe consumed. A good deal of excitement was produced at the time. The providence I trust will be made use of for good to the people. A little after sun rise on Sabbath morning I attended a prayer meeting convened in the meeting house. The number present might be 150 or 200. At 9 o'ck the shell was blown again for calling the people together ~ they had come in from other quarters and the cong. amounted to 600 or 800. r addressed them as well as r was able, not pretending to officiate as a clergyman. At 1 o'ck a Sab. Sch. was attended. Mr. Wilcox was present. r did not attend, having a head ache. At 3 o'ck the shell was again sounded & at half past 3 o'ck we went to the meeting house. The cong. was not quite so large as it was in the morng ~ some probably residing at a distance having returned: but notwithstanding the number was pretty large. r addressed them on the subject of the Savior's advent and of Salvation thro. him. Kuokoa followed me with remarks, which were pertinent and exhibited a good judgment & a good spirit ~ The subject of remark in the morning was the pouring out of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. The forenoon subject was the destruction of the old world & of the cities of Sodom & Gomorrah ~ the 12 �LEVI VOLUME 22- wicked punished the righteous preserved. In the eveing quite a number came to our house to talk on the subject of religion. Two persons who had • been very great offenders came and confessed their deeds. They appear to have been stirred up within a few months past. I trust the Lord is preparing the minds of the people there for the display of his saving grace. The head man Peka proposed to furnish us with a whale boat and rowers to convey us to Kaneohe. After attending prayers at the house where we slept, we set out on foot for Hauula accompanied by the teacher of that place. It was considered expedient that we should walk to that place while the boat was got ready, and on acct. of the surff some part of the way which would make our passage more uncomfortable by water than by land. At Hauula we took our breakfast consisting of a fowl & baked tab provided by the people and bread & butter brought with us kindly provided by Mr. Emerson. After breakfast we walked a little distance along the shore to the place where the boat had been drawn up to wait for us. It was launched and we set forward. There were 4 rowers a steers man and a boy to baiL Three of the persons were natives of the Soc. Is1ds. From Hauula we kept along the shore, a part of the way very near: our course throughout was inside the • surff and the first part of the way in shoal water. a short distance the water was so shoal that the natives were obliged to get out to lighten the boat and pun it guide it forward by hand. Passing Kahana the swell was considerably high and on one side of the bay we passed so near the breakers as to be incommoded by them. Near Kua10a our course lay through breakers or in such a direction as seemed to be through them. We got along without accident though the swell was high and the ·surff broke in various directions ~ sometimes just before us sometimes behind and on either side. A heavy svyell set into the bay off the eastern point of Kua10a in the direction of Mokopuu. Here we had a smart shower of rain. It was soon over however ~ Near Kualoa a canoe passed us having as we suppose Mr. Tinker on board bound to Laie to attend the protracted meeting, having spent the Sabbath at Kaneohe. We proceeded on our way and about 2 o'ck we landed near Kaneohe and left the boat to return to Laie. We walked on about half a mile to Mr. Parkers and we found the family moved into their new house. Mrs. P. very kindly provided us with refreshment. We spent the night with them and about 8 o'ck • started for Honolulu. The wind was quite strong at the pali and we were overtaken with several smart showers of rain but as we were provided with umbrellas we did not get wet. We arrived at home about 1/4 before 12 o'ck and found all welL I having been absent just about one week. 13 �LEVI VOLUME 22 The Lord be praised for his protecting care over us who journeyed and those who remained at home. Thursday March 221838. This evening a three days meeting has closed at Waikiki ~ from 1200 to 1500 • people have attended ~ assembled from Maonalua and all the intermediate lands including Waikiki ~ Manoa, Makiki & paawa ~ and some people from Honolulu. I attended yesterday & today and it has seemed to me that the attention has been good. The truth of the Lord has been proclaimed with faithfulness and it is believed not without good effects. A considerable number of Chh. members were present and have labored in the work. Mr. Smith commenced a meeting for the children of Honolulu on Monday which has continued this far but is expected to close tomorrow. Monday March 26th 1838. The Barque Suffolk Cap. Allen arrived and has for passengers Mr. & Mrs. Richards. The pilot boat returning from the vessel having the Captain in her gave the first notice of the fact. I went immediately to Kekuanaoa and obtained a boat and went off to the vessel. I was glad to find them comfortable, the health of Mrs. Richards as good as when she left. We talked some time respecting the state of things at the islands and of such incidents as would most naturally first engage the thoughts. The wind was strong and we waited some time for a double canoe to come off and assist us in getting in but • as it did not arrive we set off for the shore without aid. We were a good while in rowing in and got some wet by the spray. We were met by Mr. Bingham and Dr. Judd and others at the Hale Kauila. Mr. Diell came almost immediately with his wagon and received Mrs. Richards into it and rode to the mission house. As soon as the letter bag was opened we began immediately to feast ourselves with its contents. The letters for the different individuals had been carefully assorted and put up in bundles and each obtained without delay his parcel. The Suffolk left Boston on the 7th of Novr. 1837 and was the only vessel expected to sail during the fall. We reed. many domestic letters from Kauai, Maui & Hawaii by vessels which arrived Saturday and yesterday obtained the unpleasant news that Mr. Conde had been burned out. Reed. good news from Hilo & Waimea respecting the work of the Lord in those regions. Things are still in an interesting state at Lahaina. The Suffolk has supplies on board for the mission. The Nereide arrived from Columbia river brings letters from the missionaries of the Board and from the Methodist missionaries at Willammett. 14 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Wednesday Mar. 28, 1838. Mr. Bishop & family arrived from Ewa. In the evening we met as is usual on the evening of this day. Mr. Bishop gave a very interesting narative of the state of religion at his station. • He mentioned some very animating incidents of religious excitement. Thursday Mar 29. Messrs. Emerson & Locke arrived from Waialua in season for breakfast. They started before midnight and pursued their way in the dark. Mr. Parker & family arrived in the afternoon from Kaneohe. A meeting of the island was organised at the house of Mr. Bingham at 10 o'ck. The object of the meeting is to hear the communications from the Board, the report of Mr. Richards, to consider the expediency of dispensing with Gen. Meeting the current year & attending to any other business that may be brought before the brethren. Saturday March 31st 1838. Messrs. Emerson & Locke left early this morning to return to their station with a view to return again to this place with their families and remain until the business of the meeting is completed. Mr. & Mrs. Bishop also returned to Ewa, & Mr. Parker to Kaneohe, to return after the Sabbath. Tuesday April 2nd. The Suffolk was towed or warped into the harbor, and in the afternoon some of our goods were landed, and the light baggage of Mr. Richards. :. The Meeting was renewed this afternoon at 2 o'ck. Mrs. Emerson did not accompany her husband. Saturday ApI. 7. Mr. & Mrs. Richards sailed this afternoon in the Hooikaika for Lahaina, Hoapili having sent her down on purpose to take them up. We sent some articles for Lahaina & Lahainaluna besides Mr. Richards effects. Towards evening a Brig arrived from the Gulf of California bound to Canton and brought a package of letters which were forwarded from the Soc. Islands more than a year ago. Among the letters was a package from Dr. Chapin contg. letters written in Jan. 1836 when on his way home in the ship Mariner, Cap. Coleman, which stopped at the Soc. Islands. Our meeting was adjd. sine die. Sabbath April 8th 1838. Mr. Gulick and his son Halsey arrived from Kauai in the Schr. Keola, having had a long passage. They left on Monday evg. Mrs. Wilcox was confined with a son this morning between the hours of four & six o'ck. • Monday April 16th. A protracted meeting was held last week at Kaneohe. This week a protracted meeting is to be held at v~laiane. Dr. Judd left this morning to join Mr. Bishop for the purpose of attending the meeting. 15 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Mr. Gulick left for his station in the Brig Harieta. Halsey remains to attend Miss Smith's SchooL Saturday 21 th. Dr. Judd returned from Waianae. The protracted has been well attended and the effect • of the meeting has been salutary. Some hardened characters seem to have been humbled. A chief by the name of Haia who has always stood aloof and who at the time Liliha was set aside from the Govt. of this island was one of the most forward to excite commotion, was induced to attend meeting. He stood out some time before he would come to meeting and when he came he said he had a thought for Mr. Bishop. His thought was that he and his wife wanted to be baptised, and would tum now if this rite might be administered to him; that if it were not he would not tum. He was told it could not be done unless he had repented of his sins ~ that baptism could do him no good ~ that it was a sign only and could avail nothing unless the Soul had been previously baptised with the Holy Ghost. He did not appear to be satisfied at first; but afterward seemed to be humbled. He has had some Catholic instruction and had got the notion that baptism is a saving ordinance. The wife of Haia seems to be truly humbled. Monday April 23 1838. Mr. Bingham visited Maunalua to hold meetings with the people. The people there seem to be waking up. Tuesday 24th. Mr. Smith has commenced a protracted meeting in his congregation, and much :. seriousness prevails among the people. Wednesday May 9. Mrs. Castle was confined this morning with a daughter. Sabbath May 13th. One hundred and eighty were propounded by Mr. Bingham for admission into the Church this afternoon. Mr. Smith propounded one hundred and two. Monday May 14. Despatched a messenger to Waialua to notify the brethren that the island meeting will be held at this place to commence on Wednesday at 10 o'ck A.M. if it shall be practicable for the brethren of the other stations to get together. Tuesday May 15th. The Victoria sailed for Kauai this afternoon with Keaweamahi & the young chief Moses. I have written for Mr. Whitney to come up in the vessel having notified him of the conclusion of Mr. Richards not to visit Kauai and of the appointment of the delegate meeting to meet at Maui to begin the last Monday in this month. Wednesday May 16th 1838. Mr. Lock arrived from Waialua with a view to attend an island meeting • which had been appointed to take place or rather to commence at 10 o'ck this day. But the brethren of the other stations not having arrived and not being convenient for them to come this week, the meeting was put off till Tuesday of next week. 16 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Friday May 18. The Becket arrived from Hanalei and brought up Mr. & Mrs. Whitney. They have put up at Mr. Dimond's. Tuesday May Z2nd. The Paa1ua sailed for Lahaina. Mr. Whitney & family & Miss Smith took passage. • Our island meeting was organised this afternoon present from other stations ~ Messrs. Emerson & Locke, Mr. Bishop & Parker. Thursday June 21st. This day returned from Lahaina in the Schooner Paalua having been absent 24 days. I came in company with Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, & Mr. & Mrs. Whitney & Miss M. M. Smith. Lydia B. was with her parents. Kinau & Auhea were also passenger. I left for Lahaina on Tuesday May 29 in the Brig Becket to attend a delegate meeting. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham & little daughter, & Mr. Tinker also Mr. & Mrs. Wilcox & Mr. Locke were passengers. Mr. & Mrs. W. were returning to their station Mr. L was going for a visit. Mr. B. T. & myself to attend the delegate meeting. Mr. & Mrs. Whitney left in the afternoon of this day for KauaL Mr. Tinker & Mr. Dimond go down for a visit. They all go in a vessel in the service of Mr. Ladd. Sabbath July 1st 1838. This morning the ordinence of baptism was administered to 202 persons, 2 • candidates had been baptized before one was a boy the other was Kapena one of the High School Scholars who had been excommunicated, making the whole number of admissions on profession to be 204. Two persons were reed. on letter from other churches. In the afternoon the Lord's Supper was celebrated. A larger number of communicants probably than ever before united at this place in the observance of the ordinance. Monday July 21838. Mr. Tinker returned home to day. He left the Schr. Kaha1aia and landed at Waiane with Halsey Gulick & spent the Sabbath at Ewa. He has bought we learn with funds of his own a house or houses and privilege at Koloa for 100 dollars, and intends to move down soon with his family. Monthly concert attended this evening at the house of Mr. Bingham. Mr. Tinker lead the meeting. Tuesday July 3rd. Dr. Judd set sail in the Hooikaika for Maui in reference to the expected need of Mr. Rogers family. Mrs. Judd & children remain at home. . Halsey Gulick has come to our house to board for the present. Thursday July 5 1838. This afternoon the native schooner Kaha1aia chartered for 80 dollars by Messrs . - Tinker, Smith & Parker sailed for Kauai. Messrs. Smith & Parker go for a visit & relaxation. Mr. Tinker & family to reside there until notice may be afforded him from the Board of the result of his application for a 17 �LEVI VOLUME 22 dismission from their direction. The foreigners in the place have got some intimation of Mr. Tinker's intention to leave the service of the Board and notice of it has been published in the Sandwich Islands '. Gazette. More than one of the gentlemen of the village asked the question respecting the removal of Mr. Tinker in a manner which left me to think that they thought the step needed some explanation. Friday July 6. Mr. & Mrs. Castle have been occupied in whitewashing & cleaning the house of Mr. Tinker into which he is about to move. Saturday July 7. Mr. Castle has been employed to day in moving into Mr. Tinker's house, where it is expected he will remain permanently. Mr. Tinker's two children & Miss Smith will board with him. Mr. Bishop & his son came up from Ewa to day and returned again. Monday July 9 1838. A messenger arrived from Waialua with a letter written in the night stating the sickness of Mr. Lockes child. Mr. Bingham started almost immediately to go over. Tuesday July 10. Mr. Bingham returned this evening from Waialua. He left the child ofMr. Locke better. He reports the death of a church member by the name of Hookiekie. This person was going with others to Waialua and had arrived within about 5 miles of the place; and was as it is supposed struck with apoplexy and fell from his horse. Mr. Bingham passed along about an hour after the event took place and • was called to see him. He was insensible. He blead him; but all efforts to arouse him were ineffectual, he lived about 5 hours from the attack. Mr. B. spent about one hour with him. Wednesday July 11. I have been occupied in moving from the room over the kitchen, into the chambers vacated by Mr. Castle. These rooms Mr. Castle and myself will occupy hereafter as our place of business! The church member who died suddenly on Monday having been removed to this place, was interred this day. Saturday July 14th. This morning Mr. Dimond arrived from Kauai. The vessel in which he came landed him and Mr. Johnson at Wai:me. Mr. Johnson proceeded to Waialua and Mr. Dimond made the best of his way home. The following vessels arrived from the windward, Becket, Paalua, Hooikaika & Victoria, by which we recd. letters from all the windward stations. Mr. McDonald came down in the Hooikaika. He is without his • family and takes up his lodgings at Mr. Castle's . We learn that Mr. Lyon's had gone on to Hilo and was about to be married to Miss Lucia G. Smith, who went up passenger in the Schr. Victoria. 18 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Sabbath July 15th 1838. Several of the native church members who have recently united with the church brought forward their children to be baptised. • Owing to indisposition of Mr. Diell there was no English service in the ChapeL Monday July 16. Mr. Johnson arrived from Waialua where he spent the Sabbath with Mr. Locke. The sick child of Mr. L is better. The Editor of the Sandwich Island Gazette applied to Mr. Hall for help to enable him to get out his paper as the stone of his press had got broken. The only way that help could be conveniently rendered was by printing the paper for him: but the Pr. Comee did not think they should be justified in doing this: so that assistance was refused. Laura Judd swallowed a small chicken bone in eating and the effect it had upon her occasioned her mother much alarm. Thursday July 19 1838. This has been examination of schools of Honolulu nei; but I have been so much occupied that I have not been able to attend. Several lime kilns have been set on fire to day and a large number of natives employed in preparing the kilns for the flames. These are preparatory measures towards building the meeting house. • Mr. Bingham has spent a considerable time in contriving & fitting to the cart a machine for hOisting the large stones of which the basement story of the house is to be built, in order that the stones may be taken up with ease and drawn under the axletree of the cart to the spot where they are wanted. Friday 20. The Ship Rasselas sailed for Hawaii this afternoon. She got off sooner than I expected and I failed to get the letters off. The Native Brig Harieta sailed for Kauai this afternoon. Mr. & Mrs. Castle & Mr. McDonald went passengers. Mrs. C. and myself with the children took tea at Mr. Diell this afternoon. Saturday July 21st. The Ship Europa sailed for the Soc. Islands and Vaparaiso. She is commanded by Cap. Shaw. Ladd & Co. have taken another partner Mr. Henry Skinner. Monday 23. Messrs. Parker & Smith returned from KauaL They complain of their passage up as being very uncomfortable made so by the crowded state of the vessel ill violation of contract. • Friday 27. The Hooikaika arrived from Maui, and brought back Dr. Judd. Mrs. Rogers was confined with a son on the 21 st inst. Mr. & Mrs. Parker returned to Kaneohe. 19 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Saturday 28. Mr. Johnson visited Kaneohe to return on Monday morng. Monday July 30 1838. The Hooikaika sailed for Waioli with Mr. Johnson to carry his building matrials. • The vessel was full. The Paalua sailed for Maui and carried up the young Prince Alexander Rihoriho. Tuesday July 31. A commencement has been made to dig the cellar for the new meeting house or j rather to dig for the foundation of the basement story. The remains of several church members must be removed. The wife of Kuke Kamakahiki Richard Kalaaiaulu Halekii Robert Haia John Airepoa and j j j j j j perhaps some others. Sabbath Augt. 5th. The Becket came to anchor from Kauai just as it became dark and in the evening j j Mr. Gulick came on shore. We met him as we came out of the Chapel from the evening meeting ~ He walked up and lodged with Halsey who was at the meeting. Tuesday Augt. 7. This morning the Opupele arrived from Hawaii & Mr. Emerson and family came passengers. Mr. Vanduzee & family started in the vessel but owing to its crowded state he thought it expedient to disembark at Kawaihae. He has engaged a passage in the Rasselas to come down the next trip. The Paalua arrived from Lahaina this afternoon and Mr. Richards came down passenger. • Walked to Waikiki this afternoon with Mr. Cooke to attend an apana meeting. The number present was about 500 upwards of 300 of whom read a verse of the sermon on the mount. j Thursday Aug. 9 1838. Mr. Emerson & family returned to their station. The Paalua & Victoria sailed for Lahaina. Messrs. Charlton & Brewer went passengers in the former vessel. The go up to confer with the King on the subject of a store at Lahaina established by Mr. Brewer licence for which the King does not wish to renew. Messrs. Gulick & Diell went passengers in the Victoria. Mr. G. was accompanied by his son Halsey. Friday Aug. 10. Had Mrs. Little and Mrs. Ladd to tea. Saturday Aug. 11. Rasselas sailed for Hawaii this morng. The Hooikaika arrived from Kauai with Mr. & Mrs. Castle. Mr. McDonald was set on shore at Waianae. Debora ma came in the vessel as passengers. The School house of Mr. Hall at Honolulu aina was dedicated this afternoon. • Friday 17th. Messrs. Richards & McDonald sailed in the Hooikaika for Lahaina. About 1000 have been occupied most of this week drawg. stones for meet. house. Saturday Aug. 18 1838. Dr. Judd & Miss Smith set out for Waialua today. Miss S. expects to remain a 20 �LEVI VOLUME 22 week or more but the Dr. to return after the Sabbath. Tuesday 21st. I walked to Waikiki to attend the apana meeting. The number present was not so many • by about one half as it was a fortnight ago. Thursday 23d. Mr. Bingham is getting made 2 pair of plank wheels for a truck upon which to draw up the stones for the meeting house. Dr. Judd has also been engaged breaking several horses of the natives which are to be employed on the trucks. Friday 24th. The Rasselas arrived from Hawaii and Mr. Vanduzee & family and Mr. Bailey came passengers. Mr. V. is accommodated with lodging at the house of bro. Castle and Mr. Bailey at our house. The Hooikaika arrived from Kauai ~ Messrs. Ladd & Skinner were passengers. The Paalua which arrived on Wednesday 22nd and brought down Kekauluohe & Kanaina & also Mr. Diell from Lahaina, sailed this afternoon again for MauL Sabbath Aug. 26 1838. A excision in the Ch. took place this afternoon of Kinimaka. This had been a case of considerable standing. The charges were intemperance and gambling even after professions of repentance. The chapel was open in the fore noon & evening for worship Mr. Diell having returned from MauL • Monday Aug. 17. 1838. I called upon Haalilio in reference to some freight sent in the Harieta to Waialua, a barrel of which had been injured by the spilling of tar upon it. I mentioned the fact to him and asked him whether he should exact the freight wh. was to be paid for the shipment ~ He did not seem well pleased, but said the freight of the goods would be nothing: and in conclusion remarked that this was the last frt. the vessel shd. carry for me. I perceived that he was not well satisfied, and I endeavored to argue the point with him. Said I was sorry to have him dissatisfied and that I did not wish him to make an abatement if in justice it ought not to be made. He persevered in saying the vessel should carryon more freight for me ~ and he went so far as to say that he wd. carry no more frt. for foreigners. I proposed to refer the case to Mr. Ladd & to pay if he shd. the loss ought to be sustained by me. To this he consented. I applied to Mr. Ladd and Mr. L. said it was a clear case that Haalilio ought to lose it. Messrs. Bailey & Vanduzee went to Kaneohe ~ to day return this evening. Monday Septr 3rd 1838. The Victoria having been chartered for the purpose of carrying building • materials & other frt. to Kohala for Messrs. Bliss & Bailey having been filled with their goods sailed this afternoon, and Mr. Bailey went passenger. Tuesday Sep. 4. Mr. Vanduzee has concluded to go to Ewa instead of Kaneohe to reside until his case �LEVI VOLUME 22 can be decided by the mission. Mr. Locke arrived from Waialua: his principal object in coming up is to consult the members of this • station respecting the hiring of a tract of land at Waialua for the purpose of pasturing a herd, and to ascertain whether the herd of this station or a prt of it can be transferred to Waialua. He has a design to establish a school and wishes to employ his scholars in taking care to the herdi and to employ the net profits of the herd in sustaining the schooL Tuesday Sep. 11 th 1838. The Barque Suffolk sailed this afternoon for Boston. By her we sent nearly a ton of freight and a great number of letters. The letters of the Delegate meeting of 18 sheets & Memorial to the Board were sent by this opportunity. Saturday 15. The Keola sailed for Kailua ~ Dr. Judd took passage having been earnestly invited to go up to see Mrs. Thurston, who has had a paralytic shock and is thought to be in a dangerous case. By news recd. this week from Hawaii we learn that the Eng. sloop of war Fly, Cap. Eliot is at Hawaii and may be expected at this island shortly. Monday 17th. The Victoria arrived yesterday. Learn that Mr. Gulick came down in her from Hawaii to Lahainai and that owing to her being about to leave for this place on Saturday evening he left the vesseL • The Clementine, Cap. Dominis, arrived on Saturday evening and entered the harbor on Sab. morning. The Flibberty Jibbet which had been chartered or fitted out by a company to go in search of an island supposed to lay somewhere between these is Ids. and the coast of New Albion, returned having failed in the object of the voyage. Tuesday Sep. 18th 1838. Mr. Locke arrived from Waialua. One object of his coming over was to ascertain whether the Chiefs would allow us to feed a herd of cattle at Waialua in part to sustain a school there to be 1.j.1lder his direction. Having invited the chiefs Viz. Kinau & her husband & Kekauluohe & her husband to take tea with us this evening in connection with Mr. Bingham & Mr. Locke, while they were here, the subject of the pasture & the object of it were talked over and Kekuanaoa promised to have the subject further considered & decided by the chiefs, & then to write me the result. Today the first stones were laid of the new meeting house in our neighborhood. • Wednesday 19th. Kekuanaoa gave the result of the consultation on the subject of the pasture at Waialuai and it was that the Chiefs did not think it expedient to. allow us the land for the purpose. Mr. Locke set off this afternoon for his station. 22 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Friday Sep. 21st. Mr. Ladd's Schr. retd. from Kauai and brought letters. By the Kuala Mr. Gulick & Halsey came from Lahaina. They were out two nights. • Early this morning a large ship made its appearance in the distance wide off from Diamond point. As she came up, she gave no doubtful appearance of being an armed vessel. She showed English color and we very naturally concluded her to be the Sloop of War Fly, which we had heard had been at Hawaii. This proved to be the case and we recd. in the course of the day letters brought by some on bd. from Kealakekua & Hilo. We learn that a Polish Count by the name of Streleskey is on board, and is a gentlemen highly spoken of by the brethren at the windward. Saturday Sep. 22nd. Some of the members of this station made a call on board the Man of War & had an interview with Cap. Eliott the commander & Count Streleskey. They found them very polite & agreeable. Count Streleskey called at the house of Mr. Bingham in the course of the day. Messrs. Ladd & Co. a Schooner sailed for Koloa this afternoon. Mr. Gulick took passage. Halsey has gone to Mr. Lowell Smith's to board. • A small Schr. sailed to Maui. She probably carried letters to the King requesting him to come down on acct. of the arrival of the Man of War. Sabbath Sep. 23rd. 1838. Dr. Judd arrived today from Kailua. He reports the state of Mrs. Thurston's health to be more encouraging than former accounts had lead us to expect. Hopes are entertained of her recovery~ Wedn~sday Sep. 26. The Chiefs made an entertainment for Cap. Eliott & some of his officers, and invited severetl of the missionary family. It was a tea party, and a very handsome table was spread extending the whole breadth of the new house erected near the fort. Cap. Eliott, Count Strzelecki, First Lt. the Surgon & a midshipman: also Consul Charlton, Mr. Skinner, Mr. & Mrs. Ladd, Mr. & Mrs. Diell were of those not belonging to the Miss. family. Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Dr. & Mrs. Judd, Miss Smith & Myself were of the mission present. Friday Sep. 28. Cap. Eliott has been inquiring into some of the difficulties of the chiefs with the • foreigners in a private kind of way, not as having any special commission to settle difficulties. Dr. Judd acting interpreter.Some of the chiefs visited the Fly and were honored with a salute. Cap. E. took tea at Dr. Judd's and the mission family all invited and all but Mrs. Dimond, Mrs. Cooke & 23 �LEVI VOLUME 22 Mrs. Chamberlain were present. • . ' • 24 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/2295f448cf1ec9fcd38bdf111d7c5f7c.pdf a5c53dd8eeba08d20b5c3fb178af75aa PDF Text Text -1- INSERT No.6 THIS IS A REPRODUOION OF AN UNPUBL1SHED MANUSCRIPT FOR REFERENCE AND STUDY N ' ONLY OT TO BE REPRODUCED IN ANY ":'\'( WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION 0; [A meeting of Delegates of the Mission at Lahaina. May T~S=~~I~T83,&gR Tuesday May 29, 1838. Left my family this morning at 8 oTck and went on board the Brig Harieta [also known as the Becket] for Lahaina to attend a meeting of delegates of this Mission. Our company consisted of Mr. & Mrs. Bingham, Mr" & Mrs. Wilcox who took passage to Lahaina hoping to obtain a passage from Lahaina to Hilo; Messrs. Tinker & Locke. Kinau and about 40 of her people go in the vessel. There are probably 100 on ~oard the vessel. As there was no wind in the morning the vessel was towed out of 'the harbor by two double canoes and a large full manned barge belonging to the King. Kinau remaine d on shore and also Mr. & Mrs. Bingham until the Brig was towed outside. It was not until half past 11 o'ck A.M. that the barge bringing Kinau and her son Lota & Mr. & Mrs. B. came along side. Cap. Meek & Mr. Buler [Butler?] came off in a whale boat and bo[ard)ed the vessel to take passage with us. A moderate sea breeze had sprung up and favored our course and pretty soon Kekuanoa who came off with his wife took his leave & went on shore and the brig proceeded on :t.er way. The sea was very smooth and the breeze continued and at sun down we were in the channel between Oahu & Moloka i. We were none of us much aft' ec te'Q wi th sea sickness- The vessel was very much crowded with people and baggage but I had a berth in the Steerage and enjoyed a comfortable nights [sicJ rest notwithstanding the heat. Wednesday May 30 1838. At day light we were off the S W. part of Molokai. The sea had continued smooth during the night and the breeze moderate & tho. we had not made great head way yet we had been steadily advancing and our prospect was fair of reaching Lahaina by eve- �-2- The sea continued unusually still and the breeze tho. light ning. was steady with but a trifling exception and at sun down we had Lahainaluna in full view.- and a canoe along side from Lahaina sent out to meet the vessel, ~ust before dark Mr. & Mrs. Bingham Mr. & Mrs. Wilcox & Mr. Locke took their seats upon the platfoTIli of the double canoe with a few articles & set out for tm shore. About dark Mr. Tinker & myself got into a single canoe which came along side and we were paddled ashore. The distance was somewhat greater than it seemed to be from the vessels deck but we got to Ja.nd before 9 oTck and proceeded to the house- of Mr. Richards, which we found closed ashe had not returned from Hawaii. We were directed to the house of Mr. Baldwin where we found t .MI. & Mrs. Bingham sitting at th.e tea table, they having rea<;!hed the shoc-e but a short time before us.- There we met with lr.f:r. & ~nitney. They arrived last week having had a passage of about 4 days At least they were at sea fournignts. ~ Mrs. Mr. & Mrs. Wmlcox & Mr. Locke put up at Mr. McDorialdTs. Mr. ~ayer Tinker and I were shown (after attending at the house of NJ.r. Baldwin) to a room in the house o-f b.Q-. Richards":' wher e we lodged for the night. Thursday _ 1r~y 31st ~ I arose at an early hour and wa1ked the yard. The house A hollow and seemed desolate. The kou tree ~8rung~ in-the yard reminded me of former years. The sight of it brought to my mind the events which transpired 10 years ago. The grape vines were creeping all around the veranda and over the house. The branches entwine each other so closely over the entrance to the fore door that the limbs and fO+iage form arr arbor that ~uite darkens the path. �-3- Mr. Baldwin called just before sun rise and Mr. Tinker & myself acco~panied him to the meeting house where the natives had assembled for morning worship. Mr Whitney conducted tbe services. We returned from meeting and took breakfast at the house of Mr. Baldwin wh-o occupies the house built by & for Wlr.. SIlalding. The company at breakfast were Mr·. & Mrs. Baldwin & their two chil- dren- the\.< third surviving child an infant in the arms of the nurse.~ .. & WITs. Bingham & their daughter Lydia. She was edby being at a strange motherfs lap: ~~. & Mrs pla~e ~uite disconcert- and wanted to keep her face in her ~fhitney & Mr. Tinker & myself. Immediately after breakfast we had prayer - Books were given to us all and we read in rotation 2 verses each. ~e two children of 1,Ir. B. read very well and. behaved with much pro:priety. l..:.:r. a Bingham gave out the hymn & ~d the devotions of the morning. /\. dust after breakfast Cap~ Grinnel of a whaling shi:p in the roads called in to whom we were introduced. Mr Baldwin & he went to the s Read~ Rooms- and ,. ~~. W. also / h-e ascended the look out with a spy glass to see if he could not descry the schooner co~ng from Eawaii with the brethren. But could see nothing of tba vessel. A.fter this Mr. Bingham, Tinker, Be:..ld.win & myself walked. out to call upon the King. We walked to the house in which he takes y up his abode while at Lahaina. It is the house ·built by Lohihi fer Nahienaena at the upper part of Lahaina and stands near the 4 (J!c.J beach directly makai of.the meeting house being very near tm. sit.e I[ 11 of the first Mission establishment at L/ahaina nei- or where the houses of Messrs.Richards and Stewart were built when they first came to Lahaina. Vile were shown up stairs by the attendants who were ~ui te court- �· . - -- ._------_. __ ... _.. ---.~--, -4- behavio~ Pretty soon the King carre i~ and gave us a demeano r. cordial 4-.10ha. We sat awhile and conversed and after awhile it ly in their was ~roposed seen her. to go to the place of Kinau as the King had not yet We walked along the beach- :He found the na ti ves in one place drawing a drift log from the beachLanai with trunk, roots & branches- It had. come ashore upon It was Quite a long slDR stick of timber and the bark had some resemblance to beach. Vie proceeded to the house of Kinau .A.uhea- & this is in the yard direc'tly by the landing and the yard is directly maka1 of ~. Richards house. It will be recollected that a brick house stood near tile sea upon a 'wharf or abutm.ent. near the landing. It 'lIas i::1 this }r2.~d.- Salutations 1;ve::e given to the chiefs who were laying about in different directions. C> Kinau, Auhea, E¢.pili wahine) The KingTs wife Kekauonohe and others. After sitting some time singing was propo~ed- and a prayer offer'ed. After this a canoe was obtained and I went on board of the 3rig in com;Jany wi th 1'::::-. Wilcox to get our baggc::.ge .. It was all put upon the canoe &:. iIltothe boat of the BTig an,l taksn ashor e with us. I 6.ined at Kr. i.:.cD,and soon after dinner' I walked up the hill. The sun sbone brightly and the rays s~riking occasioned an appressive I scarcely ever felt so sensibly ~at. directly upon the side hill the effect of heat as in travelling this afternoon up the hill; but after reaching the top of the hill I was soon relieved; I visited the new printing office, looked at all the rooms. It is a very good building I looked at the engraving department & the room for striking off imnressions. I saw also one of the native engravers and he showed me some of the plates which he had been �-5, 1-'-;'4"" . , at work ~ taken by Mr. Bailey, from Punchbowl hill. w~s sketch One was an engraving of the village of Honolulu, the I was joined by . Mr. Andrews where I Mr. Clark and walked with him to the house of stopped & took tea. After tea' I called upon " O~ark Mr. Rogers and then went to the house of Mr. .. :--£. ..... , ~ North wing of the Sem~Y. build ing. ·tM~~e~:-I ,:j;ake '~p ,~~,ilodgihg • . • p -P:-~~:;'!: [Missing: , .0' • .Tunal - 2i1,' 1838J " END OF INSERT No.- 6 .' which isinithe � 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 Chamberlain (Levi) Family Journals 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 Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0022 and Insert - 1837.08.03 - 1838.05.31 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1837.08.03 - 1838.05.31 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/45d032c93fa09fea85191d30fbd3e1f4.pdf f22c1ce58f5c8a521b5a515d4da136c6 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 23 Volume XXIII • October I, 1838 ~ July 21, 1842 '. Contemplation on the heavens. My soul the heavenly worlds survey The regions of eternal day There Jesus reigns & round his seat Millions of glorious angels meet Those morning stars how bright they shine How sweetly all their voices join To praise their maker watchful still To mark the signals of his will. Whilst with their outstreached wings they stand .' To fly at his divine command All happy as they are and great Yet scorn they not on men to wait. And little children in their arms They gently lead secure from harm Oh! may +wit~ such humble zeal My heavenly Father's word fulfiL That I when time has run its race May with blest angels find a place Borne on their friendly wings on high To joys like theirs that never die. 1 �LEVI VOLUME 23 (October 18381 A busy neighborhood ~sometimes a thousand people engaged on the work of a new meeting house • began just before our windows. The natives had a lively job of it in digging the cellar, which was an excavation at least 144 feet by 72. In accomplishing this they were obliged to disturb the repose of the dead. The remains of several persons with whom we had been formerly acquainted and names that have been mentioned in the communications of the mission were disinterred exhumed their remains and removed to another place by their friends ~ It was to my mind a very impressive transaction. It was indeed looking into the grave; and to see the dust of an acquaintance which had some ten years ago been consigned as it was supposed to its final resting place, filled my mind with very solemn emotions. Honolulu October 1st 1838 (Monday) H.B.M. Sloop of war Fly, Cap. Eliott, sailed this afternoon for the Society Islands thence she is to proceed for Pitcaims & South America. The intercourse of the Cap. has been very polite & respectfuL He has been desirous of reconciling and • uniting all parties and healing all discensions. In some instances he has been successfuL He succeeded in prevailing on Mr. Charlton to accompany him to the house ofMr. Bingham. The first time he had been in the house for years. Our acquaintance with Count Strzelecki a polish nobleman who is a passenger in the Fly has been one of much interest. He has recommended himself to our regard by a very gentlemanly demeanor and by an enthusiastic interest in the work of improvement at the islands. Tuesday Octr. 9th. The Ship Illinois sailed this afternoon for the United States. Her port of entry is New York. Mr. & Mrs. Cushing take passage in this vesseL We send all our remaining letters together with the lists of the families containing their wants for 1840. Thursday Octr. 11. The Paalua arrived. Mr. Armstrong & Miss Brown came down as passengers. Both of them are out of health. Mr. A. does not expect to remain long; but Miss Brown is expected to continue here some time. Messrs. Castle & Cooke & families went up the valley of Manoa. Both Mrs. C. & Mrs. C. are out of • health. The Victoria sailed one day this week for Waialua after timber for the meeting house of Mr. Smith. Mr. S. went himself to Waialua to attend to the loading of the vesseL 2 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Monday October 15th 1838. Mr. Armstrong having heard of his wife being ill sailed this afternoon in e' the Paalua to return to Maui. A valuable ox died to day. It had been yoked with its fellow for training not being accustomed to the yoke. The native took them to Punahou and drove them about. Towards evening he returned with them and after unyoking them one fell down and died in a few minutes. The other also fell a short time after much in the same way, but we hope he will not die. After a vein had been opened he seemed to revive. Tuesday Octr. 16. Attended an apana meeting at Waikiki. Nothing special occurred. In the evening had vivid lightning but no thunder or rain. Thursday 18. Walked to Manoa with Mr. Castle for a short visit to his family together with the family of Mr. Cooke who occupy the same house which belongs to Haalilio near the lot of land originally granted to the mission. On our way we stopped at Punahou where Mrs. Bingham is occupying two of our carts & the oxen drawg. stone for a fence. The premises are pretty nearly surrounded. That part of the wall built by the mission is very heavy and substantial. The other will answer a good purpose to secure the enclosure from encroachment. • Friday Octr. 19 1838. Walked to Waialae and returned by the way ofWaikiki attending the quarterly examination of School. The number of Scholars was smaller than usual. Monday 22. Had a heavy shower this morning with thunder wind from the sea. Mr. & Mrs. Parker arrived from Koolau. Mr. P. purposes to attend a protracted meeting at Waimanalo, where there have been some irregularities. Mrs. P. will remain at Honolulu until the meeting closes. Friday 26. Letters have been reed. from Maui. We learn that the King is offended with Mr. Baldwin and has forbidden him his presence and prohibits his passing though his yard to call upon his wife whose health is poorly. The alledged cause is Mr. .B's neglecting to attend to a message in a manner agreeable to his majesty. Mr. Richards says Mr. B. was not in fault; and he thinks the interdiction of the King should be made serious business of. Sabbath Octr. 28th 1838. Mr. Diell is so seriously indisposed that he was not able to have service in the • Chapel. Monday 29. The funeral of Kohupuu was attended this afternoon. This was a sudden death. He was Cap. of the Becket who sailed on Friday evening in his command. He was taken ill before the vessel had 3 �LEVI VOLUME 23 proceeded far and the vessel retd; he was'brot. on shore in the night and Dr. Judd sent for. Next day (Saturday) he died. • Saturday Novr. 3. At 20 min. before 5 o'ck this morning Mrs. Chamberlain became the mother of another daughter. This is our seventh child, and she was born on the 11 th anniversary of the Parthian's sailing from Boston, my wife being one of the missionaries which embarked in that vesseL Tuesday Novr. 6 1838. Mr. Gulick arrived at Honolulu this morning. He landed from the pilot last week and proceeded to Waialua where he spent the Sabbath. Mr. Diell continues indisposed and he wishes Dr. Lafon to come up from Kauai and preach to the seamen during the current shipping season. Wednesday Novr. 7. Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua and expects to return to day as far as Ewa and to carry his little son who has been at this place attending Miss Smith's school and of which there is now a vacation. Mr. & Mrs. Bishop arrived from a tour around the island. They spent the Sabbath at Kaneohe and left there yesterday. They have been from home a little more than a week. Mr. Gulick sailed for Kauai with his son Halsey. Miss M.M. Smith and the two sons of Mr. Tinker • accompanied him. They went in Mr. Ladd's little Schooner the Pilot. Friday Novr. 9. Dr. Judd has been sent for to go in haste to Waialua to visit Mr. Locke who has been seized violently ~ supposed to be inflammation 6f the bowels. The case feared to be dangerous. Yesterday Miss Brown left for Ewa in company with Mr. & Mrs. Bishop. She expects to visit Waialua & Kaneohe before her return. Saturday Novr. 10 1838. Dr. Judd returned from Waialua ~ He found Mr. Locke in a distressing state and sat upon attendance on him last night and this after the fatigue of about 30 miles riding during the day. As Mr. Locke was some what relieved this morng. Dr. Judd thought it expedient in reference to Mrs. Dimond's case, every hour expected, to ride home to day. Sabbath, Novr. 11. Mrs. Dimond was confined with a son this morning. A messenger had previously arrived from Waialua with an urgent call from Mr. Locke for the Doctor, he being more ill than when the Dr. left him yesterday. He started as soon as he could be spared, in company with Mr. Cooke for Waialua. e· The illness of Mr. Diell continues so that the chapel was not opened for morning service; but was opened in the evening and a sermon preached by Mr. Bingham. A full meeting. An arrival from Maui by which many letters have come to hand for the United States. 4 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Monday 12th. The ship Rodman Cap. Joy of New Bedford sailed for the U.S. sent all our American letters ~ and the last of the list of wants for 1840. • Thursday Novr. 15th 1838. Dr. Judd returned this evening from Waialua having left Mr. Locke more comfortable than he found him. He speaks of him as having suffered a good deal; but thinks he will recover soon if he has no relapse. Friday 16th. The wind has been very strong for several days blowing off the land and has been attended by some rain. The Schooner of Ladd & Co. which sailed on Tuesday put back Wednesday might not being able to proceed. The Don Quixote arrived on Wednesday from the Coast of California. A letter has been reed. by Mrs. Diell which states that the wife of Mr. Jason Lee had died and that he had gone to the U. States. Another item of news is that the Capital of Peru had fallen into the hands of the Chilians and Gen. Miller had retired to the mountains. Saturday Novr. 17. A man belonging to an English ship was tried before the Chiefs & Consul today for jeopardizing the life of a lad an apprentice of the same vesseL As I understand the case the man undertook to desert and got this lad to go ashore with him in one of the boats. After he had reached the shore he left • the lad to get back to the vessel alone. The wind blew very strong and the boat with only one person in it became unmanageable and was driven out of the harbor into the open sea. He was out two nights & one day * drifting about in a perfectly destitute condition but providentially got to shore at Puuloa 15 or 16 miles from this. No further particulars have come to my knowledge. The man was acquitted of any murderous intentions, but by a false statement had prevented measures being taken to look after the lad or any attempt to rescue him from so melancholly a death as that to which he was exposed. *[Later] Learn the time was only 12 hours. Mr. Cooke returned from Waialua left this morning at 6 o'ck ~ Mr. Locke recovering. Mr. Bishop has come up to preach to Mr. Binghams congo tomorrow having made an exchange with him. Mrs. C. is so well as to be able to sit up all day & to attend to any business in her room. A fortnight to day since her confinement. • Sabbath Novr. 18 1838. Mr. Bingham being somewhat ill yesterday did not go to Ewa as was expected, & Mr. Bishop returned to his own charge, last evng. Mr. Smith preached in the chapel in the evening. Monday Novr. 19. Dr. Judd was sent for express to go to Waialua to attend to the case of Mrs. Locke. 5 �LEVI VOLUME 23 He thought he should be too late but concluded to go. Tuesday Novr. 20 1838. Dr. Judd returned from Waialua. Mrs. i:s confinement had taken place soon • after he had been sent for ~ found all well in regard to that event ~ a daughter born on the 18th. Sabbath, Novr. 25. Mr. Bishop preached to the natives ofMr. Bingham's congregation ~ Mr. Bingham having gone to Ewa to preach for Mr. Bishop. In the evening Mr. B. preached in the Seamen's Chapel to a full congregation. "How shall we escape, if we neglect so great Salvation." Tuesday Novr. 27. Early this morning the ships lying in the roads (five in number) made signals for getting under way either to come in or to go off as the wind had increased during the night and was blowing heavy from the South. Four of the ships were during the forenoon brought safely into the harbor. The fifth ~ the Oscar, Cap. Dagget of New Bedford, took her anchor to go to sea but it was found she could not clear the shore, and having fallen to the leward of the passage could not be taken into the harbor. The captain finding himself in this condition dropped his anchor, but it did not hold, he dropped another, the chain of this after awhile parted and the ship dragged and continued to drag until she struck the reef. The sails were then hoisted with a view to force the ship to the best situation for saving her cargo. She stuck fast • on the reef just inside or to the North of what is called the middle ground. She careened very much in going on but as she swung round she became upright or nearly so and stood with her lower sails spread till nearly night. At about 2 o'ck she was abandoned by the crew and Kekuanaoa by agreement with the Cap. took direction to save what he could for 1/4 Salvage. Saturday Decr. 1st 1838. The gale having abated on Tuesday night the natives began early on Wednesday morning to take out the cargo of the Oscar and they were busily occupied until last evening by which time they had very much lighted her of her cargo. During the night by taking advantage of the high tide of the full moon they succeeded in getting the ship off, and this morning she was towed into the harbor and brought along side of Ladd & Co's wharf, part of her oil being still on board. - Sabbath, Decr. 2. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was observed in the native Church this afternoon. No new admissions ~ nor any new candidates propounded. • Mr. Colcord who has for a long time absented himself from the ordinances and has been charged with adultery was excommunicated. Mr. Bingham preached in the Seamen's Chapel this evening to a full congregation. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Monday Deer. 3 1838. The Ship Rasselas arrived from California. Mr. Jones who married a Spanish lady last May has come passenger and also the sister of the lady. Cap. Grimes also is passenger. • Thursday 6th. This day has been observed by the families of this station and by the cong. generally as a day of Thanksgiving in imitation of New England custom. All the families were invited to Dr. ludd's to dinner and to Mr. Bingham's to tea & for a social religious meeting. Peggy Allen otherwise Peggy Moffit was buried this afternoon. Mr. Bingham attended her funeraL Saturday Deer. 8. Mr. Parker returned from Ewa, where he has been assisting Mr. Bishop in a protracted meeting this week. Monday Deer. 10th 1838. Letters came to hand from the brethren of the N.W. Missions by the Ship Columbia which arrived yesterday from Col River. Rev. Mr Beaver & lady are passengers on their way to England. Mr. B. was sent out as Chaplain to the H. Hudson Bay Co. settlement. But some misunderstanding arising between him & the Chief Factor his usefulness seemed to be at an end: and this is the cause of his return. The Missions under the Board have been reenforced by the addition of three clergymen & the return of Mr. Gray. • ~ Mrs. Jason Lee of the Methodist Mission has died her husband having gone to the States to obtain more missionaries. Mrs. White had a narrow escape from a watery grave while her infant was snatched from her by the devouring waves. Sabbath Deer. 161838. There has been a service in the seamen's chapel both in the momg. and evening conduct by Mr. Beaver in the Episcopal form. The house was well filled. The sermons evangelicaL Tuesday Deer. 18th. Milou the head man of Makiki was buried to day. He was a large & healthy man in appearance; but he has been cut down suddenly and unexpectedly. He was a member of the Hon. church and a useful man in the service of the chiefs. Thursday Deer. 20 ~ 1838. There has been a change of wind to day after an unusually long series of winds from the sea varying from S.E. to W. The course of these winds has lasted at least 24 days. ~ some of the time very strong and attended with rain. Some of the ships were detained nearly three weeks after being ready for sea. • Friday Deer. 21st. Miss Smith arrived from Kauai after an absence of 43 days, and was accompanied by Mr. Whitney. Kaikioewa & wife and their adopted son Moses came up also in the Schr. Kahalaia. 7 �LEVI VOLUME 23 The Paalua sailed this morning early for Lahaina with Haalilio. The King is making preparations, we learn, for another feast in commemoration of his sister's death. • Sabbath Decr. 23rd. Kinau brought out her infant daughter to be baptised. Paki & his wife Konia presented also an adopted child the infant daughter of Keahokalole & Paakea. Mr. .Beaver conducted service both at noon & in the evening in the Seman's chapeL Monday Decr. 24. Miss Smith recommenced her school after a vacation of nearly 7 weeks. The H.B. Co. ship Columbia sail'd for England. Mr. Whitney sailed in the Becket with Kaikioewa ma for MauL Tuesday Jany. 1st 1839. A protracted meeting commenced at this place uniting the Cong. of Mr. Bingham ~nd Mr. Smith. Wednesday 2. A Russian armed Barque arrived 43 days from New ArchangeL No news. Saturday Jany 5. The wind has commenced blowing from the sea with the appearance of rain. The wind has for the last fortnight prevailed from the land or direction of the Trades. Sabbath 6th. Notwithstanding that the wind & weather has been unfavorable and some rain the .... meeting has been well attended. The have been three services today ~ including the evening; and the protracted meeting has closed. Monday 7th. The Victoria sailed for Hilo to stop on the way at MauL We sent a few articles for Hilo. Tuesday 8th. It was so late when the Victoria set sail last night that she did not get entirely out. But a very favorable wind sprang up which was attended with a heavy shower of rain & thunder. Walked to Waikiki to meet with a class of serious people for the purpose of hearing them read the Scriptures. The famili~s have had some consultation in regard to Gen. Meeting and inquiry whether a plan cannot be adopted for a general cooking establishment & a long table. Wednesday, Jany. 9 1839. The families had further conversation respecting a plan for a long table. There is a very unanimous feeling that a plan should be attempted for a general cooking establishment. It is doubtful, however, whether a suitable person can be found to take direction of the cooking. Understand that a person has died on board the Russian ship and is to be buried according to the • ceremonies of the Greek Ch. a Priest of that denomination being on board. Friday Jan. l1th. The Becket was in sight this morning and about 8 o'ck entered the harbor ~ Kaikioewa & suit returned together with Mr. Whitney. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp also were passengers. Mr. K.s health is 8 �LEVI VOLUME 23 suffering again and he left Lahainaluna hoping to derive beneft from a visit to this place & also Kauai. Mr. Whitney came to our house & Mr. & Mrs. Knapp to the house of Mr. Castle. • Sabbath Jan. 13. The Brig Lama arrived this forenoon. She appeared with colors pendant at half mast. The intelligence which she brings is of the death of her master, Cap. Bancroft massacred by the North w. Indians employed by him for the purposes of the voyage to take sea otter. Some misunderstanding arose or complaint of the indians in regard to food, which was not settled to the satisfaction of the indians; they being armed followed the captain to the after part of the vessel & shot him. They also shot one of the seamen in the act of going to the arm chest for means of resistance. The wife of Cap. Bancroft came upon hearing her husband in distress & fell upon his body & she received several severe wounds: but was not killed. The indians took possession and compelled the crew to take the vessel to Sitga and there to land them. They were 27 days beating up from Cape Rose to Sitga; The indians abandoned the vessel to the crew after robbing her of most that was valuable on board. The Lama was 17 days on her passage from Scitga to this port. !. Mrs. Bancroft (formerly Mary Homes) has returned in a very distressing condition. It is hoped she will recover. In the afternoon the Brig Indus arrived from Mazatlan and brot the distressing intelligence of the loss of the Brig Griffon & the death of Cap. Little, he being the only person not saved. Cap. L had been very prosperous in his business and pretty nearly ready for sea; In the early part of the evening of the night in which the disaster occurred Cap. L was on shore with the owner of the vessel and another Cap. whose vessel lay in port. They invited & urged him to remain on shore, he declined on the ground of having business.to attend to on board requiring his presence, which was supposed to be the reciving of specie; to be smuggled into the vesseL In the night a sudden gale sprung up which blew with such violence as to part the chain and the vessel was driven on shore and dashed to pieces in a very short time. Cap. Little went below soon after the vessel struck to put in the dead lights: but so violent was the movement that he was thrown down & dashed about in the cabin and when he reached the deck he was wounded and exhausted. The mast went by the board & he told the crew to take care each man of himself; He was securing himself when a tremendous wave struck the vessel & washed every man overboard: That part where he was • holding on divided and he fell into the opening and was seen no more. Every search was made afterward but without success to find the body. The money or most of it we understand was recovered after the vessel went to pieces; it was found in bags as it was put on board on the sand. Every thing else lost. 9 - �LEVI VOLUME 23 The day has been one of gloom. The news to Mrs. Little was overwhelming. The Indus it is said was not intending to stop: but being in want of water she put in to replenish her '.'-, store. A verbal message was sent from Mr. Sturgis the owner of the Griffon directing that Mrs. Judd be requested to convey tidings first to Mrs. Little of the melancholly & heart rending event. Other vessels were lost at the same time with the Griffon. The Indus wh. came to port after the gale was purchased by Cap. Mott, who lost his vesseL Cap.M. was the cap. in company with Mr. Sturgis & Cap. Little the evening previous to the gale ~ as before stated. Tuesday Jan. 15th 1839. Early this morning the Don Quixote left the harbor and took her departure for the U.S. The wind was light & she remained in sight most of the day. I sent half a ton freight of boxes consigned to Henry Hill, and upwards of 200 letters for the brethren & sisters of the mission. Wednesday Jan.y 16. The Becket sailed for Kauai ~ passengers, Mr. Whitney, Mr. & Mrs. Bishop & their son, Mr. & Mrs. Cooke & child & Mr. & Mrs. Knapp. The adopted son of Kaikioewa ~ Moses ~ the true son of Kinau & Kekuanaoa remained to be under the • care of his parents. This seemed to be a very necessary step as the lad is fast gaining knowledge of evil and running swiftly in the way of his own heart, and if longer left to himself will bring his parents to shame. Had the company to tea of Mr. & Mrs. Johnstone & Miss Smith. The usual prayer meeting in the evening lead by Mr. Locke who arrived to day from Waialua. lhursday 17. Dr. Judd & wife went to Kaneohe, took their two youngest children with them and left the rest and their house in the care of Miss Smith. They expect to be absent one night. The Russian ship sailed. Mr. Locke retd. to Waialua. Schr. Pilot arrived from having been 15 days on the trip. Friday Jan. 18. An Austrian traveller and Scientific gentleman who arrived in the Brig Indus from Mazatlan, was conducted into our neighborhood by Mr. Ladd & introduced to Mr. Bingham ~ and was shown the Printing office & Bindery. Sabbath Jan.y 20th. Mr. Bingham preached in the Chapel this evening to a cong. of foreigners from the words, "Set thine house in order: for thou shalt die and not live." Tuesday Jany. 22nd. 1839. Walked to Waialae and returned by way ofWaikiki and examined schools at 10 �LEVI VOLUME 23 both places. These examinations have become mere nominal performances. They serve to keep up the form of instruction and afford an opportunity for addressing the people on the subject of their souls. I hope the • vi~its I make to those places quarterly are not entirely in vain. Wednesday Jan. 23 1839. A small schr. arrived from Hilo ~ via Lahaina and brought letters from both places. The Keola sailed for Kailua; by which we sent some freight. The Kahalaia sailed for the windward having been chartered by Ladd & Co. for the accommodation of the Austrian Traveler. Mrs. Castle was conveyed to Ewa & was accompanied by Mr. Vanduzee who came up with a palankeen to attend her. Her health is not very good. Thursday Jan. 24. My attention has been occupied most of this day receiving a lot of 10,000 feet Col River boards purchased of Mr. Geo. Pelly. The Unity arrived from Canton. She brought a few letters for different members of the Mission. The Lama sailed for Mazatlan, navigated by Mr. Brewer. Mr. Perrier, I understand, is nominally in • command. We do not send letters as it is expected the place will under the guard of a French fleet, a war now existing between France & Mexico. Friday Jany. 25th 1839. Had Mr. Diell and family to dinner. His health is somewhat improved, ~ more properly perhaps it might be said; it is more comfortable. He is doubtless in a very critical case, and it exceedingly doubtful whether he is ever able to preach again. Mr. Castle went to Ewa this afternoon. Miss Smith stays with Mrs. Lowell Smith on account of the absence of her husband to Waialua where a protracted meeting is in progress. Monday Jan. 28. The wife of Cap. Bancroft died this morning. Her death occasioned by the wounds which were inflicted on her by the N.W. indians at the time her husband was killed by them on board the Lama. Thursday Jan. 31. The Ship Nereide arrived from the Col River. We reed. a few letters from our Methodist brn. Friday Feby. 1st. The Becket arrived from Kauai in the short passage of 28 hours. Mr. Bishop & family & • Messrs. Cooke & Knapp and families came passengers. Saturday Feby 2 1839. Mr. Bishop & family returned to Ewa this afternoon and was accompanied by Mr. Castle whose wife is still at Ewa on acct of her health. 