daily swallowed for any considerable length of time, without causing that peculiar disease, which demands for its relief, (or rather to alleviate its horrors,) continual repetition of its cause; thus hurrying, by an almost irresistible force, its unhappy victim down the deep descent of degradation and misery, often to end his days in an hospital, long before his years have reached their noontide of life. The writer remarks- I believe it to be the future policy of government to receive apprentices into the navy, and instruct them in all the branches appertaining to their duty on board vessels of war. A large number of boys have already entered the service, and others are joining it from day to day. 'How important it must be then that these young men, just entering on the duties of their profession, should have a good example set them, and every inducement be offered to excite them to form correct moral habits. But while the present practice is pursued, nothing can be accomplished; and instead of raising up a class of young men which will be an ornament to the country, and her defence in time of need, we shall be found paying a premium for vice, and educating an army of drunkards and vagabonds.' How long shall this absurdity find a place among the councils of this great and enlightened nation? How long shall the fatal error be cherished, which was embraced by the first congress, that ardent spirits would do the soldiers of their army good, amidst their toils and sufferings, but which in the end left this nation in slavery to alcohol-a bondage, in some respects, more degrading and ruinous than that from which our noble fathers fought successfully for our deliverance? An impression is entertained among the officers of the navy, (says the writer,) that seamen to man our ships could not be obtained, if the spirit ration was abolished. What parent, knowing the facts in the case, would consent to place his son amidst these dangers, in comparison with which, the dangers of the ocean, with all its rocks and storms, are as nothing. But let this cause of ruin be put away entirely, and how many will eagerly press forward to be engaged in their country's service; to defend her honour, and share her glory. But now, how is it? I will tell you, in the language of the officer to whom I have alluded:-'Intoxicating drinks are the cause of all the trouble we have on board of our ships. Men are fre quently confined in double irons-and for what? Beastly intoxication-insubordinate and mutinous conductinsolence, or desertion-while under the influence of liquor. Nine men out of ten, yes, ninety-nine out of a hundred, that are brought to the gangway to receive a dozen lashes, with a cat-o-nine tails on the naked back, are flogged for offences committed while under the influence of ardent spirits!" Now, I ask, will such men care for their country's honour or glory, by whose authority they have been punished for crimes committed they knew not how, nor why? And who are thus disgraced in their own eyes, and in the eyes of each other? If any thing demands a remedy in relation to our naval affairs, it is in this particular. CALCUTTA SAILORS' HOME. From the first annual report of this Institution, recently received, we learn with great satisfaction, that the success which has attended the operations of the committee, has been at least equal to what even the most sanguine could have anticipated; that the most prompt and liberal support has been afforded to carry out their various plans, and that they are thus encouraged to persevere. Such is a brief outline of the report; and we cannot but unite with the friends on that distant shore, when they" offer their unfeigned and supreme thanks to the GIVER of every good and perfect gift, for having put it into the hearts of so many to feel and act for the temporal and religious interests of our too long neglected, but brave and deserving seamen." And also in their prayer, "That He may continue to bless them, and every similar committee with success: and that the time may speedily arrive, when in every port the sailor may have a home, which shall be a resting-place for his body-a guard for his purse-a protector for his morals-and a church, in which he shall have addressed to him the sacred truths of our holy religion, in plain, simple, and appropriate language; and by which, under the blessing of heaven, he shall become the noblest work of God-an honest, virtuous, and holy man." SERMONS AND PUBLIC MEETINGS. Tour of the Rev. G. R. Hewlings in Cornwall, in August and September. FALMOUTH.-The public meeting was ably supported, and a strong desire manifested for the formation of an Auxiliary. But from various circumstances this was deferred till next year. H. BOND, Esq., Purser of H. M. S., the Astrea, presided. TRURO.-Nothing could be then done in this place; but it is open for an application in next June, and every support is promised. PENRYN.