It is the responsibility of the researcher to obtain any copyright clearances. Permission to publish material from this/these transcript(s) must be obtained from the Supervisor of Reference Services and/or the L. Tom Perry Special Collection Coordinating Committee. William Griffiths Reese Journal, vol. 6, 15 Apr. 1907 - 11 Nov. 1907 MSS 1952 [bracketed page numbers are used when original page numbering is incorrect or missing] 1. [following three lines were preprinted on the page] ELDER W,G,REESE, 110 WRIGHT ST. Adelaide. Since leaving home nearly six months ago, I have filled one book with my thoughts of different things and my daily acts. I have often felt down- cast and often felt happy. I am thankful that in all my experiences I have never felt to regret accepting the call to come into the world as an embassador of the Great Latter-day Work. I feel that I have made many friends and have raised my voice in public halls and upon the streets in advocacy and defence of the Gospel of - Jesus Christ and the mis- sion of the great Latter-day Prophet Joseph Smith whose name I love and revere, many times. [2] West Maitland, N.S.W. Monday Apr. 15, 1907. In beginning an account in this book of my labors, I want to say that I am feeling well in body and happy in spirits and full of faith in the Gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I trust I shall have nothing but good to re- cord in this book. So far the letters I have received from home have con- veyed the welcome news that all were well and getting along alright. If the next six months are as full of changeful events as the past they will be entirely free from menoteng. I feel that I have not spent an hour in idleness. The amount of tracting I have done, the number of letters I have written and the reading I have done give me the assurance that I have not idled away my time. I want to do as well or better in the future. 3 Tues. Apr. 16, 1907. It rained hard all night & is cloudy and showery today. I have read four chapters this morning of Farror’s Life of Christ. The account of the betrayal & trial of Jesus is very touching; the cowardice and wickedness of the ones who brought Jesus to trial) and Pilate who sat as chief Judge are evidences that the power of Satan was upon them. The characters operating in the putting to death of Jesus and the ones in the treatment of the prophet Joseph were similar, or in other words, they were under the same evil influence. Yesterday I was out tracting among the people across the Hinter-river bridge. I had only three or four con- versations. Elder Bair scrubbed our room as it was getting very dir[-]y. Mr. & Mrs. Smith returned to Sydney. 4 I dreamt last night that Mr. & Mrs. Baker the Seventh Day-adventists were becom- ing very favorable to the Gospel. In the afternoon we went out tracting. I lent the Book of Mormon to the Baker family. I did not have many conversations. In the evening we went to a lecture in the Town Hall by the Reve. R.B.S. Hammond of Sydney. The subject was: No licence. The speaker dwelt very interestingly upon the subject of temperance. The lecture was given under the Auspices of the Christian Citizenship League. Wed. Apr. 17, 1907. Maitland Arose feeling well after a good night’s rest and dreams of home. We have spent the morning in reading Dean Farror’s Life of Christ. We finished the book about 11 a.m. 5 We went out tracting. I distri- buted 35 tracts and had 4 or 5 gos- pel conversations. I had about 1 ½ hr talk with Mr. & Mrs. Baker. They hold like grim death to the Seventh Day Sabbath and seem to think that is the point upon which hangs All the law and the prophets. Thursday. Apr. 18, 1907. Six months ago today I wished my dear family good-bye. Time is passing quickly along. I con- tinue in good health <&> spirits. We are not able to see any results of our labors here yet. I fear we shall not be able to make any converts. We must do all we can and leave the results in the hands of the Lord. Mrs. Baker said that the great final struggle would be 6 between the Churches of the Christian world and the Seventh day Adventists on the question of the Sabbath. I told her I would prophecy that it would not be so; it would rather be between the authority to act in the name of the Lord. In the afternoon I went out tract- ing and had three or four conversations on the Gospel. Spent the evening reading. Friday, Apr. 19, 1907. I have written a letter to Moses & Florence The morning is rather breezy and there are clouds floating about in the sky. Sat. Apr. 20, 1907. Arose feeling well. Took a bath and prepared to attend the Seventh Day Adventists’ meeting at 10 a.m. The subject considered was Israel. The minister claimed that there had been no scattering of the ten tribes. He emphisized it for 7 our especial benifit apparently. We spent the afternoon in study. I read Dr. Talmage on the dispersion of Israel, and find that the Ten tribes went northward and were lost to history. - The day was very windy and cold. Sunday Apr. 21, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading. Took a walk of about two mi, down through the park. After dinner, I read about the early government up to the year 1885 of Australia. Elder H.P.Bair and I went to the church of England service in St. Mary’s Church, which is a fine structure and the organ is very good. The sing- ing was fine. The speaker 8 spoke of the life of St. Paul where Paul speaks of glorying only in the Cross. The speaker said Paul might have gloried in his social positia as he was an officer of the law and a member of the Sanhed- rine at in the Jewish law a member of that body was a notable character. Then again he might have gloried in his educational standing as he was well educated. He was a unique character. Again he might have gloried in being born a Roman citizen while many had to purchase that honor at great cost. This often served Paul to good advantage in protecting him from persecution & abuse. 9 Monday 22, 1907. Elder Bair and I went to the Stock yards where a lot of fat cattle, sheep, and pigs were sold. A gentleman invited us to visit the Show of Dungoy and promised he would show us a good time as he was one of the officials. In the afternoon we went to the water pumping plant and came back through Scoby’s vineyard and orchard; we had all the grapes we could eat. I wrote a letter to the Journal tell all about the plant. Tues. 23, 1907 Received 8 letters – 7 from home & one from Aunt Eliza & cousin Sarah in Wales. Good news, all well. We spent the day in reading as the wind was blowing so hard 10 we did not think it best to go tracting as people do not like to open their doors when it is blowing hard. Wed. Apr. 24, 1907. We received three bundles of Journals and several Deseret News’es in a bundle from “Victory”. We spent the day in reading and writing. In the evening we went to A Methodist Big Tea An- nu[-]l & concert. had a good time. Thurs. 25, 1907. Received a letter from Elder Iverson & Elder Bair one from Elder Peterson t[-]is morning from which we learn they have left Glan Innes and are now in Tenterfield just about the bor- der of Queensland. They are well but cannot make much headway in making converts. 11 [--] [11] This morning I wrote a letter to Pres. Armstrong, one to daugh- ter Ann and finished the one to the Journal. The weather is beautiful. We are well, and rejoice in the good news we get from home that all are well. In the afternoon we went out tract- I met two aged ladies who called me in to talk with them. One of them was 72 years old but a better educated, smarter lady I never met. I distributed 56 tracts. I met a man who asked about Pre-destination; he said he could not help but believe in the doc- trin of Pre-destination and that who is to be saved will be and those who are not will not be. I made an ap- pointment to meet him the following day. Wrote a letter to Pres. Armstrong. 12 Fri. Apr. 26, 1907. We went out tracting in the afternoons Had a few gospel conversations. I met Mr. Kingsborough and by his invitation, I walked with him to High St. Station where he took train for Newcastle; he introduced me to two nice men from Newcastle, who are in business there. Sat. Apr. 27, 1907. As a barber had invited me to call on him and discuss the doctrine of Pre- destination I did so; he thought he could prove from reason this false doctrin; but he was too easy to make the talk in- teresting. I explained the doctrin of pre-existence and showed him that while it might be true that a man is predestined for a certain work it is all on conditions of his faithfulness. In the afternoon we went tracting and in the evening we tried to hold a street meet- ing but no one would stop to listen. 13 I posted four letters today; one to C.A. one to Carrie, one to Moses, & one to the Journal. Apr. 28, 1907 Sunday. We have spent the day in reading & writing. I wrote a sheet to Ann, and a letter to William. The day is beautiful, but we have no where to go especially so we decided to spend our day in study & writing. I have also read over the last letters I got from home and some of the ones I got some time before. I wrote to Annie an answer to a question she asked me sometime ago with respect to the Holy Ghost. The Prophet says the Holy Ghost did not come in the form of a dove but as a sign of a dove. See Outlines of Eccleseastical History of Elder B.H. Roberts. I am reading this book now also Josephus, as well as much other read- ing. We do not waste our time. [--] [14] Mon. Apr. 29, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading & writing. In the afternoon we took a walk down to the circus ground. It is Worth’s circus that gives a show tonight and tomorrow. Saw the little horses that jumped 6 ft. 8 in at Sydney Show. They are not any larger than a little horse my brother Chas. bought from Bro. Seares, called Balley. It is remarkable that such little horses can jump so high. In the evening we went to see the Andrew’s family; there were three brothers, a sister, a wife of one of the brothers and a sister to her present. We had a very enjoy able evening listening to music, singing and talking on the gospel. I encouraged them to study the gospel and accept of it. [--] [15] Tues. Apr. 30, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and in the afternoon we went out tracting to East Maitland. We distributed nearly 200 tracts. The weather is getting quite cool and pleasant although, the wind blows. We see by the papers that the wind atta- ined a velocity of 67.7 mi. per hor. in Sydney last evening. It rained quite hard here during the evening until about 10.30. Another month has nearly gone into the eternities. A year from now I shall be feeling that my time is drawing near when I shall see my loved ones again. I pray the Lord to keep them from all harm and make them happy. Amen. 16 Wed. May. 1, 1907. Spent the day in reading and writing as the day was cold and stormy. Thur. May 2, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading Josephus and Roberts Outlines &c. In the afternoon Elder Bair and I went to East Maitland tracting. We each distributed 80 tracts. I had a few gospel talks. Friday, May 3, 1907 Stormy – Spent the day in reading and wrote a letter for the Journal on the early explorations & settle- ments of Aus. Saturday May 4, 1907. Spent the day in reading & took a walk around the town to see if we could find any one to whom we could talk on religion. We went down to the Chinese gar- dens which were very good. [---] [17] Sunday May 5, 1907 Spent the forenoon in reading. In the afternoon we went out past East Maitland to the bush for a walk. We fasted in the morning until dinner time. The walk gave us good exercise. In the evening we went to the Congregational Church. The singing was quite good. The minister spoke well on the subject of temperance, As there is an election soon, the people, aside from the voting for the members of Parliment will be asked to vote for one of the following propositions: I vote for no-reduction of licences I vote for a reduction on licences. I vote for No licence. The people were strongly urged to exercise their franchise & in doing so to take their religion with them in voting. [--8] [18] Mon. May 6, 1907. Cleaned our room. I scrubbed. We made our room look nice. I cut Elde Bair’s hair. Had a bath. Took a walk in the afternoon to see whom I could find to talk on religion. Saw Mrs. Baker but she did not mention re- ligion. Had a long talk with a Station & book seller. He agreed with Rev. Camp- bell of London in his theology. Tues. May 7, 1907. Spent the morning in reading Outlines of Ecclesiastical History; also the bible reference of the Chap. Spent some time is listening to Elder Bair read Church History where it tells of the organization of the Church as far as through the two first arrests & trials of the Prophet Joseph Smith. In the afternoon we went tracting in East Maitland. [--] [19] In the afternoon we distributed 80 tracts each in East Maitland. I men a man by the name of Francis T. Shark with whom I had a long conversation of the gospel. He seemed very favorably disposed when I left him and asked me to take his address and write to him in two or three months and let him know how I was getting along. He said he was glad he had met me as he knew I was a thoroughly Christian man. I was very tired tonight when I got home however a man in a cart gave me a short ride, Tonight I have read two chapters in Church history. We are both well and hap- py tonight & rejoice in the Gospel. 2[-] [20] Wed. May 8, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading Church History and Outlines of Ec. His. also wrote a short letter to Bro. Richard and one to Naoma. In the afternoon I went tracting and had 5 or 6 conversations. Met Mr. Terry who hailed me on the street. Told him he would do well to accept of the gospel and help roll on the work of the Lord in these Latter days; he seemed quite interested. Spent the evening reading Josephus. I might say that I called to see the Editor of the Mercury and gave him a speech by Pres. Roosevelt in the D. News. I also saw Mr. Andrews who showed me the method of making type; it is a great invention, Many things of this age are marvelous. Mr. Pierce, the Editor was very courteous to me. In fact I am treated very kindly by every one and I try to be courteous to all whom I meet, Received a letter today from Miss. Minnie P. Poole. [--] [21] Thur. May 9, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and writing. In the afternoon I went out tracting among the business houses. I had several good con- versations but I met one man a druggist by the name of Sexty who manifested one of the worst spirits I ever saw and said some of the vilist things about us I ever heard a man say. I told him a few things in a way that was not the mildest by any means. In speaking of the matter to others afterward they said he was a bad man. Fri. May 10, 1907, Read a chapt. of Church His. or rather Elder Bair read and I lis- tened. Wrote a letter to Sister Ines Thain. Spent the afternoon tracting among the business houses had several good conversations. [--] [22] Sat. 11, 1907. May. We are still in West Maitland at the Gladstone House with Grandma Callaghan. This morning I received a nice letter and book from Mr. A.W. Smith of “Valetta” 67 Falcon St. North Sydney to which I wrote the following letter. Mr. A.W. Smith My dear Friend: - I was very much pleased this morning upon re- ceiving the kind letter you wrote me and the nice book you sent me. Please accept my warmest thanks for these evidences of your thoughtfulness and kindness toward me. The book you have so kindly sent fills every require- ment. I could not ask for anything better. I have just read about one-third of the Constitution and I am so glad to be in possession of such valuable in- 2[-] [23] formation, as well as much other information the book contains. It was very kind of you in the mul- tiplicity of your labors to use your valuable time in looking for a book to send me. Yes, Dear Mr. Smith, we did have many interesting little chats together which I shall ever hold as among my most pleasant memories while in this land, so far from home and loved ones. The genial society of yourself & Mrs. Smith while here at the Gladstone House was like an oasis in a desert. The suspicion which naturally attaches to strangers and the unpopularity of the doctrins which we teach, although scriptural, do not commend us favorably to people generally, and when we find a kind, intelligent, broad-minded man let me assure you we know how to appreciate him. [--] [24] You thanked me for the literature I let you have; it would afford me pleasure to furnish you anything we have you may wish to read. I would be delighted to see you become interested in the cause so dear to my heart. We were glad to have the pleasure of becoming acquainted with your son whose intellight conversation & manly bearing gave us a very favorable impression of him. We kindly thank you for your in- vitiation to call on you when we visit Sydney and you may be assured that we shall gladly do so. All are well here at the G.H. and wish to be kindly remembered to yourself & family. Mr. Bair sends his kindest regards. Again thanking you for your kindness and with feelings of warmest regards to yourself & family, I desire to ever remain Your sincer friend W.G. Rees [--] [25] While copying the foregoing letter Elder Bair has been reading a very thrilling account of a heart-rending wreck of the coast of Holland, near The Harve. Sunday May 12, 1907 Spent the morning in reading. In the after Elder Bair & I took a little exercise as far as the park. Many were gathered there to hear the band play but it did not put in an appearance. The day is very fine. In the evening we went to the We[-]ler Presbyterian church. The preach- ing was “like a sounding brass and a tinkling symbol.” Monday 13, 1907. Spent the day in study. Fine day. Took a short walk for exercise to see if I could find any one who wanted to ask questions on the gospel. Found no one. I felt depressed in spirits. I had it figured out that my letters arrived home on Sat. May .11, which would be Sunday with us. May 12 26 Tues. May 14, 1907. Arose feeling well. Went to G.P.O. but no mail and I felt somewhat disappointed as I thought Pres. Armstrong would write to us and tell us what we better do. Spent the morning in reading “Outlines &C. of Ecclesiastical History Sub. The Apostacy In the afternoon Elder Bair went out to the pi[--] and I went to Maitland East Although I felt very heavy-hearted in going I returned feeling quite happy. I distributed tracts among the business houses and had several conversations one of which was with two butchers and one with a Scotch-man. who had been a school teacher for ten years in Aust. He wished me success in my work. I called again upon Mr. Sh[-]rp and had a good gospel conversation with him. He and his wife invited me to take “tea” with them which I did. I had prayers with them. 27 May 15, 1907. We read a chap. in Church History in which several Rev- elations were given. It was the history of the prophets life in 1831. He had many reve- lations in that year. This afternoon I have been tracting in a suburbs of West Maitland near the water plant, I had four very interesting gospel conversations. This fore noon I wrote a letter to Elder Iverson. Last evening I continued writing a little poem I am getting ready for publication on my Fiftieth year. The weather is beautiful, I read today that the Moana left Suva yesterday morning. and we expect Mail Mon. or Tues. 28 Fri. May 16, 1907. According to a previous promise I drove Mrs. Callaghan, Mrs. Smith her daughter and another lady out 18 mi. toward Dungog where we were met by Mrs. C’s nephew. We had lunch in the “Bush” where we made a fire and boiled water for tea. I then drove back to Patterson and fed the horse at the Fry livery stable. I went down while the horse was eating, to the large orange grove of Mr. John Tucker from whom I bought a doz. oranges for 4d. He gave me a lot of limes which were very nice. The drive back through the country paddocks and small farms, was very interesting and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I spent the evening in writing a few more lines of poetry, I studied and wrote until about eleven oclock. I felt fine after my day’s outing. 2[-] [29] May 17, 1907 Fri. Arose feeling well. Went to the G.P.O. and got two letters one from Pres. F.J. Nye telling that all were well at Sydney; also one from Pres. Wm Armstrong telling me that I had been appointed to labor in the South Australian conference under the direction of Elder Mark Hardman who had been ap- pointed President. I was asked to communicate with him and try to make arrangements to leave next week for Adelaide. This letter did not come as a very great surprise as I had been looking for a change to one of the southern conferences. As nothing was said regarding Elder Bair we are in a quandary what his appointment will be. 30 May 18, 1907 Sat. We received no word[-] from Pres. Nye in regard to Elder Bair’s appointment. We have been to see some of our friends today and had some good conversations with them. Mr. Warren Boll was one of them. He asked me to write to him. We went to see Mrs. Embleton and had a very pleasant visit. She prepared a lunch. Elder did not stay long but I had quite a long visit, with her and her husband. On my way back I called to see some of the business men. A Jeweler fixed my watch and did not charge me. I also called to see Mr. & Mrs. Baker and bore testimony to them regar- ding several principles of our gospel. We parted good friends. 