11 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Tuesday Feby 5th. Mrs. Castle retd from Ewa attended by her husband. • Friday Feby 8. The Europa arrived this evening from Valparaiso via Soc. Islands. A few American letters have been recd. and a few of the New York Evangelist as late as July. The La Venus was at Tahiti and the Cap~ Touares had by order of the French govert. compelled the Tahitian government to pay the sum of $2000 as indemnity for ill treatment inflicted on two Catholics who were sent from that island sometime ago. Tuesday Feby 12th. The Rasselas sailed for the U.S. ~ sent a large package of letters ~ passengers Cap. Grimes & Mr. Mackintosh & family. The Clementine arrived from Hawaii and brought the keel for the Oscar for which Ladd & Co. had contracted with Mr. French for the price of $500. The vessel has been ever since the 1st of Jan.y performing the voyage, and it is said Gov. Adams charges for the Sticks 4 in number the sum of $1700 ~ Charter of the vessel would probably not be less than 400 pro mo. which would make the cost of the sticks not less than $2300. Thursday Feby 14 1839. Joseph Navarro one of the old residents died very suddenly this morning. On examination after death the cause of it was found to be a disease of the heart in the enlargement of an :. artery which bursting produced instantaneous death. He was buried this afternoon. Yesterday he was in his usual health walking abroad in the evening he visited the billiard room and played a game. This evening his body lies in the grave. Friday Feby 15. The Paalua sailed for Lahaina this afternoon. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp took passage. 1200 feet of boards were shipped for Mr. Armstrong and a small amount of freight for others. Monday Feby. 18th. Mr. Bishop & Vanduzee arrived here from Ewa ~ their object was to give directions in reference to building a doby house which they propose to build just beyond Mr. Binghams yard, for their accommodation during gen. meeting. A Barque made its appearance this afternoon. and when it hove in sight gave rise to some pleasant expectations: but she proved to be a Spanish vessel 18 days from St. Bias. Tuesday Feb.y 19. A letter has been recd. by the vessel which arrived yesterday written by Henry Peirce addressed to Mr. Brewer, which states that Mr. Brinsmade sailed from Boston on the 21st Octr. in the ship • Farmer on board which are 25 passengers including women & children for these islands. All their names are given among them are Mr. Brinsmade & lady Cap. Stetson & lady 12 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Mr. Peck & lady Dr. Wood & lady • Mr. Jarves & lady Mr. Burnham & lady Wednesday Feby 201839. I walked to Waikiki this afternoon. Yesterday was the day in which I shd. have gone but owing to the information which was that day reed. my mind was so much taken up that the appointment was forgotten until too late to go. Thursday Feb.y 21st. A native chh. member by the name of Kaka was buried today. Her death occurred on Tuesday very suddenly. She was ill and had been residing a short time on her land somewhere mauka of Honolulu in Honolulu aina. Her health however admitted of her going abroad and on the day before mentioned she set out with a female friend to return to her habitation in our neighborhood: on the way she felt ill having pain in her neck and shoulders, She sat down & her friend lomi'd her which gave relief and they proceeded. Before going far she had another attack and was lomi'd again. They came on a little •. ~, further and she was attacked again and they went into the house of a friend. She proposed prayer and while she was praying she fell over and with the words of prayer on her lips expired. She was much respected by her friends and had maintained a good character as a Christian. Sabbath Feby 24th 1839. Mr. Bingham preached in the Chapel this evening on the words, "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath." Tuesday 25th. Had to tea this evening Mr. & Mrs. Skinner & Mrs. Taylor and Mr. & Mrs. Dominis. Friday March 1st. By invitation ofMr. Hall all the families took tea at the house of Mr. Dimond. Part of the evening was employed in religious duties as a parting with Mr. & Mrs. Hall who expect to embark tomorrow in the ship Nereide for Columbia River. Saturday March 2nd. At 1/4 past 12 o'ck P.M. the ship Nereide loosened from her moorings and set sail for Columbia River, having on board Mr. & Mrs. HalL The 1st Church of Honolulu has purchased a printing press and a small font of types also various implements for binding which are placed under the care ofMr. E. O. Hall for the N.W Mission. • Tuesday March 5th. Mrs. Parker & little daughter Mary arrived from Kaneohe. They put up with us . Miss Smiths vacation commenced yesterday. Mr. Vanduzee here giving orders about the house which he & Mr. Bishop are building for their 13 �LEVI VOLUME 23 accommodation during Gen. Meetg. Saturday March 9th 1839. The Brig Harlequinl Cap. Jennings arrived from Mazatlan: A letter by this • vessel from Mr. Peck to Mr. Diell has come to hand communicating the afflictive intelligence that Abbot Brinsmade died of Croup in February before the arrival of his fatherl and that one of the sons of Mr. Richards had died. Mr. Greenleaf the informant supposed it to be the eldest. Sabbath March 10th. The Lordls Supper was celebrated in the native meeting house and 181 candidates were baptised and admitted to the chh. and 80 persons more propounded. Mr. Bingham preached in Eng. at the chapel in the evening. Monday March 11 th. The Paalua sailed for Maui and the news recently recd was communicated to Mr. Richards. The Europa l Cap. Shaw with Mr. Skinner part owner & supercargo sailed for Canton. Sent all our Canton letters also all the letters on hand for the U.S.A. together with the ApI. No. of Hawaiian Spectator. Thursday March 14th. Mrs. Parker returned to Kaneohe. The Harlequin sailed. Mr. Greenway passenger for Canton. Friday March 15th 1839. The Opupele arrived yesterday from the windward. Governor Adams & • Hoapili wahine arrived in her. Learn from Lahaina that the Becket had gone ashore on the point near Lahaina and is lost. Sabbath March 17 1839. Upwards of 20 native children were baptised this afternoon ~ Most of them the children of parents admitted to the Church on Sabbath last. About 20 persons also were propounded for admission. Mr. Smith preached in Eng. at the Chapel this evening. "I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ. Wednesday 11-ar~h 20. Have chartered the Keola at the expense of fifty dollars to go to Koloa after Mr. Gulick & family ~ Mrs. G. expecting to be confined and desirous to attend Gen. Meeting they have sought thus early to come up. Mr. Bishop is now here attending to the framing of the roof of the house which he & Mr. Vanduzee are building for their accommodation during Gen. Meeting. Thursday Mar. 21. Took tea this evening in company with Mr. & Mrs. Castle at the house of Mr. Ladd. • Mr. Bishop returned to Ewa this afternoon. Friday March 22 1839. This afternoon Mr. Robinson had a fall from the beams of the first floor of the meeting house in to the cellar and was somewhat bruised but it is hoped not seriously injured. He was 14 �LEVI VOLUME 23 brought to our house first and visited here by the Doctor and was carried on a litter hence to his own house. Tuesday March 26. Visited this evening at the house of Mr. Skinner ~ Mr. & Mrs. Dimond were guests :. with us. Yesterday the Lama arrived from Mazatlan having been gone sixty days. The Paalua sailed this morning for Lahaina. By her sent the remainder of Mr. Armstrong's lumber designed for the meeting house at Wailuku, all has been carried gratis by Kekuanaoa. Last evening the last verse of Ezekiel was translated which completes the translation of the Bible. Ezekiel was translated by Mr. Bingham. Thursday March 28th. This morning an English Barque arrived belonging to the Hudson Bay Co. bound to the CoL River to sail again in the course of 5 or 6 days. Friday March 29. Mrs. Chamberlain was called upon to visit Mrs. Lowell Smith being a domestic case. She returned in the evening and expects to be called upon again. Saturday March 301839. The Hooikaika arrived this morning from Lahaina having on board Mr. Clark & family, Mr. & Mrs. Knapp and Mr. McDonald. Messrs. Clark, Knapp & McDonald are in ill health. Mr. Clark quite low. Mr. Clark & family take up their quarters with us for the present. • The Hooikaika returned immediately for the king in consequence of the illness of Kinau, she having had a paralytic shock this morning and being in a dangerous state. Mrs. Chamberlain has been absent most of the day with Mrs. Smith. She came home just before night and returned again before dark. Sabbath March 31. Mrs. C. spent the night at Mrs. Smith's ~ who was sometime in the course of the .morng. deld. of a son which never fully respired, though it manifested some signs of life. A very great disappointment to ~he parents. Mr. Bingham preached in the evening at the Chapel, and informed the cong. that it was a subject of congatulation that at length the entire scriptures had been translated into the Hawaiian language. Monday ApI. 11839. This morning the Keola returned from Kauai; but brought not the family ofMr. Gulick for which she had been chartered & sent. No letter was reed. assigning the reason. The captain reported that the Pilot had sailed with Mr. Alexander & family. The Keola by direction of Mr. Gulick sailed • to Hanalei; but as Mr. Alexander had previously engaged the Pilot to bring him up he rejected the Keola . The vessels sailed the same day. The Pilot started first; but fell behind. The Unity & Clementine arrived from the windward. The Victoria sailed for Lahaina, the state of 15 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Kinau's health being still alarming. The Lama sailed for Canton this aftemoon. • Messrs. Bishop & Vanduzee arrived here from Ewa. Mr. Bishops object is to take to his home two ofMr. .Diell's childn. This evening the Hooikaika arrived from Lahaina and brought Auhea & Kekauonohi ~ and before moming she was despatched again for Hoapili & others. Thursday Arpi14th 1839. The Hooikaika made her appearance this momg. with the King's broad signal displayed. He was reed. with a salute. Between twelve and one o'ck wailing commenced and we were not long in suspense as to the cause. The rushing of the natives to the house where the chiefs had assembled to await the event of Kinau's illness apprized us that her spirit had fled. A large concourse of people assembled in front of the house filled the air with loud notes of lamentation, which continued for several hours. The Pilot arrived from Hanelei with Mr. Alexander and family. They had had been out about nine days and had been very uncomfortable. They are to be accommodated in Mr. Bingham's study. Saturday April 6th 1839. The Paalua arrived early this moming and brought down Mr. Richards & family. • Just as we were setting down to dinner the report of sail hol took us to the garret door where a ship with telegraph signals attracted our sight and lead to the conclusion that the long wished for vessel had come; which proved to be the fact. We soon leamed that it was the Fama. The first boat that came in brought the intelligence that there had been sickness and death on board ~ Mrs. Stetson died on the 8th of March and her remains were still on board. Cap. Hoyer lost a child previously to the arrival of the ship at Valparaiso. Letters <;:ame to hand from the Rooms and from various sources. A long general letter from Mr. Anderson of upward of 80 pages and an appendix of 20 pages more apprised us that subjects relating to our mission have occupied deeply the thoughts of the Board. Mr. Richards reed. the confirmation of the death of one of his sons ~ it proved to that of Charles & not William. He it is hoped died a Christian. Mr. Burnham comes out connected with Ladd & Co. the Pr. Com. not having accepted him for the Seminary. • Mr. Dibble's health had improved but the Comee. hesitated in regard to sending him to the islands. He will remain at present in the U.S. itinerating and preaching the sentiments of the circular. Sabbath, Apt 7th 1839. Mr. Alexander preached at the chapel in the evening ~ to a full house. An 16 �LEVI VOLUME 23 interesting sermon from the words "Their rock is not as our rock, our enemies themselves being judges." Monday ApI. 8. Had the pleasure of receiving a call from Cap. Stetson & Mr. Rogers a pious young man '. silver smith whose wife is sister to wife of Cap. Stetson. Mr. Brinsmade took tea with us this evening. He informed that he met with Warren Fay in Boston at the Missionary Rooms, ~ but did not see Evarts, as he was at Roxbury and not very well at the time. Tuesday ApL 9 1839. A meeting was held this evening at the house ofMr. Diell for a social religious interview in reference to his departure. A subscription was opened by suggestion of Mr. Brinsmade and the paper presented to the persons present to raise means for supporting Mr. Tinker to occupy the post of Mr. Diell until his return. Thursday April 11th 1839. The Oscar sailed at about 1/4 past 3 o'ck P.M. for Canton. Mr. & Mrs. Diell and their eldest daughter and Mr. Clark took passage. We had a parting meeting in our large room. Mr. Clark made some observations respecting the feelings we should act upon at our Gen. Meeting. Should do nothing rashly but do everything with great moderation & wisdom. A hymn was sung & a prayer offered by Mr. Richards ~ It was a tender scene. Pretty soon after the meeting Mr. C. took a seat in a small carriage and he was drawn to the village to embark. • Have felt quite ill to day and took a sweat at night. Sabbath April 14. An English service was conducted in the Chapel at the usual hour in the morning by Mr. Richards; and in the evening Mr. Smith preached. Monday April 15th 1839. The Fama having been brought into the Harbor began to discharge her cargo and in the afternoon we got at some of our goods. Friday Ap. 19. This has been the annual examination of Schools; but I have been so much engaged with our supplies and preparing communications for Hilo to go by the Kahalaea which I have chartered for the purpose of bringing down the Hilo & Kohala families, that I was not able to take any part in it. Most of our supplies are now drawn up, a few more articles only remain. Saturday Ap. 20. The Kahalaea sailed for Hilo to bring the families of that division of Hawaii; to return by way of Kohala to bring br. Bliss & Bailey. charter $120. The Clementine sailed for Norfolk sound. • The Paalua arrived from Lahaina Messrs. Hitchcock & Rogers and their families were passengers. Mrs . Rogers is quite ilL They will remain at our house a few days & then occupy the home of Kaina. 17 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Sabbath April 21st 1839. Two services in English were conducted at the Seamen's Chapel ~ in the morning by Mr. Bingham who detained the cong. till after 1 o'ck P.M. ~ in the evening Mr. Hitchcock • preached ~ and Mr. Richards officiated at the administration of the Lord's supper. Bya vessel from Kauai we hear the melancholly news of Kaikioewa's death ~ which occurred on the 10th instant. We have learned nothing very particular. Tuesday ApI 23rd. The Victoria arrived from Kauai with Mr. & Mrs. Whitney who are to be accommodated in our family. Thursday 25th. have despatched the Hooikaika this day for Lahaina to bring down the families of Messrs. Andrews, Baldwin & McDonald. This was done at the urgent request of Mr. Baldwin. The charter of the vessel is to be $40. This evening the Brig Joseph Peabody arrived 152 days from New York. Friday 26th. Letters came to hand by the Joseph Peabody. Duplicates were reed. of letters by the Fama. We learn that Josiah Thompson died on the passage. 6th inst. Sabbath April 28th 1839. Mr. Hitchcock held forth in the chapel in the forenoon and Mr. Smith preached in the evening. • Monday 29th. The Victoria sailed for Kailua to bring down the Kona families. Charter say $90. The Paalua sailed for Waialua by her I sent some freight. Tuesday 30th. The Hooikaika arrived from Maui, having on board Messrs. Andrews, Baldwin & Forbes and their families. The vessel did not get to the landing till after sun down. Wednesday May 1st. The Keola sailed for Kauai to bring up the families charter $60. The Hooikaika sailed for Hana to stop at Wailuku & Molokai to bring down the remaining families. Charter $80. Mr. Andrews entered Kalaiheana's house and Mr. Forbes the house of Kanae and the rent commenced to day. Thursday May 2. Mr. McDonald & family arrived in the whaling ship Galen from Lahaina. Saturday May 4th. The Kahalaea arrived from Hilo & Kohala ~ passengers as follows: Messrs. Lyman & Coan and Mr. Bliss & family. • A native arrived from Waialua with a burden of 90 lbs. of indian meaL He started just after daylight and arrived here just after dark having travelled not far from 30 miles. Mr. Locke in a letter remarked that the load was rather a large one; but the man would have nothing to bring back. 18 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Wednesday 8th. The Victoria arrived from Kailua with Mr.Thurston and family and Dr. Andrews and family. • Messrs. Bishop & Emerson, Locke & Parker & their families arrived ~ also Miss Brown. Friday 10th. The Hooikaika arrived from Maui this afternoon bringing the families of Messrs. Conde & Ives from Hana and Messrs. Green & Armstrong from Wailuku. It was expected the vessel would stop at Mo10kai to take in Mr. Munn, but as it was too late to make the stop last evening when they arrived off the station the brethren on board considering the state of their families with them, decided to proceed to Honolulu and to send the vessel back after Mr. Munn. Mr. Ives has brought down his effects having decided on his own responsibility to leave Hana, and most probably the mission. Mr. Conde & family take up their lodgings in our house, we having vacated our front bed room for their accommodation, moving our children & selves into one half of the front chamber. Mr. Lyman occupying the other half a kapa partition only dividing our lodging. Mr. Armstrong family will be accommodated in Mr. Bingham's house. Mr. Green ma in the house with Mrs. Clark, and Mr. Ives & family in the house of Kanehoewaa. Saturday May 11, 1839. The Hooikaika having been chartered at the expense of the brethren who • came down in her from Maui, to return after Mr. Munn at Ka1uaaha, set sail this afternoon. Sabbath May 12. Mr. Coan preached in the chapel in the morning and Mr. Lyman in the evening. The Keo1a arrived from Kauai this morning and brought Messrs. Lafon & Johnson & their families & Mr. Tinker. Monday May 13 1839. The General Meeting of the Mission was organised this morning ~ in the School House, and the business commenced. Two Sessions today. Tuesday May 14. The Hooikaika arrived with Mr. Munn and family. They have their accommodations in the house of Manuwa the husband of Kaka deceased. The teachers association convened in the mauka School house ~ address by the President. Friday May 24. Mr. Gulick & family arrived from Kauai and were accompanied by Mrs. Tinker & children. They all take accommodations in the house of Mrs. Diell. The Barque Hope arrived Cap. Dudoit commander. The vessel is fitted out as a whaler. It is said Cap. • Dudoit comes with a Consuls commission for these islands for the French Govt. Wednesday June 5 1839. The funeral of Kinau took place this afternoon. The Br. Sloop of War Sulphur is now here. Cap. Belcher. 19 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday June 13th. The Gen. meeting came to a close adj. sine die. Friday June 14th 1839. This morning the Schooner Kahalaea which has been chartered for $150 to go • to Hilo and Kohala sailed having passengers on board as follows: Messrs. Lyman & Coan, Dr. & Mrs. Andrews & child, Mr. & Mrs. Bliss & child and Miss Smith. The vessel will stop at Kohala going up & leave Mr. Bliss & family & Miss Smith and on her return from Hilo will stop again and take in Mr. Bailey & family with their effects and bring them to Lahaina. The wind has been very favorable blowing apparently from the westward all day. Saturday June 15. The Flibberty Jibbett sailed for Kauai ~ Messrs. Alexander & Johnson & their families & Mrs. Armstrong being passengers. The charter to carry them & effects is $50. I should have mentioned under date of yesterday that Messrs. Emerson & Locke, Messrs. Bishop & Parker returned to their station. Mr. Forbes & wife & two children set out with Mr. Parker & are designing to make the tour of the island. Mr. Conde went the other way with Mr. Emerson mao Monday June 17 1839. Mr. & Mrs ..Whitneyand Dr. & Mrs. Lafon sailed in the Schr. Kinau for Koloa. The Schr. is in the service of Ladd & Co. & Mr. Ladd goes down in the vessel. Mr. Gulick & family left in the Pilot. • We learn by a whal,ing ship just from Tahiti that the French Frigate destined to these islands to settle the difficulties in regard to the Catholics had gone ashore on point Venus at the island of Tahiti and would be detained sometime there to make repairs. Monday June 24th 1839. Several of the families have broken up in order to return to their stations viz. Messrs. Baldwin, McDonald, Green, Rogers & Conde, and have sent their baggage on board Schr. Hooikaika. It was so late when the last load went down that the passengers could not go this evening & they will remain over night. We have Mr. Baldwin & family at our house, also Mr. Conde & family, as before, Mr. Richards left for Kauai in the Schr. Paalua. Tuesday June 25th. The Hooikaika sailed this morning but as she was beat out against a sea breeze and as that was very feeble outside, the Schooner returned and all the passengers came back. Toward evening a breeze having spung up from the land, the br. & sisters embarked again & the vessel left the harbor just after sun down. • Mr. & Mrs. Forbes returned from a tour of 11 days around this island. They take up their lodgings with us. They have three children & four native helpers. Mr. Bishop was up today from Ewa. Hear of more persecution of the Catholics. 20 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday June 27. The Kahalaea retd. from Hilo. Mr. Bailey did not come down being disappointed by the Cap. • Saturday June 29 1839. The Hooikaika sailed for Molokai & Lahaina carrying Messrs. Andrews. Hitchcock & Munn and their families. The vessel was ready to sail last night but owing to illness of Mrs. Andrews she was detained. Saturday July 6th 1839. Dr. Judd & family or the older members of it set off for Ewa and design to make a tour of the island. Mrs. Clark with the oldest and youngest of her children accompanied them to Ewa. Ann Eliza & Caroline stay with us, & Mr. & Mrs. Forbes & family go into Mrs. Clark's house. Sabbath July 7. The Paalua arrived from Kauai and Mr. Richards & Mrs. Armstrong returned. Monday July 8. The Paalua sailed for Maui and Mr. Armstrong & family & Miss Brown took passage on board with Hoapili. Tuesday July 9. The French Frigate so long talked of arrived this morning. Her communications with government have not been very pleasing. Mr. Thurston & family went to Koolau. The following is a copy of a Manifesto addressed to the King of the Sand. Islds. by Cap. L Place • commanding the French Frigate L'Artemise in the name of her government. His majesty the king of the French having commanded me to come to Honolulu in order to put an end either by force of persuasion, to the ill treatment to which the French have been victims at the Sand. Islds. I hasten first to employ this last means as the most conformable to the political noble and liberal system pursued by France against the powerless, hoping thereby that I shall make the principal chiefs of these islands understand how fatal the conduct which they pursue towards her will be to their interests, and perhaps cause disasters to them and to their country, should they be obstinate in their perseverance. Misled by perfidious counsellors; deceived by the excessive indulgence which the French govt. has extend toward them for several years they are undoubtedly ignorant how potent it is, and that in the world there is not a power which is capable of preventing it from punishing its enemies; otherwise they would have endeavored to merit its favor, or, not to incur its displeasure, as they have done in ill treating the French. They would have faithfully put into execution the treaties, in place of violating them as soon as the fear disappeared, as • well as the ships of war who had caused it, whereby bad intentions had been constrained. In fine they will comprehend that to persecute the Catholic religion, to tarnish it with the name of idolatry, and to expeL, under this absurd pretext, the French from this Archipelago, was to offer an insult to French and to its 21 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Sovereign. It is without doubt the formal intention of France that the King of the Sandwich Island be powerful :. independent of every foreign power which he considers his ally: but she also demands that he conform to the usages of civilized nations. Now, amongst these is not even one which does not permit in its territory the free toleration of all religions: and yet at the Sandwich Islands the French are not allowed publicly the exercise of theirs, while Protestants enjoy therein the most extensive privileges; for these all favor, for those the most cruel persecutions. Such a state of affairs being contrary to the laws of nations, insulting to those of Catholics, can no longer continue, and I am sent to put an end to it. Consequently I demand in the name of my Government. 1st. That Catholic worship be declared free throughout all the dominions subject to the King of the Sand. Is1ds.; that the members of this religious faith shall enjoy in them all the privileges granted to Protestants. 2nd. That a site for a Catholic church be given by the Govt. at Honolulu, a port frequented by the French, and that this church be ministered by priests of their nation. 3rd. That all Catholics imprisoned on account of religion since the last persecutions extended to the • French missionaries be immediately set at liberty. 4th. That the King of the S.L deposite in the hands of the cap. of the L.A. the sum of twenty thousand dollars as a guarantee of his future conduct towards France, which sum the Govt. will restore to him when it shall consider that the accompanying treaty will be complied with. 5. That the treaty signed by the King of the Sand Is1ds. as well as the sum above mentioned be conveyed on board the Frigate L'Artemise by one of the principal chiefs of the country; and also that the Batteries of Honolulu do salute the French flag with twenty one guns, which will be returned by the Frigate. These are the equitable conditions at the price of which the King of the S.1. shall conserve friendship with France. I am induced to hope, that, understanding better how necessary it is for the prosperity of his people & the preservation of this power, he will remain in peace with the whole world, and hasten to subscribe to them, and thus imitate the laudable example which the Queen of Tahiti has given in • permitting the free toleration of the Catholic religion in her Dominons; but, if contrary to my expectations, it should be otherwise, and the King and principal chiefs of the S.L led on by bad counsellors refuse to sign the treaty who I present, war will immediately commence, and all the devastations, all the calamities, which 22 �LEVI VOLUME 23 may be the unhappy but necessary results will be imputed to themselves alone, and they must also pay the losses which the aggrieved foreigners, in these circumstances, shall have a right to claim. The 10th of July (9th according to date here) 1839 Captain of the French Frigate L. Artemise Signed C. Laplace (For further incidents see S.I. Gazette of July 13th). The Schr. Kinau sailed for the King, a hostage being detained on board the Frigate as security for his arrivaL Wednesday July 10th. Haalilio who was detained as hostage was exchanged for John Ii who went on board the l' Artemise this morning. Many reports are in circulation respecting the intentions of the Comdr. of the Frigate ~ It is very certain that very decided measures will be taken to carry into effect the designs of the French. Saturday 13th July 1839. Fears are entertained that the King will not arrive in season, and as the Chiefs feel that nothing short of compliance with the demands of the French will prevent hostilities, a result to • which it would be the ruin of their nation to be brought, they have resolved to pledge the consent of the king to the conditions of the Treaty and to offer the money required as security for the fulfilment. The :money was accordingly sent off this afternoon and a salute of 21 guns fired from the fort, which was responded to from the Frigate in token of acceptance. Kikuanaoa & Haalilio were the agents of govt. acting on the occasion and Mr. Richards accompanied them as linguist. Sabbath 14th. The King and Hoapili arrived this morning from Maui, The Paa1ua, Hooikaika & Kinau being the vessels ~t!=endant upon them. A military mass was celebrated on shore by Mr. Walsh in the King's grass house (formerly called the palace). Cap. Laplace for the first time landed from the Frigate, he had been preceeded by a company under arms consisting of 120 men and also about 60 seamen, all in military order. He was met on the pier by a .- large number of the For. Residents ~ who of course welcomed him on shore. • Monday July 15th. Dr. Judd & family arrived from Koolau by the way of Waimanalo & Waikiki, having performed a tour of the island in company with Mr. & Mrs. Jarves. Tuesday 16th. Mr. Emerson who arrived yesterday returned today taking with him Ann Elize & 23 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Caroline Clark. Mrs. Clark being at Waialua and wishing to have her children with her. Friday 19th. The French Frigate sailed off this morning. She left in silence carrying the Twenty :. thousand dollars as security for the fulfilment of the conditions of the Treaty which is to be deposited with the commander at Valparaiso. Mr. Thurston & family arrived from Koolau. Saturday July 20. The Victoria sailed for Kailua & Kealakekua ~ having the Kona families on board Viz. Messrs. Thurston, Forbes & rves. Sabbath 21. The wind was unusually strong last night & has been so to day. The Hooikaika which set out for Lahaina last evening having returned owing to the strength of the wind and the deeply laden state of the vesseL She had a good quantity of lumber & 200 passengers ~ the Kings troops. Monday July 22nd 1839. The Paalua & Hooikaika set sail for MauL It should have been noticed that the Schr. Flibberty Jibbet sailed on Saturday for Waialua, having been chartered by Mr. Locke to carry his building materials &c. to his station. He is to give at the rate of $12 pr. day. Wednesday July 241839. The Barque Vancouver Duncan arrived this evening, 15 days from Cola. River. Reed. letters from the Wesleyan Missionaries and also from the Missionaries of the Am. board. The • Methodist br. speak of success in their work and of the influences of the Spirit being shed upon their families and upon those for whom they labor. Mr. Hall had reached the place of his destination. His letter to bro. Dimond was written on the 22nd of May. He had then been 8 days at Clearwater river and had set up the express and got two forms of the Nez Perces sp. book in type. Mrs. Hall's health had improved. He stated that his return would depend upon the intelligence he might receive from the islands. Friday 26th. Mrs. Clark arrived from Waialua, with her four children. She was attended from Ewa by Bishop. British Brig Elizabeth Buckham Scott, arrived this afternoon, 51 days from Canton, bound to Buenos Ayres. A letter was rec. by Mrs. Carter from her husband by which we get the information that Mr. Diell had sailed for England, that the health of Mr. Clark was improving and that Mrs. Diell and daugtr. Anna would return with Mr. Clark in the Europa which may be expected in six weeks. Very serious difficulties it seems have existed for some months between the Chinese authorities & the Foreign merchants in • consequence of the immense quantities of opium which of late have been introduced into that country. All foreign trade had been suspended, and the residents at Canton imprisoned in their own factories by armed soldiers, till all the opium on hand was given up, amounting to 22,000 chests, valued at $12,000,000 of 24 �LEVI VOLUME 2.3 dollars. Trade had partially commenced again and a fast sailing vessel had been despatched to convey the intelligence to the govt. of Eng. The Am. Frigate Columbia, Comd. Reed, and Sloop JOM Adams, Wiet, :. were at Macao and may be expected here in two months. Saturday July 27 1839. Mr. Locke arrived just at evening from Waialua, He has come to make some inquiry about his duty in the present state of things and to attend to the selling of some lumber which he has shipped in the Flibberty Jibbet now on her way from Waialua. Monday July 30th 1839. The Flibberty Jibbet arrived from Waialua yesterday and her cargo was discharged this forenoon. She has been in Mr. Lockes service 10 days $12 pr. dy. The brethren met to converse on the subject of a communication recd. from Mr. Emerson. ((1st. Will it not be well for us to have an island meeting for a day or two, to consult in relation to measures to be pursued by us, to best serve and save our Churches and this people at this peculiar crises." It was thought that the brethren could do more to subserve the cause by remaining at their posts than by meeting together at the present time, when so much is to be down at every station, that by correspondence with one another by letter the good mght be effected which was sought by a meeting. ((2nd. Will it not be well to put the Bible immediately into the hands of readers letting them have it on • credit ~ with the assurance that they shall not be distressed for the payment of the same ~ although all will be expected to pay for it when they can ~ no family to have more than one Bible on credit and that to be the Family Bible." It has been decided by the br. of this station ~ that the Bible should as fast as possible be put into the hands of those who are able to read, and desirous to obtain the Scripture, but unable to pay for them, without much regard to compensation, as such a course as this would fall in precisely with the intention of the Bible Society. H3rd. May it not be well for Mr. Locke to suspend building and spend the remainder of the year up Koolau at Haula or near there exerting the best influence he can among the people." On this enquiry the br. thought it highly desirable that operations should be carried on in that part of the island ~ that Mr. Locke might go once a week or not so frequent and labor ~ that Mr. Emerson might go occasionally and spend a week or part of a week in preaching & looking after the people: that at any rate • the best teacher that can be found be placed there and vigorous efforts made to instruct the people in the knowledge of the Scriptures and of the only way in which they can be saved. Thursday Augt. 1st 1839. The Sch. Keola sent by Mr. Reynolds to carry letters to St. BIas for 25 �LEVI VOLUME 23 conveyance across the continent returned and brought i\mn. news into ApriL The papers make known that the State of Maine are assuming a hostile attitude toward their neighbors of New Brunswick on '. account of the north east boundary. The information however has been reed. in a private letter that the subject of the difficulties had been committed to Commissioners and it was expected that it would be adjusted amicably. Thursday Aug. 8th. Had the company of Mr. Brewer & Mr. Hooper to tea this evening yesterday Mr. Tinker's family, the evening before Mr. & Mrs .Brinsmade. The Hawaiian Spectator for July having been circulated, the article written by Mr. J arves giving account of the visit of the French Frigate L'Artemise to this place, which is contained in this number, is producing a great excitement. The French and English Consul seem to be most affected, the French Consul in a particular manner, and has represented the article to the King as a libel and has solicited the King to punish the writer. The health of Mrs. Castle has assumed a very unfavorable appearance within a day or two (yesterday or rather last evening) an attack of bleeding from the lungs has quite prostrated her and it cannot but be • feared a decline may set in. Saturday Aug. 10th 1839. Shipped on board Barque Vancouver for Columbia River a quantity of freight for the Missionaries of the A.B. C.EM. consigned to J. Douglas, Esq. Brig Clementine arrived from California ~ Mr. Thompson a naturalist & traveller ~ passenger. Tuesday Aug. 13 1839. Barque Vancouver sailed for Columbia River ~ by her besides freight I sent letters to the following; I Douglas ~ Messrs. Spalding, Whitman, Smith, Walker & Eells jointly & to each separately ~ also to Mr. HalL Messrs. Leslie, White, Lee & Beers separately ~ sent also two boxes of donations for Mr. Leslie one of which was put up by Mrs. Bingham. Wednesday Aug. 14 1839. The case of Mr. Jarves having been referred to arbitrators to decide upon the testimony of witnesses ~ the testimony to be given in writing ~ Two of the arbitrators were chosen by Mr. Dudoit and two by Mr. Jarves ~ those of the former were Mr. Reynolds & French ~ of the latter Mr. Hooper & Dr. Wood, ~ the fifth chosen of the others was Mr. Pelly,~ the investigation took place today. The testimony which Mr. Richards gave in offended Mr. Dudoit very highly, and he did not forbear to • express in words and in gestures his displeasure ~ When Mr. Richards left the room he was followed out by Dudoit who had a horse whip in his hand, which he shook at Mr. R. & said nothing, but his black coat defended him. He employed other language which was highly uncivil ~ and which none but a man of honor 26 �LEVI VOLUME 23 in the popular sense would allow himself to use; who deemed himself insulted. ie The decision was not made up to day ~ the arbitrators meet again tomorrow to make up their minds. Thursday Aug. 15. Mr. & Mrs. Dimond & Mrs. Smith set out to make a tour of this island via Ewa & Waialua. Mr.Bishop came up this day from Ewa and returned again. The arbitrators of Mr. Jarves case made known their decision was was that The statements continued in his piece had not been sustained. A letter recd. yesterday from Mr. Armstrong makes known the afflictive intelligence of the death of Mr. Vanduzee's daughter by Colara infantum. Mr.. & Mrs. V. had come to Wailuku. Monday Aug. 19 1839. Had Mrs. Hoyer and Mr. & Mrs. Richards & children to dinner. In the evening to tea Mr. & Mrs. Jarves & Dr. Judd's family. Tuesday Aug. 20. Walked to Waikiki to attend school called poalua, only 10 schollars. This is the first time I have attended this school since Gen. Meeting. Thursday Aug. 22. Mr. Richards & family left for Maui in the Schr. Keola. The Unity sailed for Hawaii by which freight was sent for Hilo, Kawaihae and Kona. • The Hooikaika sailed for Kauai to bring up Mr. Ladd. Saturday Aug. 24th. The voice of wailing is again raised in our midst ~ the sudden death of Liliha this evening has furnished the occasion. She has been taken away with a stroke ~ an appoplectic shock as it is believed. She was at her house just beyond the creek and was about to return to her residence to Honolulu. Having eaten a hearty supper, she laid herself upon her sleeping place surrounded by curtains, where she remained, not coming out to go to her other house as she had proposed. Some of her attendants remarked to an enquiry about her going Why, she surely does not intend to go to night, Let us go in and lomi her ~ On going in & taking hold upon her they perceived a singularity in her appearance and said he hiamoe ano e keia and raised an alarm ~ on examination she was found to be dead. Sabbath Aug. 25 1839. An Eng. Brig of war arrived this afternoon ~ the Sparrowhaw, Cap. Shepherd from Valparaiso ~ Having stopped at the Marquesas islands and at Hilo on her way. Monday Aug. 26 1839. The Sparrowhawk was brought into the harbor this morning & salutes • exchanged with the government. We understand that she has no business with the government. We understand that the people are extravagant in their expressions of grief on account of the death of Liliha ~ and some appear to be returning to the custom of naaupo times ~ cutting the hair, burning the skin 27 �LEVI VOLUME 23 and knocking out teeth ~ These practices are principally confined to the poe naaupo, though some of the more enlightened have cut off their hair, & have been occupied in singing a mele in praise of the deceased . hiii - r Tuesday Aug. 27 1839. Hoapili and wife together with Mr. Richards arrived from Lahaina. Mr. R. is • furnished with accommodations by the King, and declined our invitation to take up his quarters with us. Thursday Aug. 29. Mr. Smiths new meeting house was opened for worship this afternoon. Sermon by Mr. Bingham from Gen. 28:17. How dreadful is this place. This is none other but the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven. The King and the principal of the high chiefs were present. After the dedication the families went to the house of Mr. Smith and partook of an entertainment. ~ The King was present tea handed round. Friday Aug. 30. Mr. Jarves took passage with his wife for Kauai in the Schooner Kinau. They are going to remain there for the present. For several weeks past they have had their accommodations at Dr. Judd's. Sabbath Sep. 1st. This morning 123 candidates who were propounded six months ago, and have been thus long on probation without any thing being alledged against them why the ordinance of baptism shd. be withheld came forward and were admitted to the Church. The Lord's Supper was administered in the afternoon. A large company set down to commemorate the death of the Son of God. 0 that they may all be • found at last among the guests at the Marriage Supper. Thursday Sep. 5th 1839. The U.S. Ship Relief, Lieut. Long Commander, Store Ship of the Exploring Squadron, arrived this morning. The other ships may not be expected before February or March. Saturday Sep. 7th. Eclipse of the Sun. Greatest obscuration about a quarter past 11 o'ck A.M. Had hoped it would be annular, but it did not prove to be so. Probably 2 degrees farther south the Eclipse was centraL Monday Sep. 9 1839. The Sparrowhawk, Cap. Shepard sailed this morning ~ goes first to Kealakekua afterward to Tahiti and then to Valparaiso. Lt. Long in Company with Mr. Brinsmade called upon the families of the station this morning ~ This was a return call for one made on him by us on Friday. Friday Sep. 13. Mr. Richards embarked for Lahaina on board the Schooner Hooikaika. He was solicitous to return on account of having heard that Mrs. R. has had a return of sleeplessness with which • she had before been afflicted occasioned in part by having been left alone . Have had the notice ofMr. Mc.Donalds death, which took place on Saturday last at sun set. Mr. Baldwin wrote as follows, "Bro. McDonald has gone to his rest. He lived one week beyond the time when 28 �LEVI VOLUME 23 I. began to fail rapidly & we supposed was near his end. The last week was one of suffering, and his desire to depart was great and constant. He died easily at sunset Saturday and is to be buried today (Monday Sep. 9th). May the Lord bless this dispensation to our good." He has left a widow and two children to mourn his early departure. Sabbath 15th 1839. I have a boil on my back of so painful character that I did not attend meeting either in the forenoon or afternoon. I was able to get out to the"~abbath School only. Dr. Judd calls the painful affection on my back a carbuncle. Monday Sep. 16. A protracted meeting commenced this afternoon in Mr. Smith's congregation. Messrs. Emerson & Parker assist. Wednesday Sep. 18. This afternoon the Europa arrived from Canton in a passage of 66 days. Mr. Clark & Mrs. Diell & daughter arrived as passengers. The health of Mr. Clark restored to soundness. Thursday Sep. 19. The Ship Relief sailed to day, Lt. Long ~ destined for New Holland & thence to the U.S.A. Friday 20th. The Beaver, Cap. Rogers sailed for the U.S.A. It is expected her course will be pretty much direct. By her sent all our American letters ~ the Gen. letter of the Mission, minutes and the Protest against • the proscription of the of the Missionaries by Cap. Laplace of the French Frigate l' Artemise, which is ford. to the Missionary Rooms. Monday ~ The Europa got into the harbor. Saturday Sep. 28th 1839. Dr. Judd set out for Waialua to visit Mr. Locke's youngest child ~ which is sick. A communication has been recd. today by the King from Mr. Charlton complaining of an aggression of the local authorities of Waimea on Hawaii upon the property ofWm. Hughes a British subject, and requiring redress. Threatening to complain to the British Govt. if full satisfaction be not rendered; and to despatch a vessel to the commander of the British squadron at Valparaiso and lay the case before him for his action. Mr. Clark & family took passage in the Paalua for Lahaina ~ They set sail this afternoon with a strong breeze. During this week the old meeting house has been rethatched. • Wednesday Octr. 2. The remains of Liliha which have been lying in state since her decease Aug. 24th were this afternoon borne in grand procession to the meeting house where funeral services were performed. The procession was formed at her house near Mr. Smiths meeting house; the coffin was covered with red 29 �LEVI VOLUME 23 velvet ornament with bronze decorations and placed on a herse attached to four carriage wheels and surmounted with a canopy of black silk edged with a neat white fringe. A majestic black Kahili was carried in front and bearers of small Kshilis of varigated colors walked on each side. Mr. Bingham & Mr. Walsh in • white sacrdotal garments with John Stevens in full military dress in the centre led the procession and they were followed by the band playing a funeral dirge - the missionaries foreigners and foreign consuls coming in behind in their order and directly preceeding the coffin, with the Kings guard in single column & measured step on each side. The sermon was preached by Mr. Bingham from Rev. 3: 2 & 3 v. It was a discourse well adapted to the circumstance of the case of the deceased, and contained serious warnings to those who profess to be the followers of Christ but afford only dubious evidence of being sincere. It was a singular arrangement to place a Roman Catholic Priest by the side of Mr .Bingham who walked as the officiating clergyman, but I hear that it was at the instance of Mr. Charlton, who declared that he would leave the procession unless Mr. Walsh was allowed to take his place by the side ofMr. Bingham in front. Mr. Walsh walked into the meeting house in the procession; but on arriving opposite the pulpit, and a seat being assigned to him he declined the acceptance and walked out of the house. The English Consul ~ • did not enter the house and was seen abroad during the exercises. The body was removed in procession to the Fort, whence it is to be removed to Lahaina. Mr. Walsh joined the procession after it had left the meeting house, occupying the same place as before. No guns were fired on the occasion, probably because the chiefs did not wish to use up the powder. Thursday Octr. 3rd 1839. The Kahalaea with the remains of Liliha on board with Kekauonohe, Kehikili & others sailed in company with the Keola for Lahaina. We learn that the Eng. Consul is much displeased with the Sandwich Island government, and has hauled down his flag. One ground of displeasure was the refusal of Auhea to order the magistrates of Waimea to be brought down here to be tried for alledged illegal conduct in regard to depriving a British subject by the name of William Hughs of his property. Auhea said she would write to Gov. Adams to investigate the subject: but this would not satisfy his Consularship. Another ground of offense was the refusal of the government to acknowledge a claim of about 20 thousand dollars against the estate of Liliha. • The English consul is also much displeased with the mission and declares he will have nothing to do with any business in the conducting of which a mi~sionary is invited to take a part. Friday 4. Had the company of Dr. & Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Little & Mrs. Diell to tea this evening. Mrs. Diell 30 �LEVI VOLUME 23 has moved into Mr. Hall's house this week. Ie Sabbath Octr. 6th 1839. As Mr. Tinker expects soon to return with his family to Koloa, in consequence of which the Seamens Chapel will be vacant; he proposed that the communion of the Lord's Supper should be celebrated this evening, which was done. Dr. & Mrs. Wood having been recommended to the Bethel Church were reed. as members and participated with the church in the solemn ordinance. Tuesday 7th. Mr. & Mrs. Castle took passage in the Unity for Hawaii. The health of Mrs. C. is evidently declining and voyaging has been recommended by the physician. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp have moved into the house occupied by Mr. Castle. Thursday 9th. Arrived this morning the 64 gun Frigate Columbia. Com. Read. Lt. McGruder and in about 3 hours after the sloop of war John Adams of 20 guns, commanded by Cap. Wyman ~ Lt. Foote & Turner. A Salute was exchanged between the Columbia and the Fort. The American Consul made an official call and afterwards the Eng. Consul; both were saluted with usual number of guns. The crews of both vessel have been greatly afflicted with sickness; on board the frigate have been 25 deaths since leaving Canton. 64 have died since the vessel left the U.S. A sailor was buried this afternoon from the Columbia attended by the Chaplain; Rev. Mr. Taylor "", . , Friday Octr. 11 1839. The Sloop of war John Adams entered the harbor this morning. Messrs. Bingham, Smith, Tinker & myself visited the John Adams and Columbia. We did not have an interview with the Commodore, as he left the vessel before we reached the ship; he had made an appointment to call upon the Chiefs at 12 o'ck. By the Clarion which arrived to day from Maui learn that Mr. Bailey arrived at Lahaina from Kohala on Saturday evening 5th inst. having moved with his effects to fulfil his appointment of the High SchooL Saturday Octr. 12 1839. Mr. Richards arrived from Lahaina in the Victoria. Mr. Tinker sailed for Kauai with his family on board the Enterprise Cap. Haggarty. His appointment as preacher in the Seamens Chapel having been fulfilled. A protracted meeting this week. Wednesday Octr. 16, 1839. Mr. Parker & family arrived this evening from Kaneohe; Mr. Parker being very ill with jaundice. They stop at our house. The br. of this station addressed a letter this evening to • Com. Geo. C. Read requesting an investigation of our conduct that the question may be answered whether we as a mission have violated our neutrality so as to have forfeited our protection as Am. citizens. Thursday 17. Mr. Hooper & Mrs. Little united in marriage. Mr. Taylor performed the service. 31 -------- ,~-,-~ ... �LEVI VOLUME 23 Saturday Octr. 19 1839. Schooner Morse commanded by H.A. Peirce owned & fitted out by Mr. Hunnewell arrived 6 mo. from Boston & brought a few packages and letters for the mission. • Sabbath. Episcopal service in the seamans chapel conducted by Mr. Taylor Chap. of the Columbia. Monday Octr. 21. Mr. & Mrs Castle arrived this morng. from Hawaii in the unity. and they were accompanied by Miss Smith. The health of Mrs. Castle appears not to have been benefited by the voyage. Wednesday Octr. 23. Mr. & Mrs. Vanduzee arrived in the Wm. Lee on their way to the U.S. Miss Ogden came from Lahaina with them for a visit to this place. She will take up her lodgings with us. An ahaaina on board the Columbia: did not go ~ others went. Thursday Octr. 24. Addressed a second communication to Com. Read pressing the subject of an investigation and an answer to our first letter. Friday 25. Addressed a letter to Mr. Brinsmade inclosing copies of our two letters to Comde. Read and requesting him to forward by his influence the objects of our communications. Saturday Octr. 26. Mr. & Mrs. Bishop arrived from Ewa with their son, for the purpose of attending his embarkation with Mr. Vanduzee and family on board the ship Wm. Lee, Cap. Hussey. • Monday Octr. 28th 1839. The families of this station met in our room to attend a parting exercise in reference to the departure of Mr. & Mrs. Vanduzee &Sereno E. Bishop who were expected to embark in the ship Wm. Lee but owing to the wind did not go on board. Tuesday Octr 29. The Wm. Lee sailed this afternoon. This afternoon recd. an answer from Comde. Read to our communication declining to institute an investigation of our case as invited by US in our communications to him. Lt. Foote took tea with us this evening. Wednesday Octr. 30th. Mr. Emerson arrived here from Waialua, and assisted in our usual Wednesday eveg. meeting. Lt. Foot & several other persons were present. Mr. Bingham made some remarks and gave us the information that this day had been the 49th anniversary of his birth & the 50 of his age. Friday Novr. 1st. Mr. Emerson departed for Waialua and was accompanied by Miss Ogden, and carried our daughter Martha Ann. They did not set out until after dinner and will stop at Ewa tonight. Saturday Novr. 2nd 1839. The Paalua arrived this morning and brought as passengers Mr. & Mrs. • Rogers & child; the health of Mrs. R. is impaired, having nervous affection & dispepsia. In the same vessel came down three Japanese who were in connection with four others picked up at sea on board a junk by the ship J as. Loper, Cap. Cathcart. The four arrived at this place some time ago having been put on bd. another 32 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ----- - �LEVI VOLUME 23 vessel at sea by Cap. Cathcart. The three who were landed at Lahaina being strongly recommended to our ·t. attention by Mr. Baldwin, we have taken in and afforded them accommodations in the dobie house built by Mr. Parker for h is accommo dation during gen. meeting. Monday Novr. 4 1839. The Frigate Columbia & sloop of war John Adams left early this morning. The influence which the officers of this squadron has exerted in favor of the mission & on the govt. of these islands we have reason to believe will be extensively salutary. Some of the officers particularly Lt. Foot & Turner of the John Adams have been indefatigable to set to rights the public mind in regard to the principles & system of the mission, and they have secured a testimony from the officers in our favor which will be widely circulated. Tuesday Novr. 5 1839. This morning George informed me that one of the Japanese which we have lodged was unwell, that he had been ill according to the testimony of his companions during the night in consequence of which they had all been deprived of rest, and that they did not wish to be disturbed to receive food. Hearing that the old man was sick I directed George to inform Dr. Judd which he immediately went to do but failed to find him. About noon he went again to the house where the men were lodged and now found to his surprise that the man was dead and from the fact of his body's being perfectly cold it was • judged that he had been dead some time. As soon as I had received this information I requested George to give notice to the Dr. that he might examine the corpse, which was done. From the account of the case given by the two companions of the deceased it was concluded that the disease was cramp or inflammation of the bowels, as the signs given implied that the seat of the pain was the bowels & stomach. The men did not appear to be aware that their companion was dead till George called about noon to arouse them. When on uncovering him supposing him only to be asleep he was found stiff and cold, they were much affected and bowing thei:t; heads low they wept with many tears; but made no noise. The other four who had been their fellow sufferers in the junk and with them rescued from the jaws of a lingering death to which they were exposed in their wrecked condition, were made acquainted with the melallcholly fact and came to mingle their tears and perform superstitious ceremonies over the body of their companion and commander, as the desceased was owner of the wrecked vessel. I gave directions to have a coffin made and pointed out a spot in the buring ground where his body • might be interred ~ for these attentions they seemed to be grateful, and desirous that the interment soon take place. It was thought best to delay it however until tomorrow, as the time for doing all the work was short, and it seemed also proper that as the death was so sudden and happening in such circumstances, the 33 �LEVI VOLUME 23 body should be further examined; which was done in the evening by Dr. Judd. The King also calling at the house to observe the strangers in their grief. No suspicions were entertained by Dr. Judd of any unfairness in • relation to the cause of the death; on the contrary it was regarded by him as one of those visitations of providence around which a veil is drawn by him who doeth his own will & giveth no account of his matters. Wednesday Novr. 6, 1839. The interment of the stranger took place in the common burying ground. Quite a number of natives, church members & others collected around the house where the remains were laying decently enclosed in a coffin; which when placed in a cart were drawn to the grave followed by the Japanese as mourners & by the natives who fell in behind. At the grave Mr. Bingham read a portion of Scripture & offered a prayer part in native & part in English. The mans [sic] name as communicated by Mr. Baldwin is "Heshero". He left a wife & children in Japan ~ three sons & two daughters ~ His desire to return was very strong. Alas! he has gone to his long home and will never see again in the flesh the faces of those he seemed so much to love. And they ~ long since probably have ceased to expect his return, or if the hope of it has at any time lighted up a feeling of joy in the bosom of the desolate mother it was but for a moment:~ and the chilling uncertainty of his fate has • again frozen her joy. This afternoon Mr. Richards sailed for Maui in the Schooner Paalua. The King & wife. Saturday N ovr. 9th 1839. Mr. Brinsmade & wife sailed for KauaL The health of Mrs. B. is quite feeble. Sabbath Novr. 10. Mr. Smith being absent from his congregation performing a tour around the island the services devolved on Mr. Dimond, who was assisted by Mr. Cooke. Oerrit Judd is quite ill: his father thinks dangerously ~ with inflammation of the bowels. Mr. Bingham, qy special request performed divine service in the Seamen's chapel this evening. Text "If judgement begin at the house of God ~ and if the righteous scarcely be saved where shall the ungodly & the sinner appear. Monday Novr. 11. Mrs. Chamberlain & Maria Jane in company with Mr. & Mrs. Rogers' set out for Ewa & to make a tour of the island. They are accompanied by 18 natives 14 of whom are employed for the occasion at 25 cts. pr day ~ half pay in cloth. • Tuesday 12. Keano died the forenoon. She has been sick but a short time. This woman was one of the principal heirs of Liliha and is half sister of Paki. Wednesday 13. Gerrit Judd is so low that scarcely no hopes are entertained of his recovery. He is aware 34 �LEVI VOLUME 23 of his danger and is willing to die. He took an affectionate & affecting leave ofleave of his parents & brothers & sisters and left messages for the children. As there is hope of all the living I would not give him up: but commend his case earenestly to God, who will all that is best ~ best for the child ~ for the parents & • for the cause. After writing the above I was called to assist in the last sad office of laying out the body of the child. He breathed his last just before 11 o'clock, few minutes before I was called. Friday Novr. 15 1839. The funeral of Gerrit took place to day at 10 o'ck. A verse of a hymn was sung & a short prayer offered at the house; at the close of which when the procession formed and proceeded to the school house, the remains being carried by four of Dr. Judds domestics. The exercises were conducted by Mr. Bingham who preached an hour and a quarter upon the words of Job. "The Lord gave & the Lord hath taken away. Blessed be the name of the Lord. The exercises being closed the procession formed again and the remains were borne to the place of interment ~ the grave was opened just at the feet of Mrs. Rogers' in the range of Mrs. Stetson's. A short address and prayer were further offered by Mr. Bingham, and the earth was returned to its place over the coffin on which were green leaves of geranyum & pink flowers of the Peruvian jessclmine sprinkled together in a cluster. Being a little withered and faded they expressively told • ~ the truth of what our choicest earthly comforts are - a fading flower a withering leaf. "So fades the lovely blooming flower Frail smiling solace of an hour." I reed. a line from Mrs. C. this morning giving notice of her arrival at Kaneohe last evening, and of her purpose to start early for the pali, requesting a horse to be sent hither for her. Mr. Parker was kind enough to set out on h~rseback to meet her, and I having obtained a horse of Mrs. Hooper sent it forward with a native. They arrived before the exercises were closed and Mrs. C. & Maria Jane came to the school house in season to listen to part of the exercises to witness the solemnity of the occasion: and walked in the procession to the grave. Saturday Novr. 16 1839. Robert S. Morris a Midshipman of the John Adams, who was received to the family of Dr. Judd in consequence of being in a low state of health, where he has reed. kind attention & sympathy died this night between 11 & 12 dck. • It is hoped that he embraced the Savior during his illness and that the means employed since his residence in our neighborhood have been blessed to his benefit. Sabbath Novr. 17 1839. The funeral of Robert S. Morris was attended at 4 o'ck from the house of Dr. 35 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Judd, under the direction ofMr. Hooper acting as Consular agent. A prayer at the house and church burial service at the grave was the exercises on the occasion, performed by Mr. Bingham. The grave was a few feet • outside of that opened for Gerrit Judd in the same range. The age of the young man was a little rising of 18. An Am. Flag was thrown over his coffin for a pall and was borne by 4 of Dr. J's domestics & assistants. Monday Novr. 18th 1839. Mr. Parker and family returned to their station at Kaneohe. Tuesday Novr. 19. All the brethren of this station met together to conduct on the subject of a communication from Ladd & Co. protesting strongly against publishing an article of Mr. Jarves, in the Hawaiian Spectator, containing the account of the proceedings of the trial of his case and the decision of the referees and remarks of Mr. Jarves explanatory of the transactions. The br. expressed the unanimous opinion that under existing circumstances it is not expedient the article should be published in the Spectator. Thursday Novr. 21. Dr. Judd & family accompanied by Miss Ogden set sail this morning in the Paalua for Lahaina. A special object of the Drs. visit is to investigate the cause of the sickness of the children of the Fam. Semy. at Wailuku. • ~ Friday Novr. 22. Kahekili a chief woman in our neighborhood a daughter of a former King of this island died last night. The wailing was heard in the night. Mr. Rogers & family set out in the Victoria for Kauai which proceeded as far as Barbour's point and being there met by a strong head wind which disputed the passage round the point, they put back, and just before dark she arrived off the forks of the harbor. Mr. Rogers & family did not get on shore till between 10 & 11 o'cloclz. The Cap. has decided to remain till after the Sabbath. Sabbath 24th. Mr. Colcord made confession of his sin and was restored to the Chh. Monday Novr. 25 1839. Mr. & Mrs. Rogers and child sailed in the Victoria for KauaL Tuesday 26. The Joseph Peabody arrived from the coast. Cap. Dominis. Wednesday 27. The Young Eagle, Cap. Crocker sailed homeward. Sent letters. Thursday 28. The Avarick, Cap. Lawrence, sailed homeward. Mr. Colcord & his four children took passage. He expects to return in about 15 mo. • Friday 29th. Learn that Mr. Peirce of the firm Peirce & Brewer is very sick. Some apprehensions are entertained for his life. (December 23, Convalesant.) Sabbath Decr. 1st. The Lord's Supper celebrated and a large number of persons recd. into the Church. 