men are said to have taken part, "decorum rising into dignity was observed. The folly of self asThe folly of self assertion in opposition to the interests and will of the nation is displayed only by the hereditary nobility, under unwise leadership. It is not likely that so revolutionary a measure as the abolition of the peerage itself will be thought of now; but the power of the House of Lords to control or obstruct legislation will almost certainly be soon taken

away.

WHATEVER THE FORM of government, much must always depend upon those who hold the chief power in its administration. In a much better sense than it was said by Louis XIV., Gladstone might now say, "I am the State." Even in our own country, with a change in the Executive department once in four years, there is an immense possibility of good or harm resting in the hands of the President. We cannot hesitate therefore to recognize the value of the great principle now brought forward with so much emphasis in political discussions, that for great offices there should be chosen only good and safe men.

While it is out of the province of this paper to deal with particulars in political affairs, it may be not amiss to call brief attention to one or two con

siderations bearing on the coming election. On the above principle, of choosing only the best men, if the candidates of the Prohibition party, John P. St. John and William Daniel, had the smallest possible chance of being elected, voting for them might be well advocated. As it is quite evident that this cannot be, good citizens are called upon to decide between the comparative importance of the differences between the two great parties, and those between their respective candidates. If the political platform of either party, and the recent administrative course of its office holders, have been so much better than those of the other as to promise security, into whatever hands its power may be entrusted, there is an easy ground of reasonable choice. If not, we may appreciate and not condemn the view of those who hold that, of all the public principles now before our people, none can be more important, than that only good and safe men, of unquestionable probity as well as patriotism and ability, should be chosen to fill offices of trust and

power.

FRIENDS' FIRST DAY SCHOOL ASSOCIATION of Philadelphia has issued its Report of the Proceedings of its 23d annual meeting, Fourth mo. 22d, 1884. The substance of these Proceedings was given in

our report of the meeting, published shortly afterwards. In this pamphlet, however, is printed in full the very interesting paper of President T. Chase on “The Revision of the Translation of the Old Testament." As it is desirable to avoid risking the confusion of two things,-what may properly be done in emendation of the Authorized Version, and what will be done by the Revisers, we will abstain from quoting more than three of President Chase's examples of probable corrections of errors in translation.

"Job xix. 25, 26, should be rendered in some such way as this: And I know that my Redeemer liveth, and at last on earth shall He arise; and though with my skin this body be destroyed, yet without my flesh shall I see God."

Psalm XVI. Where the Authorized Version reads "O my soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, thou art my Lord; my goodness extends not to thee, but to the saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent, in whom is my delight:" we should say, "I have said unto Jehovah" (conservatism may not admit this word, however,) Thou art my Lord; I have no happiness beyond Thee. The saints that are in the earth, they are the excellent, in whom is all my delight."

In Psalm LXII.: " My soul waiteth upon God." The literal translation is, 66 'My soul is silent unto God." So in the fifth verse, literally, "My soul, wait thou in silence for God only."

PERIODICALS, Old and New.—We have received lately specimen numbers of several papers, and one bound magazine, new to us, although only three of them are in their first volume.

One of the latter is "La Trompette Evangelique;" published in Chicago, as "organ of the French Christians of the American Continent.” Most of its contents are in the French language ; a be especially to antagonize Romanism; although few columns only in English. Its purpose seems to its own announcement is of larger scope: "the advancement of the kingdom of God the unmasking of error by representing Truth, dissipating the darkness of ignorance by showing the Light, as it is beheld in Jesus and His Gospel."

Another new paper is the "Golden Cresset.” This, issued at Manhattan, Kansas, is "devoted to popular education, temperance, science, the physiological laws which regulate the health of the body and the development of the mind. It will wage a war of extermination against all sin, monopoly and oppression of all kinds.'

The American Monthly," published at Chicago, began its existence in the present year. The leading idea of its management appears to be "free given in the first prose article of the number on discussion." An ample exemplification of this is

our table, on "Christism and Paulism:" wherein an attempt is made to show that Paul, who declared that he would know nothing in his preaching but "Jesus Christ and Him crucified," taught a doctrine essentially different from that of his Divine Master.

The "Echo," now in its third volume, is a small sheet, issued monthly, by the Echo Literary Association of Philadelphia. Although not so stated, we infer from some indications that it represents especially the religious and benevolent interests of the colored people.