31 Sunday, May 19, 1907. Spent the day in visiting and reading. In the evening we went to the St. John’s Church. Were not very much taken up with the services or the preaching. Monday May 20, 1907. Spent the forenoon in getting ready to leave Maitland. Old lady Callaghan was sorry I was going to leave; she told me to keep the money for my week’s board; but I told her as long as I had money I would pay my way. I took the 2 oclock train for Newcastle and was fortunate in not having to pay any access luggage & when I got to Newcastle the station luggage master helped me carry my trunk to the ship’s wharf. I went to Mrs. Alward’s where I had supper and I also called to see Mr. Kingsborough who was very kind to me. I got a saloon cabin to Syd- ney and got in at 5.30 a.m. next morning. After a good passage. Went to th[---]ctory where I found the Elders all well and glad 32 to see me. There were one letter from my wife and one from Naoma. Good news, all well. We were kept very busy getting ready to start for Adelaide. Elder Hardman & I went to the Huddart Parker & Co. office and paid £1-15 each for a steerage passage on the Pilbarra to Adelaide. We left Sydney about 5-30 p.m. May 21, just three months to the day from the time I left for Maitland[-] We spent the night very comfortably and felt well next morning. There were some of the passangers whom we did not like. V Wednesday May 22, 1907. We arose feeling very well but soon began to feel rather poorly and I went and asked the chief stewart if he could change us to the Saloon from Melbourne. He kindly gave us a berth to Melbourne for nothing for which we were very thankful as we were in better company and had fine food and excellent accomodations. 33 Thursday, May 23, 1907. We got a[--]ng very nicely in our new quarters. The wind blew very hard all day. Yesterday and today we have seen a lot of porpoises. Fri. May 24, 1907. We got into Melbourne about 10 a.m. We went to the H.P. Co.’s office and had our ticket changed by paying £1-0-0 each. We then went to the head quarters of the conference 99 Summeset St. where we met Pres. Armstrong, Pres. Lott of the Victorian conference, Elders Despain, Wilcox and Hall. We had a priesthood meeting in which we had a very good time. We saw many interesting sights. In the evening Elder Wilcox ad I went to Her Majesty’s theatre, and saw a good play, in which TittleBrune an American actress of great ability took the leading part. Slept at the conference house, Next d 34 Sat. May 25, [-]907. Spent the day in visiting some of the friends of the Elders and also went to see the Museum and also the G.P.O. and a fine book & stationary store. At 5.30 p.m. we left the wharf and started for Adelaide. We had a good night’s rest. Sun. May 26. 1907 Had a heavy wind all day astear and could not travel very fast. Mr. Myers in our room, a gentleman from Melbourne was very ill. He seemed to appreciate our company and we enjoyed his Company. Monday May 27, 1907 Arose feeling well. Had very smooth sailing although we had a hard wind to face. We had several good gospel conversations during the day. We got into port at 7-30 p.m. and Elder Mason met us at the Ship & we went to the mis- sion house Ho: 110 Wright St. 3[5] Tues. May 28, 1907. Arose feeling well. After breakfast I went with Elders Ward and Gardener to the wharf as Elder Ward was going off on the Kyarra, a large coastal steamer, to Sydney as he was going to go home on the Moana which sails the 10 of June. We shall be pleased when we get matters arranged so we can go to work. I have a good opinion of Adelaide & think I shall enjoy my work here fine. Wed. May 29, 1907, Spent the forenoon in cleaning up our house at 110 Wright St. I scrub- bed and helped to clean out the different rooms. In the afternoon Elder Mason took me to see Bro. and Sister Gage. In the evening Pres. Hardman, Elders Gardener Mason & myself went to visit Bro. & Sister Bailey. We had a very en- joyable time talking gospel. 36 Thurs. May 30, 1907, Spent the forenoon in study in class. In the afternoon I went tract ing. I had a good conversation with a minister. I also had a good visit with another man on the gospel and he promised to attend our meeting next Sunday. I distributed fifty tracts. In the evening we had mutual. We are getting along very nicely together here at 110 Wright St. I think we shall be quite successful with the people here. as they seem kind and courteous. Although it is winter yet the weather is nice and fine. Today being the 30th of May I am reminded that it is decoration Day and that I have a grave that I should like to decorate. Yes more than one. My dear Mary’s & fathers. 37 Friday May 31, 1907 Spent the morning in class work In the afternoon I went out tracting and had several conversations. In the evening Elder Gardner, and I went to see a family of in- vestigators by the name Maule, Augusta, Alice, Olive, Rose, & Mrs. Maull, Miss Harding, Mrs. Smith and Mr. Hines were also there. We spent a most pleasant & we trust a most profitable evening. Sat. June. 1, 1907. Arose feeling well. It has rained hard all day. Elder Hardman and I have fixed up a place for our clothes. We bought lumber cur- tains & hooks. We shall have it nice now for our clothing. The day is quite cold. We are enjoying ourselves together, I got a letter today from my wife which made me feel happy. 38 Sunday, June 2, 1907. Arose feeling well after a good night’s rest. I dreamt I was home. The morning was very wet and cold and it was hard to keep warm. Is it was fast day we did not eat anything until after the afternoon meeting. The fast meeting was held here at 110 Wright St. Several came to meeting and we had a very good meeting. At the meeting tonight Elders Gardener, Mason & I were the speakers There was quite a nice attendance and we had a very enjoyable time. Monday June 3, 1907. I suffered all night with a most excruciating headache and almost felt like staying in bed this morning but got up and have felt better. I spent the forenoon in writing. This afternoon we have been visiting 39 at Mrs. Lee’s; Elders Hardman, Gardener, Mason and I all went and had a good time. We were very kindly treated and had a most enjoyable time. In the eve- ning we went Pres. Hardman, Elder Mason and I went to see sister Pedler and Mr. Pedler. We have spent a very pleasant eve- ning. It is now 10.30 p.m. and Elder Hardman is getting rice ready to cook for breakfast. The weather is cold and we can hardly get warm enough by the miserable fires they have in this country. As today is King Edward’s birth day there is a general holiday. People here are fond of holidays. I like the way Adelaide is laid off and the level ground on which the city is built. I wrote to Wm & Roland & Alma V today. 40 Wed. June 5, 1907. Arose feeling well but as we were late going to bed and were talking about the gospel I did not get much sleep. We spent the forenoon in study of the scriptures. In the afternoon I went out tracting & had four gospel conversations – short ones. Some Catholics would not take my tracts. I told one lady she did not know what she was missing by refusing our tracts. This afternoon at 4.52 Elders Mason & Gardener took train for Kangarilla. I was going but Elder Hardman felt inclined to have me stay with him & let Bro Mason go. We went to the station to see them off. We are going out this evening to Brother Bailey’s tonight to have a bible class. Just returned from Bro. & sister Baileys where we have had a very enjoyable evening talking on the gospel. We were given a nice lunch and were kept l[--]e even till 11 oclock p.m. I bought some warm underclothing today & I need them [the following line is written up the right edge of the page] It is getting cold. 41 Thur. June 6, 1907. Arose feeling well. Did the washing in the forenoon. Spent the most of the afternoon in preparing lesson for M.I.A. Attended M.I.A. and spoke on the miricles of Christ. Pres. Hardman spoke on the same subject. We had a good attendance of sisters & friends. Friday June 7, 1907. spent the forenoon in study, and I also wrote a letter to Annie & My father-& mother-in-law, Soren Anderson I wrote a card to Andrea my dear little daughter, I received a nice letter from Elder W.A. Bowles from New Zealand. Went tracting in the afternoon and was not re- fused once. Had five conversations, This evening Elder Hardman & I went to see Bro. Gage & family. Bro. G. is getting rather cold but he was kind to us this evening. 42 Mrs. Lee and Son and two daugh- ters came there also a young lady by the name of Mollie (Mary) – We found it a long walk but we enjoyed it. We are feeling well. Sat. June 8, 1907. It has rained considerable today. Pres. Hardman and I have been studying and pressing our clothes. I have copied eight or ten pages of a little poem I am writing. I read in the papers that a man by the name of Captain Silk, who wandered in the northern bush for the purpose of hunting, and who got lost has been found by a black. We also learn that the tram-men in ‘Frisco who are on strike exploded a bomb under a train loaded with passengers who barely escaped with their lives. Several earthquate shocks were felt in ‘Frisco yesterday, June 7. Yesterday we learned that another R.M.S. line of boats would be started between Frisco & Sydney in Aug. to alternate with Van 43 Sun. June 9- 1907. Elder Hardman and I arose feeling well; we fasted until noon and spent the morning in study. The Saints gathered at 110 Wright St. for S. School at 2 p.m. Elder H. con- ducted the primary class and I conducted the theological class. The lesson was the 3 & 4 chapters of 2nd Nephi. We had a good time Bro. Bailey invited us to his home to “tea” & we had a good time at his home. Sister B. is very deaf and wishes to be administered to for her hearing soon. We had meeting in the Rechebite Hall. We were greatly blessed of the Lord in our servises both in singing & in speaking. There was a good attendance. and all seemed very much interested. We felt that the Lord had heared our earnest prayers. Mon. June 10, 1907. Elder Hardman & I went to the office of the Adverti[-]er to see if the paper man- agement would publish or rather copy 44 from the Deseret News the Message to the world of the First Presidency of the Mormon Church regarding the Church of Jesus Christ. The Editor was not on duty but the sub-editor told us that the Editor would be in at 8-30 p.m. So we went again about 9 o’clock p.m. and saw the Editor. He said he could not give space for so long an article but if we would leave the paper he might put in extracts, as- suring us that he would not take out parts and put them together in a way to give any false coloring. Elders. Gardner & Mason got back this evening from Kangarilla full of a feeling of satisfaction with the result of their work; they held a meeting which was well attended. Tues. June. 11, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study. Went tracting in teh afternoon and distributed about 70 tracts; had four gospel conversations. 45 I think my loved ones at home received their mail about 10 a.m. today Tues. wh[-] would be about 4 o’clock p.m. Sat. at home I felt rather depressed today; I hope & pray that nothing is wrong at home. Wed. June 12, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study, and went tracting in the afternoon. Distri- buted 60 tracts and had five gospel [--]nversations. In the evening Elders Hardman and Mason went to visit The Pedler family and Elder Gardner and I went to see the Bailey family. We spent a very enjoyable evening. Thurs. June 13, 1907. It has been raining nearly all night and is cloudy this morning. We have spent the morning in studying the M.I.A. lesson. We had a very good meeting in the evening. Sister Flanagan spoke well adn so did Elder. Mason. Miss Nellie Lee recited “Bijar” 46 Fri. June 14, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study. I pre- pared dinner. In the afternoon Pres. Hardman and to took a train to M[-]am and then went up on the mountains where we had a beautiful of the surrounding country and of Adelaide; also of the ocean. On our way back a gentleman invited us to ride whit[-] him in his buggy and we were very glad to have a ride as we were tired; however he did not go only about 1 ½ mi from our place. So we had quite a walk. When we got home we prepared ourselves for an evening out. Elders Hardman & Mason went to see Bro. Gage & family and Elder Gardner went to see Mrs. Maul & family and I went to the Adelaide University 47 to hear Dr. Jordan, Pres. of the Leland Stanford Junior University, California, lecture on the subject of Japan. He also gave a lecture last evening on the methods and ideals of American universities. The assembly hall of the university of Adelaide is a large room and was pretty well filled with a class of fine looking people who were well dressed and it would be hard to see a lot of better appearing peo- ple together. The lecture was not satis- factory because it could not be heard. The architecture of the building might be alright for singing but when it comes to speaking it is not at all suitable. I had the pleasure of shaking hands with the Prof. and he told me he had been to Utah recently. He is a man of commanding presence and a strong voice but does not articulate distinctly I was glad to meet him & hear him speak. 48 In Dr. Jordan’s lecture on the subject of Education in the U.S. said that there are in the U.S. 250 institutions which reach the definition of “College” laid down by the laws of New York and by the Carnegie Foun- dation. Said there must be at least six professors engaged wholly in collegiate work and its income from endowments must not be less than ₤2,000. The total wealth of these institutions and the universities in the U.S. was now about ₤100,000,000. The agregate income is now about ₤ 6,5000,000 Of this amt, 40% comes from tuition fees. 25% “ “ indowments. 20% from state Federal aid. 5% from minor sources. Sat. June 15, 1907. Raining – Spent the day in study. Sun. June 16, 1907. Had S. School at 2-30. Meeting in the hall [--] [49] at 7 p.m. Had a good attendance at both. Elder Shaw came in on the boat Grantala and came up to the Acrebite Hall and joined us in our worship. He was the first speaker, & told us about the work in W.A. where he had been laboring in Perth. Mon. June 1[-] 1907. This morning I went to the boat with Elder Shaw as he wanted to change his clothing. In the evening we went to Mrs. Lee’s and we had an enjoyable time. Tues. June 1[-], 1907 Went tracting in the afternoon. Elder Hardman & Elder Mason went to see the Elder Shaw off. In the evening Elder Mason and I went to see Mr. & Mrs. Perkins, and preached to them & prayed with them, after which we went to Bible class at Mrs. Lee’s. [--] [50] Wednesday June 19, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and in going down to see Mr. Gosling & Angus about having my coat made larger. Elder Mason also went to see about his. I was measured for a pair of trousers. Elders Mason & Gardner received their letters. I went tracting. In the evening we all went to the silver wedding of Bro. & sister Bailey. We had a most enjoyable time and as there were several strangers there we had the pleasure of explaining some gospel to them. Thurs. June 20, 1907[-] Nine months ago today I left S L. City for this mission. My health is good. Spent the morning hours in study. Received nice letters from home, one from Naoma, one from Annie, one from Sarah, Two from Carrie, one from Wm and one from Bro. Chantrill one from Bro. 51 one from Bro. Hundsaker and one from dear mother. All good news. My heart is full of gratitude to the Lord that all are so well with me. We have had an enjoyable time. in our M.I.A. tonight. I spoke on the subject of faith & works. Friday June 21, 1907. Spent the morning in study. Went to the photographer with Elders Hardman and Mason and had our pictures taken. I stood the expense out of the money I received from The Journal as Brother Chas. England sent me $1000 for letters I had sent to the paper. Spent the afternoon in finishing a little poem I had been writing for my Fiftieth Birthday Aug. 15. In the evening Elders Hardman, Mason and Gardner went to see Bro. Gage and family and I wrote a letter to The Journal. 52 Sat. June 23, 1907. Spent the morning in reading. received another letter from dear mother con- taining ₤1-1-1. The dear soul never forgets her son. We all took the train about 2.30 and went to Glenel[-]ly to at- tend to the baptism of Elizabeth Ann Lee and two of her children Elizabeth Charlotte and John. Sister Weakley, Sister Gage & daughter went to see the ceremony also another daughter of Sister Lee. Elder Gardner did the baptizing and I confirmed sister Elizabeth A. Lee. Elder Hardman, Lottie and Elder Mason John. In the evening I went to the tailors and got a pair of pants I had ordered made and also I coat I had been having made larger. Afer supper I wrote a letter to my wife. We are all well and happy. 53 Sunday June 23, 1907 Spent the morning in study of the Book of Mormon. Had S.S. at 2-30 p.m. I had charge of the Theological class. Had meeting in the Hall at 7. p.m. Elder Hardman and I were the speakers. Had a good turn out and a good quiet meet- ing. Sister Lee brought us some soup over after meeting. Mon. June 24, 1907. Spent the morning in going down town. In the afternoon Pres. H. and I went to see Bro. Gage. I spent the evening in reading and writing. Am well. All are. The weather is cold and clear. Full moon, Think it will freeze tonight. We have to keep fire. 54 Tues. June 25, 1907. Did the washing of Elders Hard- man, Mason, Gardner and myself this forenoon and this afternoon. I went out tracting and distributed eighty tracts and had five gospel conversations and some were rather short in their refusal of the tract. A person feels almost like leaving them in the hands of the Lord & not teach them or rather try to teach them the gospel. But then when we find some who appreciate us we are made happy again. This evening we have all been to Mrs. Lee’s or rather sister Lee’s now as she is going off Sat. to New Zealand. We have spent a pleasant evening. There were several strangers there. So we feel encouraged some times. 5[-] [55] Wed. June 26, 1907. The weather is quite cold; last night it froze ice. The sun is out nice and warm this morning but it is so far north that it does not warm the earth very fast. My shadow was 9 ft. long at 12 A.Mon. At 4 p.m. Sun. it was 24 ft. long. On Mon. there was a big reception given Prime Minister of Aus. by the people of Adelaide. in the Town Hall as he had just returned from London. I have distributed 80 tract this afternoon and have had four gospel conversation. One was with a man who showed a great deal of bitterness against our peopel and our doctri[-]s. I did what I could to remove the prejudice from his mind, 56 Thurs. June 27, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and the after noon in tracting 52 tracts. I was in rather a degraded part of the city some of the time and I felt a relief when I got through that district called the north west end In the evening we had a good mutual meeting. Elder Mason was the principal speaker; he had Repentance as his subject. There were several strangers present. Fri. June 28, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading the Conference reports. The afternoon I went tracting and distributed 80 tracts and had several con- versations. This evening Elder Hardman and I went down to see sister Pedler and family. We had a good time. 57 Sat. June 29, 1907 Adelaide Spent the morning in scrubbing the floor and sweeping the rooms. Wrote a letter to The Journal. In the afternoon we all went down to the boat to see Sister Lee and her family off to Zealand. When we came back I wrote to my wife. It was eleven when I went to bed. Sun. June 30, 1907. We had rather an inpleasant feeling arise among us. There seemed to be a little misunderstanding. We had S.S. at 230 p.m. I had the pleasure in connection with the brethren, Elders Hard- man, Mason, Gardner and myself, I being mouth of blessing a beautiful baby boy. We gave him the name of George Kingsford 58 Horace Moore. The parents do not belong to the Church but there is a prospect of them joining. We had a good attendance at our meeting tonight. I opened by prayer. Elder Gardner and Elder Mason spoke and Pres. Hardman pronounced the benediction. We had a good meeting. We are all well and have many good times together. July 1, 1907. Adelaide. And so another month has come. I have just made out my report this 9 a.m. It shows that I have distributed 760 tracts lent 5 books, visited 659 strangers, had 61 conversations on the Gospel with strangers and 14 with Saints. However I have had nine visits to Saints at their homes and conversed with them on the gospel. I confirmed one member in the church. 59 July. 2 Tues. 2, 1907 July. Twenty three years ago today I was married to Mary in the Logan Temple. That was a happy day. I have much to be thankful for as a result of that day’s proceedings. In having the privilege of being united in wedlock to a pure, innocent loving girl, I have much to be thankful for, especially as that marriage was in the house of the Lord and the marriage was for time and eternity. As a union of that marriage I have four sons daughters and a son. O how I do love them. May the Lord bless them, forever. I had the pleasure of meet- ing a young man by the name of Stephen Threadgab and his young bride at sister Bailey’s. [--] [60] This afternoon I have dis- tributed 75 tracts this afternoon. I have had eight conversations and blessed one babe. The name of the child I blessed is Kenith James Campbell. The parents names are Thomas and Edith Campbell. In the evening Pres. Hardman and I went to the home of Mr. & Mrs. Myer. We had a very enjoyable evening. 260d. Adelaide Wed. July 3, 1907 Spent the day in writing & reading I wrote to Journal and to Sophronia. This evening Elder Hardman and I have been to visit Bro. & sister Bailey and had a little bible class. They are so very kind to us. The Lord blesses us with friends on every hand. [--] [61] 261 Thur. July 4, 1907. A.M. Read & wrote letters. Got photos. P.M. Went tracting. 7-30 p.m. mutual 262. Spent the morning reading & wrote a letter to Elder Iverson & Shaw. P.M. went tracting. 