36 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday Deer. 12. Mr. & Mrs. Castle set out for Ewa this morning purposing to make the tour of the island. The journey is undertaken for the benefit of Mrs. C's health. • Friday 13. Mission family took tea at Mr. & Mrs. Hooper's. Monday Deer. 16th. Barque Vancouver arrived from Columbia River & brought many letters from Mr. Hall and the brethren of the Board's Mission in Oregon also from the Methodist Mission. Wednesday Decr. 18. Mr. & Mrs. Castle returned from a tour around this island. Her health does not seem to have improved by the journey. Friday Decr. 20th 1839. Took tea with Mr. & Mrs. Johnstone ~ our family alone. A singing school this evening at the house of Mr. Knapp & Mr. Castle. Monday Decr. 23rd. Mrs. Diell returned from Kaneohe after a stay their of about two weeks. Mrs. Castle since Saturday evening has been quite ill ~ Dr. Judd & Dr. Wood both absent ~ so that no physician in whom confidence can be reposed is accessible. Wednesday Decr. 25. The Europa sailed for Valparaiso. Mr. & Mrs. Skinner and Mr. Johnson a naturalist are passengers. Mr. Skinner is owner ~ Captain & Supercargo ~ at least nominally. • Thursday Decr. 26. The Kahalaea arrived from Kauai ~ Dr. & Mrs. Wood & Mr. Brinsmade, Mr. Peek & Mr. Perrier are passengers. Monday Decr. 301839. The Unity sailed to carry the gang ofN.W. Indians back to their own shores, who came in the Thomas Perkins, Cap. Snow. Tuesday Decr. 31. The Ship Alciope arrived commanded by Cap. Clapp. Sailed from Boston on the 20th of June. Brings us a large shipment of supplies & many letters. Saturday Jany. 11th 1840. Mr. .Rogers & family arrived to day in the Schooner Pilot from Kauai. The health of Mrs. Rogers seems to be considerably improved. Tuesday Jany. 14. The Brig Lama sailed early this morning Cap. Brewer having command. Mr. Hooper & Mr. Perrier passengers. By her sent a small amount of freight and a pretty large package of letters. Our list of goods wanted for the year 1841 goes by this opportunity. Wednesday 15. Mr. Rogers & family took passage for Lahaina in schooner Keola. Thursday 16. The families of this neighborhood took tea at the house of Cap. Dominis this evening. • Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua, reports that he has been obliged to suspend Kuokoa from his church for extortion & contumacy. Monday Jan. 20. Heard to day from Maui of the death of Kalaualu. Also that the Schooner Kuala has 37 �LEVI VOLUME 23 been cast away on the western part of Maui and entirely lost with upwards of 1000 dollars worth of Mission property on board. • Mr. Brinsmade sailed for Kauai in the Schooner Pilot. Tuesday 21. Had a slight tum of raising blood this evening or just about dark. The first I have had for seventeen years. I do not know of any special exertion which has been the occasion of it, though some excitement may have been the cause. The Lord grant me a preparation for his wilL It has been of his great goodness that I have been spared a recurrence of disease and of attacks to which I was subject in early life. Saturday Jan. 25 1840. Raised a little blood this evening. Wednesday Jan. 29. Just after laying down as I went to bed tonight, the symptoms of blood from the lungs were so evident that I sent for Dr. Wood. This was about 10 o'ck. Mrs. Chamberlain went after Mr. Bingham who came & remained with me till Dr. W. arrived, when I was bled ~ the quantity about 16 oz. This gave relief. Monday Feby 3. Had more symptoms of bleeding. Dr. Wood took a small quantity of blood from the arm ~ about 4 oz. applied a blister & prescribed digitalis. Tuesday 4th. Mrs. Hooper spent the day with us. In the evening had the company of Cap. Dominis & ., Wife. Miss Mary Smith, Cap. Clap, Messrs. Marshall, Johnson & Thompson. Felt more unwell than usual, and an uncommon weakness of the lungs. When I lay down on my bed I had a sensation of blood starting from the lungs, and this was followed by raising a small quantity: but I succeeded in suppressing it. Passed however an uncomfortable night. Wednesday Feby. 5. Dr. W. called & cupped me in the side & ordered digitalis & antimony. Thursday 6. Dr. Judd & family arrived from Lahaina. Lungs continue to be quite weak. Saturday Feby 8. Mrs. Smith was confined with a son, which did not survive the birth. A great disappointment to both the parents; but they are resigned. Sabbath Feby 9 1840. The care of Sabbath School is intrusted for the present to Kuke, John Ii & ApiL Mrs. C. attended chapel in the evening with the two girls. Mr. Bingham preached. Monday Feby 10. An entertainment on board the Brig Joseph Peabody made by Cap. Dominis on account of his wife who is about to leave with her husband on a voyage. • Thursday Feby 13. Had a blister applied to my side for the relief of pain which I have felt in that region. My lungs are still quite weak. Learn that Dr. Judd has communicated to Mrs. Castle that there is no hope in her case of recovery. 38 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Saturday Feby 15. Barque Don Quixote Cap. John Paty arrived from Boston. I rode to the village with Mr. Castle and got some though not all the letters brot. by this vessel. I was occupied most of the day & felt :. more comfortable than usuaL In the evening my blister was dressed and was at first very troublesome. In the night fever came on & about 5 o'ck sabbath morng. Mrs. Chamberlain arose & went after Dr. J. who came and administered salts, which operated pretty freely but did not remove my fever. Tuesday Sep. 22 1840. After so long a suspension of these minutes I resume them. The Minutes of my passage to California & Mazatlan are contained in two small writing books, and some notes of passing events are contained in two sheets of paper which may be found in the folds of this book. I find that I have a cold coming on, probably occasioned by bathing this forenoon. Last evening also I was exposed to taking cold by walking out while in a perspiration, though I threw a cloke over me. Thursday Sep. 24. The Sloop of war Vincennes Comde. Wilkes arrived from the Fijii Islands ~ in a passage of 45 days. The Flying Fish Schooner, Cap. Sinclair had arrived previously. The Peacock & Brig Porpoise are behind. Friday Sept. 25. The Vincennes was brot. into the har:bor and moored near Ladd & Cos wharf. All the • brethren of the station went on board and were introduced by Mr. Brinsmade by the Am. ConsuL The Eng. & French Consul & several gent. both Eng. & Am. w~re on board at the same time making their respects '-,,,- to the Commodore. -------.,- The Com. takes up his quarters on shore in the house of Auhea. He visited Mr. Cookes school in the afternoon & invited the children to visit his vessel to;~rr6w; Saturday Sep. 26th 1840. By letter this day recd. from Lahaina we learn that Cap. Stetson was married on the 24th to Mrs. McDonald and that he expects to sail direct for Kauai in a whaling ship ~ the cap. of which offers Mr. Tinker & family a gratuitous passage to the U.S. Mr. & Mrs. Munn are expected to take passage with Cap. & Mrs. Stetson for Koloa on a visit. Took an emetic this evening which did not cease operating till about 12 o'ck. I did not experience much if any relief from it. Sabbath 27. I did not attend meeting today, but went out after dinner to my Sabbath School. Rev. Mr. Elliot Chaplain of the Squadron preached in the chapel at noon & evening and is said to have • preached two very good sermons . Monday Sep. 28. Learn that a woman by the name of Mokuiki the mother of Kapaakea died very suddenly last night after taking native medicine. It was given by her own husband who was at variance with 39 �LEVI VOLUME 23 her) and it is believed that what he gave was poison, though he called it awa. The physicians have had an examination of the body and they found the stomach much inflamed & gave in the verdict that she died of • inflammation of the stomach. The man who gave the potion & others who were concerned with him have been apprehended and they will be tried for their lives. Hear that there is much drinking at Waialua. Had a call this afternoon from Come. Wilkes accompanied by the Am. ConsuL Was bled this evening perhaps 3/4 of a pound of blood taken from my arm. Tuesday Sep. 29 1840. The King & Kekauluohe arrived from Maui in the Paalua and were attended by Mr. Richards. The vessel did not get down till near evening; a salute was fired on the occasion. Wednesday Sep. 30. The trial of the persons implicated in the death of the woman who died suddenly on Sabbath evening supposed to have been poisoned, took place today. Kamanawa the husband and Lono captain of the Hooikaika were the persons. A jury was empannelled and advocates chosen; and the business of the court opened; On trial it appeared by the confession of the husband that he administered the substance which caused her death and that Lono assisted in preparing it as well as having made known that he was acquainted with the substances that would form a compound that would cause death. It :. appeared also in the confession that the said Lono had administered the same kind of medicine to Keawehawaii a former cap. of the Hooikaika which caused almost instant death, and that he had also poisened a former wife) and had it in purpose to poison his present wife. These facts he had stated to Kamanawa and the same Kamanawa communicated to the court; and it is believed that they were the truth tho. Lono stated they were not true tho. he did not deny having made such disclosures to Kamanawa. The plea of the individuals were that he Kamanawa did not know that the medicine would kill; and of the other that he dicl not administer the preparation. So flimsy was their plea and yet they imaginined that they should escape punishment!! Kekauluohe has, we have learned, passed sentence of death upon the persons, tho. the time is not fixed for the execution of it. Peacock arrived this evening. Monday Novr. 23rd. 1840. Since the last entry I have been afflicted with sickness; but God in great goodness to me has raised me so as to be able again to attend to business a little. The Brig Thomas Perkins arrived 151 days from New York. A few letters have come to hand but we hope to receive more. 40 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Tuesday Novr. 24th. Several parcels of letters have come to hand from the Thomas Perkins, among •• them we find several from our two sons. Also a general letter of 8 sheets from the Secretary for the mission and a letter from the Treasurer. We are happy to hear that the receipts of the Board have been such notwithstanding general commercial embarrassments, that there is a prospect that the Board will be able to furnish us as much for our support the next year as they appropriated for the current year; that is as much of $35,000 as we may need. Saturday Novr. 28th. Mr. Agate, artist belonging to the Peacock called and sketched my likness ~ he commenced about 12 o'ck and abating the time which it took to eat diner was occupied till sundown. I sat about 5 hours. The Schooner Flying Fish having been absent about 18 days on a trip to Hawaii to carry several scientific gentlemen of the Explor .Exp. for a visit to the volcano accompanied by Mr. HalL return towards eveng. Wednesday December 2nd 1840. Mr. & Mrs. Diell and their four children embarked in the ship Lausanne Cap. Spalding for the u.S. Dr. & Mrs. White & two children of the Methodist Mission from Columbia river ~ and Miss Mary Smith take passage in the same ship. She sailed in the afternoon, together :. with several other vessels; one of which was u.S. Sloop of War Peacock Cap. Hudson. The Flying Fish started to go out and struck aground so that she did not get off till after dark. Thursday Decr. 3. The U.S. Sloop of War Vincennes, Comd. Wilkes left the harbor bound for Hilo, Mr. Brinsmade & Dr. Judd go passengers. The comd. has made arrangements to ascend Maunaloa in order to make observations there ~ he will carry various apparatus for astronomical observations, & will be employing natives to carry the apparatus & means of living and directing the native corps. Sabbath, 7. The Lord's Supper was celebrated in the native congregation. No new additions none propounded. Notice was given that the 1st day of January next would be observed as a day of Thanksgiving. Wednesday 10. The Ship Alciope, Cap. Clap sailed for the u.S. Cap. Carter & family ~ Mr. Couthovy a Scientific gentlemen of the Explo. Expedition & Mary Warren are passenger. One or more of the children of foreign parents are sent to the U.S. I met Mr. Couthovy yesterday afternoon leading a foreigners child by the hand. He remarked she was to • be a scholar of his as he intended to keep school on board ~ and he also said he should act in the capacity of Parson Physician & School master. Friday Decr. 11. 1840. Had company to tea ~ Dr. & Mrs ..Wood, Mrs. Hooper, Mrs. Taylor, Mr. & Mrs. 41 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Skinner & Cap. Varney of the Brig Thomas Perkins. Also Mr. H.A. Peirce. The evening passed pleasantly ~ Mr. Hall came in after tea. • Mr. Armstrong set out on a tour of the island ~ going by the way of Waikiki intending to spend the Sabbath at Kaneohe ~ and on Monday to return by the way of the Pali and then direct his course to Ewa & Waianae so as to be at Koolau the latter part of next week in order to attend a protracted meeting with Mr. Emerson in that division of his field. Saturday 12th. Took tea at Mr. Dimond's. On Thursday evening we took tea at Mr. Hall's. Sabbath 13th. Mr. Armstrong being absent John Ii conducted the exercises in the native congo The method was much as usual except that he read a printed sermon. I attended my Sabbath School the first time for eleven weeks. I was able to ask questions on the verses of the week. I hope my health will allow of my attending. Monday Deer. 141840. Took a dose of salts today in consequence of having something coming on my neck of the nature of a boiL It has been troublesome for about six days and I fear it will prove to be a carbuncle. Mr. Hall obtained the Clarion to carry lumber &c. to Wailuku & to bring from thence sugar & I!. molasses belonging to Mr. Armstrong. I t was stated this evening in our meeting at the house of br. Castle & Knapp, - being the 5ab. Sch. Con., that the number of children in the Sab. Sch. of the two congregations in this village amounts to about 500. This increase of scholars is owing to the takining effect of laws on the subject of schools; which laws are now in the press & will soon be out. Mr. Armstrong returned this afternoon from Kaneohe where he spent the Sabbath. He will not set out till next week to prosecute the tour of the island. Tuesday Deer. 15. It has been 'stated to me to day that the French Consul has asserted that in consequence of the law of the chiefs on the subject of schools the treaty is broken. I do not know how the law can be construed into a breach of treaty unless it be that privileges are enjoyed by protestants which seem to be denied to Catholics. I have not seen the laws on the subject of schools and therefore do not know whether a fair construction of them can involve the imputation. Friday Deer. 18 1840. After breakfast I rode to Dr. Wood's in company with Mr. Castle, and Dr. W. • examined and lanced the swelling on my neck. He says it is an absess not a carbuncle as I supposed . Reed. letters to day from the windward by the Don Quixote which arrived last night and by a small Schr. from Maui this morning. 42 �LEVI VOLUME 23 !. Hear of the arrival of the Vincennes at Hilo on the 9th inst. and of the Expedition to Maunaloa being about ready to set off ~ 20 days are expected to be occupied in the excursion & the accomplishment of the objects of the visit. Took tea this evening at Mr. Rogers. Sabbath Deer. 20. I found my Sabbath School exercise so fatiguing that I did not attend the afternoon service. I have some fears that I shall be obliged to abridge the part I have taken in the exercises of the SchooL This evening Mr. Armstrong preached in the chapeL I did not attend. Monday Deer. 21. Mr. Armstrong set out to renew his journey round the island by the way of Ewa, \Vaiane & Waialua. Tuesday Deer. 22. Mr. .Bishop being here from Ewa the printing Committee held a meeting on the subject of an edition of the New Test. It seems there are not a sufficient number of copies on hand to bind up with the Old Testament, and N.T. is called for in a separate volume. The Come. decided to print forthwith an edition of 10,000 in the duodecimo form. ie They also decided to reprint the Geography & Helunau. The weather being unfavorable Mr. B. did not return to Ewa. He gave us some account of an interview which he had with the Catholic priest Maigret, at Waicme. It seems he had a kind of public disputation with him on several points of doctrine; ~ The real presence in the Eucharist ~ prayer to the virgin Mary ~ purgatery were subjects of discussion. The discussion was carried on in the native language & without any asperity ~ and the native scriptures were referred to as authority. The Catholic of course could not prove his doctrines but only assert them ~ and say the sentiments he maintained were truth. For authority for mainting the doctrine of purgatory he cited 1 Cor. 3:15 ~ "Saved: yet so as by fire." Wednesday, Deer. 23rd. Mr. Bishop returned to Ewa. The Kahalaia sailed for the windward ~ Mr. Hall shipped a few things for Hilo in this vessel, as Hilo is her ultimate destination. We had a pretty heavy shower in the night. Wind from the sea. Thursday Deer. 24. Mr. Hall is now erecting an addition to his house, desigened for a sleeping room. The foundation is laid & raised 4 or 5 courses. It is of stone. Friday Deer. 25 1840. Christmas day. It is said that the Catholics applied to Kekuanaoa to have work suspended this day. I presume he did not give orders to this effect, as work seemed to be going on as usuaL All had liberty doubtless to lay aside work who chose. 43 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Mr. Dudoit it is said had an entertainment in the vally. Marshal music was heard in the morning and evening. • It has been unusually cold today wind from the north. Thermometer 60 to 61 ~ sometimes. Mrs. Chamberlain was called up about 3 o'ck this morning to go to Mr. Rogers; but Mrs. R. had not been confined, and those acquainted with such subjects think it may be delayed some time. Saturday Deer. 26. The Schooner Clarion arrived last night for Waialuku & the Paalua this morning from Lahaina. The Clarion brought about one ton of sugar & twenty eight barrels of molasses for Mr. Armstrong. Mr. Armstrong returned this evening by the way of Ewa, from his excursion of visiting the remote places of this island. Sabbath Deer. 27. It was mentioned that Friday which is the first day of the New year will be observed as a day of Thanksgiving and that an exercise will take place at 11 o'ck in which natives will be expected to take a part. At the Chapel in the evening there was a service. Mr. Johnstone read a sermon. Friday January 1st 1841. The families of this station united in observing this day as a day of :. Thanksgiving and the natives of the Church & Congregation were encouraged to do the same. Insert at page 61 The sky was mild & clear The sun's last penciled ray Was steaming in the wester sky And the clouds were bright & gay That is an end to my poetry for there is none in my head however much there may be of it in my heart. At Three o'ck the brethren & sisters & their children assembled at this house having previously made • provision for the entertainment & sent in their contributions ~ which were liberally spread out on two tables extended lengthwise of our middle room. Around these tables the families seated themselves ~ none being absent, but Mr. & Mrs. Cooke, who were necessarily detained in consequence of an entertainment 44 ------------- �LEVI VOLUME 23 made by them for Kekuanaoa & the scholars of the school. Mrs. Cooke however came in before the close of • our interview. The season was a pleasant one ~ much harmony of feeling seemed to exist ~ After thanks and " the removal of the tables ~ Two hymns were sung, remarks made & a prayer offered by Mr. Armstrong. Saturday Jany 2. The Barque Columbia arrived from Columbia river & letters have been recd. from the brethren & others The mission of the Board is not represented as in a prosperous state. There is an unhappy difference among some of the brethren and it is feared it will lead to the breaking up of the mission. Wednesday Jany 6th 1841. A protracted meeting commenced at this place ~ Mr. Smith uniting in it, his congregation assembled with this. Mr. S. preached in the morning and Mr. Armstrong in the afternoon. The weather is uncomfortable ~ strong wind and occasional showers, but notwithstanding this the attendance was good ~ the congregation amounting to, as was supposed, about 3,000. The number that were converted on the day of pentecost. The attention of the people to the preached word was good. We hear from Lahaina that some of the church members of our church there have been drinking. They were tempted probably by the King's feast ~ The names of some were mentioned ~ Auhea, Kekauonohi, , :. Keliiahonui & Paki. Thursday Jany 7. Last evening just as Mrs. C. was going to bed she was called for by Mr. Rogers. She obeyed the summons. Before 3 o'ck A.M. she returned & reported the birth of a son to Mrs. R. Friday Jany 8th 1841. Mr. .Bishop arrived from Ewa to assist in the protracted meeting in progress. A few cases of awakening. A prayer meeting this evening at the house ofMr. Castle. Mr. Geiger came this evening to board with us. He is accommodated in the house in the yard. SabbathJany 10. Mr. Smith preached to the 1st Cong. this morning & Mr. Armstrong in the 2nd. The wind has been strong from the North and the day uncomfortable. Close of pule hoomau. The Harlequin sailed this morning for Manilla. Monday Jany 11th. The thermometer stood at 56 degrees this morning ~ 3 degrees lower than I have even noticed at this place. It may have been lower during the time I have been here (nearly 13 years) but I have not taken account of it. • Mr. Armstrong left towards evening in the Schr. Hooikaika for Maui. He expects to be absent about a fortnight. Tuesday Jany 12. This morning the Thermo. stood at 56 degrees in the air as it did yesterday morning. 45 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Mr. Geiger who has been instructing the children of this station about 4 mos. closed his school as he is about taking passage to California. • The different families have made him some presents & made up the sum of $30 in cash which has been presented to him as compensation, besides giving him his board. Took tea with our children except the youngest at the house of Mr. Ladd in company with Mr. & Mrs. Hall. Mr. Ladd occupies the house vacated by Mr. Diell belonging to the Seamen's Friend Socy. ~ adjoining these premises Mr. Ladd has a lot leased for 25 years of the govt. $25 pr. year ~ which he has laid out in plats for cultivation & grass with walks & a row of trees within the wall all around the premises. The natives with the assistance of Antone the Portugese Mason have been raising the wall at the N.W. corner to the full height and placing the topmost stone. Thursday Jany 14th 1841. The Brig Thomas Perkins sailed for California ~ Mr. Geiger took passage in her. He hopes to obtain land of the government, in which case it is his purpose to settle on the coast. This evening took tea at the house of Mr. & Mrs. Cooke ~ with Mr. Peck. Mrs. Chamberlain not being well did not go. ~. Saturday Jany. 16th 1841. The Barque Vancouver, Cap. Duncan, sailed for London. She belongs to the H.H. Bay Co. and has a valuable cargo of skins on board. Sabbath Jan. 17. The services this morng. in the native church were conducted by John Ii ~ He addressed the congn. in a very acceptable manner ~ from the words "Escape for thy life". Gen. 19:17. In the afternoon, Mr. Knapp addressed the congn. from the words, "Cease to do evil, learn to do well." The exercises both parts of the day were creditable to those who conducted them and calculated with a divine blessing to do good to the congregation & in the absence of the pastor were a desirable substitute for his labors. In attending my Sabbath School I was informed that a female was present who had once been connected with the Catholics but has now forsaken them. The number of Scholars is upwards of 500, principally adults. Thursday Jany 21st. It is just one year to day since my illness commenced. I have been twice during the • year quite low ~ the last of Feby. and the last of September. My illness in September was the most serious of anything I have experienced since I was in the 22nd year of my age. I am now about as comfortable as I have been any time during the year. I think I feel that it is of the Lord's mercies that I still live and that I 46 �LEVI VOLUME 23 am able to keep about. I desire to give God the entire praise. Mrs. Hooper & Mrs. Dominis have spent most of the day with us. They came by invitation before • dinner & stopped till after tea. Mr. Peck took tea with us and attended the ladies home. Friday January 22nd 184 L It has been sometime a subj ect of inquiry with Mrs. Chamberlain what her duty is in respect to assuming the charge of Mary Castle. The health of Mrs. Castle is declining and she has become too feeble to have the care of her little daughter and she is desirous to make that disposition of her which shall give relief to her own mind and place her daughter in circumstances to receive proper attention when she shall be no more ~ an event she regards as not far distant. Mrs. Chamberlain has expressed her willingness to assume the charge of the child, should it not appear that some other of the families of this station could take this care more conveniently & with greater propriety & the prospect of doing better by the child. The subject was referred to Mrs, Smith & Mrs. Chamberlina and this morning they had a consultation on the subject and it was decided that Mrs. C. should take the child. She will not at present remain permanently with us, but will spend the day or part of the day here and go to be with her parents at night. This is more agreeable to them than to have her entirely separated. Saturday Jan. 23rd. 1841. By the Kahalaia which arrived from Hilo by the way of Lahaina letters have been received from Dr. Judd and others by which we have learned that Come. Wilkes and his scientific corpse had ascended Maunaloa and had accomplished their observations there, and it was supposed had descended the mountain as far as Kiluaea, where they would remain about a week to investigate the objects in the vicinity of the great crater and make observations. Mr. Brinsmade came passenger from Hilo and Mr.. Armstrong from Lahaina. Mr. Locke who came up from Waialua a week ago in order to wait for the Pilot to take passage to Kauai, returned to day to his station as the Pilot which arrived last evening from Kauai instead of returning as was expected sailed this afternoon for MauL Tuesday Jan.y 26th 1841. I am making arrangements this morning to ride round the island by the way of Ewa. I have obtained a mule ofMr. Armstrong & Nalinu will accompany me. Monday Feby 1st 1841. I returned this evening from a journey around this island, having rode from • Kaneohe to day and being much fatigued. On the day I started I reached Ewa ~ about half past 4 o'ck P.M. Spent the night with Mr. Bishop. Next day about 1 o'ck EM. I reached Waialua, ~ found Mr. Emerson absent having gone to Koolau to preach & perform other missionary labor. I stopped one night with Mr. 47 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Locke; Thursday night Mr. Emerson returned and I lodged at his house that night. Next morning being Friday I set out on my journey & reached l-hula where I spent the night; Next day I pursued my way • through the division of Koolau and at 4 o'ck P.M. reached Kaneohe. Was very hospitably entertained by Mrs. Parker, and spent the Sabbath. About 8 o'ck this morning I started to return by the way of the east end of the island. Friday February 5th. Mrs. Judd has received intelligence from her husband and learns that he had narrowly escaped destruction from heated lava. He had descended a fissure or an opening to obtain some fresh specimens and lava in a heated state, when suddenly the steam became insufferably hot & the liquid lava began to ascend in the opening; He called to his native for assistance but the heat was so great that he fled: but was induced by the cries & intreaties of the doctor to return, & thus he was rescued, but not without having been some burned in his face. At one time the Dr. gave himself up as lost, without hope of being saved. Monday Feby 8th 1841. The foreigners are making heavy complaints for being stopped on the Sabbath in riding out; and also on account of milk men being stopped, in consequence of which the community have not been able to get their milk as usuaL Some individuals were called to account a week ago, for '. having rode the day previous; the reasons in most cases assigned, were regarded satisfactory, & no fines were imposed. Mr. Dudoit complains of having been insulted yesterday by different constables on his way to and from his country seat in Nuuanu ; the ground of the insult was his riding on the Sabbath day. He complains too of his milk man having been stopped. The movements of the Govt. are in consequence of the laws recently published. It is probably that in some cases the offtcers have exceeded the design of the laws, which was only to prevent outrage & the disturbance of the peace: ; and have complained to the governor of persons who were quietly pursuing their way on some necessary employment. Wednesday Feby 10th. Sent a number of cattle to Waialua by the hand of two natives, and have ordered them to bring back three fresh cows & their calves. Wind from the westward accompanied with some rain both yesterday & to day. • Learn that Dudoit is calling frequently these days upon the Govr. ; and complains loudly of the school laws their bearing upon Catholics & he is joined by the EngL Consul; and he threatens hiring a vessel at the expense of this govt. to send for a ship of War!! to redress the violation of Treaty. 48 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday Feb.y 11th 1841. The cattle which were driven away yesterday to go to Waialua have returned. The natives had proceeded with them as far as Ewa, where they stopped for the night. The cattle • not being yarded got away and came towards home. They were found this morning & driven back to Honolulu. The wind has been strong from the west & accompanied with showers of rain. Monday Feb:y 15. The natives started again with the cattle for Waialua. Tuesday 16th. The Governor is about issuing a notice to inform the foreign residents that he purposes to commence next week a work for the government upon a road commencing at the creek ~ and making known that he will allow to each foreigner a cook and steward exempted from the public work; but that 25 cents per day will be exacted from each such cook & stwerd as a commutation for the work on the road. Moreover all the carriers of grass & the milk men will be required to carry their burdens and to supply their customers early in the morning that this class of men may not be interrupted in their work on the roads. The hours of work are from morning till 3 o'ck P.M. i,. This notice I understand occasions some uneasiness to the foreign residents. They complain of the tax upon their domestics; But their complainings show their unreasonableness: the road is principally for the benefit of those foreigners who have dwellings or possessions in Nuuanu, and the work is to be commenced principally through their solicitations, and now the chiefs are about to take it up they complain because they "vill suffer some slight inconvenience from the tax laid upon their stewards & cooks &c. Thursday Feb.y 18 1841. The natives returned from Waialua with three cows and their calves. They were assigned as follows: viz. ~ to Mrs. Judd ~ Smith & Knapp. one of them had been milked by Mr. Judd before, Friday 19th. Notice having been given to the brethren of the station to meet this evening to converse on the subject of dividing the herd ~ the following brethren met at the house of Mr. HalL Viz. Messrs. Armstrong, Smith, Hall, Knapp, Cook, Rogers & Chamberlain. The following resolution was offered by Mr. Chamberlain: Voted that the cows & female calves of the mission herd of the Station of Honolulu be apportioned to the different families in proportion to the wants of each; it being understood that the original animals, • together with the increase as it may arise, are the property of the Board; and that while the female calves shall be assigned in the same manner as their mothers, except in cases where there is a disproportion of milch cows among the families, the males shall be at the direction of the secular department of the mission, 49 �LEVI VOLUME 23 and may be disposed of at discretion for defraying the expenses of the herd. After some discussion it was motioned and carried that the words, "Except in cases where there is a • disproportion of milch cows among the families," be stricken out. The following addition was proposed by Mr. Armstrong: "Understanding however that a portion of the males may be so disposed of as to furnish a competent supply of milch cows to any family that may be deficient"; which was carried. The Resolution as a whole was adopted and left with Mr. Chamberlain to re~write & correct to express the intentions of the brethren. And it is'corrected as follows: RESOLVED that the cows and female calves of the mission herd of the station at Honolulu, be apportioned to the different families in proportion to the wants of each; it being understood that the original animals together with the increase as it may arise, are the property of the Board; and that while the designation of the female calves shall be the same as that of the mothers, the male calves shall be at the !. direction of the secular department of the mission, and may be disposed of at discretion for defraying the expenses of the herd; * (*or such a portion of the proceeds as may be necessary may be employed to furnish a competent supply of milch cows to any family that may be deficient.) Appointed Dr. Judd & Mr. Hall to make the division recommended in the above resolution. Saturday February 201841. The Trades have set in today after a suspension of about a fortnight. The health of Mrs. Castle has materially declined during the few past weeks ~ She has generally been able to ride out twice a day, within a few days however it has been with less comfort, and this day she has not been able to ride at ~ll; and it is her impression that she will not be able to ride again. She has a number of times when ricling out saiq that her days were almost ended & that she should be able to ride out but a few times more. As she anticipates a speedy removal to a better world, she invited the children of the families to call upon her this morning, in order that she might distribute among them some small tokens of remembrance. She gave every little child something addressing some words of advice & affectionate counseL I called upon her this afternoon and found her very feeble, but in a pleasant frame of mind. Sabbath Feb. 21. For the first time for many months I attended English service at the Chapel ~ I rode in • the waggon with Mr. Castle & Mary & Levi. Mr. Brinsmade read church service and a sermon. Monday Feb. 22. Mr. Bishop came up from Ewa & staid with us. Tuesday Feb. 23. The natives are all turning out to work on roads and other works for the government. I 50 �LEVI VOLUME 23 understand they are to work three days a week for four weeks. An arrival this morng. of an Eng. Brig. • Towards evening the Schr. Kahalaia arrived from the windward with Dr. Judd. He was last from Lahaina. Three of the Scientific Corps from the Vincennes accompanied him from Hilo to MauL They remain there to make observations until the Vincennes arrived from Hilo which will perhaps be in a fortnight. The Eng. Brig is from Liverpool by the way of Valparaiso, whence she has made a passage in 39 days, and brings information of the U.S. Sloop of War St. Louis ~ as having left Valparaiso in comp.y bound for these islands by the way of the Marquesas. We leam that Mr. Skinner is disposed to resist the measure of the govt. in calling out the people to perform govt. work ~ So far at least as his own domestics are co:qcerned. He refuses to give them up, and drove out of his yard the officer of govt. who went to call them to the work. Wednesday Feb. 24 1841. Great numbers of the laboring men ofWaikiki, & Maunalua have passed to day carrying stones for the work at the creek. It seems to be a great waste of human strength and of time for such numbers to be employed a whole day in making two trips from Waikiki & back for stone ~ each man • carrying only one perhaps on an average not larger than a mans head. Friday Feb. 26 1841. This afternoon the ship Morea arrived 143 days from New York. I had letters from Mr. Hill & the mission a short letter from Mr. Anderson. I also recd. a letter from W.R ~ and one from my bro. Wm. ~ it gave the very pleasing notice of his having made a profession of religion. Wehave no supplies by this vessel; but one is expected to sail from Boston about the 1st of Novr. which is to bring about 100 tons of supplies and two ordained missionaries for this mission and several for Oregon. SatLl-rday Feb. 27. A messenger arrived from Waialua with express design to inform us of the illness of Mr. Emerson & to request the presence of a physician. They had not heard of the return of Dr. Judd ~ but Dr. J. started in the course of the forenoon. Mrs. Castle is very low and will probably continue but a short time ~ most of the brethren & sisters have been taking their leave of her. She is in a quiet and pleasing state of mind. Monday March 1st 1841. Monthly Concert as usual attended at the residence of Mr. Armstrong. Mr. A. • read a letter from a clerical friend in the U. States, which communicated views differing from those generally entertained respecting the millennium. These views are that Christ will in due time appear in person and rule as a temporal & was as spiritual prince ~ the time will then have arrived when the saints 51 �LEVI VOLUME 23 shall possess the Kingdom. He did not pretend, very wisely, to fix on the time of the Saviors coming, but thinks this view of the subject will remove many difficulties attendant on the other system ~ in which '.-: Christ's Kingdom on earth is represented as a spiritual Kingdom only. A protracted meeting will commence this week at Ewa. Mr. Emerson remained quite unwell when Dr. Judd left him. The state of things in his church is improving ~ many who have gone out of the way seem to be returning ~ and are enquiring how they may get back. This night Mrs. Chamberlain has been invited to watch with Mrs. Castle. She is failing fast and needs some one to be constantly with her. Her mind is graciously sustained. Tuesday March 2nd 1841. Mrs. Hooper took tea with us this evening. She will watch with Mrs. Castle tonight. Wednesday 3rd. As Mrs. Armstrong watches tonight with Mrs. C. we had not the assistance of Mr. Armstrong at our weekly meeting. Mr. Brinsmade was invited to take direction of the exercises. Thursday, March 4th. Mrs. Chamberlain is to watch again with Mrs. Castle, who is sinking rapidly. We are all called upon to watch and pray. But Sister Castle's watching is almost over ~ it is with her almost • dawn of day. The bright andmorning star seems to be rising in her horizon. Her soul will not long be imprisoned in a dark and sickly frame: it will not long groan in its earthly tabernacle being burdened. She has been long a great sufferer & for several days her sufferings have been intense; but she has bourn them with entire Christian resignation. Life seems to dispute every inch of encroachment of disease, but the stem foe will not relinquish a step of the advance he has made, and the wearied & exhausted energies must soon give up to superior power. But the victim will, we trust, be able to say with triumph, "Tho. after my skin, worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God; whom I shall see for myself and not another." "0 death, where is thy sting! 0 grave, where is thy victory!" This morning Mrs. C. had a sinking tum and it was thought she was dying. Mary who was at our house was sent for, and she was taken over. Her mother was able to take notice of her and to give a parting kiss. Dr. Judd went again to Waialua to visit Mr. Emerson. It had been proposed that Mr. Hall should accompany him to assist in designating the cow & females of the herd and assigning to each family an • equable proportion, but owing to the change in Mrs. Castle it was concluded he should remain. Friday March 5th 1841. Mrs. Chamberlain remained with Mrs. Castle till about half past two o'clock this morning when she bade her an affectionate adieu and returned home to get some rest. About six o'clk 52 �LEVI VOLUME 23 we had notice that Mrs. C. was dying. We went over immediately and found her gasping, her husband standing over her enquiring the state of her mind & whether she recognized him. She said ~ My husband ~ • and to the inquiry whether she found the Savior precious ~ She replied ~ precious ~ precious. - Her breathing became more & more labored ~ the tired powers of nature were exhausted and at quarter past six o'clock she ceased to breathe. Her happy soul was liberated and we could only say,. Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord from hence forth, yea sayth the Spirit, They rest from their labors and their works do follow them.: We all kneeled and Mr. Armstrong offered a prayer. A vessel sailed for Maui & Hawaii by which notice was communicated. The Pilot returned from Kauai and sailed again towards evening. An answer to the letter requesting the return of Miss Smith was recd. Mr. Alexander does not consent to her coming. Saturday March 6th 1841. The funeral of Sister Castle took place this afternoon. Notice was communicated to the foreign residents that it would occur at 3 dck and their attendance was solicited. A few only attended owing probably to the claims of business. A procession was formed at the residence of Mr. Castle and proceeded to the makai school house, where Mr. Armstrong delivered a sermon from the e· words: "Weep ye not for the dead neither bemoan him.') Jer.22:10. After the close of the exercises the remains were followed to the grave. And the precious relics consigned to the house appointed for all living. The hymn was read at the grave beginning with the words, ~ "Unveil thy bosom faithful tomb." &c. Sabbath March 7th 1841. The Lama arrived this morning via Society islands having had a long passage from Boston to that place; I think 165 days; a stop of twenty days there & a passage of 25 days thence to this port. We receive a letter from the Board of 22 pages. Also a shipment of specie $5000 and bills to the amount 9f $8,000. I attended meeting at the ChapeL This afternoon my Sab. Sch. was unusually large & interesting; upwards of 900 including teachers. Monday March 8th. Consul Charlton and the supercargo of an Eng. Brig. now in port were called up before the Governor for an assault on Mr. Jarves on Saturday night last. The cause of the assault was the publishing in the Polynesian a correspondence between some British subjects, the Eng. Consul & the • Governor in relation to a late act of the govt. ; which gave great offense to the Eng. ConsuL He first called upon the Govr. to enquire of him by whose authority this correspondence had been printed. The Govr. informed him that it was published by his own authority. He ; the Consul; then went 53 �LEVI VOLUME 23 to the house of Mr. Jarves attended by the Supercargo of the Brig ~ and called Mr. J arves to the door & began to make inquiry, and used abusive language; ~ Mr. Jarves replied that considering the source whence • this abuse came he should not regard it ~ Charlton then drew a whip and laid it over Mr. J's shoulders ~ Mr. Marshall who was in the house made a sally & threw Charlton down with whom he had a squabble both upon the ground; the other attacked Mr. Jarves and he in the mean time laid a cane over the shoulders of his antagonist ~ and the tussel became rather warm but our two friends got rather the advantage. Some of the neighbors coming in & Charlton having become disengaged made his escape, leaving his hat & whip which were afterwards carried off by the Supercargo. The affray produced considerable excitement, and a representation having been made to the govr. the case was tried before him to day & the two persons fined six dollars each; and they without complaining paid their fines, taking a receipt of the Govr. for the sum paid. ~ But Charlton threatens a prosecution & swears vengeance for the injury he has received, having received a pretty severe blow upon the hip & had one of his flngures broken. The investigation of the case called together a large concourse of foreigners and the Govr. conducted the assize in a manner creditable to !. him. Tuesday March 9th 1841. Dr. Judd and Mr. Hall started for Waialua ~ the former goes principally to visit ~ Mr. Emerson in consequence of his illness and Mr. Hall goes to perform in connection with Dr. J. the duty of apportioning to the families the female part of the herd. Our native man Nalumu attended them. Mr. Bishop came up from Waialua and returned again. Wednesday March 10th. The wind has blown with much force both today & yesterday & has been attended with showers ~ a considerable quantity of rain fell last night & in the course of this day. Thursday 11 th. Dr. Judd & Mr. Hall returned for Waialua having accomplished the division of the herd ~ the number of females admitted of the appropriation of one to each man, woman & child of this station. The wind has blown severely through the day. The roof of the printing office has sustained some injury in the zinc. Our fine arbour in front of the grass house in the yard has been prostrated by the blowing down of the pillars. It fell a mass to the ground. Some houses in the vicinity have been unroofed. • The Schr. Maryland arrived from Mazatlan, brings news of Harrison's election to the Presidency. Sabbath March 14th 1841. The Sacrament of the Lord's supper was celebrated in the 1st cong. this afternoon. There was a good degree of seriousness, and it is to be hoped it was a profitable season. 54 �LEVI VOLUME 23 There were no admissions. Tuesday March 16th. Mr. Bishop has been up from Ewa; his object was to see the Governor on the • subject of an order executed at Waiane purporting to be an exemption of catholics from labor for the schools; which had proved the occasion of numbers going over to the catholics to get clear of work. As soon as it was understood that those who had joined the Catholics would be required to work for the support of teachers, then those who felt no interest in the subject of instruction declared themselves to be of the Catholic party: and the same was true of people residing at Ewa. This evening took tea at the house of Mr. Wm Paty & Mrs. John Paty. Wednesday March 17. Mr. Castle sailed for Maui in the schooner Maryland, having been offered a free passage by Mr. Peirce. Thursday Mar. 18. The Vincennes arrived from Maui. Understand they have surveyed the shoal off Kahoolawe which extends about a mile and a half from the shore. Had the company today to dinner of the two Mrs. Patys, Mrs. Hoyer & Mrs. Hooper. !. Friday March 19 1841. Have removed the furniture of the compting room into the room over the kitchen, as the state of my family is now such as to require the use of the room which I had been improving as a Compting room. The labor which it was necessary for me to bestow ~ in attending to the removal I found to be quite exhausting. I discover by the attempts I make to labor from time to time that my strength is small. Mrs. Dimond had a daughter born this evening. Monday March 22nd. The Pilot in coming into the harbor on her return trip from Kauai was struck by a squall and upset. She had on board SO bags of sugar and 30 barrels of molasses. Boats from the Vincennes and frol11 other vessels in the harbor were sent immediately to her relief and the Paalua and a double canoe with a multitude of natives were very soon in requisition. The Paalua was taken to where the boats were affording assistance and the Pilot being got along side she was with some exertion righted, filled as she was with water & her hull immersed, she was towed in, and brought along side the wharf & there pumped out. The vessel sustained no material injury, and of the cargo there was no loss but of the sugar, which was a lot which had been purchased by Ladd & Co. of Dr. Lafon. • Tuesday 23rd. Had the company to tea of Mr. Elliott chaplain of the Vincennes . A carpenter has commenced the work of putting up a partition in our front chamber & furring for the ceiling. 55 �LEVI VOLUME 23 An operation has been performed on Kapiolani ~ the extraction of a cancer from the breast. Tuesday March 23rd. 1841. The Clarion arrived from Kauai and brought passengers, (besides Mr. Peck • & family who are bound to Maui, ) Dr. & Mrs. Lafon ~ Capt. Stetson & Mary Parker. Dr. & Mrs. L. have taken lodgings with Mr. Cooke, and Mary Parker will stay with us until Mr. Parker can come for his daughter. Wednesday March 24th. The Brig Porpoise of the Exploring Expedition arrived from the Paumotu group & came to anchor this evening. Thursday March 25. Mr. Parker came over after his little daughter and set out to return at about half past 2 o'ck P.M. Had the company of Dr. Pickering of the Ex. Expedition & Cap. Stetson to tea this evening. Friday March 26. The Paalua & Kinau (native schooners) sailed for Maui. Kekuanaoa together with Mr. & Mrs. Cooke and the scholars of their school took passage in the Paalua; but after proceeding a little farther than Diamond Hill they found the wind so strong and the sea so rough that they concluded to return. Both vessels put back. The Clarion also with Mr. Peck & family on board, having experienced e- rough weather, put back & entered the harbor. They went for entertainment to the house of bro. Smith. By invitation of Dr. Pickering went on board the Vincennes to take dinner in company with Cap. Stetson. Saw the Fejee chief ~ who was taken from one of the islands as a criminal having been engaged once in cutting off an American vesseL Sabbath March 28th 1841. I walked to the Chapel with our four eldest children to attend worship. Mr. Brinsms.de a~ usual read the Episcopal service & printed sermon. Monday 29th. Mrs. Parker with her infant arrived from Kaneohe. She has come over to enjoy a change of scene and relaxation for a few days. She was brot in a chair by natives ~ the chair being suspended on a long pole. Tuesday 30th. We are having a door cut threw our makai room, in the place of the window, into the garden. Nalimu started with one of our cows and her calf for Waialua, and is to bring back two who have • recently calved. Kekuanaoa set out again for Maui. Yesterday I believe was the time he set out. Wednesday 31. Dr. Lafon took passage for Kauai in the Ship Fama, Cap. Hoyer. Mrs. Lafon remains 56 �LEVI VOLUME 23 here, and will remain until Gen. Meeting, when her husband will return. Friday April 2nd. Mr. Armstrong started to make the tour of this island. Mrs. Lafon accompanies him to '. Waialua. Saturday April3rd. Mr. Castle arrived from Lahaina on board the whaling ship Superior, Cap. McLean. This Cap. McLean is a grandson of the Rev. Alexander McLean formerly of Bristol, Maine, and the owner of the estate which was bought by my Uncle William. Sabbath ApL 4th 184 L Mr. Wilcox and family arrived in a whale ship from Hilo. They came quite unexpectedly upon us. Just after we had attended prayer in the morning Mr. W. came in and announced their arrivaL His wife & children were at the village & he had come for a vehicle to bring them up as Mrs. W. was too ill to walk. Their coming down being on acct. of her health. I gave directions for the harnessing of the horse and the wagon was sent to bring them up. They came to our house. The exercises in the native chapel were conducted by Mr. Cooke. He read a discourse of his own in the morning and a printed sermon in the afternoon. i. Monday ApL 5th. Mon. Concert. Mr. Smith took the lead of the meeting. He made some remarks in which he disclosed his feelings in regard to the conduct of Mr. Elliott chaplain of the Vincennes. He feels greatly wounded by what he did while a guest in his family. The Vincennes & Porpoise sailed for Columbia River. This afternoon there was quite an assemblage in our neighborhood to witness a feat of a native physician in healing a sick woman, the wife Naiwi a brother of Kaina and captain of the Schr. Paalua. It was the most glaring act of superstitious infatuation I ever witnessed. The native physician professed to be able to heal the sick woman by entrancing the husband and while he lay in a state of insensibility the woman would by the power he possessed of healing diseases be quite restored. It was really amusing to see the numbers that assembled to witness this feat. A bed was spread in front of the door upon which the man was to be laid to be entranced and the sick woman, who was unable to sit up, was placed directly in the door way within the house. And the whole ceremony was to be a public exhibition. Several majestrates were present ~ Naiwi stated what the physician professed to be able to do, and that if he succeeded to restore his wife he was to reward him with the sum of twenty five dollars. All things being ready the • physician commenced operations. He displayed a box containing about half a dozen small block, and another containing two or three bottles of water. He shuffled the blocks a moment as though he was making some calculations & then took a bottle containing water & instead of taking out the cork he struck 57 �LEVI VOLUME 23 it against a chair & severed the neck from the body & poured part of the contents upon the ground and wetted his hands. He then shuffled the blocks again & putting some more water on his hands advanced to • the man who was sitting upon the bed and extended him upon it his full length placing one hand upon his stomach and with the other put some water upon his head and then drew his hand leisurly from his chin to his forehead pressing his mouth and nose. This was the final act of the charm in the case of the man, who gave sufficient signs of life to apprise all present that he was neither entranced nor dead. The woman was next to be operated upon ~ Water was applied to her, and further ceremony practiced (performed): but all without effect to raise her up. Finding she did not rise & that she was insensible to the power of his art, he declared she was not sick. Dr. Judd was present and carflllly witnessed all his movements ~ and said, Not Sick? Look at her how pale and emaciated how feeble & powerless and not sick! It was time now for the majestrates to interpose and they lead him off to the for there to answer for his deception. Tuesday April 6th. This afternoon the U.S. Sloop of War St. Louis arrived 30 days from Tahiti. Captn. Forrest. Wednesday Ap1. 7 ~ Called on board the St. Louis in company with Mr. Knapp. Ie Friday April 9 1841. Mr. Wilcox and family having employed six natives at the price of 3 yds cotton & 25 cents in cash each to carry burdens & also Mrs. W. to Waialu, set out this morning intending to remain over night at Ewa. Mr. Armstrong returned from a tour around the island. Saturday April 10th. Mr. Castle having written an article which he caused to be inserted in the Polynesian, exposing Cap. Tuckerman of the Ship Milton, of new Bedford, as having sold ardent spirits at Lahaina again~t the remonstrance of Capts. McLean & Rogers. ~ The said Cap. Tuckerman accompanied by Capt. Smith of the Ship Nye made him an unceremonious cal1. Both Captains complained very severely and criminated the missionaries highly. Cap. T. was exhibited much anger and seemed exceeding exasperated and disposed to take revenge. Sabbath April 11 th. This afternoon Mr. Armstrong preached in relation to the doctrine of Romanism and exposed some of the errors of the system. Having returned recently from a tour around the island he gave some account of his intercourse with those of that sect whom he fell in with on his way and of their opposition to the school laws. He learned that they utterly refuse obedience and will undergo suffering rather than yield to them. Many are turning Catholics expecting thereby to get free from paying the school tax. 58 j �LEVI VOLUME 23 Tuesday April 13 1841. Mrs. Chamberlain who has had unfavorable symptoms since Friday was seized with flooding in an unusual manner making it necessary to apply for medical aid. -. Thursday ApI. 15. Mrs. C. has continued ill and has been quite prostrate being obliged to keep her bed and to be as careful of making exertion as is usual in the case of confinement. We are not able to determine whether the flooding is occasioned by suppression of the menses or whether it has resulted from pregnancy & is an early abortion, or an escape from abortion. She seems to be in a measure relieved. Hope she may continue to improve. Saturday ApI. 17. Mr. Hitchcock & family with Miss Brown arrived in the Kahalaia. Mrs. H. is quite feeble. The health of Miss Brown is pretty good. They board at Mr. Rogers and Mr. H. and family occupy Poupou's house. Tuesday April 20th 1841. Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. His health is not very good; but is improving. Mrs. Judd was confined today with a son. Mr. & Mrs. Wilcox returned from a trip around the island by the way of Ewa, Waialua, & Kaneohe. Ie Wednesday ApL 21. Having contracted with Mr. Peirce for the Schr. Maryland for the sum of three hundred dollars to bring the families at Hawaii to Gen. Meeting. She sailed this afternoon. Thursday April 22. Mr. Emerson returned to Waialua. Friday April 23rd. The St. Louis sailed for Lahaina having on board the American and French Consuls. Her ultimate destination is California & Mazatlan. Mr. J?aldwin & family arrived from Lahaina on board the whaling ship, Cap. Bailey. The Cap. of the St. Louis was de$irous to speak her and fired a gun to bring her to, but as she paid no attention the S.L. fired a shot astern: this not succeeding she bore down upon her and spoke her, inquiring the reason of her not coming to. The Cap. stated he had passengers on board who were sea sick and he was making all haste to get to the anchorage before dark. He said it was welL Sabbath April 25th 1841. Mr. Hitchcock preached to the native cong. in the morning & Mr. Baldwin in the afternoon. Mr. Smith went to Kaneohe to assist Mr. Parker. English service in the Chapel at noon & in the evening services conducted by Mr. Armstrong. • I seem to have taken cold ~ felt more ill than usuaL The fatigue of attending Eng. service and attending upon the usual duties of the Sabbath School quite exhausted me. Had a blister placed upon my side ~ and obtained some medicine of the Doctor for my cold. 59 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Tuesday ApL 27. Mr. Baldwin & family went to Kaneohe, where they expect to remain until the time of Gen. meeting. • Wednesday ApL 28. The Schooner Kahalaia which we have employed thro. Mr. Ladd for one hundred dollars to bring the families from Kauai, sailed this afternoon. Our children attended a party consisting of 22 in all at Mrs. Hooper's. Mrs. Chamberlain is gaining strength and we hope she will be able before long to engage again in her accustomed concerns. We have great cause to be thankfuL Sabbath May 2nd 1841. Mr. Hitchcock preached in the morning to the native congregation and Mr. Cooke in the afternoon. Monday 3rd. I attended an auction at the store of Peirce & Brewer & made purchases of prints, bleached cotton &c. to the amount of upwards $700. Mrs. Chamberlain & myself and our two little boys took tea at Mrs. Hooper's. We had tea at an early hour & returned in season to attend the Monthly Concert at the house of Mr. Armstrong. !. Tuesday May 4th. The remains of Atai the chinaman who put an end to his existence at Wailuku, having been removed to this place, were borne in military order with martial music to Punahou for interment. They were followed by all the chinese in this place dressed in white loose garments together with quite a company of native females in white attire and also a number of foreign residents. Kapiolani is dangerously ill of the disease erysipelas ~ is much in the state that Kinau was in and the doctor thinks she will not live. Wednesday May 5th. Kapiolani having remained for some time in a state of insensibility died this afternoon. Thursday Mqy 6 1841. The Schooner Hawaii arrived from Hilo this evening ~ passengers Messrs. Coan & Lyman. The vessel got upon the coral coming in and damaged her rudder. The brethren came upon us quite unexpectedly. Mr. Locke and family arrived from Waialua. Sabbath May 9th. The Kahalaia arrived from Kauai with passengers, Messrs. Whitney, Gulick & Alexander & families and Miss Smith. • Mr. & Mrs. Whitney & Miss Smith are guests with us. Miss Smith will be expected to remain. Monday 10. Mr. Forbes & family arrived from Hawaii in Ship North America, Cap. Richards. Wednesday 12th. The Schr. Maryland arrived from Hawaii & Maui having on board Mr. Bliss & Mr. 60 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Lyons & family from Hawaii and Mr. Andrews & family. Messrs. Clark & Munn from Lahaina. Mr. Clark is • accommodated with us . At 2 o'ck the Gen. Meeting was organised, Mr. Baldwin, Moderater myself Scribe & E.W. Clark Asst. Sr. [Scribe] Friday May 14th. The funeral of Kapiolani took place this afternoon. Sermon by Mr. Forbes. Saturday 15. Having chartered the Schr. Hawaii at $10 pr. day to go to Hana & Wailuku to bring the families ofMr. Green & Conde to Gen. Meeting. She sailed early this morning. A prayer meeting is to be held this evening in the School house. Mrs. Hitchcock has had a miscarriage and is dangerously ilL Friday May 211841. The Gloucester arrived this morning having on board two missionaries & their wives for this mission & two others & their wives for the Oregon. The former Rev. Daniel Dole & Rev. Elias Bond: the latter the Rev. John D. Paris & Mr. Wm. H. Rice. Other passengers in the vessel were Mr. Wm. Hooper, Mr. Colcord,wife, sister & daughter. Mr. Goodale & wife, Messrs. Sullivan, Anthon & !. Bordman. The passengers were landed about 10 o'ck and arrangements were made by the meeting for receiving them. The Comee. of arrangements for religious meetings were requested to wait upon our new friends and introducing them to the families which it was concerted should assemble in the session room. This was done ~ a hymn was sung and a welcome given to them by Mr. Whitney in behalf of the mission after which a prayer was offered by Mr. Coan. In the afternoon the new members for this mission were formerly invited to partake of our labors & assist in our deliberation. Saturday May 221841. The Gloucester was brought into the harbor this morning, but nothing landed except a little personal baggage of the families. The Schooner Hawaii chartered to go to Maui to bring down the families of Messrs. Green & Conde arrived with the families on board. Tuesday June 8,1841. General Meeting closed this afternoon, having continued by adjournments from the 12th of May ~ a period of four weeks. • Thursday 10th. The Paalua arrived from Lahaina with Kekuanaoa . Friday 11th. Mr. Alexander and family left in the Pilot for Waioli. Saturday 12. The Paalua left this afternoon for Lahaina ~ Mr. Clark & the families of Mr. Green & 61 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Dibble took passage. We also sent a considerable amount of freight. Monday June 14. The U.S. Schr. Flying Fish of the Exploring Expedition arrived this morning from the • Southern islands the Kingsmill group & others. r Wednesday 16. A whaling ship arrived from Lahaina having the King & Kekauluohe on board. The Paalua arrived soon after with Mr. Richards. The Peacock arrived this morning and this evening at our social meeting we had Cap. Hudson, Mr. Dana and another gentleman. Cap. Hudson made some remarks respecting his visit to the Southern islands and the state of religion on board the Peacock. There have been several hopeful conversions of some of the officers & crew. Thursday June 17 1841. We have employed the Brig Clementine at the expense of 25 do lIars per day to go to Maui & Hawaii to carry back those families of the mission who are ready to go. Messrs Andrews & Baldwin go to Lahaina. Mr. Forbes & family to Kealakekua. Mr. Lyons for Waimea; Mr. Bond for Kohala & Messrs. Lyman & Coan for Hilo. We put on board a considerable amount of freight including baggage for Mr. Paris, who is expected in due time to go to Kealakekua with a view ultimately of residing at Kau. :. Friday June 18th. This afternoon the Paalua sailed for Kauai, and by permission of the King Mr. Whitney & wife Dr. Lafon & wife & Mr. Gulick took passage for their stations. Maria Jane accompanied Mr. & Mrs. Whitney to remain with them a few months. Mr. Munn & family came to live in our house in the yard. Monday June 21st 1841. The Peacock & Flying Fish sailed this afternoon for Columbia River. The King, Kekauluohe & Mr. Richards left in a whaling ship for Kauai. The whaling ship was the Bartholomew Gosnold the same which brought the King from Maui. r Tuesday 22nd. A protracted meeting commences this day at Waialua. Mr. Armstrong goes down to take part in the labors of the meeting. The Schooner Hawaii, having been chartered at the rate of $10 pI. day to go to Waialua with freight for the station, was got off this evening. Wednesday 23rd. A small Schooner arrived from Lahaina by which we have recd. notice of the arrival of the Clementine on Sabbath morning and her departure for Hawaii on Monday evening. • Monday 28. This evening the Schr. Hawaii sailed with Mr. Hitchcock & family & Miss Brown for Molokai whence she is to proceed to Hilo and carries a considerable amount of freight for the station. Tuesday 29th. The Hawaii returned on account of being so light that she could make very little 62 �LEVI VOLUME 23 headway. The balast of the vessel had been taken out and casks filled with water put in to supply the place. The barrels not being tight most of the water had leaked out. • Wednesday June 30 1841. The lading of the Schr. Hawaii has been taken out and more balast put in. Some of our freight has also been landed so as to have the vessel freed of freight on deck. She sailed again in the evening, with the passengers. Monday July 5th 1841. American Independence has been observed with the usual demonstrations of joy. Salutes were fired; morning, noon & evening. Thursday 8th. The Don Quixote arrived this afternoon from Valparaiso via Tahiti and brought letters from Mr. Tinker dated Talcahuana Jan. 28th. The distressing intelligence is communicated of the death of Henry Paty of brain fever, having in a state of delirium put an end to his own existence by cutting his throat a few days before reaching Tahiti. The small pox broke out a few days after leaving Valparaiso and four Sandwich Islanders; sailors of the vessel fell victims. The vessel was made to perform 16 days quarantine at Tahiti before having any communication with the shore. Saturday 10th 1841. The Pilot which sailed last week for Wailuku returned this afternoon. • Sabbath 11. The Eng. service in the chapel was conducted in the morning by Mr. Dole and in the evening by Mr. Paris. For a few Sabbaths past the prisoners of the Fort, of which there are 50 or 60 have been brought out to meeting. This afternoon they were directed to take their position in front of the Pulpit for the purpose of being addressed by Mr. Armstrong. I am informed there is an unusual number of cases of crime. The magistrates are occupied much of their time in attending tQ them. House breaking & theft have of late become very common. Our own houses have been frequently assailed, Dr.Judd's house; Mr. Rogers; Mr. Armstrong's & Mr. Knapps have all been tried and our house in the yard; and some articles have been stolen. Monday July 12 1841. The Paalua having the King & suit on board arrived very early this morning. Mr. Richards called before 5 o'ck A.M. he stopped but a short time. The vessel & passengers left about noon for Maul. • The Clarion sailed also for Lahaina. Mr. Hatch went passenger and we sent a small quantity of frt. The Pilot sailed for KauaL Tuesday 13 1841. The Schooner Hawaii sailed for Hilo. We sent some freight. 63 �LEVI VOLUME 23 By invitation had the company of Miss Colcord & Susan to tea, also Mr. & Mrs. HalL • Mr. Munn has been quite unwell for several days. He is however becoming a little better. Friday July 16th 1841. Rode to Punahou this afternoon. Laborers were at work on the buildings for the accommodation of the SchooL The first course of the foundation is laid the length of which is 200 feet the width 18. Some of the workmen were employed in digging the cellar. The foundation is of stone ~ the wall are to be of adobies. The boxes are made but not the dobies. Mr. & Mrs. Dole we found very comfortably situated in the houses of Mrs. Bingham. Saturday July 17. A schooner bearing American colors came to anchor this morning, it proved to be a vessel belonging to New London, commanded by Cap. Allyne formerly of the Phenix who carried our children to the U.S. The name of the Schr. is Ann Howard and is forty two days from Sydney via New Zeland and brings intelligence that the difficulties of the English with China have been settled by the latter having engaged to pay four million pounds Stg. and granted to the English government the possession of an island (Hong King probably) over which a Governor had been placed until the pleasure of the Queen should be made known. This is the report which has been in circulation to day. Had a call from Cap. Allyne this afternoon in company with a young man connected with the :. Schooner. Sabbath 18th. The H.B. Co. Barque Cowlitz sailed for California & Columbia River. She has on board quite a company of natives of these islands who have enlisted in the employ of the H.B. Co. Tuesday July 20 1841. The Brigantine Wave arrived 18 days from Columbia River, with lumber. Left the Thos. Perkins at the river. The Vincennes was on the Coast. Thursday 22. John Ii has recently returned from a tour around this island to visit schools. Part of the way he was attended by a Catholic priest, who was present at many of the examinations of the Schools. His object doubtless was to encourage his own party scattered through the different districts and to direct his adherents wherever they might be found and to prevent the influence of an evangelical teacher over the minds of his disciples. John on his return appointed Mr. Smith's meeting house a place of meeting for the examination of teachers eligible for appointment & commission as teachers. The Catholics would not meet at that place • and John was visited by the Catholic priest in company with Dudoit to make a complaint of partiality in respect to Protestant teachers. John met the Catholic teachers in the place of their own choosing: but only a very few were found qualified to receive certificates. 64 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Friday July 23rd 1841. The Brig Joseph Peabody, Cap. Dominis arrived this forenoon 52 days from Canton. The news which she brings is of the most important kind. • Canton was in the power of the English and would be held or destroyed by them. 6,000,000 of dollars, it is said, were offered by the Chinese if they would spare the city. But it is not probable that they could be induced, in the stage in which affairs were at that time, to abandon for such an inducement, the object they had gained. Their next movement was to go with a fleet to Nanking or Peking. We have received a letter from the mission dated 20th Jan, y with a postcript dated 12 May. The brethren confidently expect that good will result to the cause out of the evils which at present exist. A few only of the articles which were sent for by us have come, as the vessel was chartered in Canton and filled with freight by the charterer, Cap. Dominis however was kind enough to take a few trunks. Monday July 26. The Clementine arrived this morning from KauaL She brings intelligence that the Schr. Kahalaia has been cast away at Nawiliwili. The Schooner parted her cable & not having another she was carried a shore and was stove against the rocks & too much injured to be got off. The natives were about to break her up. Tuesday July 27th. By vessels from the windward we have received many letters and requests for '. supplies, which we have a prospect to send by the Scr. Hawaii to sail tomorrow. Wednesday July 28th. The Schooner Hawaii sailed this afternoon for Maui & Hawaii. We send various articles for Lahaina, Wailuku, Kailua & Hilo, with many letters. I was occupied most of the day writing letters. Dr. Judd is at Ewa ~ waiting the confinement of Mrs. Paris. Friday July 30. Mr. & Mrs. Munn went to Nuuanu to reside a while with Mr. & Mrs. Rogers in Mr. Hall's house. Sabbath August 1st. Dr. Judd returned this day from Ewa Mrs. Paris having been confined in the morning 8 o'ck. Wednesday Augt. 4. Dr. Judd goes to Waialua to attend on Mrs. Emerson. Thursday Augt. 5. The Harlequin arrived from Mazatlan brings many letters for the merchants received overland from the U.S. A letter comes to hand from Mr. Bingham wh. contains an account of his arrival in the Barque Flora on the 5th of Feb.y - States that most of the younger portion of the passengers had been • afflicted with sickness ~ that Lucy Thurston was attacked with lung fever of which she died. The health of Mrs. Bingham continued feeble and at the time the letter was written which was under date of ApI. 22. she was with all her children with her sister & daughter in Hartford. 65 �LEVI VOLUME 23 The Lausanne had arrived with D. White & family & with Mrs. Diell & children ~ Mr. Diell died on • the 18th ofJan.y. President Harrison died on the 4th of April ~ one month after his inauguration. The country was in deep mourning. Saturday Augt. 7 1841. The Joseph Peabody Cap. Gilman ~ sailed for Mazatlan by her we sent many letters. She is expected to return soon. The Clementine sailed from Maui & Hawaii. By her we sent freight & many letters. Mr. Hatch a hired man of the Seminary, having married Miss Colcord, took passage with his newly wedded, for Lahaina. Monday Aug. 9 1841. The Pilot arrived for Kauai, and quite unexpectedly Mr. Gulick and our daughter Maria Jane came up passengers. Tuesday lOth. Mr. Hall and family went to Kaneohe. Mrs. Conde confined with a daughter. Wednesday 11 th. Several men arrived from Waialua with a quantity of beef ~ the brethren having slaughtered a bullock. Friday 13th. Received letters from Lahaina also from Molokai ~ Mr. Hitchcock states that his canoe was upset passing from Lahaina to Molokai & that the letters & other articles that were on board were lost ~ • ~ Goods to the amount of about 24$ had been sent from the depositery articles from Canton these we fear were on board the Canoe. An auction sale at Paty & Co's. which I attended but made only a few purchases. Dr. Judd arrived from Waialua & reports Mrs. Emerson another son ~ making her number five sons! ! Monday Augt. 161841. I took passage this day in the ship Gloucester for Hilo. Wednesday Sep. 15th. Arrived this morng. in the Schooner Hawaii from Kohala in company with Mr. Hall & Mr. Bliss & family. Our passage to Hilo occupied 8 days the passengers were Mrs. Johnstone, Mr. Calkins, Newton Ladd & Mr. Moore & native wife. I remained at Hilo till Monday evening Aug. 30, when I embarked in Schr. Hawaii for Kohala, it being my purpose to visit that station, in order to forward the business of Mr. Bliss' removal, in pursuance of the decision of the Gen. Meeting. I made an arrangement with Mr. Pitman who was at Hilo to land me at • Kohala & to send the vessel after her arrival at Honolulu to convey me & Mr. Bliss to Honolulu. I arrived at Mahukona Tuesday afternoon ~ and started for loli, the mission station, the same evening on foot, but after walking half way, I became much exhausted, and stopped for the night at the house of a 66 �LEVI VOLUME 23 native. In the morning I sent to Mr. Bliss for a horse, and between 9 & 10 o'ck I arrived at the station. Mr. Bliss began the same day to make arrangements to leave. On Monday Sep. 6th Mr. Bliss began to send his • effects to Mahukona ~ a distance of 7 or 8 miles and was occupied till Wednesday, when about all his baggage was removed except what he wished to retain until the arrival of the vessel. On Friday Sep. 10th I recd. letters from Honolulu brought by Schr. Hawaii wh. had gone to Kelakekua with Mrs. Paris & family accompanied by Mr. Hall who wrote to me from Kealakekua stating that the vessel was going on to Kau and when it had discharged his freight & Messrs. Forbes & Paris it would come to Mahukona, & he hoped to be there on Friday evening. Saturday 11 th. About half past one o'ck Mr. Hall arrived and apprised us that the vessel had come. He was desirous that Mr. Bliss should pack up the remaind of his effects and start immediately, being confident he said that we could get off that evening! but Mr. B. said he could not get ready and must wait till Monday. It was therefore decided to stop at Ioli till after the Sabbath. On Monday about half past 8 o'ck I set out for Mahukona in an old four wheeled one horse wagon drawn by 6 natives & reached the landing at 1/2 pst. 11 o'ck and about 1 o'ck we got under way. • We had a good breeze till dark when we were not far from Kahoolawe ~ Did not have much wind during the night and on Tuesday morning we were off the western part of Lanai ~ We had scarcely no wind all this day and all the night following; but still we made some progress so that on Wednesday morning at sun rise we were off Diamond ~ill, but the wind being very light we did not get into the harbor and alongside of Robinson's wharf till 10 o'ck A.M. The ~ffects of Mr. Bliss were landed as fast as possible, and the effects of Mr. Conde & Mr. Rice we put on board and just about sun down the vessel was off again with Messrs. Conde & Rice & their families. I found Mrs. Chamberlain ill ~ She had been sick about 10 days but was getting better. Mr. Bliss & family were invited to the house of Mr. Smith. Friday Sep. 24 1841. Mr. Castle, being desirous to make some inquiries of the chiefs respecting their treatment of the Catholics in order that he might know how to reply to charges made by them against the chiefs, he called upon them in company with Mr. Armstrong & myself. We met Kekuanaoa in the new house of native structure built for the King. He had called together such of the natives as he supposed • would know what treatment they had received. The c.atholics who adhered to their system were prosecuted ~ this he did not deny ~ the ground of their being treated as criminals was not their being Catholics ~ they were prosecuted on the ground of their being idolaters, because those persons employed images in their 67 �LEVI VOLUME 23 worship; and they regarded it as a new system of idolatry and as opposed to government, and in this they acted in accordance with established custom: for in old times when anyone departed from the established religion ~ which was of course an establishment of idolatry & set up a new idol in opposition to government • he was dealt with as a criminal: for in such way was rebellion promoted. This was the ground of the treatment, ~ as to the treatment it was of the kind inflicted on all criminals its severity was no greater ~ they denyed most of the charges ~ and altogether the severity of the punishments alledged to have been inflicted. Saturday Sep. 25 1841. The vacant house opposite Mr. Knapps in which was stored some goods of Mr. Wilcox & Mr. Bliss was discovered this morning to have been entered by some thief, and various articles stolen belonging to Mr. Wilcox. Friday October 1st 1841. Mr. Armstrong's son Samuel in playing this afternoon upon a low dobie fence fell & fractured his arm. On examination Dr. Judd found that the bone was not broken entirely off, but was bent so as to have produced a perceptible curviture of the bone which to straighten occasioned as much pain and required the same kind of bandaging as tho. the bone had been broken. Mr. Armstrong was absent at Kaneohe assisting Mr. Parker in a protracted meeting. He was sent for & returned in the evening. , -iiiib, \ • Wednesday Octr. 6 1841. An Eng. Sloop of War the Curacoa Capt. Jones arrived to day from Valparaiso by the way of the Soc. Islands. She is last from Kealakekua where she stopped about 10 days. Mr. Munn came passenger from Kealakekua. The vessel brings word of the existence of the small pox at Tahiti brought there by the Don Quixote. It is said she is bound hence to Monterey to call the government to account for their ill treatment of British subjects in April 1840. Mr Rogers & family sailed for Lahaina in the schooner Hawaii. He goes on account of the illness of his t youngest child & expects to be absent about one month. The gable ends of the meeting house are nearly completed and it is expected the roof will be raised before long. The carpenters are engaged in framing it. Thursday Octr. 7th 1841. Some of the brethren made a call on board the Eng. ship of war in the roads. The Cap. had an interview with Kekuanaoa. Friday Octr. 8th. This afternoon at about 4 o'ck I left the house in company with Mrs. Chamberlain • and our three daughters to go down and embark on board the Schr. Kekauluohi bound to Lahaina. The health of Mrs. C. is such as to require the use of some measures for its restoration, & as she has not been off the island for almost 12 years she has thought that a visit to Lahaina might prove serviceable to her, and I 68 �LEVI VOLUME 23 have been unwilling to let her go unattended & so, concluded to accompany her with a view to return in a few days leaving her there. • Thursday October 21st. At about 10 o'ck this morning I arrived from Lahaina in the ship Galen, Cap. Borden, having had a passage of nearly 45 hours. Our passage to Lahaina in the Kekauluohi was made in about 53 hours & was pleasant. On Wednesday 13 inst. Mrs. C. myself & the children in company with Miss Ogden set out in a double canoe for Maalaea with a view to visit Wailuku, having previously acquainted Mr. Green & requested the means of conveyance to be sent for us for the residue of the way ~ which is about 7 or 8 miles across the isthmus which separates W. & E. MauL We arrived at the place ofland carriage at 10 o'ck A.M. & found two manele & two horses and a sufficient numbers of carries for Mrs. C. the children & the baggage. In about 3 hours more we arrived at the habitations of the brethren & reed a hearty welcome. I staid at the station until Saturday morning 18th inst., when in company with Mr. G., after parting with Mrs. C. & the children, I set out for Maalaea & arrived there about 10 o'ck A.M. where I found the canoe from Lahaina in waiting. I stepped on board & in a few minutes I was on my was towards Lahaina, which I reached about 2 o'ck ~ having come along very leisurely. • On my arrival at Lahaina I found that there had been an arrival from the u.S. The Wm. Gray, arrived at Oahu on the 9th & the letters for me had been sent to Lahaina & I had the pleasure of receiving them. Monday Octr. 25 1841. This morning we had the satisfaction of receiving a letter from Mr. Hill brought by the brig Joseph Peabody which arrived yesterday from Mazatlan. There were 3 dates June 17 & 28 & July 10 ~ The two former were of duplicates forwarded by the Lausanne which sailed about the 1st of July for . ' these islands via Valparaiso and contained 2nd of Ex. to two Bills on Ladd & Co. The Joseph Peabody contained dates as late as Aug. 25. The Presidents message containing his veto to the Bill for a National Bank. Have heard to day that the Schr. Kekauluohi has got on shore at }-laub on the north shores of this island, & that Kekuanaoa started in the night to go to that side of the island. Monday Novr. 1st. The Yorktown sailed for Lahaina and the King took passage in her. I sent a letter to Mrs. Chamberlain in the care oOohn Young. • Wednesday Novr. 3rd. Mr. Richards left for Lahaina in the Schr. Paalua. Kekauluohi remains here. The Paalua may be expected to come directly back. I think it possible that Mrs. C. will come down in her. Mr. Locke is over from Waialua. We hear that the Schr. Kekauluohi cannot be got off from where she 69 �LEVI VOLUME 23 went ashore and that she is to be broken up. We hear from Kauai that the health of Mrs. Whitney is very feeble, and that Mr. W thinks of coming • up with her soon to this place. Thursday Novr. 4th 1841. We hear that the Gloucester which was very nearly ready for sea & expected to sail early next week was discovered last evening about 9 o'ck to be on fire, which seems to have been contained in some pulu hapu which was put on board yesterday. The alarm was given as soon as the fire was discovered and an engine brought to throw water into the hold, but as the fire seemed to increase the hatches were closed, loose sails thrown over them & upon deck & water continually thrown upon them. This morning the fire was not extinguished tho ~ the decks had somewhat cooled. In the course of the forenoon the captain & three or four men ventured into the hold with a view to ascertain the state of the fire and they drew out some of the bags of pulu which were found to be on fire. Soon after they came out they became insensible as the effects of the carbonic acid gass generated in the hold. They remained some time in this state. The hose of an engine was adjusted so as to throw water to the parts of the vessel under the action of fire and by this means it was extinguished. As soon as this was effected the vessel was taken along side of • the wharf and the cargo between decks thrown out consisting of a quantity of pulu, fire wood and dry goods. A survey was also had upon the vessel. The lower hold has been opened and the cargo will be taken up so far as there is any appearance of damage. Orders for insurance were sent by the Yorktown. The Maryl~nd sailed this afternoon for California. Mr. Peirce goes passenger expecting to proceed to Mazatlan & thence cross the continent for the u.S. The Morea sailed for Manilla. The pilot sailed for Kauai. The carpenters are raising the rafters to the Meeting house. They commenced on Thursday the 28th instant. On the next day they undertook to elevate the first pair but before it was raised to its place it got a cant, & the beam broke under and the whole came down as far as the ropes would allow of it. On Monday of the present week they succeeded in getting up a pair and they have got up a pair every day of this week so far. • Monday Novr. 8th 1841. The Trustees of the School for the children of the missionaries children held a meeting and decided that the work could not advance much beyond the thatching of the roof as then a considerable more than the grant will have been expended. 70 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Tuesday Novr. 9th. Mr. Wilcox & family sailed for Hilo in Schr. Hawaii having been at this station ever since ApI. 4th that is 7 mo. & 5 days. '. Wednesday 10. An examination of the Catholic Schools on this island took place in the yard occupied by their foreign teachers at this place. The number of scholars present was about 700, which Mr. Dudoit says is only part of what are under their instruction ~ They chanted prayers it is supposed in Latin, pointed to places on the maps in answer to questions, in which they seemed to be expert and answered some questions in Chronology ~ as to the age when Peter & other primative Christians lived, and the era of Luther. These interrogations it was thought were designed to make the impression that the Catholic religions is the ancient and true religion whereas that of the Protestant is modem & corrupt. The examination was conducted by Ii, the luna kula, and a number of foreigners were present ~ Mr. Smith was also present part of the time ~ Wine & other refreshments were offered the visitors. The Examination was doubtless designed to make an impression. The last set of rafters to the meeting house were drawn up this evening with shouting. Continued cheers by those on the wall and those in the body of the house. Thursday Novr. 11th 1841. Mrs. Chamberlain and our three daughters arrived from Lahaina on board a • ~ ~ whaling ship the India Cap. Gillett The vessel did not anchor. She was very kindly treated. Messrs. Peirce & Brewer have made known that they will grant the families destined to the U.S. a passage in the ship Wm. Gray to sail in about two weeks on the terms we had previously named ~ viz. $1 1000 ~ for all, ~ amounting to four adults and four children. " Monday Novr. 15 1841. A letter was reed. this day from Waialua from Mr. Emerson giving an account of the drowning of Henry Locke, Mr. Locke's oldest child. He went out with his father about 9 o'ck after staying a while he desired to go home. On the return of his father two or three hours after he was not found at home. A search was immediately commenced and in about an hour his body was found in the river. Mr. Lovel was the messenger who brought the news & he arrived in the evening. Tuesday Novr. 16. Mr. Rogers and family arrived from Lahaina on board the bark North America, Cap. Richards. Had to tea this evening Cap. Gleet of the ship India ~ the Cap. with whom Mrs. Chamberlain came • down from MauL Miss Smith & Mr. Munn started early this momg. for Waialua . Wednesday Novr. 17. The Vincennes, Porpoise & Flying Fish arrived from the N.W coast. Mr. Armstrong being absent at Kaneohe, at our social meeting this evening Mr. Sullivan was invited 71 �LEVI VOLUME 23 take the lead. Friday Novr. 19 1841. The Schr. Paalua sailed for Maui, with Kekauluohi and Mr. Brinsmade. • Saturday 20th. Mr. Munn & Miss Smith arrived from Waialua, this afternoon. They stopped at Ewa last night. We put some articles for Kailua on board the ship Bartholomew Goznold bound to Kealakekua. Also on board the Schr. Clarion bound to Kawaihae. Saturday Novr. 27th. The Exploring Expedition sailed this afternoon. They are bound to the westward their destination is Manilla and Singapore. Some letters were sent to the missionaries in the East. Mr. Brinsmade arrived yesterday or the day before from MauL Monday Novr. 29. Mr. & Mrs. Dole have opened school for our children. They board for the present at Mr. Dimond's and the school is kept in the house which Mr. Conde occupied at Gen. Meeting. Tuesday Novr. 30. Had company to tea this evening consisting ofMr. & Mrs. Jarves, Cap. & Mrs. Dominis, Mrs. Hooper, Dr. & Mrs. Judd & Messrs. Marshall & Johnson. Part of the evening was spent in singing. Thursday Decr. 2nd. The ship California, Cap.Arthur arrived this morning direct from Boston & • brought letters from the Cor. Sec. & Treasr. of the Bd. also letters from our children by which we learn that they have left Chester & were at the house of Mr. Hill, where they were to remain for the present. This afternoon the ship Wm. Gray sailed for Boston. Mr. Bliss & family, Mr. Castle & his daughter & Mr. Munn & his two children are passengers. Also Mrs. Dominis & son, Mrs. Shelton & daughter & Cap. Varney formerly of the Thos. Perkins. Previous to the departure of our missionaries the families assembled at the house of Mr. Knapp where a parting hymn was sung & a prayer offered by Mr. Armstrong. In ~he evening the families met at the house of Mr. Dimond to attend to the reading of the general letter &c. Friday Decr. 3rd 1841. This day is observed by the families as a day of fasting in prospect of the Communion the Lord's Supper to be administered on the coming Sabbath. The California in attempting to enter the harbor this morning was struck by a squall when near the passage and was carried upon the coral reef which constitutes what is called the middle ground and fastened • upon it; she pressed sail in hopes of driving off, but did not succeed. She lay all day the wind blowing a gale off shore. Owing to the strong wind off shore then there was very little surft: and none at all in the middle ground. In consequence of which the vessel lay comparatively easy, but it was a gloomy sight to see the n �LEVI VOLUME 23 noble vessel lying fast and careening upon her larboard side exhibiting an appearance of distress. Many boats were employed to afford every assistance that could be rendered. The Governor was off with a double • canoe & men. In the course of the afternoon the Joseph Peabody went out and anchored near by and a hauitzer was taken on board. The sun went down, and the was still fast on the rocks. The wind blew strong during the night. Saturday Deer. 41841. This morning on looking out to see the state of the California I was much gratified to see that she was afloat having been got off during the night. She came into the harbor during the forenoon. Not having sustained it is hoped very severe damage, yet a large bill of costs has been contracted in securing her safety & she must be unladen & hove down for examination & repairs. Sabbath Deer. 5 1841. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administere.d this afternoon in the nat~ve chapeL There were no admissions. Thursday Deer. 16th. Yesterday and today a company of natives from Ewa under the direction of Hoolilia~anu have been employed in thatching the building at Punahou, superintended by Mr. Smith, and they have completed the work except the topping. This evening took tea in company with Miss Smith & Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong at Mr. Colcord's. • The Schooner Hawaii arrived from the windward ~ also the Clarion, & the Paalua arrived from Kauai. We had entertain-ed serious fears that the Hawaii was lost. She sailed from here in the 9th ulto. with Mr. Wilcox & family. We hectrd of her sometime after on her way to Hilo as having landed them on Hawaii, but tho. Mr. W. had journ:::~ to Hilo yet the Schr. had not arrived and as she was leaky & the weather inclement it was feared she had gone to the bottom. It proved that she reached Hilo safely after a months absence from this place. Saturday Deer. 18. The Joseph Peabody, Cap. Dominis sailed to day for Mazatlan. Messrs. Brinsmade & Sullivan left in her, expecting to cross the continent for the U.S. Mr. Johnstone goes passenger to return in the vesseL Sabbath Deer. 19 1841. This afternoon 12 persons were baptised and admitted to the church. These are the only persons who have been received to church fellowship during the year. The exercises of the afternoon were varied from the ordinary course. After the ceremony of receiving • members, addresses were made by natives on the subject of schools, family government and training children. Tuesday Deer. 21. Mr. Gulick sailed for Kauai in the Pilot. Mr. Walsh the Catholic priest we understand 73 �LEVI VOLUME 23 was to take passage. The Paalua sailed for MauL We did not send by her, having previous to our knowing of the opportunity • shipped what we had to send on board the Clarion which was expected to sail yesterday, but is not now expected to sail till tomorrow. Friday Deer. 24. An English Bark ~ Sovereign arrived from Mazatlan. We learn that all the members of the Cabinet have been changed except DanL Webster, also that a new minister had superseded the old in the Eng. Parliament. This is all the news which has been reed. Sabbath Deer. 26. The Eng. Bark sailed this evening. Attended chapel with Maria Jane & Martha Ann. Wednesday Deer. 29th. Mrs. Chamberlain is confined to her bed to day. Dr. Judd bled her in the forenoon. A case was brought before the Govr. to day and tried by jury. Pelly & Skinner vs. French. It was the case of Espiner having made over his establishment ~ caned the Warren place to Mr. E for a debt ~ Skinner & Pelly had claims upon said Espiner and they sued for a right in the property. It was decided that E had bought the place. The Paalua sailed for Kauai ~ yesterday I think was the day she sailed. She arrived from Lahaina on • MondaYt Saturday Jan).lq.ry 1st 1842. The families of this station met at Dr. Judd's for a thanksgiving entertainment. Mrs. Chamberlain not being well enough to be present I excused myself from attending. The children were .. entertained at an earlier hour. ': Thursday Jany 6th.lvir. Dole having harnessed his horse & put him into a wagon was driving to accustom him to the harness. The horse took fright & ran furiously into an enclosure. Mr. Dole extricated himself without injury. An English Brig called the Courier arrived this morning. Learn that a Bark is just at hand both have full cargoes English goods. Attended an Auction at Mr. Paty's. Thursday Jan. 20 1842. By letters from Lahaina we receive the notice of the birth of a son to the King about a week ago and of • the death of Hoapiliwahine within a day or two after. Her disease was croup . . Mr. Baldwin speaks of her death as peaceful at the age of 65 years. Her funeral was attended on the 18th. The ship Gloucester, Cap. Eastabrook, sailed at 10 o'ck this morning. Mr. & Mrs. Jarves & child, Mr. 74 - - - ----- ------- -- ----- �LEVI VOLUME 23 Calkin & some others are passengers. She is bound to Valparaiso. We sent all the letters which we had on • hand. The Clarion arrived from Hawaii. By her was recd. a package ofletters for the U. States; but it was too late for the Gloucester. Saturday Jan. 22. There is a report to day that a canoe from Molokai has been lost and 8 persons drowned. Sabbath Jan. 23. Mr. Armstrong read a letter to the native congregation from Mr. Parker giving an account of 11 natives being lost coming from Molokai to this island the same event notied in the above note. It seems that on Saturday the 15th inst. four canoes started from Kalaupapa having in them 9 men & 4 women. That having proceeded on their way to the middle of the passage they were overtaken with a strong wind & turbulent sea ~ the canoes were upset . . the natives of one of the canoes succeeded in loosening the iama with a view of righting it, but the sea was so bad they did not effect it. Two men and one woman attached themselves to the iama ~ on which they floated endeavoring to direct their way to this island ~ one of the men fell off -- the woman seized him by the hair & drew him up -- She lomafd him -- he • pretty soon became chilled again ~ she honi'd him & he fell off & was drowned -- the other man stuck longer but by & by he became chilly & stiff & fell off and disappeared ~ the woman forsook the iama and swum -- she continued her course toward this island all night & on Sabbath morning she arrived somewhere near the east end of this island. ~ One man in a small canoe after having been upset three times succeed in getting same to 1an4t Thus eleven persons were lost. Mr. Armstrong imprpyed this event and the death of Hoapiliwahine to impress on the cong. the importance of being ready for death. This text was -- Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his. Sixteen persons were baptised & introduced into the Church. Tuesday Jan. 25th 1842. The Barque Columbia arrived from Columbia River having had a passage of 35 days. Mr. A. B. Smith and wife of the Am. Board and Mr. & Mrs. Cone of the Methodist mission are passengers. The Columbia is bound to England. The Cowlitz having Gov. Simpson on board also Dr. McLaughlin the Chief Factor left at the same time and is to come to this place by the way of Monterey. • Wednesday 26. The Weekly Social meeting was more fully attended this evening than usual-- Mr. Smith of the Oregon mission was present and gave some account of the in.dians among [whom] the missionaries of the Board are laboring. He thinks the whole number of the Nez Percies does not exceed 75 �LEVI VOLUME 23 2400 and they are not as promising as at first they were supposed to be. • Thursday Jan. 27 The ship Braganza arrived. A sailor of the name of Beuel called upon Mr. Armstrong ' which came on shore from her and introduced himself as a minister of the Gospel who had studied with Dr. Beecher in Litchfield Con. Having lost his health he had shipped as a common sailor before the mast. Mrs. John Paty dined with us to day. Thursday Feby 3rd 1842. Mr. Hall rode to Ewa with Rev. A. B. Smith. Friday Feb. 4th. Mr. Hall returned from Ewa and was accompanied by Mrs. Emerson who had come on the day previous from Waialua. She comes to make a short visit at this place and stops at Mr. Armstrong's. Mr. Bishop arrived from Ewa just at Evening having come up by summons of the collector of the district in order for an appeal to the Govr. of the question of the right of the collector to require 25 cents pr. day as the price for work on the days of paahao. The Gov. decided that 12 1/2 cts pr. day is the price by law. Saturday Feb. 5th 1842. A Brig with Chilian colors arrived this forenoon which proved to be cap. Spaulding. The Lausanne has gone to England. Quite a package of letters has come to hand. Wednesday Feby 9. As a foreigner (Mr. French) and a native were at work on a swinging staging in the meeting house one of the sticks gave way and they fell the distance of 25 feet to the floor. Both were hurt ~ • ~ ~ Mr. French badly having his leg fractured: the native hurt his knee badly, but had none of his bones broken. Dr. Judd's aid was quickly secured as also Dr. Wood's and the bone set and every relief rendered, practicapl~t Thursday Feb.y 10th. Mrs. Emerson set out for Ewa and was accompanied by Mrs. Armstrong. Friday 11 th. Brig Joseph Peabody arrived from Mazatlan having made the voyage there and back in 55 days. Three letters we hea,r have come across the continent - all of them from Mr. Bingham. Barque Cowlitz arrived from California. Sir Simpson Gov. of the Hudson's Bay Co. on the Continent and Dr. McLaughlin, Chief Factor at Vancouver, have arrived in the Cowlitz. Saturday 12. Our letters by the Joseph Peabody came to hand this morning. Mr. Binghams letter is dated New York Octr. 23 1841. He says. "The cause of the Sandwich Island Mission has a strong hold on the affections of the friends of Christ in the U.S." He complains however of the apathy prevailing in regard to the general subject of foreign missions. And the following remark seems to imply that the Board • are deeply in debt. - "The American Board prostrate and weeping before God from the apprehension that the churches, and the friends of Christianity would not freely pay $57,000 for services rendered to the heathen and give this year 250,000 more to go on and increase the work a little! It is amazing beyond. 76 �LEVI VOLUME 23 measure! "The Synod of New York & New Jersey have passed a resolution pledging themselves to comply with the request of the Board to raise their subscription 25 pr. ct. on the last year." • "In the Gen. association of Masstts, nearly the same measure was carried through from a similar source." "I have at length presented the claims of the church at Honolulu to a few select friends of the cause in this city & Brooklyn showing them a lithographic view of the building as published by Mr. Olmsted and I have easily raised $1500 which will soon be remitted by Mr. Hill: and I think I can quickly double it, if necessary in order to complete the building according to plan." "My health has been much improved though the long seated derangement of the liver is not fully removed. The dropsical symptoms and cough in Mrs. Bingham's case have been much relieved tho. her unceasing solicitude for her children who are not yet provided for remains, and prevents the restoration hoped for." "I have just heard that a vessel is expected to sail from Boston for the islands about the 1st of Decr. next. Another from this city, Cap. Spring for the Oregon via Sand. Islands to leave here in January. Mrs. Thurston has spoken of going with him with her younger children. She left this city in good health a short time since to visit her friends in Mass. Thomas has had his shoulder bone broken but was recovering. • "Mr.. Damon & his lady for the Bethel Ch. expect to sail from Boston the 1st of Deer. "Whether w~shall be sent in December of Jan. or next year, is yet all uncertain. ~ We should not stop on acct. of friends if pur health were sufficiently restored to commence the work anew at the islands." ~'Mrs. Bingham was at Hartford." "Mr. Meigs has j~st embarked for Ceylon with a small band of helpers leaving his wife behind.') Mr. Hall has heard that, Cap. Carter & Cap. Couch both for these islands sailed in Sep. Barque Vancouver arrived from London. Sabbath Feb. 13 1842. Eleven persons were baptised this afternoon & received to the church, a number of children also were baptised. Wednesday Feby. 16. A protracted meeting commenced in Mr. Smith's cong. to day. Mrs. Armstrong arrived from Waialua. Monday Feby. Mr. & Mrs. Dole have a vacation. • Wednesday Feby 23. We learn by letters from Maui that the King)s son died just one month after its birth. Thursday 24. Mr. Hall set out for Waialua to day to consult with Mr. Locke in regard to building a yard 77 �LEVI VOLUME 23 for the herd & employing a herdsman. John the Chinaman put an end to his existence by hanging. He had been suspected of adultery and for • several nights had been watched by the poe MakaL Last night he was detected and the woman lead off in the night to the fort. John being left in the house strung himself up to the ridgepole of the house and was found dead. His funeral was attended in usual Chinese style this afternoon. The woman with whom he committed adultery was the wife of a fellow Chinaman. Mr. Armstrong rode in the procession to officiate at the grave. There is a sale this evening of various articles for the benefit of the Charity School ~ Our two daughters went down in company with Mr. & Mrs. Knapp & Miss Smith. Schooner Hawaii arrived this evening from Hilo, and brought letters from the br. & sisters. Tuesday March 1st 1842. Children's School commenced this day. Mr. Emerson returned yesterday to Waialua. Friday March 4th. Brig Delaware Cap. Carter arrived from the U.States. A few hours after Brig Nereus of Salem arrived. Reed. letters from the Rooms, also from our children or at least concerning them. • Saturday 5th. Barque Eagle arrived from a cruize, has taken only about 150 bbls. oiL Monday March 7th 1842. Mr. Blake began to put in doors & windows of doors at Punahou, for which he is to receive 40 dollars. Tuesday 8th. Brig Lama arrived from Mexico. We hear she has been sold. Thursday 10. We hear that Mrs. Hooper has been confined with a son. Had a parting call from Dr. McLoughlin of the Hudson's Bay Company, who is expecting to sail for CoL River on Saturday. Thursday March 24th. Dr. Andrews & family arrived from Hawaii via MauL They expect to remain until Gen. meeting. They will occupy Kalaiheana's house. Saturday 26th. Mr. Locke arrived from Waialua. Rode this afternoon to Punahou. The doors & windows are all fitted & hung and the painting has been commenced. • Tuesday March 29th. The Paalua sailed this morning with the chiefs for Maui and Messrs. Armstrong & A. B. Smith accompanied them, but after having proceeded a little beyond Diamond Hill the wind proved too strong so deeply laden as the vessel was with passengers and she returned. 78 �LEVI VOLUME 23 The schr. Kinau arrived towards evening and Mr. Richards came down as a passenger on important business connected with the government of the islands. The King & chiefs have determined to renew the law prohibiting the selling of ardent spirits which was • enacted March 201838 requiring the venders to procure license. The renewal of the law is to take effect on the 30th inst. Thursday March 31st 1842. The Brig Chenamus of Newburyport arrived Cap. Couch master. There are several passengers among them are Mr. Hiram Grimes & lady & Miss Piper and Mr. McClerg known to us r by Brotherton. Saturday April 2nd 1842. Mrs. Chamberlain was taken ill this evening. The Dr. came and bled her. Have experienced heavy rains within the last few days. It has been more than usually rainy to day. Monday ApI. 4th. Mr. Richards left for Maui to day on board a whaling ship which is bound to Lahaina brethren Armstrong, Smith & Dimond go passengers in the same vesseL Mr. A. B. Smith is too ill to leave home at present. He was not well when he set out in the Paalua and since she returned he has been confined to the house. Tuesday ApI. 5th. The Paalua sailed for Maui with several of the chiefs on board. • The Kahalaia arrived yesterday from Kauai having been repaired there of the damages she reed. more r than a year ago by getting on shore. Mr. Gulick arrived from Koloa in the Pilot. Thursday April 7 1842. Received a circular from Francis John Greenway inviting me to attend a meeting of his credttors to whom he proposed to submit a view of the situation of his affairs with the hope that some arrangements would be made for their future management. Having a claim of about $100 against him I attended the meeting consisting of about 16 persons to whom he is indebted Mr. G. in few words stated the object for which he had invited their attendance as r stated in the Circular and submitted his business to be settled by assignees which he left with the body of his creditors to appoint. He then retired. A chairman & secretary were appointed consisting of Mr. Reynolds chairman & Mr. Brewer secy. After a long discussion, the liabilities & assets having been presented and those present having stated the amount of their claims Mr. Greenway nominated as assignees • the following. Mr. Reynolds, Mr. Simpson & Mr. Skinner. Saturday April 9 1842. A large sale of damaged goods from the ship Congress took place at the store of 79 ---- -- --- ---- - - - - - - - - - �LEVI VOLUME 23 Messrs. Peirce & Brewer. I attended and purchased two bales only of cottons. Thursday April 14th. The Brig Delaware sailed for the U.S. passengers Mr. & Mrs. Kone & child, Cap. • Spalding & lady & daughter. The brig is to stop at the Society islands. I sent a letter to Mr. Heath of Manono, written by Mr. Bishop. Dr. Andrews & family set out this week on a tour of this island. Saturday ApI. 16th. Mr. Dimond returned from Maui and Miss Ogden arrived. The vessel came in last evening, but Miss Ogden did not come to our house till this morning. Sabbath ApL 17. I have been quite unwell to day was able only to attend Sabbath SchooL Saturday April 23. Messrs. Armstrong and Smith arrived from Lahaina on board a whaling ship commanded by Cap. Pease formerly mate of the Thames in which the first reenforcement came to these islands. Monday April 25 1842. Mr. & Mrs. Whitney and Dr. & Mrs. Lafon arrived in the Hawaii this evening from KauaL Mr. & Mrs. W will have their accommodations with us. Dr. & Mrs. Lafon at Mr. Knapps. Dr. Andrews arrived from Kaneohe from a tour around the island. Mrs. Andrews remains for the present at Kaneohe. • Sabbath M,ay 1st. The child of Mr. Smith died last night about 11 o'ck having been taken with illness only a few days previous. The funeral wa~ attended this afternoon at half past 4 o'ck at the house of Mr. Smith. The remains were interred in his own yard. Thursday May 12. The Paalua arrived from Lahaina with brethren for the general meeting viz. Messrs. Clark & Bailey & their families, Messrs. Andrews & Rice and Miss Brown. Mr. C. & family stop with us. Mrs. Rogers was confined with a daughter. The Don Quixote arrived from California. Friday May 13th. The General Meeting of the mission was organized this morning ~ meeting convened in the native school house at 9 o'ck ~ all the members of this island present. Monday May 16th 1842. The brethren, Alexander & Johnson arrived from Kauai in the Schr. Kahalaia, having left their families. •• Mr. Clark returned from Waialua. He went down on Saturday last. Tuesday May 17. The family of Mr. Emerson arrived from Waialua. Mr. Colcord's infant daughter died after a few days illness and was buried this afternoon. 80 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday May 26. The infant son [daughter] of Dr. Andrews, Elizabeth Woodbury which died last night . was buried this afternoon. The remains were taken to the school house where an address was made by Mr. Armstrong & Mr. Whitney. - Saturday 28. A meeting of the mission church was held at my house this evening, and Mr. & Mrs. Dimond were reed. by letter from Mr. Smith's church. Sabbath 29. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was celebrated this afternoon by the mission chh. in the native School House. In the evening the communion was observed in the Bethel Chh. Thursday June 2nd. 1842. The General Meeting closed this afternoon. Saturday June 4th. The Paalua sailed this afternoon and Messrs. Richards & Clark & families, Messrs Andrews, Locke & Johnson took passage for Lahaina. Monday June 6th. Mrs. Dole was confined with a son this morning. She was thought to be in danger for a time in consequence of hemorrhage. Mrs. Chamberlain & Miss Smith went up after the birth of the child. Tuesday June 7th. The Schr. Victoria sailed with passengers returning from Gen. Meeting ~ viz. Mr. & Mrs. Bailey, Dr. Andrews & family, Dr. & Mrs. Lafon, Miss Brown & Mr. Rice. • The Schooner will proceed to Lahaina afterward to Kailua, then to Hana and lastly to Hilo to carry Dr. & Mrs. Lafon. After the qrethren went down, I rode to Punahou and brought home Mrs. Chamberlain who had stopped with Mrs. D. during the night. Sabbath June 12th. The Lord's supper was celebrated this afternoon in the native Church. Mr. Gulick assisted Mr. Armstrong in the administration of the ordinance. Monday June 13th 1842. The Maryland sailed for Lahaina, being the commencement of her voyage to Mazatlan. By her we sent the general letter of the mission. The ship Fama, Cap. Hoyer arrived from California ~ Mr. Jones the ex consul has come passenger. Mr. & Mrs. Whitney sailed in the Hawaii for their station ~ She will go directly to Waimea; for which we are to pay $25 to Ladd & Co. • Dr. Wood, Mr. Ladd & Mr. Bordman go passengers also . We are again free from company, except Miss Smith. Our first boarder for Gen. meetg. came April 16th, or last left today.~ making about 1/16 of the year 81 , -------------------------- �LEVI VOLUME 23 when we have had gen. meeting boarders. Honolulu, July 11th 1842 '.-- This day School commenced at Punahou. The Children being ready I took them in the wagon together with Sophia Hall & Mary Dimond to the School. There was some rain and a pretty strong wind which made the ride unpleasant. I went after the scholars at 5 o'ck. It had cleared off and the weather was pleasant. Thus has commenced the business of carrying & returning the children, which must be continued from day to day so long as the children remain with us and the school is conducted. July 12 1842. Tuesday. The Paalua & Schooner Shaw sailed for Lahaina. On Friday of last week the Schr. Victoria sailed for Waialua to take Mr. Emerson & effects to Lahaina. Wednesday July 13th. A Brig belonging to Brewer, arrived from Mazatlan by which papers & letters have been reed. at this place as late as the 27th of ApriL The ship Victoria sailed from N.Y. for Columbia River via Valparaiso & the Sand. Islds. passengers. Mr. Damond & wife Seamen's preacher and Mrs. Thurston, Mary & Thomas, for these islands. • Learn that a Brig the Sarah & Abigail was to sail the last of April or the 1st of May for these islands direct with missionaries. Saturday July 16th 1842. The Sch. Victoria sailed from Waialua on Tuesday morng. ~ arrived at Lahaina on Thursday anq this afternoon she arrived here. Learn that the Paalua arrived on Wednesday and the Shaw on Thursday. Both vessels were at Lahaina when the Victoria left. Sabbath July 17 1842. The native congregation connected with the 1st church held their meeting in the House of Mr. Smith, the pulpit of the old house being removed into the new house, the seats also being removed and the house open & uncomfortable. The new house is ready to be dedicated and nothing remains but the arrival of the King & chiefs from Maui. Between 9 & 10 o'ck this evening there was an alarm of fire: it proved to be the King's house near the fort. The fire was extinguished by the vigorous efforts of those on the ground & by the aid of an engine belonging to Peirce & Brewer and the aid of foreigners. Tuesday July 19th 1842. The Paalua arrived near evening with the King & Chiefs from Maui. A salute I was fired from the Fort. The Shaw sailed from Lahaina at the same time the king sailed. She is bound to Mexico or Panama and carries Mr. Richards & HaaHlio who have started on a private embassy to cross the continent. 82 �LEVI VOLUME 23 Thursday July 21st. The new Stone Church was dedicated this afternoon. Messrs. Armstrong, Bishop & Smith officiated on the occasion. • The congregation was seated in order principally on settees of their own manufacture. The people were all dressed in a very decent manner and many of them richly & gaily. The King, Auhea, Gov. Adams Kekauonohi & Paki ~ Kekuanaoa, Kanaina & other chiefs of the second order with the young chiefs of Mr. Cooke's school were present dressed in their fine clothing. The King was attended to the house by his armed body guards & martial music. At the proper time the King walked from his seat and took his stand a little raised in front of the pulpit holding in his hand a document of the nature of a Deed of Dedication giving the house to God for his worship and making over the property for the use of the church & congregation for purposes specified in the Deed of Dedication, to extend to the end of time. The address of the King was short, he began by remarking the object for which he rose and stating the nature of the document he held in his hand, which he should not read, but merely state the substance of. This he did clearly and fully confirmed the cession of the property & possession to the church & cong. worshiping according to the faith set forth in the document, to such and to no other. The cession he fully made for himself and heirs forever. • ~ Wh~n he had handed the document to Mr. A. & returned to his seat, Mr. Armstrong arose and made some sta~ements in regard to the amount of money expended & length of time employed in the construction of the building ~ And enquired of the different apana the object for which they had taken a part in the ~rection of the edifice and their wish in respect to it now; to which each successive apana made Teply. That they had built it for the Lord and that to him they wished it to be consecrated ~ to be his for his worship to the end of time. This ceremony was followed by the consecrating pray by Mr. Smith. The sermon was preached by Mr. Armstrong from Genesis 28:17. After the services the brethren and sisters by invitation of Mrs. Chamberlain assembled at our house to partake of a social entertainment. The King, Kekau1uohi, Gov. Adams, Kekuanaoa, Kanaina and eight of the young chiefs of Mr. Cooke's school were also of the guests . • 83 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/fc30775808942b9dc0f10d2eef174638.pdf 81617c4c820d0ad6dcd874e364a6dd23 PDF Text Text INSERT NO.7 Journal of Levi Chamberlain of a trip to California and Mazatlan in t~e year 124o~ in the Barque Don Quixote - Capt. John Paty . . ~'. "T "t"lng Tl. rl book" #1 1~ar. 21, 1840-Apr .24, 1840 26p p . 5, 1840 32pp. flHriting book Tl #2 - Apr. 25, 1840-June �- _ ........ - -. ;" , THIS fS A REl'RODUCT10N I 01 AN UNPUBLISHED MANUSCRI~T FOR REFERENCE AND STUDY ONLY INSERT No.7 NOT TO BE REPRODUC"D IN ANY WAY WI1HOUT WRITTEN pr.o"'-"'I"N J ...... OF. [ttWriting booktt #1 - Mar. 21, 1840-Apr. 24, 184:U l'rl1-.J .... 'oJ THE COPYRIGHT OWNER Saturday March 21st 1840. Raving had a return of hemorrhage from the lungs, a ~rescribed voyage was th~ tuni ty occurring in oppor~ by my physicians; and a very fayorable Bar:que Don Q..ui:xote, Cap .. .Tohn Paty fOlt Caiifornia and Mazatlan, I was induced to avail myself of it .. The vessel is destined for Maui, as Mr. Peirce who is the charterer wishes to go thither betore she takes her final 'de~arture • All preparations being made, I embarked not ~ar from noon, but owing to difficulties in getting under weigh we did not leave .. ; the harbor till sundown. Besides Mr. Peirce &. some others, Cap. Stetson &. Mr. Dimond were passengers to Maui. favor and the sea smooth- our The wind was entirely in our ~assage was unusually pleasant and expeditious. At daY~ight Lahaina was in full sight and abou.t Sabbath March 22. sunfise we came' to anchor.' . Almost ilIlIIlediately arrangements began to be made for landing those who wished to go on shore. At first I thought I W9uld remain on board as more quiet and pleasant for mysell and as saving the interru~tion our fiiends. I - which my going on shore would occasion to had hardly more than formed thi s conclusion and the boat got on her way towards shore, Mr. Dimond &. Ca~.stetson gone- betore a double canoe was announced and Mr. Baldwin made his . " appearance in the cabin. He in.vi ted me in. a pressing :manner to go on shore and I concluded to accept of his invitation. u~ withou.t any change ot .a~~arel I started and following him· descended the �-2... sides or the vessel into the canoe. We were very soon on shore and at the house or Mr. Baldwin, where I round Mrs. Richards and received a cordial inn ta tion rrom her to abide in company wi th Cap. S. at her house while I might remain in Lahaina-: Mr. Richards having gone to Oahu in COIIq)8.llY wi th M:r. Farnham, where thay had arrived ,just berore the Don Q. sailed. I spent the day very quletly,though I relt somewhat lonely. ' In the evening a social prayer meeting was held at Mrs. Richards t and all the brethren &'sisters at Lahainalalo attended. These co~sisted or Mrs. Richards, Mr. & Mr~. Baldwin, Mrs. McDonald, Mr. Dimond, Cap. Stetson & myselt.~ MOnday March 23rd. 1840. Atter breakrast had a visit from Messrs- Clark & Bailey and in the course of the day from Messrs. Andrews & Rogers from Lahainaluna. I conversed considerably with Mr. Clark and found that some'or the brethren on Maul entertalned some doubts respecting the practicability of themissionfs getting together this .year for a general meeting. AS the King has. decided to take pa'ssage for Oahu in the x Don Quiote the vessel will sail this evening and the passengers are " required to be on board in season. I dined at Mr. Baldwin's and have an invitation to tea with Mrs. Richards Cap. stetson & Mr. Dimond at Mrs. McDonald. At halr past 5 olck. I-took leave o~ the brethren & s13- ters and entering the Captaints boat went on board the Barque. Shortly the King and sui~1 came ofr- Auhea & her husband, Kekauohohi Kahekili & wife, Paki & others were his attendantsT At 8 ofck. we , were under way. Tuesday March 24th 1840. ofr Honolulu. Soon arter sun rise we were at anchor Immediately there was a mustering to go on sh~e. King & several of his attendants with all the foreign passengers The �- 3-3 disembarked immediately in the boats o~ the vessel. I waited for a double canoe which ~as seen coming of~ from the shore. ~h1s . . Lbringing) '. was headed by Kekuanaoa bring.. Lunalilo the Ii :ttle son of Auhea whose meeting with, his mother was in true native style. She clasped him in her arms and pressed hbn to her bosom with a profusion tears and held him o~ ~ast closed till she reached the shore occasionally her voice was heard in the usual condoling strain. Xahekili was &, ~ired others were passengers., A.s we were coming in a salute from the ~ort in honor of the King. We landed at Pakaka. I walked a little distance minding.at first to accompany the chiefs to the Rale kauila and there wait for Mr. Smith to come for me in his wagon according to an understanding with Cap. stetson when he was about leaving to go on sh~re; but I found the walk would be too much for me so I, enquired of Raina whom I met on the wharf, if there were not some friendly lad present who would take a palapala to Mrs. C. .A. lad was at hand, 'and, having wr'i tten a letter to Mrs. C. on board before I decided to come on shore, I added a word u~on the outside of the letter signifying that I was waiting at the wharf, I despatched him, and sat down upon a stick of timber to wait for a return. In a short time the lad came back followed by Nalimu with Mrs. Dimondts hand wagon, Mr. Smith having missed me. I stepped in and was drawn quickly to the house. &, the children well,- Mr. Richards at the house7 breakfast and I sat down with her having heard that I was on shore. several of the brethren &, I found Mrs. C. Mrs. C. prepared Mrs. Castle, who had come over I had an opportunity of meeting also~ As one o'clock was fixed for the time of going off I made such arrangements as were necessary and after engaging in prayer �.: -4- with my wife & children I took leave at a quarter was drawn to the store of Ladd & Co. - I was B11igham Ca~. & Mr. ~ast twelve & acco~anied by Mr. Castle, and at the consulatr met with Mr. Smith & stetson. - It was not t·ill after ani a ~ clock tha.t gers were assembled in readiness to Our at Mr. French's wharf. The boat was in waiting embark~ ~assengers fo ~he ~assen­ Mazatlan are Mess~. - Farnham, Marshall, Johnson & Cobb, thence they cross the continent via Mexico for the U. s. A scene of parting took place on the wharf, and at about half pas: one we shovled of"f course for the vessel.':" remale passenger a native wife. & directed our It may be here ntentioned' tha t we have a Miss Maria Warren, d~ughter or Major Warren by She goes to California tO join her father, "from I whom she has. been separated .s1nce a child. She was educated in America, is a professor of religion and clame out ~n the Don Quixote. As soon as we had got on bca.rd preparations were made for sailing and it was not long before we we~e under way & found ourselves receding from the shores of Oahu. CH 0 We had a pleasant breezes £ from the north and we soon lessened the tiouses on shore • .1t· was . not long berore the tops or the highest ,UildingS & the cocoa-nut trees were out of sight and the bold 9utiines o"f ~he and prominent head lands were all that clUld be seen. mountains. Barbourfs Point seemed to recede as we advanced and no longer had the appear- . . ance of Lailoa '(Long Point) but as the . I mountains I. of Waianae with their dark indented sides and lofty sunmd.ts opened upon us was lost in the spur of a mountain. I had nlt the slightest feeling o"f sea sickness and enjoyed the view of 1he island as it was presented from the deck of the vessel while she rode ·gallantly over the wave in the watery element. I thought of the wide expanse of I . ~ �-5- ocean on which we were embarked, its age~ immense depth &. power, its innumerable &. variously organised inhabitants - I thought .of it as in Ris hand who poured it out, proportioned it to the solid land and has fixed its everlasting bound. I. queried what was below us many fathoms deep- what beds of coral- what shells ot {f various hue- what caves the apode of numerous finny tribes- why' not vallies &. moun.tains over which the proud waters roll and whose deepest agitations tro'uble not their lofty aurmn.its t much less the profound repose of their' sloping;. indented or precipitous sides. <'. Wedn~sday This morning Kauai was in sight March 25, 1840. twenty miles or more distant, off our lee bow. It was too remote ,.