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Church and heard Rev. A. L. Russel preach text--Numbers XIV-14th verse. Monday, 2. Drove up to J. C. Snell's in the sleigh this forenoon and took took New Year's dinner there. Mr. and Mrs. Joness were there also and we had a pleasant time. Drove up to Edmonton to the election of township council - Reeve Thos. Bowles D. Reeves - J. P. Hutton and Henderson Councilor Quin and Lipsett. Rev. James Pearen and his sister Mrs. Beatie took tea at our place and spent the evening January, Tuesday, 3 1871 A cold blustering day, the roads and lanes are fast filling up. Was engaged in picking over potatoes of which one half were rotten Bought a new pair of scales (Fairbank's) $18.00, they are the smallest size and will weigh 600 lbs. Wednesday, 4 Was drawing on the sleigh from the lower bush cordwood for next summers use hauled about 4 cords. Spent the evening pleasantly and profitably at the Annual Meeting of the B.B. Bible Society Rev John Gemley from Toronto gave a very interesting address. Collected one the branch $145. �January, Thursday, 5 1871 Was at the same occupation as yesterday. Spent the evening pleasantly at Hope Chapel Social (No 10) realized about $40, there was a large attendance, suitable readings and short speeches were the order of the evening. M. M. Elliot occupied the chair. Subscribed for the Peel Banner $1.00 per annum Friday, 6 Yesterday and to day was held the Annual meeting of C. P. S. S. Association at Cheltenham. Drove up there this afternoon the convention was largely attended by delegates and visitors from different parts of the county. The public speaking was good. Raised by collections nearly $50. Took tea at Mr. Crawford's. Arrived home at 1.30-oclock to morrow morning. January, Saturday, 7. 1871 The eclipse of the moon last evening was very plain the night being clear and frosty. Was hauling wood again today drew 7 loads (almost 5 cords) Father drove up to John Snell's and sold them a hind quarter of beef weighing 163 Ibs @ - 7 cts per Ib. Spenig the even'g reading election stories in the "Banner" Sunday, 8 Went to S.S. this morning Supt abs. lesson - John III I to 13th Heard Rev A. S. Russel preach at Zion text - I Timothy 7th {illegible} 8th also heard him at Brampton this evening text - Isaiah XXXII Quite a lot of snow from the East and drifing Aunt Catherine is here to night January, Monday, 9. 1871 Finished drawing the cordwood from the lower bush have about 17 cords of it. Was hauling black ash and basswood wood rails for the line fence next John Woodhalls farm. Father and mother are spending the evening in Brampton at Mr W. Newhouse's, with John Newhouse and family who are going to move to the Niagara country. Tuesday, 10. A very stormy day snowing fast from the south. Spent forenoon in driving scholars to day school and in Brampton. Aunt Catherine and mother are going to Toronto tomorrow. Drove up to J. C. Snells this evening and stayed there the evening �January, Wednesday, 11 1871. A mild smoky day, snow thawing fast. Received last night a commisson from Capt. J. C. Snell of $16 to enroll all the militiamen from No10 to 22 across the township. Was enrolling names all day one first and 2nd line and Centre Road. got about 100 names Arrived home after six oclock this evening. Thursday, 12 Still thawing very fast. Was at the same occupation as yesterday, travelled the 4th, 5th and 6th lines, west, fed my horse and bought dinner at Norval got home after dark. Aunt Catherine and mother came from Toronto to day they were visiting Dr Fulton J. Learment spent the evening here January Friday, 13 1871. Finished canvassing the west side of township today on which I have about 230 names, the weather is still warm & pleasant. Mr Black from Port Perry spent the evening and staid all night J.C.S and family also were here. Drove to Brampton to night to the weekly singing practice of W. M. choir and enjoyed it well Saturday, 14 Commenced operations on the east side of township, canvased the 5th and 6th got home about 4 oclock from thence, It is quite a tedious job, but for the big wages would give it up. It was a very disagreeable day, a fine drizzling rain from the N.E. which froze as it fell. spent the evening reading the weekly news. January, Sunday, 15. 1871. Drove to Brampton this morning with cutter and Rev E. Clement of Streetsville preach anniversary Missionary Sermon - text - Romans 1 - 16th he is an eloquent preacher spent the afternoon at J. C. Snell's in pleasant intercourse with friends Went to Brampton this evening heard Rev John Shaw of Weston text John IV 35 to 38th Rain and sleet all day Monday, 16. Canvassed the 5th and 4th lines enrolled about 70 names. Very stormy and blustering. Drove to Brampton this evening to W.M. Missionary Meeting, a large attendance Rev J. Shaw, Rev �E. Clement and Rev Dr. Evans of Toronto formerly Missionary to the province of British Columbia 9 1/2 years The speaking was very good January, Thursday, 17. 1871. Finished enrolling the Militia for this company Division about 425 men, it was rather a tedious job. J. C. S. and J. R. Craig drove to Markham this afternoon to George Miller's sale of Short- horns. Spent the evening at home writing off militia names. It was a sharp freezing day. Took dinner yesterday at Mr Thornton lot 22 3rd line East and today at J.C.S. Wednesday, 18. Was engaged all day in threshing peas with the flail A great number of rats and mice around the barn and outbuildings. trap a rat nearly every night. Spent the evening at home waiting over in driving twice up to Zion for to hold a missionary meeting but could not find the church key had no meeting January, Thursday, 19 1871. Drove over with a grist and 30 bush of oats and peas to Norval Mills. waited for the grinding over 3 hours got home at 3.30 o'clock. Drove up to J.C. Snell's with the cutter and spent the evening pleasantly in reading and chat J.C.S is still in Markam at Geo Millers Stock Sale Friday, 20 Drove over to Norval this morning for a load of fence lumber only bought 400 feet it not being properly sized sells it at $7.50 per thousand feet. Went to Brampton this evening to the Wesleyan choir practice which is lead by Jesse Perry enjoyed the evening well. January, Saturday, 21 1871. John Learment and I drove our teams to Caledon this morning to buy and haul fence posts bought 100 off Archibald McCannel at $10.50 per houndred they are good large posts but are a high price, had to drive into the swamp on No 1, pt line west and make our owns roads. Snowing from the east all day and very damp. �Sunday, 22 Went to S.S. this morning our Supt pres. lesson John III 12 to 21, a very instructive description on the blackboard. Heard Rev A. L. Russel preach in Zion text - Numbers XIV 3rd. Drove to Brampton to night heard Mr James Gooderham preach text Jeremiah XII. latter part 5th The sermon dwelt particularly on death A very cold day January, Monday, 23 1871 The coldest day of the season the thermometer 12° below zero a strong N.E. wind. J. Learment and I drove to Caledon for fence posts. Brought home 50 making 100 new cedar posts paid A McConnel $10.50. Got both my ears frozen and was tired and sleepy when I got home at 4 o clock. Tuesday, 24. Father drove to Brampton this morning and brought Mrs. J.W. Main and family and Mrs. Trueman to spend the day, Mr. Main came this afternoon. J.C. Snell and family were here this evening had a pleasant evening. Drove the Brampton visitors home about 9 o clock. Considerably milder than yesterday. January, Wednesday, 25 1871 The weather is still very cold the mercury 2° or 3° below zero, all day. The extreme cold is prevalent all over the country, 40° below zero at Quebec, the best coal oil freezes. Was threshing peas with the flail. Drove Mrs. J.C.S. home this evening, was helping J.C.S copy the militia names, there are 436 names on the roll. Got home at 11.30 o clock. Thursday, 26. Was at the same occupation as yesterday this cold weather suiting the job very well, have about 3/4 of them threshed. Drove sister Lavina down to Brampton Grammar School where she has been going since the first of January 1871. Spent the evening reading The Weekly Globe �January, Friday, 27 1871. Drove the team over to Ashgrove this morning for a load of shingles for Ambrose Woodhall brought 12 1/2 squares. Took dinner at Ashgrove hotel it was provided by Mr. W, Mr J, Heath and W. Wiggins were also at the bee Spent the evening at the W.M Choir Practice. It was quite mild. Saturday, 28 Was engaged in fanning peas and storing them away in the driving house, put-away about 40 bush. Was threshing peas with the flail this afternoon. Snowing lightly from the East all day. Spent the evening at home reading the New York Weekly . January, Sunday, 29 1871 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres lesson 1 Kings XVII 8 to 16th verses, Elijah and the widow of Zarephath was described on the blackboard. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Rev Mr Carson from Streetsville preach. text - Zechariah-III 1st 5 verses is a good preacher, imitates Rev Morley Punshon in style of delivery. Monday, 30 Was engaged this forenoon in putting the remains of the straw stack into the barn, for to keep dry bedding the stock. Was threshing peas this afternoon with the flail. Had a severe tooth ache this evening. J.C Snell called here this evening, they have sold a Short-horn heifer at $600 January, TUESDAY, 31. 1871. Raining very fast nearly all day, snow fast disappearing. Drove to Brampton this morning with 21 bush of barley, received 55 cents per bush. Spent the evening very pleasantly with the W.M. Choir at a teameeting at Norval, had a good sleigh ride, 12 being in one sleigh, had two upsets but no one seriously hurt, got home at 1.30 oclock February, WEDNESDAY, 1. 1871 Finished the pea threshing yesterday Was hauling firewood from the "other place" bush. Had a visit from J. Tribble of Amaranth stayed last night here started home today. Have had a �pretty severe winter thus far but good steady sleighing, was mild and cloudy today. Spent the evening in making up farm accounts. February, THURSDAY, 2. 1871 Drove to Brampton this morning and had a double tooth pulled by W.K. Graham - Dentist - It was a very painful operation, being but slightly diseased it required considerable strength to extract it. Father and mother drove to Toronto Township this afternoon to visit Alick Campbell. It was a blustering day. FRIDAY, 3. Quite a cold day. Was engaged in hauling cord wood and white oak stakes from the other place bush. Our folks came home from Alicks, they are all well he has a large school at Matton, he received from the scholars he has left a very nice mahogany writing desk worth $11.50. Spent the evening at Practice in Brampton pleasantly. February, SATURDAY, 4 1871. Finished cleaning up the peas have about 75 bush stored away. Spent the remainder of the day in picking over the potatoe they are fully one fourth rotten. Father went to Official Quarterly Meeting at 2 P.M. and paid $3.50 quarterage. A pretty cold day the thermometer sank nearly to zero. Sarah Peacock is spending a day or two here. SUNDAY, 5 A very cold morning, thermometer 15 (degrees) below zero but very clear and fine. Went to Brampton to the Quarterly Meeting. Rev Mr Mcfadden preached text - Psalm LXXXVII 3rd Old Mr. Holtby was present who has been preaching 48 years, & Took dinner at Mrs. Truemans {illegible figure} heard the same minister this evening text - Galatians - VI, 14th February, MONDAY, 6 1871. The weather has moderated some but is still below zero. Went to Brampton to Dentist's and got 6 teeth filled which were slightly decayed 2 front ones with gold costing $1.50 each the rest with silver " {costing} $0.75 " {each} total $6.00 paid $5 on the bill . Edwin Dixon is here from Amaranth overnight J Learment was in and spent the evening in chat. �TUESDAY, 7 Spent the day in preparing for clover threshing. Renewed the insurance on the house and farm buildings in the Mutual Association of Middlesex, to the amount of $2000 , fees $15.25 to be paid next winter. Aunt Mary and I spent the evening at J.C. Snells in reading and chat. February, WEDNESDAY, 8. 1871. Commenced threshing clover this morning with Smith and Hunter's machine. The seed comes very slowly from the mill, only getting about 5 1/2 bush. Today have nearly 2 bush of Alsike. Weather very mild thawing fast. THURSDAY, 9. Was at the same work as yesterday, about 5 bush to day. Did not thresh all the clover, it turns out so poorly, it would not pay. Paid the threshers $12 & Anderson Campbell $1.00 for 2 dys work also, R. Crawford same for 2 dys. Mrs. Guy Bell spent the day here and Mr. Bell was here this evening. February, FRIDAY, 10. 1871 Drove Aunt Mary and Sarah Peacock to Brampton Station this morning. they are going to Toronto Sarah is hired at Dr. Fulton's. Was paring and applying a preparation of bluestone and verdigris to sheep's feet for to cure the disease "Hoofrot" which is very troublesome. SATURDAY, 11 Was helping with team J.Learment to thresh clover seed which yielded about the same as ours. The Communion Baptists of Edmonton had a successful teaparty last night realized nearly $40. J.C. Snell and wife were hear this evening on their way home from Brampton. February, SUNDAY, 12 1871. Drove the sleigh to S. School this morning, Supt present lesson - I Kings XVII 17 to 24 was well described on blackboard Viney and I drove over to Guy Bell's this afternoon, had a pleasant time chatting about old times. they are comfortably situated. Heard Rev. W. L. McFadden preach in Brampton tonight �MONDAY 13 Drove sister Viney to Brampton G. School this morning. Got the Country Gentleman for last week, it is an excellent paper. Was fanning and sifting the Alsike clover seed, have about 1 bush 3 pecks There fell about six inches of snow yesterday. February, TUESDAY, 14 1871. Drove to Stewarts sawmill. Esquesing and brought for A. Woodhall 950 ft of green lumber. Sold 1 1/2 bush Alsike @ $6.00 per bush. Went to Mt. Pleasant this evening with the B.W. Choir had a pleasant time. Able addresses were given by Revs. Pringle, Fletcher, Breckinridge and J. R. Burnett jun. Realized $63. Got home at 11.30 oclock. WEDNESDAY, 15 Was engaged today in hauling manure from J. W. Mains horse stable Brampton, drew 4 large loads, it is splendid manure being well rotted, mixed with shavings instead of straw. Spent evening making out lumber bill for board fencing and addition to sheep pen, nearly 4000 feet lumber. Thawing today February, THURSDAY, 16. 1871 Was hauling rails from the other place bush and repairing fences, have the bush cleared of cord wood and rails once more. Mr and Mrs Joseph Pearen Mrs. Trueman and Feathstone and old Mrs. T Modeland were here visiting today. Received a note of invitation to a party from Dawson Modeland. FRIDAY, 17. Received from Mr. Robert Smith $7.00 for service of "Clifton" and our ram. Was helping John Campbell to saw wood with the circular belongs to Guy Bell. Our folks spent the day at J.C.S brought home as present a barrel of good apples. Spent the evening very pleasantly at D. Modeland's birthday party of, paid $1 to the young folks McKenzie {illegible} February, SATURDAY, 18. 1871 Very stormy day, had quite a quantity of wet snow last night from the east. Got home last night about 11.30 o'clock. there were over 12 girls present but only 4 boys. Took tea with A. Joness �and wife and spent evening at their place, Mr. A is very sick with the cold. Aunt Mary came from Toronto to night. SUNDAY, 19. Went to S.School this morning Supt pres - lesson - John IV - 16 to 30 Heard Rev Mr. Montgomery from Yonge street South Circuit text Zechariah - - He is a clever young preacher, Heard him again in Brampton tonight text - Timothy I - IV - 8th verse. J.C. Snell and family were here all afternoon and evening. February, MONDAY, 20 1871 Drove over to Esquesing this morning to buy shingles visited 4 shingle factories but could not get any. There is such a demand for them that they keep no stock on hand. Brought home from Stuarts Mill 200 feet of culled lumber costing .60 cts. Left a lumber bill at R. Nobles Norval consisting of - at $8 per thousand. TUESDAY, 21 45 boards 10 inch wide 14 ft long 45 " 8 " " 14 90 " 6 " " 14 30 " 5 " " 16 3 " 3x5 " " 16 18 " 3x5 " " 11 250 ft 2 inch plank 14 ft long. A bright stormy day. Father and mother went to the christening of J.C.S. two children by Rev McFadden. �FEBRUARY, WEDNESDAY 22 1871 Our folks and Mrs G. Woodhall spent the day visiting at Mr Matthew Pearen's on 6 line east. Was at home all day alone making the day very long. Made a wood box for the kitchen. Spent the evening at Baptist Social for the sabbath school held in Siloan chapael Brampton, able speeches by Messrs Beynon, Smith, Herridge and Brooks - Realized $20. THURSDAY, 23 Drove to Caledon this morning for a load of cedar fence stakes brought 164 home. Bought them from A. McColl of sligo 7 ft long to be used with wire, at the rate of $17 per thousand. February, FRIDAY, 24. 1871. Warm day with a strong S.W. wind and thawing very fast. Went to Brampton this afternoon and settled W.R. Grahams acc. paid him $1.00. Sister Viney and I drove over to Mt Olivet to night to a social given for benefit of the choir. Speeches by Russel, Oakley and Lent. Realized $27. Saturday, 25 Was sawing wood with Guy Bell's circular saw, cut about 22 cords of wood, and got through shortly after 3 o'c it is pretty hard work handling the wood. Drew the horse power over to Mr Bells this evening. Paid him $3.50 for the day's sawing. February, SUNDAY, 26. 1871. Drove Aunty Peacock over to the 3rd line East to Isaac Modeland's this morning. to see her daughter Matilda who is living over there. Took dinner there and spent part of afternoon. Took tea at J. C. Snell's, he is just home from a trip in the west of Ontario. Heard Rev A L. Russel preach in Brampton tonight text - Numbers XIV - 5th. MONDAY, 27 Had another snowfall yesterday of 2 or 3 inches which has resusitated the sleighing. Drove to Brampton this morning with 5 bush of red clover seeds sold to K. Chisholm @ $5 per bush. Bought of that firm one ton of white plaster for manuring at $4 per ton. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon. �February, TUESDAY, 28. 1871. Was picking over our store of winter apples have nearly 2 1/2 barrels. J. C. Snell and wife were here for dinner. Drove to Brampton this afternoon to the mass meeting of the Reformers of Peel to select a candidate for the coming election for Ontario Parliament stirring speeches were made by the leading men of the party and March, WEDNESDAY, 1 The greatest enthusiasm prevailed throughout the large audience. Mr Thomas Bowles was selected candidate to oppose J. Coyne. M.P.P. Drove to Brampton this morning and mailed a letter to Uncle John in Missouri. The weather mild strong westerly winds, very little snow, the fields are nearly bare. The stock are in good condition and thriving well. March THURSDAY, 2 1871 Drove to Norval Mills this morning with 10 bush wheat and 10 of peas and oats for chopping. Waited for the grinding and got home aft 3 PM. Father and mother drove to Isaac Modeland's, visiting and brought home Aunt Mary. Warm showers prevailed, cutting away the snow very fast. Spent evening at J. C. Snells chatting. FRIDAY, 3 Was engaged in splitting wood storing it away in wood shed. for next season's use. Very stormy morning, raining and snowing from the East. R. Crawford and I drove up to J. C. Snell's to a small party of young folks, composed entirely of John Snell's family, evening passed pleasantly with quintettes and steeple chase. Got home at 12 oclock midnight. March, SATURDAY, 4. 