263. July 6, 1907. Sat. A.M. Went to photographgal- lary. Wrot to wife and sent cards to Roland & Andrew. Spent the after noon in reading the tract by C.W. Penrose on the Succession in the Presidency. I read several chapters in the D & C. We are fasting in the interest of sister Bailey who is very deaf. We are earnestly asking the Lord to restore her hearing. I trust she will receive her hearing as she is such a good faith- ful Latterday Saints. 62 Sunday July 7, 1907. 264. Spent the morning in study. We are still fasting and do not find it so inconvenient as I found it yesterday. Had fast meeting. Spoke, several bore testimony. After meeting we went over and administered to sister Bailey. We anointed her twice for her hearing and each adminis- tered to her. We had “tea” there. Went to meeting at 7 p.m. in the hall. I was called upon to speak and occupied the time in speak- ing of the removals of the saints from place to p[-]ase until they were located in Utah where the Lord is blessing them and making them a great people as the prophet Joseph Smith said they would be. We had quite a good attendance at our meeting and all seemed interested 6[-] [63] 265 Monday July 8, 1907 I am cook this week; so I have had the meals to prepare today. As it has rained hard all the afternoon we have not been out tracting. I received a letter to- day from John Carter; a gentleman whom we met on the boat when coming to Adelaide; he is on a large sheep station in W.A. He was very much interested in a gospel conversation we had on the boat the day we got into Adelaide and so he wrote to me telling me that he has sent me nine Emu eggs. He is one of the nicest men I have met in Aust. judging from the spirit he man- ifested in our conversation. I have read two lectures on the Book of Mormon by Dr. Talmage. 64 266 Tues. July 9, 1907. Did the cooking. Roasted piece of mutton, baked potatoes, boiled tur- nips. Had good dinner & meals today. Went out tracting in the p.m. and distributed about 130 tracts. The day being so cold I did not get many conversations. This p.m. Pres. Hardman & I visited Mr. & Mrs. Dyer. They were kind and so were their family. I lent them two books. The Oranga left Suva this morning so she will be here about the 16th at Brisbane. We shall be glad to get our mail again. 267 Wed. July 10, 1907. A.M. Did the house-work & read. P.M. Went tracting. Evening visited Bro. & Sis. Bailey. Had a good time, talking Gospel Read two chapters. 65 268. Thur. July 11, 1907. I got up and prepared break- fast which consisted of stewed rice and toast. I read a chapter from Articles of Faith on the subject of the Organization of the Church of Jesus Christ. Got dinner; went out tracting and distributed 100 tracts. Got supper and read until M.I.A. meeting. We had a good meeting and several strangers. We are all feeling fine tonight and are enjoying a good spirit. 269 – Fri. July 12, 1907. Feeling well. Sent tracts to Mr. J. Carter W.A. Spent the evening at the home of Mrs. & Sister Pedler’s. Had a good time. Preached the gospel to Mr. P. Pres. Hardman & I were both trying to convert him. Did the housework & had a “bath today” Hope my darlings are well. 66 270 Sat. July 13, 1907, Did the house-work & cooking. This p.m. Pres. Hardman Elder Mason and I went down to Goodwood to see sister Cooper. She is an old maid who lives alone in a nice house she paid £600 for which she earned with her needle. She has oranges on a tree & she treated us to some; she raises grapes, peaches, plums, and several other kinds of fruit. We have spent the evening in reading the scripture. 271 Sunday July 1[-]th 1907. A.M. Spent the time in reading the scriptures. P.M. Attended S.S. at 2.30; taught the theological class. Attended meeting in the Hall in the Evening; Elders Mason and Gardner did the speaking – Good meeting. 67 272. Monday July 15, 1907 Spent the forenoon in study and went tracting in the afternoon. 473 da. Tues. July 16 – 1907 Spent the morning in study went tracting in the afternoon. Had a few good gospel conversations. 474 W[--]. July 17, 1907 Spent the morning reading. Went tracting in the afternoon. [4]75 Thur. July 18, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and went down to the Station to see if the emu eggs had come from W.A. Our mail came at 1.-30 p.m. Good news. Had four letters from my wife. one from Naoma, one from Sarah, one from Wm. a few lines from Roland, one from mother, one from T.H. & Maggie. 68 and one from A.V. All well. The Journal contained two letters from me written in West Maitland. O how my heart rejoiced to get letter from home bearing good news. I got a letter containing pictures of my wife, Sophornie and the dear babe, also a photo of baby. This evening Pres. Hardman and I visited Mr. & Sister Pedler. [4]73 Fri. July 19, 1907. Day stormy. Spent the day in study. Been to M.I.A. tonight. Spoke in meeting that was held in the hall, on the subject of Priest hood and the organization. Elder Gardner re- ceived a telegram from Pres. Armstrong that he was to leave on the train for Melbourne tomorrow so as to take train the following Mon. 22, for Launceston. All well with us. 69 277 Sat. July 20, 1907. Elder Gardner took the 4.30 train for Melbourne where he expects to take boat Mon. for Launceston. We spent the day in house work and reading. This evening we held a meeting on the street. We went on one corner and sang but as no one stopped to listen to us we went to another place and had quite a nice crowd. Pres. Hardm[a]n & I were the speakers. I offered prayer and Elder Mason pronounced the benediction. On our way up the street a gentleman overtook us who had been listening to our talk and we had quite a long conversation with him. Elder Mason doing most of the talking. 7[0] 278. Sunday July 21, 1907. I have read the Review of B.H. Roberts of the Review of the Address to the world by our Church authorities, by the Minis- terial Association of Salt Lake City. Elder Roberts certainly handles these self appointed would be preachers of the Gospel without gloves. He sets forth their bias and false position in no uncertain manner. I rejoice in his courage, force, and intelligent manner of showing up the hypocritical stand of these blocks in the wheels of progress of religious truths. We had Sunday School in the hall at 2.30 and meeting tonight. I prayed and was the first speaker. Pres. Hardman followed. We had a good attendance and a good meeting Several strangers were present. 7[1] 279. Monday July 22, 1907 The day has been wet. Went tracting a short time and gave out 40 tracts. Spent the evening in writing to The Journal and a part of a letter to my wife. 280. days from home. Tues. July 23, 1907. A gentleman who has been a Seventh day Adventist came to see us this forenoon. He said he had seen the Book [of] Mormon and had read some of it; he said that as soon as he had glanced over the first page he knew God was in it. He had read sufficient to know that the doctrines agree with the bible. We gave him a number or our tracts; he had dinner with us. We are having our kitchen papered. I have been out tracting this afternoon and distributed 111 tracts I had three conversations; one a long one with a man living a batchelor life. He said he intended to visit our meeting. 72 Pres. H. and I have been to sister Weakley’s where we went to have a bible class; we read the 9th chap. of Matthew. 281. Wed. July 24, 1907. We spent the day in reading and cleaning house. I scrubbed two rooms. Elder Hardman and I went down to see Bro. Gage & family; it was his birthday and we had a nice time. The fore- part of the evening there was present a very eccentric old gentleman who had trans- lated the New Testament from the Greek i.e. the Gospel of John the three epistles and Revelations He held to some of the strang- est views I about ever heard. I told him we were servants of the Lord and he needed to repent He said he had had his head cut off and now he has Christ’s head. He said he had been ordained three times by Christ 73 with oil that came down from heaven for the ministry. 282 days from home. Thurs. July 25, 1907. Spent the day in writing, read- ing, and tracting. Went down to see the Pedler family in the evening. Elders H. & M. went to see the Maule family. 283 Friday July 26, 1907. Spent the day in study and in writing and in getting rady to go to Kangarilla. Went to M.I.A. in the evening. I have been put in charge of the M.I.A. in Adelaide. 284. July 27, 1907. Sat. Elders Hardman & Mason went with me to carch the 7.27 train to Blackwood. The train started exactly on the minute. In riding out to Blackwood 74 I got into a conversation with a gentleman and went past the Black- wood station without noticing it, and when we got to Belair the next sta- tion the train started before I was ready to get out; So on I went to Mt. Lofty. I was very much dis- appointed as I wanted to catch the early (8 o’clock) coach for Kangarilla, but I had to make the best of it so I took the next train back and had to wait in Blackwood until 2 p.m. While there I went to the refreshment house kept by a lady with six children; she is a widow and most of her children are quite small. She is heroically working to support her children A nice warm fire was made up for me as it was quite cold and at 12.30 I had a chicken dinner. It cost me 1 shilling. 75 The station master, a very sociable man who has lived 50 years at Blackwood said there are 24 [---] in the place of 50 inhabitants, rather I should say families. I was glad when two o’clock came so I could take the coach for Kangarilla. Two hours ride to me to my distination, where I was warmly received by the nice Thredgold family. I never received a warmer reception. As I had failed to catch the morning coach they feared I was not coming so Mrs. T. sent a wire telling that I might come at 2 p.m. The coach usually comes at 4 p.m. but on Sat. at 2 p.m. I spent a most enjoyable evening with the Thredgold family and a few of their friends that called in. 76 285 days from home. Sun. July 28, 1907. Spent the morning with the Thredgold family reading the bible and conversing on the gospel. In the afternoon Mr. Emil M. Ber- noth came in; he is a strong 7th day Adventist. We discussed religious topics for over three hours. He is an intelligent man but very set in his views in favor of the Seventh day religion I went with Mrs. Thredgold & her daughter Ruby to the Methodist church. After service I talked religion to the family and some of their friends until nearly 1 p.m. When I went to bed I could not sleep and my head pained. 286. Mon. July 29, 1907 Tracted the settlement and had several gospel conversations and in the evening held a meeting in the hall. Twenty five attended. 77 Mrs. Thredgold played the piano and helped in the singing. Ruby also stood up by me and helped sing. We sang: How firm a foundation &C. Love at Home & O My Father &C. Good attention was paid throught the services. I spoke on the First prin- Faith, Repentence, Baptism & The Laying on of hands. I also mentioned the coming forth of this great Latterday work. I had a most excruciating head ache all the afternoon but it was better by meeting time. for which I felt to Thank the Lord. 78 287. Tues. July 30, 1907. Spent the forenoon in gospel conversations with the Thredgold family, withGrandpa Thredgold and with Stephen T. wife who was very much prejudiced at first. I also went tracting and had two gospel conversations while doing so. After having a most enjoyable time in Kangarilla, I took the 4 o’clock coach and returned to Adelaide. Pres. Hard- man came to the station to meet me. 288 Wed. July 31, 1907. Spent the forenoon in writing letters home. Went tracting in the afternoon & in the evening went and visited the Bailey family and had a pleasant time. Elders H. & M. visited Pedlers. 289. Thur, Aug. 1, 1907. As the day and evening were very stormy we remained at home and spent the time in reading & study. 79 290. Fri. Aug. 2, 1907. Pres. Hardman and I went to Port Adelaide to meet Elder H.L. Hall and A.N. Tanner who were to arrive on the Kanowna, Elder Tanner was on is way to Perth, W.A. and Elder Hall to remain here with us in Adelaide. About 9 a.m. the K. berthed at the wharf. The Elders were on board O.K and we rejoiced to see them. We spent the day in talking over our experiences and rejoiced together. Attended M.I.A. in the evening. 291. Sat. Aug. 3, 1907. Spent the morning in doing a a little business. P.M. went down to see Elder Tanner off on the Kanowna which was to sail at 3 p.m. We walk- ed up the line about a mile to see the gas works and especially an old saint by the name of Cou[--]ills. Spent the evening at “home” 80 292. Sunday Aug. 4, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading & Priesthood meeting. We all spoke and a very good united spirit was among us. We are well and getting along well. At sacri[--]ent meeting severl bore their testimony. Elders Hardman, Mason Hall and I bore our testimonies. Bro. Bailey, sister Weakly, Sister Flanagan, Sister Chatman, and others spoke. We had an enjoyable time. We spent the rest of the afternoon in studying the scriptures. At the Evening meeting I opened by prayer. Elder Hall and I occupied the time; he spoke on church organi- zation. I spoke on the importance of the message we had for the world and de- clared that it is no use our mincing matters; we have the truth and we know it and must declare it boldly. We spent the evening in talking gospel and rejoicing thereon 81 293. Mon. Aug. 5, 1907. I did the cooking and the washing. I did the washing for the four of us. Spent the afternoon in study. 294. Tues. Aug 6, 1907. -Did the housework; went tract- ing in the afternoon although it was raining. I distributed 104 tracts & had six conversations. I met one man for whom I felt very sorry; he was as man about 25 to 28 yr old I should judge, he has a wife and two children, one<5> mos, & one 19 mo. He said he had been out of work five weeks and he and his wife were on the verge of starvation He said he was about to be turned out of the house because he cannot pay the rent. I truly felt sorry for hims & his wife Spent the evening at the mission house. 110 Wright St. Adelaide 82 Adelaide. 295. Wednesday Aug. 7, 1907 A.M. spent the time in reading. P.M. Went tracting, distributed 74 tracts and had several good gospel conversations. Two Catholic ladies with whom I conversed were not willing to take my tracts at first but after I had talked with them a few minutes they became very kind and took the tracts. One lady by the name of Mrs. Campbell had me promise to meet her at her daughter’s home tomorrow as her daughter has a very sick child. This evening Elder Hardman and I visited Bro. & sister Bailey. We spent an enjoyable evening. The telegraphic news conveyed the intelligence that the Moana left Suva this morning. 83 296. Adelaide Aug. 8, 1907. Thurs. Arose feeling well. prepared breakfast. Spent A.M. in copy- ing points against the Reorgan- ite church. In the afternoon I went to fill an appoint- ment to see a sick baby. The lady, Mrs. Campbell was at the home of her daughter Mrs. Birrill, and she was glad to see me. I was asked to bless the child, which I did giving it the name of Florence. I also blessed the little three year old boy Robert Birrell, After spending a little time in visiting, I left and called to see sister Weakley and then went to see how the fami- ly was getting along that I found Tues. in such destitute 84 circumstances. His wife told me he is going to Broken Hill to work. This evening Pres. Hardman and I have been down to see the Pedler family. Mr. Pedler had a fainting spell, which lasted 20 or 30 minutes. Elders Mason and Hall went to see Bro. Gage & family. We are all feeling well and happy. 297. Adelaide Aug 9, 1907. A.M. spent the day in copying the Josephite claims and the points against them. Prepared breakfast & dinner P.M. Went to see the sick baby I blessed yesterday; found it better. Distributed 102 tracts, and had several conversations. Prepared sup- per. At 7 o’clock p.m. had mutual. Good program & good attendance. Went to Bro Bailey’s to see Father Thredgold. 85 298. Adelaide. Aug, 10, 1907. Sat. A.M. scrubbed the house and cleaned and pressed my clothes. P.M. Read C.W. Penrose’s sermon on Blood atonement. Read the revelation through the Prophet Joseph called the “Olive Leaf”, also some history of the Church. It has been raining hard all- day nearly. We have all staid in today on account of wet day. 299. Aug. 11, 1907, Sunday. Spent the forenoon in reading & studying the S.S. lesson as I had charge of the Theological class. Went to the hall to S.S. at 2.30 p.m. Had a good class. After S.S. we practiced singing for the night meeting & read It rained hard part of the time. We had 27 at night meeting. Elders Hardman & Mason were the speakers. 86 300 days from home - Aug. 12, 1907. Mon We learned this morning that the R.M.S. Moana from Vancouver arrived in Brisbane yesterday and consequently we expect our mail. Wed. or Thur. I spent the most of the forenoon in reading Nelson’s Scientific Aspects of Mormonism. He reasons well. I was out tracting this afternoon and distributed 100 tracts & had six con- versations. One quite long on the Gospel. A Mr. Russell, a local preacher, was telling me how careful he is in speak- ing not to offend his hearers by teaching anything contrary to their preconceived notions. While he is a Baptist he does not teach baptism for fear of giving offence. — I spent the time after tract- ing in studying the subject of the Resurrection as I am to speak upon that subject Fri. night at the M.I.A. 87 301. Tues. Aug. 13, 1907. Adelaide. Arose feeling well. Spent most of the forenoon in studying the subject of the resurrection. In the afternoon I went to see the sick baby I blessed a few days ago. She is getting better slowly. By request I administered to her. The grandma and mother were very thankful to me. I went tracting and had six short gospel conversations & distributed 100 tracts and was re- fused twice. Elder Mason and I have just returned from sister Weakleys where we held a bible class. She is worried about her son whom she nor his family have seen since Sunday. O the wretched conduct of some people in the world is truly shocking! Her grand-daughter Grace Weakley was present. 88 302. Wednesday Aug. 14; 1907. I spent the forenoon in the study of the scriptures and especially the subject of the resurrection. Just after dinner Sister Coo- per came to the Elders quarter and donated £5-0 for the purchase of an organ so in the afternoon we all went & made inquiry in regard to an organ. We succeede[-] in finding a s[-]all little instru- ment that folded so we could carry it around. It cost £8-0. This evening Pres. Hardman & I have been to see Bro Gage and family. Had a good time. Elders Mason & Hall have been to Bro. Bailey’s. We hear good word from the Thredgolds. 89 303 Aug. 15, 1907. Thurs. Today is my fiftieth birthday. My health is good and my heart rejoices in the good news I have received from home upon receiv- ing letters from my wife, Fronie, Sarah, Wm. Mother & brother A.V. I received a check for £10-2-2 from my wife. We have receved a lot of papers today from home, The wind has been blowing quite hard so we did not go tracting. This evening Pres. Hardman & I have been to Bro. Bailey’s. Mrs. Thredgold and a young man who keeps company with her daughter were there and we preached the gospel to them. We had an enjoyable time. We are anticipating the pleasure of baptizing the Therd gold family before long. 90 304. Aug. 16, 1907. Friday. I have just been reading a well written article in the Deseret News entitled: – Why Celebrate the Fourth! After speaking of the struggle for liberty, it speaks of the liberties Americans enjoy under the Constitution among which are : Trial by Jury. 2. The right secured by the write of habeas corpus, by which a person may have an investigation at once in regard to any charge brought against him (or her) 3. Individual security. No arrests can be made for crimes committed except at the time. 4. A speedy trial. unless accused secured 5. Freedom of speech. 6. Protection to persons on trial. 7. Treason limited to overt acts. 8. Equality before the law. 9. Freedom of religion. 10. Civil power supreme. 91 16th continued. We are all well and interested in the home papers. Had M.I.A. at 7.30 I spoke on the resurrection. 305. Sat. Aug. 17, 1907. Arose feeling well. After break- fast I had a bath. Went to see the sick child of Mrs. Birrill. It was very sick but better than it has been. Called to see sister Weakley; she told me of her trouble with her son who is drinking heavily. Was measured at the Tailors for a vest. Have read a good deal. We held a meeting on the street tonight. Elder Hall offered prayer. I spoke & Elder Hall followed. We sang Nay Speak No Ill. O My Father and Far Far Away &C. Pres. Hard- man offered prayer. After meeting we had a little talk with some of the listeners. We had no dis- turbance while speaking. 92 306 Sunday Aug. 18, 1907. Ten months ago today since I wished my dear ones goodby. The fine letters I received from home- Carrie, Annie, Fronie, Sarah, William, Mother, A.V. all convey the good news that all are well. I truly makes me feel thankful that all continue to get along so well. I learn that Naoma and Annie are going to teach in Smithfield for $45 per month. We had Sunday School at 2-30 p.m. in the Elder’s quarters at 110 Wright St. We had a good time. After S.S. we took a walk to and through the Botanical gardens. We found thousands of people there. The gardens are very beautiful and we thoroughly enjoyed our walk. 93 We felt tired when we came back and I lay down and had a good rest for a short time. At 7 p.me we had meeting in the hall. Elders Hall and Hard- man were the speakers. They spoke on the subject of the Godhead, and especially emphasizing the personality of God. After the meeting in the hall we went out and held meeting on the St. The saints went with us. We had a large crowd. I was the speaker. I spoke on the first prin- ciples of the gospel and called atten- tion to the organization of the Church of Christ. Very respectful attention was paid by the large crowd. We came home rejoicing that we had been so abundantly blessed of the Lord. 94 307 Mon. 19, 1907. Aug. Wrote a letter to bro. Robt. B.T. Taylor, Salt Lake City, also one to Pres. F.J. Nye of the Sydney Con- ference. As the wind was blowing and it was showering I did not go tracting. Bought a reply to the book by Rev. Campbell. I read several chapters in the book. Elders Hardman, Hall, and I have been out this eve- ning visiting the Moore fam[-]ly. We were kindly treated. In order to please Mrs. M. we each took a chance in a draw which cost us a shilling. 