The Deaf Mute Optic" describes sufficiently its aim in this title. It is published at Little Rock, Arkansas, by the Arkansas Deaf Mute Institute. It is one of the curiosities of advertising, that nearly a column is given in it to the announcement of the merits of a "grand square piano."

"Man is the comprehensive title of a paper published on behalf of the "National Liberal League;" against which we may simply warn our readers, on the ground that it is infidel throughout. "Father Columbia's Paper " is clearly designated by its motto: "Down with Monopoly and Public Expenses." It, as well as the "American Reformer," is published in New York. The latter is largely, though not exclusively, devoted to Tem

perance.

"The Stumblingstone," published at Toledo, Ohio, has apparently for its animus opposition to "the moneyed sect corporations called churches;" its conductors being content with Jesus only, taking the Bible and not human tradition."

The Pulpit Treasury" is a substantial monthly pamphlet of about sixty pages; published by E. B. Treat, 57 Broadway, New York. The number before us contains a large number of sermons, or parts of sermons, by evangelical ministers of different denominations; along with religious intelligence and comment of various kinds. For those who desire such reading, it affords a great deal for its price; $2.50 per annum.

On looking over this pile of periodical matter, a feeling of wonder arises, how can all these month. lies and weeklies live! Perhaps it is true of many of them as was said of the inhabitants of a certain malarial region they do not live, they die.

DIED.

SMITH.-On the 15th of Seventh mo., 1884, at the residence of his brother-in-law, Jos. Edge, near Darlington, Harford county, Md., Ambrose Smith, in the 69th year of his age.

He was a valued Elder of the Western District Monthly Meeting of Friends of Philadelphia.

OREN. On the 9th of Seventh mo., 1884, Sarah H. Oren, an esteemed minister of the gospel, in the 26th year of her age, a member of Centre Monthly Meeting, Ohio, passed from works to reward.

To try to tell of her work and usefulness as a minister of the gospel seems almost useless for all who knew her know well her worth. Truly it can be said : "None knew her but to love her." She lived a true, devoted Christian life; had always a cheering word and smile for all; if no dying testimony had been given, her consistent life and living testimony are enough to convince the darkest mind that her peace was made with her God; but we are glad to know she was conscious until the last and able to bear testimony even to the dying hour, of Christ's sustaining grace, encouraging all to be faithful and follow the Lord, saying: "If my work was not done, I could not do it now." She bore her suffering without a mur.

mur and with Christian patience; she often spoke of that "Happy Home" to which she was fast hastening and where she longed to go, but said she did not want to be impatient but wait the Lord's own time. As she neared the heavenly shore and caught bright glimpses of the " Holy City," her face was illumined with that light that is far more brilliant than the bright. est of earth.

TOMLINSON.-At Bloomingdale, Ind., Seventh mo. 26th, 1884, Luella Tomlinson, daughter of An. drew D. and Lina Tomlinson, in the 21st year of her age.

Her devotion to parents was commendable, and from her conversion to her death (which was about six years) she was a faithful witness for Christ by example and precept wherever her lot was cast. She was especially interested in the young people's prayer In all her affliction she exemplified the power of Dimeetings. Temperance work was dear to her heart. vine grace, cheerful, lovely and happy, and near her close gave the full assurance of a home in heaven where she soon would go, and thus peacefully passed away.

SCULL.-At Oatlands Park, Weybridge. Surrey, England, on the 14th of Sixth mo., 1884, Edward L. Scull, in the 39th year of his age; a beloved member of the Monthly Meeting of Friends' of Philadelphia for the Western District.

is a prince fallen in our Israel." The life thus early ended was one of rare usefulness and promise; leaving fruit that shall continue, here upon earth, to bring praise to the Master whom he delighted to serve.

In making this record it may well be said, "There

His youth and early manhood were marked by natural qualities that endeared him to family and associates in no ordinary manner. A rare combination of gentleness, sweetness and purity, with quick perceptions, ready sympathy, fine taste and much mental strength, made him one to whom those who came within the reach of his influence were readily attracted and became warmly attached. Judged by a human standard there seemed but little need of refining in a life so pure and loving, but he was early made conscious of the absolute necessity of the new birth unto righteousness, and with characteristic earnestness of spirit he sought it with a sincere heart, counting all that he was and all that he had but as dross, "that he might win Christ, and be found in Him, not having his own righteousness, but that which is through the faith of Christ, the righteousness that is of God by faith." Of this time of travail of soul and of the results of this seeking, he thus writes to a near relative ten years later :

The sense of God's love in the free forgiveness of all my past sins filled my heart with a gratitude and peace which has never wholly passed away; it was then that I realized how the sacrifice of our dear Redeemer meant the blotting out of my transgressions and the favor of the Lord. The ecstacy of these first hours and days has passed away, but the peace and joy are deeper, more abiding now than then, thanks to His sustaining grace!"