1871. Drove to Caledon for stakes. the sleighing being so nearly done could only bring 88 stakes only half a load. The cedar swamps are full of water and nearly impassable. Arrived home about 2.30 PM. Parents drove upt to J.C.S for tea. Mr & Mrs H Joness and Miss Rose her sister were here today for dinner. Beautiful moonlight night. �SUNDAY, 5. Drove in the cutter to S.S. this morning. Supt pres. lesson. Luke IV 16 to 30th Drove the buggy to Zion this afternoon as the snow is nearly gone, heard Rev W.L. McFadden preach text Job XXXI 14th. Walked to Brampton this evening, heard the same sermon from same preach. It was quite a warm day. March, MONDAY, 6 1871 Was engaged nearly all day in splitting and piling firewood. Father drove to Matthew Cations 1st line west for a beehive containing a swarm of bees (was paid for a year ago). Drove up to Mr John Snell's this evening for mother where she was visiting. It is a very clear night almost as light as day. Freezing pretty keen. TUESDAY, 7 Was cutting and hauling from the other place bush {plates} 2 and 2 beams for a new shed outside the sheeppen. Also making some basswood spiles for tapping and directing the maple sap into troughs. Father was sworn in today at Edmonton as fence viewer J.C. Snell was here this evening all the talk is about coming Election and Berkshires. March, WEDNESDAY, 8 1871 Commenced operations in the lower bush for sugar making, tapped 40 trees. the sap runs pretty freely. Hauled the furnace kettles and all necessary articles down to creek with team, carried the things across walking on the old ice which is heaved up and will not bear a team. Spent evening at E. Buntings. THURSDAY, 9 Was at the same business as yesterday, tapped 10 more trees making 50 all together, boiled down 15 pails of sap to 1/2 pail. The weather is very warm, thawing very fast. the roads are fearful muddy. The Etobicoke has over flowed its banks, completely inundating the flats. John Thistle merchant Brampton shot himself yesterday. �March, FRIDAY, 10 1871 Was splitting stove wood this forenoon. Went to sugar bush at noon but the sap is not running because of warm weather and no frost. Spent the evening at the Reunion concert held in Haggert Bros large new building in the fourth story the machinery was all in motion and a steam elevator for carrying the SATURDAY, 11 People up the whole brilliantly illuminated. The professional singers 3 ladies 2 gentlemen were from Hamilton & Toronto. They sung very well. A drizzling rain all day making the roads very muddy, commenced snowing this evening. Was splitting wood. Gathered some more sap making in all 25 pails. March SUNDAY, 12 1871 There fell 5 or 6 inches of snow last night and is storming some yet this morning. Spent the day at home reading and playing the melodeon. Rode horse back to Brampton tonight, heard Rev Mr McFadden preach text Hebrews II: 3rd verse "How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation". MONDAY,13 Could not do anything at the sap business not suitable weather. Drove the waggon down to Mr J. Neelands tonight to a surprise party. Took 15 in my load there were two other waggon loads. the roads were fearful muddy. Presented Miss Neelands with silver Tea sett worth $50 for being organist. March, TUESDAY, 14 1871 Got home this morning at 3:30 AM from party. Collected 25 pails of sap today. Spent afternoon at Brampton at nomination of the two candidates - Coyne - Bowles - for Local Legislation. There was a great crowd. Mr. Bowles made decidedly better speech than Coyne and we are confident of his election. �WEDNESDAY, 15 Was in the sugar bush all day boiled down about 24 pails of sap. Had a lunch at noon in the bush and drank syrup. Brought home at night 3 pails of thin molasses and boiled on the stove to 3 or 4 gals of maple molasses. Rained pretty steadily all day from the East making it diagreeable in bush. March THURSDAY, 16 1871 Raining and misty, freezing as it falls, all the trees are loaded down with ice 3 inch thick, some large branches broken off the willows and poplars. Spent the afternoon in Brampton, discussing politics, etc, bo't to days Globe also the Christian Guardian by mail from Toronto. FRIDAY, 17 Was very sick last night with a cold. Had a severe headache this morning and was not able to do much. Went to E. Bunting's clover threshing this afternoon where Fred House's "Prairie Flower" is doing good work seed not turning out well. March, SATURDAY, 18 1871 Was at the same occupation as yesterday also with our team again, finished about 3 o'clock. The roads are now almost impassable the mud being nearly knee deep. The Orangeville stage stuck fast just below our place. the passangers had to get out and foot it through the mud and water. SUNDAY, 19 Went to S.S this morning on foot. Supt abs lesson - Matt V - 1 to 12. Heard Rev. A.L. Russel preach - text - Psalms - XCVII - 1st very few out at church because of very bad roads. Walked to Brampton to night, heard the same preacher and same sermon. Read a library book - "The OTooles of Glen Imaal." March MONDAY, 20 1871 Was engaged in boiling sap in the bush boiled about 24 pails which made about 2 gallons of molasses. Miss Elizabeth Clow and Miss D. Hemphill were here visiting. Samy Bunting was �here in the evening. Had our first lamb last Wedensday are steadily increasing 8 living 2 dead. TUESDAY, 21 The contest between Coyne and Bowles for election to a seat in the Ontario Legislature has taken place today, resulted in the defeat of the latter by a majority of 65 votes. The excitement has been intense and both sides have exerted themselves to their utmost but the Tory party won by bribery and corruption. March WEDNESDAY, 22 1871 Boiled 22 pails of sap again today intend to make sugar of it. The Globe has a long discreption of the wedding of Princess Louisa daughter of Queen Victoria to the Marquis of Lorne a Scotch nobleman. Walked up to J.C.S. this evening taking a present of 1/2 gal maple molasses. Was reading "National Stock Journal." THURSDAY, 23 Came home this morning from J.C.S. There has fallen a few inches of snow and has snowed nearly all day. Bought at Brampton bushel of Timothy @ $5.50 per bush. Sowed 1/2 of it together with 95 lbs of red clover 3 1/2 Alsike on 10 acres of fall wheat this afternoon. Had 2 young calves last night the first this year. March, FRIDAY, 24 1871 Was splitting and piling firewood. It freezes, very hard at night, it is too cold for the sap to run freely only gathered 10 pails of it today. Drove the buggy down to Brampton tonight to the W. Choir practice. There was a full attendance. Robert went up to John Snell's this evening on business. SATURDAY, 25 Was at the same occupation as yesterday have the wood more than half split. Gathered 12 pails of sap. The census taker called here yesterday and left a schedule to be filled out with full particulars about farm and family. A bright clear day. �March, SUNDAY, 26 1871 Was at S.S. this morning. Supt abs. Mr J. R. Craig addressed the school in the lesson. I Kings XVIII 41 to 46. Walked to Brampton this evening with sister Lavina and heard Rev A Russel preach text - Isaiah - XL, 1st 2nd verses. Aunt Lizzie Ferguson's children have been spending 2 days here. Snowing tonight from East. MONDAY, 27 Drove sister Viney to school in Brampton in the cutter there being 6 or 8 inches of fresh snow. Bought of K.C. & Co. 2 bush crown peas @ $1.10 per bush J.C. Snell was here tonight and filled out a blank form of farm lease between father and I, so that I can have a vote at next election. March TUESDAY, 28 1871 Mr. Wm Black from Port Perry was here all last night. Had a litter of Berkshire from the old sow 9 in number 6 are living and doing well. Spent the day in the bush boiling sap. boiled 30 pails. The sap ran from the trees very fast. Bright days and frosty nights. WEDNESDAY, 29 Was busy all day boiling. down 30 pails of sap in the "lower bush". Father rode horseback to J.C. Snell to see little Mary, she has the scarlet fever, not a serious attack. It was a warm day and windy all the snow of the last storm has disappeared. March, THURSDAY, 30 1871 It takes a pretty large share of the time to attend to the stock at this season of the year, especially the sheep, have had 18 young lambs of which 5 are dead. Was splitting firewood and gathered 17 pails of sap. Received a letter from Uncle J. Ferguson. They are well and busy at spring seeding. FRIDAY, 31 Was boiling sap again all day in the bush reduced 22 pails to one pail. Walked to Brampton this evening was barbered at J. E. Woods, also was at Choir practice. Received a letter from Uncle Adam, they are doing well. Willy Mason is quite low with consumption. �April, SATURDAY, 1 1871 Soft drizzling snow squalls from the S.E. which melted as fast as it fell. The snow is all gone excepting a few solid snow blanks next the fences the frost is out of the ground Was splitting and piling firewood all day. Robert Crawford commenced work to day for 7 or 8 months @ $12 per month. Have 14 lambs and 1 young calf. SUNDAY, 2 Walked up to S.S this morning. The roads are exceedingly bad just now - Supt pres. Lesson Matt V - 13 to 20 nicely illustrated on blackboard. Mr James Crawford spent the day here Went to Brampton this evening heard Rev Mr McFadden preach text John XVII 33rd verse. A drizzling rain set in from the south. April, MONDAY, 3 1871 Was boiling in the bush this forenoon but commenced raining at noon and had showers all afternoon. Was docking the sheep and year old lambs also docked the tails of twelve young lambs. Spent the evening at home reading the February number of "Ladies" Repository. TUESDAY, 4 Boiled down 28 pails sap. Father went to Old John Elliots funeral, he died on Saturday in Brampton aged 76 years. He was one of the oldest settlers being 54 years since he left England. A strong west wind ground drying up fast. Had a calf from Betty. {Duplicate copy of PDF 30} April, WEDNESDAY, 5 1871 Was engaged in pulling down 60 rods of fences and burning up the rotten and broken rails reserving all the sound ones for rebuilding the fence. The women folks are busy house cleaning and white washing. Mr. James Crawford spent the evening here. A bright warm day. �THURSDAY, 6 Was rebuilding the fence we tore down yesterday. Drew with horses and waggon the ceder stakes for it. Gathered 12 pails of sap last night and 14 tonight making 26 pails on hand, it ran from the trees pretty fast this week on account of hard frosts at night. April, FRIDAY, 7 1871 Commenced plowing sod today it is pretty wet on the lowest ground and some frost here and there but the greater part plows very well. "Robert" boiled 30 pails of sap being the last boil of the season. Spent evening at Choir practice, the stores were all closed to day in Brampton. It was very warm the thermometer nearly 75° in the shade. SATURDAY, 8 Was sowing plaster on the meado{w} this forenoon. Brought up all the sugar kettles and barrels from the bush the season is over. Went to Brampton this afternoon got measured for a suit of grey tweed, had a chat with Alick. The weather is very warm the grass and fall wheat are getting quite green. {Duplicate copy of pdf 32}. April, SUNDAY, 9 1871 Walked up to S. School this mornin the roads are quite dry and dusty. Supt abs. Lesson I Kings XIX 1 to 7 verse. Father and mother are up at J.C. Snells. Their children are quite bad with scarlet fever. Heard Rev W McFadden preach at Brampton tonight text Matt XXVIII, descriptive of our Lord's resurrection. MONDAY, 10 Finished sowing the plaster on the meadows and pastures. Was plowing until 4 o'clock, when rain set in from the N.E, is raining heavily all night is a very cold rain. Plucked a full blown wild flower in the woods last Saturday, also killed a mosquito the same evening. �April, TUESDAY, 11 1871 The heavy rains last night and this morning have re-commenced the Mud! reign. Drove to Brampton this morning and waited until 2 PM, getting my long boots half soled at J. Coyne's. Bought a cane seated stool for the melodeon. Was reading some interesting letters in the Globe from Rev. W.M. Punshon who is travelling on the Union Pacific "R.R." to California and British Columbia. WEDNESDAY, 12 Was plowing this forenoon but gave up, it being too wet. Was repairing fence and choring around generally. Lavina had a small party of four young Ladies schoolmates and treated them with maple taffy. April, TUESDAY, 13 1871 Was engaged in paring the sheep's feet and putting on Clerestone and verdigris went over the whole flock nearly every sheep is troubled with the disease more or less. Plowed half an acre of sod this afternoon. Had some showers from the West mixed with snow. Just one year since Uncle William was buried. FRIDAY, 14 Plowed over an acre of clover sod. Received a copy of Chicago Weekly Tribune from Uncle Adam. it contains a great deal of matter being very fine print. Spent the evening at Choir Practice. Had to pick out new cloth for my suit the first peice being all sold. The weather is cool and dry pretty hard frosts. April, SATURDAY, 15 1871 Drove the team to Brampton early this morning and bought home from Haggert Bros a new roller with a cast iron spring seat fastened on the back part of the frame it is very convenient price of roller $34. Had dealings with J. Learment trading even a ewe and twin lambs for 2 of his store pigs 7 months old. �SUNDAY, 16 Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres, - lesson - Matt VI, 1-15. Each teacher received a present of 7 different kinds of flower from Mr. Millard. Rev Mr. Russel took tea here tonight young, Eli Crawford was with him. Heard him preach in Brampton tonight text Job XXIX and 6th verse. April, MONDAY, 17 1871 Was picking stones off the meadow throwing them into the waggon and hauling them off with 2 yr old colt "Charley." Was rolling the meadow with the new roller. Finished plowing the little orchard hawing round the rows of trees with one horse. Spent the evening at home reading. TUESDAY, 18 Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday. Rev W. McFadden was here for dinner to day. Sold the cow "Bob Tail" to old Mr Williams Butcher @ $30 including her calf 4 weeks old. Had another calf today from 3 yr old red heifer. The weather has been cool and is raining from the E. tonight. April, WEDNESDAY, 19 1871 Yesterday was my twentieth birthday. Commenced our spring seeding by sowing oats on fresh plowed sod. came on a heavy east rain with thunder and lightening at noon putting a damper on the sowing for the present. Spent the evening in reading the Fifth School Reader which contains some interesting matter. THURSDAY, 20 Was shoveling drains letting the water of the plowed fields. Was hauling black muck from the bush for the flower beds in the front yard, planted 5 young maples and one beech in the front lane in place of ones that have died. Was reading the "Peel Banner". April, FRIDAY, 21 1871 Finished sowing oats and harrowing them in. The weather is very dull and cloudy, the ground drys very slowly, it being in a very soft state. Walked to Brampton this evening to the Choir Practice. �SATURDAY, 22 Was trying to plow sod at the other place but had to give it up on account of the wet. Went to Brampt received my new suit of dark tweed coat and lighter pants and vest $20 a new {illegible}y hat $1.30 and other articles 30 cents Ice frozen at night 1/4 inch thick. April, SUNDAY, 23 1871 Went to S. School this morning. Supt abs - lesson - 1 kings XIX 11 to 13. J.C. Snell and family spent the day here. J.C.S, Viney and I, drove down to Harry Joness's and staid an hour or so. Heard Rev. A Russel preach in Brampton tonight text - I Thessalonians V - Pray without ceasing". A cold chilly day. MONDAY 24 Commenced plowing sod today at the other place it has dried very fast since last Saturday, is now in good order. Was served with a notice by the constable to attend the Court of Revision tomorrow week to answer for the Farm Lease got up for voting. Sold 2 cows. April, TUESDAY, 25 1871 Was at the same work as yesterday. Sowed an acre of early peas yesterday (the little orchard). The second team was rolling the oat field 1 acres, Planted 3 or 4 apple trees and a rose bush from Leslie Nursery Toronto also some cherry trees a present from J Learment. Spent evening at J.C. Snell's in reading and chat. WEDNESDAY 26 Was plowing half the forenoon. Then went to Brampton to the Spring show of the C.P.A. Society. There was quite a crowd of people, it being a very fine day. a large show of good bulls, took "Clifton" down got no prize. He weighs 1970 lbs, there was also a good show of Stallions. Paid Haggerts note of $16. Receive from father a deed for the 25 acres. April, THURSDAY, 27 1871 Rained quite heavily nearly all day from East giving the ground a regular soaking, Was carrying potatoes over from the house cellar to the driving house, have 16 bags "Garnet Chili" �and 5 bags "Early Whites" a few of which are rotten. Paid A. M Caul Caledon for 250 stakes we drew last winter $4.25. FRIDAY, 28 Father sold in Brampton 2 bags "Early Whites" and bought 1 bag "Gleasons" @ 90 cts per bag also bought peck "Early Rose" @ 50 cts per bag. Was puling down old fences to be put in an improved state. Spent evening at Choir Practice. The weather is cold and windy. April, SATURDAY, 29 1871 Was building fence on the North side of the lane this forenoon the old fence was pretty well used up, partly built over 60 rods. Spent the afternoon at Ambrose Woodhall's bee for raising a new barn 280 x 34. it was hard work and very exciting, Slight westerly showers prevailed. SUNDAY, 30 Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. although he had to drive 78 miles before school time lesson - Matt VI -19-34. Heard Rev. W. McFadden preach at Zion this afternoon text - Prov - VI, 6th verse, received from the minister the Quarterly tickets for May. Walked to Brampton church to night and heard the same sermon. May, MONDAY, 1 1871 Was plowing sod all day at the other place. Fixed up the swin gate at noon across the creek between E. Bunting and us. Commenced sowing barley this afternoon cultivating with the other team. The weather was pretty warm, the grass is growing very fast, 3 inch high, very good sheep pasture. TUESDAY, 2 Finished cultivating and harrowing 11 acres of barley in front of house done my first sowing grain with two hands, The Court of Revision took place today at Edmonton, quite a crowd of people present, father went up but my lease was not called on, it passed off favourably to the Reform party. Had a ewe lamb from the largest ewe in the flock. �May, WEDNESDAY, 3 1871 Was plowing the head ridges and water furrowing the field of barley, also sowed clover seed 10 lbs and Timothy 3 lbs to acre on it. Plowed 1/2 an acre of sod this afternoon. Planted some Early Gooderich and Early White potatoes in the gardens. spent evening reading S. School Library books. THURSDAY, 4 A heavy East storm prevailed throughout the day with a high wind, putting a block to seeding operations for a day or two. Was dressing the sheep's feet, it is a troublesome disease, it is affecting the young lambs. Fanned 60 bush fall wheat it being now ready for market. The storm has abated this evening. May, FRIDAY, 5 1871 Was engaged in shovelling drains and letting water off the barley field. Was digging post holes and setting posts for a board fence on the N.E. side of the barnyard from hogpen around to the corner of lane to the creek. Spent the evening at Practice, learning on of Handel's chouruses, it is very difficult. SATURDAY, 6 Rode to Brampton for medicine and a bottle of Cooksville wine for father who is very sick on kind of billious attack. Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday, finished up some fencing and sowing clover seed. The weather has cleared up fine once more. May, SUNDAY, 7 1871 Went to S. School this morning. Supt, abs lesson - 1 Kings XXII - 1 to 37. Took dinner at J.C. Snell's and spent part of the afternoon there. Heard Rev A. Russel preach in Brampton tonight - text - Mark VI 14th verse. Had shower of hail today. MONDAY, 8 E. Bunting was helping me to plow sod with his team and plow all day, turned over rather more than 2 acres, the ground is very soft. A cold north wind all day, Froze ice on the water trough last night. �May, TUESDAY, 9 1871 Was at the same work as yesterday plowed 1 1/4 acres. Erastus Bunting is plowing for J. Learment today, being through seeding, he is helping his neighbours. Robert was digging post holes for board fence from the road down behind the barn. Spent the evening redading April Ladies Repository. WEDNESDAY, 10 Finished plowing the sod for the peas. Sowed 8 acres of peas with 18 bush of our old seed and 2 bush of crown peas. Gave it 2 strokes with the {illegible because of ink stain}ow. Spent the evening {ink blot} practice in Brampton. Practising Hallielujah Choruses with the help of part of P.M Choir. May, THURSDAY,11 1871 Was rolling the barley field, it has got very hard and solid with last week's heavy rains. The weather is fine and dry all week getting a little warmer every day. Mr Frank Wolfe died very suddenly in Chicago this morning of appoplexy. FRIDAY, 12 Finished harrowing and rolling the pea field 8 acres "other place" it looks well after being finished. Was engaged this afternoon in washing our sheep, 37 in number, in the Etobicoke. The water was {warm}. The weather clear and warm. Spent the evening at Practice. May, SATURDAY, 13 1871 Drove to Norval Mills this morning with 10 bush of wheat for a grist, sold 50 lbs to Arche Bunting @ $1.62 1/2. A new Telegraph Co (Dominion) are putting up their line of posts from Brampton to Georgetown via No 10 side road. J.C. Snell and family were here for dinner to day. tomorrow their 3rd wedding anniversary. SUNDAY, 14 Went to the Fourth Quarterly Meeting for the year in Brampton. Rev Dr Wood of Toronto preached text - I John III - 8th verse, a very instructive discourse. Took dinner at Mrs �Trueman's. Heard Rev. Mr. Healey preach tonight - text - I Corinthians - XIII - 13th verse. A fine day but very cool. May, MONDAY, 15 1871 Drove the team to Norval for a load of fence lumber, brought nearly a thousand feet, it is a pretty fair quality of lumber, is green and heavy being fresh from the saw. Was cross plowing the plot of ground on the N. side of little orchard for potatoes. TUESDAY, 16 Went to Norval again this morning, brought a larger load than yesterday, had to make two trips up the Credit hill with it. Commenced shearing sheep this afternoon, sheared 9 which averaged about 8 1/2 lbs each. Had a slight westerly shower. Turned the cows on grass for the 1st. also Clifton and the calves. May, WEDNESDAY, 17 1871 Finished shearing sheep to day, 36 in number is the flock this season. Shearing is rather nice work, but very tiresome on the back. Spent the evening at the Choir Practice in the W.M. church, had a full attendance. The weather is quite cool and white frosts at night. THURSDAY, 18 Drove to Norval again today. brought home a load of fence lumber about 900 feet, which the fill of fence stuff. Bought a new Dung fork price . Spent the evening reading "Charles Dicken's" Nicholas Nickleby. Turned the cattle out to grass on the 16th inst for the first. May, FRIDAY, 19 1871 Was drilling up the ground for potatoes and hauling manure for filling up the drills. Was fixing the line fence across the creek next to Wiggins'. Spent the evening at Robert Lowes's residence, was led by Miss B Lowes on the pianoforte. SATURDAY, 20 Was planting potatoes finish at noon, planted 5 kinds Early Rose and Gooderich, Garnet Chili, Gleason and Early White in all 1/2 an acre. Spent the afternoon at Benjamin Metsons Raising �of a cow house, had a pleasant time and a good game of ball. Spent the evening reading Nicholas Nickleby. May, SUNDAY, 21 1871 Drove Aunt Mary and Viney up to J.C. Snell's this morning. Dawson Modeland drove up there to from Brampton. took dinner and tea there. Yesterday and today were very warm 87° in the shade. Heard Rev A. L. Russel preach at Brampton to night - text - Psalms CXXII "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem." MONDAY, 22 Went to Norval and brought home the last of the lumber bill also 4 scantlings 3X4 and 2 do 4X4, which were not included in the bill, it is a very fair quality of lumber all through. Was at Brampton this evening bought box of paper collars, 20 cts, and got my hair barbered. May, TUESDAY, 23 1871 Was engaged all day in settin fence posts for a new board fence, the ground is so dry that it is almost impossible to get the posts solid. Drove to Brampton tonight to the Concert practice in the Court house, had a full attendance of all the member. Had a strong horse colt from "Old Fan." WEDNESDAY, 24 Was working all forenoon at the board fence. Went to Brampton this afternoon and saw a lively game of Lacrosse between two Toronto clubs "Ontario" and "Tellago" the former were victors. Sang in the choir at the Grand Concert in the Court house. very large crowd. Had several solo singers and a May, THURSDAY, 25 1871 Mr Boscovits Pianist to King of Portugal. he is a splendid performer. Realized after paying expenses $75. Was hauling manure on turnip ground 22 loads. J.C Snell left by 9 oclock train via Toronto and Quebec for Great Britain. Brought home a young Berkshire from J. Snells of our litter the rest being sold 5 for $10 each. A thunder shower the first rain for 3 weeks. �FRIDAY, 26 Drove the horses and waggon up to J.C. Snells this morning and brought the Jane and the two children with a load of necessary articles down to our place where she is going to reside until J.C.S. return. Was cross plowing the turnip ground and finished up the new board fence beyond the calf pasture. May, SATURDAY, 27 1871 Mr. William Broddy called and left 2 subpoenas to attend Revision Count before judge Scott, 31st inst. also $1.10 each for expenses. Had the buggy repaired at Edmonton, all the tires se{?}t and a new shaft charges - to come in Credit Bill. Christopher Fox is here all night. SUNDAY, 28 Drove up to S. School this morning Supt pres - lesson Matt VII 13th to 24th. Mr George Graham preach at Zion this afternoon. Heard Rev W. McFadden preach to night in Brampton - text Romans VI - 22nd. A very warm day 88° in the shade. C. Fox left here to night. May, MONDAY, 29 1871 Was engaged in pulling by hand the cockle and redroot out of the fall wheat, there was not a great deal of it. The wheat looks very well on the average and is just ready to come out in head. Finished plowing and cultivating the turnip ground. TUESDAY, 30 Commenced hauling manure on the fallow drew 13 loads. it is a long distance to haul it to the backside of the farm, so that it will be slow work. Was over at Guy Bell's this evening, they are getting along nicely. It is swelting hot weather the thermometer over 90° deg. May, WEDNESDAY, 31 1871 Went to Brampton this morning to the Court of Revision it being an appeal from the decision Court of Revis. at Edmonton. There are over seventy to be tried nearly all Reformers only 7 cases tried today all successful but one. There were two lawyers from Toronto and with Mr. Fleming took charge of affairs. �June, THURSDAY, 1 1871 Was hauling manure on the fallow with 2 waggons and one team drew 18 loads. There were 12 cases tried in Brampton to day the reformers loosing about half. Sold a fat ewe to Crawforth for $40. Took a 2 year old colt into pasture for summer belonging to J.W. Main June, FRIDAY 2 1871 Received the sad intelligence yesterday through the "Banner" of Willy Mason's death in Missouri on the 24th of May aged 19 yrs died of consumption. Was at the same work as yesterday hauling 20 loads. Spent the evening at Mrs Davids Smith's Social for the Vestry fund. Realized $25. The brass band was present. SATURDAY, 3 Finished drawing manure on the fallow having put 75 loads on 6 1/2 acres, they were very large loads 12 ft long. The weather has been exceedingly warm all this week averaging 90°. Drove sister Jennie up to her house for to get some things, spent a few minutes pleasantly at Wiltons Lodge. June, SUNDAY, 4 1871 Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. Lesson II Kings II 1 to 8 verses, an interesting one. Drove to Brampton this evening and heard Rev James Pearen preach, text Isaiah LVIII - 13 and 14th verses, A very good sermon on the importance and seriousness of keeping the Sabbath day holy. MONDAY, 5 Yesterday "Lady Harrington" of a bull calf. Walked to Brampton this morning to the Ajourned Revision Court, but gave up our case with a dozen more, being entered on the Assessment roll too late. Hon. J.H. Cameron was there fromt Toronto. Commenced the road work to day put 3 1/2 days having the teams on June, TUESDAY, 6 1871 Put in 3 more days work on the road today. It is very hard work the clay is so dry and hard. Have 1 1/2 days yet to put in the work is nearly done excepting some to be done on the gravel �road. Commenced raining about dark excepting two very light showers we have had no rain since the 4th May. WEDNESDAY, 7 Clear and cool this morning not a great deal of rain last night, Went to Norval with 38 bush of Diehl wheat sold at $1.25 per bush paid lumber bill $28.68 had $19 remaining from the load of wheat. Bought at Cooks Saw mill Esquesing 6 squares shingle at 50 cts each. June, THURSDAY, 8 1871 Commenced plowing the summer follows for the first time it is very hard and dry but does not turn up in large lumps but crumbles down. Went to Brampton with 52 bush wheat sold to K. Chisholm @ $1.23 per bush, bought a barrel Goderich salt $1.10. FRIDAY, 9 Was at the plowing all day plowed 1 1/3 acres. Took sister Elsie down to Cole's Gallery for to get her photograph. Sold 2 pieces of cured bacon for $3.33. Bought 38 lbs of cut nails @ 3 1/2 cts. paid K. Chisholms Acc $20.00. Spent the evening at Practice, nothing special going on now attendance rather slim. June, SATURDAY, 10 1871 Mailed a letter yesterday to Uncle Adam Missouri. Was working at the building of an addition to the sheep pen. Had two or three heavy thunder showers this afternoon, it was badly needed. Drove Jennie up to Mr. John Snell's to night on a visit. SUNDAY, 11 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson - Matt XIII 24 to 30 verses. Went to Brampton at 2 P.M. to P.M. Church and heard addresses to S. School scholars from their minister. Mr and Mrs John R. Craig took tea here this evening. he starts for England next Thursday. Heard Rev Mr Willis preach in Brampton text Psalm XLIII 5th. �June, MONDAY, 12 1871 Was plowing fallow all day with one team. Mr and Mrs H.T. Modeland, Aunt Betsy and Mrs J. Raine were here this afternoon on a visit, also Old Mr Joness and Mr Mrs Jack Joness, a good many for one day's visiting. spent evening reading "David Copperfield by "Dickens." TUESDAY, 13 The team and one hand working on the roads this forenoon, which finishes our statute labour (8 dys) for this year. Father and mother went to Brampton to hear Rev. S. Antliff from England preach, he is a P. Methodist and a useful and able preacher Very cold weather for the season. June, WEDNESDAY, 14 1871 Was plowing in the 3 acre field next the woods across the Etobicoke, it is a stiff sod with a good deal of grass which is hard to cover. Was moving the cedar fence behind the barn, dividing the 15 acre field into 2 equal parts. Spent evening reading David Copperfield. THURSDAY, 15 Was at the same occupation as yesterday. The weather keeps very cool slight frosts at night. Wild and tame strawberries are ripe. A reform meeting in Brampton raised $170 for expenses of the party, gave $3 towards it. Mrs John Snell is here all night. June, FRIDAY, 18 1871 Went to Brampton with this year's clip of wool 275 lbs sold & K.C & Co @ 34 cts per lb had 15 lbs matted wool price for that reduced one third received for whole lot $91.90. Spent evening at practice. This is strawberry season. Aunt Lizzie has a great quantity and is realizing considerable out of the sales 12 1/2 cts per 'qut. SATURDAY, 17 Was plowing all day and finished up the summer fallow the side hill plowing is tiresome work, the hill being so steep that we have to plow around it throwing the furrow down hilll. Sold a 2 yr old steer to Williamson drover, for $50, was very large for his age and in good trim. �June, SUNDAY, 18 1871 Went to S.S. this morning Supt abs. lesson VI Kings 2: 9 - 18 a small attendance and dull. Mr. T.B. Grimshaw is very sick with dropsy and heart disease the doctors have given him up for lost. Heard Rev Mr Stonehouse preach in Brampton, was one of the P.M. ministers, but has joined W.M. Conference - text - Numbers XIV 24th. MONDAY, 19 Was engaged in drilling up the turnip ground and sowing with Swede turnip seed about 2 3/4 acres sowed 6 lb of seed on it. Had a fine red and a little white heifer calf from Roan June, TUESDAY, 20 1871 Was working at the new sheep pen. Put a new plank floor in the horse stable laying crossways on top of the old floor Jane received a letter from J.C. Snell written from Londonderry Ireland shortly after he arrived, he was just 10 days crossing the Atlantic had calm weather all the time. Had a westerly shower. Planted 65 cabbage plants. WEDNESDAY 21 Finished shingling the new sheep pen. Jane walked up to Mr John Snell's and Sarah drove her down this evening. The Peel Battalion (36)th Volunteer returned from Niagara, where there has been 5000 of them drilling for 2 weeks. June, THURSDAY, 22 1871 Was doctoring the sheep's feet went over the whole flock dipping each foot into a solution of bluestone. Spent the afternoon at Robert Carter's barn raising, had a nice lively time. Father took a grist of 10 bush wheat to Maine's new steam grist mill in Brampton. FRIDAY, 23 Commenced haying this morning by cutting 4 acres of clover it is short and thin will not be over a load to the acre. Bought of E. Humphrey's Edmonton a new waggon hay rack $5.00 a new horse rake $4.50 and a new washing machine $4.50. A social to night at W. Broddy, realized $57.00 in aid of the Vestry. �June, SATURDAY, 24 1871 Rain from the East commenced in the night continued till noon. Rev Jas Pearen was here all last night, went to Brampton this morning. Was hauling sand and gravel from the creek for to put a cement floor in the cellar. Drove Jane and her two children up to John Snells this evening for an hour or so. SUNDAY, 25 Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. lesson Mark VIII 31 to 58. Rev A L Russel preached his farewell sermon in Brampton this morning. Rev W. McFadden preach his last sermon this evening - text - VI Timothy IV 7th and 8th verses, a large audience. Spent the afternoon and took tea Viney and I at Guy Bell's. June, MONDAY, 26 1871 Finished cutting with the mower 9 acres of clover. Raked and cocked up 1/3 of it this afternoon. Went to Benefit Concert this evening for Sandy Taylor a blind man? in the Court House. The songs were principally Scotch sang by Jeanie Watson and Miss Maggie Barr, the former having a very powerful voice. TUESDAY, 27 Got home the first grist to the new steam mill Brampton it runs well and does good work. Deposited in the Merchants Bank $125.00 which will draw interest @ 4 per cent after 3 months. Bought 3 barrels of water lime @ $2.00 each. Was putting it on the cellar floor as a cement. June, WEDNESDAY, 28 1871 Was drawing in hay all day hauled 8 loads, stripping the 9 acre clover field, except one small load it is slow work pitching, it being so short but of a very good quality. Mrs W. Joness and brother Mr Rose called here this evening. Jane got a long interesting letter from J.C.S. THURSDAY, 29 Has safely landed in Old England and is enjoying him self thoroughly. Mowed 6 acres of mixed clover and Timothy in the old orchard field. The half yearly examination of Brampton �High School took place to day seven of the neighbours and Bramptoni{an}s started for England today. June, FRIDAY, 30 1871 Was plastering the cellar floor under the house with water lime. Raked and cocked up 6 acres of hay this afternoon. The weather is cool and dry. The bailey is fully shot out and oats just coming. Ant Mary and Viney went to Toronto on the cars. July, SATURDAY, 1 1871 A warm clear day. Went to Toronto on the 9 o'clock train this morning with 2 or 3 companions. Visited the Osgoode Hall and other public buildings. Witnessed a lacrosse game between Montreal Indians and Toronto Club the latter were victors. Had a mile race one of the Indians was the fastest. July, SUNDAY, 2 1871 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson I Samuel XVI 1 to 17. Did not get home from Toronto untill 1:30 o'clock this morning having missed last nights train. Drove Jennie and family up to John Snell's this afternoon for an hour or so. MONDAY, 3 Hauled in 6 loads of hay out of the orchard field. Tried one load to take it off with the horse fork but it would not work well the hay being too short, so that we must give up the use of it for this season. It was a fine hay day. Was at John Campbell's this morning. July, TUESDAY, 4 1871 Commenced raining this morn at 5 A.M. from SE. lasted 3 or 4 hours, also a thunder shower this evening. finished water liming the cellars. {large ink blot} Received a letter from J.C.S. England, lengthy and well written, took it up to John Snell's to night for their perusal, enjoyed the evening well. �WEDNESDAY, 5 Mrs J.C.S and Johnny T went went to Oakville on Monday to Uncle Taylor's. Received yesterday from J.C. a copy of Irish Daily Times printed in Dublin. Mailed the Globe and C. Gentleman to him. Finished mowing the orchard field and drew in 3 more loads making 20. July, THURSDAY, 6 1871. Had a South Rain this afternoon and in the evening a heavy thunder shower the first heavy rain for 2 months. Was fanning a load of wheat for mark{ink blot} sold 41 bush at $1.15. FRIDAY, 7 Commenced cutting our last field of hay of 7 1/2 acres {illegible} it more than half. Went to Brampton this afternoon mailed a Weekly Globe to J.C. Snell. Jane and Viney came home from Oakville where they have been all week brought 22 qts of strawberries, it is the stapl fruit there. July, SATURDAY, 8 1871 Drew in 7 loads of hay to day of excellent quality nearly all Timothy. Mr. Robt Smith spent last evening here. A meeting of Reform delegates in Brampton decided on K. Chisholm to run against J.H. Cameron. SUNDAY, 9 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson Mark IX 30- 47. Heard Rev John Hunt preach at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M. text Matt XVI 28. He is nearly 90 years of age. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach in Brampton text II Kings V 12th. he is stationed on this circuit for a year. A very warm day. July, MONDAY, 10 1871. Finished cutting hay this forenoon. Drew in 4 loads of hay, clearing the orchard field. Father went to Brampton this morning and mailed two letters for England, one from Jennie and the other from me to J.C. Snell. The weather dull and cloudy. Have 7 loads of splendid Timothy hay, fine and sweet. �TUESDAY, 11 Finished up the hay harvest drew in 3 loads, making a total of 35 loads from 32 acres. Commenced cross plowing the summer fallow. Mr. John Hunter brought a letter up from Brampton from J.C.S. to Jennie, he writes very long and interesting letters, Mr. T.B. Grimshaw is dying he has suffered very severely. Died at 10:45 P.M. July, WEDNESDAY, 12 1871. Spent the forenoon on a fishing and berrying excursion to John Snell's Lake, caught only 8 sun fish, it being so very hot we had to give apt at noon. raspberries are rather scarce. Spent evening in Brampton, bought a new S.C. Music Book "The Organ" 50 cts. Jennie and Viney were down getting some fixings for the funeral. THURSDAY, 13 Went to Mr. T.B. Grimshaw's funeral at 1 P.M. buried at the new cemetry Brampton. Rev. W.W. Carson preached a powerful summon from Revelations. ... It is a sad loss to his wife and family and she feels very lonely indeed. Was helping Robert Smith to raise a new shed and cowstable. July, FRIDAY, 14 1871. Finished cross plowing the largest field of fallow. The weather during the past week has been very warm and dry, the wheat harvest started yesterday. Spent the evening at Mrs. King's social, Main sheet Brampton, a very pleasant night and brass band in attendance, not a great many present, realized $23. SATURDAY, 15 Was helping J. Learment cut wheat this afternoon, he has a new self raker. (There has been an unusual number of deaths and accidents this summer. A son of Mr. Lowe's got both arms cut off with a mower. Mr. John Hindle was nearly killed by a bull.) July, SUNDAY, 16 1871. Miss Jessie Thompson died this morn at 3 o'clock after 10 days illness of liver complaint. Was at S. School this morning Supt abs. lesson - 1st Sam XVI 48 to 52. Spent afternoon at Mr. �John Snells in social chat with the Misses Snell. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach to night text - John III - 16th verse, he is an earnest, eloquent preacher. MONDAY, 17 Finished one of J. Learment's wheat fields and commenced our ten acre field. There are only four of us to bind after the reaper making it pretty hard work to keep up to it. The sheaves are tolerably well delivered, but the straw is stiff and hard, sore work for the hands. July, TUESDAY, 18 1871. Finished reaping our fall wheat and shocked part of it up. It is a very good crop, very plump grain and the straw bright, and free from rust. There is considerable waste in shelling out while handling it, being real ripe. Strong, cool north wind and no signs of rain. Spent evening reading, July Repository. WEDNESDAY, 19 Was setting up the remainder of the wheat and helping John Learment finish his wheat cutting. Was hauling away the good and bad rails from before the new board fences, picking out a few of the best of the pieces for fine wood, piling the remainder around old stumps in the fallow. The weather is very cool. July, TUESDAY, 20 1871. Was hauling 10 loads of manure on the 3 acre fallow field, only the high ground needing any as the ground is quite new. Misses Sarah & K.F. Snell were here on a visit this afternoon. Jennie received another letter from J.C.S. written from York, he is getting weary of so much travelling. Father was at Bailey & Co's Show of Wild Animals. FRIDAY, 21 Drew in five loads of wheat in in fine order and will thresh easily. Started cross plowing the smaller fallow, the old sods through it, makes the plowing disagreeable. Went to Choir practice this evening. The first meeting for nearly two months. �July, SATURDAY, 22 1871. Hauled in 5 more loads of wheat today. Had a light shower at noon from N.W. Drove Jennie up to John Snells on Thursday, where she is spending a few days. The weather keeps very cool and dry. SUNDAY, 23 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson Matt XVIII 21 to 35th. Mr. Millard delivered a short address to the scholars about Miss Jessie Thompson's death "She died trusting in Jesus as Saviour". Heard Rev. John Shaw preach at Zion - text - II Timothy {illegible} - 13th. He preached the same sermon in Brampton tonight. July, MONDAY, 24 1871. Was up at sunrise this morning raking wheat stubble with the swath rake, drawn by hand sweeping about six feet. Finished drawing in the wheat, 13 loads of sheaves and 1 load of rakings. A very warm day. TUESDAY, 25 Was hauling old rails and building a temporary fence beside the pea field on the "other place" for a lane to pasture the back field. Mr. Fletcher Dyer from Michigan came here at noon after an absence of 3 years. he looks well his cheerful face reminds us of old times. July, WEDNESDAY, 26 1871. Was hoeing turnips this forenoon they are a nice average crop. Commenced cutting barley this afternoon. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. John Snell's, Mr. J.F. Dyer was there, with singing and lively conversation, it brought to remembrance old times and associations. THURSDAY, 27 Had a fine shower last night reviving somewhat the face and aspect of Nature. Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Campbell came here this evening to spend a day on two, it is nearly a year since they were here before, so that they are very welcome visitors. Mr. Dyer left here this morning for home again. �July, FRIDAY, 28 1871. Still engaged at thinning out and hoeing turnips, not doing any harvesting on account of dull weather. Jennie got another letter from J.C. Snell he was to sail yesterday from England. Alick and I drove up to Mr. Craigs tonight for Jennie where she has been staying a while. SATURDAY, 29 Spent the day reaping and cocking up barley. Mrs. and Mrs. A.F. Campbell started for home which is Mt. Charles Toronto township. The weather is dull and cloudy, looking very much like rain but it does not come. An interesting tale in "Peel Banner" for last two months called "The Brave boys Peril" July, SUNDAY, 30 1871. A dull, warm and oppresive day. Drove Jennie, Aunt Mary and Jennie Peacock over to the 3rd line east to Mr. Isaac Modeland's and was there untill evening. It is not a good way to spend the Sabbath in visiting friends and especially those that are not professing Christians. MONDAY, 31 Finished cutting the barley. Cradled a swath around the oat field. Drew in the early peas out of the young orchard; 12 loads. Drove Vinie and Jennie and the babies down to A.F. Campbells this evening sat up late and enjoyed ourselves with social chat and converse. Ordered 2 pairs of long boots at Coyne's. August, TUESDAY, 1 1871. Was up early, took breakfast at 6 o'clock, reached home at 8 o'clock. Paid for weaving a new rag carpet at Atkinsons" Brampton $2.90. Saw a copy of "London Weekly Advertiser". it is the neatest and cheapest paper published in Ontario ($1.00 a year). Was hauling in barley, brought in 5 loads in good condition. WEDNESDAY, 2 Took the lambs away from the ewes yesterday and put them on the clover and started feeding trim peas. Finished drawing in barley, it is about half a crop. Jennie received another letter �from J.C.S. written from London, he is getting homesick, is seeing many wonderful sights. A very hot day, 90°. August, THURSDAY, 3 1871. Started reaping the oats yesterday and commenced binding them to day, rather a light crop, pretty short and none too ripe, cut and bound 4 acres. It was a very sultry day, thermometer 95° in the shade. The harvest apples are ripe, have only a few this year, a great many apples have worms in the core. FRIDAY, 4 Two of us and the team were at E. Bunting's threshing all day, J. Cation's machine, the fall wheat turned out well and a splendid sample. Spent evening reading newspapers. Another hot and dry day. August SATURDAY, 5 1871. Finished cutting and binding the oats, and set them up. Uncle Taylor, wife and family came here from Oakville, with a livery team and spring waggon, are going to stay until Monday. they come after Jimie. They have five children 3 girls and 2 boys. Was at John Snell's early this morning. SUNDAY, 6 Drove Uncle Taylors fine team of Indian ponies to S. School this morning, Supt prlesent. lesson - Luke - IX 51 to 62. Mr T. Jordan examined the school on the lesson. Went to Mr. B. Watson's creek at 5 P.M. to the baptism by immersion of J. Cation and R. Thompon a large crowd present. August, MONDAY, 7 1871. Was cutting peas all day. They are a very good crop considering the dryness of the season, but have not ripened evenly, so that the highest ground has to be cut first. Uncl Taylor started for home at 4 P.M. It was so smoky that one could not see plainly across the fields. �TUESDAY, 8 Was at the same work as yesterday, about half the field pulled to night. Drove Jennie and Viney down to Brampton to night to see Howe's English Circus and Menagerie, there was a great crowded present, but it was not as good as the advertisement and the people were disappointed. August, WEDNESDAY, 9 1871. Had to draw water from the Etobicoke for washing purposes the cistern being dry, Drew in the oats to day, 7 loads, a splendid quality of straw. Very smoky weather so much so that it affects one's eyes. Aunt Mrs. Trueman is here all t night. Another letter from J.C.S. THURSDAY, 10 Sent the team and one hand to A. Woodhall's threshing. Was pulling peas all day. Mrs. John Snell spent the afternoon here - they have received another letter from J.C.S. He sailed from Liverpool on 4th August on the "Germany". August, FRIDAY, 11 1871. Mr Arch. Bunting was here pulling peas all day. Was drawing in peas, hauled 10 loads, will have over 3 loads to the acre. Sold 3 lambs 1 ewe and 2 bucks to John Snell for $40. Spent the evenig at Choir Practice, Brampton. A warm close day. A.B. finished the peas at noon. SATURDAY, 12 Finished the pea pulling at noon to day. Hauled in 9 loads of peas, had J. Learments hired boy helping us in the mow. When J.C.S. wrote his last letter he was visiting in Devonshire, his father's native place. The weather continues dry and smoky. August, SUNDAY, 13 1871. Drove to Brampton this morning. Heard Rev J. Shaw - text - Malachi III, 9 and 10. The sacrament of the Lord's Supper was administered at the close of preaching service. Drove Jennie and family around to visit her own house on the 1st line. Rev J. Brooks baptized William Snell by immersion in creek. Heard J. P. Craig preach in Brampton at 6 P.M., text Luke IX 13th verse. �MONDAY, 14 Commenced marking out the summer fallow into ridges 22 ft wide, using 3 cedar poles 11 ft long, neatly smoother and rounded, nearly 2 inches in diameter made from a cedar rail. Drew in 5 more loads of peas this afternoon. Received from Mr. Jordan, Agent the book I subscribed for in April, "The History of Prussia and the late war." August, TUESDAY, 15 1871. Finished harvest for this year this morning by bringing in the two last loads of peas, making 26 loads off the 8 acres. Had a heavy thunder shower at 2 PM which was very acceptable. Finished marking out the fallow. Jennie received another letter from J.C.S. giving a most interesting account of his travels in Devonshire his fathers native place. the letter is 12 pages of closely written note paper. WEDNESDAY, 16 Started cross plowing the pea land with two teams, it works well on the knolls but At the low places where it was plowed wet in the spring; it is now very hard and lumpy. Miss Sarah Peacock came from Toronto she is sick with a kind of dyspepsia. August, THURSDAY, 17 1871. Was at the same work as yesterday and with the same force, considerable trouble with bumble bees having their nests under the old sod. Mailed two letters one to Uncle Adam and Uncle Thomas, H - Carthage-. Sister Viney had two front teeth filled with gold by W.K. Graham price. $3.0O. FRIDAY, 13 At the same work as yesterday. Father went to Brampton and received the news by telegraph of J.C. Snell's & J.R. Craigs arrival yesterday at Quebec by steam ship "Germany". Went to practice this evening. Received my pair of fine boots from J. Coyne - price - $5.25, not yet paid. �August, SATURDAY, 19 1871. Finished the crossplowing at noon to day. Was horse hoing the turnips this afternoon, they are growing slowly. The weather is dry, and cool at nights. Miss Jennie Peacock is here all night. A telegram from J.C.S. stating that they had reached Cornwall and would be to Brampton on Monday. SUNDAY, 20 Went to S.S. this morning. Supt abs (on account of the illness of his daughter who liv in Toronto) - lesson Luke XIX 25-31. Rev W Shaw preached at Zion at 2 1/2 o'clock. Preached in Brampton this evening - text - I Kings XX - 21st verse. Had a good heavy rain this afternoon. August, MONDAY, 21 1871. Was rolling and harrowing the pea ground, the lumps are very hard to crush. J.C. Snell arrived this morning at 2 A.M. very much fatigued but looking well and hearty. The stock arrived safe, except one sheep which died on the Atlantic. He has 15 sheep, 12 Berkshires and one Short Horn Yearling Bull all of first quality and in good order. TUESDAY, 22 J.C.S was here all last night. He brought some nice presents for his little family. Was to Brampton this morning and brought Aunt Lizzie up on a visit. Was hauling manur in the pea ground. August WEDNESDAY, 23 1871. Finished drawing manure on the pea land. Commenced ridging up the summer fallow it is in fine order. Father, mother and sister Rilly started for Scarboro with the buggy to visit Uncle George Burke and family. J.C. Snell moved away his things and they are starting house keeping again. �THURSDAY, 24 Was at the same work as yesterday but have only one team at work. Sent one man to John Woodhall's threshing Mr G. Crawford spent the day here, he is good company having travelled a great deal, is well informed. Very warm yesterday and today. August, FRIDAY, 25 1871. Continued the ridging until tea time, then went to Brampton to the Practice. Visited J.E. Wood's Barber shop and had my hair docked off once more. Bought a pair of coarse boots price $4.50. Our folks came home from Scarboro, and left the folks down there in good health and spirits. SATURDAY, 26 Was up at Mr. John Snell's farm House this forenoon inspecting the late importation and valuable additions to their flocks and herds. Had a nice rain from the East this afternoon. Miss Jane Dixon came here from Amaranth yesterday, she is starting out in the world to make her own living at 15. August, SUNDAY, 27 1871. Rain continued all (night) (last). Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. - lesson 1 Samuel XXIV 16 to 22. J.C. Snell and J.R. Craig were there, for the first time since their arrival home. Took dinner at J.C.S. and spent the afternoon there. Was engaged this evening in filling up the S. School Class Books for next two months. MONDAY, 28 Was using the plow and road scraper in making the old ditch across the pea land wider and deeper. Marked it out into ridges 22 ft wide. An extensive fire in Brampton last night on North side of Queen St. burning several sheds and stores. AUGUST, TUESDAY, 29 1871. Was ridging with two teams. Had a shower last night and some more rain to day putting the ground in a good state of cultivation and freshening the grass. spent evenig reading Hist of Prussia. �WEDNESDAY, 30 Was at the same work as yesterday and nearly finished the field. Had a sunshower this evening and a fine double rainbow. Spent the evening reading the same as last night. August, THURSDAY, 31 1871. Went to E. Buntings by sunrise this morning for 10 bush of Soules Wheat for seed. Sowed the 8 acre pea field with 15 bush of evenly mixed Soules and Diehl wheat. The ground is in good order. Very cool all day, bright moonlight tonight. September, FRIDAY 1871 Finished the harrowing, furrowing, shovelling of the 8 acre field of wheat on the "other place." Spent the evening at Choir practice. The scholars of the W.M. S. School, Brampton were practicing in the early part of the evening for their anniversary. Bought 50 lbs of Timothy seed of K.C. & Co @ $4.00. September , SATURDAY, 2 1871. Was sowing the summer fallow with Diehls wheat except 2 bush of Soules, which was sowed pure altogether sowed 11 1/2 bush on the larger field. Sowed the Timothy with some white clover mixed on the fallow at the rate of 6 lbs to an acre. SUNDAY, 3 Went to S. School this morning. Rev Jas Brooks present in Supt absence - lesson - Luke X - 38 to 42 Heard. Rev W.W. Carson preach at Zion at 2 1/2 PM - text - John XV - 7. A larger audience than usual. Heard same preacher in Brampton tonight - text - Matt IV - 3 & 4th. J.C. Snell and family were here for tea. September, MONDAY, 4 1871. Was ridging up the smaller fallow of 3 acres with two teams, did not quite finish it. Went to Brampton this evening and recieved a letter from Uncle T. J. Harrington, they are well and in receipt of our letter of August. Bought a pocket pen holder and anti corrosive pens. �TUESDAY, 5 Finished up the fall seeding by sowing the 3 acre field, seeded it also with timothy. there is a great deal of dry grassy sods through the field giving it a rough aspect. Yesterday and today have been very warm at 85° in the shade. September, WEDNESDAY, 6 1871. Was cutting the 9 acre field of second crop of clover, next to Mr. Wiggins farm, with the mower and platform, raking it off in by hand in bunches at regular intervals, it is only a light crop, but is filled with good seed. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snells. THURSDAY, 7 Took away from their dams the only 6 ewe lambs of this year and put them in a field by themselves and will feed them grain. Was fanning wheat and preparing a grist and some chopping. Very cool tonight. Receive{blot or tear} from J.C.S. yesterday $16 for my services in enrolling the Militia last winter. September, FRIDAY, 8 1871. Took a grist of 14 1/2 bush wheat and 6 bags of peas and chess, to J.W. Maine's Grist Mill. Was engaged in burning up and clearing the flats of old logs and rubbish. Bought a new cast arm and boxing for the waggon axle the old one being broken right around, price $1.25. SATURDAY, 9 Was making and hanging a thrible door on the back side of the new sheep pen. Was drawing the second crop of clover in to barn, had only one large load. The weather is warm and dry. A great cloud of smoke came from the N.W. at 5 oclock this evening making quite dark and severe on the eyes. September, SUNDAY, 10 1871. Went to S. School this morning Supt pres, lesson - 1Sam XXX 1st to end of chap. We sang some peices out of the S. School Organ. Took tea this evening at Mrs. Trueman's. Dawson Modeland is going to live in New York in the course of a month. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach at 6 PM text - Luke XVII, 41 & 42. He is an eloquent preacher. �MONDAY, 11 Was hauling manure on the oat stubble for turnip crop next year drew 78 loads. It was a very warm day. The Union Camp Meeting commences at Norval, Brampton, Georgetown, and Steetsville, Circuits. September, TUESDAY, 12 1871. Was threshing peas with 2 span of horses treading the peas out on the barn floor. It is a great deal speedier way than threshing with the flail, and not half as hard work. Spent evening reading Hist of France-Prussian War. WEDNESDAY, 13 Was winnowing the peas we threshed yesterday, 38 bush, weighing 65 lbs per bush. Father and mother started for the Camp Meeting at Norval, but the horse kicked and broke the shafts and dashboard of the buggy. They came home and took the waggon, the accident happened 2 miles from home. September, THURSDAY, 14 1871. Was engaged yesterday afternoon and today in helping Mr. J. Heath to thresh. Our folks were at Camp Meeting all day came home this evening. It is held in Mr Foster's Pine woods, south of Norval. Had a sharp frost last night and was very cool today. FRIDAY, 15 Rain from the East for 12 hours, it was very much needed for the success of the fall wheat and pasturage. Drove to Brampton this afternoon and settled J. Coyne's shoe Bill $11.00. Received a letter from Uncle Adam. Winnowed 22 bush of peas making 60 bush threshed. September, SATURDAY, 16 1871. Sold a load of wheat 47 bush to K. Chisholm & Co @ $1.26 per bush. Received cash $59.60. Rev T. Jeffers died at the Camp Meeting at Norval on Thursday of appoplexy. �SUNDAY, 17 Drove a span of horses and buggy containing five of us to Norval to the Camp Meeting. Heard 3 good practical sermons from Rev's Jones, Carson, and Shaw. There was a large crowd of people present. It is a nice close pine woods making it comfortable today as there was a cold North wind. September, MONDAY, 18 1871. Drew 72 bush of Diehl wheat of last year's growth to Brampton sold to K. Chisholm & Co @ $1.25 also 15 bush of spring wheat inferior quality @ $1.13 per bush received cash for the whole $108.10 total amount received for all old wheat on hand $167.80. Had a very severe white frost last night very cool all day. TUESDAY, 19 Went to the camp meeting again to bring our folks home. The meeting broke up about 2 o'clock all the people dispersing to their homes. The whole morning's exercises were a public love feast and prayer meeting which were very interesting and profitable, there was a large number of converts. September, WEDNESDAY, 20 1871. Finished hauling the manure from barnyard, it being now entirely clear, drew 7 or 8 loads of the finest and scattered over the timothy meadow. Sold 2 ewe lambs to Mr Chambers of Caledon @ $10 each. Bought 50 lbs of timothy seed @ $4.00. Gathered the ripe fall apples. THURSDAY, 21 Cross plowed the little orchard about one acre. Sowed 40 lbs of timothy seed on 9 acre clover field of last year's seeding. the clover is pretty thin so that there will be room for the timothy. Father, mother, Viney and I drove down this evening to Brampton W.M. S. School Anniversary, not a very large attendance. �September, FRIDAY, 22 1871. Heard Revs A. Sutherland and W.W. Ross of Toronto deliver good addresses at last nights meeting. Was threshing at J. Learments all day. J.C. Snell and J.G Snell with their men and stock started for Kingston Exhibition this morning. Bought of John Snell their 5 yr old ram "Champion" (Cotswold) @ $75. SATURDAY, 23 Commenced threshing at noon at our place with J. Cation's machin{ink blot}. threshed the barley and part of the oats, have considerably more than 100 bush of barley. Put both straw and chaff in the mow together. A warm pleasant day. September, SUNDAY, 24 1871. Spent the forenoon at S. School. Supt pres. lesson - II Samuel VI 1 to 17th. A very interesting subject. Received from Mr. Millar the circular of 8th Prov. Convention of S. School Workers to be held in London 10th 11th 12th of October. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at 6 P.M. text - Deuteronomy XXIX - 9th verse. MONDAY, 25 Finished our threshing of grain for this year in less than 1 1/2 dys, the grain has yielded a pretty fair return of heavy plump bright grain, paid the threshers $8.50. September, TUESDAY, 26 1871. Was winnowing a load of barley for market. Drove up to Mr. John Snell's this afternoon and bought home the $75 ram. Miss Kezia Snell came down here this evening for to go to Mrs. W. Elliott's social which was quite a success, realized $25. Had a large quantity of rain last night. WEDNESDAY, 27 Commenced the Fall plowing in the oat stubble ground intended for turnips and barley next year, it works up fine and damp. Westerly showers prevailed throughout the day, cold dismal weather for the season. �September, THURSDAY, 28 1871. Was plowing all day with two teams. A large quantity of grain going to market. K. Chisholm & Co bought 7000 bushels of wheat and barley today @ $1.20 and 57 cts per bush. John Snell & Sons were very successful at Kingston this week taking over $800 in prizes. FRIDAY, 29 Was engaged in washing the ram lambs and fixing them up for the Country Show. Our 6 yr old Cotswold ram "Billy" died today from some disease in the head. Spent the evening at Choir Practice singing from the S. School Organ. A splendid moonlight night. September, SATURDAY, 30 1871. Finished plowing the oat stubble and shovelled the cross drains through it. Sold a ram lamb to Mr Henderson of 2nd line west Chinguacousey at $9.00. A fine warm day. The weather during the present month has been immensely cold for the season and severe frosts. The woods present a very gay appearance of variety of colors. October, SUNDAY, 1 1871. Spent the forenoon at S. School. Supt pres. lesson - Luke XXI 13 to 22. J.C. Snell arrived here this morning at 2 A.M. from Kingston in good health and spirits starts tomorrow for Hamilton. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach at Zion - text - Deut. XXX - 24th Heard the same at Brampton - text - Issiah LII 14th and 15th. October, MONDAY, 2 1871. First day of the County's Agric. Society's show in Brampton. the ground is greatly enlarged and improved, a fine new horse ring enclosed with a picket fence. There is a good show especially in grain and vegetables. Had a gentleman visitor from McGillvary to see ourl live stock. A very warm day. TUESDAY, 3 Showery morning but a fine afternoon. Spent the day at the County Fair. There was a large crowd of people in attendance. The show of live stock especially hogs was very good, there �bring a lively competition in all the classes. We took 2nd prize for ram lamb and 3rd prize for aged ram. The demand for sheep was very limited, only sold one lamb to Mr Coony @ $10. October, WEDNESDAY, 4 1871. Harvested the potato crop today, have about 27 bush of Garnet Chilis' and 8 bush of Gleason's, Early Rose, Early Goodwich and the White Potatoes, 35 bush in all a slim turn out indeed for 1/2 acre are all fine. large sound potatoes so far, good. Was to 2 letters to Missouri one to Carthage and to Streetsville. THURSDAY, 5 Sold 56 bush of Diehls and Soules wheat @ $1.28 per bush to K. C. & Co, received for sheepskin and calfskin $1.60. Mr. Thomas Graham of Brampton was buried today, died of typhoid fever. Spent part of the evening at Willow Lodge. A warm close day, thunder and lightning this evening. October, FRIDAY, 6 1871. Sold 54 bush of same kind of wheat as yesterday at same price. Settled K. Chisholm's Store bill of $50. Mr James Thompson spent the afternoon here, he is going to Missouri next week. J.G. Snell borrowed 4 bush of peas. Housed in two barrow pigs for to fatten for the knife. SATURDAY, 7 Father went to Toronto this morning to buy the tickets for Missouri, which cost $44 for two tickets, also bought $100 worth of greenbacks $114.00 also $100 gold, taking $200 of Canadian money altogether. Bo't in Toronto a trunk @ $2.75. Was engaged in digging post holes. October, SUNDAY, 8 1871. J.C. Snell arrived here at 6 A.M. from Guelph much wearied. Dawson Modeland spent the forenoon and took dinner here. Him and I walked down to W.M. S. School in Brampton at 2 P.M., there is a large attendance, over 150 and an interesting school. Took tea at J.W. Main's residence. Rev W.W. Carson preached at 6 P.M. text - Romans XIV 21st. A temperance sermon. �MONDAY, 9 Sold 2 ram lambs to J.C. Snell at $15 and $10 each. Took the best one down to Brampton at 7 o'clock A.M. for to ship to Guelph to the Central Fair. Was repairing the yard pump putting in new valves. also building board fence. The weather is very warm. October, TUESDAY, 10 1871. Drove father and mother down to the depot at 8 A.M. to start on their journey to Missouri. Was harvesting the apple crop have only three barrels of hand picked of winter apples and two barrels of soft apples, total 5 barrels, a small lot indeed. Bought a pump from Brown of Glen William's at $8.40. WEDNESDAY, 11 Viney and I went to Guelph this morning via G.T. Railway to the Central Fair held there on the 10th 11th and 12th inst, it was nearly equal in magnitude to the Provincial Fairs, and the quantity of live stock, implmnt and Arts was surprising, there was 15,000 persons at the show today. Came home on the evening train. October, THURSDAY, 12 1871. Went to blacksmith's to get some harness repaired and and to get the piston rod of the pump by lengthened. A fearful fire took place in Chicago on Monday last, destroying all the finest and largest buildings and some hundreds of people perished in the flames. A great many fires occurring on account of the dry weather. FRIDAY, 13 J. Learment and I measured the size of every field on the 200 acres with a 4 rod tape line, finding that most of them were contained less acres than we thought for before measuring. Commenced plowing the fall wheat stubble. Spent the evening at Choir Practice. Cold frosty night. �October, SATURDAY, 14 1871. Went to J.W. Main's Grist Mill with 8 bags of barley, peas and oats for chopping. Bought 1/2 pint of spirits of turpentine, to use some of it for my right arm which is sprained. Slight westerly showers prevailed all day SUNDAY, 15 Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. {Superintendant present} lesson - Luke XVI 35 to 45. Miss K.F. Snell presided at melodeon. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion text - Isaiah XXXIII 21st, it was the Missionary Anniversary sermon Mr Thomas Holtby preached in Brampton to night Luke X - 20th verse. A very windy day October, MONDAY, 16 1871 Was helping Erastus Bunting thresh with team and two hands. There are serious fires in several places in the township in the woods, every thing is so dry that fire spreads rapidly. Spent the evening writing a letter to father and mother in Missouri. TUESDAY, 17 Was ridging the little orchard ground into lands 11 ft wide. Mr & Mrs J.C. Snell called here this morning on their way to Toronto for two days. Went to Choir practice this evening only a slim attendance the leader being absent. October, WEDNESDAY, 18 1871. Was at the same work as yesterday and finished it. Drove Mrs J. C. S. {Snell} and family up to her home this evening. The weather is dry and cool THURSDAY, 19 Was plowing all day with two teams in the fall wheat stubble ground, Pretty warm weather with a high wind to night. Spent evenig reading the weekly papers �October, FRIDAY, 20 1871 Finished plowing the fall wheat stubble ground of 9 1/2 ar {acres} Received a letter from father, Stewartsville Missouri stating that they had arrived safe in two days and nights travel and are rather disappointed in the appearance of the country. Spent the evening at Choir Practice. SATURDAY, 21 Had a call from a gentleman living near Ottawa wanting to buy improved stock, priced some things to him but made no sales. Received from Mr A. Woodhall $7.50 for value received by - "Clifton". Had a visit this evening from Misses Campbell and Westervelt A fine warm day. October, SUNDAY, 22 1871 Spent the morning at S. School Supt. pres. lesson II Samuel XII 1 to 14th. Was at Mr John Snell's this afternoon practising some familiar tunes for the Missionary Meeting at Zion Took tea at J.C Snell's. Heard Rev A. Sutherland preach in Brampton, text Ezekiel XXXVII 7 to 10. A very able sermon MONDAY, 23 The smoke is so dense that any object more than 100 yards distant is invisible. Spent the afternoon at A Woodhall's threshing. Went to Brampton to the Annual Missionary Meeting excellent addresses by Revs. A Sutherland, Joel Briggs and John {Brooks?}. The Choir received great praise for their services. October, TUESDAY, 24 1871 Was picking stones off the meadows, have gone over 22 acres getting a considerable quantity thereof. Paid R. Quin's blacksmith's bill $4.50. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snell's, he has gone to Quebec to "Cochrane's" Sale of Stock. Was repairing their melodeon. WEDNESDAY, 25 Commenced topping the turnips with the hand hoe, beheaded 1/4th of them and drew the leaves off to feed to the cattle. Rainy looking all day, a cold east wind, had a slight shower this evening. Had another litter of Berkshires {pigs} 8 in number. �October, THURSDAY, 26 1871. Drew in 6 loads of turnips and stowed them away in the driving house cellar. They are small, but solid and heavy. Had a heavy thunder shower at 4 P.M. which was quite a treat to see after so much dry weather. Sold 2 ewes to J. Learment @ $5.50 ea FRIDAY, 27 Was at the same work as yesterday and have in 10 loads of Turnips. Revs. Shaw, and Philips of Orangeville took tea here this evening and were the speakers at the Zion Missionary Meeting to night, there were about 30 people present. raised about $27 at the Meeting October, SATURDAY, 28 1871. Drew in 5 or 6 more loads of turnips, also hauling the tops for the cattle which are very fond of them. Was at Brampton this afternoon and had a chat with A. F. Campbell they have an addition to their family of a young daughter. Received from Co. Peel Agric Society $3.00 prizes on Cotswold sheep SUNDAY, 29 Was at S. School this morning Supt. pres and his daughter Mrs Will to introduce some new music for the anniversary. Heard Rev Mr Carson preach at Zion text Zechariah - III 1st 5 verses. The Rev gentleman took tea at our place this evening and heard him preach same sermon in Brampton. October, MONDAY, 30 1871. Finished topping the turnips with the hoes and drew off the leaves for the cattle. Spent the evening at Ebenezer practising music for the anniversary out of a new book "Pure Gold" published in New York, it contains all new music prepared expressly for the "book". Fair warm weather. TUESDAY, 31 Drew in 7 loads of turnips making 22 in all, harvested. Cold East wind and raining this evening steadily, The weather during the past month has been very fine for the season little rain and frost. Spent the evening at home filling up the S. Scholl Class books. �November, WEDNESDAY, 1 1871. Spent the day at the Tp Chinguacousy Plowing Match on Lot 19 Centre Road on the farm of John Giffen in which there were 30 teams plowing, nearly all doing first-class work although the ground was dry and hard. J. Featherstone took the first prize. Spent evening at S. School practice THURSDAY, 2 Received last night a letter from father dated Carthage Oct 24th. Finished up the turnip harvest, have about 850 bush. Killed a ewe lamb and dressed it for meat, repaid E. Bunting with 24 lb of it for value received 3 mo's ago. Spent evening practising at home the S. School tunes. November, FRIDAY, 3 1871. Was clearing the door yard of old rails and sticks and converting them into stove wood. Mr. G Crawford spent the day and evening here. Drove to Brampton expecting to meet the folks from Missouri but they did not arrive. Spent evening at Ebenezer practice. SATURDAY, 4 Commenced plowing the turnip ground into 33 ft ridges, it is fine and dry. Was at Brampton again this evening. Quite a cold day. November, SUNDAY, 5 1871. Went to S. School this morning - Supt. pres - lesson II Sam. XV, 19 to 30 - Supt read an address by Ralph Wells of New York on S. School teachers' duties and importance of prayer and preparing the lesson. Heard Rev W. W. Carson in Brampton to night, text, Haggai II 4 & 5th verses. A very cold night. MONDAY, 6 The sharp frost of last night nearly stopped the plough, making it work rather flakey. Spent the evening at practice at Ebenezer. Kept a flock of sheep over night blonging to Ohio men numbering 150. �November, TUESDAY, 7 1871. Sold one pair of ewe lambs and 3 ram lambs to the Ohio men @ $10 each and $16 for last 3 making $36, also $1.00 for 2 bush oats. Spent the forenoon in decorating Zion Church with evergreens for the party this evening, Had a large crowd at the tea meeting and enjoyed the evening well WEDNESDAY, 8 Address were delivered by Revs Carson, Thompson and Brooke. Realized {faded text, $43.?}. Spent the forenoon in cleaning out the churches and putting things in order withe assistance of some other gents. Messrs R.J. Nichols, S. Bunting and Miss G. Westervelt spent the evening here in chat and fun November, THURSDAY, 9 1871. Father and mother came home this morning at 6'oclock from Missouri, tired and sleepy having travelled 2 days and 3 nights, have seen a great many wonderful sights, and think it a very fine country brought home some presents and curiosities sweet potatoes and several kinds of nuts FRIDAY, 10 A drizzling rain and sleet from the East cold and wintry. Sold yesterday 3 ewes 5 yr old to William Keyworth @ $5.33 1/3 each and took his note for amount due in eleven months. Was engaged today in making a gate for barn yard. November, SATURDAY, 11 1871. Dressed a 4 yr old ewe for mutton and took 1/4 to 22 lbs to W. Campbell of No 10 and settled the blacksmith's bill of $4.35. Went to Brampton and bought 25 lbs of 3 inch cut nails @ 4 cts, some window glass and a buggy whip @ 50cts. Mr John Mason arrived here from North Missouri in good health and spirits SUNDAY, 12 Spent the forenoon at S. School Rev Jas Brooks present - lesson - John X - 1 to 18th -Mrs Wills of Toronto presided at the melodeon. Heard Rev John Shaw at Zion at 2 1/2 PM. text �Prov XIII 7&8. J.C. Snell and family spent the day here also Misses Sarah and Jennie Peacock. Heard same sermon in Brampton to night November, MONDAY, 13 1871. Completed the close board fence enclosing the sheep yard. Making a sett of 11 ft bars for convenience in hauling manure. Went to Brampton to night and became a member of Safeguard Temple of I. O. G. {Independent Order of the Good} Templars. there 70 members. Commenced feeding and stabling the cattle on the 10 inst. have 16 head TUESDAY, 14 Steady rain all day from the East. Was engaged in making eavestroughs out of 4 X 4 scantling (pine) with the axe, gouging it out in a triangular shape, put them on the sheep pen eaves conducting the water in to the well. Commenced feeding Clifton on the 11 inst for beef November, WEDNESDAY, 15 1871. About midnight the rain turned to snow and to day the ground is white with 3 or 4 inches of snow, cold and blustering and freezing hard towards night. Went to Brampton and ordered a new suit of grey tweed @ $17.00. Spent evening reading the "Soprano" a Yankee Story which came from Carthage Missouri. THURSDAY, 16 A public holiday set apart by law specially for Thanksgiving and praise to God for the bountiful harvest. There was service in all the Churches in Brampton. Spent the day at J.C. Snell's in chat and select reading. Very cold north wind all day and freezing, there is very fair sleighing. November, FRIDAY, 17 1871. Our folks drove to Brampton in a sleigh, but it was tough going as it is thawing quite fast. Went to John R Craig's to repair Mrs Grimshaw{s} melodeon there were several reeds stopped. Spent evening at Choir practice. Mr Mason and father spent afternoon at James Thompson's on lot 14 4th line East �Saturday, 18 Dressed a Berkshir hog weighing 254 lbs, very fat. Was engaged in digging post holes. Was at Mr John Snell's a short time this afternoon. Spent evening making preparations for Sunday. November, SUNDAY, 19 1871. Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson, II Sam, XVIII, Took dinner and spent the afternoon at J.C. Snell's in social chat and music with the Misses Snell. Heard Rev John Shaw preach in Brampton, text, Proverbs X. 9th. MONDAY, 20 Drove Aunt Mary Peacock to G. T. R. depot at Brampton on the way to Toronto. Was engaged in setting fence posts. Spent the evening at teacher's Meeting at Ebenezer. Mr Mason is here all night. November, TUESDAY, 21 1871. Finished constructing a board fence, along the lane back of the lower shed, cleared away the old rails and banked up the new fence. A slight mizzle all day from the West WEDNESDAY, 22 Was engaged in turnpiking the lane leading down to the Etobicoke, rounding it nicely and leaving a ditch on either side to carry off the surplus water. J.C. Snell and family took dinner and tea here, they gave us a present of a barrel of nice apples. Father took a chopping grist of 9 bags to J. W. Mains Mill, peas oats and barley November, THURSDAY, 23 1871. Purchased for market 10 turkeys and 7 ducks, sold to K. C. & Co, @ 7cts per lb. turkeys weighing 94 lbs - and @ 25 cts each. Rebuilt the "Carter line fence". Drew 3 loads of forest leaves for bedding the stock from the lower bush. A cold frosty day, the ground frozen so hard that the plow is stopped �FRIDAY, 24 Was chopping cord wood in the lower bush for fuel. Had quite a brisk snow storm this morning but it turned to rain and melted the most of it. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, one of the old members was present Robert Morton who has been absent for 5 months, he is a good musician. November, SATURDAY, 25 1871 Received yesterday a letter from Uncle Adam Ferguson. Drove Aunt Mary over to 3rd line East to Isaac Modeland. Took dinner there, drove to Brampton this evening and bought a new suit of grey tweed at $17.00. Paid $1.00 to W.A. Mitchell for cleaning my watch. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's. SUNDAY, 26 Walked down from J.C.S. this morning and wrote a letter to Thomas Mason, the first time I have ever written him. Heard Rev W.W. Carson at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M. text -Romans VIII 29th and 30th, a right good sermon. Heard the same in Brampton to night. November, MONDAY, 27 1871 Was engaged in splitting basswood rails, manufactured 77 rails. Spent the evening at the I.O.G. Templar's Lodge "Safeguard Temple" about 70 members present had a fine lively meeting. Bro W.W. Carson gave an account of his trip to Grand Lodge at Belleville. Aunt Mrs. Taylor came here this evening from Oakville. TUESDAY, 28 A very sharp frost, thermometer sank to Zero. Mr. John Mason and Aunt Mrs. Peacock were married at our place @ 1 o'clock by Rev John Shaw. J.C. Snell and Mrs. J.C.S. stood up with them during the ceremonies. Drove them to G.T.R. Depot at 5 P.M. going to Toronto for a trip. Very cold weather. �November, WEDNESDAY, 29 1871 Mrs Taylor left here for Oakville via Railway. Was chopping cord wood all day, spent the evening at the protracted meeting in Hope Chapael. Rev Mr Thompson P. Methodist preached, text - Acts, Paul's sermon to Felix. Mr and Mrs Mason are here from Toronto. TUESDAY, 30 Was at the same work as yesterday. The weather continues frosty and very cold, the mercury keeping down to zero. Took a span of horses to Edmonton and had them sharp shod on fore feet. Mr and Mrs Robert Nichols spent the evening here. December, FRIDAY, 1 1871 Was engaged in sawing a dry beach about 2 1/2 ft across the stump with J. Learment's cross cut saw, spent the evening at Choir Practice. Bought a new suit of grey tweed of K. Chisholm & Co. @ $17.00 a close fitting sack coat. Saturday, 2 Was sawing a large hemlock tree over 3 ft into 2 ft lengths. Took a grist of 12 bush of wheat to J. W. Main Mill. The weather has turned milder again. December, SUNDAY, 3 1871 Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. lesson I Chronicles XXVII 1 to 16. Sang from the New S. School Organ's for the first time in the School. Father and mother & Mr and Mrs Peacock spent the afternoon at J.C. Snell's. Heard Rev C. Clement from Streetsville preach in Brampton tonight - text - Luke XVIII 13th. MONDAY, 4 Dressed for pork an 8 months old Berkshire weighing 156 lbs, making with the one killed 2 weeks ago 410 lbs. Settled R. Crawford's acc on wages $37.00. Mr and Mrs Mason are busy packing up for the West. Rev W. Millard and J.C. Snell took tea here to night. Spent the evening at the Teacher's Meeting at No 15. �December, TUESDAY, 5 1871 Father drove the folks starting for Missouri to G.T.R. Depot and their baggage, 3 boxes weighing 363 lbs, all over 200 lbs they will have to pay for as extra luggage. They took Matilda Peacock along with them. Bought a barrel of Goderich salt @ $1.70. A very cold day. WEDNESDAY, 6 Finished chopping cord wood in the lower bush have some 12 cords chopped Had a visit from Mrs Guy Bell. The evening closed in with a South West snow storm. December, THURSDAY, 7 1871 Spent the afternoon in Brampton. Had a short chat with Dawson Modeland who has just returned from New York, has seen a great many fine sights. Ordered the manufacture of an overcoat at K. Chisholm's to cost $12.50 of brown beaver. Have hardly enough snow to make sleighing. FRIDAY, 8 Took the first sleigh ride I have had this season, but there has been some sleighing for two weeks. Was engaged in chopping firewood at the other place bush. spent evening at Choir Practice. Bought a copy of "Pure Gold" a new note book also a pocket Diary for 1872, price of both articles 80 cents. December, SATURDAY, 9 1871. Was at the same work as yesterday. Sold the cow "Lady Harrington" and calf for $150 to John Snell. Sister Viney and Susie Campbell were collecting for the Bible Society. The cold weather continues not enough snow to make good sleighing, but splendid waggoning the roads are hard and smooth SUNDAY, 10 Spent the morning at S School Rev Jas Brooks present lesson John XVII. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion - text - II Peter III last verse. Heard same minister in Brampton to night - text - Psalm XC, 14th verse, it was a funeral sermon on account of the death of several children with the scarlet fever �December, MONDAY, 11 1871. Deposited $150.00 in the Merchants' Bank in Brampton which will draw interest at 4 per cent if not withdrawn before 3 months. Mr H. Joness brought home our straw cutter. Spent the evening at the meeting of the "Safeguard Lodge" there were two more members initiated TUESDAY, 12 Was engaged in splitting oak stakes at the "other place" out of an old log that has laid in the bush for many years but proved to be sound and made 100 good stakes. Mrs J. C. Snell and little Mary and Johnnie are spending 2 or 3 days here. Spent the evening at home in reading. December, WEDNESDAY, 13 1871. Have some 4 or 5 inches of snow this morning making the ringing of the many sleigh bells lively and frequent along the Centre road. Drove sister Emma in the cutter to day school. Was measuring and winnowing the oats and find we have about 190 bush. Spent evening at the melodeon. THURSDAY, 14 Sold Clifton the 4 yr old Short Horn bull to Crawforth the butcher @ $80. Drove Mrs J.C. Snell and children home this afternoon. Spent the evening at the special Meeting in Hope Chapael December, FRIDAY, 16 1871. Was engaged in hauling from the lower bush, firewood drew six loads. Spent the evening at Choir Practice Bought of K. Chisholm & Co a brown beaver overcoat with silk velvet collar @ $12.50 also a fur cap @ $1.50 Sold 12 1/2 lbs of fresh butter @ 18 cts per lb = $2.25 SATURDAY, 16 Was at the same work as yesterday, have about {8 - ink blot} cords drawn up. J.C. Snell, wife and children and Miss K.F. Snell took tea here this evening. Rev W. W. Carson took dinner on his way to Orangeville on a Missionary Tour �December, SUNDAY, 17 1871. Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. lesson Matt, XXV 1 to 13. Was a large attendance had several visitors. Drove the sleigh to Brampton this evening and heard Rev John Shaw preach, text John XXI, 20 to 22 A nice mild day. MONDAY, 18 Spent the day at Edmonton at the nominations for councillmen for this township. Mr T. Bowles was appointed Reeve by acclamation, there are four candidates for each of the two offices of deputy Reeves and Councillors. Spent the evening at the I.O.G. Temple, sister Viney joined to night December, TUESDAY, 19 1871 Was drawing firewood from lower bush, drew 7 loads. Received an addition of some more light snow last night which is by the action of the west winds forming into huge drifts. Spent evening reading "Timothy Titcombs" Advice to Young Men. WEDNESDAY, 20 Drew up two loads of cord wood this morning but had to stop work then because of the high wind which was drifting the snow in clouds. Winnowed 9 bush of peas for to feed the Berkshires which are consuming over a bushel of peas per day December, THURSDAY, 21 1871. Last night and this morning was intensely cold the thermometer going down to 18° below zero, and in some parts of Canada to 30° and 40° below zero. Mr Westervelt's school examination in our S. Section took place to day, the scholars presented him with a valuable writing desk, and a nice work box for his wife. FRIDAY, 22 Have been housed up the last day or two with a very sore throat. Was hauling hemlock two ft stuff from lower bush for stove wood. Received cash from Crawforth for "Clifton" $79, he dressed 1420 lbs. The weather has moderated and is snowing from the East. �December, SATURDAY, 24 1871. A very heavy shower with very sharp lightening and heavy thunder, the snow is fast disappearing. Went to Brampton this evening and purchased some Christmas presents for the little folks. SUNDAY, 24 Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres abs lesson - Matt XXV 14 to 30th. Heard Rev W. W. Carson preach at Zion at 2 1/2 o'clock, text, Zechariah III 1st 5 verses. Heard him preach in Brampton, text, Revelations III 20th verse. Was at the burning of the Old Steam Mill in Brampton to night. December, MONDAY, 25 1871. Dull and cloudy with a keen frosty air, the fields are bare but there are some large snow drifts along the fences, the roads are very icy, the gravel road is bare and no sleighing in Brampton. J.C. Snell and family took Christmas dinner here. Spent the evening at the Temperance lodge. TUESDAY, 26 Spent the entire day at Quin's Blacksmiths Shop at Edmonton getting a span of horses sharp shod all around, one of them "Charlie" a 2 yr old colt, that was never shod before, he behaved himself pretty well during the operation. December, WEDNESDAY, 27 1871. A cold blustering day, had an additional inch or two of fresh snow last night, which is flying in clouds before a driving west wind. Spent the day in splitting a few oak stakes and threshing peas. Spent the evening reading the Daily Globe and examining a book printed in the year 1771. THURSDAY, 82 [sic] Another very cold day. Was grinding and whetting the straw cutter knifes preparatory to cutting straw for fodder. Mr Frederick House's Clover Mill came here this evening, we intend threshing our clover with it to morrow. J. Learment spent the evening. Splendid moonlight night. �December, FRIDAY, 29 1871. Threshed all the clover this forenoon, will have about 4 bush of good ripe seed, put some of it through the Mill 3 times, before it was threshed clean. Dressed a yearling steer for beef for home use, will weigh fully 500 lbs of beef beside hide and tallow. Spent evening at Choir Practice SATURDAY, 30 Yesterday was very fine and warm, a cold East wind prevails to day. Mrs R. Gardener and Walter were here all last night on a visit. Went to Brampton this forenoon and sold the hide weighing 72 lbs @ 7 cts per lb $5.00 bought a New Years Gift for sister Viney a book called "Children's Hour Annual" $1.12 1/2. Father and mother spent the day at J.C. Snell's December, SUNDAY, 31 1871. Drove to S. School this morning in the sleigh. Supt pres from Toronto - lesson - Matt XXV, 31 to 42. Received a long address and charge from our Supt. on the close of the year. Had all my sisters up to S. School and drove them across to J.C. Snells for a New Year's dinner to day instead of tomorrow Spent part of the afternoon there and then started for home. The weather to day was very warm and thawing very fast, a heavy fog hung over the earth for some time but to night set in a rough rain storm from the N.E. Set up rather late because of its bering watch night, retire to night at the close of the year 1871 �CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY. Received. Paid. Sold and gristed this year up to Sept 18th 325 bush of wheat Sold 110 bush of wheat, Oct 5th Dec 3rd A grist of 325 110 12 bush {divided by} 447 bush of wheat CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY. Received Paid. $ C $ C 4th: Paid for New pair of Fairbanks scales 7th: Sold to J. Snell hind quarter of beef 160 lbs @ 7 cts. 8: Subscribe to the College End Fund $4.00 Paid 20th: Paid R. Noble, Norval for 400 feet lumber Sub to Peel Banner 23rd: Paid A McCannel for 100 cedar posts 18.00 2.00 3.25 1.00 10.50 �31st: Sold to K Chrisholm 27 bush barley at 55 cents per bush 19th: Grist to Norval 9 bush 34 bush of oats and peas mixed " : 34 bush of oats and peas mixed Dr to 14.85 ________ 14.85 $ _______ 34.75 14.85 _______ 19.50 CASH ACCOUNT, FEBRUARY Received $ cts Paid $ cts 2nd Paid W. R. Graham Dentist for extracting a tooth 50 6th Paid W. R Graham for filling 6 teeth charge $6.00 pd on acc 5 00 �7th Paid insurance fees 1 50 9th “ threshers 12 00 “ “ to hired men 2 00 14th Received for Alsike Clover @ $6 per bush 9 00 “ Paid K.C. & Co fee 4 00 17th Received from Robert Smith for bull service 7 00 “ Paid to the McKenzie fund 1 00 20th Paid for cull lumber 60 24th “ W. K. 1 00 �Graham Acc 25th “ Guy Bell for 1 dy's sawing with circular 3 50 17th Sold 5 bush clover 25 00 “ Bought ton plastr 7 00 {Totals} Cr to $2.90 41 00 38 10 CASH ACCOUNT MARCH Received $ cts Paid $ cts 1st Paid for Sundries 50 50 2nd “ chopping grain 50 �5th “ to Superannalist Minsters Fund 1 00 23rd Paid to K.C. & Co for I bush of Timothy seed @ 5 50 27th Paid for 2 bush crown peas 2 20 “ Sundries 50 31st Do 2 00 {totals} Dr 12 20 February Acc Cr $2.90 CASH ACCOUNT, APRIL �Received Paid 8th Received from J. Hindle for use of ram last fall 8 00 11th Received for 11 lbs of butter @ 15 cents 1 65 “ Bought music stool @ $1.05 and sundries 4 00 14th Gave Haggard Bros a promisory Note for 3 months $1.50 on price of land roller had a due bill valve 17 50 16 50 5 18 Received from W. Learment for 10 bush barley 6 00 22 Paid for suit of clothes and hat 22 00 �24 Received from Williamson for 2 cows & 2 calves 75 00 26 Paid out $30 30 00 “ “ Haggerts note 16 00 16 00 “ “ McCaul stake 4 25 4 25 " Sundries 2 00 {totals} $108 15 $78 25 CASH ACCOUNT, MAY Received Paid 2nd Received from E. Bunting for 2 bush barley 1 20 12 Received from A. Bunting for 5 lbs flour 1 62 �10 11 Paid for sundries 4 00 24th “ “ Do 4 00 27th Received from W. Broddy 2 20 5 02 8 00 5 02 Dr $2 98 April Acc 108 15 78 25 78 25 Cr $29 80 CASH ACCOUNT, JUNE �Received Paid 1st 7th Received for fat ewe Do for 38 bush Wheat @ $1.25 4 47 00 30 “ Paid lumber bill 28 68 “ “ for shingle 6 squares @ 50 cts 3 00 8 Received for 52 bush wheat @ $1.23 62 73 “ Paid for barl salt 1 70 9 “ K.C. & Co Acc 20 00 “ Received for bacon 3 33 �15 Paid to Reform fund 3 00 16 Received for wool and sheepskins -- 94 20 “ Paid for pair coarse boots and sundries 5 00 17 Received for 2 yr steer 50 00 23 Paid for hay rack “ Horse rakes wash machine 14 00 27 For 3 barls water lime 6 00 “ Sundries 4 00 29 For valise (new) 1 00 �[totals] $261 16 86 38 CASH ACCOUNT, JULY Received Paid 1st Spent on trip to Toronto 2 00 4th For barrel ferment 2 00 7 “ 41 bush wheat @ $1.15 per bush 47 45 “ “ Sundries 5 00 12 “ Do 2 00 20 “ Do 5 00 31 “ “ “ 8 00 47 45 34 00 34 00 �Cr $13 45 June acc. 261 16 86 88 86 88 Cr $174 78 CASH ACCOUNT, AUGUST Received Paid 1st For manufacturing 29 yds of rag carpet 2 90 8 E expenses to Menagerie and Sundries 4 00 12 To A. Bunting for 1 ½ dys work 2 00 14 For Hist. of Prussia 2 00 �15 From B. Watson for 8 cows, served, by Clif 12 00 “ For sundries 4 00 17 “ do 3 00 23 “ New whip and sundries 4 00 12 00 21 90 12 00 Dr $9 90 CASH ACCOUNT, SEPTEMBER Received Paid 1st For 50 lbs timothy 4 00 “ “ 1 pr of shoes 1 50 “ “ 2 “ “ childrens 4 00 �“ fine shoes “ “ Sundries 2 00 8 “ Axle arm and door hinges 1 15 “ “ Other Articles 3 00 6 “ Enrolling militia 16 00 15 “ Coynes Bill 11 00 “ “ Buggy Shaft 50 “ “ Groceries 1 30 16 “ 47 bush wheat 59 60 “ “ Boots and Cotton 9 00 18 “ 87 bush wheat 108 10 20 “ timothy seed “ Groceries 4 2 00 00 21 “ Admission to 1 00 �Teameeting 20 “ Pr Ewe lambs 20 00 26 “ threshing 8 50 “ “ Sundries 1 00 30 “ Ram lambs 9 00 212 70 53 95 53 95 $158 75 Cr CASH ACCOUNT, OCTOBER Received Paid 2 For 4 cows served 6 00 3 “ one lamb 10 00 “ “ Co Show 5 00 �Expenses 5 “ 56 bush wheat 72 70 “ “ 54 “ “ 69 19 “ “ K.C. & Co Acc. 50 18 “ “ Mr Norris for a lamb 10 00 “ “ Mr. Keyworth “ “ “ 5 00 “ “ Hardware, Trunk, etc 5 00 9 “ Linen front, paper collers 45 10 “ Wooden pump 8 40 13 “ Spring snaps, matches 75 12 “ Guelph Fair 2 00 20 “ Sugar and sundries 2 00 �21 “ Mr. A Woodhall for 5 cows served 7 50 22 “ Quarterage 3 00 24 “ Quin's bill 4 50 “ “ Sundries 1 00 28 “ Do 1 00 “ “ for prizes, Co show 3 00 183 39 83 28 83 28 Cr 100 11 CASH ACCOUNT, NOVEMBER Received Paid 1st Cash for Taxes school tax 27 49 �inclusive 3rd “ Sundries 1 00 4 “ do 50 7 “ for 5 lambs and 2 bush oats 37 00 “ “ Sundries 1 00 9 “ Groceries 2 00 11 “ Blacksmith's bill 4 35 “ “ Quarter of Mutton 1 35 “ “ Nails and glass, whip 1 65 13 “ Templers’ fees 70 15 “ Groceries Ec Ec 1 50 17 “ Timothy & Sundries 10 00 �23 “ Turkeys and ducks 8 43 “ “ Groceries and “ dress goods and “ to Mrs. Peacock 25 00 25th “ Clothing and Watch 18 00 46 78 93 19 46 78 Dr $46 41 CASH ACCOUNT, DECEMBER Received Paid 1st For suit of tweed 17 $ cts $ 17 00 4th “ R. Crawford's acc/ on wages 37 00 �5th “ barrel of Goderich “ Salt 1 70 8th “ Pocket Diary and Pure Gold - - 80 9th For “Lady Harrington” and calf 150 00 11th Deposited in Bank Do Do 15th Received for 12 ½ lbs butter @ 18 cts 2 {smudged} 25 “ “ Sundries 5 00 22 “ For Clifton 79 00 “ “ Cash from, farmer Campbell 7 00 “ “ Overcoat and 2 Fur caps 15 50 �30 “ Hide 5 00 “ “ Book 1 12 241 25 61 12 61 12 $180 13 Cr Recapitulation Received Paid Jan $ 14.85 $ 34.75 Feb 41.00 38.10 Mar 12.20 Apr 108.15 78.25 May 5.02 8.00 June 261.16 86.38 July 47.45 34.00 Aug 12.00 21.90 Sept 212.70 53.95 Oct 183.39 83.28 �Nov 46.78 93.19 Dec 241.25 61.12 $ 1173.75 605.12 150.00 755.12 For more information on John Ferguson, check out the “Meet the Diarists” section under “Discover” on our website: ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Scanned Microfilm of Manuscript & Typed Transcription Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of the Archives of Ontario and Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Peel County, Chinguacousy Township, Ontario UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Scripto Transcription A written representation of a document. <h2><span class="mw-headline">THE CANADIAN POCKET DIARY FOR 1871</span></h2> <h3><span class="mw-headline">TORONTO: PUBLISHED BY BROWN BROS., 66 KING STREET EAST.</span></h3> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, SUNDAY, 1. 1871.</span></h3> <p>A pleasant day and good sleighing about 12 inches of snow on level. Went to S. School this morning Supt pres lesson--Luke II 1 to 20. Mr &amp; Mrs. Tribble drove up and spent the day at J. . Snell's. Went to Brampton this evening to the W. M. Church and heard Rev. A. L. Russel preach text--Numbers XIV-14th verse.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 2.</span></h3> <p>Drove up to J. C. Snell's in the sleigh this forenoon and took took New Year's dinner there. Mr. and Mrs. Jones were there also and we had a pleasant time. Drove up to Edmonton to the election of township council--Reeve Thos. Bowles D. Reeve -- J. P. Hutton and Henderson Councilor Quin and Lipsett. Rev. James Pearce and his sister Mrs. Beatie took tea at our place and spent the evening</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_TUESDAY.2C_3_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, TUESDAY, 3 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_THURSDAY.2C_5_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, THURSDAY, 5 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, TUESDAY, 3 1871</span></h3> <p>A cold blustery day, the roads and lanes are fast filling up. Was engaged in picking over potatoes of which one half were rotten Bought a new pair of scales (Fairbank's) $18.00, they are the smallest size and will weight 600 libs.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 4</span></h3> <p>Was drawing on the sleigh from the lower bush cordwood for next summers we hauled about 4 cords. Spent the evening pleasnatly adn profitably at the Annual Meeting of the B.B. Bible Society Rev John Gemley from Toronto gave a very interesting address. Collected one the branch{?} $145.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, THURSDAY, 5 1871</span></h3> <p>Was at the same occupation as yesterday. Spent the evening pleasantly at Hope Chapel Social (No 10) realized about $40, there was a large attendance, suitable readings and short speeches were the order of the evening. M. M. Elliot occupied the chair. Subscribed for the Peel Banner $1.00 per annum</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 6</span></h3> <p>Yesterday and to day was held the Annual meeting of C. P. A. A. Association of Cheltenham. Drove up there this afternoon the convention was largely attended by delebates and visitors from different parts of the country. The public speaking was good. Raised by collection nearly $50. Took tea at Mr. Crawford's. Arrived home at 1:30-oclock to morrow morning.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_SATURDAY.2C_7._1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, SATURDAY, 7. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#.3D_SUNDAY.2C_8..3D"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">= SUNDAY, 8.=</span></a> <ul><li class="toclevel-2"><a href="#January.2C_Monday.2C_9._1871"><span class="tocnumber">2.1</span> <span class="toctext">January, Monday, 9. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-2"><a href="#Tuesday.2C_10."><span class="tocnumber">2.2</span> <span class="toctext">Tuesday, 10.</span></a></li> </ul></li> </ul></div> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, SATURDAY, 7. 1871</span></h3> <p>The eclipse of the moon last evening was very plain the night being clear and frosty. Was hauling wood again today drew {2?} loads (almost 5 cords) Father drove up to John Smith and sold them a hindquarter of beef weighing 163 Ibs @ - {2?} cts per Ib. Spring the {evening reaching?} election stories in the "Banner"</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">= SUNDAY, 8.=</span></h2> <p>Went to S.S. This morning {supt abs.?} lesson - John III I to 13th Heard Rev A. S. Russel preach at Lion {west?} - I Timothy 7th shop 8th also heard him at Brampton this evening text - Isaiah XXXII Quite a lot of snow from the East and drifting Aunt Catherine is here to night</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, Monday, 9. 1871</span></h3> <p>Finished drawing the cordwood from the town bush have about 17 cords of it. Was hauling black ash and {bags?} wood rails for the line fence next John Woodhalls farm. Father and mother are spending the evening in Brampton at Mc W. Newhouse, with John Newhouse and family who are going to move to Niagra country.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">Tuesday, 10.</span></h3> <p>A very stormy day snowing {back?} from the south. Spent forenoon in driving {shelters?} to day school and in Brampton. Aunt Catherine and mother are going to Toronto tomorrow. Drove up to J. E. Smells this evening and stayed there the evening</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_Wednesday.2C_11_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, Wednesday, 11 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 12</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January_FRIDAY.2C_13_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January FRIDAY, 13 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 14</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, Wednesday, 11 1871.</span></h3> <p>A mild smoky day, snow thawing fast. Reviewed last night a commisson from Capt. J. C. Snell of $16 to euroll all the {militramon?} from No10 to 22 across the township. Was enrolling names all day one pot and 2nd line and Centre Road. got about 200 names Arrived home after six oclock this evening.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 12</span></h3> <p>Still thawing very fast. Was at the same occupation as yesterday, travelled the 4th, 5th and 6th lines, west, fed my horse and bought dinner at Nowal got got home after dark. Aunt Catherine and mother came from Toronto to day they were visiting Dr Fulton J. Learment spent the evening here</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January FRIDAY, 13 1871.</span></h3> <p>Finished canvassing the west side of township today on which I have about 230 names, the weather is still warm &amp; pleasant. Mr Black from Port Perry spent the evening and staid all night J.C.S and family also were here. Drove to Brampton to night to the weekly singing practice of W.M. choir and enjoyed it well</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 14</span></h3> <p>Commenced operations on the east side of township, canvased the 5th and 6th got home about 4 oclock from thence, It is quite a {leatious?} job, but for the big wages would give it up. It was a very disagreeable day, a fine drizzly rain from the N.E. which froze as it fell. spent the evening reading the weekly news.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_SUNDAY.2C_15._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, SUNDAY, 15. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_16."><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 16.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_THURSDAY.2C_17._1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, THURSDAY, 17. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_18."><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 18.</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, SUNDAY, 15. 1871.</span></h3> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning with cutter and Rev E. C. Clement of Streetsville preach anniversary Missionary Sermon - text - preacher spent the afternoon at J. C. Snell's in pleasant intercourse with friends went to Brampton this evening heard Rev John Shaw of Weston text John IV 35 to 38{?} Rain and slut all day</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 16.