308. Tues. Aug. 20. A.M. Read the review of the “new Theology” by Henry Varley. P.M. Went tracting, dis. 140 tracts Evening Visited the Maul family 95 319. Wed. Aug. 21, 1907. Adelaide Three months ago today Elder Hardman and I left Sydney for Adelaide. I wrote a letter to dear mother and finished reading. Varley’s review of Rev. Campbell’s book. Went tracting in the afternoon. When I came home I wrote a letter to Carrie. In the evening I visited Bro. Bailey’s and had a bible class. 310 Thurs. Aug. 22, 1907. Spent most of the forenoon in reading the New Theology by Rev. Campbell. Went tracting in the after- noon and had quite a good time, although I felt rather down hearted when I started. Pres. Hardman & I have been down to see the Pedler family We had a good time. They were all well. Elder Mason came 96 down from Kangarilla this evening; he reported having a good time. Elder Hall had rather a rough experience to- day with a minister. One woman whom I met today told me a sad tale of the treatment she had received from her three sons. We do hear some sad stories in our visits among the people. 311 Friday Aug. 23, 1907. A.M. Read Scripture & Campbell. P.M. Went tracting and wrote a letter to Wm. Sarah and W.H. Thain Held a M.I.A. meeting in the hall 7.30. We had a good attendance mostly Sisters. 312, Sat. Aug. 24, 1907. A.M. Read and went to see Mrs. Birrills and found her child better. Held a street meeting at night. Pres Hard- man & Elder Hall spoke. 97 313. Sunday Aug. 25, 1907. Spent the forenoon in the study of the bible, Book of Mor- mon, and other church works. We took a walk after Sunday School and saw Mr. Campbell and Mr. Monk and had a good gos- pel conversation with both of them. We held meeting in the hall and had a good attendance. Elder Mason an I were the speakers. After meeting we we held a street meeting and had a large attendance. Elder Hall spoke most of the time. I followed speaking about 15 min. We were shown respectful attention After meeting I had a talk with a Quaker on Pre-existence and baptism neither subject in which he believed. We came home feeling well satisfied with our day’s work. 98 314. Monday Aug. 26, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading & writing. Went tracting in the after- noon and distributed 80 tracts. Bought a dictionary for seven shill- ings and sixpence. Spent the eve- ning mostly in writing as Pres. Hardman and I made a call to fill an appointment and the man Mr. Andrews had gone out, so after taking a little walk we came back and I read a good in Rev. Campbell’s New Theology. 315 Tues. Aug. 27, 1907. A.M. Spent in writing to my brother A.V. P.M. Distributed 100 tracts. In the evening Pres. Hardman and I went to see Old sister Weak- ley; sister Flanagan was present. Had a good gospel conversation. 99 316 Wed. Aug. 28, 1907. Arose feeling well. Spent the forenoon in writing and reading In the afternoon distributed 100 tracts Came home and wrote a letter to Ann Eliza and a card to Bro. A.V. or wrote on the back of a picture to him also on the back of two pictures to my wife, one to William and one to Roland. Sent my wife a very black picture of Elder Hard- man & myself on which I wrote the following lines. As you look upon this picture, You no doubt can nicely trace, Gloomy, dark, and saddened feelings As expressed upon the face. This conveys in language stronger Than poor words can e’er express How we feel when postman brings not Letters bearing our address. 100 Letters which have crossed the ocean From our loved ones far away, And we have to wait and wonder What may come another day. On another I wrote the following; Yes the letters came my darling, And the darkness quickly fled; As we promptly oped the missives And good news from home, we read. So it is; dark clouds oft gather. And our hearts are sad and drear, Soon in comes bright rays of sunlight And our souls are full of cheer. Elder Mason and I have been out to see Mrs. Brooks and family about three miles from #110. We had a nice little visit and a cordial invitation to come again The number of young people standing around on the streets does not speak well for the morality of the city of Adelaide 101 317. Adelaide Aug. 29, 1907. Prepared my letters for home, did some reading. Bought a pair of spectacles. Wrote a letter to The Journal. In the evening Pres. Hardman & I visited Mr. & Sister Pedler. Had a good time. 318. Adelaide Aug. 30, 1907. Arose feeling well. Spent the forenoon in writing and reading. Finished reading Rev. Campbell’s New Theology. Wrote to my wife and Naoma. In the afternoon I went tracting and gave out 180 tracts. The wind blew very hard and it was very dusty. In the evening we went to the hall but it was occupied so we came to our house and had a very good meeting. Elders Hall & Mason spoke. 102 319. Sat. Aug. 31, 1907. Did the cooking and my own washing as we had previ- ously decided to do. We had a nice roast of been and baked potatoes. Had a bath and went to bed as I was feeling very miserable in fact more so that I had any day since I left home God up and prepared supper & in answer to an earnest prayer I felt better and went out with the other Elders and held a meeting on the street. Elder Mason and I spoke. I offered prayer and when I got through a lady came and pressed a sixpence in my hand. Mrs. Mills an earnest investigator, stood & listened while we were holding meeting. No one sa[-]d a word in opposition. 103 320. days from home Sunday Sept. 1, 1907. Fast day. Health not very good, Held fast meeting 11 a.m. Priesthood meeting 12.30 p.m. Spoke at both. Held meeting in the Domain, beyond the Botanical in a place called Victoria Square. Elders Hall, Hardman, and spoke Good attention was paid us by quite a large crowd. Held meeting in the hall and on the street Elder Hall spoke. After meeting I had a long argument on the street. Very respectful attention was paid We felt at the close of our day’s work that we had done a faithful day’s work. We had a lunch after meet- ing and went to bed feeling better. 104 321. Monday Sept. 2, 1907. Arose feeling very poorly after a disturbed night’s rest. Got breakfast. Went out to see the procession in com- memoration of the adoption of Eight Hours day in South Australia. The wide streets were crowded for blocks and blocks by thousands of people who stood watching the picturesque procession and listening to the music by the fourteen bands in the procession. It was a grand sight to see the thousands of trades people, - Artisans in all lines of labor stepping in unison to the strains of music. It was an evidence of what has been accom- plished by the working man in his interest. Instead of those who do the work of the world being compelled to struggle at his daily 105 toil and having no time for self- culture and association, according to the regulations of the Eight Hours Day, he has an opportunity to enjoy the comforts of home and the beauties of nature which are so abundant in this country. The magnificent banners flaunting in the sun and the spirited airs played by the fourteen bands in the procession pleased both the eye and the ear, whilst the sturdy march of the thousands of sel -reliant happy tradesman was a testimony in itself to the success of the cause so peacefully fought for and so enthusiastically celebrated.” After seeing the procession, Elder Hardman and I came to headquarters and went to bed where we remained until about 5 o’clock. We got ready and went to the Exhibition Building 106 on the University grounds and heard Bessi[-] o’ th’ Barn Band Concert. The hall was packed and the playing was very good. Although I was feeling very poorly in health, yet I enjoyed the fine music of this very celebrated band. 322. Tues. Sept. 3, 1907. Arose feeling much better. Had several sweats through the night. The severe cold that took hold of me is leaving me for which I am very thankful. Elder Hard- man is feeling qute miserable. The weather is good. I have just received a letter from Mr. J. Carter, W.A. This is the gentleman we met on our way from Melbourne who lives on a sheep station in W.A. I sent him some of our literature for which he thanks me and he says it is very interesting. He 107 says he is sending me & Elder Hard- man a box of wild flowers. 323. Wed. Sept. 4, 1907. Felt better today, Prepared the meals. Went tracting in the afternoon. Distributed 80. Went to an Opera called the “Blue Moon”. It was fine. Elder Hall & I went. 324. Thur. Sept 5th 1907. The wind blew hard all day. Spent the day in reading. 325. Friday. Sept. 6, 1907. All are feeling poorly in health. I think I am about the best in health. The hard wind kept us from tracting. I spent most of the day in reading Vol. II. Church History. Wrote a letter to John Carter W.A. and sent him Durant, Elder Hall & I went to see the Gage family in the evening. 108 326. Saturday Sept. 7, 1907. We are all some better but far from well. The paper brought the news that the Manuka arrived in Brisbane yesterday. Elder Hardman and I scrubbed out the missionary headquarters. I had a bath and then spent most of the day in reading Vol. 2. of the Latterday Church History. I have learned many things with respect to the difficulties en- countered by the Church in early times and especially that of the Prophet Joseph Smith. I cannot see how any one can doubt his divine calling when he becomes acquaint- ted with the work he did and the wisdom he exhibited in all try- ing circumstances. He was sure a great prophet! Elder H & I took a short walk this afternoon to see Mrs. Birrill’s little girl whom I blessed. She is now well. 109 327. Sunday 8, 1907. We are still under the weather with Influenza, however I think we are better. We spent the fore- noon in reading until 10 a.m. and then we got ready for Sunday School at 11 a.m. The attendance was small on account of sickness, I was in charge of the Theolo- gical class. We read the 26 and 27 Chapters of 2 Nephi, where Nephi is telling of the coming of Christ and the coming forth of the Book of Mormon. By invitation we all went over to Bro. Bailey’s and had ‘tea”. or rather a lunch before meeting. At 7 p.m. we went to the meeting in the hall. We had a good at- tendance. I spoke first and was followed by Elder Mason. We empha sized the First Principles. 110 328. Monday Sept. 9, 1907. The weather is very unsettled as it was yesterday. The wind blows hard, and it gives an occasional shower. We rather expected our mail from home but it did not come. The Manuka arrived in Sydney yesterday. Spent most of the forenoon in copying notes against the Reorgan ized Church. After dinner I went to the occulist to get my spectacles fixed, he was very obliging and spent over an hour in testing my eyes. Foy and Gibson’s large store opened today and there were thousands of people visiting the new store. Spent the evening in reading the book of Ecclesiastes and the Songs of Solomon. Elder Hardman has just read Sec. 88 in Doc. & Cov. 111 329. Tues. Sept. 10, 1907. Adelaide. Spent the forenoon in reading Josephite history. At 2 P.m. our mail came. I received letters from carrie, Mother, Naoma, Innie, Sophronia, Bro. R.O. & Florence, one from Bro. James Chantrill and a young man Mr. Matthews who is working with James Hobbs. I received a letter of introduction to Mr. E.T. Matthews. We also received a lot of papers. Carrie informed me that Wm. had had his arm broken which made me feel very downhearted. This evening Elder Hardman and I went to see Mrs. Weakley but as she and her daughter were going out we went to see Mr. & Mrs. Matthews. They treated us very kindly. We were given lunch. 112 330. Wed. Sept. 11, 1907. Adelaide. Spent the forenoon in reading. In the afternoon went tracting until 3.30 p.m. Distributed 25 tracts “Saved by Grace and about 40 others. Had three con- versaions and made Mrs. Camp. bell a short visit. At 4 p.m. we all went down to Glenelg to baptize Ruby Thredgold and Dorothea Tap- field. They were baptized by Elder Mason. I confirmed Dorothea Tapfield. Bro. & Sister Gage, Sister Weakley & daughter, Sister Bailey went down with u[-]. The sea was running quite high. This evening we have all been to Bro. & Sister Bailey’s to spend the evening. We have spent a very enjoyable time. 113 Adelaide. 331. Thur. Sept. 12, 1907. Elder Hardman and I went to see the Agricultural & Horticultu- ral Society Show on the Exhibition grounds. There were 2500 people, and 500 children in attendance. The exhibit was very good. We had a M.I.A. meeting in the evening. We had a large attendance at mission headquarters. I spoke on the Mormons as colonizers after Sister Kerr gave a lecture and sister Weakley read a story and Amy Gage gave a recitation. There were several visitors present among whom was Mr. Andrews it be- ing his first visit. We decided to start an M.I.A. paper to which we gave the title of The Success. We are all getting better in health. 114 332. Friday Sept. 13, 1907. Adelaide. Arose feeling quite well. Have written a letter to The Journal telling about the Show. Sister Ruby Thredgold came in and paid us a visit this morning. The day is beautiful as it was yesterday. I am now going out tracting. I distributed 65 tracts & had several gospel conversations. In the evening Elder Hall & I went together as far as sister Kerr’s and he went in to fill an appointment for the evening and I went as far as Mr. & sister Pedlers. Spent a very pleasant evening until ten oclock and Elder Hall came down. We had a lunch of hot milk, bread, butter & cream. Sister Pedler said her little son was ready to get baptized. 115 333. Sat. Sept. 14, 1907. Did my washing this morning. Wrote a letter to brother R.O. & wife. Spent the rest of the day reading until 4.30 p.m. got ready and took some papers to the reading room on North Terrace There were thousands of people coming from the football game. I have never seen so many people on the streets of Adelaide unless it be on Eight Hours Day. This evening we went out and held a street meeting. Elder Hall and I were the speakers. Not many stopped to listen although there were many hundreds passed us while we were holding our meeting. Surely: As it was in the days of Noah so is it now. 116 334. Sun. Sept. 15, 1907. Adelaide Had Sunday School at 110 Wrigh Went to the Gardens and held meeting. Elder Mason and I spoke. We spoke on the first principles and the resurrection. Held meeting at 7 p.m. in the hall. Pres. Hardman and Hall were the speakers. We had a very good meeting and there were several visitors. We held meeting on the street. A large crowd gathered around to listen I was the speaker and was shown most respectful at- tention. We came home feeling to rejoice in our successful time. I gave the people an account of what the Latter- day Saints had done by way of colonization. 117 335. Mon. Sept. 16, 1907. Arose feeling well in health. We are all quite well. Read in the morning paper that the Mo[--]owai, a boat that had been due three days in Sydney from New Zealand and had been lost six years ago, arrived in Sydney, having been found on the Tasman sea in distresse[-] having lost her rudder. There was a chinese corpse on board and some of the passengers and crew attributed this to be the cause of the bad weather & ill luck. There was great rejoicing when the passengers were safely landed. I spent the most of the morning reading a book written by Mrs. McCabe showing up 118 the evils of the Catholic priest and Nun system. I went tracting in the after noon and distributed 50 tracts Had several conversations. Went to see Mrs Matthews and gave the family some Journals. Had a gospel conversation with them. I had a conversation with young Mr. Hatcher & wife. He had recently been told that conditions used to be in Utah that none only “Mormons” were safe. I explained the situation to him. I had a conversation later with his father Mr. George Hatcher. A Catholic priest saw Mr. H. walking down to the gardens with us yesterday and he was try- ing to poison Mr. H. against. us. He claimed that Pres. Young never was appointed by a U.S. president. 119 336. Tues. Sept. 17,1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and in writing. Mrs. Emery a Josephite lady brought her little boy Arthur to be administered to. I was mouth in the administration. This lady wants to be baptized into our church. She once belonged but was influenced to withdraw from our church & join the Josephites. I received a letter from Miss Minnie P. Poole telling lots of news which I was glad to learn. Went tracting in the afternoon, had a gospel conversation with a local preacher Mr. Russell. In the evening Elder Mason and I went to visit the Maule family and had a long gospel conversation They are very hard to convert but they keep on in their investiga- tion. 120 337. Wed. 18, 1907. Sept. AM Wrote a letter to The Journal. Mrs. Emery brought her little boy to be administered to again, but he was much better than he has been. Pres. Hardman received a letter from Pres. Armstrong which was very encouraging, and congratulatory. Went out tracting and distri buted 71 tracts and had several gospel conversations. This evening Elder Hall and I went to see sister Weakley. Her daughter, Mrs. Sloan was there. We spent a very pleasant evening. Wrote a part of a letter to my wife today. Eleven months ago this morning since I wished my family goodby. O that was a trying time, but the time is passing along and I shall soon be with my dear ones again.. 121 338. Thurs. Sept. 19, 1907. Spent the fore noon in read- ing & writing. Most of the afternoon in tracting. Had a M.I.A. meeting at night. Sent a letter to Bro. Heilbot & Minnie Poole. 339. Fri. Sept. 20, 1907. Spent the forenoon as usual. Went tracting in the afternoon. Elder Hardman went to see Mr. & Mrs. Pedler also called to see sister Kerr. Wrote a letter today to my dear daughter Naoma. 340 Sat. Sept. 21, 1907 Adelaide A.M. Spent the time in writing a letter to Naoma & Annie. P.M. Spent the time in reading. In the evening we went out on the street & held a meeting. Elders Mason and Hardman were the speakers. 122 341 Sunday Sept. 22, 1907. Spent the most of the morning in studying the Book of Mormon lesson, the 29 chap of II Nephi, as I was to take charge in Sunday School of the Theological Clas[-]. S.S. convened at 11 a.m. At 4.30 we held meeting in the Botanical Gardens. I was called upon to speak. I spoke on First pri- ciples. We did not have many to listen. Elder Hall was very miserable in health. I had a severe headache with which I suffered until bedtime. We met in the hall at 7 p.m. & held meeting until 8 p.m. and then we held a meeting on the street. The Saints went with us. A large crowd gathered around to hear us. I spoke on Church organization. Pres. Hardman spoke on First Principles, Faith, repentance, baptism & The Holy Ghost. 123 342. Monday Sept. 23, 1907. A.M. Read a good deal of the history of Zion’s Camp. The hard- ships and trials of this company were quite distressing. It gave the Prophets a good opportunity to study the characters of men. The distance traveled was about 1000 mi. Fourteen of the Sixty eight who were taken with the cholera died. The names of those who died John S. Carter, Eber Wilcox, Seth Hitchcock, Erastus Rudd, Algernon S. Gilbert, Alfred Fish, Edward Ives, Noah Johnson, Jesse B. Lawson, Robert McCord. Elial Strong, Jesse J. Smith, Warren Ingalls & Betsy Parrish. See Church History Vol. 2 p. 120. I did my washing. Elder Hard- man also did his. I wrote a 124 letter to Bro. Chantrill and a part of a letter to my wife. I have copied a good deal of the Reorganite history. We are expecting the Josephites to make an attack upon us some of these times when holding our street meeting, so we want to be pre- pared for them. A heavy rain came on in the evening so we did not go out visiting. Elder Hall and I took a walk before going to bed as the rain quit for awhile. 343. Tues. Sep’t. 24, 1907. A.M. Wrote a letter to Sophronia. Read “My Reasons for leaving the Church of England” by Bro Thomas Went tracting in the afternoon and distributed 120 tracts. Had some gospel conversations; had quite 125 a time with two Catholic ladies. Elders Hall and Mason bought a Mandolin today so we expect “a good time in the old town.” Elder Mason & I visited Bro. Gage’s tonight. We are all well in health now. As it was Elder Hall’s birthday today, he had some nice cards & presents sent him. 344. Wed Sept. 25, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading Divine Plan of the Ages by Russell. Memorized the following lines. Ye curious minds who roam abroad And trace creation’s wonders o’er; Confess the footsteps of your God. And bow before him and adore. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The heavens declare thy glory Lord, In every star thy glory shines; But when our eyes behold thy word We read thy name in farer lines 126 I wrote a short letter to my brother Alma V. and a part of a letter to Son Williams. This p.m. I have distributed 103 tracts and visited 62 houses, had several gospel conversations. I called in to see Mrs. Matthews and had a pleasant little visit. Came home and found all the Elders in and Pres. Hardman busy getting supper. The weather is cool and pleasant and showry. Elder Halldman & I spent the evening at Bro. Bailey’s. Mrs. Thedgold was there from Kangarilla. She said the people up there are very much prejudiced against them for the interest they have manifested toward the Gospel Sister Weakley was there. We had a bible class. We were introduced to a Mr. White & wife who are lodging there at Bro. Bailey’s. 127 345. Thur. Sept. 26, 1907. Wrote a letter to Bro. R.O.’s family and finished a letter to Wm. I read several chapters in the Devine Plan of the Ages. Went tracting in the afternoon and had several good con- versations and distributed over a hundred tracts. Had M.I.A. meeting and had a very meet- ing. Elder Mason spoke on Authorty. We Elders sang. “I Need The Evey Hour.” Elder Hall read our M.I.A. manuel Success which contained some very good pieces. After meeting we had some nice music. We are all well and getting along nicely. Several saints and friends came to our meeting tonight which made us feel happy. 128 346. Friday Sept. 27, 1907. Wrote a letter to Carrie and in the letter I put the following. A year has passed away my darling Since I looked upon your face, Since I threw my arms around you In a loving fond embrace Since a tender tear of sorrow Trickled down your rosy cheek, And you trembled with emotion Making it so hard to speak. In my eye I see you ever As we parted at the train Your dear self is e’er before me And will ever there remain. As it was raining and I could not go tracting so I wrote to my daughter after finishing my wife’s letter. Saw Elder Hall off for Kanga- rilla on the 4.52 p.m. train In the evening we visited sister Pedler & sister Kerr. I spent most of the evening at Sister K. as her Josephite sister was there 129 347. Sat. Sept. 28, 1907. Arose feeling well, got break- fast. Spent the forenoon in read- ing Roberts reply to the ministeri- al association. Prepared dinner had roast beef & baked potatoes. In the after I went to see Mrs. Birrell but she was not at home. Called at Bro. Bailey’s on my way back and had a good conversation with a Mrs. White who with her husband are boarding at Bro. B’s. Went to see old lady Campbell and had a good visit with her Came home and lay down to have a nap. Got up and pre- pared supper. There was a big fire near our place but the fire brigade put it out. We went out to hold meeting on the street, but decided it would not pay to try. 130 348. Sunday Sept. 29, 1907. Spent the morning in getting break- fast, doing up morning work and in preparation for S.S. and in getting my lesson. At 11 a.m. we had Sunday school, but the attendance was not very large. At 4 p.m. we held a meeting in the Botanical gardens. A large crowd gathered around and gave very respectful attention while Elders Hardman and Mason gave two very interesting discour- ses on the first principles of the Gospel. A gentleman asked us a number of questions about our religion. We came home and got ready for evening. At 7 p.m. we opened our meeting in the hall. I occupied the time. At 8.15 we went on the street and held a very successful meeting. Elder Mason occupied the time. We had several little discussions with men who had been listening. We felt that our day had been well spent and that the Lord had been with us. 131 349 days from home. Sep’t 30, 1907. Mon. Adelaide. Arose feeling well. Prepared breakfast. Read the morning paper. Learned that the Burie from San Francisco, arrived in Sydney on the 28 so we expect mail Tues. or Wed. Spent the day in reading as it was too windy and dusty to go tracting. I have spent most of the day in reading. “A New Witness for God,” by Elder B.H. Roberts. This evening Elders Hardman, Mason and I went to see the Moore family with whome we had an enjoyable time. They have a nice family and we are in hopes they may yet join the Church. It is no easy matter to bring up a family in this country and keep them uncontaminated. 132 350. Oct. 1, 1907. Adelaide. Spent the forenoon in reading. “New Witness for God.” Went tracting in the afternoon. Distributed 71 tracts. Received a post card from Elder H.P. Bair. The Oirangi left Sydney for Vancouver this morning. The papers today tell of disasterous floods in France and Spain. It also tell of the Cardiff express colliding with a mineral train but no one was injured, It also says that the Chicago express collided with a freight train on the Baltimore-Ohio railway. Fifteen persons were killed and 20 injured. There was also a terrible accident on the Paris- Bordeaux express by its colliding with a good’s train and ten were killed and thirty injured. The paper also tells of an excursion train on fire in England by none perished. Elder Hardman & I spent the eve- 133 in visiting Mr. & Mrs. Matthews. Had a pleasant time & a good gospel conversation. Had an introduction to two of their sons. 351. Adelaide, Wed. Oct. 2, 1907. The Advertiser, this morning states that the Fo[-]eric left Auckland yesterday and that Cap. Gardiner told that it had practically been decided that if the present boats are successful all the San Francisco boats will call at Auckland on the way to Sydney, and that a line of the fastest Steam- ers will be put on. America & Japan. An unprecedented ovation has been accorded at Tokio to Mr. W.H. Taft, American Sec’y of War, who [---] on his way to Manila has visited Japan as the bearer of a friendly message from Pres. Roosevelt to the Mikado. The Japanese 134 newspapers declare that no incident, pres- ent or future, can possibly disturb the friendship of Japan for America. We were rather disappointed this morning on learning that the Fo[-]eric left Auckland yesterday as we under- stood that she arrived in Sydney last Sat. but under a different name so much alike that we thought the name was misunderstood in the telegram, or cable, so we expected mail today. The weather is much cooler than it has been. A fine shower came in the night which is a great benefit to agriculture[-]ists. & pastoralists. A.M. Spent what time in had for reading in reading Gal. and A New Witness &C. P.M. Went tracting although it was very windy. Bought Tennyson’s poems. Spent the evening in reading a Biogra- phical sketch of Lord Tennyson. 135 352 days from home Thur. Oct. 3, 1907. Adelaide All arose feeling well. We all feel a little blue today although the day is bright and beautiful. I spent the fore noon in reading Josephite history at the closing part of 1860 & the beginning of 1861. Read the address of Joseph Smith the sun of the prophet, to his church. Prepared dinner; bought some fish for dinner. Went out tracting and distributed 110 tracts. Had several good conversations. Blessed two children named respectively. Florence Doretha Gib- bons, and Allice Lillian Eliza Gibbons. The mother lives out in the country and she was at her mother’s place. I got along very well tracint today 136 and had several conversations while distributing 110 tracts. I felt tired when I got “home”. I prepared supper. We had M.I.A. meeting at our “home” and we had an enjoyable time. Miss Ollie Maule came and played the organ for us. We had a few strangers. 353. Friday Oct. 4, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading & getting dinner. In the afternoon I went tracting and distributed 133. I had a long talk with a Roman Catholic lady. She did not want to talk at first but I told her that when she turned me away from her door she was turning away a servant of the Lord. I explained to her, as fas as she would let me, the gospel. She felt sure that her church is right. She claimed that the Priests & Nuns are pure and holy beings. Made so through the sacraments. 137 In the evening Elder Hall and I went down to see Mr. & Sister Pedler. This afternoon Elder Hardman received an encouraging letter from Pres. Armstrong. We are all well. 354. Sat. Oct. 5, 1907. Adelaide. Elder Hardman & I did the house cleaning. I swept all the house and scrubbed the kitchen. We all had a bath & change. This afternoon Elder H. & I went & exchanged the bedstead matress upon which he & Elder Mason sleep for a better one – as larger one. I am studying up the subject of Charity for our M.I.A. meeting next Thursday evening. I am reading an article by Elder B.H. Roberts entitled Originality of the Book of Mormon II Nephi. Adam fell that man might be and man is that he might have joy. 138 355. Sun. Oct. 6, 1907. Arose feeling well but Elder Mason was ill. Kept his bed all day. Had fast-meeting at our “home”. Had a very enjoyable meeting. Went down to the Botanical gardens and held a meeting. Elder Hall and I spoke on the first principles Quite a number listened to us. Came home and prepared a bite to eat as we had not eaten any thing, it being Fast- day. Held meeting in the hall at 7 p.m. Elder Hall spoke. Held meeting on the street from 8 to 9. Elder Hardman spoke. Had a large crowd of attentive listeners. We feel that we are greatly blessed in our work. We are very thankful to the Lord. 139 356. Mon. Oct. 7, 1907. I got up before the other Elders, split wood, lit a fire, heated water and started my washing before break- fast. By 9 o’clock I had my washing out and then I started a letter to my wife. Read awhile from Roberts’ New Witness &c. In the after noon I went out tracting & distributed 80 tracts had a few conversations and met some who would not accept of a tract; they were Catholics. The Catholics are so tied up in their religion that they will not read anything else. Those who have stood out in apposition to the idolitrous worship of this R.C. church deserve great credit. As Elder Mason is still ill I am staying with him while Elders Hardman & Hall have gone to see the Moore family. 140 357. Tues. Oct. 8, 1907. Arose feeling well and as Elder Mason was not feeling well I got up and prepared breakfast. Spent the morning in read- ing Roberts’ New Witness &C. Our home mail came about 2.30 p.m. to our great delight. The word I received from home was good, I got a letter from Carrie, Fronie, Sarah & William, also from mother and sister Mary. The best letter I have receivd from my wife since I left home was the one today. William says his arm is alright again which was good news to me. Everything is going on nicely at home. 141 My brother C.A. is going blind like dear mother. He will have to undergo an operation as soon as his eyes are in proper con- dition. I learn that my dear old friend W.B. Preston Jr. and Solon Barber were drowned in Bear River. The news is very very sad to me. O the sad things that have happened at home since I left. However we must feel that a kind Providence rules over all. I hope and pray that I may be preserved to return to my loved ones and find their number unbroken. So far I have been great- ly blessed in every way. 142 358. Wed. Oct. 9, 1907. Arose feeling well. Spent the forenoon in reading A New Wit- ness and several chapters in the bible. Went tracting in the afternoon. Did not have a very encouraging time. In the evening Pres. Hardman and I went to visit Bro. Bailey’s. 359. Thurs, Oct. 10, 1907. Found in the paper that the Fo[-]eric leaves Sydney with mail to San Francisco and to catch it we had to post our letters by 3 p.m. I wrote a my wife and one to The Journal about Bros. W.B. Preston jr. and Solon Barber who were drown in Bear River. Went tracting this afternoon. Tonight we had our mutual meeting. Good attendance. I lectured on Charity. Sister Chap- man lectured. We had other parts. 143 360 Friday Oct. 11, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study. Went tracting in the afternoon Distributed 122 122 tracts & had several good conversations. A little boy followed me around and wanted a little book; he was very persistent. I met his father & gave him a tract. Saved by grace through obedience. This evening Elder Hall & Mason were not feeling very well so they did not go out. Elder Hardman and I went down to see the Pedler family. The grocery man was there and we had a long argument on the gospel. He held to some strange ideas. We talked until after ten oclock. We had a lunch and came home. 144 361 Saturday Oct. 12, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and I wrote a letter to William and sent a card to Elder H.P. Bair to Tasmania. 195 Bathurst St. Hobart. I sent him three Journals. I read a sermon by O.F. Whitney, Man versis God. It is a very good sermon. I also read a letter in the News by F.G. Carpenter written from Egypt. Carpenter is telling of a visit to the Kedi[-]e. I took a walk in the after- noon. There were thousands of people on the streets. A lot of men were gathered around Tattersal’s head quarters gamb- ling on the horse-races that were going on in Sydney. In the evening Elder Hall and I went to see mo[-]ing pictures in 145 the Town Hall. The house was filled and the pictures were the best I ever saw. They are called the Peacock Pictures and they certainly do credit to the managers. Two ladies san several songs. 362. Sunday Oct. 13, 1907. Had S.S. at 110 Wright at 11 a.m. We had a good Sunday School. The subject for the Theological class was the [-]2 and 33 chap. of II Nephi. The attendance was good. In the afternoon Pres. Hardman, Elder Mason and I went down to the Botan- ical gardens and held a meeting beginning at 4 p.m. Elder Hardman and I were the speakers. One man un- der the influence of liquor 146 disturbed us some, by aski- ing questions. Quite a crowd gathered to hear us, i.e. we felt it quite a large crowd for us to have in the gardens. We held meeting in the hall from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Elders Mason & Hardman being the speakers. The attendance was the best we have yet had and the speaking was good. We held a meeting on the street at the usual corner opposite the post office. A large crowd gathered; the saints were nearly all with us. I was the speaker and the Lord greatly blessed me in doing so. After meeting we had some talk with two men who opposed us. We felt to greatly rejoice in the success of the day. [147] 363. Monday Oct. 14, 1907 Did my washing this a.m. Received a letter from Mr. J. Carter and a photo of his home and wife & two sisters. I wrote a letter in answer. In the evening Elder Hard- man and I went to see Mr. & Mrs. Matthews but they had gone out so we went to Bro. Bailey’s and I felt very glad we did as Elder Hall was there being doctored for a bad jaw as a result of having a tooth pulled by a poor dentist Sister Bailey is a very good nurse and we are in hopes that Elder Hall will soon be all right. It is such a blessing when far from home to receive kind attention. [148] 364. Tuesday Oct. 15, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading and writing a letter to The Journal. went tracting in the afternoon and had a long conversation with Mrs. Maule & her daughters. In the evening Elders Hardman Mason and I called over to see Elder Hall who is at Bro. Bailey’s We administered to him and he seemed much better. Mr. Thredgold from Kan- gorilla came to see us today and took dinner with us. We had a very good gospel con- versation with him. He & his family are still very much interested in the gos- pel. We are in hopes that the family will all join the church in the near future. Sent a[--] letter & my photo to J. Carter murgoo. Western Australia [149] 147 Wed. Oct. 16, 1907. Spent the forenoon in read- ing, and in writing a letter to The Journal. Went down to Glenelg at 1 p.m. to wit- ness the baptism of Mrs. Bertha May Emery, Amelia Langingberger and Clarence Albert Pedler, Elder Mason did the baptizing which was done on the beech and those baptized did their changing in the sand hill hollows. I confirmed Sister Emery. We were late getting back. Elder Hall was very bad from the effects of hav- ing a tooth pulled and a part was broken in his jaw sister Bailey is doing all she can for his comfort. I slept with him to wait on him. [150] 148 Thurs. Oct. 17, 1907. Elder Hall was still very bad and we almost de- cided to call in a doctor, but finally we decided to trust to the Lord and the careful nursing he was re- ceiving. In the afternoon he became much better & by evening he felt fine. Elders Hardman, Mason and I went to the Stump Art Gallery and ordered 3 doz. Photos. Then we went to the R.R. to see how much the fare would be to Melbourne by rail as Elder Mason re- ceived a letter from Pres. Armstrong transferring him to Melbourn. The fare by rail is £2-10 and by boat £1-15. [151] 149 I went tracting and had a few conversations. I also called on Mr & Mrs Matthews and they gave me a kind invitation to visit them some evening. At 7 p.m. we began our M.I.A. meeting we had an attendance of 22, and we had a very good time. Some of our outside friends staid until 10 p.m. talking religion. We went over and found Elder Hall getting along nicely for which we felt the thank the Lord. [152] 150 365. Oct. 18, 1907, Fri, Adelaide South Aust. Just one year ago today I left my home and dear ones. I have written a letter to Sophronia & Sarah to- day and to Sister Mary A. Reese and to her daughter Ella. I also finished my letter to The Journal. I received a letter from Elder H.P. Bair. He is well and is getting along O.K. Went tracting this after- noon, visited 80 homes & distributed 135 tracts; had several conversations. This evening Pres. Hardman & Elder Mason & I visited Bro John Gage & family. We are all glad that Elder Hall is getting along fine. [153] 366. Oct. 19, 1907. Sat. Spent the forenoon in reading and writing and house-cleaning. In the evening we went to the Botanic Gardens. The people of Adelaide were out in all their glory in response to an invitation of the authorities in charge of the Botanic Gardens for the people to visit the gardens in honor of the fiftieth annaver- sary of their opening. When we got to the 10 feet en- trance we found a jam of people dressed in their gayest attire entering as fast as they could get through and while there were hosts of people in- side, yet people were still coming from all directions. We got in with the human [154] current and enjoyed listening to a few musical selections by the brass band and in seeing the beautiful beds of flowers and the very beautiful pot plants and in seeing the host of people. 367 days from home. Sunday Oct. 20, 1907. Had Sunday School from 11 to 12. Went to the Botanic Gardens and held a short meeting. I was the speak- er. From 7 to 8 we held meeting in the hall. Elder Mason gave his farewell address. Went to Bros Bailey’s and administered to Elder Hall who is still suffering from his tooth ache. Ellis Osmond came over and slept with me. This young man is keeping company with sister Ruby Thredgold and we are in hopes of his joining the Church. [155] 151 368. Mon. Oct. 21, 1907. I arose this morning with a severe headache; it seems that I have taken a sever cold. I read the morning paper. Nothing startling. Spent the fornoon in writing to my wife. Bro. Gage came and had a visit with us. I do not enjoy his company too well. I do not feel quite a conge- nial spirit. I fear he will need to be very careful to prove faithful. I gave him a pair of shoes I did not particularly need. They just fit him. He took dinner with us. After diner I lay down and had a sleep and then got up and went tracting. I had several good conversations on the gospel. Elder Hardman & Elder Mason went to visit Mr. & Mrs. Moore. I re- mained home and read the B. of M. I received a letter from Elder Fenton. [156] 152 369. Tues. Oct. 22, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading Talmage’s 2nd lecture on the Book of Mormon, and in taking an inventory of the books and tracts on hand and the acct, of the money on hand for the sale of literature as Elder Ma- son was desirous to turn these accounts over on account of the time nearing for his departure, and Pres. Hardman desired me to take charge of these matters. At 3 p.m. I went out tracting and distributed 91 tracts & had five conversations. Came “home’ and started a letter for The Jour- nal. I told of the visit to the Botanic Gardens last Sat eve. by the people of Adelaide & of our going there too. [157] 153 This evening Elders Hardman, Mason & I went to visit Mr. &. Mrs. Matthews and had a very pleasant time. They treated us fine and we have hopes of their joining us. We would be delighted to have them do so. 370. Wednesday Oct. 23, 1907. Arose feeling well. Wrote a letter to The Logan Journal. In the afternoon I went to the “Advertiser building and saw the editor and subeditor in regard to publish- ing matter against us. I showed the editor an article Pres. Joseph F. Smith entitled: Truth about Mormonism and showed him a picture of the Prophet Joseph F. Smith and also views of Utah’s principal buildings. I also [158] 154 showed him the statement Pres. Smith made when he was before the judge on a charge of unlawful cohabitation. He said if I would write to the paper he would pub- lish it, and he would see that nothing unfair was published against us. I kindly thanked him for his courtesy. I went to the photographers & learned that some photos would be ready for us tomorrow. I went to Foy & Gibson’s and got permis- sion to go on the roof of their high building from where I could see all over Adelaide & its suburbs & the country for miles around and the ocean off in the distance. This evening Elder Hardman went to see Mr. & Mrs. Smith but he was not at home. I had my teeth examined today. The den- tist pronounced them good. [159] 155 371. Oct. 24, 1907. Thurs. We spent the forenoon in [--]iting letters for home. I went tracting in the afternoon and had a fine time. Distributed over 100 tracts & had six gospel conversations. In the evening we had a full house at our M.I.A. meeting and as it was Elder Mason’s last night with us at meeting, we suspended our prepared re- gular program and had an impromptu program of songs, music, and recitations. We had a most enjoyable time until about eleven o’clock and then some of the Saints seemed loath to leave. The Saints had purchased a fine little present for Elder Mason, Bro. Bailey presented [160] 156 it to him by making a nice little speech. Elder M. responded in a neat feeling little speech. We all rejoiced in seeing the kindness shown our Brother. 