~ to present distinctly anything bJl.t the summits &. bolder features of . ..~ ... ' > the island. Its bearing was about s. w. from us •. In making a 'few arrangements.in my state room I became a little sick and lost all ~ appetite for breakfas~ but did not forsake the table, but appeared at my place to ask a blessing having been requested to do it by the Captain.- I took an early opportu- nity of suggesting to.the captain that if it would be acceptable to the passengers to have a blessing at meals it would be particularly agreeable to my feelings to have the plan adopted. A~ter brea~ast until about noon. I betook mysel~ to my berth and At noon our latitude was 22°. 44 t estimation 84 m. W. &. 85 m. N. from Ron. '.- kept~t distance, by Most of the remaining part of the day I kept my state room. Thursday March 26, 1840. There was some rain last night. To' day the weather is some what cloudy, but not disagreeable. Our course ;r~.~.:,~;~:~~ 'about N.W. by N. making desirable progress. Marshall &Johnson favored us with several tunes Me's'Sr~ a much more .. �..., ' ~\ , -6- ~ [Sc'ir rational amusement than playing cards. see among most mani~ested o~ AAdisposition for which I the passengers. Friday 27. Fair this morning our vessel moving rapidly through the water. La. t. 27 a 15 t Saturday 28. Felt in the night some pre,~sure at the lungs and II¢ sleep was ,:interrupted. • 'fher. 68 o • I also felt a good dea'l· disturbed in my thoughts and had somewhat o~ an impress1i'e,:,dream or reverie, which I told to the company at breakfast, and which I hoped might , , have an' influence on the amusements o~ '. the' cabin. : In my dream methought I was wandering in a well'known street in Boston, when I fell in with a person which I recognized as an old acquaintance W~~h I had known to be dead some year s. I walked along with hiJn. and began conversation, but did not' find hm very communicative - got the'idea however ~hat it was well with his soul: pretty soon his appearance began to change and it continued to change until he was metamorphosed into form. a very diminutive We passed along by a place where there was fire burning into which he immediately discovered a disposition to enter and gratified it by placing his now pi~ form in the :t;lame; but so far from suffering from the heat it was beautified and seemed to enjoy satisfaction. When it came forth it assumed various singular fOrmE & attitudes and after performing a number of curious evolutions it disappe~red. My circumstances seemed now suddenly changed. I found myself on a sick couch oppressed for breath and in distres~. A friend whom I recognized to be one of our company looked in upon me as I lay, with a kind and sympathiSing countenance, to inquire fOr my health;, I, as if impressed with the vastness of eternity, the impor:tance of time and the follV of wasting it, 'looked into hi s �-7- ~ace with tenderness and with a panting breath and an tmploring countenance, said, uno not play cards any more. u Upon this I came to a consciousness of myself as lying in my berth on board the Don Quixote - appressed indeed somewhat for breath and a heavier pulse from some cause beating than usual. It gave me pleasure to communi'oate, the substance of this . reverie Qf the imagination; and thus to express my disallowance'· e of· a practice which I feared was to prvail among the passengers . ~ . ,during our voyage to the coast. ·One of the passengers, whose influence would be likely to have most weight remarked that the mind required diversion and that for himself he could not read on board ship and he regarded . card playing a very innocent amusement. I noticed there were various opinions on the subject, but for myself I thought there were many ways of more profitably spending the time.- We are re- quired that whether we eat or drink or whatever we do to do it all to the glory of God. I said further we may_properly do any thing which our minds require in order that they may be in the best state to serve him. But I thought tliat in the near prospect of the eternal world the mind would take a different view of the worth & employment of time than it would when viewing it only at a distance. I hoped the remarks at t'Jie breakfast table would have some good effect upon the m1nd ·of the company. tude by observation was 29° 46 t ing us. • At noon our lati- The trade wind seems to be leav- At evening had the wind trom S.W. and our course is changed to N. N. E. Longitude by chronometer 161 sailed during the last 24 hours 155 miles. 0 6. Distance �-8- Cloudy~ Sabbath March 29,1840. Thermometer 50o~ the open air -.'in my state room 55° • .A. brisk breeze from the N. W. Unused as'I have been for the last 17 years to an atmosphere cooler than about 74 o I found myself quite uncomfortable. Occupied my state room all day and employed myself in reading'Whftets Ser. what time I was not employed in reading the Bible &' devotional exercises. ,.. Monday March 50. Our breeze continues brisk from the N. W. with a rugged sea. Too cold for my comfort - can find nothing in. the cabin or on deck to, cheer me. And the cabin passengers can find nothing but cards with which to amuse themselves., I do not 'say that I cannot employ m:y time agreeably and profI tably. found gratification to day in reading I have ttlncidents of Travel, in Egypt Arabia &c. At noon Lat. 51 o 25. Long. by chro. 156 0 20 t Distance sailed during the last 24 h. 150 m. We are now in the Long. of Maui'. &: At OUI' present rate of sailing progress we shall be at ,.. t.skJ Monterey in 14 days. (\. A To day baffling winds and squally- Tuesday March 31,1840. making but little progress on our course.- rather gloomy on deck. o In my state room Ther. 60 .Took off and cot~on & put on woolen draws yet not able to keep warm without my plaid gown. Lent Mr. Farnham Txavels in Russia, Poland &c. the Cabin Keithts Evidences. Put in. The Mission.a.:oy Rerald I had also' deposited there previously a set of Journal of the A. T. Union. hoping that some of the passengers might be diverted from the all absorbing amusement. La t. 31 D 20 t • Long. by reckg. 154 o 35!. Dist. 120. I do not think my health suffers by the voyage. I hope �-9- it' is gaining. My voice however does not recover its natural tone. r am sorry I did not take ~. surtout. I fear I shall feel the r certainly shall, should need of such a garment on the coast. the weather be as chilly there as it is on board ship. Wednesday April 1st 1840'. At sun rise the luminary of day was o shut in by clouds the Ther. stood at 51 • ; but the clouds began .(::·a to. scatter and ~, breeze was s'pringing up from the S. W. allowing us to resume our desired course.- the turbulenc'e of the sea also had considerably subs.ided:,the sUn shone out, after breakfast and !T\ ', gave a more genfttal temperature to the atmDsphere. deck and found the exerc'ise very agreeable. I walked the r do not notice exer- eising on deck in this place because of its being'the first time, as that is not the fact, but on account of the ,particular pleasure ~ Lat. at noon 31 it afford! me. o 36'. Long. by chron. 154 0 40. I notice the difference between long. by chron. and long. by 1< re~oning as by the last method of calculating we are 5 f farther west than we were yesterday and ,have rather lost than gained. Passed an hour or mDre in the cabin this evening; and listened to a number of songs and tunes sung Vy the Messrs. Marshall and Johnson. on rellgious Had also some conversation on topics having a bearing principles~ and was.favored with an opportunity of . ~'<"J advancing some sentiments at vari6nceAwith those 'Which govern persons ot a ~re worldly character. One of the company seemed to have adopted the sentiment that if a man act under the belief that he is right he has no farther moral responsibility. words he is right. In other I,of course objected to the correctness of the sentiment. Found ,it pleasant to think of the br. & sis. at Honolulu �-10- as met together for a social meeting and remembering perhaps myself in their prayers. Thursday April 2, 1840. The atmosphere is mild this morning - we have a light breeze from the S. W. Our course is N.N.E. heavy swell on,' and the vessel rolls badly. - L .All sail set that will at all help to propelj us forward. s~ll I perceived a fr~m my stomach this morning particle of discolored matter raised It did not appear to be blood which ~ had recently issued from a wound. Could not be satisfied that it . . was caused by the use' of my lungs in conversation last evaning. liad some nia. co~versation with Cap. Paty respecting Califor- lie thinks a Protestant school might be established there! if it were on the plan of grat~itous instruction. If spared to reach the coast I purpose to make inquir1es in regard to that and various other matters. . Lat. 32 0 40 t Long. by chro. 154 0 12 t • Raye had some unpleasant sensatuon in my side. The sea was very rough during the Friday April 3, 1840. night, and, the motion of the vessel was not agreeable to me ~ I felt some pressure at the lungs and my respiration was more labored than usual. The wind has been from the northward and some part of the time has blown strong. day was about N. W. Our course in the former part of the This afternoon we have stood on the other tack, and the course has been about East. The c.ourse the Captain wishes now to steer is N. N. E. I have reason to be thankful that I chose the stateroom which I occupy, as I am able to be as much secluded as I please and to occupy m:y time in a manner most. a.greeable to myself. I am .able to read write and meditate without interruption and I would �.--.;.....::...- -ll- desire to be grateful to God that my health admits of the employment of my time in some one or these duties & all in their place. My.appetite is good and our table is very liberally supplied- we have ~uite a variety or dishes & the tood is well cooked. evil in regard to myself is that I am dis]9sed ~o The gratiry the eravings ot appetite beyond perhaps the bounds which prudence would prescribe.- Our table has been so well rurnished that I have had no need ot the articles which the kindness ot my wire provided, and all the eraekers & most of the tarts remain; but. they are ·good still 'and .1 may find them very grateful'·to the taste by Lat. 34 u & by. 32t. Long. by chro. 152? 30. Saturday April 4th. 1840. pleasant day and favorable wind- A royals set and making desirable progress- c9urse ~. N. E. I found it very agreeable to walk on deck an hour this morning. We have. albatross flying about us every day sometImes two or three and sometimes in larger nUmbers- s $ometimes sklmming along just above the surface of the waves- sometimes lighting upon ~l'c.) them, again: rising and streaching"forward with a few flappings of [.,ggairr} , the wings, then sailing along, settling one wing and rais.ing the D~~ A , . other glidlngAsidewise, then changing & performing various evolutions but not leaving our track. It has been ~uite amusing to .; [sIST watch their movements. One of the passengers tryed his skill the A other day with a gun to bring one o,f them down, but did not succeed, A fortnight ago to day I embarked on board this vessel then bound to Maui, but having,as it may be regarded, commenced the voyage to which I had been looking for about 3 weeks with a good deal of interest. While Just now looking over the s~de of the vessel & viewing the waves as they rolled towards us and noticing the swiftly passing current of our track, the thought came to mind, �-12- now I realiz.e that/as a present event which had so often been ,~ '6£ '-C:'d5? r .' ed forward to as one/future, I thought of the waves of death. the~e lookIn I shall one day find myself struggling~ death will then be a present event. How shall I conflict with those waves. Sailing now on the surface of the ocean I find myself protected from the towering wave by the unyielding sides and pr~tecting bulwark of our faithful barque. Plunged in tho se cold waves may I find my/ self safe in the ark of the t>aviors protection and pass trimuphantly over them into the haven of endless rest & peace. , La t. at noon 35 c' 16 ' a Long. by chro. 149 • 53 t_ We have now a head wind- course '- Sabbath April 5 1840. about S. E. I placed books in the cabin suitable for the Sabbath, and carried forward several Vols of Tract to the forecastle for the sailors. The Captain took an observation in the afternoon of the sun and moon to ascertain the true longitude. I have been unusually cold notwithstanding that I have been thickly clad, having put on my red flannel snart and had fire put into the foot stove which I brought,.- Pulse very sluggish 60 only in a minute. In the evening Messrs Marshall & Johnson sung a number of sacred tunes from the Sand. Island Collection. Lat. 36 46 t • MOnday'April 6th. 1840. a rough sea. Long,. by chro. 148 50 t • by obs. 148 Wind still ahead blowing strong with Have altered our course are now standing N. W. La t. 55 (;> 25 t . Long. 147 graded the last 24 hours. 54! o 10 f by chro. We have retro- �-13- Our time is about 40 m. advance ot Oahu. MOn. con. I thought of the season and endeavored to lift up my heart in unison with the brethren and sisters at the islands. It occurred to me that :Mr. Dibble may have arrived and with the Methodist brethren &, sisters was uniting Lh the interesting duties of the evening at the house of bro. Bingham • . Tuesday April? 1840. mo~eter, Had the misfortune to break my ther- but not so entirely as to he unfit to answer the purpose of gauging the atmosphere • . Read some in Rushenbergerts Narative of a voyage &c. He states that the harbor of Monterey is situated in 36 and 121 0 42' w. {)j·cJ 0 36 t N. Lat. lcng.- the indianAPopulation of Upper California is estimated at about 10,000.- there are 21.missions all of which are in a state of decay. ·On~ at Cormelo is in ruins and almDst [SIC) abandoned- about 4 miles from MOnte~r~. j\ The wind has died away considerably and the sea has become comparatively smooth. Our course is about N. or N. by E. course we wish to steer is N.E.- The It may and probably will be a fortnight befOTe we reach Monterey. Lat 36° 50'. Long. by chro. 14? Wednesday Auril 8 1840. a 46'. Str.ong wind} rainy direction of the wind has been . at noon: by estimation Lat. 39 fr~m 0 E. to S. E. lot - &, cold. The Got no observation Long. by chro. 14? Q W. My meteorological observations must cease, as I find the breaking [sic.) of the !Ehermometer will·not fit it for use. 1\ Could not walk on deck - the day has been rather gloomy. Read the nYoung Cottagern.and in Parker's Exploring Tour. I need not complain for want of employment; and if I do not improve my ) mind, and exert a good influence on those around, it will be my �-14- own fault. More rough & stormy this evening than we have had 1t any time before. ThUrsda; .A:Dr1l 9; 1840'. ..,... -' /' /",. The storm has abated, and the wind ;;:::"- is favorable tho. rather light, and the swell the Southward. some.~hat heavy from It Is pleasant to see the sun, and it was very agreeable to walk the deck awhile before breakfast. I usually rise about 6 o'ck gener.ally a little before that hour 7 go on deck brush my teeth & wash, then go back int.o my state room & attend to my private devotions & reading till breakfast which is about 8 o'ck. We dine 'about 1 o'ck & sup at i past 5 olck. I generally retire .Am very much troubled with cold feet. to rest before 9 otck • When I go to bed I wrap my flannel draws warm from my body around them, and with thi~~lP .t~ey do not become soon warm. Lat. 39 o 48 t . long. by chro. 144 0 40 t N. by E. ! We are making a • the variation makes it about E. co~seil The Cap. 1 wishes to keep to the north of the port on account of the prevalence of N. W. winds in that region. A brisk westerly breeze and a plaasant sky gives cheerfulness to the scenes on d'eck and adds very much to the pleasantness of occupations below. We are going at the rate of 9 miles an hours almost directly before the wind 7 studdensails set. Vessel rolls badly as is always the case in sa~~ing bef~re wind, if there be any considerable swell of th~ th,e sea e:x:isti~.,7 . '.~ Lat. 39 l} 51 t .' Long. by chro. ~4+o 50 t ~ We have 20 c of long. yet to make before we shall reach the port. ~ \ Saturday April 11th ;>''/ 1840~ //////.// Our favorable wind continues and we are making rapid progress having the last 24 hours sailed 212 miles. �-15- Lat. 39 0 20' Long. by chro. 13'7 c 19 t . we are now .in a deg. o~ deg. on the equator. In. the latitude long. is about 47 miles or 47/60 of a Sailing at our present rate in 4 days we shall make oux port. Finished reading Parker's Exploring Tour. I have been upon the whole m.uch pleased with it. ·Re has probably given too favorable representation of the indians west at the Rocky MOunt~ins; his aim undoubtedly has been to be im.partial, but a thor- ough acquaintance with heathen character will bring out to view the traits so faithfully delineated by the pen of inspiration. Sabbath April 12th 1840. MOderate and a mild atmosphere - progress slow. La t. 58° 20 f Long.153° 54' • The last 24 h. we ha va 16[ sailed ±ei miles. Commenced reading the life of Rev. Joseph Emerson; am much pleased with it. A. very quiet day .• ~. Very nearly calm- we seemed to be Monday April 13 1840. moved by nothing but the swell which c~mes in long regular heavings from the N. W. while all the rest of the ocean 1s smooth &. not disturbed by a wave. La t. 58 0 08. long. 132 Q 51}'. sailed only 55 miles. ~uite The last 24 hours we have an accident happened in breaking ~ bottle of squills which I had placed under my head. Tuesday A.nl. 14th. from s. We have some wind but it is varying S. E. to S. E. and w.e cannot lay our couxse. ninY.·,:a:ll day &. It has been I have not been able to exercise on deck- To be confined below all day in a solitary stateroom is··not very pleas8 ant, and yet I have not been destitute of employment. I have been reading the life of Rev. Joseph Emerson- a good Biography. �-15- No observation. !ec k on i ng 130 0 09 t . Lat. by reckoning 39 o 31!. Long. by Distance sailed the last 24 hours 150 miles. Weg.nesday ApI. 15th 1840. We had a free wind last night enabling us to lay ou:r:"c,0:u-se- it continues this morning, but plows m.ore moderately. The r,og settling around us indicates that we are approaching the continent .La.t. 38 °,19 t Long. 126 0 30' • • This evening raised a little blood, and the sensation which I felt in my breast led m.e to think it would be serviceable to be bled. Mr. Stokes the mate attempted it, but he did no~ , succeed, though he cut hoth arms. A.bout 1 otck last night I 'took a ,Thursday A.p. 16. dose of salts which operated this morning. Did not come to table to breakfast, but had some thin pia made during the fatality seems to attend my squills. forenoon~- A The phial containing the most of what I had saved from the breaking of the bottle the other day, was by a sudden lurch of the vessel precipitated from'a shelf where I had secured it upon rrrybed. could of them & put them in a tumbler.- I scooped up what T I have a 'sensation in my side which warns me that my diseaseehas yet a hold upon me. At noon Lat. 37 4) 08 t Long. 123 the afternoon land made its appearance. 0 42'. In the course of The first sight of the great continent which I have had for 17 years. It was pleasant to see the western shores of our beloved land. The cable was got, up & anchor bent to be in readiness.~t sun down we were pretty well in with St.Croix. The appearance is a low range of mountains or hills not very distant from the shore seeming to rise abruptly from them. a~d We have had a brisk N. W. breeze till sun down when it became nearly calm. Something was said about anchoring off st. �-17- Croix, but the vessel did not get in near ~nough. This has not been a pleasant day to me. at~en9-ed.:1.the table once- my food has been pia. Have not At night with my mug of soft pia I ate two of the small hard crackers which Mrs. C. provided & fo.und them very agreeable. I went to bed before dark hoping to ·get warm & to was 99 or 100. feel quiet • My pulse just at night Mr. Farnham. has been quite attentive frequently after my health.- & has enquired My feet did not become immediately warm but I felt tolerably comfortable except a quick pulse &: the fear ot fever.My 'febrile symptoms have subsided . ::: Friday April 17th 1840. pretty much. Ate soft pia & the kindness of Mrs, C. c~acker also a small pie provided by Did not come out to table.- We have more of the coast in sight and MOnterey not very distant; but no wind· ih the morning.- About.10 ofck. a breeze sprung up & fresh- [Sic.] ened/a.sA we advanced we had a clear view of the shore.- in some places a sand beach- the banks rising rather abruptly & whitened as with patches of drifted snowbeating upon it. in others rocky with the surff In the distance forest trees were seen rising, with pastures sprinkled with clumps of trees & bushes extending towards the shore - here & there a moss grown rock rearing itself aJJ!:i:dst the verdure. The town opened to view on )he South side of the baY,consisting ·of 50 or 60 house~ defended bJ' a fortress- very ~nsignificant in appearance rearing a flag staff on which was flying the Mexican colors. At the north part of the town is the church a low and rather rusty looking building. As it was necessary to comm~micate with the shore before anchoring the boat was let down and the captain &, several �..... -.... _.. .~."~ - - _. ---- - ---_.._- •. -.- -- _. -18- , f of the passengers entered it and were rowed to the shore while the Barque stood off & on~- At half past 3 otck the boat returned and :! w~s accompanied by another one belonging to the government. ~hey brought word that there were disturbances on shore, and that the Don i"" x ~u~ote woU~d ',.-.. '. . not be allowed to anchor without paying the . harbor fees and then.only for 24 hours; and that the boat must The Alceope had not arrived ~ not go to shore again.- Mr. Farn- ham was allowed to go on shore and remain till the vessel should call again. boat.- He took his bundle & went ashore in the The Barque t~cked to leave the bay, b~t after gove~nment beati~ against the heavy swell till nearly dark without mak.ing any headway & the wind subsiding we were obliged to.cast anchor for the night. It was c aIm this morning and the' Saturday April 18th 1840. atmosphere somewhat mild & I enjoyed the prospect of the shore. on In front of us~the beach lay the wreck of the whaling ship Com~ Rogers which was lost in 1838, the sport of the waves- near this on the right hauled up on the sand was the small government boat and beyond it a little further to of the settlement! >n ~st ~he right the. principal houses of them one story high & generally small, none of them over two stories, built of dobies, some covered with shingles & other with tiles having a red1Sh,:appearance. Stretch- ing to the North is ...a sand beach with something of a high bank, rather barren in appearance.- There appear to be two ranges.of hills the first undulating near the shore - the others rising in the distance woody. Some of the hills smooth & clothed with grass, others surmounted with, trees ranging along their summits ~ Some interspersed with clusters of trees containing openings covered with verdure and risings of land seen beyond, smooth & dressed �'- -. - --,..- -19- ,~ in f . l gre~n~ horses neat cattle feeding. Saw a &. pl~t of plowed ~ 'gT~und- S9m.e nothing else that appeared :to be under cultivati.on. or .the pastuxes sprinkledw'i th yellow rlowers said to resemble '1&' 'Wr-."> . , the·nohu at the:r.g~l~ . ' "~ '. • .. '-~~." The.forest trees are said to be a species of pine. It was pleasant once more to view ,the forests or the great ,continent '. though I may not have strength or them permissi~n even to range among The disturbances on shore are said to have arisen from , thretenings &. reports of vagrant hunters &. stragglers, who have stated that it is the intention of the U. S. to take possession of California in pay for the debt of the Mexican govt. due to ours.- These reports and the threats of a swaggering Am. hunter have awakened the suspicious fears or the Californian authorities .. '........ here, and induced them to seiz.e &. imprison some stragglers ·ot?OH-. ~;~";- .... .. ::<:. ~: One by the name of Graham a native of Am. residents. Kentucky is to be sent to Mexico it is said to be tried for his life. The Captain hoisted a signal of distress with a view to obtain intercourse with the shore and gain liberty for a physician to come off on my account. I was the more willing the measure c should be adopted as I hoped my need of a physician might be urged upon the autho~ities remain. The signal was not . &., avail with them to allow the Barque tor answe~ed' time the vessel was got under way_ and after waiting a suitable Just as the anchor was atrip a rush was noticed on shore &. the boat was launched and hoisted came ofr. ~~h 'colors An of ricer of govt. with an interpreter came on board to whom our wish was stated. After an introduction th~ ~. .~ ... _,a question was asked whether I wished to go on shore) & answered in t �·" -20the negative. might go t~ We were then told that the boat of the vessel shore and bring off a physician but the vessel would not be allowed to anchor. The privilege of sending for a physi- cian was declined on the ground that being now under way, and the wind being brisk if not allowed to come to anchor, the detention twould interfere with our getting out o~ the bay_ good by &. entered their boat for the shore. They bid us We kept on our "course. &',continued beating until we were out 0.1' the bay, which was not till near evening, having a heayY awell and N., W. wind to contend with. Having felt pain in my side, I drew a blister last night. ~~. Cobb has been kind enough to dress it for me, to day. ,Sabbath Api. 19th. 1840. Thick atmosphere land part of the day visible in the distance north. MOnday April 20th. Weather uncomfortable. A.tmo'sphere thick as yesterday; and ... standing 0.1'1' ahd on much in the same position. Lat.36° 19 t • Drew orders on Henry Hill EsqT".j favr. M:r. Alvah Ai itrea.ge fer $100 on acct. of Mr. Clark and Miss Hannah Farrar for $100.- on. account of Mr. Rogers, both of which were dated Henolulu March 24th 1840. Tuesday AnTil 21st. The sun has made its appearance part of to. day, notxithstanding which the atmosphere is celd. making long tacks off and on , land out of Sight. We are Lat 360. 10. r South of our port. My pulse is irregular. has been once abeut 100 a minute. Wednesday 22nd. It has been as low as 55 and it To day it has been abeut 55. This merning the sheres were in sight and we found ourselves in the neighborheod of Monterey. �-21- Pursuing our course we entered the Bay and about noon we were sufficient~ . it ~as flag. near to discover a vessel in port. (S~l We were in hopes the .Alciope but it proved .to be a Barque bearing the Mexican . . t\ Wh~n we were sufficiently near the town the govt. boat with an officer & interpreter made us a visit, from whom we learned that the prisoners of which there are 47 all foreigners were being ~ut en board to be sent to Mexico to be tried •. was not. the same that boarded us on Saturday the the same. inter~reter was - Our boat was allowed to go 0n·:t:u: shore for Yx. Farnham and limited to a stay of half an hour. longer. The govt. officer It was gone however much Mr. ·F. when he returned brought a report of most shameful treatment inflicted by the govt. upon the prisoners. He states that 53 persons were placed in a small room so small that it' was impossible for them all to lie down at the same time - that they were kept in this place three days without food or permission to move from their confinement.- 47 are condemned to be sent on board the Barque to go to. Mexico. protections. Most of these have American He remarked he never saw his countrymen ever before treated with such indignity. We were standing off & on in the harbor till 40 f ck when we directed our course to sea to wait still longer fDr the Alciope.- . Could get no fresh provisions.out Wind fresh got/about sundown & had a fresh breeze all night. Thursday April 23d. 1840. M. and then stood in till 8 . again. The vessel stood off till 12 o'ck P. o~ek A. M.· then tacked & stood off At 12 A.¥. stood in and on this tack entered the bay the wind blowing very strong. The Captain now concluded to pay the port charges & bring his vessel to an anchor, fearing some accident should he continue to layoff and on, and fearing also being short of.pr?visions. We entered the bay and ran up to the �-22- anchorage unde~ very fresh breeze & dropped anchor opposite the After waiting awhile a boat was lowered & Cap. P. & Mr. fort. do~son boat & started for the shore, they were met by the government Both boats came along side & the were direct·ed to return. officers three in. all came on board. They behaved civilly and admitted the ship to an entry, .sealing the hatches and then returhed, 'the Captain also went on shore in his own boat, and stated that the passengers would go on shore tOmDrrow.- So we are now safe at anchor in.MOhterey harbor. The armed ves'sel with prisoners 'sailed last night seen by us this morning in th"e offing. Barbary & then proceeds to st. Blas. Snooks an was & She. is to stop' at St. She is commanded by Cap. Englishman- was formerly the Roger Williams and has been recently purchased of the American owners. Went on shore at 10 oTck in company Friday Anril 24.1840. with Messrs. ~furshall, Brotherton & Cobb and walked with them to the house of Mr. Thos. Oliver Larkin where I was received with great kindness by Mrs. Larkin. Mrs .1. was formerly Mrs. Homes a , lady who stopped at the islands 8 years ago who was expecting to join her husband on California, and was attended by Mr. 1. On her arrival or about the time of her arrival her husband died and she then married ~~. 1. She has had six children but only three them survive - the youngest is about two mDnths old - all has never been able to nurse any of them. the Spanish language. children - o~ boys~ She The children talk only It is said to be a bad place to train up There are no schools nor public means of instruction. [Sic.J h Mr. L.s i\ children have been baptised by the Romis1 priest.I was informed by Mr. L.that the priest objected on the ground of his being a Protestant, but consented to administer the ordinance on �-25- his making the declaration that he would use no inrluence to eias ~he child in regard to the principles or religion, that it should be ·leftto choose his own religion as he gxew up. I walked out a short distance to take a view or the place and when ~ returned I was shown a neat room in the second story where a fire had been kindled and :was invited to make :m:y home there as long as I Eight stay on shore. The house is built dobies is two stories high- commodious & decently finished o~ ~ -r The people of MOnterey seem to have quite'a taste for pictures- the \ A walls of the rooms are studded with them- at least the houses that I have seen. This house is three sides. surroun~ed by a verhanda~or at least on It looked like our native. country to see swallows rlying about and to see t4eir nests their abode in the ~ verhand~of A great company have taken up LSk,j Mr. L.s(\ house, On one rafter I counted no less than 24 nests': they were almost united to each other and on both sides of·the rafter. Crows also I saw flying about in great numbers & so tame that they will light on the fences around the houses and within a rod of a person. I was introduced to a Dr. Marsh of st. Francisco about 100 miles above this- an intelligent gentleman forme,rly of Salem, and as I undErstood or liberal educationy is a man of influence. missions. lie has a large farm ahd I· made inquiries of him respecting the He says there is but one flourishing mission in the whole of Upper California and that is the ijission or, St. Joseph [jF~J in the neighborhood of St. Francisco- There are about 1500 indiansA connected with this establishment and they have many cattle & horses & raise a good deal of wheat and other produce. �-24- " In respect to a protestant mission it would be fipposed \ by the catAolics,- a missionary would not be allowed to preach; but a teacher would be,well received who would come prepared to teach the Spanish language,of which he must be master and if he should understand the French lang~age it would be a recommendation. A 1.)t'c.J pasportAhe would need and permission to reside which might be obtained through the U. S. mip.ister resident in Mexico.· If he were a· man well qualified- wise .·prudent and would not undertake to teach religion he would be well received and would do good. By teaching reading and other branches- he would enlighten. the rising generation- he might teach pure morality- inculcate the best principles- enlighten the minds of the young and prepare them for a more liberal form of religion than that which now holds the people in slavery. I was told also that religion is at a low ebb. The most active and energetiC man among the Catholics is a Mr. Hartnell an Englishmanwh6 has the superintendence of all the missions; but the community at'''iarge are very ina.ttentive to the forms. few 'go -to the priests to make confession. Very As in all catholic countries the Sabbath is very little regarded.- Mass is said in the morning, but not often is there a sermon.- Foreigners doubt- less have a great influence in bringing religion into disrepute. They cannot marry in the country it is true without submitting to Catholic forms;- they are' required to be baptised after this is;: done and their object gained they have nothing further to do with religion, their wives grow in general remiss & they bring up their f~lies so far as religion is concerned very loosely. I did not hear priests spoken of by any with respect, and ocr course the �.-25- priests have not the respect or foreigners. And if I might judge rrom what has been told me or the people generally, the ~unities or the Catholic religion are small. It is reported that a Bishop is to be sent from Mexico f.\ and that the missions are to be reforganised. Should this be the case it is probable he will establish schools) and that efro~ts will be made to revive the Catholic religion, or to excite the people to greater attention to its forms. When. the missions were· first established by priest fraIn. old Spain, the best good, it is said, or the indians was sought, buildings were erected by mechanics who came out in connection with the missionaries - the indians were sought after and.brought under influence, red, clothed &·instructed in the Catholic religion & taught to work- Some or them were instructed in the mechanic arts- large farms were cult~vated. extensive herds of cattle & horse were raised & domestic animals trained and much wealth was brought together. But the old Spaniards have been succeeded by priest rrom Mexico who have not sought the good or the indians as their predecessors did and the prosperity of the establishments has dS7 clined. omia Much probably is to be it is weak and not very attrib~ted ~irmly to the govt. or Calir- established. The Catholic system is wrong from the roundation the. only object of its propagators was to bring the indians under their forms of religion and at the most in connection with this to teach a few some of the si~le mechanic arts & to employ the rest ih farming & taking care or herds of cattle. While they attended to these services and practiced the forms of the catholic religion, they were considered ghristianized. �I l- jl -. i .. f f I -26- They were not taught, as I have heard, to read or instructed in I ·sclence. END OF T11dRITI'NG BOOK" No. 1 Mar. 21, 1840-Apr ... 24, 1840 �INSERT No. 7 cont ~:d [ Il!Nri t ing book 11 #2, Apr. 2S, 1(-.140 - June 5, lSLj..o J Monterrey Saturday April 25th 1840 As I retired to rest at an early hour last night, 1 awoke before day. Ky sleep was not entirely undisturbed, for soon after laying down I found my bed was infested. I was not entirely broken of rest but I could have wished my annoyers at a distance and it would have been in vain to have got up &: attempted to dislodge tt.em. light I was entertained 1-Ti As soon as it was th tc.e swallows twi t.tering in the vorhanda [sic]. I arose before six oTck and r2.king open the ashes on the hearth I scraped out a few coals of fire and'with a little bark.at hand I kindled a flame by which I sat &: warmed myself and I fOlJ.nd the heat comforts.ble, for although the weather can not be called cold, it is much colder than that to which I have for many years been acclJ.stor:J.ed. At 7 olck I had tea 8..J."1d breac &. butter brought to my room and at 8 olck or a little after a pint of rrlilk &: [SIC] broa~, of which I made a good breakfast. Afte'''' breakfast by invl tation of I-f:r; Larkin took a walk with him into the settlement[.J ~'le past I [sic] the guard house near a short bridge which is penal to cross on horse back - a fine of two dollars is imposed for the violation of t~lis regulation - one of our passengers Nr l1arshall was fined· t:'1is sum for riding over the bridge ignorantly. We stopped at the house of the A~ministordor Collector of Custcms and made a short tarry. or Saw here Dr. �-2- Bale a physician, from a whaling was introduced to us at Oahu. ship~ who a few years since He is settled here - married and acting physician for government with a salary of six hundred dollars. From. this place we Halked to the if the building may be deserving the name. O·~thedral- Its appearance is much the worse for age - It is built of stone of a light color not very durable in appearance. It fronts to the north -has two windows only on the east side there were originally two on the west side but these have been stopped up with dobies. must be very gloomy in the inside. It The windmvs existing are not glazed they have a wire netting to secure theTll from being entered. Mr. L. states that it has been built abo~t it seems to be much neglected and is going to decay. 60 years Yass is said ir.. it every morning by the priest attended only by a very few persons. I saw the house of the priest in another part of the town but did not call upon him. On our return we passed the hOllse of the governor and called upon an English gentleman by the n8...'TIe cf Spence whose residence is near. He has resided 16 years at this plac~ and officiates as alcalda or justice of the peace. He is a man of intelligence and of probity. I received a polite reception and the proffe::: of his services. I have been every where treated with attention & politeness. The state of my lungs did not admit of my conversing much. I enquired respecting the recep- tiona lteacher would be likely to receive - He remarked. that if' he came as a school master not to teach religion and had a passport which might be obtained through the D. S. minister in �-3- Nexico, he would be well recei'ged and would do good, but he must be well acquainted with the Spanish language. - I asked .,.- whether there would be any objection on the gpund of his being a protestant He [sic] replied, he would not be allowed to preach, and he must have permission to reside. After the walk through the. settlement I took a range in the pastures & was much delighted with the wild flowers blooming in all directions among the grass & appearing in great variety. The pastures are skirted with tall trees:, most of them pitch pine apparently. I Sa\..J a pretty shade tree having a spreading top 'Y. thick foliage at a distance this tree has an agreeable appearance. house and I-Jas furnished I saw no fruit trees. l~ith I returned to the a boyrl of chicken soup, which served for my dinner. I walked afterwards to t~e beach and some distance upon it to where lay the wreck of the ship Com. Roge:,s - it is filled with sand as hiSh as the be~ms of the middle deck. In the course of the afternoon I w·.:mt on board the Don Quixote preferring to s)end the sabbath there rather than on shore. rne Alciope arrived wind bound 15 8 days-from Norfolk Sound - was days in port, which was the occasion of her delay. Sabbath Apl. 26 1840. I enjoyed quiet part of the day. In the morning there was work going on, moving the position of the vessel and taking water on board which was filled yesterday but owing to the wind could not be gotten off. Two gentlemen from shore dined on board they came off to trade & �-4- probably succeeded in buying all they had a wish to purchase. I did not take my seat at table but declined eating and I joyed my' Sabbath the ing Dr. Bale b~tter :for my abstinence. en- L:, the even- & Mr. Ridley came off & spent the night on board. I was suspicious that they played cards 1-li tc. pas sengers in the cabin. Nonday ApI. n. 1840. All the passengers went on shore but '. mysel:f. I chose to remain in order to write up my minutes. Cap_ Clap' visited us. I spo~e to him respecting carrying d01<1ll lumb.er for the meeting house. He will do all in his power to acconwodate us; but thiLks he can not carry more tr~n 20 sticks. I fear even that quantity of the dimen- sions needed 1>7ill not be obtained. I have given l"r Larkin a memorandum of thedescripticn wanted. The·Cap. has probably got pretty ~ucc through his business at this port and the vessel it is expected 1-[ill sail . t omOrr01'7. . Night - all the passengers are on board & we sail tomorro"J. " I have been informed tt.at tl"_e number of indiar~s con- nected with all the rrissions a:rr:.ount tc abcut 5,000 and that - the number of inhabitants of all other classes in California is about 5,000 more. - This is a smaller number than I had supposed to be the inhabitants of this tract of C?lmtry. I do not rely very much on the estim.ate. In regard to the late di sturbance J :Cr. l,Iarsh informed me that, in his opinion, there 1-laS without doubt a conspiracy but whether there was any real intention to subvert the government may be regarded as a doubt. Several persons had combined· �-5- & concerted plans actly known. or some kind the nature of which is not ex- Some straggling fellows '!'Tho had been drinking made various declarations and uttered threats which a>,-Takened alarm and was taken notice of. or Gardner an Englishman c&~e A person by the of Garner rorward & stated a plot in which he was concerned mentioning the him: na~e n&~es of those connected with thus turning States evidence - this he did it is believed to implicate a man b~ the name of Graham an American h~~ter who has resided some time in this country and haS done a good deal for the Government: Gardner it wo~d seem had become offend- ed with Graham and sr:!J. ght revenge and took this method to gain it by reporting him as a conspirator against the govt. Ny in- formant expr.essed it as his opinion that Gardner had instigated the plot in order to dra',v others into it, but especially to entrap the man against whom he entertained a spite with the design of makihg a disclosure and thus getting revenge. Being one of the co;:;pany- sent· to apprehend hire. he advised that they should put him to death. and not' attempt to ta1<:e him, as he would be likel;,r to turn upon them &: shoot·them. On arriving at his house they discharged a volley of musketry at the place where he was supposed to be lying in bed - his partner who was wi th him was badly 'Hounded - but he only slightly though every thing aroun~ by the balls. him and his clothes upon his body were torn away He was then seized & brought to Lonterrey. It is believed that the govt. have been greatly alarmed on insufficient grounds & that they have pursued an unjustifiable course, that they have apprehended undesigning men, tore them rrom their ffullilies & posseSSions & sept them out of the country �-6- in violation of the faith of the govt. Some of them doubtless are persons that they had just right tc send away. Tuesday April 28 1840. proceeded to sea of the Bay. [.J About 10 otck we got under way and Had a pleasant breeze and were soon out We direct our course now for st. Barbary. The wind proved baffling off the Point and we did not get clear of the land till dar¥. 'tlednesday April 29th Ive were favored with a good breeze . . through the night and made 'desirable progress. - Our breeze slackened during the day, but had a heavy s",..;ell. No land in sight till just evening. Thursday April 30tt 1840. ~nis morning more of the Coast way in sight - Most of the day very little wind, rr.ade some progress however - afternoon had a gentle breeze - all sail set and sailed alon::: very smoothly not haviI1..g much sTtlell & no sea. In sight the islands st. ¥icrraels, St. Rosa & St. Croix: It was s o1Y.e .ihere nesr- st. Resa that T killed in the Lama. St. Croix lies directly off st. Barbary about 20 miles distant from it. small island w~lich Ca~~. B2.ncroft was t~e ~here port of is another li2's in an easterly direct .on from St. Croix. Friday 11!ay 1st At about 8 o! ck this mornin8 He came to anchor at t_e port of st. Barbary. After breakfast we went ashore - in rowing in we passed threugh several patches of matted marine-vegetable or kelp.Lsic] there is less cf this production now than tb.ere is sometimes.!.f:. ;r!e la~~ded ur;on the sand beach i:c. the surff [sic] which was n9t high a·t the present J.J. ;r It is a kind of vine & gro~·JS to a great length. �-7- time. The crew of the prison bark we landed preparing to ta...~e have been tru[en on shore nO-liT he~e were on shore where off wood & water - The prisoners & placed under guard for safe keeping until such time as t!:!.e vessel is ready for Sea. - From. the shore we walked about son. He ~TaS 3/4 of a mile to the house of r:r. A. B. Thomp- not at home being absent in the Boliva which has gone to st. Pedro a hundred miles or more below this and expected back in a day or blO. Cap. Robbins a man whom I have seen at the islands being in charge recei vedus politely .a...YJ.d invi ted us in. vIe .first v-ralked into tl-:e store 0: after;vard, ascended a flight of Stairs frem the o!.1.tside, /3::. entered by a verhanda inte a large roon: ,-1ell furnis:led 1'{cere 1;-re we [sic] were seated. Shortly He were introduced to }Irs. Thompson Hho ca.c'1!.e in ,-Ii th dark hair flowi.D..g over her sl-:o'.llders on each s~de of her pers on like a mantle pre sentiY'-€; an appearance never exhibited by any of our ladies ;.J:'len they are presented to company; but such an arpearG.nc6 is prebG..'oly fashionable in the morning in Spanish countries. were not able to converse. t~J.e best it is said in St. She did not speak as we ff:r Thompson has a very good hO'.1.se Barbary - it is twe stories" high- has thick walls of dobies, and a shingled t~is county, t~e roof~ ULcomrr.on in ordinary covering beins tiles in form of a divided cilinder [sic] 10 or 12 inches in dit:L-r:1eter & 20 to 24 long placed so as to l.ap, one the convex side up, & the other dmID the one d'oHn forming a gutter to cond'.lct off the water. Roofs thus constr'.lcted are very heavy, but are said to be perfectly tight - as they must be, unless some of the tile are broken or not well joined where the pieces unite & form the courses. �_l~'_ life were invited to stop &' take dinner - In the interval I walked out - saN" Eaj or ~varren. I did not think he was gratified with the visit of his daughter remarked it was a bad time in consequence of the disturbances now existing, thought he should send her to Oahu again in the ~~ciope. out the length & breadth of the settlement wa~ A walk through soon affected - The fort is situated near the middle' & the walls of it are in a decayed state - they seem to have been recently repairing some 'of the breeches. I saTt! pear trees in bloom; this :was the only fruit tree which I saw. peaches. This is said tc be a fine place for None cf the houses are more than two stories & most of theE only one story all constructed of dcbies. I sa""T a few misel"able huts resembling very much the poorest houses of . the Sand;'Tich Islanders. I took the rarr.ole· alone. - ance of ,crows & turkey buzzards Sa';'T abund- the'last mentioned is a f01d I never saw before - It may be it is t}::.e vulture for it seemed to be seeking flesh for its food. It is not so large as the turkey but some what resembles it. - ~t one olck dir.:ner was served - we had five courses - a very good dinner - Frs. Thompson & ~on 3 or 4 years of ace sat at the table and I was aston- ished tc see the mother give him wine to drink. daughter younger. She has a Our host drank brandy as he called but the liquid had the appearance of gin. I drruUr of course water. After dinner the passengers walLed to see the church about 2 miles distant. so far. I though [sic] it not prudent to walk This church is larger, is in a conspicuous place & �presents a very good appearance. rising ground The settlement - church on & mountaiLs in the rear give the place sc~ewhat the appearance of Lahaina - At least I was reminded of that place. The mountains are high have somewhat of 8. & rise near the shore - they barren appearance. - The country is frui t-. ful but the farms are all at a distance - I did not see the . smallest patCh of cultivation. The passengers who visited the church reported a garden tC.ere & grounds on Itlhich much labor has bien bestowed - they spoke of vine~ 11J, peach trees & flm.. ers in blooIll & fountains of water - They had not permission . to enter the church. bare of at t~e The prisoners frc,"rr tl-:e Barque are tab-en ~issicn. In the afternoon I called upon Yr. Elwell. a~~pearance ~ of be ing poor &, he C oIT,plained much of poverty - said he had suffered many losses - He has three sons daughter. He had the ·1 did not see any of them. &: cne The eldest a sar. about 11 years of age is at one of the :rr..issicns ,:..]"i th a priest \'Tho wish [sic] send hirr to Mexico to educate for a priest. Tcwards evenir.g we had a sprinklir.g of rain & after turned tc the vessel except t!;r. Farnham. ashore before noon SUE ~iss set we all re- Tr;arren went & took up her abode with her father who has rented a small room. HOH he will provide for her I do not knovr. If she were a person of senSibility her heart would break. alas for her, she has no sensibility Saturday, Yay ~1~4o. But & I fear no character. All the paEsengers have gone ashore. I stopped because I find myself more agreeably situated on board than I shculd be on shore, unless I could walk about. - �-10- I felt the effects of my walk yesterday & my lungs do not ad- mit of much conversation tho. I talked considerable yesterday. 'The eaptain & three of the passengers returned in the evening. Sabbath 3rd. I placed a blister on my side last night and I was rendered considerably uncomfortable by the application. The Captain, mate & passengers went on shore, and Mr. Elwell with his eldest sor:. came off and staid till afternoon ~c took dinner. I shou.ld hav::: been bett'3r pleased to hays had the visit occur on seme, oth.er day. I endeavored .to direct the conversa- tion as much as possible to subjects having a bearing on religion. He was obliged tc submit to Catholic forms in order to get married and thin}:::? it ne ce ssary ir.. oreer t c' keep ir vTi th the priests to attenc on the worship he is not requirec to partake of the sacraffient though they would be glad to have hiIE do so as well as fore igners ir.. general VJho ha·;: married v-Ji ve shere. His account of the morals of tte priests was not at all to their credit. They are most c·f tl:.em h n:oral :rr:.en. T'ney rr:.ake cut to keep one anc·ther in countence by mutual confessions & a thing very ccnvenient for them tioned one priest 'flhose cond~lct & very easily done. absolut~onsJ He men- had been shamefully dissolute. - Even the good Mr. Bachelot as his eulogizers Tdculd tern him, was by Mr. Elwells account cf him nc better than tr·,e rest. The illness with which he was affected when he arrived at Oahu was' occasioned by his habits whict-:: it wuld b- a sharr.e to mention. He gives a very different account of the manner of Bache~ot & $ # short; being landed on the arrival of the Waverly which brought them from Oahu than is giver:. by ¥r. Jones.- �-11- There was a house on the beach HJ::ere they were landed, ·tho not ir~abited, and their remaining tGere during the night was en- tirely voluntary - there were also houses inhabited not very remote and houses at convenient distances all the way to Pueblo. As to 1>.Jild beasts there were none unless it might be the f'ox, there being no other wild animals in tee region the barking bf:~one of these might perhaps have been heard at .a distance. I learned a fact I had not previously heard in regard to Cap. Sumner & the Waverly. On her arrival here the ·natives on board reported having brought the two catholics from Oahu & lan~ed them at St. Pedro - Cap. S. was called before the authorities and it was through the representatic:c.s of Mr. E. that he was released ·~c allowed to go away with the vessel.- and this was by disguising the truth: for had the facts all been stated the vessel would have been seized. ~r. E. is very desircus that a good physician with a gooe supply of medicines should cc·:m.e and settle here. also a school IDa$ter he thinks both would gain patronage. But they must have nothing to do publicly with the subject of religion. Very little effcrt is made in the Trlay of instructing the rising generation. The priests regard the teaching of the Catechism of the church about all that is necessary. There are some women1s school, for teaching the alphabet; but littl~ advance is made in knowledge by any of the rising generation. The son of Hr. E. appears to be a bright boy and he is very pleasing in his appearance. I gave him a Spanish Testament, which he is able to read fluently - I· said to his father You must not let him become a Cahholic. He said he had a strong de sire to get him av-ray where he may gain a knowledge of' the �-12- Eng. h language. Eonday May 4th 1840. The Boliver came in sight yesterday and a boat having Mr. Thompson cn board came in here ~. The Captain of our vessel remained on shore. - From one of the passengers, who returned on board .last evening, I learn that yesterday was a day of sport & amusement-that is - after the service in the churct. was closed,. and that was at an early hour. A man by the narr-e of Smith came off to enquire for a Spanish Bible - I gave him a Testament. I cculd have given away a cons;i.derable nUJTiber of Bibles, if I had had them. The Boliver C8.IP-e tc anc1::.or early in t~-ie after nOOll. Being r.:onthly Concert - I e:c.dea.versd tc pray for my brethren at t~e islands & for the missionary cause. Tuesday :;::'ay 5th 1840. The business for which we have been delayed being finished, we got under way about one olck & with a fine ljoresterly breeze set sail - our destination nOTtl being for It:azatlan. '.tIe were visited by several together wi th fir. Thorr.pson &; frem shore gentleIT~en Cap. Nye, 'fho left as t~ce sailors were heaving at the windlass - to take up the ar.chor. - Bread & cheese,wine and spirits were served and several songs sung by Hr. fiarshall & Johnson before the gentlemen left. Just at sun down we were abrest [sic} of two small islands the wind blowing very stroTIf, 'frem t:::e vJestvard - The boat came very near being carried from the quarter, in consequence of the block gettingleosed from its fastening by a lurch of the vessel bring [sic] the boat tc t~e surface of the waves. �-.15- Wednesday May £ 1840. The temperature of the atmosphere is o becoming more mild - the thermo. r stood at 50 this morning. The wind moderated in the night but the sea continues to be high. We were very much tossed during the night. island called st. Clement. We passed a small This was early in the day I did not see it. Our latitude at noon o 3i 46 1 • This is the day for the Gen. Long. 118 10. ~eeting o~ our mission to commence, . unless it has been thought expedient to dispense 't . wittt~the present year. The mission has often been in mind and I have endeavored to pray for its prosper.i ty. - This is the evening alse of our custor:lary weekly prayer meeting. I love to think of the bra & sisters as met togather [sic] for prayer. Thursday Yay 7.th 12040. A pleasant day and agreeable atmos- phere - all the sail set that can be made to take the wind progress from 6 to 7 / 29°00. Lat. §. Friday May knot an Hour, wind N •. W. ~ Long. 117 Ill. Pleasant with all sail set-going pretty much before the Ttiind Ther. noon 6J+<l. 26° 55 1 • Lat our Saturday 9th <> Long. 115 1Jien on board 16. e~ployed in setting up main shrougs- pleasat [sicJ all sail set as yesterday_ Ther. 66':> <> Lat. 25 05 1 Long. 114" 02. Sabbath lOth. A pleasant a very still day all sail set and making good progress ~ Ther. 70. () Lat. 23 16 t Monday ll·th. 1:> Long. 112 31 • The continent in sight near cape St. Lucas - high land not very near - ",Te have been becalmed most of the day �~I4- a 78 Ther. clothes. - Found it necessary to take off some of my thick W:'!.r:u is more agreeable to me than cold weather. 'The evening was very pleasant. about nine otclock. I went on deck at The breeze was slight - hardly strong enough to fill the sails - and the sea as smooth as the harbor so that walking the deck seemed like walking the house floor. _ ~~e passengers had been cabin. a~using themselves with cards in the My mind felt uneasy from 'the impressions it had of the folly of wasting the time in s'J.ch. :amusement, -and gladly wOllld I have gone into the cabin and said, nMy friends, I &11 solemnly impressed with the sense of the value of time and the sin & folly of wasti::1g o'J.r precious moments in pursui ts that cannot profi t. T1 But I was certain that to do this wC'J.ld haile been received very ill: for they already kneH my opinion on the subject and cc.cld not but kncw that I disapproved card playing. The game was finished }Jl,ile I 1vas on deck 8.....""1d the young gentlemen came up_ I t~-Jo of joined with cne of them in walking back :'3:. forward and endeavored to direct the COI:versation to mcral subjects - He very soon told me he was a Unitarian that he considered himself a christian - ahd tryed to enjoy himself in this world. I said we ought to enjoy ourselves in this world as to be prepared to come. him, enjo~.· ourselves in the world to The su.bject I perceived was a very unpleasfu'"1t one to & he very soon turned off to the other side of the vessel where his co~panion stood, and I was at liberty to occupy my thoughts to my-self & pursue my m·m thoughts and of these I had many. 0 how the natural heart hates every tl:.inS that abridges its Joys. �Soon after I hac gone below the company on deck began to amuse themselves by firing china crackers: this they did for seme' time. - I do, not suppose it 'Has done to disturb me J tho. it had this effect. Tuesday May 12 1840. I arose about 5 olck & went on deck - a cor..siderable extent of land in sight - Cape St. Lucas p~rhaps .ten miles off - Almost entirely calm &; ne sea. - Skip jacks [I,.C. has inserted the werds alb~rere & bene,!;or above the HOre skip jack] sight that jumping in various directions - this was a plea~ed the nati.ve at tee heler} whc (irecting my attention tc them said ia maole ahe aku above the word ahe J. [L. C· inserts the word - Shoals of very little fist. s1dn:ming around. Ore of our passengers is rather disposec to be impatient - tho. he e:r:deavors to be quiet. The sea is net agree- 8.ble to hlrr: s.nd he is anxio''':s to be or: his way - Dull p.rospect snid he (at breal~fast) 'de. l:av::: before us. - :rIe have s8.id I prospects befo~e us - the land net far off - the sun shining pleas- 8ntly around ard the sea still uncerneath us. - It is better to be in our ?resent circuI1stances that [sic] I'Jri thIng in a typhoon. -"'.2 J ae. ~ie have the lano. slee-ping in the horizor.. The ocean laying quietly as if asleep undeJ:' neath us: the Sl.m looking o·J.t brightly from his chariot in the sky - the atmosphere is dusky around and tl-1e ,;-Jinc.s :,-rai tine; his bidding to bl m'1 " who makes the clouds his chariot" who rides upon the storm J treads upon the waves of the sea and makes it sleep at his will. Shall we· not be quiet & wait patiently for his Hord tc proceed on our way. �-16- This has been the warmest day we have had since we left. a Ther 80. sight all day_ The wind has been very moderate - Land in At sun down the land fOfilling the extremity of Lower California was very distinct and the outline beautifully difined [sic] - consisting ofprominenc~'S projections, points summits & depressions of considerable extent M taking in the two sides of the cape. - Our distance from the nearest land is probably 35 ~ miles perhaps more. Wednesday JvJay 13th 1840. I arose before sun ris e - and caught the fir.~t sight of the lumina:ry of day as the first rays of this light were emitted above his watery hed.- The wind was rather unfavorable in the early part of the day, but in the afternoon it hauled so that we were able to make our course. The western shores of the continent bordering on the Gulf have made their appearance rising far off misty in the blue distance - The land is high &: is seen indistinctly. Tller. 82°_ By exposinC the face of the there to the direct rays of I:) the sun lying upon the rail the mercury rose to 110. This evening fire is visible on one of the mou.nta.ins ltlhich w"ere in sight thi s afternoon - Some or:. board s poke of it as a volcano. I only consider it a b~ing in the forrest[sicJ. "7hursday ~ay 14th. Arose at 5 olck expecting to find our- selves close in with Mazatlan, instead of that we were apparently 30 miles from the nearest land and ~robably 35 to 40 miles north west of the port. Part of the day we have been becalmed - In the afternc.on a breeze sprung up & we have made good progress - so that at sun dCTtln our port is in sight perhaps 8 miles distant - Several barren islands lie in front of t'::1e shore �-17- in the direction of rlaza tlan • We passed about 1 "0 t ck a bark distant 5 or 6 miles in- shore of us bound up the coast. Say about 9 olck in the evening a boaD came of [sic] from shore frow a mercantile house under the impression that is our Earque was the Montezuma Hhich was expected from Liverpool. Were informed that the U.S. Sloop of :':ar St. Louis sai1ied 15 days ago for Monterrey in consequence of the information given 'by Kr. Jones respecting the a?::rehens'i'on of Am. cit,izens in California. Mr. Jehnson 2c l~r. Farnha."TI. teok passage by return of hoat, which s topped but a shert ti:"e, as we IT.ust be at least 8 miles distant from the port t--==L - They got to shore aboIJ,t 12 olck. Friday May 15th.184o. :He were considerably farther from the shcr-e this morning than we "\vere last even_ng - So that it "Tas' one 0 1 ck P. l~ .. before we arri vee at t"':e anchorage; which behTeen ~ two barren islands, upon one of 'Ttlhich t':'e Griffor: Has cast away, the ledge upon which· s~e str~ck was pointed out by the pllot who came off to us TtI:1.ile we were sOlTe dista:r:ce c'ut a beat CaIl'e eff froY', the Custen:. nouse with c,ne efficer, to make er:G'.liries & to inspect papers of lading -f.:§1 & passengers. After thi s left, another boat car.'e along side and anott.er officer boarded us. As soon as tbe busir:ess rela.tive to the CustOIG house had been attended to the Cap. & Supercargo and all the passengers set out for the shere - from which we \,Jere distant �-18- about seven eights of a mile. We landed on a sand beach and walked to the establishment of Messr. Parrott Scarborough Co Fo [?] i'fr. Parrott who is the U. S. Consul I had a letter of introduction from J:·;r. Brinsmade. different. ¥'..y receptic·n was rather in- Having brought the letters for the U. S. to be sent across the continent I presented them; several others of our company had letters to be forwarded. a corr~on The postage of size Fools Cap or letter sheet is 25 cents. Wilen there is any considerable quantity of letters or when there are packages they are 'received by 'Height. a little saving in paying by weight. 