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Having thus, through repentance and acceptance in Christ, known this mighty change from a state of nature to a state of grace, his growth in the latter seemed rapid and continuous; the qualities that had so endeared him to others broadened and deepened with the infinitely deeper source from which they now sprung; and the quick sympathy, so readily bestowed on those near and dear to him, widened to embrace all who sought his help and all to whom he thought he could carry it.

There was no hesitation in taking his stand on the

side of Christ; adopting the views of the Gospel as held by the Society of Friends, from a firm conviction of their truth, he at once identified himself with the Society, taking a deep, intelligent interest in all that concerned its welfare; being filled with a godly jealousy, lest anything should mar its work in winning souls; laboring with true Christian charity and great openness and catholicity of spirit for the upbuilding of the church and the spread of the Redeemer's kingdom; quick to recognize and encourage what was of truth in any movement or any man, while resolute to oppose what appeared to him as error.

A little more than three years under the preparing

hand of the Lord and he was made "a vessel sanctified and fit for the Master's use" for the spread of His everlasting Gospel, a gift in the ministry of which was then committed to him: his first appearance in public being at North Carolina Yearly Meeting in the autumn of 1875; from which time forth he seemed increasingly to feel the burden of souls, and in an earnest desire to be found "free from the blood of all men," occupied his gift with faithfulness and fervor, how faithfully and fervently the many can witness who have been refreshed, comforted and edified, as well as those who have been warned, entreated and

pleaded with in his public ministration and more pri

vate labor.

In the latter part of the year 1875, with the sympathy and approval of his meeting, he sailed as com panion to Rufus P. King on a religious visit to Eng land, and was engaged in that service for nearly twelve months, to the satisfaction of those among whom they labored. About a year after his return he believed it right for him to adopt the plain dress.

His lively sympathies were especially enlisted on behalf of young men, to whom his ear, heart and hand were ever open; appreciating the temptations of youth and the struggles and trials to which young men are incident in business life in a great city, he was diligent in seeking them out for their good, unobtrusively watching for their welfare, and being convinced that some organized effort to this end was needed, took those steps that led to the formation of Friends' Institute for Young Men, in which, while health permitted, he labored with untiring zeal.

In the Spring of 1883 he was taken ill, and his physician deeming absolute rest necessary, he was compelled to abandon the active service in which he had been so faithfully engaged, and passed the remaining months of his lite in comparative retirement; realizing in it, however, in a remarkable degree, the fulfilment of the promise given to those that consider the poor, for truly his soul was "strengthened on the bed of languishing," and he could and did testify that "the Lord had made all his bed in sickness."

Through these months of physical weakness his interest was unabated in all that concerned the spread of the Redeemer's Kingdom and the best welfare of those among and for whom he had labored, over whom he seemed increasingly to yearn as he himself realized more and more fully the unspeakable preciousness of that sustaining grace to which he had so often felt commissioned to call them to come and be partakers. In the Fourth month of this year it was deemed best to try if the voyage across the Atlantic, with his wife and family, and their temporary residence abroad, might not prove restorative to his failing strength; but with the exception of one or two short seasons of rallying, this effort was without avail, and he passed peacefully to his eternal rest with the Lord, there to join the ever increasing number of those who having turned many to righteousness, shall shine as the stars forever and ever."

RELIGIOUS INTELLIGENCE.

THE MISSIONARY FIELD.-The population of the world is estimated at 1,424,000,000. Of these 855,000,000 are Heathen; 170,000,000 Mohammedans; 8,000,000 Jews; 190,000,000 Romanists; 84,000,000 Greek Church; 116,000,000 Protes

tants.

There are probably 6000 missionaries from Protestant churches toiling in foreign lands among butions of Protestant churches in Great Britain Jews, Mohammedans and Heathen. The contriand America in 1882 for Foreign Missions were about $8,600,000. Adding $950,000 for the Continental Missionary Societies, we have a total of over $9,550,000 for Foreign Missions.-Gospel in All Lands.