372. Oct. 25, 1907. Pres. Hardman went down to Port Adelaide at 7 a.m. to meet Elder Augustus Belnap who came in on the Kanown[-]. The boat got in early but Elder Belnap was there waiting for us. He said he could not come up to Adelaide if he had wanted to as he had only 3d. In the afternoon we all went to Port with Elder Mason but found the boat did not sail until the day following, so he came back with us. In the evening Elders Hardman, Belnap [161] 157 and I went to see Mr. & Sister Pedler. Elders Mason & Hall went to see the Gage family. Wrote to Naoma this evening. 373 Sat. Oct. 26, 1907. Wrote to Ann Eliza & Carrie also to Elders Barker & Fenton. We all went to Port with Elder Mason to see him off. The boat left the wharf at 2 p.m. instead of 1 o’clock as booked. There were about 3 or passengers on board. The Kyarra is a boat of 7,000 ton- age and shee must have been well loaded. She drawed 18 feet of water. The Kanowna was getting ready to leave at 3 p.m. for Perth. She too is a sister to the Kyarra and has a tonnage of 7000. [162] 158 We came home and as I am cook I prepared supper and dinner as one meal. We had beef steak, gravy & new potatoes. The good appetites we had enabled us to thoroughly enjoy our meal. Bro. Bailey brought a letter from Bro. Gage st[-]ting that he was not good enough to be numbered among the Saints and then asked that his name be taken off the record. We are very sorry for Bro. Gage but we are not at all surprised. We went out this evening and held a meeting on the street. Elder Hardman and I were the speakers. Not many stopped to listen to us but we had no disturbance. [163] 159 374. Sunday, Oct. 27, 1907. As it was my turn to do the cooking, I prepared break- fast and - dinner. From 11 to 12 oclock we had Sunday School. I had charge of the Theological class. We had for our lesson the 2nd chap. of Jacob. I explained what it means wherein it says that it was an abomination in Solo- man & David where in they took many wives and concubines. After dinner we got ready and went down to the Botanic Park grounds and held a meet- ing from 4 o’clock to 5 and then we had arguments that last[-] until after 5 o’clock. We had a good time. We came home and got our books and the organ and went to the hall. [164] 160 From 7 to 8 we held meeting in the hall. Elder Hall occupied the time. We went out on the corner of Flinders & King William. The Saints came out and helped us sing and make up a conger- gation. I occupied the time. The best of attention was paid while I was speaking. We have had a very profita- ble day and hope we have done good.We have surely tried hard. It is five months now since Elder Hardman and I came to Adelaide. The time has passed very quickly and we have had the privilege of preaching the Gospel and dis- tributing many tracts. We have made many friends here and have learned to think a great deal of them. [165] 161 375 days from home. Mon. Oct. 28. Arose feeling well and before pre- paring breakfast I had to go out and get bread & butter & meat & jam. It is wash-day with us today and we are all taking our turn in the washtub. By the paper this morning we learn that the Foueric leaves Syd- ney soon. The mail must leave Adelaide by tomorrow’s mail to catch it for San Francisco. We also learned that a boat called the Teddo ar- rived in Auckland yesterday from San Francisco and we expect mail on that boat. The population of Australia is according to this morning’s paper as furnished by the Federal Statistician on Saturday [166] 161 Males Females Total. N.S.W. 818,218 714, 672 1,532885 Victoria. 817,069 615,739 1,232808 Queensland 292065 243,083 535,148 S. Australia 204,391 180,194 384,565 W. Australia 153,921 108,261 2262,182 Tasmania 92,428 86,784. 179,212 Total 2,178,087 1,948,733 4,126,820 I went tracting in the afternoon and distributed 97 tracts, and had six gospel conversations. As I was not feeling [-]ery extra in the evening I remained in and read awhile. The trouble with me I was so tired my limbs ached. 376. Oct. 29, 1907. Tues. Prepared the meals today. Wrote a letter to my wife & children to go by the Foueric. Went tracting in the afternoon, distributed 100 tracts. Elder Belnap and I went and admin- istered to sister Bailey as she was ill. Went to see Mr. & Mrs. Smith. They were out but their daughters were in the ship [167] 162 The daughter living at home gave us six oranges. We are in hopes this family will join the church. They are very faithful in atten- dance at church & our street meetings In tracting I often hear tales of woe that make me downhearted. A woman told me today that she has five sons three of whom are not married and although she is a poor widow and they make plenty of money yet they do not help her but she has to struggle to make her own living. Her sons spend their earnings for drink and in gambling – the curse of this country. Her oldest son has left his wife as she is a drunken sot and I suppose he is no better. Tales like these are very common. I had not left her home a minute until a drunken man came stagger- ing down the street, O the sinfulness of this generation. [168] 163 377 Wednesday Oct. 30, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study, the after- noon in tracting. 378 Thurs. Oct. 31, 1907. Adelaide Went out in the morning and se- cured supplies for the table. Got din ner. In the afternoon Elder Hard- man and I went to Mr. Dyer and by request blessed two children & administered to a sick child. Went to see sister Bailey who was ill. I left there came to 110 wright and got tracts and went out tract- ing. Came in & prepared supper. We had M.I.A. meeting in the evening. Had a good meeting. According to a previous invi- tation we [-]ll went to a birthday party after mutual to Mr. Dyers. Had a pleasant evening and some good conversations with Mr. D. [169] 164 379. Nov. 1, 1907. Friday. Adelaide. Arose at 7 a.m. & read the morning paper. Find that an earthquate in Russian Turkistan has caused land to slide & cover a city of 15000 inhabitants destroying nearly all of them. I prepared breakfast & dinner. Went out this a.m. and had a long gospel conversation with Mr. Hatcher. I am very thankful that we are all well and getting along well together. Pres. Hardman received a letter from Pres. Armstrong who is now at Melbourne; he says he is coming over to visit us soon. He gives us encouragement in our work. My record shows that I distribu- ted 1707 tracts last month. I went out in the afternoon [170] 165 and distributed 104 tracts. I was tracting in some of the business houses and received good treatment. In the evening Pres. Hardman and I went down to see the Gage family. As he had handed his resignation in as a member of the church we endeavored to show him his folly. He seemed very persistent in his course. We endeavored to show him what a detriment it would be to his children for him to withdraw from the church. He said he would do nothing to prevent his family from doing their part, but on the other hand he would encourage them to continue in their attendance at meetings & Sunday Schools. It is to be hoped he will as he has nice children. [171] 166 380. Adelaide Sat. Nov. 2, 1907. Pres. Hardman and I did the scrubbing this morning. As it was raining we remained in and spent the time reading and writing. In the evening we went over to see sister Bailey who was ill and admin- istered to her. 381. Sunday, Nov. 3. During the night there has been a good fall of rain, and it looks like more this mor- ning. 8.30 Had Fast meeting in which several bore their testimonies. We went over to Bro. Bailey’s and visited with the family as it was too stormy to go to the Gardens. We had “tea” there. Held meeting in the hall and had a good attendance, Elder Hall and I did the speaking. [172] 167 382. Monday Nov. 4, 1907. Stormy. Did washing. Read four Rays of Living Light. Several scriptural passages. In the evening Elder Hardman and I called to see Sister Weakley, Mrs. Mills who had recently given birth to a daughter. She and her husband were glad to see us. We called in to see Mrs. Bailey and found here feeling fine. She feels that the Lord has restored her through the administerations of the Elders. Today I wrote a letter to Elder N.E. Iverson & Elder V.B. Callison. The weather is quite cold for this time of the year. In going out this evening, We wore our overcoats. We feel the cold here quite as much as at home. [173] 168 383. Tues. Nov. 5, 1907. Morning beautiful. All well with us. I arose at 6 a.m. and spent the morning in reading Ray’s #s 6 & 7. Went to see a family who wanted to see our post cards. Lent them the Voice of Warning. Went and made an appointment with the Matthews family for this evening for two [--] more of the elders. Mrs. M. bought six post cards. I went up Wm. St. and went into a book store and made some little purchases. I had a nice conversation with the lady in the store on the Gospel. From here I called in to see sister Bailey who is getting along nicely. In the afternoon I went out tracting on the business blocks. I had a good time Received a letter from A.V. glad. Elder Hall & I spent the evening at Matthws Had a pleasant time. [174] 169 384 Wed. Nov. 6, 1907. Spent the forenoon in read- ing and talking on the Gospel. Looked up the method of filling the presidency at the death of the president. I felt that the proper order to follow is that the president of the quorum of the Apostles is the proper man. It has been so up to the present i.e, the senior apostle as in the case of Pres. Joseph F. Smith. In the afternoon we were happily surprised upon re- ceiving letters from home. I received letters from my wife, Naoma, Annie, Sophro- nia, Sarah W, & William, also from Mother & Cousin Emma. Rec’ed $50 42 from Carrie. All well at home. Made my heart rejoice. I got the papers [175] 170 and looked through them. I learned that Sister Allie Preston Martineau had suddenly died. I went out tracting and had several gospel conversa- tions. In the evening Pres. Hard- man and I went out to make a call but the people were out. The weather was cool. 385 from home. Nov. 7, 1907. Called to see Mrs. Emery with Elder Hardman. Went to P.O. & cashed our orders. Got our photos from the photographers. Bought a hat. 10 shillings & 6d Made a deposit of £10- in the bank. Went tracting in the afternoon. Had M.I.A. meeting at 110 Wright at 7.30 Good time. Saints arranged for picnic. [176] 171 386. Fri. Nov. 8, 1907. Went with Elder Hall to by a pair of specticles. I bought a pair myself for outdoor use. Read some of the home papers. Went out tracting and dis- tributed a number of tracts (110) Elder Hardman and I visited Mr. Andrews. He is investiga- ting the gospel. He gave us a short sketch of his life. He was born in Ireland and lear- ned to be a compositor. He came to Australia in 1886. He spent some years in Western Aust where he made & lost consider- able money. In my tracting today I met some very poor people and some looked very depra- ved. Too many drinking hells. [177] 172 387. Saturday, Nov. 9, 1907. Did our washing this morning. Wrote a letter to my son Wm. Read from “Rays Bound,” and part of a sermon[-] of Mathonihi Thomas. Elder Hardman and I went to see two families but found no one home. In the evening we went out on the street and held a street meeting. Elders Hard- man, Hall & I did the speak- ing. Elder Belnap offered the opening & the closing prayer. After meeting we had several discussions & gospel conversations A man came up to us and told us he belonged to our church. He & his friend came to the house with us. Had a good visit with him. [178] 173 388. Sunday Nov. 10, 1907. Had Sunday School was held in Elder’s room 110 Wright St. We went down in the Gardens and held meeting. I was the speaker. Good attention was paid. I spoke on the first principles of the gospel. At 7 p.m. we held meeting in the hall. Elder Hall offered the opening prayer. Elders Bel- nap and Hardman were the speakers. Spoke on the first principles and Church organ- ization. Went out on the St. and held meeting. Elder Hall did the speaking; he spoke on the Godhead & Pre-ex istence. I offered the opening & closing prayer. Had some pleasant visits afterward. [179] 174 389. Mon. Nov. 11, 1907. According to previous arrangement the Saints and some friends met at the corner of King Wm. and Gouger St. with picnic and took a conveyance that had previously been arranged for and over 30 got in and rode to Brown’s creek at the foot of the hills about 4 ½ mi. from Adelaide in a public resort for a day’s outing. Some took the tram. We were soon comfortably located under the Weeping willow which furnished fine shade so desirable as the day was very hot. About fifty of the Saints & their friends met for the days pleasure, We had a most [180] 175 enjoyable day. The good sisters provided a fine picnic and we also had lunch at 6 o’clock. After having a good time, we took our conveyance and started for home about 7. Bro. John Gage who had previously sent in his name to be taken off the book and that he be cut off the Church said he had repented and wished to be retained & the letter he had written destroyed and we feel that much good feeling was developed through the social gathering. In the evening we went to Bro. Bailey’s as we had been kindly invited by sister B. to do so. Sister Bailey is well and thanks the Lord for her restoration to health. [181] 176 390 Tues. Nov. 12, 1907. Wrote a letter to The Jour- nal this forenoon and read over my lesson on the lecture I have to give Thur. Evening. Went out tracting in the afternoon and distributed 80. Elder Hardman and I went out in the evening and visited a blind man and his wife. The poor fellow seemed to be in a most deplorable con- dition. He was as thin & infirm as a man could well be. We felt sorry for him and for his wife who appears to be a good soul who does all she can to make the poor fellow comfortable. O the misery and trouble we meet is very distressing. [182] 177 391. Wed. Nov. 13, 1907. Spent part of the forenoon in clean- ing house. We all turned in and cleaned the windows, scrubbed to floors, cleaned the yards and got everything in good shape Wrote a letter to my wife, to Roland. Went tracting in the afternoon. In the evening Elder Hall and I visited the Maule family. Had a good time. 392. Thurs. Nov. 14, 1907. Elder Hardman and I met Pres. Armstrong at the station about 10.45 a.m. He was well and we were glad to meet him. We had a pleasant visit at 110 Wright. altogether. I went tracting among the business houses on Hindley Street. Met all sorts of people. Had a long talk with a Jew on religion. He said that only 17½ % of Christians attend the churches. We held M.I.A. in 110 Wright in the evening and had a good attendance. [183] 178 393. Friday, Nov. 15, 1907. All arose feeling well. I was the first one up as usual. Spent the morning in writing & reading. Went tracting in the afternoon; had a good time. In the evening Pres. Armstrong of the Aust. mis- sion & Pres. Hardman of the South Aust. conference visited Bro. Gage & family. Elders Hall & Belnap Sister Pedler & I visited sister Kerr. 394. Sat. <16,> It was raining a good deal of the day. In the afternoon Pres. A. & Pres. Hardman & I visited sister Cooper, She served us to a “a nice’ tea” We had chicken, fruit, cake, &c. In the evening we went out on the street and held meeting. Pres. Armstrong & I were the speakers. The crowd was so large that the Policeman had to request them to move on. We were. shown great respect by the crowd. [184] 179 395. Sunday. Nov. 17, 1907. This was a glorious day; we had a most enjoyable time. Our Sunday School was good and we had an afternoon meeting. Pres. Armstrong spoke fine. Pres. Hardman also spoke. The spirit of the Lord was present with us in rich measure. The meeting in the hall was well attended. Pres. A. occupied most of the time and he spoke well. We held meeting on the street. Elder Hall & Armstrong were the speakers; we had a good crowd which gave good attention. We came home from our day’s labors overjoyed with the day’s success. We felt that it is well to be in the service of the Lord. Pres. Armstrong & I slept together and Elder Hard- man and Belnap slept together Elder Hall went to Bro. Bailey’s. [185] 180 396. Mon. Nov. 18, 1907. Did my washing this morning, after which Pres. Armstrong & I visited the Art Gallery. The pictures, statues and collections of vaces, china, &c. is good. We were well paid for going. The day is beautiful. We are all well and contented I think. Thirteen months ago today I said goodby to my dear ones at home. Spent the evening visiting Mr. & Mrs. Matthews – Had a nice time. 397. Tues. Nov. 19, 1907. Wrote a letter to mother & one to Naoma. Went tracting. Had a good time. Several conversations. In the evening Elder Belnap and I went to see Mrs. Brooks. On our way we got off the track and it took us some little time to find our way. We visited with Mrs. B., her daughter & three sons. [186] 181 397. Wed. Nov. 20, 1907. Arose about 6 o’clock. Read some in the papers. Learned that money matters are easier in the U.S. After Breakfast I went the Stumps, the photographer and got a dozen Photos. Bought some Post Cards to send home for Xmas for my wife, mother & all my children. Went tracting in the afternoon. In the evening Pres. Armstrong & Pres. Hardman went to see the Maule family, Elders Hall & Belnap went to sister Weakley’s. I went to see Bro. & sister Bailey. Sister W. came over and invited us to her home. Mrs. Sloan, her daugher played several pieces on the piano. in a most masterful way. We greatly enjoyed it. We were treated to a nice lunch. [187] 182 399. Thurs. Nov. 21, 1907. Just six months ago today Pres. Hardman and I left Sydney on the Pilbarra for Adelaide. Wrote letters home. Held M.I.A. in the evening. Had a full house and a very enjoyable time. I went tracting and had a good time. I tracted among the business houses. 400. Friday Nov. 22, 1907. It rained nearly all day. In the evening Pres. Armstrong, Pres. Hardman and I went to Bro. Gage’s. We had a very good time. Bro. Gage is feeling well in the gospel now. 401. Sat. Nov. 23, 1907. It was my turn to do the cooking I prepared a dinner of roast mutton, baked potatoes, and beans. Pres. Arm- strong and all the Elders said they enjoyed their dinner. I spent the afternoon in reading & writing. [188] 183 We went out in the evening and held a street meeting. Elder Hall and I did the speaking; we had quite a large crowd listen to us. 402. Sunday, Nov, 24, 1907. Had Sunday School from 3 to [-]. and meeting from 3-15 to 4-15 p.m. We had a very enjoyable time. I offered the opening prayer in the sacrament meeting and I was called upon to speak first. Pres. Armstrong followed. We had a very enjoyable meeting Elders Hall & Belnap went to the gardens and had a large crowd. At our hall meeting we had 70 pres ent. Pres. A. spoke fine on the subject of marriage among the “Mormons”. We went out at 8.30 and held a meeting on Flinders St. where we usually meet. We had a large crowd & a good time. Pres.A. Elder Hall & I spoke. [189] 182 We were discussing the principle of the gospel with some after the meeting. One fellow tried to act smart and in speaking he said he was not strong enough in the chest to be a “Mormon.” I told him he was not strong enough in the head. He had been drinking. 