52 sheets a considerable many of There is generally I paid 12 dollars for t~:ese 'Here fools cap & one was folio, thus one dollar Has saved or: the Hhole number. I made inquiry for neHS - date~ to the 20th of Karch had been rec. d but nothing of very special intere'st was contained. iT. ;:;,-:::J l.f t'-p papers; - The subject cf the l-:orth eastern bOUYldary hac, not been settled. Cne of t:'e papers cor:tain- ed a full description of tbe cererony of t~e tueen Victor~as }::arriage to Eis Royal Highness rrir..ce f._bert [8icJ of Sat;. Coburs and Gotha [sic]. - The destructicn 1::;y fire of the Stea:Lli boat Lexin[ton at Stoningtor; 2.rc. loss of 140 or 150 lives cn the night of the 14 of Jany. H2.S a most d~stressing occurence. Nov. p~d 8. It was reported at Macao that the Chinese had stop- trade with all nations. The report) hCYJ'8i.'er, 'Has doubted. The Secy of War has reported in favor cf establishing a chain of IT-ilitary posts froIT. fort Levenworth cn the fronti8:'8 of civilization in the west to the Rocky }·:ount8.ins. American & Phila. Bib. Soc are united. �-19- The Cherokees are divided inte two parties the Ross & the Ridge parties and it is to be feared they will carry , it en with such animosity as that it 'dill result in civil war. I ran very hastily over the late papers but saw nothing· iI?- re18.tion to missicnary operations nor any thing of special interest except the above. At I sat. 4 a! ck dir.ner was brone;ht on ir,,- the roar: v-There I was invited to the table~ but asI tad dined at· , i . the usual hour I declinee., the ott.er passefugers &.the ·cat.tain sat dovm. After dinner a walk was prcpoaea. Hish to fatig:le myself I asked for accompany me separately. atte:c.ds.nt ':"l"ho might aD We walked through th.e principal street - at least - through the ~ost - None of .tl::.e hOi).ses are more thaT: rcm~s As I die not i~teresting hJO part of it stc!!'ies hiE0.; but the are·very lofty aLd those of twc stories are EhlCh hiEh- er than buila.i:cgs of t:-:i s clas sir. cur oTrn} lands. All ·the best houses are of recent erection and a:r,ur::cer are nm-v go. Tr,e place seerr.s to be ir a groT,l::'n.::. s fa te . ing: up. Pi.. church ne e.rly finished i s s i t:.i.ated at s crre di·st.e.nce fI'or- the mair.:. street. We walked to it the to"lom. & too~ a tUrn through that part of The house is not large - [it] ~s :rf:·ade of dobies & ·plastered ~.c has Cine entrance inte. the gaI~Ty· [siG] from the outi side. Avont 16, 000 dollars have alre ady "\JeeD <expBnd,ed upon the r . . edifice. It has. two guarc_iansair..ts the crnarr.ental work rising above the upon the surnmi t of this ((, in its cercter. very po.or - mere hovels M8.ny of the houses are I saw articles exposed for sal'ein open �- -20- stores - having no closed front - seeming to be shelTles out side of the houses sheltered by an open veranda. - Only a few· stores seemed at all decent. side hill - One part of the town is on a all the streets are very dusty running about - children naked women ragged & very dirty - hogs & half naked many of the men & & dirty in appearance not better than the natives of the Sand. Islds. I sat-l one child entirely nalced. A si.ngu- lar method they have of transporting water contained in a small . barr·el v.Thich they pull along the grol.lnd by means of a rope attached to an.iron pintle or knob in each head: to.each and of the rope is attached a piece of lether [sic] or something else who passes over the pin which turns in the loop as the Derson pulls upon the rope, and thus drags the. barrel after . . ~ him rolling along. "Ken carr:; he·avy burdens on their neck &; shoulders - men & women ca:!:TJ sr.:all burdens on the tops of tt.eir heads - indeed SOioe of thew are considerable burdens. Dor~(eys &; mules carry burdens saw many of tberr. harnessed and driven along with their loads by half naked Tne. laborers are not slaves. & ragged men. - I saw no fine ladies) (but pas- sing a house I heard the sound of a piano. -) Long hOUS3S of one story enclosing a court plastered, having flat roofs the water carried off by a tu.be projecting some distance from the side of the building - the roof guarded by a battlement. ance. Some of the fronts presented a geod appear- After returning I was invited by Mr. Scarborough to as- cend to the top of his hO'.1.se which I did and had a pretty fair prospect of the settlement. I was pointed to two theatres - these were indifferent in t:·oe ir appearance. covered. wi tb thatch. �, -21- I had previously seen the place for bull bating surrounded by pallisades [sic].- The Church was pointed to and it was remarked·that it was built by subscription Messrs. P. S. Co. had paid 2,000 towards its erection & this they might as well do as pay $2,500 for a ball in the theatre which I was informed was the fact. I enquired whether the protestants would be allowed to have a chaplain - No. they will not let us pray in our houses 1 I thi~{ they have never yet tryed it. not speak well of the Catholic religion. seem to .havemuch to do ,'1"i th it - I ~ lie did Says only the women shQ':<.ld judge from t~'1e fact of there being but one comparatively small church for 7)000 inhabitfu~ts at which the pcpulation of the place is estimated that there is not religion. ation. muc~ attention even to the. ceremonies of The co:mtry can never prosper until there is 'toler- No great use for Bibles - none for Testaments - no ·schools unles s female school for teaching young children. mis place is very different in one respect from California. - there almost every mfu~ is seen mounted das:ling alonG or sitting on hi s horse Triai ting for busine s s or a COlli- p ani on, here I scarcely Sali'l a man TIlo.m ter5.• The town stands upon a peninsula fcrmed by hlO creeks; one on the east side is several miles in extent. wilen the tide is very high the waters of the bro creeks me·:=;t so as to surround the place entirely. Several hills rise on the peninsula part of the tOHn is upon the side of one cf them. The whole face C5~~.:! of the co;.mtry which in very;\ direction is uneven Hith hills is exceedingly dry and wears a scorched appearance. It is now the dry season - The rainy season till November. corr~ences in J~ly and ccntinues It is during the rainy seasons that the gales �-22- occur: the-se are generally in September. Just before tte rains commence thousands of small crabs are seen m,aking their way from the beach iriland. No sooner do the __ -rains set in '---" than the surface of the earth is covered with verdure. The very first shower materially alters the face of nature. Mr. Parrott remarked to me that he should be happy to offer me accorcmodations on shore~, but they were full. should be happy to entertain me at his table any time~ He His table being that of the Company. - I thank him for his profers of attention and told him that it would be my choice to lodge on board the vessel. I had come on shore without m:r cloak ~lDC_ when we were ready tc go off Mr. Scarborough very ,kindly offered me his~ which I accepted as there had been some change of the atmosphere since noon. - We did not find our boat cn the beach where "ve landed, but at tlle Custom heuse pier w'cich we discovered by following t~e beach along ski~ted witt low houses which reminded me of the part of Honcl'J.l-.,- situated. S. east of the fort. Saturd.§.:T l"ay 16th 1240. After breakfast went or_ shore and HaHted to the Consulate - found they had not taken breakfast 10 olck being their hour~ and 4 olck for cUnner. vited to sit down with them~ but declined. He were in- I walked abroad into the settlement and looked at some parts of the town which I did not see yesterday_ it [sic] was the poorer part of the tovm J houses much like those at the Sand. Islds - dobie covered with grass: passed a shoe makers shop - several hands employed at their work - passed a tailors ship also - a �-2}- hatters establishment and a number of thing on a low scale. h~xters. shops - every Stick fences - mucr. like the Sand Islds.- was barked at by dogs - very uncivil - might have been bitten and no one wId. have said, come away. When I returned to the store :t four.d seme of the ships company had.broc;.ght casks ashore to fill with water - & they were doing it from a well in the areB. - the. well is rather shallow and the water somewhat brackish - ,3c as it was dipped wi tr. a pail was quite muddy.- The gentlemen who car.~e pas sengers wi th 'a vie1v to cross the continent have betm advised to take passage for St. BIas ~J in the Schooner Honduras to sail to expenses of t'r,.eir Journey across the continent are night. likel] to excesd their eX.1ectations. cost '$500 each. It is thought it will Their pa.sage to St. BIas will be $25 each. T!J.ey went off iii the boat at the sarr:e tirr,e ,vith myself in ord.er t9 get their baggage & transfer it to the Schooner, having ob- tained a germit so tc do fro:tr rough goin~ t~-:.e C;J.scom Feus.:::. It "Has Quite off, the vlind being pretty brisk from the sea. It is at times very rOtlgh at this place particularly so where there is an opening between one of the islands. having packed their baggage The passengers & it having been stowed in the boat - they teok tbeir leave, it was with somewhat melancholly [sic] feelings I parted with them, they also were not in the best of ~ spirits .- having a long somewhat dangerous & expensive journey before them. This afternoon the Bark Hontezurna arrived 6 mo. from Liverpool The Honduras sailed in the night, Er. StoJ::es our mate went on board & assisted getting her out. �-24- Sabbath May 17th 1840. All hands were employed this morning stowing a1.;ray water & wood which came on board last evening so late that it could only be put on deck.- the long boat having been displaced and the hatches thrown open~ it was regarded by the ships COmpfu'"ly a necessary duty to do the work. It is pain- ful to observe how little principle is exhibited in regard to the· observance of the Sabbath. After the work had been com- pleted it was very quiet on board. I found it pleasant in my stateroom to be alone & read & spend my time in duties approp·riate to the day. l'Ir. Allen first officer of the T:~ontezuma took dinner, having come on board tc mill<::e a call upon Mr • .Stokes, our first officer, [-.f r . Stokes returned the compli- ment in the evening going On coard by invitation to tea. Monda~ May 13. The Captain ca~e off sometime last night attended by a gentleman. stranger on board. I aHoke~c perceived there was a About 2 at c1.:: A.· E. he left - and after- wards it was quiet. After breakfast ·1 took passage wi th the first mate, specie. 1-T~O o~ shore iL the boat ".;ras sent in to get a quant.i t;'T of Themail arrived yesterday & I hoped to hear sc~e news; but I learned that papers only one day later that is 21st March had been reed. and this contained nothing of interest. A letter for Cap. stets on at t'· e Islands came by this mail. \'le found the gentlemen .at breakfast. to the shore on the ~Jest side of the town. I took a walk ~ passing through a street of some pretty good houses all of one storylofty indeed for one story buildings. I pased [sic] the front of several of them the longest was ·45 steps others were from 28 to 35 abo:lt; 75 ft. - paces. - All these buildings have a �-25- court - a holloH square - being surrounded \,)"i th buildings on all sides - I did not notice that the windows were glazed _ there were iron gratings - the rooms had a cool appearace [sic] - The occupants I sholud thi~~: are voluptuous. I walked along the beach the surff [sic] beating heavily upon it - It resembled some place I have seen at Waial~a. Blllusing themselves in the surff. ano. shell on the beach., some conversation l'li tt Three persons were I picked up a fe"'7 scallop then walked back to the Consulate. l:r. Scarborough. Had He spoke in terms the most derogatory of the people - sluggish, deceitful, knavish, villanous [sicl., a miserable set of scour:crels - rascp,ls~ vagabonds. I never heard such 11 strinr:; of epithets emplcyed to set o=f the baseness of any people as he mace use of in speaking of the Yexicans. - I made sorre enquiry about t1:e amusements of the· Sabbath - He remarked t1:ey had a bull bate yesterday and cock2- [s,c..J I fighting theatre in the evening:i' processicns are e~hibited here. I did not learn ttat religicus The men he says have very little tc de with religicn - It wculd take but very little to make them all infidels - .the priest accordinc te· his account ar~ very little respected, but considerably feared from sti tious views. The l'lomen are more devoted. super~ The Priests hold an absolute spiritual domination not ....ri thst2.no.ing the incif'f'erence of the rren to ceremonies &c. - this indifference probably applies to tte people on the coast where foreigners are. The people in the interior and the Capital must be very much devoted to the forms. The Churches are irr.mensely rich in gold, silver & pre- cious stones. It wo!~d be the best thing in the world, he re- mB.rked, should the people rise, seize upon the ric'bes hoarded in th �Insert }iay [Copied from separate sheet fcund in minute boold 18 During the forenoon before I left Mazatlan ,as I sat in the avenue of the consulate fronting one oftt.ei streets. dOT'.Jdes were seen passing and repassing al tiernately Hi th leads or dobies & wi thout • a lad led ~he theIi1~ I noticed a stir way completely covered with setting as close as his skin - semething ed for his race - dancing boys :rr.eri & women i_ ~ tight garment l~ke features paint- & skipping forward & back ward & ,. I rrom one side to tl":.e other - follow::d by f:i!veer six fe:r.:ales gailey dressed en horseback. amusement to the crowd which The.sight Was s.e~med soon past; on horse back fantastically dressed ~.Jere to arford The p~rsons wnat I teak to be circus riders. , .Another sight tr.ree horses in a range tt.e oridle of the last fastened to the tail of the middle one. �churches & scatter the priesthood. There is consumed in F azatlan & vicinity about 6000 gslls. arguidenta annually. [sic] this is ia king of brandy excessively strong. Maize is the people - the soil is very rich principa~ food of the COlT'.illlon & productivci - but the .mines are the principal object of attention lsic) . It is said there are no i springs in th.e country ~ '!:he Hater 1v-hich is obtained at ¥.azatlan i.§ froJ wells sunk belO1,J i· the level of t:.e sea; the water freshened by filtration is . somewhat brackish. The Consul f.'r Parrott was cordial i in :':is partir:g salutations &: apologized for not payins Fe :lliore att'entlcn reassurin~ farring to their being full of business - me that he should be happy to do rre a service and snoili.ld I ever come again to value on his attentions. IDe Both he & Ii!:r. Scarborough gave i. a hearty shake with the hand and I bid all fare,v-ell f!.,~ t}:-~e gentlemen walked to the boat with Cat?- Paty & M. Johnson, and took our departure - Mr. J. calling at; tr-.e CustOF ho;!.se, as Tt{e made that in ~ 'lr way ·in gcinr out.' At about 1/4 past 3 old:: we got u.nder way with a geod breeze: . j: p::,oceeded to sea. I felt thankflll that tl:e Lord had; preserved'us ·~from all danger & Has allowing us to direct C1.:"lr! cO·J.rse tov-rards home again. Tue·sd.§L May 1:.2. 1840. Passed three islantls jl.J-st b.efo.re day . light lying off St. BIas. Hhen tr:e Sl.m arbse one at: t1'!em lay i due E. perhaps 20 miles distant. - T~Jehad night from the West. -Lat. at no' on,. -- '21 16 1 ar' good' l:n,'eeze all L cng. b ' 107 1 caro. c �-271f Jedne sd~ May 20. ",Ie have nOT~T pas sed to the South of the Sun - We do not IT.alce much advance to the westward. Lat. 1P 50 Lcng 108t> 53 1 • ~nursda7 21 Lat. 16°50. Long. 110~ 04 1 • .D Pleasant 0 Friday 22 Lat. 19 27' Long. III 20 - Pleasant. Saturday 23 s u Lat. 14 57!. Long. 113 15 :?leasant Sailors at \'wrk on tbe rigging. Hind N. ~-.f. Set last evening studding sails. course 1t!. S. Sabbath ~.(ay 2l..!.th 1.340 .'1. & Id. The men ca'.lght a perpoise this rr:orning. Some of the flesh was cooked for diro...ner & seme 1<laS bro .l.ght on for supper but I did not aat any of it. ~'lent into the forecastle and talked with some of the saflors - Talked also with one of the Sandwich-islanders of l-lhi.ch there are six on board - One of then: is Ste·.\.'ard & one a cabin boy Lent a volur!1.e of Tracts to the l1ate. Lat. 1437'. Long. by chro. 115.115 by obs. 115°04 t l![onday 25th. Talked with the cook on the fanity,· having heard h'cffi s~lb j ect of hi s pro- on SatiJ.rday utter a horrid oath. seemed to feel reproved and hu.,.YJ.;; down his head. not help swearing sometimes. third cOlT~andment a Lat. 14 Tuesday 26. • He S.aid he could I told him hem.ust 1earn the •. 39 1 0 Long 117 50! Our breeze for two or three days past has been pretty brisk. Lat. 14° 39 D - Lone;. 121 05 t Entered into Gonversation with the Captain and continued it for more than an hour endeavoring to rr:.ake religion the prominent subject. o A pretty he~vy Ewell from N. Lat. 14 �~ 38 1 • 124. Long. Pleasant. Pleasant with a brisk breeze from N. N. E. Thursday 28 Have sailed 188 miles during the last 24 hours. Have an Ull- comfortable sensation in my side, and I think there was a very n small particle of blood in something I raise.d this morA-ng from my lungs. Took 15 drops of digitalis this afternoon. . o. . 0 G Lat. 15 01. Long. by chro. 127 15 t A brisk N. N. E. wind our Friday~. allowing for variation aoout VJ by N. Dri t. Ther. co~rse 77. by compass west o Lat. 15°37ILong. 130 46 1 • [? J 206. Ther 79 I feel sorr.elvhat better than I did yesterday. Saturday 2Q. 'tIe were last nisht in the latitude & longitude of islands laid down or.. the chart & the Cap. altered his COlJ.rse a little abo'J.t 1 O! ck A. }1 • it' became squally and j,. t was suppoS.3d He \<lere in t:'1e r:eighbor:"lood of land. Some sail was taken in a!1d the vessel P'J.t upon her other tack with a view to. stand off and on till morning & then to look for land; but as the weather began to have an unfavorable appearance <:) vessel was put on her course again. Lat. 15 40 1 the 0 long. 133 40- 170 dis. Sabbath }~ay 31st 1240. about 3 0 1 cloc1.;: this It is supposed mcrr:ing~ 1-1e past ar~ot1::er island as tr,e vessel must have been in nearly the la ti tude and longitude of one laid do\-in upon t;:-,e chart. There is hCTtl8Ver a d.ifference of opinion in regard to the existence of islands i~ this region - Five are said to exist in the track we have been pursuing the last 48 hours. The }V~issicnary Packet, Yr. Brinsmade fell in ~dt~J. ene in long. t1 about 133 & lat. sorrewhere abc·:.lt 17°- but it has been sincescug~t for, but not found. I think there is good reason to believe �-29- that there is fu~ island or islands in tQis neighbcrhood~ we had change of weather and squally there~abouts. ~ as The land is probably low. iNe have had 2. S(cc.1 br'eeze to day. I have felt tol- erably corefortable in mind; but an uncomfortab16 sensation in m~ide. - .A few fel{ [sic] days ago I held a pretty Ions con- versaticn with Cap. Paty and since then I have not felt so well as I die before. I use my voice but a very little and I hardlY knm;r how much strength of lunss I posses~. I think .hm"ever t: ere is not uniformity ir: the state of r.:.y lungs·: Sometimes I attemp [sic] to sing and find myself l:nable agair: I find myself able to si::.g a little. I:J La:. 1~42' .lcngitude 137 Our position at noon. 55 . distance 220 miles. ¥CDeay June 1st 1840. The breeze contirlues to blow briskly and we are mal:ing' good pr06re s s have sailed 220 IT ile s the last 24 hO'.'a-s. shc... we cor:tinue to advance at this r2.te arrive at HOl"'olc.lu OD Saturday. horole this week as I su~:pose 'iTe shall I ·shoulc. be very glad to reach next Sabbath will be comnunion at , ,0 0 & I should w!sh to be present. - Lat. Ie 07 1 Long. 141 Honolulu ~ Y:OD. Con. . ~ve are about 16 long; ::2:ast fro::: ~ic:ncli;,l\;., ly our time iS,l hour ane 4 min. consequent- in advance of the t~e there. The families will assemble as usual to observe the cor:cert. I observe the season in my state room. "d & the 72-Ps. Read 9th Chap. Damiel TlEis name shall end';.re forever: be continued as long as the sun: his narr'.e shall and m.en shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him blessed. the time when the name of Jesus shall be tI - The Lord hasten kncT:JI~ in all the �-30- earth; for not till then will the nations be blessed i~ him. Tuesday June 2 1840 - We continue to pass with speed through the water. I have watched the waves some, and the sight has given me pleasure. The 31':"el1 is considerably heavy and the regularity is some broken by the wind which raises a surge which often breaks in white foam. Our speed brought to my mi:c.d a passage of· Scripture nSwift ships - So life is passing aT/lay like the svlift ships. - l;[e are advancir:.g towards. our port Soon if spared we shall reach it. j Soon too we shall reach our fin.al port. Lat. 17°08 r Hednesday 3rd. 1840 Long. 145'024'. dist2.D.ce 223 miles. The speed at which we passed through the water last night had a se:c.sible effect upc:c. my feeli:c.gs. it [sic] produced an agitatio:c. in my side ~-J'hich was some vJhe.t unpleasant. 1fTe went at the rate of 10 miles an hour - perhaps sorr:e of the tir:r:.e at more t:t.an that. <> Lat. 18 13 1 - Long. 149°21 1 • dist. 239 miles. Tlwrsday June 4th. \'Je are gettin.g sorr.,e-';·Jhat under tl:e in- fluence of the land - Have had t:t.e Heathe-;:- squally~ not feirce [sic] squally but clouds & rain occasionally t~e reg~ler trade has subsided &: the· w::"nd has been moder8.te most of the after ~ part of the day. Lat. 19 38 0 Long. 152 29 1 • dist. 202 miles. At night a large mas s of illuminated clouds indicated t'ce direction of lia-r."raii, the light reflected on the clouds proceeded from the volcano. &: 90 miles distant from Friday June 5th 1840. ed during the night. The mate thin.l::s we are between 80 t~e island. The light of the volcano was exhibit- In the morning we were probably off Hila, though the thickness of the atmosphere did not ad.r.lit �-3l- of our seeing the shore. We had a sight of the top of Maunakea once, but the captain judging by the b~aring of the light proceedir.:g from the volcano the position of Hauna loa mistook what he saw for the high land of Maui. As we proceeded and Kohala points became visible we were corre:cted as to our the [sic] mistake &: [-l~-] our true posi ti,on. We passed Kohala point about noon and at 1 o'clock the clouds ove~ Maui dispersed so as to present the high land cf that isliand. "\rIe passed . ./ rapidly through the channel &: at fOllr oclOick were' off Kahoolawe J about 5 ock had passed' all but the western: point 3c had opened the west part of Maui. Ttle SELme [sic] the chapel at Lahaina11J.na At dark the prominent bluff of La.i'1,ai: bore about N.N'."W. - Cur fresh breeze died a-v.ray about qark & beicarne light. Hope i 1-1e may be orf Honolulu at Sunrise. If it-7e aJ:'e not J how.ever, I desire to be patient. [~;- ~'-'ri tten in the margin 'of the final paragraph is the phrase nbecame 'acquainted ·wi-tbt!. L. C. rray have tntended to insert this after the wordB Tlmistal-:e &1' to read, . 11 • • • 1-fe Here corrected" as to our the [sic] mistake 3:: became acquq:ir-ted v-rith our true positionTl. See asterisk above~J END OF INS~RT No.7 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/a2aafe4c1c456ec23dc5fef0fb5a256f.pdf cbbdcbfa920cb40930b462cbac808244 PDF Text Text INSERT No.8 THIS IS A REPRODUCTION OF AN UNpUBliSHED MANUSCRIPT FOR REfERENCE AND STUDY ONl \ BE REPRODUC,O IN ANY Minutes of a journey to Ewa Waialua, Kaneohe & arou~~ TO UT 1 184fo WRmE~ ?[:-:I\~;,:::::'~l the East end of the island (Oahu], Jan.26-Feb. , -THE COPYR1C:lT 0' .: ;:: Jan. 26, 1841. At about 12 o'ck A.M. my mule being saddled I set out on a journey around the island. After an adieu to my family & seating myself on a large bear skin thrown over a large wood frame of a saddle with spurr [sic] upon my heel, I started directing my course by the back road which passes by Mr. Smithts meeting house. Trotting some, galloping, and walking I reached the bridge extending cross the estuary just beyond Mr. Smith's meeting house. Here my stupid animal showed a purpose at variance. with mine and refused to proceed. He turned short to the left. I pulled his head round and got him pointed anew to the bridge and to show him I was in earnest put the spurr [sic] to his side which made him start forward a little, but the fear of something which his assish mind had·conjured up as being in the way inspired him anew with the Spirit of opposition, and he run [sic] astern a little & then thrust his head round in an opposite way from the course. Urged by bit & spur he was by his rider faced round again. A native standing by perceiving that the dispute was not likely to end soon kindly offered to interpose & lend a friendly hand. The interposition was acceptable and taking the reins of the bridle, the animal was led over the danger & I proceeded. Pretty soon I was overtaken by two men on horseback, and they passed by, I not being inclined to keep company fell behind. Desc ending the pali at Moana.lua, my saddle came as near slipping over the horses head as the girth would admit. I was obliged to �2 dismount and when I he,d .;ot to til.e foot of tl'.e steE:lJ c.nc:. hsel ~rossed a sm2-ll str:e2.L1 tha.t le.vea.. its base, I Ed.justed the a~d ssddle mounted 2.gsin . .-' . - rShJ I passed threw the district of 1:oanalue., . :-, -' , ',; ,- t\ ' . " '- - - - over- &; ta.ken by ITalmu',before I had ree-ciled tll€ high ... - .. . - ..... - . region of Salt la1:e . -. - .. -- 'It VIas Providential. tl12.t I \'[.s ov~~t~.en) .. -"'. -- [sc'cJ pretty soonbe;;;n to rsin 2l'ld the cloke' Ij;hic}l I go,t from 'J.. for lv him ~c.s -A- pretty effectu.:'_l in sllaltering L:le IT-Om. t:;::e r,-_ii1 TI-:.ich .-." , .. ~'''':':.'' ,for'a little while fell C,Olliously, 8lQ y,ould hc::.ve t:-:oroushly , [SIC} clo::.ce. t\ ' "J..1. I ascen d eo. vLLe ,., C:.l"ic: \,:el1t- .{L~0Ll continued C::.Ilcl tlle ,l~~\J.le ~::::c:. SUC:1 L c,. little out of lJ.:> ppiri t of L~ee1::.l1es s UilclE::r t~·.i.e even under' tIle the 2:1.1iLlE,1 ,,\?TOllt; ,....,- c ,.c'1'-1 step Eight have ,:;iYell both tl.~e 1101'Se & llis ride:;:- <:11 pls&s2.nt berth, I rec:;,c;,18cl t:i(; 10v, L:,l'lG. '\-i tl:ou.t 6,ccLL'':;i'''",t ,"~ l.<.n'\.:;:' '~ tlli~; tine tile r,dn 11.(.(~ 8i_i.Jsic. . eCL y tl:CiJ.(;j:_ l;1.:"self ~ t __ l: ::'L:':._E.l :1nc:"a1' me v'ers still drip~in~. in the roc,d. One of t::'cL :pra:," to the Virgin 't,L£:: c. . CLtllolic. hES been as yet w~lere Cv Cc.".t~_olies K~:.r:.F. At f'lc.li' past 4 otck I c',rl-,ived 2.t his SUcSe.r Dill Ec. clenic:G. t::"i: t tl~e I1c~tives re::'e bill 0;:'-' e::peilse 2.11Cl s.~r. :BiS}10p'S. I visited . A ,:;rinc.il1':; CC:.1l6. T~;,e 1':ill is likel:- to oe so. I looked �-~~-- . .-~'.:" - .:=-' 3 2. t t~1.e The whole 2,0. t~ cc~ttle herd. l~E::;:d. . t~:..e has look well. consists of f,oout 50 hez.a old. of them belon6 to otner~.: le,r.;est. :part of ~enera1 in :herd. I 81.:"1 8:; up~srds. young. of Part .. inc~i?_e?-_ to think t~~~;,.:t_~i~ ~~~~ the J3esiG.f;s t herd he has c.. 12,rge floc}: of goats. I visited his Su&c~r mill, which goes bywster, they "\;ere grinding cane. -There C.:re two kettles \iel1 set, &; 'in gooe.. oTderfor boililli;'" TI:e '~;:tl.ole concern co st aboi..lt 800 do11us. It is h2.1f the propert3' of Ke1.l:1.Waoa,- He lISE not made tile businesE of· sU5ar Lal~in6 8,:nu. ~~e wishes to sell &"'ld llf'.E of'f' ered it for $400. Hot· eeen 2.ble to c:is:;?ose of it, 1.1e not ~~c.lf o~· of W~lat is :l.Jl'ocluced, (.; t~lis h2~f for t~l.t; t~:e liC'.S beL:~ profi t2"ble As he h2.s ul1d.ertc:l::en to. slC)erinter..c. -, c~0...L &1l~ . . one to e to iet~·~ other he,lf goes to the mill. 1.li11 c..l1 e:..:::penses al~e 1)<:·,id for \'iOOQ, - Out griud.L.l§£ ;::. 7 th' 1,31::1 . ..;on8 i...1.:;J L.e i...': I.~o olc~u S~1.e c.lone. prett:;· soon pTovided ci.i:':1l18r. After di:i.lner 8:; greeted 100l::in6 round tile 8:.g· ::9:L'8r.. is8S I ~;al:::::ecl OTTer to ~·~r. Locke l s attended b~! 1'-r ..... _ • h' .!;J t-o j ~,~~' A son~ 6. . " �...... 4, wishing to en0 ross much attention. :.; ....::... .' ... . to·sCD.ooIs . .~ . ::;.;-.., .. - ,.. 1,IT. Locke ¥i.as· abselit, attell(i11.'; ~.' _'.' .. ff"--;... _' .: .. ' ..•.• " ·.:·":::.:~I:·"itOaIked· to look at the :plantation. He has· 'about I.s: acr·GS of . ~ :;:~~~?:.:~~:~~.:~.:~ . . _. - Tl1e~r beans. Sone of -t4eill are in blooill J ,-.... _..... -.. in gene'ral look well. ."..'.';- anci.).n some p'grts the bean is he.If growli. , parts the .. -In - .. SODe .. _.. . ,..;... " bean' is onIi- fairly. leaved ollt.He hopes to havec{.~. crop of· from • ..' • ~ ..... !.. ::; • • o· _ _ • • • -'- .;:-' . •_ _ .• • _. _ .t _ ... ' .:.,~. , .:'. ' 30 to :-50 "barrels. '. In the cou,rse of the aft"ernooiiW~'. L. ,<returned. J '~o9k tea .... c:; spent the Hight! "being qui te tir~,~ I' found t~le beel Y ref±eshin • <::> to me. .! ~ilursday Jan. 28, 13(1. A001.i.t noon a Ll8l villo hc:.d. Deen sellt to lionolulu :cstu:rnecl al:G. I'v;us ,;re:-tified to receive 2. letter :i..'l'Oli"- I ;1iJalked to witness :_-:;.~. L. 1--1d·ls.L~-10-1Cl-c 1 L_ lJ.l....J.. 'J their 'ho~s U 0; 0'" J.~' his "00::'-8 at Y:or1: . ., .LO~e· O'O'--S J. V..I.J.· 0';" .1. .,11 oe'"l-;l·. C1.:--I-+ cJl. t v v 1'11." 6 "~i !..t.l;' , T~leJ: weeds and lev<:;llin; tl:'t; Iurl'ol;iS. .... In tlle E.fternool1 tl:6:; at"tel1d to I dined 0.. t T~l". o.esirous to Ei..l.81'S on IS. c·"'· r -~ .. OJ...I.V ,. =~&c:. l103pi t(... lit:.- l2.-:':or about 5 hOl-1X'S of ., sc~oo~ • SOU? L2.de E. ...L • .L lnS~rUC~lon. at' 1:'01";16. ~ too~, ret:'1.rl1eo. and. I s:Jent t:.:. c ,. g8.ve fue sQLe &.c::;t. of i:.is visi t up Koolau. , . Tilll1';S C.I'e Je tL-.L -iJll~..s ~o. be 0 I 111 i a b e • .1 cter disllosed to return, a..'1.Q SODe 2.l"e inclined. to ~100ik8,1l:16~hou. �............. ~ .:=:::!. - 5 Friday J81. ZSJ 1341. I y;ent Vii tIl EI'. :J.:lerson to 10-02:,,: [,to Tllree co<;vs hsve recently our herd of cettle. improved in ap?e&rance; but iIi i'e'-"aEd to • .' " . '•• .0 ~•• o~ • _:,.\. 0 lE.O • calv~d. s t of then - .. t~lere is " s t.ill -rOOLl for i:w.:':.JroVeI:.1ent ~ e:xj;lense. " .• J~Lr .' -:-.:-..-:-, . ' Our herd is 'likely to· be a Dill .. If besides his cllar6e for fel10es. .... ;.' us viII be about 2 dolls. :PI'. lilcek, ~6ainst . 0::· we L1ake·t~e herd su?port it- - .....;. -' . ~. self .lj;e shcJ.I -do ·yrell. lette.r for lIr~. C. to be se:nt Eoolsu and 17a.S 2.tten.d~.d. by l·:r. :3I::ierson TOrcC: I a hc:.lf· TItle I 0.:' LtJl'[;. "\,-ith plessi..U'e i.wst of t:le d8.?!but :1.' e,o·.c~!.ed the );11<:..0 <:; ,.,:18.:;: e I :pu:r:.;> a s ed. to sto:p for tl:..e lli...;>l.:.t. On or 12. He s~iC ~e ~ished to ret~rn. c::.oo::c :receive :":Jo i;..211Q E.. S I Se.. ±' UL'011 tIle llorse. oJ: tl18 ,..''- -- I 1J C>.;· Ef:.:~r ill ....; "tlllC e~' 6 to -C G :) CL t~l~ .. t o·oh=iYei'sb"tTCl1." -to &,G.dr e sse d :;...:~~ ~"'i3iL:t:£:.?CJ'''-'- 53W--<"""" hiD. c.ccordiIlGl:' 2..!.:c.1. acid to oUJ;llt' to im:prove t:le Ii ttle 'V-ias left to lJ2.'e2Ue for deE:.tll C::L_ .u. • f".s(~1I... :...> J'U'::lL..!;>'-"e--t 8.11.ci.. �6 Fran Laie I roue . YI2.S gone. all Be reac:;,1eci.. Eauu12.. X0i~oi, The teacfter I met hii'.l vd th others ,;oin6 to 'iTaialua to neet tl:.e . , , officers of g?vt. of the different districts to b~_. _a~.~,e~.ibleG. c.t Tile 1\ife of t:he teacher Ui2.de provision for my sU::dl?er & vacated a small house for lli~l 2.ccoiJ::o dation. SaLle of the church members .& hooikE-ika had met for prD,yerl Cil1d I ? -----~-..::, - ~ras invited '!,o address them, -v,;hi~h_ '~, .?:t~i. I invited all \,lIlo c2-"ose to 2,sseLlole ill the Lorning for j?raye:l.' Defore I :=~,ten .............. .!..': .... ; ....... U..!.J,...LJ..J....j ~.l ...... s inc c ;, _G ::'l1l 11...., I ri~in~, -l"col-=)....I....... J.~ v' .~ an~ ~,-) \"1.,J:' I l'n &:reeE~le. found rest very 8.. :;:lc':~l.:.el S~.i.eet beCOi.1.e ~lad ~. C01,~::'or~Eble \:i tllOl..lt tC:lin;.; o::::'f l.~y '[sleJ clo tl:eE t; but E+.i.d sbout t,:,u rollin~'su::'ff s~ould ~J~~t~6SS . yersol1S c·sseubled in ....• ;.-..; ..,- .. '''''~..L. ",J ... _ t~;.e ..... A Leetin.; house fa:: .?::"';:;; ..:-l' • " .-: ~ ' ... .J:.' . �7 Wene.a of :Slight L uncoIufortab1e 0.8.) . .~::a~";: .~~_ _- . tiIfr'">:Js ~ ~hich 2Li(~ n.)t very T.luch incoI;il::J.oue : ...... .. -:.:- Tile road is not so .;oocl this j/8.rt. of the way' 'l.... '- '., - - _. ~ - -: ••• 'In sE:ver81 plc:.ces I 'lras .ob1i69 d .... -' as to _.. _... ·it is· bet';:,-eell ~ride. into· the "s ee.. to' get by stone Kcl1ana I 'ViaS C?b1i;ecl to s e2.., alJ.d : )cnd ne",1'1y h~.lI .a idle in. e:ztent. 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Mrs. Johnson [Johnstor:eJ: under my particular care, Mr. Calkin ~ Newtcn Ladd; Hr. 1"~oore & 1-rife, a native formerly the wif.e of John Honorii & a child o.f John Munn (Murin?]; also two of Er. JohnstoneTs scholars, Paehakeo & the hTO sons of Hr. Hillier, of Hilo. We v.Tere accompanied out 'by Mr. Johnstone & Castle also by Kr. Ladd & Cap. ~astabrook, who resigned the cO]1.T.land for this trip to Mr. Hapgood the first mate. These returr-ed with Cap. pilot, and we steared Lsi c J off on tne wind. At about 25 S'J.Il Ada~s, the set we 1-Tere miles distant from Diarr:ond Hill. 1l Irs. Johnstone occupied a berth in tee after cabin, and I had a berth in a forward staterOOD: (middle cabin) Ers. J. becarr:e sic1: pretty seon, and I tel t the need of takingrr:y bed before night. Tuesday Augt 17, 1841. vo~it This day I have felt very uncomfortable, not able to but so sick as to keep me most of the time in my berth. Mrs. J. also quite sick lying in the cerepanion way on deck (a very comfortable place). At night we found ourselv~s to the northward of the pass- age between Oahu & Molokai.- The weather has been pleasant &a moderate breeze from N. E. I'/edne sday .A 1J.g. 18, 1841. 1~Je are to day off the N. 1\f. side of 1fi.olokai with a moderate breeze E. N. E. Our tacks are about four hours each waJ~ My sea sickness has so subsided. that I "Tas able to take a seat at the supper table this evening. Was invited to ask a blessing.- It �-2- appears orderly on board. Thursday Aug. 19 1841 • . We were, at the tacking of ship, about 6 off the ~ortherly part of Molokai ~ 0 t ck this morning, The wind far to the eastward and dead ahead or in our teeth as sailors somet~es say. I seem to be about free from sea sickness and Mrs. Johnstone is more comfmrtable. Have taken my seat at the table to every me~l. Have been standing off and on in 4 hour tacks at the north of MDlokai through the day & night. Friday Aug. 20, 1841. ,., ·].;Iaui in sight our course about B. E.- }<ind admitting of all sail- Sea not very heavy> - all things comfortabJre, reading tTTwo Years before the 1:astTf which I like very much. We run in to (l.. ·Wailuku bay as far as to bring Kahkuloa the place where thE:; schooner " Kuala was lost upon our starboard beam~ then tacked and stood off till 8 oTck tacking every 4 hours during the night. ~aturdayAug. 21st 1841. We have had pleasant weather every day since we Caffie out, wind moderate but pretty well to the 1!.:ast making it more nearly ahead than the o~dinary N.E. trades.- We ran in pretty near the lanA- I should say near enough to fsrL.] see the surft break distinctly upon the shore, off the Northern /\ side of 1~ui, ~ountains along the district of Koolau- The tops of the-high were seen abov~ the clouds- The gap made by the great crater called hale a ka la, was hid by the mass of white clouds which lay upon the side of the mountains. Tacked at about 3 oTck & stood off.3abbath Aug. 22, 1841. Ne have been off the division of Hana all this day with a moder- �-3- ate breeze blowing from tbe Eastward with a bead current. The day pleasant. I invited the boys to attend a Sabbath Sch~. They came into the cabin at 10 otck and I read with~he~the part of the XIII chapter Mat.the~. Asked them. Questions &. made explana tions &. Occupied myself with reading in t:te, Bible closed with prayer. &. the l1iss. Her. At night we had cleared the E. point of fuaui & on. an E.3.E. course stood over towards Hawaii. , MOnday Aug. 23, 1841. This we were off Waimanu at the time of tacking. ffio~ning , Cloudy with sane ' ra~n. Wind directly ahead . .::;tood off all the fore- noon to the Nor,thward JI>art of the tiTIle the Vlind allowing us to make a N. N. E. course. Tuesday Aug. 24 1841. During the night we stood in towards the land wi th a vierfl to take the land breeze but instead of that a sCiuall came up directly a~ad & they had breeze lasted La~~ahoe.ho~; but just roam to get ~everal abo~~ and' sta~~ off.- The hours.- At day light we were not far from the wind just: allowing us to lay up for t~ point ::::,:a,kahanaloa. INehoped to be able to weather it; but the wind was light & the swell hea~J & we had to tack twice. Aoout II ofck 4.k. the pilot came on board.- The breeze about i past 12 became steady & began to freshen & we stood by the point & opened the bay hand~ome~Yl the sight of the green banks and the slopes covered with trees & verdure was very refreshing to the spirits, pleasing to the eye &. animating; Came to anchor at 20 min. before 4 otck. A.s soon as the anchor was down the q. uarter bca t was lowered, the passengers, captain &. native agent got in and we were rowed �ashore in the direction of the Mission establiSillRent . As we approached the person of Mr. Sullivan was recognized. on the teach with many natives standing round & just as the boat struck the landing, MI. Coan was seen coming .down. I was carried &.aashore by a native, who addressed me in a r~iendly manner & placed upon the beaeh. The bo at was drawn up so as to clear. her bows of, the waves & 1Irs ~ Johnstone was ,handed ou~. We were kindly saluted & made welcome by Mr Coan & shortly were joined by Mr. 'Lyman wi th whom I walked to the house of fur. C. wh~r.ewe first stopped- and here ,I reed. a cordial welcome & was invited to remain; but as Mrs J.stops here & l\.:r. Sullivan was also staying here I thought it proper to accept Mr. LTs invitation to stop with him. house of Mr. Coan,' I wal~ed with ~. After a short tarry at the L. to his house and was kindly greeted by Mrs. LYffian. Here I shall find entertainuent till the Gloucester is ready to leave Eilo. On inquiry for the head man, Kanuha, we learned that he has gone to Puna & wfull not re~Qrn fer some ti~e. This it is feared will have an influence on the voyage & occasion delay_ Wednesday Aug. 25th 181=1. After breakfast I went with of the Bd.School at work. They ~. we~e Lynan to look at the Scholars employed in rooting up a weed whicp has become very troublesome called o-i. In so~e places it grows to 'be quite a shrub and spreads over the pasture lands & roots out the grass & is very injurious to the feed. They were pulling this up to prepare the land for planting. A pretty ex- tensive plat of upland kala was growing and some cane occupied the place where kalo grew last year. The boys have regular hours far work and a portion of each day is occupied in the field cultivating their own food. �We went into the School house, which is a good framed building one story with a high build~ng & steep roof covered with lauhala. The is' 80 feet by 28, having a board floor & ceiling- which is put down in the form of a floor over head- showing the beams & scantling upon which it is nailed.- The space ove~~ead is occu~ pied as sleeping places for the ,boys & is divided into a great num.- ber of divisions- parted by mat partitions mak~g little rooms just large enough for a bed for a boy. There are at present in the', school. 64 scholars. 29 are new ones and 35 are old ones. - This is qUite as many as the room. in the School house will accommodate. A few of tbe scholars board out of the school. Walked to the house of Mr. Coan with Mr. LTilian &. thenc e to t1:e beach where we rn.et fur. Calkin & 1:Ir .liapgood. :&ir. 'C ~ wishing to send a man to Kona to carry word to Gov~ Adams that the Gloucester will probably go round to Kailua to make up her cargo & desiring that freight might be got ready, a m.an was despatched with a letter & I dropped a line to ~.:.r • Lyons. I Mr. Coan went back with a companr of natives to get timber for a meeting house which they are propo sing to build, and as he expected to be absent till near night, he requested hr. L. & myself to conduct the afternoon meeting.- At the ringing of tla bell we wen~ down. 1ne seholars of the Bdg. Sch. &. a few of the peo- ple of the place constituted the congregation, which I addressed after a prayer by Mr. Lyman &. singing. Near the close- ~~. Coan came in. Ee made some remarks and celebrated a marriage. Tea at Mr. Lyman f s and the com,;Jany of !lirs. Johnstone &. M:r. Sul11van.- Mr. Calkin was too ill to attend being confined at Mr. Coanfs with the asthma. �..... ~:~:In..;the e~eniEg:thad ';;8... ' social ~,]1.eeting. Thur s day-' Aug • 26 1841 • .. Suent most of the day at MI. Coanfs where I took dinner in ~ company with Mr. Sullivan.- After dinner took a view of the garden ~ the premises of Mr. Wilcox. lie has a neat looking house embower/' ~. ,} c uCCZC:' ed ,in green- bananas, guavas, grape vines, granadelia &. ohai- all around. The oriental lilac grows_large. One tree planted by,'-' Mr. Goodrich is as large as I can clasp with both my arms- A large tamarind tree, peach tree, miIDosa; bread fruit- Vegetation is' luxuriant~ every thing green &. flourishing. [J/<:-J We talked about a visit to the volcanoe. Mr. Calkin is desirII ous to visit the place &. we have concluded to set out on Saturdaygo to Olaa &. th~re spend the Sabb ath. On 1{onday proceed to the volcano. - The ship it is expected will be ready to sail the last of next week & we wish to save all the time we can. About four oTclock all hands of us set out t9 visit a water fall in the Wailuku called Waf anenue. Our ?arty consisted of the Coan- children &. all. ilitr. Sullivan, Mr. families of Messrs.Lyman &. Calkin, myself. The distance is about two miles_ 1~rs. ,Johnstone &. We found the walk rather fatiguing-as the sun shone brightly &. its rays hot.- Vie took a view of the falls from several positions on the banks &. then descended to-a place on one side o~ the [Sic] bas~nA where we had pretty nearly a front view of the falling w.ater tUJJJ..1Jlihg ove~ the rocks from a height of perhaps 100 feet in a perpen- dicular descent.- I measured the distance of the water from the place where we stood. and found it 23 feet to its surface. As several of Mr. Coants domestics accompanied us with food &. means f~ heating water we had a cup of tea provided . .A. cloth was spr ead upon the rocks and we sat down and enjoyed a repast.- We did not �7" 7- get home till after dark.- I took the conduct of Mrs. Johnstone. We had to cross a small stream of water several times & both of us got·our fee~ wet. Mr. Calkin stopped at Mr. L~ and played on a harmonicon whic~ he brought with him &. sung part of the evening with Mrs. Lyman, who is a good singer. Friday Aug. 27 1841. My cloak which I thought I brought on shore cannot be foundIt may be I am mistaken in ~J impression9 as to' having brat. it on shore. I have sent word off to the vessel to ascertain whether I left it there. 1f[alked to ~J~. Pi tnan T s place & went as far also as the China- manfs establisb.:m.ent. Mr. pYsplace is near the house of Mr. Wilcox. ~ir. P. has a neat & co:m.1'ortable establisbne12t, has. various :flowers blooming in front of it and cane growi~g in various places around. The frane of a new house stands near by_ Our plan of going to the volcano is broken up, having on my pa:rt concluded to te.ke passage ~n Er. Pi t;:uan t s vessel 8-: land at Kohala for the purpose of visiting that Station.- A letter has this day been reed. by hlr. L~an from~. Bond in which he states that Mr. Bliss has returned to the station &: he fears trouble, has written, he saysj to OahU for me to come up. I calilied upon Mr. Pi t:m.an and :found him willing to land me at Biahukona &: I have con- eluded togo in the vessel. c h,,-<e. hy ~ has come to light- having been found on board the ship. Took tea at sung &. ,'"'-I'. Coan r s &. spent the evening there. l\JiT Calkin played on the liarmonicon. Aug. 28, 1841. Saturday. �-8- cause far gratitude for the goodness & mercy which have followed me all my days.- I commend myself anew to the divine guidance. To God desire to· consecrate the remnant of my days. May he ever be with I me and guide me & may his. fear be ever before my eyes. And may I be his henceforth & forever. Amen. Thermoneter 66 0 in my room this morning. The atillosphere is qUi te clear.- A. br·1lght cloud marks out the region of the volcano. I am informed that a cloud of this description is always seen over the spot where the volcano is when the atmosphere is not filled with denser clouds. The direction is S. S. W. Sab Aug, 29 1841. Spent the day at & made ~~ 1~. Coanfs. Attended the j Child~3J Sat. Scn. address. At the afternoon meeting made an address as did also 1ir. Sullivan) Mr. Lyman in terpre ted. s ::holar s· in the evening. I addre ssed also hr. Ly-n-B.n f s Aft er thi s I walked wi tb. ~. 01". 6; 1.::r s. L. to the house of LT. Coan where had a social meeting. htr. Calkin was quite· ill last night and has been unable to l. go out during the day, ~s better this evening and able to take a part in the prayer ueeting. Uond ay Aug.t 30 1841. ,. The mate of the ship informs this morning that he will be able to obtain a full cargo here so that it will not be necessary to go to Kailua to fill up. This som~7hat alters my plan in regard to Kohala.to Oahu & return. I must now go on and stop till the schr. can go Mter getting my bedding from the ship &:. send- ing my trunk on board the jlchr. which was done in the afternoon r aT .~:;.9:"'otck. in the evening having attended :Ir,ayers at :!sir. Coants I �-9- embarked witli 1~. Sullivan & Pitman & were soon under wmigh, wind very light ~ Tuesday Aug. 51} 1841. Find ourselves this morning just outside of the Bay- Having had during the night rain & calffi.- 1 had a bertg in the cabin & slept pretty comfortably. The others slept on deck. 8 otck. a light breeze sprung,up.- At 9. passed Maulua & a little after Pahoehoe. The.breeze freshened & we passed down .the shores of Hawaii having a fair view of the deep indentations made by the vallies of Waipio, Waimanu & other places in Hamakua & Kohala. Between 5'& 4 otck. P. 11. we passed Kohala point & about ! past 4 we came to anchor at Mahukona. The boat was soon got out & my baggage put into her & 1 took passage :;::'0 r the shore. - There are several houses near the beach & qu.i te a number of people of both sexes & different ages pressed around me. 1 asked for Walawala the chiBf' woman & learned she was inland .1~y trunk & bedding was carried into a house & I obtained a native to guide me to 101i the place of the Station. I took some clothing & my food in a calabash & my dressing case & set out at 5 o'ck having 10 miles to- go .. After walking a mile or two facing a brisk wind it began to rain some. I continued to go on till dark and_ found myself tired enough to rest & put UD for the night but no suitable place to stop present- ing I kept on, the wind still'blowing fresh & a drizzling rain beating against me. Not being able to hold my umbrella for the strong wind my outside garment became quite wet- it being my cloke only my under garments were preserved dry- by the grass on the sides of the path. My feet & c. ~les were wet After traveling till 7 o'ck we came to the house of a hoahanau- where I was glad to fin~a rest- �. -10- ing place &yas glad to put up for the night. A fire was kind1~d / & a light obtained. The man & his wife cheerfully resigned t~eir hikie' & bedding & I threw m~elf down after taking off my wet clothes & putting on dry ones & was enabled to sleep most of tbe night.~ The wind blew fresh & there were fre~uent showers of rain during the night- but these did no t disturb my re.pose- the fleas were, however, annoying. Wednesday Sep. 1 1841. As soon as it was light the natives of the' hou.se .were stirring & I despatched the man to the Station for a horse. In the mean- time I invited the natives of the neighborhood to come in for rr'ayers. Som.e' dozen or 15 assembled- Those who were able to -read & possessed testaments produced them.- I opened to the 18 Chap. of Luke & the natives read in turn till the Chapter was finished. I made remarks & prayed.- I inquired after church members of the. place & learned there were 8 besides a boy belonging to·tbe Rilo boarding school, who had been kept from returning by sickness. About f past? o'ck the man ret~~ed with a horse. I mounted & with the man for my guide proceeded to the Station. The wind was strong & the rain was driving in my face most of the way. In about l-t hours I reached the Station & was recd. gladly. Mr. Bliss made no objections to going to Honolulu in the vessel when she should return. It seems he had been making ar- . rangements to l\3ave tho. he had fixed on no t 1me for doing it. In the afternoon he butchered a young beef animal, with a view to salting down a part and drying a part for his voyage for .America. I attended the Wednesday lecture with about 50 persons who had assembled. ~IT. Bond and spdL~e to �-11- Thursday Sep. 2 1841. Mr. Bliss was occupied all the forenoon in cutting & salting his beef and he wished my presence to consult as to the best way of doing it, supposing me to possess mDre experience than himself. In the afternoon I walked with Mr. Bond to the North Shore. I wanted to ascertain whether there was a safe or convenient landing on this side. The distance is about 2 miles by a ing path towards the shore. There is one steep pitch. l! ing Naohaku the na.rn:e, is no t a good cine. descend~ The land[SIC] It is stony & there is A}.. . [Si£J considerablesurf\.- In a moderate time canoes may land safely, & there are times doubtless when a boat might land safely but the l\ [$i<} stony beach is an objection to boats. "-,, We walked half a mile or more along the banks which are in most places 50 or a hundred [s/0 feet high & almost perpendicular, with the surff dashing upon the . 11. rocbJ bottom skirt~ng their base.- We ·visited an excavation made by Kamehameha called Keawaeli- wbere canoes are sometimes taken down & launched into the sea landing·there. tho~there is apparently but a poor We saw another place a little to the: S. East across a small promontory where canoes go out & come in in moderate weather. Tho, there was now considerable surff yet canoes might probably pass safely. We saw none however in motion. On my return I felt quite exhausted and was glad of rest. Friday Sep. 3 1841. Walked to the place where the natives are collecting stones for a new meeting house laying about 68 rods South from the hlission house.- The natives are making incipient preparations for. a house; but it will be some time before they will be ready to lay the walls. �-12- SatUrday Sep. 4 1841~ Rave been occupied part of the morning appraising tools & other things which Mr. Bliss wishes to dispose of to a Mr. Rook who is building wall at the station; also of some things which Mr. Bond wishes to take. Sabbath Sep. 5 184l. Mr." Bliss took part in the two service s in whlch also I d· af·i'ored assistance. /I.. The cong. in the mo rning amoUnted to per- haps 1500 in the a,fternoon to 800 or 900.- A. Sabbath School of children was conducted immediately after morning service. I questioned them in the Haawina Kamalii. 200 children present. There might have been I was surprised to see s'o -large a number. ~funday Sep. 6,1841. Mr. Bliss has had 26 natives employed in carrying goods to 1'Iahukona . Tue sday Sep. 7, 1841 ~ About the same number today have been employed with the same business as yesterday~ about their burdens The natives were a little particular· -& wanted something light to carry, which occasioned some delay & trouble in getting them started. Wednesday Sep. 8 1841. ~~. Bliss has recd. tc~ay letters from ~tr. Castle dated the 24th & 25th ulto. in reply to letters to me reed. since my departure, in which he recommends 1rr. B. to make all convenient despatch in getting ready to come down in the Schr. Eawaii which he had engaged of Mr. Pitman, (father) to make a trip to Kohala as soon as the vessel should arrive from Eilo. lie co:rrrrn.1Jni_cated also the death of 1lrs. 1iunn on the niorng. of the 25th. �, h - A slight. shock of an earthquake last night.~ '::: ,,"f" The last. o~ 1Ix •. B(s goods have been carried to ~h~ beach t . ex. ' cep~ such as are to go down. with the' family' when they shall leave to embark. Visited with Mr. B. &:. Mr, Bond the head.of a small stream which is carried by a trench thro. the settlement. This head water in a stream nearly as large as a manta body issues out of o~ a ledge rQok through an opening 6 feet long by 3 wide in the middle; the streain is' carried along the si.de ot' a stee·:p valley. . ~hGulr;l Visited a ·spring o~ be Friday Sap '10 1 l841.(~- This 'I'hursday Sop. 9, 1841:. ~y. J. F:t water not far from the Station very much resembling Punahou Spring i;,~ ~qui te a stream. from xocky opening. Visited also a cave where not long since a woman was crushed by the falling of a large mass of the shelving rock. There were two persons in the cave, it being used as a dwelling. The man was a believer, the woman killed, was a hoomoloka. She. had just before the falling of the rocks, her attacbment to the e~ressed old way & confidence in it in preference to the new way and her death nay be regarded as a striking coincidence in the providence of C-od evincing his regard to his niends & judgment upon his enemies. Recd. letters from Ronoilulu via Kealakekua t where"the Soh:;' Hawaii was on the 7th bou,nd to Kau with -f~idayCcp. 'l'£:is 8WRing Waimoa 1?.rougbt iIl '&, Mrs. Paris. 10, lO4l. a mulatto man a member of 1i::r. a brWdla whieh 7aekage Q.J: letters fa? A:. Bond. ~es~el Mr. OQFre It which brought the letters reI i'::rom 9CU2:t3 Mx~ Oahu~ ~"'one eh"h. a"t I t con tallied -a- probably by the same, Bliss a fow days ago �[Memoranda at end of this small book:: ] Mr. Bond v~ants a Sythe. 2 hornd. ouills. -L See if M7" (:5,'.:] Lyman is chgd. $12 cash dur g ).. Ge~. Meeting. he says he recd. that sum & Mr. Castle reports but!$lO. Mr. Lyman would be gl.ad of from 150 to 200 yds of Methuen stripe. Mrs. Coan 2 dishes say 14 inches. $ide Saddle for Mrs. Coan, buy if cheap, if . nqt, order fro u. S. Honoman~ Nuaailua Ke'anae vessels anchor Wailua vessel s anchor .. Lands in Koola~ Maui House of Hilo ·Boardg. School 80 feetbY'~'28)1 framed & covd. 'Ivtth lauhala .•. The accommodations for the School cost say $1000. r KanUha ·Chief of Hilo [The journal continues in another small' book of minutes: ] Friday, Sep. 10, 1841. This evening a mUlat'to man a member of i . Mr. Lyons ehh. at WaiIIlE;a brought in a bundle w!hich came from Oahu. It contained a package of letters for Mr. Bond. probably by the same vessel which It came b~oug~ the ~etters for IvIr. Bliss a few days ago. :-" �-14:- One of these letters contained an allusion to some statements or Mr. Bliss which Mr. Bond considered unfavorable to himself and not. true. The subject was talked mver and the charge of making a false representation denied. sides the subject was After various statements on both ~ropped. Saturday Sep. 11 1841. Between 1 & 2 otck this afternoon we had the pleasure sa~u~ing ]~. o~ Hall who had walked from hlahukona and had come to give notice of the arrival of the Schooner. It WaS too late to get off this afternoon; but a man. was . employed to furnish canoes & to take on board the vessel. the goo.ds which have been sent to the landing, that as little loss of time as possible may be experienced o~ MDnday. Sabb ath Sep •. 12, 1841. Attended native meeting at the usual hour. I addressed the people from the parable of the rich man & Lazarus. fur. liall made one of the prayers & assisted in the Sab. Sch. In the afternoon Mr. Bliss addressed the people frOm the words- Finally brethren farewell, live in peace & the God of } . love & peace be with you. By the re~uest This was a farewell address. of r. .Ir. Bond. 1_ addressed the adults at tl)..e close of the service} having invited. such as chose to stop after the congo was dismissed. It has been a pleasant day~ In the evening spent about an hour in singing with the family. llJi:onday Sep. 13 1841. I arose before light having been aroused by the natives who had come to help Mr. Bliss off. ~oi6e of �-15- After breakfast & prayers ~tr. B. began to despatch men with burdens & before 8 otck we had taken our leave. I took a seat in an old wagon, which I am designing to take to Oahu.- I was drawn b"y six natives who took the read to Nunulu. The way being mostly ascending I walked about half the distance it being about three miles.- From Nunu1u the c.ourse is descending, and a pretty good road.- l reached fuIahukona at about 11 oTck.- Most of tJ::e baggage which had been taken to the shore had been put on board & the wagon was soon taken to pieces & the residue of the bageag e were sent off. 'lilien all was ready we had a prayer at the house,where man.y natives were collected, and we took our seat in the boat & were. soon on board. I had given permission to a man by the name of Barnes to take passage with another foreigner for Oahu. Just as I was ready to go off a native spoke to me in regard to some difficulty which , existed between him & the magistrate, which had not been settled to satisfaction. When I got off I told the man he must go ashore unless he could satisfy the native who had come off. ~s he could not do this he took his baigage & went ashore. About 1_0 tck we got under weigh with a pleasant breeze & the shores of Hawaii were soon in the distance.- The breeze continued until we had passed Kahoolawe wliiGfi2was~~arly. ift,bthe evening. Tuesday Sep. 14 1841. At daY~ight found ourselves off Lanai remDte some considerable distance. It had been moderate during the night. At about 10 otck it became entirely calm, and it continued so through the day, tho. we made a little progress by keeping the vessel headed "....,.., 'hQ7' l'(")l17'.QA _ .Just at the edge of evening I had an escape. I �-16- had been setting on the stern, the vessel was rolling badly by the swell &. the boom was fastened by a guy -~brace. It occurred to me that i1" the guy should break the boom would come over with great force &. endanger my li1"e- Not long after these thoughts pass- ed thro. my mind I got up &. went below. In the course of two or three mlnutes I heard the boom dash - the guy had broken by a sudden lurch of the vessel and came across the stern with great forae. Had I retained my seat I must inevitably have been struck and might have been killed at once or knocked overboard. Nothing could have saved me but falling instantly upon the deck, and whether I should have ·had time for this- had I seen it coming is more than I I can say. Certain it is that I should have been in great dan- ger &. that my.going below was providential &. I have great occasion to thank God for hi s goodness .. ~N edne sday Sep. 15 l 1841. 'lIe were very uncomf'brtably tossed most of the nigh t, - very light airs of wind were felt in every direction, towards morning . we had a land breeze which took us along up towards the land. a cr~efed little and we ~~~;t About 6 otck we were off Diamond hill- and saw a ship astern of us. The wind was very light &. we did not get up to Robinsonts wharf till 10 o1ck. Rere we were met by Mr. Rice &. aftenvards by hlr. Castle with the wagon. As 1;:fr. Bliss had been in'li ted to M:r. Smi thl f :.::r. Rice drove him &. family there Chamberlain 111.- &. I walked up home wher e I found She having been so about a fortnight. :"'~s, She is however some better but is still confined pretty much to the settee. The Lord (me) make~grateful for his lliercies. END OF INSERT No.9 � https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/eac7ea5b63f839e71a133a7bf671b40f.pdf 2eda260c85ee3707c8907cf58de8ee30 PDF Text Text INSERT No. 10 Minutes of a Trip to Lahaina, June (June 23-29, 1842.] THIS IS A REPRODUCTION 0' AN UNPUBtlSHED MANUSCRfPT FOR REFERENCE AND STUDY ONLY , NOT TO BE REPRODUCED IN ANY WAY 1842. WITHOUT WRInEN PERMISSION OF THE CoPYRIGHT OWNER About one P. M. I set sail for Thursday J-q,ne 23',1842. Lahaina 'on board the Schooner Paalua. Besides natives there were Six foreigners all whom might be regarded as cabin passengers. We sailed out with a pleasant breeze, but soon found we had a heavy sea to contend with and the wind so far ,to the East that we could make only a S E course at the best S. E. by E. with this wind. Kept upon one tack during the night. ~ made my way pretty soon below and by so doing escaped a thorough wetting which those on deck experience9 from a heavy sea which swe~t over the deck making quite a' disturbance among the th:b6ng, & sending three or four into the cabin with wreaking [sic] jackets and sad faces. The wind continued pretty brisk, though it was not very strong. By keeping quiet I escaped being sick, though I had no appetite to eat & took no supper. Allor the passengers except two, Cap. Bernard and an attendant) were persons who had been sent from Lahaimto attend a trial.