“No,”

THE GOSPEL POWER IN INDIA-A few years ago on one of our large circuits in North India lived a Mohammedan school teacher, a young man who had never heard of the truth as it is in Christ. ing district and said: "I have a fit of the blues, He went one day to a friend teaching in a neighborand want something to divert my mind; have you anything you could lend me to read ?" said the other; "I have no books, but here is a copy of the New Testament which was left here some time ago by a missionary. You might take it; no doubt it would help you." The teacher carried the book home and sat down to read it. He read of the birth of Christ, of his wonderful Sermon on the Mount, his parables and mighty deeds. As he read, the truth entered his heart. He abandoned Mohammed and accepted Christ; he found his way to the nearest missionary, told his experience, and was baptized. He soon began to tell others of the saving power of Christ, and was licensed to preach. God blessed his labors abundantly, and he was the means of leading scores to Christ; he was received into the North India Conference, and this man-Rev. Mohbub Khan-is to-day one of the ablest, most successful and promising of our native preachers in India. Not the preached word, but the printed page-the New Testament-led him to Christ; and some one's mite, perhaps fifteen or twenty cents, paid for the book.-Gospel in All Lands.

IN REFERENCE to Mr. Spurgeon's frequent visits to Mentone, it may be noted that a New York gentleman recently suggested to him that he ought to try Florida for a change. In his reply, Mr. Spurgeon wrote: "America would kill me with kindness. I cannot run that risk. It would depress me greatly to be had in honor. Abuse I can bear, but kindness shows me my own unworthiness, and sends my heart into my shoes.”—S. S. Times.

WITH THE DESIGN of more widely circulating its announcement of the competition for a prize for the best essay on "The Obligations and Advantages of a Day of Rest," the American Sundayschool Union has recently mailed supplementary circulars regarding the matter to many theological professors and writers of ability. It will be remem

GOLDEN TEXT.-Whoso curseth father or mother, let him die the death. Mark vii. 10.

The preceding lesson left David just about departing from Jerusalem in his flight from Absalom, who advanced upon the city, took possession of it, and of the king's dwelling and treasures. David went towards the Jordan with a large company of followers. (Chap. xv. 17, 18). He sent back the ark with the priests Zadok and Abiathar (xv. 27-29), with the understanding that Ahi'm-aaz, the son of Zadok, and Jonathan, the son of Abiathar, were to bring him tidings of what might take place at Jerusalem. He also sent back his trusty friend Hu'shai to endeavor to overcome the advice of Ahithophel in the councils of Absalom. It was seen in the notes to the last lesson that Hushai was successful in this; the delay which he advised, giving David time to collect his forces and arrange his plans. David continued his retreat or flight across the Jordan in a northwesterly direction until he reached the fortified city of Mahānă'im, about sixty miles from Jerusalem. Here he was joined by three chiefs of the neighborhood, Shobi, Machir and Barzillai (chap. xvii, 27-29). David divided his forces into three parts, giving the command respectively to Joab, Abishai and Ittai; yielding to the wish of the people, he himself remained behind. (Chap. xviii. 1—4.) The only command he gave was, Deal gently for my sake with the young man, even with Absalom (xviii. 5, 6). Absalom, meanwhile, having collected forces to attack David, followed him across the Jordan, his army being led by Amasa. The armies met somewhere east of the Jordan, and David's army was victorious, that of Absalom losing 20,000 men (xviii. 7, 8). In his flight Absalom, carried by his mule under a terebinth tree, was caught by a forked branch and suspended, his long hair probably being entangled also. Word was brought to Joab of this, and hastening to the place, he thrust Absalom through the heart with three darts (xviii. 9-18).

24. Sat between the two gates. The outer and inner gates of the city gateway. The gateway was an important place in the eastern cities; it was used for the administration of justice (Deut. xvi. 18); as a place of resort (Gen. xix. 1); for sacrifice (Acts xiv. 13); and for other purposes. There were usually rooms over the gate.

25. The watchman. II Kings ix. 17; Hab ii. 1. If he be alone there is tidings. If the army had been routed there would have been many fugitives. Tidings here means good tidings.