403. Monday Nov. 25, 1907. I got up at 5.30 a.m. and prepared breakfast for Pres. Armstrong and Pres. Hardman, who left on the 7.27 train for Kangarilla. In the evening I went to pay Mr. & Mrs. Matthews a visit; we spent the evening reading the scripture and studying about the resurrection and pre-existence. We spent a very enjoyable time until 10 oclock. Elders Hall & Bel- nap spent the evening at Mr. Smiths. [190] 183 404. Tues. Nov. 26, 1907. Pres. A. & Pres. H. arrived from Kangarilla about 10 a.m. feeling fine after the pleasant trip they had. I spent my study time in reading “Scientific Aspects of Mormon- ism and in dictionary study in which Pres. Armstrong joined. In the afternoon I went over to North Adelaide to the Angus Col- lege to see Miss Morton, a lady whom Pres. A. met six mo. ago in oa trip from Sydney. I took her a picture from Pres. A. of the Wah- satch mountains. She seemed very grateful to get it and in- vited me to call when her father returned from Melbourne. I made three other calls on my way home. In the evening I visited Mrs Campbell. [191] 184 405 Wed. Nov. 27, 1907. Six months ago today Pres. Hardman and I landed in Adelaide. It being my cook-week I spent most of the forenoon in prepairing dinner and in doing a small washing. I cooked a leg of mutton and baked potatoes. We had a good dinner which all the Elders including Pres. Armstrong, seemed to enjoy. At 3 p.m. we all went to a picnic arranged by the Saints in the Botanic Gardens. There were over thirty friends and Saints present. We gathered under a large tree which furnished splendid shade. The picnic was very good and we all had a most enjoyable time. When we got to our head-quarters we were very tired. [192] 185 406. Thur. Nov. 28, 1907. Prepared breakfast about 7 a.m. and went with Pres. Armstrong to see the Matthew’s family; Mr. & Mrs. M. were very glad to see us. Pres. A. has hopes of their com- ing into the church. After dinner Pres. A. Pres. Hard- man and I called to see sister Weakley & daughter and were treated to some fine music. The Pres. wished them goodby. At 4-30 Pres. Armstrong Left on the train for Melbourne. We all went down to see him off. He said he had enjoyed him- self as well or better than he has enjoyed himself since he had been on his mission. We held M.I.A. in the Elder’s room. Had a good time [193] 186 407. Friday Nov. 29, 1907. Spent the forenoon in the study of the gospel as set forth in a tract by E.H. Parry. I read a num- ber of passages in the scripture among which were the writings of Paul to the Galatian Saints. In the afternoon I made in- quiries regarding a box of Gospel tracts that Elder Belnap brought as passenger’s luggage from Syd- ney but as it went estray we have not got it yet. Think we shall get it tomorrow. This evening Elder Belnap & I went down to see Bro. Gage & family; his little daughter Nellie, generally called Utah was ill and she was taken to the hospital. People here are easily persuaded to send their sick to the hospital. [194] 187 408 Saturday Nov. 30, 1907. Spent the forenoon in scrubbing and in doing my washing. Took a bath and cleaned up & spent the afternoon in reading. In the evening we went out and held a street-meeting. Pres. Hardman took up most of the time in speaking on the God-head, and the first principles I followed and spoke a short time. 409. Sunday Dec. 1, 1907. Got up at 4 a.m. and read the Book of Mormon two or three hours. Found thirty six passages in the B. of M. on the Atonement. Had Sunday School at 2 p.m. At 3 p.m. Elder Belnap and I went to the Botanic Gardens & held meeting. Had meeting in the hall at 7 p.m. [195] 188 I offered prayer and Elders Belnap and Hall did the speak- ing. Went on the Street at 8.15 & held meeting. Elder Hall offered prayer and I did the speaking. A good crowd gathered around to listen. An old gentleman who had been to Utah in early days and his daughter, staid around and listened to us. Had a good conversation with the old gentleman & his daughter. We have surely had an enjoyable day in our meetings. Elder Belnap & I had “tea” at Sister Bailey’s. The other elders were invited but they did not come. [196] 189 410 days from home. Dec. 2, 1907. Adelaide In the forenoon Pres. Hardman and I went over to North Adelaide to see little Nellie Gage who is there in the Children’s Hospital. The dear little girl was glad to see us. She has rheumatism. In the afternoon I went tracting and distributed 125 tracts. In the evening Elders Hardman, Belnap and I went to here Dr. Strong of Melbourne speak on the subject of War and Peace. He set forth very clearly the horrors of war and urged all to do what can be done to bring about a sentiment in favor of having all National troubles settled by ar- bitration. As an organization had been formed in Melbourne, one in Sydney and one in Tasmania he urged the people of Adelaide to also form an organization to work in harmony with the London society. [197] 411. Tues. Dec. 3, 1907. Adelaide 110 Wright Elder Hardman and I went to the Parkinson store to see about getting a suit of clothes each, but could not get suited. Spent a good share of the forenoon in study. To my great joy the postman brought me a letter from dear mother which had come on the San Francisco boat. It contained good news and a P.O. order for $10 or ₤2-1-2. My dear mother is ever true. Went tracting in the afternoon I went tracting. Received home papers In the evening Elder Hardman and I went to visit Mrs. Haun who used to belong to the church but joined the Reorganites; She is anx- ious to come back to the church. 412 Wed. Dec. 4, 1907. A.M. Read & went to see Mrs. Emery. P.M. Went tracting. In the evening Pres. Hardman & I went to see Sister & Mr. Langingburger. Had a good time. [198] [-]413 Thursday Dec. 5, 1907. After breakfast I shaved and dressed in my best and took a walk to the large business establishment of Foy and Gibson in order to get information about this store to send to The Journal. When I got to the store, I made known my desire and one of the gentlemen in charge gave me the information I desired. I learned that the building has a frontage on Rundell St. of 155, that it is 120 feet deep and 100 feet high. It is a six-story building and also has a basement. It cost about $300 000. About 300 hands are employed in the business and the manufacturing work. The latest improved equipments are used. The elevator runs up to the roof to which people may go and have a promenade and have a fine view of the city, the suburbs, the ocean off to the west & the mountains to the east. [199] 190 One hundred sewing machines are kept running eight hours a day in the making of various articles of wear. The artistic display of the various kind of merchandise is very beautiful especially at night under the electric light. The store is well lighted by day by means of Center lighting of the best steel and glass obtainable, and by night by electric light with all the best of modern appliances. The ceiling materi- al all came from America and they way they painted makes them look very beautiful I bought a pair of sleeve buttons that cost 13/6. We expected home mail but were disappointed. We had M.I.A. meeting in the evening and our room was filled and we had a very enjoyable time. I gave a lecture on the experiences of Nauvoo. [200] 191 415. Friday Dec. 6, 1907. Adelaide. I arose feeling well. I learned by the paper this morning that Annie Bradley was aquitted for the shooting of Arthur Brown with whom she had lived and had two children although not married and then would not marry her as he agreed to when his wife died. The way of the wicked is surely hard. At 2 p.m. the postman brought our home mail. I received a letter from my wife, Wm. Roland, Sophronia, Sarah, mother, two from A.V. one from Bro. Jas. Chantrill. All brought good news; all well at home. Also received papers from home. In the evening Elder Hardman & Hall went to Bro. Gages. Elders Belnap and I went to Sister Kerr’s and sister Pedler’s; the last named was not at home. We came home and wrote letters home. All are rejoicing over good home news. [201] 192. 416. Sat. Dec. 7, 1907 Adelaide. Spent most of the day in writing. An old gentleman came in and talked religion with him a long time. He gave me the writings of St. John, according to his version from the Greek. The old gentleman is very eccentric. We held a street meeting in the evening. Elders Belnap, Hall & I spoke. Had only a small crowd. 417. Sun. Dec. 8, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading mostly from the Book of Mormon. I was studying the subject of the res- urrection. At 2 p.m. we had Sun- day School. At 3 p.m. Elder Hall & I went to the Botanic Gardens & held a meeting. Had a good time. Held meeting in the hall at 7 p.m. I was the speaker. Held meeting [-]n the street. Elder Hall spoke. We have had an enjoyable day. Good attendance in the hall. [202] 193. 418 Monday Dec. 9, 1907. In the forenoon I wrote a letter to Sophronia & one to Sarah. In the afternoon I went tracting, and distributed 121 tracts, Called to see the Matthew’s family. Had tea with them. They treated me fine. In the evening Elder Hardman & I went with Mr. Geo. Thredgold to Bro. Bailey’s to spent the evening. The old gentleman Thredgold called to see us this morning. I did my washing this mor- ning; I had it done by 9 a.m. 419 Tues. Dec. 10, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study and the afternoon in tracting. Had some strange experiences. In the evening Elder Belnap and I went to see Mr. & Mrs. Moore. Their little boy was sick. [203] 194. 420. Wed. Dec. 11, 1907. Spent the morning in study- ing the subject of Church or- ganization. In the afternoon I went tracting. Had some good gospel conversations. Was told many strange things about people by neighbors that I did not care to listen to. Sold our chickens in the evening for 1/3 each, came to 8/9d. We all went down to Glenelg in the evening. We had a very pleas- ant out. We met sister Weakley and her daughter, Mrs. Sloan down there; they told us many things that Roff dof Rootoff, a fellow who had once belonged to the church & had been cut off but who had asked for baptism, had been telling them. [204] 195 421. Thurs. Dec. 12, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study and the afternoon in tracting. Had a good gos- pel conversation with Mr. Matthews, on the Godhead and pre-existence. In the evening we had an M.I.A. meeting. We had a good meeting. We had a large attendance. The Roothoff we met who claimed to be a Latter-day Saint, seems to be a deception; he is doing all he can to poison the minds of the Saints against the truth. 422. Fri. Dec. 13, 1907. Spent the forenoon in tracting and in the evening Elder Hardman & I visited Bro. John Gage & family; we found that Roothoff had been there trying to poison him & his family against the gospel. He had made very little headway however. [205] 196. 423 Sat. 14, 1907. Dec. Adelaide. Spent the forenoon in studying and writing. I wrote a letter to Elder Allen N. Tanner who is in Western Australia and one to Bp. E.R. Owen. In the afternoon I went to see Mr. Matthews & family. Was kindly treated. Talked gospel with them. Had a gospel conver- sation with a man who sells grain feed & pollard (shorts). Came home had a bath, and studied the Address to the World. In the evening we went out on the street and held meeting. Elder Hardman & Elder Belnap were the speakers. Had a very good meeting. Called to see Mrs. Moore’s little boy. found him better. We are all in the enjoyment of good health & spirits. [206] 197 424. Sunday, Dec. 15, 1907. I got up a little before 6 o’clock this morning and studied the Address to the World. The choice language in which in claims, purpose and aspirations of the Latter-day Saints are set forth in this Address affords good study in literature. My heart rejoices this beautiful mor- ning in the blessing of the Lord. I trust I shall always be worthy and become more able day by day to expound the gospel truths and labor for the wel- fare of Zion. I ever hope and pray that I may remain firm & true to the end of my days and that every mem- ber of my dear family may follow in my footsteps. Elder Hardman is our cook this week and he is ever on hand to do his part well and faithfully. He cooks the food well and keeps every- thing clean and sweet. [207] 198 At 2 p.m. we had Sunday School From 3 to 4-15 we had sacrament meeting Bro. Bailey, myself and Elder Hardman spoke. Elders Hall and Belnap went to the gardens and held an open air meeting. From 7 to 8 we hold meet- ing in the hall. Pres. Hardman and Elder Hall spoke; had a good meeting. Went out on the street and held a meeting. A large res- pectful crowd gathered around to hear us. I occupied the time. There were a number of little discussions after the meeting. Elder Hardman & I were invited to take “tea” at the home of Bro. Bailey. The weather is fine and everything seems to be moving along O.K. with us. [208] 199 425. Monday, Dec. 16, 1907. Arose early and read until about 10 a.m. and then I took a walk down to see sister Pedler as I heard she had been hurt from a fall from a gig about two weeks ago when on a trip to visit her brother to see about some money due her. It rained on me on my way and I got a little wet. Found sister Pedler feeling quite well. I had a little visit with her and returned to 110 in time for dinner. In the afternoon I went out tracting and among those to whom a gave tracts was a Seventh-day Adventist He and I had a long talk on Pre-existence, the creation, and the Sabbath Day. This evening Elder Belnap & I went to see the blind man, Mr. Evans & wife. I wrote a letter f[--] him to his sister Mrs. Sam’l Dobbs. 66 Kenny Street. Tenion Mass, U.S.A. [209] 200 I furnished the writing material and furnished the stamp as they are so poor. 426 Tues. Dec. 17, 1907. I read in the paper this morning that the American Armada under Rear Admiral Evan’s direction has started for the Pacific and that the trip will take 140 days. There are 53 vessels in all 16 of which are battleships. Three are left on the Atlantic coast and three are already at Puget Sound. Several more ships are in course of construction. So it goes. While the nations are crying peace there are continual preperations for war. Spent the forenoon in reading, most of the time a sermon on Eternal Life by an old Adelaide preacher by the mame of of Playford. The subject was treated very intelligently from a scrip- tural stanpoint. [210] 201 In the afternoon I went out tracting and whom should I meet but Mr. Ernest Matthews who was on his way down to seem and get me to go out with him to Magill to see his mother-in-law. We went out on the tram most of the way and walked quite a distance through paddocks. We had a very pleasant chat. He said he had been wanting to have a quick chat with me in regard to his son who is in Logan; he expressed a great deal of anxiety about his son and said he was very glad that I and my brothers had taken an interest in him. I assured him that it would be a pleasure to me to do all I could in his welfare. We were very kindly received by the old lady and “tea” was soon pre- pared. The old lady has many curios and she gave me some interesting looking stones. Mr. Matthews and I took a [211] 202 walk around the place. We visited the old Anglican church which is one of the oldest, if not the oldest in South Australia. It was built of cobble stones hauled from the Tr[--]ens river bed. It is the only building I have ever seen buil[-] of such material. In going around the church-yard and reading the names of those who helped in the early colonization of this Common- wealth and this city of Adelaide I had many peculiar thoughts of man’s probation here on earth. As Mr. M. & I strolled along we entered into a deep earnest con- versation about religion. He is a very agreeable intelligent man. When we got home it was about 9.30 p.m. I found the other Elders out when I got home. I felt well paid for the afternoon’s outing. [212] 203 427. Wed. Dec. 18, 1907. Fourteen months ago today since I saw my dear wife and children, (mother, went with me to S.L. City and I saw her last on the 20 of Oct.) brothers, nephews, nieces &C. These fourteen months and been full of experiences and I trust I have learned many valuable lessons and been able to do some good. I feel that I has as the Lord has given me strength on many occasions to declare His gospel and to testify to His goodness. My health has been good all the time and I have never wanted for anything. My love for the gospel increases as the days pass along. It is my joy by day and by night and I hope to always [--] true and faithful in keeping true to my covenants with the Lord to serve Him. and I hope and pray that such may be the case with my family & loved ones. [213] 204 I wrote a letter to my wife in the morning. In the afternoon I went out tracting although the wind blew so hard that it made it very disa- greeable. In the evening Elder Hardman and I went to see Bro. & sister Bailey; we had a good time in the study of the 23 & 24 Chaps of Matthew. 428. Thur. Dec. 1907. I wrote a letter to Naoma & [--] mother in the morning. In the afternoon I went tracting among several business houses. I had several gospel conversations. We had M.I.A. meeting and had a good meeting. Sister Kerr lectured, Sister Weakley recited, Elder Belnap lectured on Nauvoo, Miss Trinneman sang. Elder Hall read the “Success”. We decided to let those who desired might come on the 26, & have meeting. [214] 205. 429. Fri. Dec. 20, 1907. Fourteen months ago today I left Salt Lake City. I posted several letters home; one to my wife, one to Naoma, one to Annie, one to A.V. one to mother, and one to Bp. Owen. I drew ₤2- out of the bank. As the day was so hot and I was not feeling extra well I did not go out tracting. In the evening Elder Hard- man and I went down to see sister Ped- ler; we had a good time. 430. Sat. Dec. 21, 1907. I began my cook week this morning; we are all quite well; everything is moving along nicely. I wrote a letter to The Journal. Today a nice piece appeared in the Sat. evening Journal from M[--]kin in the U.S. This is the longest day in the year and the weather is very hot. In the evening we went out on the street & held a meeting. I offered opening prayer. Elder hall & I spoke Elder Belnap [215] pronounced the benediction. After meeting I had a long con- versation with a gentleman on the gospel. I also had a conversation with and old gentleman & his daughter who are very friendly toward us. Seven months ago today we left Sydney. 431. Sunday Dec. 22, 1907. Spent the morning in studying the Book of Mormon. Had Sunday School at 2 p.m. Elder Belnap and I went down to the gardens and held meeting. We were kindly treated. Elders Hardman and Hall staid and held sacrament meeting with the Saints. In the hall we held meeting from 7 to 8. and from 8.10 to 8-20 on the street. Elder Hall and I did the preaching at both meeting We had a large attendance. Mr. & Miss Hastings were with us. [216] Monday Dec. 23, 1907. I got up early this morning and and built up a fire, heated water, got breakfast and then did my wash- ing. Had it out about 8 o’clock. I got a nice roast of beef for dinner and had baked potatoes, and pars- nips and boiled turnips. Had stewed fruit. We all seemed to enjoy [---] dinner. In the forenoon we had a class lesson in the Book of Mormon. We read the chapter in Mormon before the book of Mosiah, also a Chap. in M[--]aiah Mosiah. In the afternoon I pressed my suit. Bought some post cards. Elder Hardman and I took a walk in the evening down to the store of W.H. Bruce. There were thousands of people around drawing 6d draws and some got a goose. One young fellow said he had taken ten draws making his goose cost 5/- [217] Tuesday Dec. 24, 1907. I got up early and studied. Had class from 9 to 10 a.m. I prepared dinner as I am cook this week. The Maule family sent us a pudding and sister Emery and Mrs. Haun gave us a cake. We were given several post cards and some were sent through the mail. In the eve- ning Elder Hardman and I carried the organ up, then we all went for a walk to see what was going on. We found the people out on the streets by thousands; many were drunk and there were many unfavorable con- ditions prevailing. People have strange ideas in regard to the manner of Christmas should be celebrated. [218] Wednesday, Dec. 25, 1907. The day has been very hot. Elders Hardman and Belnap took Xmas dinner at Bro. Gages, Elder Hall and I had dinner at Bro. Bailey’s. We had a very nice dinner of roast goose, chicken, boiled ham and plum pudding. We also had “tea” there. We had a very quiet chat and an enjoyable time. Last year I had dinner with Elder Callisons at Sister Streets in Sydney. while she is a whole souled old lady she does not show the culture that sister Bailey shows. Elder Hall and I are contem- plating going to Kangarilla to- morrow to the silver wedding of Mrs & Mrs. Thredgold. [219] Thur. Dec. 26, 1907. Spent the forenoon in study and in pressing my clothes. i.e. my light coat as it was so hot yesterday, last night and this forenoon that I thought it would be uncomfortably hot. It rained in the afternoon and became cold. At 7.30 p.m. we took the Auto-Mobile tht came for us and started to Kangarilla. The first 7 mi. we went very fast. Up the hill the motor Car failed us and we had to get out and walk, however when we reached the sum- mit the machine went fine and we reached Kangarilla about 9 p.m. We received a hearty welcome and had an enjoyable time. There were about fifty at the wedding. I remained over and sister Bailey and Ollie Dyer came down in the Motor car instead [220] of me. I slept at Stephen Thredgold’s. He and his wife treated me O.K. Friday, Dec. 27, 1907. All felt under the weather this mor- ning. My head ached most severely all day. The family ate enough cake to make them sick. I thought how foolish some people are in their way of living. It is a wonder they live as long as they did. I visited three homes in the evening. Sat. Dec. 28, 1907. I arose at 7 oclock being the first one up by an hour’s time. It rained in the morning but Mrs. Thredgold took me up to the Meadows. I distributed 30 tracts and had several gospel conversations. One young fellow got to acting a little smart but I soon gave him to understand that his insinuations were uncalled for. We got back to Kangarilla about 3.30 & I took the 4 oclock coach & got to Adel[--] [221] at 7 o’clock. The day was very cold, considering the season. Elder Hardman was glad I got back to help in the duties of Sunday. All were well. Sunday Dec. 29, 1907. Spent the forenoon in reading & in class studying the book of Mor- mon. Had Sunday school from 2 to 3. and Sacrament Meeting from 3 to 4. Pres. Hardman and I did the speaking in the sacrament meeting. Elders Hall & Belnap held meeting in the gardens. Held meeting in the hall from 7 to 8. I was the first speaker & Elder Hardman followed. We had several strangers present. We held meeting on the street from 8-15 to 9.30 Elder Hall took [222] up most of the time. I spoke a few minutes after him and read an ex- tract from a paper. There was a large crowd around us and with the exception of Mr. Ward we were given respectful attention. Monday Dec. 30, 1907. Today is observed as the anna versary day of South Australia. There were thousands of people down on the Glenelg beack. The day is beautiful. The trains were loaded to their utmost capacity. I did not stay long at the beach as I could see nothing to interest me particularly. Elder Hardman and I went to see Bro. Bailey and sister Weakley. and spent an enjoyable evening. Mrs. Sloan played the piano and sang for us. She is a fine player & a very nice lady. [223] Tues. Dec. 31, 1907. The last day of the year has arrived. I contemplate the present condition of affairs with me, as far as I am aware, with much satisfaction The past year has been full of valua- ble experiences for me. I hope my efforts to assist in spreading the gospel are acceptable to my heavenly Father. I have endeavored to do my duty and have never refused to do any thing I have been asked to do. The Lord has blessed me with good health and strength. I have been blessed with kind friends where- ever I have been. I have spoken upon the streets long and loud in ful- fillment of the blessing pronounced upon my head to patriarch Liljen- quist many times, I have also spoken in the hall of the conferences [224] Elder Hardman and I have been over seven months in Adelaide. In this time we have gained the good will and friendship of many people. The good news we receive from home and the loving letters from our wives, children, parents, brothers, sisters, and friends fill our souls with joy. There has been distressing news of the untimely death of some of our friends as in the case of drown- ing of W.B. Preston Jr. Solon Barber & Bro. Hammond. The death of sister L.T. Martineau came to me as a sorrowful event. The death of Uncle John T. Thain was also sad news as I had hoped to have the priviledge of seeing him upon my return; however these matters are no doubt overruled by an Alwise Creator for good and it is for us to bring ourselves into a feeling of harmony [225] with the occurrances of life. In saying goodby to the Old Year I do so with the consciousness of having spent my time in the ser- vice of my fellow-man and there- fore in the service of the Lord. I should not care were it in my power to turn the wheels of time backward and try to do better than I have the past year, not that I feel that I have been perfect but I do not think I could improve upon it with the weaknesses of our nature with which we have to contend. I rejoice to know that I have never used language un- becoming a Christian, I have ob- served the Word of Wisdom and kept myself clean from the sins of the World. O how thankful I am to my heavenly Father that he has [226] given me strength to do this! I real- ize that all good gifts come from God and that it is through the strength he gives us in life that we have power to withstand temptation. This strength comes as a reward for our diligence in seeking the Lord in prayer and earnest desire. I feel that I am greatly blessed in my family as they all show a disposition to serve the Lord and do that which is right. My ever earnest prayer is that they may be preserved in the Truth and be able to live pure and virtuous lives. The world is in a condition of sin and if the Saints of God do not stand up for purity of life and practice virtuous living where will there be a people fit to receive the Savior when he comes on earth to reign. [227] This is a beautiful day and the temperature is just right to be very comfortable. We expect to do some baptizing this afternoon. 