- One of them e. fellow by the name of Dawson being the criminal, the others I believe were his witnesses. He seems to have been rather an obstropolus ie, a fellow bad to manage who had been taken up at Lahaina for moekolohe - rather the woman was first taken up & confined in the fort and this fellow armed himself and despite of officers & men took her out. For this he was apprehended and for this & other rash actions was imprisoned and confined with heavy irons. The Case was brought to the Court at Honolulu in presence of the Eng. Consul on the one part, the man being a British subject, �and the Government on the other. The trial was by jury, and the decision a fine of $32 was pronounced to be moderate by the Eng. Consul, who made some bitter remarks as to the manner of appointing the jury. ~ This was a noisy man on board; and I soon perceived that he 1'\ was fond of liquor and that he and the others had some with them. None of them bec81lle intoxicated though this fellow assUIIled an air of much im~~rtance and talked loudly to the natives & in an au~ { thoritative strain. Friday June 24 1842. VIe have had Molokai and Lanai on our weather; the :Larmer on the quarter & the latter on the bow; making rather slow progress. ,The sea heavy, the vessel rolling unco:m.i'ortably. , 8/~ day- varni ted a li tt'lewell on the stomach- Sq1J&m j sh ,all .Ate scme wa termellon which did not set· 11. all the refreshment I have taken this day. Kept, illY berth most of the ti~e and sle~t all I. COUld. Prayers on deck morning and evening. Native caught a broke away. shark~ hauled him in along side when he They caught another which they drew on deck_ Noticed tvlO small sharks which she threw out of her mouth as the natives said. Concluded that female sharks engorge their young. They tied her thoroughly and threw her over the side to cut her up. Did not stop to see the operation. After taking out the entrails and making other excisions, they cut the flesh with gashes & filled it with salt. Saturday June 25 1842. Lanai this morning on our beam)our progress during the night having been very slow owing to the current & sea. At 2 ofck P. M. the great bluff lies 1.'1. N. -N. and the near- �-3- est point of land say 10 miles. anchorage before night. Fear we shall not reach the The wind continued light and we did not get to the- anchorage till 1 oTck, after midnight. Most of the foreigners went on shore in the night. Sabbath June 26th 1842. I had a bad tUrn of the night mare the night. As it was coming on I seemed to see ~atter an part of tte animal something in size and shape like a toad flying towards me in the directlon of my mouth; the moment it· seemed. to strike me I became conscious of my conditiol;l and endeavored to make a noise which I thought I did and so loud as to be heard at a distance, and I expected some one to come to my relief. My eyes were doubtless open for I saw a man coming down the cabin steps and I supposed he would come to me as I continued uttering distressful groans; but he passed along and it was some time before I go t ability to move and to shake off the 9Ppressing incubus .. Mte:r I had done this and no longer needed help the native. coolly remarked- lIyou did not go on shore; yo u are nawaliwali tl, for he must have heard my groans of distress and concluded that I was sick. I rose pretty early and dressed myself with change of some of my garments, & was ready to go on shore as soon as the natives were ready with the boat. I supposed I should be accompanied by Messrs Bernard &, Proveau, but :Mr. Bernard was not dressed and as it would probably be some time before he would. be ready, the natives proposed not to wait. I got in with another foreigner and was taken to the landing. I went directly 1f0: ~he house of Mr. Baldwin and was welcomed by him. I learned that Mr. & their youngest child. ~~s. Conde were there from Rana with �-4- It seemB that Mrs. C. went in the Victoria to Hilo, intending to remain there until the return of Dr. & Mrs. Lafon) but the vessel having stopped three or four days & she having had time to make something of a visit, she began to think so much of home & the children she had left alone with her husband, that she concluded to return, if she could engage the Cap. to land her at Hana. The arrangement was made & she set sail; but when the vessel arrived off Hana the Captain did not like the appearance of things or seemed not to like it and after beating about in the neighborhood of the place an hour or· two & not being willing to enter the harbor & not being able to persuade Mrs. C. either to venture into the boat or a canoe, he steered off for Lahaina, where he landed her, where she was shortly followed by fur. Conde;· and they met at Lahaina. I had a call from 1IT. Richards and shortly after from 1Ir. Stetson who is at present occupying Mr. Richards house, from whom I reed. a very cordial in'li ta tion to stop & take up my quar- ters while I might remain at Lahaina. I attended native service both parts of the day, in the morning Mr. Richards preached; in the afternoon We had a social meeting at .:two 0 1 ck li~. Conde preached. at the house of lfu-. BaldWin! Mr. Conde directing the services. In the ~vening the families met at the house of tir. Richards where we spent the evening in Singing. Mr. Bernard called and he was pleased to remain and spend the evening with the party. He drew into our circle around the table and joined in our singing. From some remarks which he made respecting the sin of our times we were led to think he might be a protestant; which accords �-5- with what Mr. Dudoit remarked in regard to h~ to Mr. Richards that he was a Protestant. His object in going to Lahaina is to determine whether he can get the Kingts sugar establishment at Wailuku. I lodged in Mr. Richards house by the invitation of Mr. Stetson who showed me much kind attention_ I sle~t in the room which' I occu~ied at the time I went to Lahaina at the commencement of my voyage in the Don Quixote. Monday We attended ~une 27 1842. before breakfast. ~rayers Capt. Stetson having invited litr. Bernard to take his morning meal with us and~~. Richards having planned to remove his family to Lahainaluria and wishing to get off early. Mter breakfast I.called u~~ .AUhea at whose ~lace I found Gov. Adams, who seemed thinner in flesh than when I saw him last; he complained of lamenes? Kingts attended by Kaina. dirty morning gown on. see me. From AuheaTs ~lace The King I found in He was very ~leasant I ~roceeQed dishabille~ to the a very and seemed glad to ""f"alked about the dedication of the new mee~ing house- Said he and the chiefs were intending to go down- inquired whether the gallerys were finished and seemed a little disappOinted that they were not in; but was satisfied with the rea?ons why they were not. I congratulated him on the temperance movement, as I did also the other chiefs at Auheafs-From what Gov. Adams said I perceived that he had no confidence ih.. i t·s' ~err:i:J.an.ency. thought it would be like a tree without root- soon to die. From Kaina I learned that the schooner would return immediately to Honolulu and would sail in the evening. I was in ho~es she would stay at least one day longer as I had not been able to �b -$- attend to any of the business for which I had come up. On my return to Mr. Baldwints I found my baggage had come on shar-e, and- that Mr. Clark had arrived from. Lahainaluna. I soon had an interview with Bro. Clark & Bro. Baldwin on the subject of the Ohapin house, and discussed the point whether it was needed for the mission & whether it would be expedient to sell it & transfer the premises OU~ight, in case we could find a purchaser, it was no t long before we decided the point in -the neg~tive. The next point w~s> what shall be done with the house. Mr. Baldwin was in favor of its remaining in its present condition until the return of Dr. Lafon from Eilo, and then he would arrange the subject of a house with him and make provision his accoIImloda tion. f~ .d.s 1ir. Richards house -has been rented to l:..;r. Peck-and we as a mission cannot for the present avail ourselves of that house for the accommodations of families that com.e along, all the passing company will fall upon & 1~. Baldw~ for lodging entertain:m.ent and he will need more room than his own house. Ee is therefore unwilling that the Chapin house should be leased and so alienated even for a time from the mission that he can h2.ve no advantage from the premises. Considering the state of :2:,:::>, Bald- win T S feelings it VIas decided. to leave the subject of renting the b1tildings to EJ:'. Baldwin and to refer 1-;r. Stetson to him. for an answer on t-he subject of his application for a lease. We spent some time in the discussion of the subject and it was nearly noon when we got through. for me and we set out for Lahainaluna. ~. hr. C. had a horse ready We rode up the hill to Cts house where I met Miss Brown who had not been able to return to Molokai since her late visit to lioholulu, but had been waiting for an opportunity to get over tc her station. She ex- �7. -~- pects to get off tomorrow morntg. as Mr. liitchcock has justarri ved with a canoe to remove her. We had an. interview with hilll before we 'CffiRe up the hill- his second son being with him. ~ter dinner we had a call from Mr. Andrews; and as I had , but a short time to remain and fur. Clark was called to his school I walked with him to the'-S.~ bUildings I ~e went into school , and I walked into the apartilient where Mrs. Green is residing &. made a call upon her. She is here with her two children who are in MI. Andrews school, which is held in one of the rooms of the Sem. buildip..gs. of scholars. of ~ir. He was engage.d in school and has Ci,ui te a m.nn.Oer ill his own Children, three of l,x. Clark f s - two Green t s- two of Mr. Richards t & one of l.:.r. Dibble. I did not go into the school room but heard them at their recitations. 1,.:rs. Green appeared in good. health &. spiri ts - 12'. Green was at his post of labor at Wailuku. I made call upon Mrs. Aildrews- whom I found all alone at her house.- Sh.e seemed to enjoy her solitude.- i='er app£a:;:'ance is some c:tanged, having more m.a±ks of age than when I saw her ]a st ~ I returned to fur. Clark t s where horses were wai ting fa::. Miss Brown &. myself to take us down the hill.- l~. Dibble being at his upper house which is situated about a mile up the hill which (sic] they call :Mount Ball, I was not able to call upon him: good buy to Mrs~Clark So I t\ bid and mounted &. in company with Mlss B. rode down to nilT. BaldwinTs. Just at dusk I wwnt on board the Paalua and about 9 otck the vessel got under way with a light breeze far Honolulu .. Previous to leaving I visited Cap. Stetsonfs store, kept by Mr. Gilman. It is a two stories stone building belonging to Kaeo Cap. of the Fort) and is in the rear of the H. E.' corner of t .. , �8 -}f- the fort. There is a large pond on one side which is to be cleared out and it is said it will yield good water for the ships tQ which ~ passagetNay directly by the walls of the fort may easi- ly be cut to communicate with the sea by which boats may come in with rafts of barrels and obtain water with facility. The stand on this accpunt is thought to be the most eligible of any at Lahaina. Mr. Pec~ has obtained a grant of the scite directly in front of the pre.sent landing including the stone pier on which buildings stand which have been occupied by Auhea where is'a small two s tori es building. . The place where the cano e house 0 f hlr. Bald'jIlin nmv stanis is taken into the grant) another sci , te for that building having been given in exchange where kT. B. expects to transfer the buildings. [J""'Ol~J Tue sday JulYj\ 22 1842 -t- ;; ~3 .) The wind was moc.erate duriu3 .the nigh t and at day light we ·had .advanced not so far as to be past 1iolokai and we were most of the day nearer the -shores of1~010kai than the shores of Oahu. The sea was pretty smooth and the wind very light sometimes amounting to nearly a dead caln:- In the afternoon had a li.,sht breeze and were nearing the shores of Oahu. itI: Saw a small schooner pass- ing to the leward of us on her way to 'l.i.8.ui as we sup:gose. The schooner is supposed to be the Pilot. [Jt..,ite] Vlednesday July 29 4J ........,.Ie .. A I It was moderate during the night and at 1 ol ck A. L. we were off Diamond hill perfectly A. M.. beca~ed where we remained till 5 ofck Kaina was kind enough to propose taking me in the boat to Waikiki whose offer I glad.ly accepted. :Ne started at 10 min. ajl-e· �-z5 ofck & I landed at the beach in front of Kamaukolifs house at 10 min. before 6 otck- and at 7 ofck I reached home having walked the distance in little more than an hour. 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Title A name given to the resource Chamberlain, Levi - Journal - Volume 0023 and Inserts - 1838.10.01 - 1842.07.21 Description An account of the resource Typescript Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1838.10.01 - 1842.07.21 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource If you would like permission to publish or reproduce this material, please send your requests to archives@missionhouses.org Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Hawaiian Mission Children's Society Library at the Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives https://hmha.missionhouses.org/files/original/0700f53671dd58b3369ee30a359b3568.pdf 261fcf00768d30aba2e2ebc4be5c6758 PDF Text Text LEVI VOLUME 24 Volume XXIV • July 25) 1842 ~ April 13) 1844 • Honolulu July 25 1842. An English Barque ~ the British Isle) arrived from Mazatlan via St. Blas) by which letters came to hand from the U.S. One from Mr. Bingham to the mission) two from Mr. Hill and two from Mr. Anderson) one of them being a duplicate of a letter forwd. from New York pr. Ship Victoria) which sailed on the 10th of March. The information communicated respecting the Churches is encouraging. Mr. Anderson says) "The community is waking up to the subject of foreign missions beyond our past experience) and our embarrassments are likely to be removed ~ Thanks to our gracious Lord. The Spirit is poured over beyond what we have seen for ten or twelve years past. Our hopes begin to brighten.)) A Brig ~ the Sarah & Abigail) Cap. Doane) was expected to sail the 25th of April for these island with passengers ~ Dr. Smith & Rev. Mr. Rowell and their wives ~ and the remainder of our supplies for the year 1842. In the evening the families were invited to come together at my house to hear the letters read. Saturday July 30th. The King sailed for Lahaina in the Schr. Victoria. Auhea started but was taken ill after the vessel got by Diamond Hill; and they put back and landed Aueha at Waikiki and afterwards the King proceeded on. Monday Augt. 1st. Mr. Alexander left for Kauai in the Sch. of Gov. Adams having come up to bring his son to schL Mr. Armstrong took passage at the same time for a short visit. Sabbath August 7 1842. Mr. Armstrong being absent on a visit to Kauai) Mr. Cooke conducted the native service in the forenoon and Mr. Smith in the afternoon. Wednesday AU$. 10th. Mr. Armstrong arrived from Kauai after an absence of 9 days. He was landed from the Schr. Hawaii at I3~rbour)s Point) the wind and current being so strong that the vessel could make but little headway. Mr. Ladd landed at the same time. Monday Aug. 15th. Mr. Gulick & wife & their two youngest children took passage in the Paalua for Maui & Hawaii. Dr. Mead who has for some time officiated in the chapel by conducting worship in the Episcopal form) also took passage. The Schr. got off just after sun down ~ She goes first to Lahaina and afterwards to Kailua. We sent letters) but no supplies) as we have made a bargain with the Chinaman for the use of Schr. Clarion to go to Kona & Kau to carry what supplies we have to send for those places. Tuesday Augt. 16. Mrs. Dole rode down in our wagon this morning from Punahou and is to spend the day with us. Her health has not been perfectly recovered since her confinement; this is the first time she 1 �LEVI VOLUME 24 has been down since the removal of the family there the first of May. The oil saved from ship Jefferson, Cap. Cash, some time since wrecked at Waimea, Kauai, was sold at • auction, by Mr. Ladd, on account of all concerned. 1200 barrels were sold at 47 cts. pr. Gall. and 600 at 48 cts. dId. on the beach at Waimea. Wednesday Augt. 24 1842. A French Corvette the Ambuscade arrived and entered the harbor this morning. As she has fired no salute we conclude there is some dissatisfaction with the government. Indeed it reported that they are huhu and alledge that the treaty has been broken. The Schooner Victoria sailed this evening for Lahaina. Several sailors from ship Abigail were present at our evening meeting, also Mr. Buel from ship Braganza. Mr. Dole & Miss Smith rode from Punahou and attended meeting. Thursday Aug. 25. Mrs. Hall was confined this evening: it was somewhat premature, being about a month earlier than the usual time. The child is a daughter and weighs 4 lb. 13 oz. Mr. Armstrong and Mrs. Chamberlain were present, Dr. Judd having returned to where his family is now staying near the valley of Nuuanu. He was sent for and arrived in season to be of service in animating the child whose life seemed to be dubious for half an hour or more after birth. • Saturday Aug. 27 1842. Mr. Armstrong had a meeting of about 400 persons which are called hooikaika With a view to question them before the church in pursuance of his design to receive them to fellowship should 110 reasons exist against carrying it into effect. Most of these persons have been on probation a year and a half soni~ twq years, and many of them have been employed as seemed best calculated to advance them in knowledge; all of them having been under a course of instruction for a year and a half. If nothing should appear agair:-st them they will soon be admitted to baptism. Wednesday Aug. 311842. The King arrived this morning from Lahaina in the Victoria.~ Friday Septr. 2nd. The Maryland arrived from Mazatlan, by which letters have come to hand from the Missionary House in Boston. One of these was from Mr. Anderson for the Mission, two from Mr. Hill and one from Mr. Castle. A letter also for Mr. Hitchcock from Mr. Munn, one for Mr. Dole, two also from Mr. Elliott, one of which was addressed to Mr. Bishop and the other to Mr. Armstrong. Mr. Anderson informs us that the Board are out of debt; but that the embarrassments of the country are • great and that there may be a reaction. The Pm. Comee. have increased our limit for 1842 to 36,400, 2,000 of this to be held in reserve in the U. States. We hear that the Captain of the French Ship of War has presented to the King a series of complaints 2 �LEVI VOLUME 24 and a list of demands or requisitions. Most of the complaints are of a frivolous nature and are grievances of the Catholic priest; the demands are for privileges which shall place Catholics on ground in every respect • equal with the Protestants. The demand a Kahu~kula of their own and request a location for a High SchooL The interdiction of the sale of ardent spirits in small quantities they require to be removed. A fast day with the natives of Mr. Armstrong's cong. Saturday Sep. J 1842. Have learned that Sabbath before last a dinner party was held in Nuuanu at the seat of Mr. Dudoit, where there were carryings on very unbecoming the Sacred day. Some of the gentlemen of the village were present and joined in the doings of the occasion. Sabbath Sep. 4. English service in the Chapel was conducted by Mr. Dole, who also preached last Sabbath. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered in the native church this afternoon to the greatest number of communicants of this one church ever before assembled. Monday September 5, 1842. The King returned his answer to Cap. Mallet of the Ambuscade, in which he accedes to some things and not to some things: and informs him of having sent an ambassador to Europe with the laws and instructions to make treaties with the Governments. With this representation • presented the captain consents to leave the business and to wait the results of the embassy and the unadjusted business he refers to the Consul to settle with the native government. Mr. Armstrong left for Waialua this afternoon expecting to be absent two nights. An entertainm~nt and Theatre on board the French Ship of War. There are two French whaling ships at anchor in thE; Roads ~ The greatest number of French ships that I have ever known at this place at one time. Tuesday 6th. A !rial by jury has occurred to day. An action brought against the estate of E J. Greenway for debt, by Stephen Reynolds. The decision was in favor of Mr. R. Wednesday 7th. Mr. Armstrong returned from Waialua. Thursday 8th. The French ship of War L Ambuscade sailed. Saturday Sep. 10. 1842. Dr. Judd's family which has been residing for several weeks past at the Governor's hours at the entrance of Nuuanu removed down to their own house. • Monday Sep. 12. Mrs. Knapp set out for Waialua this afternoon, attended by Mr. LoweIl Smith, to stop at Ewa to night. She goes to afford assistance to Mrs. Locke who is ill ~ thought to be dangerous. Her complaint seems to be erysipelas: she has been affected with it some time, and Dr. Wood, who visited her 3 �LEVI VOLUME 24 on Saturday, states that her case is a critical one, and that if she does not obtain relief soon, she will not continue very long. • Wednesday 14th. We have information from Waialua to day that Mrs. Locke is no better indeed that she is more feeble. Miss M. M. Smith was therefore consulted in regard to going to her assistance and to aid Mrs. Knapp. She consented to go and she set out in company with Mr. Knapp. Friday 16th. The King set sail for Lahaina in Gov. Adams new vessel, which is named Keoa. The vessel will go to Hilo from Lahaina. We sent by her a few articles for the br. at Hilo. Dr. Rooke who went to Waialua yesterday has returned and he reports Mrs. Locke as somewhat better. There has been a trial to day at the Fort. I was empanneled as a juryman but was excused. Tuesday Sep. 20th 1842. Mrs. Chamberlain set out for Waialua about half past 12 o'ck on horse back attended by Mr. Dimond. She goes over to assist or to take care of Mrs. Locke. Wednesday Sep. 211842. The brig Sarah & Abigail, Cap. Doane arrived this morning, bringing supplies for the mission & Rev. Mr. Rowell & Dr. Smith and their wives. The vessel stopped at Valparaiso where was the Victoria with Mrs. Thurston & the other passengers, which was to sail in two days for Callao: and thence, it was thought, she would go to Columbia river but this was not absolutely certain. • Had it been Cap. Spring would probably have put on board our letters of which he must have many. Mr. Dimond & Mrs. Knapp returned this evening from Waialua, they left Mrs. Locke improving but still very week. Friday Sep,23. The Sarah Abigail entered the harbor this morning, and our supplies began to be landed. Saturday 24th. Dr. :Smith & Mr. Rowel set out for Waialua to day. The health of Mrs. Locke does not seem to improve. Tuesday Sept 27: The Schr. Maryland sailed for Mazatlan. Mr. Charlton Eng. consul has taken passage with a view to visit England. His object we believe to be to thwart Mr. Richards and to make complaints against this government. He has considered himself as insulted by Govr. Kekuanaoa because he has required him to present his complaints against govt. in writing, and has refused to have communications with him on govt. business in any other way. Wednesday Sep. 28 1842. The ship Braganza, Cap. Waterman, of New Bedford sailed homeward bound. • By her sent all the letters we have on hand. Mr. & Mrs. Rowel set out for Ewa to proceed on the morrow to Waialua. Thursday Sep. 29th. Mrs. Judd was turned over with her two youngest children in a wagon. She had just 4 �LEVI VOLUME 24 started to go to Punahou to bring the children from school: the mule kicked up and threw one of his legs over the shaft and becoming urunanagable over set the wagon. Mrs. Judd seems to be considerably hurt, tho • no bones were broken. Friday Sep. 30th. Mrs. Chamberlain returned from Waialua in company with Mr. RowelL Mrs. Locke apparently no better. Dr. Smith remains. On Wednesday the new meeting house was dedicated and a protracted meeting commenced. Saturday Octr. 1st. Have been occupied most of this week opening supplies. The Sarah Abigail sailed for St. BIas, was not able to write by her. Wednesday, Octr. 5 1842. Mrs. Armstrong was confined with a son, weighing 10 lbs. The brig Chenamus, Cap. Couch arrived from Columbia river with passengers of the Methodist mission on board. They are we learn Mr. Leslie & two daughters, Dr. Richmond wife & five children, Mr. & Mrs. Whitcomb & two children. Mrs. W. is the widow of Mr. Shepard who was the Miss Downing of Dr. White's company; Dr. & Mrs. Bailey. Mrs. B. was the Miss Smith to Mr. Leslie's reinforcement. The eldest daughter of Leslie was married to Mr. C. Rogers the evening before the vessel sailed and Mr. L's two youngest children. • Thursday 6th. The Chenamus entered the harbor this morning, and the passengers from the Oregon came on shore. Mr. Leslie and daughters went to Mr. Smith's ~ Mr. Whitcomb to Mr. Colcords ~ Mr. Hall proposes to invite Dr. Bailey ~ Dr. Richmond is not as yet provided for ~ the circumstances of the other families of this station render it inconvenient to extend invitations to others at present. Saturday 8th. A communication has been received from Mr. Smith at Waialua communicating notice of the near approach of death to Mrs. Locke and requesting the presence of any of this station who may find it practicabl~ t9 visit that station. Mr. Dole & Mr. Knapp set out this afternoon expecting to ride through this night. Sabbath October 9th 1842. Mrs. Dimond was confined with a daughter between the hours of 1 & 2 o'ck this morning. Mrs. C. was called up and was the only female present and returned short of an hour from the time she went out. It was a peculiarly favorable case. I have not been very well to day. I took medicine and kept in all day. • Preaching in the chapel morning and evening conducted by the Methodist brethren from Oregon. Recd. notice this evening by messenger from Waialua that Mrs. Locke died this morning a little after twelve dck and a short time after the brethren Dole and Knapp arrived. Her funeral will take place 5 �LEVI VOLUME 24 tomorrow. Wednesday Octr. 12th. Dr. & Mrs. Lafon arrived from Maui in the ship Zephyr Cap. Gardner. They • have taken passage in this vessel for the U.S. and will leave this port after a tarry of about 10 days, as it is now expected that Dr. L. will go to Kauai ifhe can obtain a passage in a day or two and in season to get back for the ship. Friday 14th. Messrs. Locke & Rowell arrived from Waialua: they expect to spend the night at Punahou, but we are expecting them to abide with us after to night. Sabbath, Octr. 16th 1842. Dr. Lafon preached for Mr. Armstrong in the native meeting house in the afternoon. Mr. Rowell preached in English at the chapeL No service in the evening. Monday 17th. A meeting of the brethren of this station was convened at my house this evening by request of Mr. Locke to give advice to him in respect to his duty in his present circumstances and also to consider the case of bro. A. B. Smith who is desirous of an expression of the views of the brethren in regard to his remaining at the islands or complying with the recommendation of the Pm. Comee. in reference to a return to the U. States. • Levi Chamberlain was appointed to take the chair and preside at the meeting which had been opened with prayer by Rev. A. B. Smith. Mr. Locke stated his desire to receive the advice of his brethren whether to seek an opportunity to return to the U.S. this fall or to remain until next spring or longer ~ whether to make calculations to return with his children or without them and what provision could be made for his station, his circumstances being such that immediate help is required whether he go or stay. After hearing ;lIt that bro. L. had to say in direct statement and in the way of answer to inquires; it was given as the opinion of the meeting that the peculiar circumstances of Mr. Locke required that assistance should be immediately afforded to him ~ that it seems to be expedient that he should not leave the islands before next spring, and that Mr. Rowell (should, in view of Mr. Locke's circumstances,) be regarded as in the way of his duty in residing for the present at Waialua. In regard to the case of Rev. A. B. Smith the opinion was expressed that he ought to remain at Waialua • if his own health and that of his wife should in his own view not require his immediate return to the U.S. the necessities of the station being such that the help he is able to render cannot with safety to the cause be withdrawn. 6 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Wednesday Octr. 19 1842. The long looked for Victoria arrived, and Mrs. Thurston and her two children were welcomed by us in good health. The Seamen's preacher and his lady were attended on shore • by a number of the gentlemen of the village. Thursday Octr. 20. Mrs. Thurston & children took passage in the Schr. Keoua for Maui & Hawaii. Mrs. Parker arrived from Kaneohe this afternoon. Saturday Octr. 22nd 1842. The Victoria got into the harbor this morng. Sabbath Octr. 23rd. Mr. Damon preached in the Chapel this forenoon and Dr. Richmond preached in the evening. Monday Octr. 24th. Mrs. Parker returned to Kaneohe this afternoon. Examinations of native schools commenced to day. They were attended at the two parishes. Thursday Octr. 27. By Schooner Shaw which arrived from Mazatlan last evening letters were reed. from Mr. Richards: He had a passage of 53 to Mazatlan. Mr. Richards expected leave on the 19th of Sept. to pursue his journey across the continent. The Juvenile Temperance Society in connection with the Scholars of the Children's School of the two ie congregations having attended a service at the meeting house of the 2 chh. marched in procession with banners &. marshal music to the old meeting house of the 1st church and partook of an entertainment. A table was spread across the middle of the house where the Gov. the young chiefs and a number of foreign guests sat down &. partook of an agreeable repast. We have learned to day that a ship ~ the George ~ came to anchor at Waialua in distress ~ crew down with scurvy and ~ot persons in health sufficient to navigate the vesseL The captain dead and the mate dying. Cap. Cash and a number of men were despatched by the Consul to take charge of the vessel and bring her tq this port. Friday Octr. 28th 1842. Ship Zephyr Cap. Gardner sailed for Kauai. Thence to proceed on her return voyage ~ Dr. & Mrs. Lafon passengers to the u.S. Dr. L. had left a few days previous for Kauai and the ship only stops to take him & effects on board. Mr. Locke accompanied Mr. Lafon to Kauai. A preparatory lecture this evening at the house of Dr. Wood conducted by Mr. Damon in prospect of the Lord's Supper to be administered on the coming sabbath evening. • Sabbath Octr. 30 1842. Mr. Damon preached in the middle of the day and in the evening and administered the Lord's Supper according to appointment. Thursday Novr. 3rd. Dr. & Mrs. Smith sailed for Kauai in the Schr. Hawaii accompanied by Mr. & Mrs. 7 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Knapp) the latter takes the voyage on account of her health. Friday Novr. 4. Mr. & Mrs. Gulick arrived from Lahaina in the ship commanded by Cap. Arthur. • Sabbath) Novr. 6th. The Congregation at the chapel was much larger than usual. The house was well filled. Should sailors & officers from the ships attend as they ought the house would need to be enlarged to afford accommodation to all. Wednesday Novr. 9 1842. Mr. Armstrong went to Waialua to attend a protracted meeting about to be conducted at that station. Thursday Novr. 10. A Brigantine arrived from Tahiti) by which a letter came to hand from the mission established at the Navigators Islands dated Samoa May 1841. The vessel brings notice that the French have taken possession of Tahiti and have established French laws there. Various conjectures are entertained in regard to the cause of this movement) and in regard to further proceedings whether in carrying forward their plan they will not take possession here. Wednesday N ovr. 30th. I have neglected to note several events and the dates have escaped my recollection. Bya vessel from California we are informed that Cap. Jones had taken Monterey under a wrong • impression that our Govt. had declared war against Mexico: but soon after having taken possession he learned that the difficulties were settled and he had given up the place. The sailors belonging to the ships in this port having felt the restraint of the regulation requiring all sai[lors] to depart on board their ships at the firing of the 2nd gun which is at the our of 8 in the evening) a company of them headed by Cap. Rogers of the ship Rodman came on shore and marched through the streets huzzaln?- & making disturbance; the whole company numbered 163. Kekuanaoa sent for Mr. Hooper in the night and requested him to use his influence to disperse the mob) this he attempted to do but in vain. The company after traversing the streets as long as they choose) left the shore and went on board their ships. The next day Cap. Rogers was summoned to appear before the Govr. together with others who had cooperated with him) and the Govr. after citing the law & explaining the case decided him guilty and fined him the sum of 99 75/1 00 ~ and required him to give security for the same on the spot. He was highly • enraged but public sentiment was so much set against the deed that he consented to pay the sum and eventually to withdraw his appeal that the case should be tried by jury. Some threats were made that another mob would be collected the next night which induced the Gov. 8 �LEVI VOLUME 24 to issue a proclamation making known his purpose to cause his guards to go armed and in case of disturbance to put it down by force of arms; and requested commanders of vessels to keep their crews on '. board. Criers were sent about the streets calling upon all natives to keep in their houses & preserve quiet and in case of alarm to retain their places in their houses. The night was passed in quiet, the sailors wisely keeping to their vessels. The ship Hopewell arrived from Valparaiso, bound to Canton, having remains of cargo which she sold at auction. She sailed to day. Dr. Mead went passenger. Mr. Smith performed a tour around part of this island. A short vacation of the School at Punahou; school recommenced on Monday last 28th inst. To day Mr. Armstrong baptised a large number of natives: most of whom have been on probation more than a year. Friday Deer. 2 1842. The premises belonging to Mr. French (William) and leased to Mr. Greenway were t. sold at auction on account of the mortagagee Jules Dudoit who held his mortgage deed from Mr. Greenway. They were bid off by Mr. Paty for Mr. Dudoit. An affray occurred between Mr. Pelly & Mr. Skinner in which Mr. Robson took part. It seems that Mr. Skinner made some reproachful remark or insinuation in regard to the character of Mr. Pelly, which he resented by a blow of a whip over the shoulders of Mr. S. Mr. P. being on horse,back was seized by S. & R. and pull~d from his horse: the native officers interfered & led Mr. S. to the fort and was liberated by giving bail, To day a trial was conducted and the parties were fined six dollars each. So much for laws.This has been a fast day for the families at this station: and a meeting was held at Mr. Armstrong, in the morning for the children in the afternoon for all. Mr. Leslie lead the exercises. Sabbath Deer. 4th 1842. The communion was celebrated by both of the native congregations. The largest number of communicants that have ever participated at one time in this church were assembled this afternoon. The lower floor seem quite filled with ch. members. The Frigate U.S. Cap. Armstrong arrived here this forenoon 11 days from Monterey, Said to be the shortest passage ever made from that place. • Tuesday Deer. 6 1842. Made a call on board the U.S. Frigate U. States accompanied by Messrs. Smith, Hall & Leslie. While on board Kekuanaoa attended by the Am. Consul & Dr. Judd made a call and on their return they were honored with a Govrs. salute. We stopped about half an hour and were conducted 9 �LEVI VOLUME 24 through the ship by one of the officers and the assistant surgeon. Wednesday 7th. The U. States sailed on her return to California where are the other vessels of the • Squadron belonging to the Pacific station comd. by Thos. ap Catesby Jones. I addressed him a letter and a Report of the Board) also a pamphlet containing the defense of the mission at the Sand. Islands against the Roman Catholics. Mr. Emerson & Mr. Baldwin and his son David arrived ~ also Mr. Stetson. Yesterday (6th) We had company to dine Mrs. Nye & Mr. Peck. Thursday Decr. 8th. Mrs. Chamberlain dined at the house ofMr. Wm. Paty by invitation. Friday Decr. 9th. A party at the house of Mr. Armstrong ~ guests ~ Mr. & Mrs. Damon) Mr. & Mrs. Paty) Mr. & Mrs. Johnson) Mr. Marshall) Cap. Bernard) Mr. Baker) Mr. Davis son of H. Homes) Cap. Spring) Dr. & Mrs. Judd) Mr. & Mrs. Hall) Mrs. Dimond & myself ~ also Kinau & Hellen Judd & Maria Jane ~ Mr. Roger) Mr. Smith) Mrs. Nye) Mrs. Hooper. Sabbath Decr. 11th 1842. A Sabbath School was commenced in the chapel by an effort ofMr. Damon. The families of the missionaries were invited to unite in the effort and to bring their children. A few of the families remained with their children. I have yet to consider whether I shall consent that our children • attend. My Sabbath School connected with the native cong. will prevent me from affording my presence. Tuesday Decr. 13 1842. The Victoria sailed for Maui ~ passenger Mr. Baldwin and his son) Mr. & Mrs. Peck & children and Mr. Stetson. Thu~sday 15th.. The Paalua arrived bringing Mr. & Mrs. Hitchcock & children & Miss Brown & Mr. Forbes & family. They left on Tuesday evening) having had calms. Mr. & Mrs. Alexander & children arrived from Kauai in Schr. Shaw. Mrs. Alexander)s health is "0 '. ,".r' impaireq. Thursday Decr. 22. Gave Nalimu & Kapuali their dismission. Monday Deer. 26. Mr. Hall sailed for Maui on board the Paalua. Dr. Judd also goes up to attend the national feast. Tuesday 27. The Ship Victoria Cap. Spring for New York sailed about noon today. She carries a large quantity of sugar for Ladd & Co. By the Victoria I sent all the letters on hand & list of wants for the year • 1844. Mr.. Forbes sailed for Kauai on board the Schr. Shaw. Wednesday Decr. 28th 1842. Mrs. Armstrong was hurt this afternoon by the overturning of a wagon: 10 �LEVI VOLUME 24 two of her front teeth were broken off and a dentist set ~ one displaced & lost. She was riding with her two youngest children & with Mrs. Damon, returning from Nuuanu being driven by a native. In going down a • steep place one of the wheels struck into a rut, the jolt threw the driver over the foreward part of the wagon and the reins went with him. Mrs. A. succeeded in drawing up to herself by means of the hook on the end of her umbrella. She had just recovered the reins when the fore wheel came in contact with a heep of stones by which the wagon was upset & ever person thrown upon the ground. The wagon righted as the horse sprung forward: and away it went at his heels over fences & ditches till the horse recovered in a measure from his fright and went on moderatly so as to be stopped by some natives on the road. Mrs. A. & Mrs. D. walked on in a sad plight till they came to the house of Mr. Damon. No serious injury was done to the persons. The wagon, however, was considerably injured. SabbathJany. 1st. 1843. The Lord's Supper was administered in the Chapel this evening. Wednesday Jan. 4. A protracted meeting commenced in the 1st Cong. this day assisted by Mr. Alexander and Mr. Parker, Mr. Hitchcock & Mr. Smith not able to take a part in the duties. Thursday Jany 5 1843. By the Brig Sarah & Abigail from Mazatlan letters have been reed from the U. States, and from Mr. Richards who was on the 13th Novr. at Vera Cruz just embarked in a U.S. Steam • Frigate and on the point of sailing for Washington where he expected to arrive in 9 days. Mr. Charlton was at Tapike in the early part of Novr. He told Cap. Doane that he expected the Eng. Govt. would take possession at the Sand. Islands. Our letters from the Miss. House state that Mr. Castle was intending to come out in the falL The Comee. had decided not to send Mr. Munn back. . '-'.- Mr. peirce writes that the Barque Baring was to sail about the 10th or 12th of Novr. and would bring 100 tons frt. for th~ mission. Friday Jan. 6th. Mr. & Mrs. Damon dined with us also Br. Alexander & Parker. Mr. Damon has recently lost a sum of money stolen from his house. Has not been able to detect the thieves ~ He suspects his own domestics. Saturday Jan. 7. Dr. Judd & Mr. Hall arrived from Lahaina with Mrs. Richards & her two children. The health of Mrs. Richards is feeble. • Mrs. Chamberlain spent part of the day at Punahou. Saturday Jany 21st. 1843. At about 5 o'ck this afternoon I arrived from Waialua, where I had been to attend the examination of Mr. Locke's schooL I left here on Tuesday and arrived at Waialua the same day. 11 �LEVI VOLUME 24 The examination took place on Thursday. A storm commenced on Wednesday and continued during the week during which a considerable amount of rain felL • I took cold and my lungs seemed somewhat affected, it was accompanied with hoarsness & cough though the cough was not severe. I started on my return from Waialua at 1/4 before 10 o'ck, and I employed a native with a horse to accompany me, and his services I found of material service in urging forward my horse, who was rather a dull creature. I got along very well and with a tolerable degree of ease. We had showers during the first hour & a half; but being pretty well shileded I did not get much wet. I dismissed the man about four miles before reaching Ewa, and though I had started expecting to stop there and remain over the Sabbath, I concluded to pass by and proceed on my way home without delay, as it was only half past one and I was not much fatigued; and I had no doubt that by going forward at a moderate pace I could reach home in good season. The road I found to be quite muddy and the last part of the journey more fatiguing that the first part. I had heard that the roof of the new meeting house had been endangered by the recent wind. I was glad to find that though the roof had been exposed to injury it had not suffered materially if any. The wind had raised one comer of the plate: but by getting a rope over the roof it was held down, while the gale lasted. • Sabbath Jan. 22. 1843. I did not attend meeting either the english or native ~ and obtained the services of Mr. Hall in my Sabbath School owing to the state of my health. Thursday! 26. Mr. & Mrs. Alexander and their two youngest children took passage in the Schr. Victoria for Lahaina & Kailll;a. Their three eldest children are at Punahou. Friday 27. Mr. Locke arrived from Waialua having loaded the Pilot with various effects of his station on account of his Boarding School and despatched her. Butchered 311 ox of the herd at this station which is to be divided among the families: Its weight is upwards of 700 lb. Sabbath 29th. The Joseph Peabody arrived from Mazatlan and brought letters from the U.States. A letter from Mr. Hill is missing containing Bills of Exchange. Reed. one letter from Mr. Hill, one from Mr. Anderson and one from Mr. Bingham. Receive the information that the Barque Behring sailed from Boston on the 2nd ofNovr. with supplies for this mission. • Mr. & Mrs. Castle & daughter passengers also Mr. & Mrs. Calking ~ Mrs. Dominis & Miss Goodall a sister of Miss Ladet Mr. Bingham had decided, on account of the health of Mrs. B., to remain during another winter. 12 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Monday Jan. 301843. Intelligence has been reed. by Mrs. Dole of the death of her mother. We learn also that an English Frigate was at Mazatlan or had been there and that she is bound to this • place, having on board Lord Paulett, who will have authority to look into the cases of difficulty existing here between this Govt. & British subjts. From these islands the Frigate will proceed to the Socy. Islands. By a letter from Mr. Whitney reed. on Friday by the hand of Mr. Forbes who arrived in the ship Bartholomew Gosnold from Kauai intelligence was communicated that he (Mr. W. ) has learned by a letter from his son Henry the distressing news that his son Samuel had suddenly disapperead when about to take his degree at Amherst College, and that up to the date of the letter 2 mo. from the time of his disappearance no trace of him had been discovered. The parents are greatly afflicted. They have many hopes & many fears, in regard to his safety. The Bartholomew Gosnold came very near going ashore at Koloa in a gale. The Cap. was on shore at the time. The officers & crew cut away the Mizzen Mast. She rode out the gale and was saved, having lost one of her best anchors. Cap. Russel we learn was married to Miss Holden and has brought her along with him to this place. Friday Feby 10th 1843. An Eng. ship of war Carrisfort Lord Paulet arrived this afternoon. • Saturday Feby 11 th. The ship of war entered the harbor this morning. The wind having changed to the southward she came in under full saiL Mr. Simpson was honored with a salute; but the government was not being under c~nsure from his Lordship for not having acknowledged Mr. Simpson as ConsuL The French, & American Co~suls and other American citizens called on board; but they were treated with neglect in consequence of the slight offered to the Deputy English Consul and their acquiescence with the native government in their measures. The Gentlemen felt deeply the slight and the Am. & French vessels in port lowered their flags which had been hoisted in compliment to the Eng. Man of war. The French Consul confronted the Eng. Commander to his face as I learn & the American Consul addressed a communication to him alledging that his Lordship had yet to learn that there was reason for the Deputy Consul's not being acknowledged by this Government. Sabbath Feby 12th 1843. A considerable rain has fallen to day, the wind blowing fresh from the sea. The regular native service of the afternoon was dispensed with. Mr. Armstrong came into the house during • the hour of the Sabbath School and he occupied a half hour after the close of the School in addressing the scholars. Monday Feby 13. The Schooner Hooikaika sailed for Lahaina with a message to the King, who will 13 �LEVI VOLUME 24 probably come down as soon as he receives intelligence of the Man of War. An American Sloop of War arrived this afternoon ~ we suppose it to be the Cyane ~ The Consul went • off just before night. Mr. Ladd has a very severe attack of sickness ~ He was taken last Thursday, and has had two shocks of appoplexy. Fears are entertained that he will not recover. Should he have another attack it will be fatal: His friends are very anxious for him. Sabbath School concert was attended this evening in the ChapeL A vessel is expected to sail for Mazatlan in the course of 10 days or a fortnight. Tuesday Feby 141843. The ship of War which arrived last evening proves to be the Sloop of War Boston of the East India Squadron, Commanded by Cap. John C. Long from Canton via Sydney & the Society Island 19 days from the latter place. She left Canton in Septr. and brings news of the termination of the war between England & China, the latter government having agreed to pay 21 millions of dollars to the former, to cede Hongkong permanently to the British, and to open six of their ports for trade to the same. • Called with several of the br. of the mission on board the Carrisfort, Lord Paulet & were politely recd.: afterward we made a call on board the Boston to pay our respects to Cap. Long. We found there the American &, French Consuls who were each saluted with seven guns. At one o'clock the govr. was saluted and the sahl-te retd. from the Fort. Before going on board the Eng. ship of War I called upon Mr. Simpson to inquire whether his Lordship the comma~der was on board & to ascertain whether he would receive a call from us with pleasure. The information h~ communicated was that he would be happy to have us call; but that he had determined to receive no while the govt. continues to ratify his appointment as consuL , ofrlcal ..... calls . . Wednesday Feby 15 1843. Lord Paulet called this morning and visited the Printg. office & Bindery with which he was much pleased. In the afternoon Cap. Long of the U.S. sloop of War Boston called on the families in company with Mr. Hooper. Having gone away for the children at Punahou I did not see him. Friday Feby 17th. Mrs. Parker arrived from Kaneohe and I accompanied her to Punahou where her • daughter is at schL This afternoon the King arrived from Maui. As he entered the harbor on passing the U.S. Sloop of War Boston he received a salute, and as he stepped on shore another salute from the guns of the Fort and was 14 �LEVI VOLUME 24 received by the Foreign Residents and escorted by them to his house near the Fort. The King had not been long on shore before a communication was addressed to him from Lord Paulet • demanding an interview unattended by his interpreter. The King returned answer that he would grant him an interview in proper time attended by his interpreter. Another communication was forwarded by his Lordship dictating terms and threatning the place with attack unless these terms were complied with. Saturday Feby 18th 1843. This morning a Brig was seen being towed out of the harbor which was \ brought to anchor in the roads. We soon learned that this was designed as a place of security for the English families in the place in prospect of an attack upon the town in case of the noncompliance of the government with the terms which had been proposed by Lord Paulett These terms I learn from hearsay are the following 1st. That Mr. Simpson be acknowledged Consul. 2d. That the property of Mr. Charlton under arrest be released from seizure. 3rd. That Mr. Charlton's claim to a large lot between the comer of the Fort & Mr. Reynolds establishment be admitted, 4th. That in trials of Englishmen a certain portion of the jurors be Englishmen and the other persons approved by the Consul. 5th. That new trials be granted on various cases that have been recently tryed involving the interests of Englishmen. All these were acceded to by the King; in the case of Mr. Charlton' claim the King was allowed the right to protest. At 2 o'ck • salutes were exchanged the difficulty having been settled. Sabbath Feby 19th. All quiet to day. Lord Paulet attended by Mr. Simpson and some other gentlemen were present at the native service in the afternoon. In the evening he attended the English service in the Chapel. MOf).day 20th. The King & Auhea made a call on board the Carysfort and received a royal salute on entering and returning and the most polite attention while on board. Mr. Simpson used his influence to get Dr. Judd rejected as interpreter but did not succeed. He invited Dr. Rooke to act, who declined and the King refused to accept of another. Insert at Page 21.[MS NOTE: Page 21 is no longer that-please determine from original where this goes. Thanks] Conscience • implies consciousness understanding judgment 15 �LEVI VOLUME 24 memory It is an internal sense of right and wrong. It is that faculty by which we judge a thing or action as it • stands related to right and wrong. Is an action right ~. conscience approves of it: is an action wrong it disapproves. Now conscience must have the power to perceive & to judge.- It judges in view of law, and to judge in view of law it must know what the law is ~ therefore it must have understanding; but it is not itself understanding. I learn that the foreigners of the village were much alarmed on Saturday in consequence of the threatning attitude of affairs. Some removed their money & valuable papers to a place of safety, and commenced packing up their property. It is fully believed that the threat would have been carried into execution if the government had not complied with the demands. There are many however who think that the government would have done well to have stood it out and let the Englishmen fire, and after that to have struck their colors. Tuesday 21st. The King & suit visited the U.S. Sloop of War Boston who recived the usual salutes. Wednesday Feby 221843. This being the anniversary of Washington's birth day, the event was honored • by a salute from the Sloop of War Boston and another from the Fort and a ball on board the Boston at night ~ the party consisting of Americans only, except the King. Thursday Feby 23. This being the annual Concert of prayer for Colleges the day was observed by the families qt this place. A meeting for children was held at 11 o'ck at Mr. Armstrong's study and in the afternoon a meeting for the families at his house. Friday Feby 24 The exorbitant demands of Cap. Paulet and other requisitions made upon the governmept have brought the King to feel that nothing short of resigning his Kingdom into the hands of the English will meet the exigency of the case. We were somewhat alarmed in consequence of a report this morning that firing from the Ship of War might be expected to take place to day. Dr. Judd was sent for in great haste with a guard of soldiers and we concluded that Lord Paulet having become exasperated by the difficulty of bringing the King to consent to all his terms had come to the conclusion that he would force matters at the cannons mouth. This probably was a mistake as the day has passed and no guns have been • fired. It is reported however among the natives that Kekuanaoa has been removed form his station as governor of the and Leleohoku put in his place and that Dr. Judd had been removed from the office of Treasurer or that which he sustained in connection with the Treasury Board. 16 �LEVI VOLUME 24 The Americans are holding meetings and consulting in regard to their interests ~ they were in session in company with Cap. Long as I understand the most of last night. And a proposition was suggested of • advising the King to commit the govt. to the protection of France & the U. States until the difficulties could be satisfactorily adjusted. Saturday Feb. 25,1843. A communication was received from Lord Paulet by the American & French Consuls informing them that a provisional cession of the Islands had been made to Her Majesty Queen Victoria by the King & Kekauluohi, and that the English Flag would be hoisted at the Fort at 3 o'ck this afternoon. A crier had preceded this notice, and had proclaimed through the village an order of the King inviting the people to assemble at the Fort at 2 o'ck to hear what he had to say. At 2 o'ck I walked with several of the Brethren to the court house where the King was and at 3 o'ck the chiefs and Lord Paulet were ready to attend to the business for which the assembly was convened. A company of marines from the Carysfort and of natives belonging to the Fort had formed in hollow square in front of the house standing within and upon the wall of the Fort ~ Lord Paulet and some of his officers & the King, Kekuauluohi, Kekuanaoa & other chiefs stood in the veranda, the Hawaiian flag still flying; the King made a short address to the people stating that He was in difficulty having been brought into difficulty without • foundation and that in consequence of this he gave up the life of the Kingdom; but was still permitted to retain his authority over the people which he desired to exercise for their good. The address was interpreted into English by Dr. Judd and after this he read the deed of cession. TI'le substance of which was, that, being unable to meet the demands which had been made upon him he felt himself obliged to cede the islands to the Rt. Hon, ~ord George Paulet Commander of Her Majestys Ship of War Carysfort representative of Victoria Queen of England &c. ~ making the reservation that the act should be subject to the decision of the Represent,!-tives qf the Nation who have gone to England in case they have entered into arrangements there, if none have been made to this date ~ it shall be subject subject to their consideration and negotiation. In case these representatives are not there or have not been acknowledged ~ it shall be subject to the decision of the Queen on the representation of the case by this Government and Lord Paulet. ~ As soon as these declarations were made and the papers passed which had been signed by the parties, the Hawaiian flag was lowered and the English flag hoisted in its stead. As soon as it reached its place at the • top of the staff the band struck up a tune and a salute commenced from the guns of the Fort, which was returned by the Ship. My feelings were strongly exercised with compassion for the King & chiefs. The King conducted with propriety and all behaved with dignity. The face of Kekuanaoa was an index of concern & 17 �LEVI VOLUME 24 trouble of feeling. I returned with feelings of grief: but with a heart to say, "Thy will be done. Let thev great name be glorified. • I find that Dr. Judd is as much censured by the American party as he was before by the English party because he did not use his influence with the King to induce him to accept the offer of protection from the U. States & France by ceding the islands conditionally to them. Monday Feby 27 1843. The Keoua sailed this afternoon for Maui, with the King and Kekauluohi, as we learn. Mr. Forbes was designing to take passage with his family but the vessel got out at an earlier hour than was expected, so that he did not go. Tuesday Feby 28. Notice was communicated to Mr. Forbes that the schr. Victoria would sail for Maui this afternoon and both he & Mr. Hitchcock made arrangements for taking passage in her, and Miss Brown also. Their baggC).ge and a large amount of fret. was taken to the landing: when notice arrived from Dr. Judd that Lt. of the Carysfort who has the direction of the vessel rejected the freight, and informed them that the passengers alone could go in the vesseL As the passengers could not go without their baggage, they felt themselves under the necessity to stop. Wednesday March 1st. The Vktoria did not get out last evening as was expected, and this morning she • was towed by the Carysfort's boats to the forks of the harbor; the wind blowing fresh from the sea the boats could not succeed in towing her further. For some time it was dubious whether she would not be obliged to return; bt+t after arranging for getting under way she made sail and beat out. The Lt. of the Carysfort in Gornmand of the Schr. apologized to Mr. Forbes on acct. of not taking the families: it was on acct. of the lumber that he made objections and not their baggage. Tht+fsday, March 2nd 1843. We learn that there was quite a disturbance in the village last night. Sailors were drupk and were followed about by the native rabble and there was so much commotion & noise that Lord Paulet sent to enquire of the Govr. the reason that the disturbance was not quieted. The govr. returned answer that the people wd. not obey the cunstables ~ This excited his Lordships displeasure and he went on shore in person with some armed marines, and the sword was used with such effect that the tumult was soon quelled. Two or three natives were wounded. One of them pretty severely. The Govr. held a consultation with the Commissioners and it was decided that the native laws were in • force: for it was from the supposition that old laws were void, that the liberty was taken to disregard the lunas. The Governor assembled the city guard and went with a party of them through the village proclaiming that the old laws were in force and would be executed on the violaters of them. 18 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Many sailors about ~ on foot and on horseback ~ most of them giving evidence of having drunk to excess. One was seen who had fallen from his horse and was carrying in his bloody face the effects of his • folly. Friday March 3rd 1843. The Paalua sailed for Maui. The brethren Forbes & Hitchcock & Miss Brown took passage. They also carried their baggage. Sabbath March 5th 1843. The Lord's Supper was administered in the 1st chh. and a larger number of communicants partook than I ever knew before in this house, or in connection with this chh. Mr. Armstrong thinks there were as many as 300 from other chhs. present ~ in all perhaps 1500 communicants. Lord Paulet and several officers from the Carysfort were spectators. A luminious meteor has been observed for three or four nights past above the horizon nearly in the sun's track: it has a very long train. I discovered it for the first time this evening; but others saw it on Friday evening. The moon is increasing now and it is doubtful whether it will be seen very distinctly again, unless it should rise higher and drew nearer to the earth. Saturday March 11 th. The Hooikaika sailed for Mazatlan. Mr. Simpson with despatches for England & Mr. Marshall with communications for the Americans. • Thursday Mar. 17 [16]. The U.S. Sloop of War Boston sailed. The Behring Cap. Snow arrived. Mr. & Mrs. Castle passengers & others. Thursday March 16th 1843. Mrs. Judd was confined with a daughter last night. Monday Mar}::h 20th. Vacation commenced at Punahou. Wednes,day Z2nd. Mr. Dole & Miss Smith The children ofMr. Emerson, Alexander and Hitchcock sailed in the KeQua for Maul. Mr. pole ~ Miss Smith expect to proceed to Hawaii. Friday March 31 st. The brethren of the mission families at this station by invitation of Lord Geo. Paulet dined on board the Carysfort. Tuesday April 4th. Dr. Judd left for Lahaina in the Schr. Paalua to attend the Parliament. Friday ApL 7th. By the ship Wm. Thompson from Tahiti we learn that the Queen has placed herself under the protection of the English. A new flag staff has been erected in her enclosure bearing the old • national flag with a crown in the centre. Sometime previous to this it seems an English ship ~ the Talbot arrived at the port of Tahiti ~ the commander chose not to salute the flag containing the French Union (this being the new flag) he invited the Queen on board erected the old flag which he saluted. A meeting 19 �LEVI VOLUME 24 of the chiefs was held and their feelings made known by which it was apparent that they had entered into the arrangements proposed by the French through fear and because they could do nothing else: and that ~ • they wished the protection of England. It was reported to the French that the Tahitians were about to hoist their old flag and pull down the new. The French ship of war then lying in port threatened in case the old flag was raised to pour a broadside into the town. The Talbot sent word if the French ship did this he would pour a broadside into the Frenchman. In this attitude the vessels stood for a day or two: at length it was decided to refer the subject to the respective Admirals. A small vessel was despatched with the messenger of the French and the Talbot sailed to confer with the Admiral of the English. Not long after an English Frigate the Vengeance arrived with Mr. Pritchard the Eng. Consul and a present from the Eng. Govt. to the Queen; Another meeting was called and a fuller expression of the islanders in favor of the English was obtained. And it was after this meeting that the flag bearing the crown was erected in the Queen's enclosure. Sabbath, April 9th 1843. Mrs. Lowell Smith was confined this morning about 12 o'ck with a daughter. Mr. Smith called early in the morning for Mrs. C. and she went down & spent part of the day. The infant is very feeble and it is feared it will not live. She went down again in the evening and intends spending the • night there. Tuesday ApL 11th. The infant of Mrs. Smith died this morng. about 12 o'ck just about 48 hours after its birth, and has peen interred with her three other babes in her own yard. Friday April 14th 1843. The Schr. Kahalaia set sail for Maui with Mr. Damon who goes to spend a short season at Lahaina during the principal shipping. The wind blew very strong and after the vessel passed Diamond Hill the s~a was found so high she being deeply laden it was thought expedient to put back. She got back in the night and came to anchor in the roads. Sabbath, Ap. 16th. Mr. Cooke conducted native service in the afternoon, and in the evening Mr. Armstrong preached in the Chapel from the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. Monday 17th. Lord Paulet and some of his officers took tea at Mr. Knapp's and spent the evening there. Tuesday 18th. The Wm. Gray Cap. Stickney sailed for the United States. The Lama Cap. Nye sailed for Columbia river taking the passengers and freight brot. out by the • Victoria, Cap. Spring also Mr. Leslie and Mr. & Mrs. Hatch. Mrs. Nye accompanies her husband. The ship will go to California after she has performed her business at the river. Yesterday or rather last evening Mr. Gulick arrived from KauaL 20 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Wednesday. The Clarion sailed for Lahaina. Mr. Damon took passage. Saturday April 22nd. The Keoua sailed for the windward. We shipped a considerable amount of freight; • and have made a proposition for the vessel to bring the families of Hawaii and Hana to Honolulu to attend Gen. Meeting. Sabbath April 23 1843. Mr. Ives and family arrived from Lahaina on board a whaling ship which sailed on Friday. One day last week the young chiefs who had made a visit to Lahaina returned on board a whale ship a with them a teacher by the name of Sturges whom Dr. Judd hired for a season from a whale ship. They all attended meeting. Mr. Gulick preached in the chapel this evening. Wednesday ApL 26. A whale ship displayed a signal of distress this morning on being visited from shore she proved to be the ship Maine of Fair Haven) Cap. Magee and that an attempt had been made by the steward to murder him in his berth last night) between the hours of 10 & 11 ock. He approached with a knife & made several severe cuts on his head & neck by which he was completely disabled. He then came on deck and said to the mate that the Cap. wished him to go down and see him in the cabin) as the mate • turned to go down he discharged a pistol at him which missed its aim & the fellow sprung into the quarter boat and was seen no more. The officers below hearing the noise on deck sprung from their berths but on reachin~ the door found it secured ~ so that neither the mate could enter nor they pass out. An ax was employed to cut t~~~ugh and when they came to the captain they found him in the shocking condition in which the steward had left him gashed and bleeding - They did what they could and then got the ship round and directed th~ir course to this port: they had left Lahaina yesterday and were directing their course to the north. The physician from the Carysfort & Dr. Wood dressed the wounds) but the state of his wounds would not allow of his being removed to day. The reason of the stewards doing the deed is supposed to have been his having been prohibited from going ashore except the last day of the ships stay at Lahaina and his having been seized up in the rigging once during the passage out) being 5 mo. from home. • It is supposed he jumpped overboard as he could not be found in the vesseL Thursday several of the missionaries & some of the sisters with several of the children visited the Carysfort this day. A general invitation was given to the ladies & children. 