27. He is a good man, etc. David rightly thought that such a messenger as Ahimaaz would only be chosen to bring good news. Joab knew that David would so understand it, and objected to him (see ver. 20). Swiftness of foot was highly prized in those days (II Sam. ii. 18; II Sam. i. 23; I Kings xviii. 46), and

Ahimaaz was doubtless recognized by the watchman long before his face was seen. (Compare II Kings ix. 20.)

28. Called. That is, before he got near. All is well. Literally, Peace! Fell down. The usual act of homage to the king. (I Sam. xxv. 23.) Delivered up. Literally, shut up. (I Sam. xvii. 46; Ps. xxxi. 8.)

29. Is the young man Absalom safe? Literally, "Is there peace to the young man Absalom?" (See also II Kings iv. 26.) David was more anxious about his son than about his kingdom; the monarch was lost in the father. When Joab, etc. This should probably read, When Joab, the king's servant, sent me, thy servant.-Cook. I knew not what it was. He was willing enough to be the first to bring good news, but deliberately lied about the bad news.

31. Cushi. Probably the Cushite, an Ethiopian servant. He had started before Ahimaaz, but the latter went by an easier road, though a longer one, and "overran Cushi." (See verses 19-23.) Tidings. Literally, "Let my lord receive the good tidings.' Cook.

32. Is the young man, etc. David's first thought is still for his son. The indirect answer of the messenger, not only told David the fact of Absalom's death, but implied that it was deserved.

33. Was much troubled, or, sore troubled. This is one of the most touching passages in the Bible. All is forgotten by David except that his son is dead, cut off in the prime of his early manhood. Would God. So Moses (Ex xxxii. 32), and Paul (Rom. 1x. 3) would have sacrificed themselves if it had been possible to save others." Doubtless self-reproach added to the poignancy of David's grief, and the knowledge that his son was cut off in the midst of his sins made it almost insupportable.

Note.-The Psalms belonging to this period are Ps. lxiii., when David was in the wilderness before crossing the Jordan; Ps. iii. a morning hymn, and Ps. iv. an evening hymn; both expressive of his trust in God; "Ps. xxvi, and lxii, may refer to the traitors who deserted him; Ps. xxvii, and xxviii, probably describe his feelings during his exile at Mahanaim."

SUGGESTIONS.

1. David's love for his erring and rebellious son was so great that he commanded that his life should be spared, and in his sorrow for his son's death declared that he would have died for him; Christ's love for rebellious sinners was so great that he died for them.

2. Continued disobedience almost always in this world meets its deserts.

3. Even if Absalom had been successful, he would not have been unpunished; sin is sure to be punished, though no outward consequences be seen by men. The sure penalty of sin is spiritual death. James i. 15.

ONE of the good signs of the times as regards the relations of the Church to the people in England was the support given by some Bishops in the House of Lords to the Franchise Bill the other day. In the division, in which the Conservative majority was seriously cut down, both the Archbishops and ten Bishops-all but one of those present-voted with the minority after a speech of some power by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Thirteen abstained. One of the most painful and damaging chapters in the history of the English Church, and one of which its enemies now and then make the most effective use, is the course of the Bishops in the Up

per House on a great many of the most important reformatory measures of the last century. Most of them opposed the abolition of the slave trade, Romilly's attempts to reform the criminal code, the Catholic emancipation, the commutation of the Irish tithes, the first Reform Bill, and a good many of the minor interferences with contract for the benefit of the working classes. The result was a terrible indictment of the Established Church, which only a year ago Mr John Bright turned to account in a piece of passionate and powerful invective before a London audience.- The Nation.

CORRESPONDENCE.

SOUTHLAND COLLEGE closed on the 13th of Sixth mo. satisfactorily. Enrollment for the year 311, as follows: Collegiate, 10; normal, 61; primary, 240; boarders in the family, 83; regular teachers, 4; the 5th engaged during the three months of free school of the District, which is taught here. There were 13 of the normal class who assisted daily in teaching (when needed) one class each, under the drill and care of the principal of that department, in which they acquitted themselves well, and acquired valuable knowledge and tact in the business. They and many others are now engaged, teaching in this and other States. The religious interest was good throughout the term. The visit near its opening of Richard Allen and wife from Dublin, Ireland, gave impetus to the cause that increased happily-strengthened by the series of meetings held in Fourth mo., our 21st anniversary, attended by Elwood Scott, a minister from Indiana, accompanied by Wm. Penn Henley. E. S. preached the Gospel with power and simplicity; gave Bible readings on Friends' doctrines, and especially on water baptism and the so-called ordinances, that were exceedingly useful and strengthening to our members, who are constantly attacked by their fellows upon these things, upon which the greatest dependence is placed in this country, amongst these people.