8-15 p.m. We met sister Bailey, Sister Kerr and her two boys, & Mrs. Hahn and her two girls and took the tram for East Adelaide. We rode to within about a mile of the place of baptizing. The walk was pleas- ant and the lady near the place of baptizing kindly allowed the candidates for baptism to change their clothes in her house. We all went down to the river Torrens (it is not much of a river at this season of the year) and the little Kerr boys, Royston Clyde & Walter Franklin Rudolph Kerr [228] and Mrs. Hahn were baptized by Elder H.L. Hall. We went up to the house of Mrs. S.G. Gilbert, the lady above mentioned, and after they had changed their clothes they were confirmed. I confirmed Mrs. Hahn Elder Hardman, Clyde Kerr. Elder Hall, Walter F.R. Kerr. We walked back to the tram line and took the first tram for the city. Since coming home I have read a very good Chapter from the Scientific Aspects of Mormonism by N.L. Nelson on Man’s Spiritual Life a Process of Evolution or Man Co-Eternal with God. The reading of this chapter suggests many beautiful thoughts for contemplation; better say this Chapter suggests beautiful thoughts. [229] The weather today has truly been ideal. We think of remaining up to see the Old Year out and the New Year in. Yes, we remained up to see the Old year out and the New Year in; we went down on King William St. in front of the Town Hall where the brass band was playing. The sidewalks and the wide street was packed with people for two or three blocks. It was esti- mated by the Advertiser that there were at least twenty thousand people on the street. The band played sever- al pieces among which was Old <“Auld> Lang Syne.” and the Song of Australia. It was evident that the hotels did a roaring trade and the whole atmosphere seemed scented by the breaths of those who had been drink- ing, however there was an absence [230] of inebriated persons on the streets. One might walk around a long time without coming in contact with any- one who might be classed as a bac- chanalian and it might be said that the great majority of the immense crowd was good natured and orderly. When the town Clock struck 12. some of the “young bloods” thought that gave them license to follow a practice that prevails in Aust. of kissing permiscuously any girl that chanced to be near. Some times about twenty of these larrikins would surround a girl and kiss her. It is a most abomin able practice and the sooner it is put down the better it will be for the morals of Australia. Some of the young men who had their young ladies on the streets objected to their sweethearts being kissed in this [231] fashion and more than one larrik[-] received a “left hander” from young men who thus objected to their sweethearts being kissed. We learn that Mr. Wallace was granted a divorce from his wife. The trial has been going on for a long time in Melbourne. The trial cost between £5000 and 6000. or $25,000 $30,000. It was found by the jury that Mrs. Wallace had sustained im- proper conduct toward Dr. strong. A wicked life always leads to sorrow sooner or later. [232: page is blank] [233] Under the caption: Bristol and South Australia an article appear- ed in the Advertiser of Jan. 1, 1908 from which I glean the following:- The yearly exports of produce from South Australia exceed in value £9,000,000. The total yearly trade is £18,000,000 – equal to £48 per head or $240. 120,000 sqmi. of S. A. are held under pastoral leases. There are over 6,000,000 sheep in S.A. The output of wool exceeds 40,000,000 lb. The land under cultivation is 3,368,708 A. about one-half of which is devoted to wheat growing. In 1906 there were 24,000 acres planted with 13,000,000 vines; and 2,845,853 gal. of wine were produced. The yearly exportation of frozen meat has increased in ten years from 4,000 to 265 00 carcases. [234] Each man in the killing yards can prepare 100 carcases per day. About 8000 lambs are prepared each day. The freezing works has a capacity for the storage of 100,000 carcases. The breeder sends his stock and the gov- ernment takes care of them and sends the farmer his check. There are 20,000 acres utilized for orchards 750,000 apple trees in South Australia 200,000 almond trees, “ “ “ 165,000 orange trees, “ “ “ 76,000 lemon trees, “ “ “ while the fig, apricot, peach, plum, quince, cherry and nectarine are highly cul- tivated. 400 000 cases of apples, 130,000 cases of oranges, 49,000 cases of lemons, 9,000 cwt of almonds, as well as enormous quantities of other fruit are gathered. In 1906; 2,225,440 lb. of currants and 1,334,928 lb. of raisins were prepared. [235] and two and a quarter million lb weight of apricots, peaches and other fruits were dried. In 1906 the quantity of butter produced was 8,250,000 pounds. [236-238: pages are blank] [239] Short sketch of my life. I was born Aug. 15, 1857 in Green Plains, near Tenby, Pembroke shire, South Wales. Came to America with my parents in 1860. My parents spent the rest of the year 1860 in Missouri, where father worked in the coal mines to earn money to buy an outfit to cross the plains to Utah. In April 1861 My parents started to Utah with a company of Saints. He and uncle Thomas bought one wa- gon and one yoke of oxen – Buck and Berry with which they crossed the plains arriving in Utah in due time. Father worked through har- vest time in Willard and then[-] moved to Cache Valley, making his home in Hyde Park where we lived the first winter in a dug out. [240] We lived in Hyde Park until the fall of 1871 when we moved to Benson. I attended school in Hyde Park three winters and then taught two winters in Benson. In the year 1878 and 1879-80 I attended the B.Y. College in Logan. In the Spring of 1880 after the closing of the College I began in June teaching school in Mendon. I taught there until the spring of 1881 and then went to work in the U.O. Store. When the College opened in the fall I quit the store and attended until the spring of 1882 when I received a letter calling me on a mission to Great Britain. The letter was dated March 9, 1882. April 4 went to Salt Lake City accompanied by my dear parents. I attended every session of the [241] conference and took a short synop- sis of each sermond. On April 10, I had my endowments and was set apart for my mission by Patriarch John Smith assisted by Apostle John H. Smith. Apostle Joseph F. Smith gave many words of council warning and exhortation. Apr. 11, In company with 32 other missionaries, I left S.L. City. Arrived in N.Y. Sunday 16 at 6 a.m. April 18 left New York per S.S. Wisconsin After a pleasant trip, we arrived in Liverpool Apr. 29, at 8 a.m. all well Went to the office of the church and was set apart by Albert Carrington Pres. of the mission to labor in the Welsh conference under Pres. M.J. Thomas, June 15, I was released from the Welsh conference and appointed to labor in the Liverpool conference [242] Oct. 25, I was released from the Liverpool conference and appointed to labor in the Welsh conference where I acted as secretary until I was released to return home. Having received an honorable release, Pres. Lewis and I left Merthyr for Liverpool. Bro. David Lewis had been a father to me and I had done all I could to help him. At Abergavenny Bro. J.F. Ellis, joined us as he was also returning home. Apr. 8, 1884 we boarded the ship for home and the next day we set sail Apr. 20. Arrived in Castle Gardens New York. Got through quickly and were soon on our way home- ward. After a pleasant trip across the [243] continent we arrived in Ogden Apr. 2[-] <27 – Sunday> we arrived in Ogden- too late to catch the Cache Valley train, so we had to stay over in Ogden. We – Bro. Lewis & I, slept at the home of Bro. W.D. Williams – a fellow missionary whose wife invited us home with her. Next day I took the Cache valley train and arrived in Logan about noon, where Father, some of my brothers and several friends met me. O what joy to get home! On July 2 – 1884 I was married in the Logan temple to Mary Marie Rees. In the fall of 1884 My wife and I began teaching school in Logan On Sunday Feb. 7, 1886. I was appointed assistant to Dr. O.C. Ormsby in the Cache Sunday school in which position I labored [244] until 1900. when Dr. Ormsby was released on account of moving away and Bro. W.H. Apperley & I were released after being in the position 14 years. April Oct. 11 – 1885 I was ordained a seventy by Junius Fullmer. First I belonged to the 132 quorum, then of the 48th quorum and until June 16 1918 I belonged to the 132 quorum of seventy when I was ordained a High Priest by Elder J.Z. Stewart. On Oct. 19, 1906 at 2 o’clock p.m. I was set apart for a mission to Australia by Apostle George Teasdale On the 20, after wishing goodby to mother Bro. R.B. T. Taylor took me to the Oregon Short Line depot and our train pulled out at 10-35 a.m. and after a pleasant trip we arrived in Oakland on the eve- ning of the 23rd and next morning crossed the San Francisco bay to San Francisco. [245] On Sat. Oct 28 at 8 o’clock we sailed on the Ventura out of the San- Francisco harbor after spending a very pleasant time in San Francisco. (See book with red cover). After a pleasant voyage we landed in Sydney on Sat. Nov. 24, 1906. Labored three months in Sydney 3 mo in West Maitland; South Aust. 3 mo <11 mo> in Adelaide, and 8 months in W.A. mostly in Subiaco a suburb of Perth. On Mon. Feb. 15, 1909. Left Sydney for home and after an uneventful voyage with the exception of a tidal wave which struck our ship between Honolulu and Vancouver, we arrived in Victoria Mar. 9- Arrived home Sat. Mar 13 – 1909 (See red
book with black cover and red back-band) large dairy book. [246-264: pages are blank] [265-266] [the following chart covers 2 pages] 1908 Dates Tracts Distri- Books lent & given Books sold. Visits Revisits Gospel Conver sations Invitations Meetings Attended Sunday School Baptisms Confirmations Children blessed Health Times spoken Administrations Hours Spoke in P. meeting Members Strangers Open Air Indoor Priesthood M.I.A. Jan 31 1640 7 14 808 14 101 18 9 7 1 5 4 1 O.K 4 1 1 Feb. 29 1734 1 71 735 15 95 9 7 6 1 4 4 1 O.K. 6 49 1 Mar 31 1239 7 1 275 391 17 92 6 6 7 1 4 5 O.K. 6 42 1 Apr. 30 501 3 180 60 29 71 8 8 4 1 4 3 1 OK 7 24 1 May 31 134 2 112 26 7 62 17 4 9 2 O.K 12 15 1 June 30 855 401 40 16 105 17 5 8 1 0 9 43½ 1 July 31 912 4 7 128 334 9 102 5 3 8 1 6 49 1 Aug 31 846 7 33 202 207 11 125 8 1 10 1 7 57 1 Sept 30 737 7 53 63 355 8 149 6 3 8 1 9 47 1 Oct 31 509 11 40 126 384 9 126 6 4 8 1 7 49 1 Nov. 30 364 3 8 17 320 4 106 12 6 6 1 45 1 Dec. [267-268] [the following chart covers 2 pages] 1907. Dates Tracts Distributed Books lent & given Books sold. Homes visited Homes revisited Gospel Con- versa- tions Meetings Held Baptisms Confirmations Children blessed Health Letters written Letters received Administrations to Sick Invitations Times spoken Members Strangers Open Air Indoor Priesthood M.I.A. Sunday School Jan 31 478 2 371 12 6 68 3 6 4 4 3 14 5 Feb. 28 681 1 165 51 4 58 3 5 1 1 2 1 1 Mar 31 807 402 3 32 1 6 1 2 Apr. 30 704 4 134 85 6 68 3 6 3 May 31 533 267 2 75 2 2 June 30 760 5 650 9 14 61 6 4 4 3º 1 3 4 7 July 31 1338 19 35 657 19 86 1 5 4 2 2 1 6 Aug 31 1407 5 5 10 514 22 83 5 4 5 3 2 5 3 Sept 30 914 2 2 15 480 12 77 10 6 1 4 4 2 1 5 7 Oct 31 1707 6 62 859 12 113 8 5 1 5 4 4 4 6 10 Nov. 30 1028 2 239 277 6 89 8 6 2 4 3 7 9 9 Dec. 31 1126 6 41 532 23 94 12 7 3 5 18 9 7 12 Totals 11,493 52 7 2391 3479 120 904 55 58 5 34 31 5 2 9 66 58 [269] 1917 1907 Adelaide Besides the tracts and papers I have read the past year I might mention the following books. Many in fact most of the New Testiment. Many chapters of the Old Testament. Nearly all of the Book of Mormon and some chapters several times. Roberts, The Gospel. “ New Witness for God. “ Mormon Doctrine of Diety. Talmage’s Articles of Faith. Roberts Ecclesiastical History (most of it) Canon Farrar’s Life of Christ. Campbell- New Theology. Varley’s Review of the New Theology. Some of the sermons of Rev. Playford. B. E. Rich – Durant. Most of The Voice of Warning. Rays of Living Light by C.W. Penrose. C.W. Penrose Blood Atonement. “ Mountain Meadows Masacre [270] Several chapters of Scientific Aspects of Mor- monism by N.L. Nelson O.W. Homes Autocrat at the Breakfast table. Lord Byron’s Prisoner Chid[-]. Lord Tennyson’s Poems. (several of them). Ella Wheeler Wilcox – “Maurine” & other poems. Parrys Tracts. J.H. Anderson’s Tracts. Vol. 1 Church History of our church. Vol. 3 Josephite Church History. Geo. Teasdale’s Glad Tidings. & other tracts. Some of Hughe’s Tom Brown’s School days. [271: page is blank] [272] Birthdays Sophronia Ione Oct 17, 1889. Andrew Oct. 29 1902 Wm. Grover Sept. 22 – 1895. W.G. Reese Aug. 15, 1857 Mary M. Reese Apr. 9, 1865 Carrie A. Reese Nov. 25, 1876 Naoma M. Reese Nov. 9 1887 Ann Eliza Reese Nov. 9 1887 Sophronia Ione R. Oct. 17, 1889 Sarah Wanda Reese Apr. 29, 1892 Wm. Grover Reese Sept. 22, 1895 Roland A. Reese Oct. 7, 1900 Andrea E. “ Oct. 29, 1902 Gordon Wayne “ Aug. 15, 1904. Arvel Charles “ Sept. 9, 1906. Norma Marie Dec 31- 1909 Norma Marie blessed Mar 6 1910 Lowell, [-]ern May 24 1912 Ruth Maurine Nov. 2- 1914 Cecil Everett. July 3, 1921 [273] Sat. Dec. 7, 1907. Adelaide S.A. Lines sent to my wife in a letter. My soul is oft stirred with emotion, When thoughts of my loved ones arise; A tear down my cheek often courses. Tears gather and moisten my eyes. In slumber I oft pay a visit, To dear ones far over the sea. Whose prayers I am sure are ascending, In loving remembrance of me. -2- Were it not for the cause of the Master Through whom a Salvation we earn, I often should feel sorely tempted. To hasten upon my return. But knowing full well how import[--] [--] message of truth to mankind My aim is to do my full duty And in being from home feel resigned. -3- I am sure the dear Lord we are serving Will never forsake me or mine. [274] While we remain true & devoted, And are ever found toeing the line, And so may the grace of our Father Uphold us by day and by night; Till my work in this land is completed Having bravely contended for right. -4- This prayer from my soul I would utter, Dear Lord keep my loved ones from harm Fill their souls full of joy & thanksgiving May they ne’er have a cause of alarm. May the love of the truth fill their bosoms All folly and sin may they spurn O Lord hold them safe in Thy keeping Until I to them shall return. [275] Annie Reese Thomas H Reese [276] [a news article with the day’s weather forecast along with a “Government Meteorologist’s Report” is adhered to the page.] [277] 1907. Letter written and sent as follows. Per S.S. Aorangi. Carrie, Naoma, Sophr Sarah, Wm. Roland, Mother, A.V. T.H. & wife. two to The Journal S.S. Aoranga sailed Aug 5. Aug. 3, John Carter. Aug. 17. Wrote a letter to Pres. Nye. Aug. 19 Sent a, letter to, Cousin, & Aunt Eliza P[-]out. 20. Wrote to dear mother. (21) to Carrie. Besides the two above named letters I posted the following to go per S.S. Moana Aug. 31. R.B.T. Taylor, W.H. Thain, A.V, Carrie, Naoma, Annie, Fronie, Sarah, Wm. Roland, Card to Andrew & Gordon, Tracts to Lee Reese & all my nephews & nieces, old enough to read them. Sept. 6, Wrote to John Carter, Murgoo, W.A. Oct. 10. Carrie & The Journal. “ 14. John Carter. Dec. 20, Carrie, Naoma, Annie, Wm., Roland, Mother, A.V. E.R. Owen. [278] Letters written. Jan. 1, 1908 Minnie P. Poole See little stanzas on page 99 100 [279] Admiral Evan’s Armada comprises 53 vessels. 16 Battle-ships & 6 destroyers. Names, Connecticut, Kansas, Louisiana, Vermont Virginia, Georgia, Alabama, Illinois, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Ohio, Maine, Kearsarge. Three left on Atlantic coast Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts. The three at Puget Sound are Nebraska, Wisconsin, Oregon. – 13 crusers [news clipping showing the day’s weather and meteorologist’s report] [280] [photo of group of people sitting under trees] On Nov. 11, 1907, according to previous arrangement, the Elders, Saints & some friends took a dray which had been previously ar- ranged for and went out on a picnic party to a place called Brownhill Creek in one of the suburbs of Adelaide. While we were all arranged around under large weeping willows ready for lunch, Elder Hall took the above picture of the jolly group. [281] 1907. Important. May 14. Moana left Suva a.m. May 20 Left Maitland for Sydney. “ 21. Arrived in Sydney and got ready and in the evening we took the Pilbarra for Adelaide. May 24 Arrived in Melbourne at 10 a.m. “ 27 Arrived in Adelaide at 7 p.m. June 6 Oaringa arrived in Vancouver. “ 10 Moana left Sydney. “ 11 Manuka left Suva for Brisbane & Sydney. “ 21 The Lee family was baptized. July 18. Rec’d letters from home. “ “ Aorangi arrived in Sydney. Aug. 2 Elder Hall & Elder Tanner arrived on Ka[-]ene. “ 3 Elder Tanner left for Perth WA on Kangarra. Aug. 7. The Moana left Suva. Aug. 15. Received home mail. “ 31. Home mail left Adelaide Sept. 2. Manuka left Suva. “ 6 Manuka arrived in Brisbane. [282] 1907. Important events. 10 Sept. Received letters from home. Oct. 8. Received home letters. Nov. 5 Received home letters. Nov. 14. Sent off five letters to go by the Yeddo Oct. 3, blessed two children see p. 135 Mrs. Brooks see p. 100. Nov. 21 Sent seven letters, Post Cards & photos to by per R.M. S. Moana to leave Sydney 25. Nov. 27. Miowera left Suva. Dec, 3. I received a letter from Mother via Frisco “ 6 Received letters that came on Miowera. Dec. 31, Aorangi arrived at Brisbane. Jan 2. Received letters from Mother, Lee, Sarah and Victor. All well. [283] Letters sent by the boat leaving Sydney, the Manuka, Sept. 30, Two to The Journal, two to Carrie, one to Naoma, one to Annie, one to Sophronia one to Sarah & William, one to mother, one to RO and wife & children, one to A.V, one to Bro. Chantrill, one to Birt L. Matthews, & a paper to Chas. A. [284] Letters received – Apr. 23. 1 from dear mother. “ “ 1 from dear Carrie. “ “ 1 from dear Sarah 1 from dear Ann Eliza and [-] from dear Sophronia 1 from Bro. Charles 1 from Bro. W.V. 1 from Jennie Merrill. 1 from Aunt Eliza & Cousan Saran Prout. Apr. 24 from Pres. Armstrong. May 9, Miss Minnie P. Poole. May 17 Pres. Armstrong & Pres. Nye. May 21, Carrie, Naoma. May 27, Fronie & Elder Bair. Journal “ 29 Elder Iverson. June 1, Carrie & William. June 7. W.A. Bowles June 20, 2 from wife 1 from Naoma 1 from Annie, 1 from mother, 1 from Wm 1 Sarah 1 Bro. Chantrill. 1 Chas. England 1 L.J. Mantle June 21 one from mother. July 8. John Carter. W.A. “ 15 Carrie, Sophronia, Sarah, Wm. mother, A.V. Reese. [285] Letters written beginning Apr. 19-07. Apr. 19. To Brother Moses & sister Florence. Apr. 25. To Pres. Wm Armstrong. Apr. 27 Posted letters to Carrie, to Bro. Moses & wife. to C.H. and to The Journal May. 6 The Journal: (X) May 9. Mother, A.V, R.O; Naoma, Annie Wm, Sophronia, Sarah, and Carrie. (X) (I wrote these letters at different times but posted them today for the May 13, boat. May. 10 – to Ines Thain. May 15. N E Iverson. June 1, to Mother & Carrie. & A.V. June 5. Naoma, Fronie, Sarah, Wm Roland June 8 Annie & Bro. Anderson. Card to Andrea. “ 10 wrote to W.A. Bowles. June 29 Wrote to The Journal “ 29 Mother, Carrie. L.J. Mantle Bp. Hund “ “ Chas. England. Wm. Sarah, July 4. Naoma, Annie, Fronie, Carrie, C.M. B[---] “ 5. N E Iverson, C. H. Shaw. Sent Photos. [286] 980 48 Letters received 1028 July 18 – four from wife, one from Naoma, one from Sarah, one from Wm., one from T.H. and Maggie, one from mother; one from A.V. July 20, Pres. Armstrong. Aug. 3. John Carter. H.P. Bair. Sept. 10. Carrie, Naoma, Annie, Sophronia Birt L. Matthews. mother, RO and Florence Bro. Jos. Chantrill Nov. 5 Rec’d letters from Carrie, Naoma, Annie, Sophronia, Sarah, Wm. Mother, Cousin Emma. Dec. 3. Mother, sent me £2-1-2. Dec. 6. Carrie, Wm. Roland, Sophronia, Sarah, two from A.V. one from mother [stamp at bottom of page looks like the stationer’s]