21 �-I LEVI VOLUME 24 Saturday ApL 29. Families arrived from the windward ~ Mr. .Alexander & family on board ship commanded by Cap. Coffin. In the Sch. Clarion Mr. & Mrs. Bond & child & Mr. Dole. Miss Smith arrived ;. at Lahaina but delays till next week. Sabbath, ApL 30th 1843. English service in the chapel, Mr. Bond preached in the morning and Mr. Smith in the evening. Monday May 1st. Monthly concert was attended as usual at Mr. Armstrong's. Wednesday 3rd. A memorial was forwd. from Ew8. by Mr. Bishop addressed to the British Commission on the subject of their late order to the Govt. prohibiting the imprisonment of persons for fornication, evils already beginning to result from the slacking off of the law. Thursday 4th. Dr. Judd arrived from Maui on board ship Kutusoff Capt. Cox. Mr. Damon also came down ~ learn that Mr. Baldwin's son Douglas died yesterday having been ill about a month with diarrhea. Sabbath May 6 [7]. The exercises this afternoon varied from those of ordinary days from its being conducted by various brethren and directed to the one point of the relaxing of the law in regard to the 7th Commandment. • The Cong. of Mr. Smith was united with this in the service. Mr. Armstrong, Gulick, Ives & Smith took • part. Also of the natives Kaaimaneo, Kuluwailehua, John Ii & Honokaupu. Monday May 8th. Mr. Whitney arrived from Kauai in the Pilot. Tues~ay 9th. Mr. Bishop from Ewa & the brethren from Waialua arrived. The Brig Boliva sailed for Monterey. Thursday May 11 th 1843. General Meeting was organized this afternoon. The brethren from Lahaina arrived yesterday awl the brethren from Hilo this day. Tuesday 301843. So much of the business of the Gen. Meeting has been completed that the meeting has been adjourned to be called together by the Moderator. I did not think to notice in its place that Tuesday 16th inst. was observed as a day of fasting and prayer and that on Sabbath 28th the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered to the Mission Church, and Dr. Judd's infant child was baptised. ~ Saturday evening was observed as a conference and social prayer of the Church and Mrs. Mary A. Castle was recd. to the church on letter. • Thursday June 1st 1843. The Ship Carysfort left the harbor this morning. It is not known where she is bound, but it conjectured that she is going to Lahaina to carry up Lord Paulet to see the King, and that she may go thence to Hilo. 22 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Mr. Whitney left this evening in the Schr. Hawaii for Kauai, Mr. Alexander & Mrs. Armstrong. Friday June 2nd. Mr. Conde and family arrived in a whaling ship from Lahaina. Mr. Emerson's two sons • come down to enter again on their studies at Punahou. Saturday June 3rd. The General meeting was convened again to day to attend to an item of business and was adj ourned sine die. Sabbath June 4th 1843. The Sacrament was administered in the native church to apana akahi ~ Monday June 5th. School commenced at Punahou. Several of the windward brethren took passage in the Clarion. Viz. Messrs. Clark, Emerson, Bailey & Andrews. Also Messrs. Lyman, Coan & Wilcox, Mr. & Mrs. Bond. Besides these there were many native passengers filling the vessel to overflowing. I would here notice that Dr. Judd has left the house of the Mission which he has so long occupied and has moved in the house of Auhea. On Saturday evening the brethren were invited to attend a prayer meeting at his house. The meeting was conducted by Mr. Thurston and was an interesting season. Sabbath June 11 th. The Lord's Supper was administered in the native church to Apana 2 & 3. Monday 12th. As Mr. & Mrs. Dole have gone to Ewa and are expecting to go on to Waialua, there is no • school today: and it is possible there will be none this week. We hear that Sarah Leslie is very low and many fears are entertained in regard to her recovery. The sickness of Sarah may be an occasion of delay to Mr. & Mrs., Dole. Tuesday Jun~ 13th 1843. The Schooner Keoua was towed out of the harbor very early this morning. Mr. Thurstop. & family and Mrs. Richards & her two children take passage. The vessel is bound to Lahaina, Kailua, Kealakeh-l-a & Hilo. We have put on board freight for all those places. All the baggagt; of the passengers was put on board last night and the passengers were all in readiness to embark ~ Mr. Thurston & family stopped at our house but were hurried off at an early hour. The Carysfort made here appearance off the harbor this morning on her way from Lahaina. Learn that she is going to Kauai and she therefore does not now design to anchor. Wednesday June 14. We have employed the Paalua to carry Mr. Paris and effects to Kau. The day has been occupied in putting freight on board for Lahaina and Kau. The vessel got off just at evening. Mr. • Gulick takes passage for Lahaina, with a design to visit MolokaL Our engagement for the vessel extends to her discharge at Kau we hire her by the day at $10 pr. day. The Carysfort has been laying off and on since yesterday and will sail this evening as we learn for KauaL 23 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Monday June 19th 1843. About 4 o'ck this morning Mrs. Chamberlain was confined with a daughter ~ our eighth child. About 21/2 hours after confinement Mrs. C. was seized with pains & flowing and for a • short time we thought her in a dangerous situation ~ She obtained relief and was comfortable. Friday 23rd. Our babe after a period of suffering breathed its last about one o'clk this morning and was interred about 12 o'ck. It was quiet the day of its birth, and though its breathing was not so free and easy as indicated perfect health, yet we saw no reason to regard it diseased. On Tuesday it showed signs of illness which increased ~ Wednesday it required almost constant attendance and its crying was frequent and distressed ~ Thursday was a very trying day ~ its sufferings were great ~ at about 4 ock P.M. it gained relief by the operation of medicine, tho. it is not at all certain that it was entire & permanent: but a mistake in giving medicine by one of the attendants placed the hope of recovery quite beyond our reach. Its pains for several hours were intense, till exhausted nature and the power of anodynes united produced a quiescent state in which it continued breathing less & less till about 1 o'ck A.M. when its spirit took its departure. Mrs. Parker was in her attentions ~ Mrs. Conde and Mrs. Dole also were very attentive kind & sympathizing on the occasion. • It is a dark dispensation; but it is the Lord's hand ~ No blame can be attached to the act of giving the medicine. It was' a casualty beyond the direction of those who acted on the occasion. Tho. it is not certain that the child would not have died of its disease; yet the medicine in connection with it made death certain within a short period. The families and children met at 11 o'ck ~ Mr. Smith made remarks and prayed, and at about 12 o'ck our little one which we called Sarah Eliza was borne by Oromel and John Gulick to the grave yard where it was deposited petween the remains of Mrs. Lyons & Mrs. Castle. "So fades the lovely blooming flower Frail smiling solace of an hour." Monday July 3rd 1843. Several of the brethren made a call on board the English Sloop of War Hazard which arrived yesterday from the Soc. Islands and entered the harbor this morning. We were politely recd. by the Cap. whose name is BelL It is understood that he purposes to reciprocate attentions from Americans. • Wednesday July 5th. The Maryland which arrived on Saturday the 1st inst. from Mazatlan, sailed this day for Canton. The Carysfort sailed on Saturday for Hilo. 24 �LEVI VOLUME 24 The Hooikaika sailed we suppose for Hilo, to carry to Lord Paulet notice of the arrival of the Hazard. Dr. Smith sailed in the Hawaii on Tuesday for KauaL • The Paalua arrived from Maui & Hawaii, having landed supplies at Kau together with Mr. & Mrs. Paris. Thursday July 6 184.3. The Clarion sailed for Maui. The Keoua arrived from Hawaii & Maui. Mr. Locke returned in her from Lahaina. Friday 7th. The U. States Frigate Constellation arrived at this port 45 days from Canton. We have received no letters or publications by her. She was last from Amoy. It is stated there had been some disturbances in Canton ~ by mobs ~ that one factory or more had been demolished. The excitement of feeling had been anti English and was connected with the opium business. Saturday 8th. Called with several of the brethren on board the U.S. Frigate Constellation. Comre. Kearny was occupied when we arrived with Mr. Dudoit and we were reed. by Lt. Bailey and introduced to other officers and shown about the ship until the Come. was at liberty and Mr. Dudoit had retired ~ a salute being fired on occasion of his leaving for the shore. We made only a short tarry with the Come. who promised to return our call. Sabbath July 9 184.3. Mrs. Damon was confined with a son this evening. • Monday 10th. The Paalua sailed this evening for Waioli having been employed at $10 pr. day to go to Kauai for the effects of Mr. Alexander & to carry down those of Mr. Rowell. Mr. &.. Mrs. Gulick & Mrs. Conde took passage. Saturday l5th. The Paalua returned last evening from Kauai and sailed this afternoon with Mr. Alexan~er and family for Lahaina. Sabb~t416th. The Carysfort arrived from the windward ~ Salutes were exchanged between her & the Constellation. Wednesday 19th. The Schooner Hawaii having been chartered by us at $12 pr. day to go to Hana to carry Mr. Conde & Mr. & Mrs. Rice and their effects sailed this evening. Friday 21. Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong left in the Schooner Clarion for the windward, expecting to stop at Lahaina & thence proceed to Hawaii. Saturday July 22nd 184.3. Sarah Leslie was removed from Punahou to our house in the yard, where we • expect to lodge her for the present and take care of her. Sabbath July 23. The native service was conducted by Mr. Cooke both parts of the day. The Brig Delaware arrived from the U. States, via Soc. Islands. 25 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Monday July 24th. The Bark Newburyport arrived from Callao with naval stores. Reports that the U.S. Frigate U. States sailed two days previous to her leaving for these islands via the Gallapagoes & the Society • Islands. Tuesday 25. The whaling ships Bartholomew Gosnold, Cap. Russel, & James Munroe, Cap. Cushman, arrived from Lahaina; on board the former the King and some of his principal men came passengers. The ships are bound directly to the United States. Wednesday 26th. The English battle Ship Dublin, Admiral Thomas, arrived this day from Valparaiso. Salutes were exchanged between the Admiral & the Commanders of the Hazard & Constellation. The Carysford did not salute she being of the squadron commanded by Admiral Thomas. A polite note was addressed to the King by the Admiral requesting to know from his Majesty the time & place when & where he might have an interview to make inquiries in regard to the cession of the islands. Thursday July 27 1843. We learn that Admiral Thomas had an interview with the King; and the report is that the Sand. Islds. Flag is to be raised tomorrow, that it is not the policy of the Queen to distress weak nations. The Admiral has refused to have any intercourse with foreigners either of his own or other • nations, until he has adjusted his business with the King. The rumor is that he disapproves of the steps pursued by Lord Paulet. Saturday July 2Q. It is now settled that the Hawaiian Flag is to be restored. Admiral Thomas it seems formed this determination as soon as he received notice on the coast of what Lord Paulet had done. It is said that he made up his mind on the communications of Lord Paulet himself transmitted from the islands, consisting Qf the printed official correspondence and such statements & explanations as he was pleased to afford o(his procee~ings. It is said also that he detained communications addressed to Commodore Jones, with a view doubtless that he should be kept in ignorance of proceedings at this place; and that no obstacle should be thrown in the way of his own designs. And it may be he wished nothing to be done on the part of Cap. Jones that might seem to have influenced his conduct or affected his measures in regard to restoring to the King his rightful possessions. Monday July 311843. This day alike with the 25th of Feby. will be a day long to be remembered, an • epoch in Sandwich islands history - The Sandwich Island Flag has been restored. The King was escorted by native soldiery to the plain east of the village, to a conspicuous place staked off having a full view of the roads & offing. Two tents had been erected one on the north side of the 26 �LEVI VOLUME 24 enclosure and the other on the south. In front of the latter a flag staff was erected with the Sand. Isld Flag furled. Near this the King and Admiral Thomas took their position. The other tent was occupied by gentlemen & ladies from the village ~ Com. Kearny ~ the Acting Commercial Agent, officers for the • Constellation, Lt. Ball, Dr. Clymer, Whaling captains in port, merchants & traders, being spectators in and about the tent and the lines studded by natives & foreigners some on horse back and some on foot. Native soldiery formed part of the line on the side where the King had his position. Within the line and in front of the King marines from the three English ships in the port were drawn up and stood with their arms, having drawn out several brass field pieces. The whole number including officers being not far from 400. At a signal the Sandwich Islands flag was unfurled and the discharge from the field pieces commenced (the field pieces were discharged); shortly the guns of the fort were heard and the three English ships returned the salute. The cannon on the hill roared over our heads the Sand. Islds flag waving at the staff & the Consellation in the offing returned the salute. Three different standards were waving near the King ~ one the common standard of the nation. The other the Royal Standard and the other the Royal SignaL The marienes formed in Battalions under their respective officers preceded by the Artillery marched before the presence of the King & the admiral ~ the different officers waving their swords as they passed & :. the King lifting his hat as they were designated to him by the AdmiraL The different battalions also performed several evolutions discharged their field pieces & their musketry. At about 12 o'ck the procession retuf:!1-ed ~ the King being escorted to his mansion & the marines returned with their officers to their boats, and embarked to their respective ships. At one o:c1ock the King & chiefs walked in procession to the Stone Meeting house where prayer was offered by Mr, Smith, ~ the King made a short address ~ Stating to the chiefs & common people that in accordance With hi~ hope the life of his land had been restored. Called upon them to look to him as their sovereign ~ to obey the laws which he designed to uphold and to dispense justice. His speech was short. Dr. Judd then interpreted the communication of Admiral Thomas in which the flag was restored to the nation. This was followed by a speach from John Ii expressive of the joy which the occasion inspired and calling on all to praise God for his interposition in favor of the nation. The exercises were closed with a prayer by Mr. • , Smith. At 3 o'ck the King started from the wharf to dine on board the Admiral's ship ~ the Dublin. ~ He was ' saluted as he passed out by the Carysfort & Hazard and on his arrival on board the Dublin he was saluted by that ship and by the Constellation. 27 �LEVI VOLUME 24 The interval between the Kings return from the plain & proceeding to the meeting house was in part occupied in granting pardon to the officers & soldiery which had enlisted under Lord Pau1et ~ They had by • swearing allegiance to another sovereign forfeited their heads. Of this they were told by Mr. Smith in his prayer. Proclamation has been made that all prisoners are to be released ~ and the ~pahao remitted for the period of ten days. ~ and privileges granted to the people to improve this period in festivity & rejoicing: but no permission given to commit crime ~ if any are guilty of breaking the laws they are still liable to punishment. Surely this is a day of rejoicing for the Sandwich Islands as a nation. It has been a period of drouth, which has been much felt by the people in the neighborhood; but this morning, as tho the Lord would show his benignity to the people as well as to the King & the nation as such, there was a plentiful reign in the mountains, which filled the streams & sent a refreshing upon the farms & plantations. Praise the Lord for his goodness & for his wonderful works. Tuesday August 1st 1843. Seven of the brethren of this station in connection with Mr. Damon visited the Dublin Man of War. Our object was to call on Admiral Thomas. We met him coming in and so had not :. the pleasure of visiting him on board his ship. We were politely recd. by the officers and conducted through various parts of the ship, which is spacious and apparently in fine order. The ship is a razee carrying 50 guns formerly a Line of battle ship of 74 guns. Her tonage is 1780 tons and 500 is her complement of men. On our return to shore we learned that the Admiral was to be seen at the former office of the British Commissiofl, to which place we repaired and presented ourselves before his Excellency, who expressed regret that he had not been on board his vessel to receive us ~ We only stopped a moment and took our 1eavet At the offic~qf the Commission we met Lord George Pau1et whom we saluted with courtesy. We were introduced by Mr. Sea, who we understand has been created Consul. Thursday August 3rd 1843. An entertainment is this day given by the King in Nuuanu valley, to which all clases are invited. We learn this evening that the entertainment was very fully attended and that all parties were very much pleased. There were no spirits furnished except by those who chose to provide for their own private use, which was the case in a few instances. Admiral Thomas & Commodore Kearny • expressed themselves much gratified. There was a general tum out of the officers of the ships in port and of the citizens; the entertainment was graced by most of the ladies of the foreign families, ~ the English of the Lord Pau1et party excepted. 28 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Just before dark the United States ,Commo. Jones arrived & took her position between the Ie Constellation & Dublin. Friday Aug. 4, 1843. The U. States Sloop of War Cyane, Cap. Stribbling arrived this morning ~ There are now six ships of war at this place three of them English & three Americans. Saturday Aug. 12th. The brethren & sisters of the station received an invitation to visit the United States to partake of a lunch in company with the King. Most of the brethren of the station and some of the sisters went off ~ I went with Maria Jane & Martha Ann. A boat was in waiting for us at the wharf. We found various others on board, but no other ladies. It was rather rough & the ladies did not enjoy their visit owing to sea sickness. Martha Ann was so sick as to vomit. We returned at an early hour. The King embarked from the U. States on board the SChr' Hooikaika to return to MauL The Constellation Comre. Kearny got under way at the same time to escort his Majesty. Monday Aug. 14. The Constellation retd. this morning & came to anchor again having attended the King & seen his vessel safe at the anchorage. Had a call this forenoon from Admiral Thomas & his Secretary Mr. Pinhorn. Wednesday Aug. 16, 1843. The Constellation sailed this morning bound for California. • Thursday Aug. 17. Mrs. Hooper had a large party this evening to which all the br. & sisters of the station (in health) were invited ~ Only a few however graced the party with their presence, where I understand fashionable amusements were rife. Friday 1 B. Mrs. Dimond had a party consisting of Admiral Thomas, Mr. Pinhorn & son, Com. Jones & Cap. Stribling and various members of the mission at this station. Saturday 19. The United States sailed about 12 o'ck this day destined for the Soc. Islands. Sarah Le~lie was taken to Mr. Smiths this day. Monday 21. Mrs. Cooke was confined this evening with a daughter. Friday 25. The Carysfort sailed this evening bound hence to Hilo to carry instructions to the Dublin to depart without delay for the Soc. Islands. From Hilo the Carysfort is bound to California & then to the Gulf ~ She will send a boat in to Mazatlan. Saturday Aug. 26. Being the anniversary of the birth of Prince Albert, the day was noticed by Admiral • Thomas by an entertainment at Hale Kauila which he occupies and the King was one of the guests . Sabbath August 27 1843. Mr. Damon preached at the Chapel a sermon on occasion of the loss of the captain & 5 men belong to ship Elizabeth of Freetown. The ship was on the N. W. Coast in pursuit of 29 �LEVI VOLUME 24 whales. The captain had lowered and passed about half a mile from the ship where he became fast to a whale. Just at that time a cloud arose in direction and passing along the boat was enveloped by the fog. '. When the cloud had gone by nothing was to be seen of the boat: ~ other boats were let down which went in search of the lost boat, but nothing could be seen of it. The vessel then continued the search until 1 o'ck of next day, when the boat was discovered bottom up and fast to a whale. The whale went down again carrying the boat along with him. Shortly after the boat was discovered again detached from the whale. The boat was taken up and from the best judgment that could be formed from the appearance of the boat it was concluded that the line had got entangled and the boat had been carried down and all the men drowned. Monday Aug. 28. This is my birth day, I have completed my 51 year. Vacation commences to day to continue 2 weeks ~ Mrs. Dole went to Kaneohe on Saturday for a short visit ~ & Mr. Parker took home his children. Wednesday Aug. 30th 1843. Mr. & Mrs. Rowell left in the Paalua for Waioli, the vessel having been employed to take down Mr. Rowell & bring up Mr. Gulick & his effects & take them to Molokai and land • Mrs. Conde at Lahaina: for doing which we are to pay $100 ~ Mr. Knapp & Mr. Johnstone went down as passengers. Monday Sep. 4 1843. Had a meeting of the trustees of the School at Punahou in order to decide upon changing the plan of the addition about to be made to the buildings ~ We dedided to add about two feet to the length of the addition and thus to enlarge the size of the closets. By making this addition the buildings will be extended in length to correspond with the School Room. Thursday Sep. 7th. Mr. Armstrong & wife arrived from Lahaina in the Sch. Hooikaika with his effects which had beep- brought round from Wailuku. A party this evening on board the Cyane made by the officers to which all the missionaries of this station were invited but which was attended by none of us. Have had a heavy shower today. Saturday Sep. 9th 1843. The Paalua arrived from Kauai this morning bringing Mr. & Mrs. Gulick & two children, Mrs. Conde and little daughter, Mr. Knapp & Mr. Johnstone & one of his scholars. She left • Koloa on Tuesday, and will remain here until Monday morng. Mrs. Conde stops with us . Had a call from Cap. Stribling this afternoon. Mr. Parker came over with his two children from Kaneohe, as school is to commence on Monday. 30 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Monday Sep. 11. The Paalua sailed for Maui & Molokai. Mr. Gulick went on with his effects, Mrs. Conde & child. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp on a voyage for health. Mrs. Gulick remains with flll the children and • boards at Mr. Rogers in company with two of her children the rest being at Punahou. The Ship of War Store Ship arrived 21 days from Callao ~ having Comore. Dallas on board. Mr. Brown we hear has gone on to Tahiti & the Comore. has sent orders from Comore. Jones in the U. States to come on to this port. Tuesday Sep. 12. Mrs. Rogers was confined with a daughter. Had company this evening Cap. Stribling ~ invited others but they did not come had also Mr. & Mrs. Armstrong. Wednesday Sep. 13 1843. Had an interview with Commodore Dallas at the Compting Room of Mr. Hooper. Saw also and was introduced to Cap. Duke of the Eri and other officers, among them Lt. Howison who was in the Peacock comd. by Cap. Ap. C. Jones on her first visit to these islands in 1826. Thursday Sep. 14. By invitation of Admiral Thomas the families of this station visited him at his residence at the Govt. house near the fort to a "tea party)) where none were present by our own number & Mrs. Damon. We had a very pleasant visit. Friday Sep. 15. Had a call this fornoon from Com Dallas, Cap. Stribling & Lt. Howison in return of our • calL Saturday Sep. 16. By an arrival from Columbia River of one of the Hudson Bay Comps. Barques letters have been recd. from brethren on the Oregon. We also learn that Mr. Rogers & wife and a young sister of hers were drowned in April at the Willammette falls. Several of the Methodist brethren have come down in the vesseL The names mentioned are Mr. Lee, Dr. Babcock & Mr. Frost & family. S.abbath Sep. 17th 1843. A contribution was called for by Mr. Armstrong to be made by the church & congregation for cap,-celing the debt of the Meeting House amounting to about $93 ~ being the balance of several hundreds. Somewhat over $40 was contributed. The evening services were conducted at the chapel by Rev. Daniel Lee who arrived yesterday from the Oregon. The congregation was pretty full but the discourse of the preacher did not savor very much of the "Schools)). Monday 18th. Made a call in the village & met with the Methodist brethren from the Oregon ~ Messrs. • Lee & Frost & Dr. Babcock. Mrs. Frost made a call on Mrs. Chamberlain as did also Mr. Lee. Sarah Leslie was removed from Mr. Dimonds where she has been a fortnight to Mr. Hall's. The Hooikaika in coming into the harbor this morning from Kauai struck on a reef and received some 31 �LEVI VOLUME 24 damage. She was towed in by boats from shore. Thursday 21st. Had company this day to dinner & tea. Mr. Lee & family & Mrs. Dr. Babcock & two '. children & Mrs. Dole to dinner and in addition to these Dr. Babcock Mr. Dole & Miss Smith to tea. A small Schooner, Cap. Dominis, arrived from Canton. He sold the Brig Joseph Peabody in which he went to China & chartered this to return in. He could not take the goods for us which we ordered by him Mr. Williams remitted the proceeds of the money sent by Mr. Castle in a bill on Messrs. Peirce & Brewer by which a loss was made of about $19. Sabbath Sep. 24 1843. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper was celebrated in the native church ~ to a large number of communicants. Monday Sep. 25. Mrs. Chamberlain spent part of the day in making a visit at Mrs. John Paty's in the valley of Nuuanu. By the Brig Cayuga which arrived this day from Mazatlan received letters from Mr. HilL The intelligence respecting the cession of the islands is, that England disavows the proceedings of Lord Paulet. The American papers have a good deal to say in regard to the outrageous conduct of the English at this place, in the affair of the cession. • ~ Mr. Hall mentions that Mr. & Mrs. Bingham were in Manlius, N.Y. that Mr. B.s health was not good & that the health of Mrs. B. continues to be so feeble that it may prevent their return to the islands. The latest notices of Mr. Richards and Haalilio were, that they were in Paris 1st of June. Tuesday,Sep. 26,1843. Cap. Cox & Cap. Stewart took tea with us this evening. Wednesday Sep. 27. The Schooner Basilisk Cap. Hunt arrived 41 days from Valparaiso, by her I reed. a letter from tD-y nephew Henry Wheeler Chamberlain dated Octr. 17 1841, which has been nearly 2 years on its way. Thursday Sep. 28. Had to tea Admiral Thomas, Mr. Pinhorn & Cap. Hunt ~ and spent an agreeable evening. Had also Mrs. Dimond & Mrs. Gulick. Finished the last proof of the 8 vo. edition of the Bib. & Test. Friday Sep. 29. Had company to tea Mrs. Calkin, Miss Goodale, Mr. Gibson, Miss Smith, Mr. Dole & Mr. Armstrong. • Saturday Sep. 30. Sarah Leslie has been brought i~ from Mr. Hall's to take another tum with us. She is considerably more feeble than when she was with us before; & she is thought to be near her end. I have however an opinion that she will continue a considerable time longer. Her sister Mary has been attending 32 �LEVI VOLUME 24 upon her for a few days past and will continue with her for the present. We have given up our front room • • for their accommodation. Sabbath Octr 1st. The Sacrament of the Lord)s Supper was administered at the Chapel this evening. Thursday Octr 5 1843. The British Sloop of War Hazard arrived this morning from St. BIas having been absent 59 days. She brings no news. Friday Octr. 6. The Katch Basilisk of the British Squadron sailed this day with despatches for St. BIas. Yesterday as I was passing the burying ground of the Catholics) in our neighborhood my attention was attracted to two persons ~ a woman and a lad as they appered to me) kneeling before a grave) apparently engaged in prayer. The sight) though not entirely a new one) produced feelings somewhat of wonder. I said to a native who like myself was contemplating the scene) "What are those persons about. He replyed with promptness) "They are praying to the ground.)) "E pule ana ike lepd). Alas! they were praying to the ground or to what would avail them no more) if it was for the dead they were praying. Saturday Octr. 7. Recd. letters today from Maui & Hawaii. ~ Kohala ~ Mrs. Bond had been quite ill; but was convalescent. Wednesday Octr. 11. At 25 minutes past 6 dck this evening Sarah Leslie breathed her last. A diarrhea • commenced yesterday. I had set up with her the night previous. She had been failing for a considerable time particularly after the reception of the intelligence of the death of her two sisters. That event she laid very much to heart ~ the world seemed to have lost all its charms and death was an event she seemed ardently to desire. In the near prospect of death she spoke of the Savior)s being precious to her souL On his blood & righteousness she said she placed her only confidence. We hope her soul is now at rest. It is not for us to judge the heart ~ her frailties) follies & sins were all known to the Lord which is better than life. Thursday Octr. 12th 1843. The funeral of Sarah Leslie was attended at my house at 4 o)clock this afternoon. Mr. Dole conducted the funeral services ~ The Methodist brethren & sisters attended) some of the residents also & most of the brethren sisters & children of the mission families at this station ~ The Scholars of the school to which the deceased belonged walked as mourners. Mr. Cooke & the scholars of his school also attended. Her remains were deposited in a line with the grave of Dr. Geirdner just outside • the paling. Monday Octr. 16th. Geo. Brown Esqr. Commissioner from the United States Govt. to this Govt. arrived this morning in the Schooner Catharine from the Society Islands (29 days). By him various letters 33 �LEVI VOLUME 24 from the U. States for different members of the mission came to hand. It is reported that the French Govt. intend to restore the $20,000 exacted from the nation, by Cap. • LaPlace with interest. It is stated on what authority I do not know, that the act of Cap. Laplace was quite unauthorized, and that the reason that the subject of returning the money had not reed. previous attention was that other objects had so engrossed the minister on whom the business devolved that it had been forgotten. Thursday Octr. 19 1843. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp arrived in a whaling ship from Lahaina and were accompanied by Mr. Dibble. Friday 20th. A party this evening at the house of Mr. Dimond, Comdre. Dallas, Cap. Stribling, Mr. Brown & others were the guests. Sabbath 22nd. Mr. Dibble preached at the chapel this forenoon. Tuesday 24. Mr. Locke having been invited by Mr. Dole to spend a few days at Punahou left us with his three little children to make a visit up there: it being the expectation that he will return again to our house after he has finished his visit. Wednesday 25. The child ofMr. Armstrong is very low and the children ofMr. Armstrong at Punahou • came down with me to see their little brother who is not expected to live very long. I learned on going to Punahou that Mr. Locke was attacked sometime in the night or early in the morning with cholic, and being in great distress he desired the attendance of Dr. Judd. As soon as I had got down with the children ofMr. Armstrong I rode to Dr. J.s place ofbusinessj but was unable to secure his attendance as he is making preparation to go to Lahaina with Mr. Brown the Commissioner from our Government. I th~n went to the place of Dr. Wood and requested him to visit Mr. Locke as soon as possible; which qe did and made such prescriptions as the case seemed to require. Thursday Octr. 26 1843. The U. States Sloop of War Cyane sailed with Mr. Brown for Lahainaj who goes up to present his credentials to the king with a view to his recognition by this govt. as a Commissioner from the U. States Govt. Dr. Judd goes in attendance. Friday 27th. Mrs. Castle after having been in labor most of the day was delivered of a son this evening ~ it was still born having been strangled by the umbilical cord ~ that being drawn at birth twice around its • neck. Saturday 28. The youngest son of Mr. Armstrong died at about three o'clock this morning. Both of the children were interred this afternoon the funerals being attended at the house of Mr. Armstrong. 34 �• over night at Punahou and set out for Ewa next day intending to pass the night at Ewa and on Wednesday to return home. 35 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Mrs. C. was taken unwell. Friday, Novr. 3, 1843. The Cyane arrived last night from Lahaina ~ Mr. Brown returned in her having • received an acknowledgment from the King as resident Commissioner from the U. S. govt. Dr. Judd also came down having recd. the appointment of Secy. of State for For. Affairs. Monday Novr. 6. The Cyane sailed this morning bound to California and Mazatlan. Wednesday Novr. 8th. The Erie, Commodore Dallas sailed this day bound, as we learn, for Valparaiso. Mrs. Dole came down with Lucy Locke in my wagon this morning, with a view to call upon the Doctor in reference to Lucy's health. She has not recovered from the illness with which she was affected sometime previous to the death of her father. She needs special attention. (Tuesday Novr. 7th). Thursday 9th. The Victoria sailed for Hilo this day. (Monday Novr. 13 S.) Thursday Novr. 16 1843. Visited this evening at Mr. Hoopers. The party consisted of most of our families, Mr. & Mrs. Damon, the Methodist missionaries,Mr. Brown the Commissoner, & Cap. Snow. Monday Novr. 20 S Saturday, 25 S E Decr. 8 S • Saturday Novr 18 1843. Just before sundown the Barque Bhering, Cap. Snow sailed having on board Messrs. Lee & Frost & their families, bound directly for the United States. We send all the boxes & package which we had on hand for the U. States together with many letters. I have made out a larger package th8ll usual ~ sent to the secretaries of the Am. Bib. soc. ~ and Am. Tract Society ~ an~ various communications to the Board and letters for my children. Sabbath Novr. 19. Mr. Rowell arrived this evening from Kauai in Schooner Hawaii. He left Koloa on Thursday haying brought his family from Waioli; and he left them with Dr. Smith. Mrs. Smith was confined with a daughter on Friday momg. Novr. 10th. Tuesday Novr. 21st. Mr. Rowell rode in company with Mr. Johnson to Waialua. His object is to examine the effects of Mr. Locke and determine what articles are private. Mr. Armstrong is conducting a series of protracted meetings among the people commencing at Waialae. A Brigantine arrived from the Soc. Islands reports the Com. Jones in the United States, had been at • Tahiti and that he left for Valparaiso a few days before the Brigantine sailed. A French fleet was at the Marquesas consisting of one line of battle ship, two frigates two sloops of war and several steamers; that they were expected to visit Tahiti, and that one of them would sail ere long for this place. 36 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Thursday Novr. 23 1843. Mr. Rowell returned from Waialua this evening accompanied by Mr. A. B. Smith. They have caused the remains of Mrs. Locke and her son Henry to be disinterred and they are to be • brought to this place to be buried by the side ofMr. Locke. Friday Novr. 24. Mr. Johnson and family embarked in the Schooner Paa1ua which has been chartered by Cap. Bernard for Waioh. The vessel sailed about four oclock this P.M. The remains of Mrs. Locke & Henry were interred by the side of those of MI. Locke. Saturday NovI. 25. Mr. A. B. Smith left this morning for Ewa accompanied by Lucy and Martha Locke the care of whom he has assumed. He will stop at Ewa till after the Sabbath and conduct worship there, as Mr. Bishop will go to Waialua to officiate in MI. Smith's congregation. Wednesday Novr. 29. Mr. Bishop having arrived from Ewa a meeting of the Central Committee which had been appointed for this day took place in the Depository Room. Levi Chamberlain was Chairman and Samuel N. Castle was chosen Scribe. The subjects for the consideration of the Committee were introduced by a letter of Mr. Emerson. 1st. The appointment given to Mr. Bailey to prepare a Geography and Atlas not being likely to be fulfilled. The appointment was transferred conditionally to MI. Bishop. • 2nd. The furnishing of maps for the Schools. As it was not clear to the Come. that the mission would be able to p~rchase them of Mr. Andrews, it was concluded to order from the U. States the means for doing the work of engraving here with the expectation that Mr. Dimond will be able to take direction of it. A third s4bj ect was the concerns of Mr. Locke: and the settlement of these was referred to the Secular Agency to ~e done in accordance with rules & regulations of the Board. An examination was had conducted of the school at Punahou this afternoon. Mrs. Chamberlain spent the day at the establishment and I went up with Mr. Rowell who is boarding with us, and took dinner. Friday Decr. 1st 1843. The present term of the school at Punahou closed and is to be followed by a vacation of two weeks. Saturday Decr. 2nd. Mr. Parker came over for his two children who have been in the school and returned with them this afternoon. Mr. Rowell left for Koloa in the Schr. Hooikaika. • Monday Decr. 4th 1843. The first week of vacation commences this day ~ Monthly Concert this evening at the house of Mr. Armstrong as usuaL Wednesday Decr. 6. A protracted meeting commence this day in the congregation ofMr. Smith. 37 �LEVI VOLUME 24 (Lowell). Sabbath Deer. 10. The whale ship Willm. & Eliza, Cap. Rogers sailed this day bound for New York. We • sent letters &c. Monday Deer. 11. By letters form Kauai we learn that Mr. Knapp has had a new attack of raising blood much more severe than the former and is considered to be peculiarly in danger. Monday Deer. 18. School commenced at Punahou. Letters from Kauai state that Mr. Knapp was more comfortable; but very weak. Mr. Whitney watched with him on the night of the 14th and he states that he was as helpless as an infant. Tuesday Deer. 19 1843. The Ketch Basilisk arrived this morning from St. BIas. She brought no foreign letters, as those will come by the Hazard, which had gone to Mazatlan, and is to bring down General Millar, who has been appointed Consul General and comes attended by his neice. We may expect this vessel in about 10 days. A Barque arrived from CoL River connected with the H. B. Compy ~ Mr. Leslie who has been expected does not come. He has been prevented by the state of his health, having a tumour supposed to be a cancer and he remains to come under the operation of medical treatment. • We learn that a body of settlers of about one thousand in number piloted by Dr. Whitman has arrived in the Oregon~ We learn also that the Board had reversed their decision to give up the Southern branch of the Oregon mission and that Mr. Spalding remains. Saturday Deq. 23 1843. A French Corvette arrived this day for the Society Islands, and entered the harbor with,oll-t coming to outside. She fired a national salute which was returned from the Fort. The chq.mpio.n, British Sloop of War sailed just at evening, bound hence to St. BIas. Sent some letters to go across the Continent. Thursday Jany 41844. A protracted meeting which commenced on Monday in Mr. Armstrong's cong. closed this evening. Mr. Bishop & Mr. L.Smith assisted in the labors: The meeting has seemed to produce a good effect on the chh. and on those under chh. censure. The French Corvette Boussole Commandant Vrignaud sailed this day for Mazatlan. Did not write by this opportunity. • Sabbath Jany 7th 1844. The Lord's Supper was celebrated in the 1st native church. Upwards of 100 new members were received. The house was filled with communicants, and the season was one of more than ordinary interest. The church appears to be in some degree revived. The recent protracted meeting has 38 �LEVI VOLUME 24 evidently had a good effect-: quite a number of persons who had been under censure were restored to !e communion. In the evening the Lord's Supper was administered in the ChapeL Mr. Damon seems to feel a deep interest in the welfare of the church: but there does not seem much life in the members. The Lord revive his work among the foreigners. Friday Jany 12. Returned this afternoon from Waialua. I set out on Tuesday afternoon and reached Ewa just after sun down, tarried there during the night and started for Waialua about 8 o'ck next day. Mr. Hall left Honolulu about an hour earlier than I did at Ewa and overtook me on the road. We reached Waialua about one o'ck. Our object was to look at the state of the sugar cane on the plantation of the Manual Labor School of Mr. Locke and to make arrangements to have it manufactured. We entered into a written agreement with Wm. Perry, the man left in charge with the plantation, stipulating to allow him one half of the molasses for manufacturing he to sustain all the expense of doing the work, in all its parts. We walked over the plantation and inspected the cane, and found it in some places light and in other • promising a good crop . We inspected also the herd; many of the cattle are in rather poor condition and some of them appear also very welL The state of religion at the station is very low. Some of the natives attribute the state of things to the system ~ursued by the missionary of the station. He does not visit the people at their houses, nor encourage them to be familiar with him at his own house; he depends upon his Sabbath day pulpit exercises. It being his view that the best way to do good to the people is to furnish himself in the study and to come to the people ip the house of God on the Sabbath day: But this does not satisfy the people. They wish to be on familiar terms, and they need to be visited and stirred up. We left Waialua at about 9 o'ck and reached home in about 6 hours. I was much fatigued, having never in the course of my life rode so great a distance in so short a time. The distance being upward of 30 miles. Tuesday, January 16, 1844. The old native meeting house first opened for worship July 3, 1829, having been sold to Government, a company of men commenced this day the work of stripping off the thatching • with the view of taking it down for the sake of the timber. The house was built by the Govt. under the superintendence of Kekuanaoa & Manuia. The former being Kaahumanu's head man & the latter Boki's. It was built in 1829, and was occupied as a place of worship about 13 years. During the time of worshiping in 39 �LEVI VOLUME 24 this house the Church must have received an accession of at least 1000 persons. Of many it will doubtless ie be said, This and that man was born in her. Friday Jany 19: 1844. We have had for several days stormy weather ~ the wind from the sea ~ with heavy showers of rain. I have not however been prevented taking the children to Punahou to school ~ Wednesday was the most uncomfortable day of the series. Tuesday lany 23rd. The natives who have been employed since the 16th with some intervals in taking down the old meeting house made a finishing this day of the standing timbers ~ none are now standing tho they are not all removed from the ground. Saturday Jan.y 27, 1844. Mrs. Parker arrived from Kaneohe and took lodgings with us. Friday Feby 2nd. Mrs. Parker returned to Kaneohe. She visited during her stay at Punahou one night stopped at Mr. Castles one night. The rest of the time she stopped with us her two children Henry and Mary members of Punahou school visited with us ~ at least at night. Mrs. Castle and daughter went to Kaneohe for a short visit ~ Mr. Castle took them most of the way to the Pali in a horse wagon. The rest of the way they were carried by natives; and Mr. Castle returned. He • will take his meals with us during the absence of his wife . - Saturday Feby 3. The Hazard arrived from Mazatlan and brought letters. A letter was reed. from Mr. Greene and letters also from Mr. HilL We are informed that the Brig Globe, Cap. Doane, was to sail 1st of Deer. with supplies for the mission and four ordained missionaries and Maria Whitney as an assistant missionary. Dr. A.nderson sailed 11 Oct. for the lvledeterranean to be absent till June next, on a visit to the missions in that ~egion. Sabbath, Feby 4th. Cap. McKenzie master of a whaling ship attended native service in the morning and made a very good a~dress to the people, which was interpreted by Mr. Armstrong. Cap. McKenzie visited these islands in 1822 and several times subsequently. He was not then religious: about two years ago he experienced religion. He has been accustomed to speak publicly on the subject of temperance and with a good deal of effect. He attended our last Wednesday evening meeting and made a short address: he also made one of the prayers. He seems to be decidedly on the Lord's side and zealously engaged in religion. Tuesday Feby 6 1844. Mr. Lowell Smith sailed in the Pilot for Koloa. He goes to attend a protracted • meeting . Wednesday Feby 7. The Schr. Hawaii sailed for Lahaina. Mr. & Mrs. Calkin go up. Mr. C. we understands goes in capacity of Consular agent. He wishes to occupy the vacant Missionary house at 40 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Lahaina. I referred him to Mr. Baldwin. Ie Thursday Feby 8th. The Hazard sailed for Maui to carry the Admiral, GenL Miller & Neice &-Dr. Judd. Gen. Miller being Consul General he goes to pay his respects to the King & to be acknowledged in that capacity. A salute of 13 guns was given to Dr. J. when he went on board in virtue of his office as Secy. of For Affairs. Tuesday Feby 13 1844. The Hazard arrived this morning from Lahaina with the personages that went in her from this place on Thursday last. There has been a great excitement of the natives on account of the discovery of a spring of water in Puuwaena, (Punchbowl Hill) which it is said did not exist previous to the present time. It is probably owing to the abundant rains with which we have been visited of late: and perhaps to the increasing capacity of the substratum to retain the water absorbed by the earth. The lava substratum is constantly decomposing and the clayey basis is continually increasing in quantity and in power to retain water. I visited the wonderful spring and found that the quantity of water was very small and I formed the opinion that the source would dry up as soon as the rains are over. • Mr. A. B. Smith having sent from Waialua the means of conveying Mary Sabin Locke thither Mrs. Chamberlain accompanied by Mr. Castle set out to attend her. They left between three & four o'clock this after [noon] and will stop at Ewa tonight. Wednesday Feby 14. Call this forenoon on GenL Miller who has taken the house of Mr. Charlton, former British Consul, where he resides with his neice and Mr. Robt. C. Wyllie his Secretary. Thursday 15th. Mrs. Chamberlain returned this afternoon from Waialua, having left there this morning & returned in about 5 hours. A house belonging to Haalilio was consumed by fire this evening. No account could be given of the cause of its taking fire no persons resided in the house and it seemed to commence from the outside. It is the house which was occupied by the British Commission. Friday Feby 16th 1844. Called with several of the brethren on Gen. Miller. Mrs. Chamberlain & Mrs. Castle called on his neice. The families of this station took tea with Admiral Thomas by previous invitation at the Govt. House. • The company was confined to the Miss. families with the exception of Gen. Miller & neice & Mr. Pinhorn & Mr. Wyllie. Saturday Feby 17th. Recd. a call from Gen. Miller & neice & Mr. Wyllie. The called upon all the 41 i ______________________________ �LEVI VOLUME 24 families. Sabbath Feby 18th. Mrs. Chamberlain attended service at the Seamen's Chapel this morning ~ the first '. time for more than a year that she has attended in the day and also to walk down. Wednesday 21st. Dined this day in company with Mrs. Chamberlain at Mr. Damon's. Saw there a journal of General Miller containing an account of his journal during his residence at these islands in 1831. His remarks give evidence of his being a man of observation and reflection as well as a good degree of candor. Thursday February 22nd 1844. The youngest child of Mr. Wm. Paty was buried this afternoon. It died of a disease similar to that which caused the death of Mrs. Lowell Smiths child about 2 years ago. Mr. & Mrs. Knapp and Dr. & Mrs. Smith arrived this morning from Kauai in the Schooner Honolulu. Mr. Knapp is quite comfortable, though it is feared that he has a settled consumption. Dr.Smith's health is not very good: and Mrs. S. is feeble. Rev. Lowell Smith came up also in the Hawaii from Kauai. The Modeste Eng. Sloop of War arrived this afternoon from Mazatlan. The Dublin arrived just about the same time. The Dublin is last from the Soc. lsI. and Hilo, we had • heard of her being at the latter place. Monday Feby 26. An interview was invited by Dr. Judd at his house this evening at 8 o'ck to take leave of Admiral Thomas: It was a general invitation including the foreign community and the missionaries. So bright an assemblage I have never before witnessed at the islands. The house and yard were illuminated. An auning was spread over a part of the passage in the front of the house adorned with green boughs and illuminated with l!1nternsj as a promenade. A majority of the principal residents both male & female were present. Gen. Miller & neice, Mr. Dudoit & lady, & Mr. Brown, U.S. Commissioner were present. Also Mr. Hooper acting U.S. Consul & Mr. Sea. The Admiral seemed gratified with the attentions offered by all classes. Mr. Hooper read a farewell address drawn up to express the sentiments of respect entert:'lined by the Am. subjects residing in Honolulu. A hymn or song written by Mr. Hall was sung in the tune God Save the King, which was well received. "Sweet Home" also was sung at the close of which the Admiral & suit took leave ~ the Admiral going round & shaking hands with the ladies old & young and with the gentlemen • also. After which the party dispersed . The Admiral has fixed on tomorrow for the day of his departure: but there is some doubt as to his being able to get away. The wind has been blowing from the sea ~ a Kana having set in ~ and the Dublin in 42 �LEVI VOLUME 24 consequence of it got under way from her anchorage in the roads. In taking up her anchor the chain parted and she left her anchor. She will therefore be detained till she can get it up. It is feared she will not be able • to do this tomorrow. Tuesday, Feby 27, 1844. The Dublin which stood off yesterday made her appearance about noon standing in for the anchorage: but as danger would attend reanchoring ~ the Kona still continuing ~ and the anchor not being attainable on account of the wind, she stood off after having maneuvered sometime in the offing. The Hudson's Bay Barque, Columbia from Columbia River arrived this afternoon. Learn that Rev. Jason Lee and Mr. & Mrs. Hinds and children are on board. Experienced a heavy shower in going after the children this evening. Wednesday Feby. 28th. The Hooikaika sailed this afternoon bound for Mazatlan. She beat out against a Southerly wind which has been blowing some days. Rev. Jason Lee took passage, it being his design to cross the continent to escape the delay that would attend a passage by the way of Cape Hom. Friday March 1st. Mr. Forbes arrived in a whalg. ship from Lahaina. Company Gen. Miller & others at Mr. Castles. • Saturday March 2nd 1844. The Hazard H.B.M. Sloop of War, Cap. Bell, proceeded out of the harbor this morning on her way for Sidney. Sabbath 3rd. The King arrived this morng. in the Keoua and was saluted by the Dublin with 21 guns. Monday, March 4th 1844. H.B.M. Frigate Dublin of 50 guns, commdd. by Admiral Thomas sailed this morning, having succeeded in getting up her lost anchor; and stood off on a wind and was soon out of sight. The like of Rear Aqmiral Thomas, in the same capacity, we cannot expect soon again to see at this port. Wednesday M'l-fch 6th. This evening about 8 ock the Brig Chenamus laying at Ladd & Co's wharf was discovered to be on fire. Having a quantity of powder on board the first thought of the mate, who was in the cabin, was to secure that: but was utterly unable to get at it. The seat and extent of the fire not being known, the next precaution was to close the vessel and attempt to smother the fire. This being done the next step was to scuttle her which by the help of men from the Eng. Ship of War in port was effected by cutting several holes in her side. • The loss must be very great to the owners of the cargo, as being submerged, the goods on board all of which were for the Columbia River, must be materially damaged and they must be sold at auction for the benefit of all concerned. 43 �LEVI VOLUME 24 Friday March 8th 1844. The last term of the year of the school at Punahou closed this afternoon and a vacation of three month commences. Saturday. The Brig Chenamus has been freed from her watery berth & the water with which she was • filled and the cargo is now being removed. The cause of the fire has not been decided upon. The vessel is said not to be much injured. Monday March 11th. An auction to day of the goods from Brig Chenamus at the wharf of Ladd & Co. Every article of course has been drenched with water; and such articles as are liable to be injured by being wet are very much damaged. Tuesday 12th. The Keoua sailed for Maui & Hawaii) Mr. Forbes took passage accompanied by all the scholars of Punahou schL whose parents belong to the windward islands. Wednesday 13th. The Victoria sailed for Lahaina and took the King.. Monday March 25th 1844. A protracted meeting at Ewa. Since Friday night have been unwelL Wednesday 27th. Dr. Smith sailed in Schr. Clarion for Kawaihae) the object of his visit is to attend on Mrs. Bond in expected conft. Yesterday evening had Gen. Miller & neice and Mr. Wyllie to tea; also Dr. & Mrs. Smith & Mr. & Mrs . • Knapp. Thursday 28th. Took tea with several members of the mission at Mr. Dominis. An act of the government is exciting a considerable attention. It was taking by force a native youth from a whaling ship. He is a minor and has a father at Lahaina who was unwilling that the youth should prosecute the Voyage. The boy had been taken without his consent to the U. States, there he had shipped in a whaler; a:q.d pn his return to his father at Maui) his father wished to retain him) but did not succeed. When the vesse~ a~i~ed here he was demanded and not being delivered immediately; a boat was sent with , a magistrate and armed force: in consequence of which he was delivered up by the Mate: and the Captain has been fined for contempt of court. Against this treatment the Captain has protested. It is thought that the governor was hasty or at any rate he did not exercise that wise forbearance calculated to conciliate and accommodate matters. I have not learned all the particulars and therefore I do not feel able to give an opinion further than to say that the govt. had better err on the side of forbearance • than on the other side. Friday March 29th. Mrs. Hall started for Waialua) will stop at Ewa to night. Saturday 30th. The mission families are invited to take tea at Consul Gen. Millers) this evening, 44 �LEVI VOLUME 2,4 Attended with Mrs. Chamberlain. Ie Tuesday April 2nd 1844. The Brig Chenamus sailed for Columbia River. Dr. Babcock & family & Mr. Hinds & family and Miss Leslie ~ (Mary) took passage. The Barque Columbia sailed also for CoL River ~ a H.B. Com. vesseL Wednesday ApL 3rd. Mrs. Hall returned this evening from Waialua. Saturday April 6th. We are informed that on Sabbath last Dr. Judd invited a meeting of several of the principal merchants for consultation on a matter of Government which he conceived to be pressing. The brethren have felt grieved by this act and I felt it my duty to invite him to a private interview on the subject. He met me at half past 7 o'clock this evening and I had a free conversation with him on the subject and also on the general state of his heart as regards religious affections. His explanation of the interview with the foreigners on Sabbath last, was, that a communication from Gen. Miller on the subject of the lot of land claimed by Mr. Charlton, which had occupied a correspondence for some days previous, came to hand Saturday evening, and from the tenor of it he supposed it was the purpose of the Consul General to take forcible possession on Monday. Owing to this impression he felt it his duty to take advice and in pursuance of this feeling he had called a few of the gentlemen of the village to a conference with • him on the subject of what was expedient to be done. Although I could not justify the step or attempt any palliation of it as a breach of the Sabbath, I could not but feel and admit that he was conscientious in acting as he did: that he acted under mistaken notions of duty. He did not appear to be convinced that with the vi~ws ~hich he then entertained of the steps about to be taken that he did wrong in calling the meeting to seek Ci-dvice. Our conversation was in the kindest terms and with tender feelings and after I had got through yvith what I had to say, I proposed that we should pray together which we did. I prayed first and he fol1Q\V~q. fIe thanked me for my faithfulness and we parted with mutual good feelings. I do not not pretend to judge his motives no decide his. case ~ as it stands in the view of God the Judge. My prayer is that he may be kept from doing anything to injure the cause of religion & from anything to grieve his brethren. A wish which I expressed very strongly to him. Sabbath April 7th 1844. The Communion was celebrated in the native church in the afternoon and at the Chapel in the evening. • Monday 8th. The Congaree arrived this forenoon 149 days from Boston. The passengers are Mr. Marshall, wife & sister & Mr. Jarves. An auction occurred to day at the house of Mr. Charlton for the sale of property on execution for a 45 �LEVI VOLUME 24 debt. The money was tendered for the debt and charges of court and what the defendents agent regarded as ie reasonable fee for the Sheriff's services; but he refused to pay the whole charge and protested against the sale. Mr. E W. Thompson the Auctioneer & Sheriff refused to accept of the sum tendered, and the sale proceeded. Tuesday April 9th 1844. The premises of Charlton not having been sold yesterday with the furniture they were offered today. The deed signed by Kalaimoku was presented covering a grant of about 10 acres, including the ground & front where the house stands ~ the lot sold to Cap. Dominis and a larger extent outside of the wall not enclosed and a large lot occupied by natives & others. The lease was sold with the statement that it would secure to the purchaser the building & land enclosed and all without the enclosure that the purchaser could lay claim to, in other words all that others could not show a valid claim for. It was knocked off to Cap. Dominis for $5525. Saturday ApL 13. 1844. Reed. letters this evening from the U. States - the. came by the hand of Mr. N.S. Perkins a passenger on board ship Hannibal of New London. Mr. Perkins is a lawyer ~ a pious man ~ voyaging for his health. • • 46 � 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/. 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