-Such was the interest excited at the public meeting, that several gentlemen engaged either to form a separate association, or to combine with the friends at Falmouth. REDRUTH.-Here the sailors' cause was fearfully damaged, some years ago, by a certain individual, who had the hardihood to circulate the publications of the society, and collect in the name of the Committee, while he had not the remotest connexion with them. At first almost every door was shut; but the friends having their minds disabused, the Society will yet be redeemed in Redruth. ST. IVES.-The Association, formed some time ago, is going on prosperously. At all the chapels I had crowded congregations. PENZANCE.-We had here a very special meeting, an account of which was inserted in the provincial papers. A powerful influence was obtained, and an efficient Auxiliary formed. HAYLE.-Here we had an equally large and impressive attendance at the meeting. Hayle is one of the most rising places in Cornwall; and, therefore, the feeling excited here, will have a good effect throughout the county. The following are the officers of the Auxiliary : Treasurer,-Mr. JOHN VIVIAN. Secretary,-Mr. F. HARVEY. Committee, -MESSRS. GEORGE O'NEALE, A. J. Ashwin, JOHN PRIDEAUX ;-CAPTAINS GOLDSWORTHY, GILES GUDGE, J. VIVIAN, Jun. Honorary Committee—HENRY HARVEY, Esq., Proprietor of Foundry; WILLIAM Mellet, Esq., R. N., Proprietor of Copperhouse. Librarian,-Mr. A. J. ASHWIN. Visitors of Ships,-Mr. G. O'NEALE, and Captain GOLDSWORTHY. Collectors,—Mr. BarryrawanoTH: Miss M. BURRAL. MEVAGISSEY.-This is a small place; but a good feeling exists. A meeting of friends was got up, after the services of the sabbath, to form an Auxiliary. This was done; and two trading captains have undertaken to apply to every master of a vessel to contribute and co-operate. Here, as well as at Hayle, they must have an immediate grant of books. [Libraries have been sent to both places.] The following is the list of the officers and members of the association:— President, The Rev. CHARLES TREVEALE. FURRE. Secretary,—Mr. Joseph Killo. Treasurer,- Mr. WILLIAM LADIES' ASSOCIATION :-Secretary,—Mrs. CHILDS: Mrs. RICHARD NICHOLS ; Mrs. DUNCALFE. The Misses BALL, COOK, SULY, FURSE, and E. MORRIS. ST. AUSTELL.-Preached here on sabbath; and had a public meeting on the Wednesday following. There was a strong feeling. CHARLESTOWN.-After the meeting, several gentlemen came forward to compose a committee. An active Auxiliary was formed; and more than ordinary results may be expected. A library must be immediately forwarded. [It has been sent.] LOSTWITHIEL.-Several ladies have undertaken the duties of collectors. Liskeard, Bodmin, St. Columb, Looe, Padstow, and other places, have either been visited, or are open to an application in June, next year. (Remainder of Rev. G. R. Hewling's Tour in our next.—Also Rev. R.Spencer's.) VISIT OF THE REV. JOHN ADEY TO DUBLIN. The visit of our excellent and indefatigable friend, Mr. Adey, to Ireland, last year, was attended with such happy and successful results, that the Directors felt persuaded it would be of unspeakable advantage for them to revisit the sister island this year. Amid many obstacles, and with great personal inconvenience, he yielded to the urgent request of the Board; but his time allowed him to proceed no farther than Dublin. But there he met with the same cordial support as in the first instance. The Directors feel that their best thanks are due to the ministers who have kindly performed these services on their behalf; and to those also who have so cheerfully given up their pulpits for the advocacy of the seamen's cause; and to all the friends who have, in any way, contributed to the great object. Maddox, Printer, Bermondsey, Southwark. THE remark is not more just than true, "that COLLECTORS are the life-blood of every society." It is to their self-denying exertions, under God, that every institution, in a great degree, owes its healthy and vigorous action. Boards may sit and deliberate,―sermons may be preached, and appeals published, and meetings held, but if the collectors relax or grow weary, all will fail. Great responsibility, therefore, attaches to the office you sustain; and on the manner in which it is fulfilled, may depend eternal consequences. It is not denied that the work which you have undertaken calls for much self-denial, diligence, fidelity, perseverance. It may make a large demand on your time and strength. You may have often to perform the same round, and at seasons not the most convenient. Thus hour after hour must be given up, which might be devoted to some favourite pursuit, or spent amid the endearments of the family circle. Nor is it the mere sacrifice of time-strength is expended, -the body becomes fatigued and exhausted, and, perhaps, to a certain extent, affected by the changes in the atmosphere -the constant variations in this uncertain climate. All this we grant. But by a proper division of time, and by assigning to each portion its own duties, (for we |