We opened our newly rebuilt meeting-house at Hickory Ridge, twenty miles west, and held meetings two weeks. E. S. staid one week, and then we continued another. The meetings were over-crowded of nights, and many stood outside. The dear Master came and did His own work, and used the feeble instruments at hand. I never witnessed anything like it before, and have seldom read of it anywhere. It is the Lord let Him work! was our feeling, again and again for hours, as we were assembled in reverence and awful solemnity together; silent prayer being the evident engagement and exercise of many minds-so that His power held everything in subjection. More than fourscore souls were blessed, professing to have experienced that wonderful change, " Ye must be born again." Sixty-four of these joined Friends there and twenty here, and are apparently running well. To feed these lambs, nourishing them as babes on the sincere milk, has been our greatest care. Will our generous patrons, who have hitherto given money and means to this work, renew and increase their donations, that the youth amongst them may be educated? Please do, for ignorance in "Quaker meetings" is out of good taste. "No time now to slack sail," Isaac Sharp said. There is an open door set before Friends here now, and the cry is, Come and help us—we are tired of foolishness and ordinances and ignorant discussions. We want Jesus. I have consented to go

next week and hold service under a "brush arbor," fourteen miles away, where one of our ministers is living on land of his own. The cry and press is so urgent, that friends think it not best to defer longer waiting for a house. Mercury ranges in shade 90° and upward; in the sun from 1300 upward. Pray for us and the work, that nothing may be done or left undone to mar or hinder, and that all praise and glory be unto Him, whose are the work and workers. ALIDA CLARK,

Seventh mo. 25th, 1884.

P. S.-The mention in the late Review from Freedman's Friend-editor's remarks-notice of Colored Institute, Philadelphia, and Yardley Warner's words, are warnings of great importance not to be neglected. A. C.

ALUM CREEK QUARTERLY MEETING was held at Gilead, Morrow county, Ohio, Seventh mo. 25th, 26th and 27th. The ministers in attendance from other Quarterly Meetings were: Milton R. Pettit and A. H. Hussey from Mt. Pleasant, O.; Jeremiah Grinnell from Damascus, O.; A. C. Hathaway from Michigan; Benj. Farquhar from Iowa, and Prof. William W. White from Raisin Valley, Mich. There were four services on the Sabbath. All the visiting ministers and several of our own ministers had good Gospel service during these various sessions. The membership of this Quarterly Meeting reaches. from the centre of the State to Lake Erie, and when they come together in a quarterly gathering it is always an important occasion. The Home Mission Board of this Quarterly Meeting looks after the wants of the scattered meetings, and holds revival meetings wherever there seems to be an opening for it in our limits. In this way our membership has been increased and several new meetings added in the last few years. The ministers and membership as a whole are an earnest body of Christians, though the reports noted many deficiencies.

One of the reports called up the subject of Temperance in a way that led the meeting into a very earnest exercise on this subject. The remarks of those who spoke were all in favor of prohibition of the liquor traffic. The question was asked, "If we vote for those who have proposed to distribute the revenue from liquor among the States or give it to the educational fund will we be clear of our brothers' blood?" While there was not much said definitely naming whom we should vote for, there was very clearly a strong current of feeling in favor of St. John and the Pittsburg platform. The Quarterly Meeting was considered a favored occasion. It meets next at Greenwich in Huron county, O., the last week in Tenth mo. W. G.

HUDDERSFIELD, ENG, Seventh mo. 14th, 1884. The editorial in The Friends' Review of the 28th of Sixth mo. comments very properly on some expressions in a singular letter on ministry, &c., from an anonymous correspondent in the London Friend for Fifth mo. last. This letter having been inserted by the Editor (who, however, does not hold himself responsible for the views of his correspondents) may, I fear, have produced a very erroneous impression in America.

Belonging, as I do, to the largest Monthly and Quarterly Meetings in England, and being extensively acquainted with Friends in other parts of the country, I am utterly at a loss to know how the writer of that letter came to the conclusion that the idea of the need for a divine intimation in the call and exercise of the ministry of the Gospel-which is what I presume he