</span></h3> <p>Canvassed the 5th and 4th lines enrolled about 70 names. Very stormy and blustering. Drove to Brampton this evening to W.M. Missionary to the province of British Columbia 9 1/2 years the speaking was very good</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, THURSDAY, 17. 1871.</span></h3> <p>Finished enrolled the Militia for this company Division about 425 men, it was rather a tedious job. of C.S. and J.R. Craig drove to Markham this afternoon to George Miller's sale of sholt home. Spent the evening at home writing of militia names. It was a sharp freezing day. Took dinner yesterday at Mr Johnston lot 22 3rd line East and today at J.C.S.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 18.</span></h3> <p>Was engaged all day in threshing peas with the flail A great number of rats and mice around the barn and outbuildings. trap a rat nearly ever night. Spent the evening at home wanting over in driving twice up to Zion for to hold a missionary meeting but could not find the church key had no meeting</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_THURSDAY.2C_19_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, THURSDAY, 19 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 20</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_SATURDAY.2C_21_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, SATURDAY, 21 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 22</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, THURSDAY, 19 1871.</span></h3> <p>Drove over with a grist and 30 bush of oats and peas to Nowal Mills. waited for the grinding over 3 hours got home at 3.30 o'clock. Drove up to J.C. Snell's with the cutter and spent the evening pleasantly in reading and chat J.C.S is still in Markam at Geo Millers stock sale</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 20</span></h3> <p>Drove over to Nowal this morning for a load of fence lumber only bought properly sized sells it at $7.50 per thousand feet. Went to Brampton this evening to the Wesleyman choir practice which is clad by Jesse Perry enjoyed the evening well.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">January, SATURDAY, 21 1871.</span></h3> <p>John Learment and I drove our {teaurs?} to Caledon this morning to buy and haul fence posts bought 100 off Archibald {McCarwel?} at $10.50 per houndred they are good large posts but are a high price, had to drive into the swamp on {No% pt line?} time west and make our owns roads. Snowing from the east all day and very damp.</p> <h3><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 22</span></h3> <p>Went to S.S. this morning our {suptpus?}. lesson John III 12 to 21, a very instructive description on the blackboard. Heard Rev A. L. Russel preach in Lion text - Nambus XIV 3rd. Drove to Brampton to night heard Mrs Jance Goodenham preach text Jeremiah XII. Catter part 5th The sermon dwelt particularily on death A very cold day</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_MONDAY.2C_23_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, MONDAY, 23 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_24."><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 24.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_25_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, WEDNESDAY, 25 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_26."><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 26.</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">January, MONDAY, 23 1871</span></h2> <p>The coldest day of the season the thermometer 12(degrees)below zero a strong N.E. wind. J. Learmont and I drove to Caledon for fence posts. Brought home 30 making 100 new cedar posts paid. A McConnel $10.50. Got both my ears frozen and was tired and sleepy when I got home at 4 o clock.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 24.</span></h2> <p>Father drove to Brampton this morning and brought Mr. J.W. Main and family and brought Mrs. {illegible, Jorsman?} to spend the day, Mr. Main came this afternoon. J.E. Snell and family were here this evening had a pleasant evening. Drove the Brampton vistors home about 9 o clock. Considerably milder than yesterday.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">January, WEDNESDAY, 25 1871</span></h2> <p>The weather is still very cold the mercury 2 (degrees) or 3 (degrees) below zero, all day. the extreme cold is prevalent all over the country, 40 (degrees) below zero at Quebec, the best coal oil freezes. Was theshing peas with the Hail. Drove Mrs. J.C.S. home this evening, was helping J.C.S copy the militia names, there are 436 names on the roll. Got home at 11.30 o clock.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 26.</span></h2> <p>Was at the same occupation as yesterday this cold weather suiting this job very well, have about 3/4 of them threshed. Drove sister Lavina down to Brampton Grammar School where she began the first of January 1871. Spent the evening reading The Weekly Globe</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_Friday.2C_27_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, Friday, 27 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#Saturday.2C_28"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">Saturday, 28</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_Sunday.2C_29_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, Sunday, 29 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#Monday.2C_30"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">Monday, 30</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">January, Friday, 27 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove the team over to Ashgrove this morning for a load of shingles for Ambrose Woodhall brought 12 1/2 squares. Took dinner at Ashgrove hotel it was provided by Mr. W , Mr J, Heath and Wiggins were also at the {bar?} Spent the evening at the W.M choir Preaching. It was quite mild.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">Saturday, 28</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in fawning peas and storing them away in the driving house, put-away about 40 bush. Was threshing peas with the Hail this afternoon. Snowing lightly from the East all day. Spent the evening at home reading the New York Weekly .</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">January, Sunday, 29 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning {illegible?}, lesson [Kings XVII] 8 to 16th (illegible, verse?) Elyjah and the widow of Laupath was described on the blackboard. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Rev W-Carson from Streetville preach. Text-Zachariah-III vol-5 verse is a good preacher, imitates Rev Morby Punshon in style and delivery.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">Monday, 30</span></h2> <p>Was engaged this forenoon in putting the remains of the straw stack into the barn, for to keep dry bedding the stock. Was threshing peas this afternoon with the Hail. Had a severe tooth ache this evening. J.C (Illegible, Smill?) called here this evening, they had sold a short-(illegible, farm, term?) at $ (illegible, owes, levo, owed?)</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_TUESDAY.2C_31._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, TUESDAY, 31. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_1._1871"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">February, WEDNESDAY, 1. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_THURSDAY.2C_2._1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, THURSDAY, 2. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_3."><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 3.</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">January, TUESDAY, 31. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Raining very fast nearly all day, snow fast disappearing. Drove to Brampton this morning with 21 bush of barley, received 55 cents per bush. Spent this evening very pleasantly with the W.M. Choir at a teammeeting at Narval, had a good sleigh, had two upsets but no one seriously hurt, got home at 1.30 o clock</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, WEDNESDAY, 1. 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished the pea threshing yesterday was hauling firewood from the "other place" bush. Had a visit from J. Tribble of Amaranth stayed last night here started home today. Have had a pretty severe winter this far but good steady sleighing, was mild and cloudy today spent the evening in making up farm accounts.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, THURSDAY, 2. 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning and had a double tooth pulled by W.K. Graham. Dentist. It was a very painful operation, being slightly diseased it required considerable strength to extract it. Father and another drove to Toronto Township this afternoon to visit Alick Campbell.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 3.</span></h2> <p>Quite a cold day. Was engaged in hauling cord wood and white oak stakes from the other place bush. Our folks came home from Alicks, they are all well he has a large school at Matton, he received from the scholars he has gift a very nice mahogany writing desk worth $11.50. Spent the evening at Practice in Brampton pleasantly.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_SATURDAY.2C_4_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, SATURDAY, 4 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_5"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 5</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_MONDAY.2C_6_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, MONDAY, 6 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 7</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, SATURDAY, 4 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished cleaning up the peas have about 75 bush stored away. Spent the remainder of the day in picking over the potatoes they are fully one fourth rotten. Father went to Official Quarterly Meeting at 2 P.M. and paid $3.50 quarterage. A pretty cold day the thermometer sank nearly to zero. Sarah Peacock is spending a day or two here.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 5</span></h2> <p>A very cold morning, thermometer 15 (degrees) below zero but very clear and fine. Went to Brampton to the Quarterly Meeting. Reverend{illegible} Mcfadden preached text-Psalm LXXXVII &amp; Old Mr. Holtby was present who has been preaching 48 years, &amp; Took dinner at Mrs. Truemans I heard the same minister this evening text-Galatians-VII, 14 {illegible symbol}</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, MONDAY, 6 1871.</span></h2> <p>The weather has moderated some but is still below zero. Went to Brampton to Dentists and got 6 teeth filled which were slightly decayed 2 front ones with gold costing $1.50 each the rest with silver " $0.75 " total $6.00 paid $5 on the bill . Edwin Dixon is here from Amaranth overnight of Learmont was in and spent the evening in chat.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Spent the day in preparing for clover treshing. Renewed the insurance on the house and farm buildings in the Mutual Association of Middlesex, to the amount of $2000 , fees $15.25 to be paid next winter. Aunt Mary and I spent the evening at J.C. Snells(?) in reading and chat.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_8._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, WEDNESDAY, 8. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THRUSDAY.2C_9."><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THRUSDAY, 9.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_FRIDAY.2C_10._1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, FRIDAY, 10. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 11</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, WEDNESDAY, 8. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Commenced threshing clover this morning with Smith and Hunters machine. The seed comes very slowly from the mill, only getting about 5 1/2 bush. Today have nearly 2 bush of Alsike . Weather very mild thawing fast.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THRUSDAY, 9.</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, about 5 bush to day. Did not thresh all the clover, it turns out so poorly. It would not pay. Paid the threshers $12 &amp; Anderson Campbell $1.00 for 2 days work also, R. Crawford same for 2 days. Mrs. Guy Bell spent the day here and Mr. Bell was here this evening.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, FRIDAY, 10. 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove Aunt Mary and Sarah Peacock to Brampton Station this morning. They are going to Toronto Sarah is hired at Dr. Fulton's. Was parsing and applying a preparation of bluestove and verdigris to sheep's feet for to cure the disease {illegible, hewfoot?} which is very troublesome.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>Was helping with team J.Learmont to thresh clover seed which yielded about the same as ours. The C. {illegible, communion?} Baptists of Edmonton had a successful (illegible) last night {illegible, valued?} nearly $40. J.C. Snell and wife were here this evening on their way home from Brampton.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_SUNDAY.2C_12_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, SUNDAY, 12 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_13"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 13</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_TUESDAY.2C_14_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, TUESDAY, 14 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 15</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, SUNDAY, 12 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove the sleigh to S. School this morning, Supt present lesson-I Kings XVII 11 to 24 was well described on blackboard Viney and I drove over to Guy Bell's this afternoon. Had a pleasant time chatting about old times. They are comfortably situated. Heard Rev. W.K McFadden preach in Brampton today.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 13</span></h2> <p>Drove sister Viney to Brampton G. School this morning. Got the Country Gentleman for last week, it is an excellent paper. Was fanning and sifting the Alsike clover seed, have about 1 bush 3 pecks there fell about six inches of snow yesterday.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, TUESDAY, 14 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove to Stewarts sawmill Esquesing {uncertain?} and brought for A. Woodhall 950 ft of green lumber. Sold 1 1/2 bush Alsike @ $6.00 per bush. Went to Mt. Pleasant this morning wuth the B.W. Choir had a pleasant time. Able addresses were given by Revs. Puigh, Fletcher, Brackinridge and J.R. Burnett {jim?} Realized $63. Got home at 11.30 o clock.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Was engaged today in hauling manure from J.W. Mains house stable Brampton, drew 4 large loads, it is splendid manure being rolled, mixed with shavings instead of straw. Spent evening making out lumber bill for board hauling and addition to sheep pen, nearly 4000 feet lumber. Thawing today</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_THURSDAY.2C_16._1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, THURSDAY, 16. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_17."><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 17.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_SATURDAY.2C_18._1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, SATURDAY, 18. 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_19."><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 19.</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, THURSDAY, 16. 1871</span></h2> <p>Was hauling rails from the other place bush and repairing fences, have the bush cleared of cord wood and rails once more. Mr and Mrs Joseph Pearen Mrs. Trueman and Featherstone and old Mrs. Modeland were here visiting today. Received a note of invitation to a party from Dawson Modeland.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 17.</span></h2> <p>Received from Mrs. Robert Smith $1.00 for service of "Clifton" and our ram. Was helping John Campbell to saw wood with the {illegible, evinlar?} belongs to Guy Bell. Our folks spent the day at J.C.S brought home as present a barrel of good apples. Spent the evening very pleasantly at D. Modeland's birthday party of, paid $1 to the young folks Mr. {illegible, illegible}</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, SATURDAY, 18. 1871</span></h2> <p>Very stormy day, had quite a quantity of wet snow last night from the east. Got home last night about 11.30 o'clock . there were over 12 girls present but only 4 boys . Took tea with A. Jonesa and wife and spent evening at their place, Mr. A is very sick with the cold. {illegible} Mary came from Toronto w night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 19.</span></h2> <p>Went to S.School this morning Supt pres-lesson-John IV- 16 to 30 Heard Rev Mr. Montgomery from Younge street South Circuit text Zachariah- - He is a clever young preacher, Heard him again in Brampton tonight text-timothy I-IV-8th verse. J.C. Snell and family were here all afternoon and evening.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_MONDAY.2C_20_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, MONDAY, 20 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_21"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 21</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FEBRUARY.2C_WEDNESDAY_22_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">FEBRUARY, WEDNESDAY 22 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 23</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, MONDAY, 20 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove over to Esquesing this morning to buy shingles visited 4 shingle factories but could not get buy. There is such a demand for them that they keep no stock on hand. Brought home from Stewarts Mill 200 feet of culled lumber costing .60 cts. Left a lumber bill at R. Nobles Norval consisting of - at $8 per thousand.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 21</span></h2> 250 ft inch plank 14 ft long. A bright stormy day. Father and mother went to the christening of J.L.S. two children by Rev M Jadden.<span class="mw-headline">FEBRUARY, WEDNESDAY 22 1871</span>Our folks and Mrs G. Wordhall spent the day visiting at Mr Matthew Peauns on 6 line east. Was at home all day alone making the day very long. Made a wood box for the kitchen. Spent the evening at Baptist Social for the sabbath school held in Siloam chapael Brampton able speech by Messre Beynon Smith, Rerridge and Brooke - Realized $ 20.<span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 23</span>Down to Caledon tis snowing for a load of {illegible: Var?} fence stakes brought 164 home. Brought them from A. McColl of sligo 7 ft long to be used with wire at the rate of $17 per thousand. <table><tbody><tr><td>45 loads</td> <td>10 inch wide</td> <td>14 ft log</td> </tr><tr><td>45 <i></i></td> <td>8 <i> </i></td> <td>16 <i> </i></td> </tr><tr><td>90 <i></i></td> <td>6 <i> </i></td> <td>14 <i> </i></td> </tr><tr><td>30 <i></i></td> <td>5 <i> </i></td> <td>16 <i> </i></td> </tr><tr><td>3 <i></i></td> <td>3x5 <i> </i></td> <td>16 <i> </i></td> </tr><tr><td>18 <i></i></td> <td>3x5 <i> </i></td> <td>11 <i> </i></td> </tr></tbody></table> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_FRIDAY.2C_24._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, FRIDAY, 24. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#Saturday.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">Saturday, 25</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_SUNDAY.2C_26._1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">February, SUNDAY, 26. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 27</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, FRIDAY, 24. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Warm day with a strong S.W. wind and thawing very fast. Went to Brampton this afternoon and settled W.R. Grahams acc. paid him $1.00. Sister Viney and I drove over to Mt Olivet to night to a social given for benefit of the choir. Speeches by Russel, Oakley and Lent. Realized $27.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">Saturday, 25</span></h2> <p>Was sawing wood with Guy Bell's circular saw out about 22 cords of wood and got through shortly after 3'oc it is pretty hard work handling the word. Drew the house power over to Mr Bells this evening. Paid him $3.50 for the day's sawing.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, SUNDAY, 26. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove Aunty Peacock over to the 3rd line East to Isaac Modeland's this morning. to see her daughter Matilda who is living over there. Took dinner there and spent part of afternoon. Took tea at J. S. Belle, he is just home from a trip in the west of Ontario. Heard Rev AJ. Russel preach in Brampton Tonight text - number XIV - 5th.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Had another snowfall yesterday of 2 or 3 inches which has {illegible: resuscitated?} the sleighing. Drove to Brampton this morning with 5 bush of red clover seeds sold to Chisholm @ $ 5 per bush. Bought of white {plaster?} for manuring at $4 per ton. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#February.2C_TUESDAY.2C_28._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">February, TUESDAY, 28. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_1"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">March, WEDNESDAY, 1</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_THURSDAY.2C_2_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March THURSDAY, 2 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_3"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 3</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">February, TUESDAY, 28. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was picking out our store of winter apples have nearly 2 1/2 barrels. J. C. Snell and wife were here for dinner. Drove to Brampton this afternoon to the mass meeting of the Reformers of Peel to select a candidate for the coming election for Ontario Parliament stirring speeches were made by the leading men of the party and</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, WEDNESDAY, 1</span></h2> <p>The greatest enthusiasm prevailed throughout the large audience. Mr Thomas Bowles was selected candidate to oppose J. Coyne. M.P.P. Drove to Brampton this morning and mailed a letter to Uncle John in Missouri. The weather wild strong westerly winds, very little snow, the fields are nearly bare. The stock are in good condition and thriving well.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March THURSDAY, 2 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove to Norval Mills this morning with 10 bush wheat and 10 of peas and oats for chopping. Hailed for the grinding and got home aft 3 PM. Father and mother drove to Isaac Modeland's, visiting and brought home Aunt Mary. Warm showers prevailed, cutting away the snow very fast. Spent evening at J. C. Snells chatting.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 3</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in splitting wood storing it away in wood shed. For {ilegiable} season's {use?}. Very stormy morning, raining and snowing from the East. R. Crawford and I drove up to J. C. Snell's to a small party of young folks, composed entirely of Snell's family, evening passed pleasantly with guiutittes and steeple chase. Got home at 12 oclck midnight.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_SATURDAY.2C_4._1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March, SATURDAY, 4. 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_5."><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 5.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_MONDAY.2C_6_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, MONDAY, 6 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 7</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, SATURDAY, 4. 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove to Caledon for stakes. The sleighing being as nearly done could only being 88 stakes only half a load. The cedar swamps are full of water and nearly impassable. Arrived home about 2-30 PM. Parents drove up to J.C.S for tea. Mr &amp; Mrs H {uncertain name: Jolees?} and Miss Rose her sister were here today for dinner. Beautiful moonlight night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 5.</span></h2> <p>Drove in the cutter to S.S. this morning. Supt pres. Lesson. Luke IIV 16 to 30th Drove the buggy to Lion this afternoon as the snow is nearly gone, heard Rev W.L. McFadden preach text pob XXXI 1400. Walked to Brampton this evening, heard the same sermon from same preach. It was quite a warm day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, MONDAY, 6 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged nearly all day in splitting and piling firewood. Father drove to Matthew Cations 1st line west for a beehive containing a swarm of bees (was paid for a year ago). Drove up to M John Snell's this evening for mother where she was visiting. It is a very clear night almost as light as day. Freezing pretty {illegible: keen?}.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Was cutting and hunting from the other place bush peatis 2 and 2 beans for a new shed outside the sheep pen. Also making some basswood spiles for tapping and directing the maple sap into tonight. Father was {illegible} in today at Edmonton as fence view J.C. Snell was here this evening all the talk in about coming Election and Berkshire.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_8_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March, WEDNESDAY, 8 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_9"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 9</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_FRIDAY.2C_10_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, FRIDAY, 10 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 11</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, WEDNESDAY, 8 1871</span></h2> <p>Commenced operations in the lower bush for sugar making, tapped 40 trees. the sap runs pretty freely. Hauled the furnace {illegible: Rithles?} and all necessary articles down to creek with team, carried the things across walking on the old ice which is heaved up and will not bear a team. Spent evening at E. Buntings.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Was at the same business as yesterday. Tapped 10 more trees making 50 all together, boiled down 15 pails of sap. to 42 pail. The weather is very warm, thawing very fast. The roads are fearful muddy. The Etobicoke has over flowed its banks, completely intimidating the Rats, John Thistle merchant Brampton shot himself yesterday.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, FRIDAY, 10 1871</span></h2> <p>Was splitting stove wood this forenoon. Went to sugar bush at noon but the sap is not running because of warm weather and no frost. Spent the evening at the Reunion concert held in Haggert Bros large new building in the fourth story the machinery was all in motion and a steam elevator for carrying the</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>People up the whole brilliantly Aluminated. The professional singers 3 ladies 2 gentlemen were from Hamilton &amp; Toronto. They sung very well. A drizzling rain all day making the wads very {illegible: windy?}, commenced snowing this evening. Was splitting wood. Gathered some more sap making in all 25 pails.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_SUNDAY.2C_12_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March SUNDAY, 12 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C13"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY,13</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_TUESDAY.2C_14_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, TUESDAY, 14 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 15</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March SUNDAY, 12 1871</span></h2> <p>There fell 5 or 6 inches of snow last night and is storming some {illegible: Jet?} this morning. Spent the day at home reading and playing the melodeon. Rode back to Brampton tonight, heard Rev Mr McFadden preach text Hebrews II: 3rd verse ccAow shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY,13</span></h2> <p>Could not do anything at the sap business not suit able weather. Drove the waggon down to Mc J. Neelands tonight to a simple ice party. Took 15 {illegible} my load there were two other waggon loads. the roads were fearful muddy. Presented Miss Neelands with silver Tea sett worth $50 for being organist.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, TUESDAY, 14 1871</span></h2> <p>Got home this morning at 3:30 AM from party. Collected 25 pails of sap today. Spent afternoon at Brampton at nomination of the two candidate Coyne - Bowles - for Local Legislation. There was a great crowd. Mr. Bowles made decidedly better speech thur Coyne and we are confident of his election.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Was in the sugar bush all day boiled down about 24 pails of sap. Had a lunch at noon in the bush and drank syrup. Brought home at night 3 pails of thin molasses and boiled on the stove to 3 or 4 gals of maple molasses. Rained pretty steadily all day from the East making it {illegible: disaqqauble?} in bush.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_THURSDAY.2C_16_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March THURSDAY, 16 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_17"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 17</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_SATURDAY.2C_18_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, SATURDAY, 18 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_19"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 19</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March THURSDAY, 16 1871</span></h2> <p>Raining and misty, freezing as it falls, all the trees are loaded down with ice 3 inch thick, some large branches broken off the willows and poplars. Spent the afternoon in Brampton, discussing politics, ect, bo't to days Globe also the Christian Guardian by mill from Toronto.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 17</span></h2> <p>Was very sick last night with a cold. Had a severe headache this morning and was out able to do much. Went to E. Bunting's clover threshing this afternoon where {illegible: Yard?} Houses. "Prairie Hower" is doing good work {illegible: seed?} not turning oft well.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, SATURDAY, 18 1871</span></h2> <p>Was at the same occupation as yesterday also with our team again. Finished about 3 o'clock. The roads are now almost impassable the wind being nearly knee deep. The Orangeville stage stuck fast just below our place. The passengers had to get-out and foot it through the mud and water.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 19</span></h2> <p>Went to S.S this morning on foot. Supt abs lesson - Matt V - 1 to 2. Heard Rev. A.J Russel pugch - text - Palmes - XCVII - 1st very few out at church because of very bad wads. Walked to Brampton to night. Heard the same preacher and same sermon. Read a library book - "The A Joules of Glen Imaal."</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_MONDAY.2C_20_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March MONDAY, 20 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_21"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 21</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_WEDNESDAY.2C_22_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March WEDNESDAY, 22 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 23</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March MONDAY, 20 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in boiling sap in the bush. Boiled about 24 pails which made about 2 gallons of molasses. Miss Elizabeth Clow and Miss D. Hemphill were here waiting. Samy Bunting was here in the evening. Had our first lamb last. Wednesday are steadily increasing 8 living 2 dead.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 21</span></h2> <p>The contest between Coyne and Bowles for election to a seat in the Ontario Legislature has taken place today, resulting in the defeat of the latter by a majority of 65 votes. The excitement has been intense and both sides have excited themselves to their almost but the Tory party won by bribery and corruption.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March WEDNESDAY, 22 1871</span></h2> <p>Boiled 22 pails of sap again today intend to make sugar of it. The Globe has a low description of the wedding of Princess Louisa daughter of Queen Victoria to the Margie of Lome a {illegible because it's smuggled: Derek nobleman?}. Walked up to J.B.S. This evening taking a present of 1/2 gal maple molasses. Was reading "National Stock Journal."</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 23</span></h2> <p>Came home this morning from J.C.S. There has fallen a few inches of snow and has snowed nearly all day. Bought at Brampton bushel of Timothy @ $5.50 per bush. Lowed 1/2 of it together with 95 lbs of red clover 3 1/2 Alsike on 10 acres of full wheat this afternoon. Had 2 young calver last night. The first this year.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_FRIDAY.2C_24_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March, FRIDAY, 24 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 25</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_SUNDAY.2C_26_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, SUNDAY, 26 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 27</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, FRIDAY, 24 1871</span></h2> <p>Was splitting and piling firewood. It freezes, very hard at night, it is too cold for the sap to run freely only gathered 10 pails of it today. Drove the buggy down to Brampton tonight to the W. Choir preachers. This was a full attendance. Robert went up to John Snell's this evening in business.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 25</span></h2> <p>Was at the same occupation as yesterday have the wood more than half split. Gathered 12 pails of sap. The census taker called here yesterday and left a schedule to be filled out with full particulars about farm and family. It bright clean day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, SUNDAY, 26 1871</span></h2> <p>Was at S.S. this morning. Supt abs. {Uncertain Name: Mr. J. Raring?} addressed the school on the lesson. I Kings XVIII {illegible: 41 of 46?}. Walked to Brampton this evening with sister Lavina and heard Rev A Russel preach text - Isaiah - XL, 1st 2nd verse. Aunt Lizzie Ferguson's children have been spending 2 days here. Snowing tonight from East.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Drove sister Viney to school in Brampton in the cutter. There being 6 or 8 inches off fresh snow. Brought of R.C.C Co. 2 bush crown peas @ $1.10 peas bush of J.C. Snell was here tonight and filled out a blank form of farm lease between father and I, so that I can have a vote at next election.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March_TUESDAY.2C_28_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">March TUESDAY, 28 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_29"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 29</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#March.2C_THURSDAY.2C_30_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">March, THURSDAY, 30 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_31"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 31</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March TUESDAY, 28 1871</span></h2> <p>Mr. Wm Black from Port Perry was here all last night. Had a litter of Berkshires from the old sow 9 in number 6 are living and doing well. Spent the day in the bush boiling sap. boiled 30 pails. The sap ran from the trees very fast. Bright days and frosty night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 29</span></h2> <p>Was busy all day boiling. Down 38 pails of sap in the lower bush. Father rode horseback to J.C. Snell to see little many {illegible: pahs?} has the scarlet fever, not a serious attack. It was a warm day and windy all the snow of the east storm has disappeared.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">March, THURSDAY, 30 1871</span></h2> <p>It takes a pretty large share of the time to attend to the stuck at this season of the year especially the sheep, have had 18 young lambs of which 5 which 5 are dead. Was splitting firewood and gathered 14 pails of sap. Received a letter from Uncle J. Ferguson. They are well and busy at spring seeding.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 31</span></h2> <p>Was boiling sap again all day in the bush reached 22 pails to one pail. Walked to Brampton this evening was {illegible: believed?} at G.E. Woods, also was at choir practice. Received a letter from Uncle Adam, they are doing well. Willy Mason is quite low with consumption.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_SATURDAY.2C_1_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, SATURDAY, 1 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_2"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 2</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_MONDAY.2C_3_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, MONDAY, 3 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 4</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, SATURDAY, 1 1871</span></h2> <p>Soft drizzling snow squalls from the S.E. which melted as fast as it fell. The snow is all gone excepting a few solid snow blanks next the fences. The frost is out of the ground. Was splitting and piling firewood all day. Robert Crawford commences word today for 7 or 8 months @ $12 per month. Have 14 lambs and lying calf.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 2</span></h2> <p>Walked up to S.S this morning. The roads are exceedingly bad, just snow - Supt pils. Lesson Matt V - 13 to 20 nicely illustrated on blackboard. Mr James Crawford spent the day {illegible}. Went to Brampton this evening heard Rev Mr McFadden preach text John XVII 33rd verse. A drizzling rain set in from the south.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, MONDAY, 3 1871</span></h2> <p>Was boiling in the bush this forenoon but commenced raining at noon and had showers all afternoon. Was docking the sheep and year old labs also decked the tails of twelve young lambs. Spent the evening at home reading the February number of "Ladies" Repository.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 4</span></h2> <p>Boiled down 28 pails sap. Father went to Old John Elliots funeral, he died on Saturday Brampton aged 76 years. He was one of the oldest settlers being 54 years since he left England. A strong west wind ground drying up fast. Had a calf from Betty.</p> <p>{There is an error with this PDF. These are the same pages as the ones in PDF 31}.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_5_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, WEDNESDAY, 5 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 6</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_FRIDAY.2C_7_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, FRIDAY, 7 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_8"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 8</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, WEDNESDAY, 5 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in pulling down 60 rods of fences and bring up the rotten and broken nails resawing all the sound trees for rebuilding the fences. The women folks are busy house cleaning and white washing. Ms. James Crawford spent the evening here. A bright warm day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 6</span></h2> <p>Was rebuilding the fence we are down yesterday. Drew with horses and waggon the cider stakes for it. Gathered 12 pails of sap last night and 1,4 tonight making 20 pails on hand, it rain from the trees pretty fast this week on account of frost at night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, FRIDAY, 7 1871</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing sod today it is pretty wet on the lowest ground and some frost here and there but the greater part plows very well. "Robert" boiled 30 pails of sap bring the last boil of the season. Spent evening at choir practice, the stove were all closed today in Brampton. Aft was very warm the thermometer nearly 75* in the shade.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 8</span></h2> <p>Was snowing plaster in the {illegible} this forenoon. Brought up all the sugar {illegible: kittles} and barrels from the bush the season is over. Went to Brampton this afternoon got measured for a suit of grey tweed, had a chat with Alick. The weather is very warm the grass and fall wheat are getting quite green.</p> <p>{There is an error with this PDF. These are the same pages as the ones in PDF 32}.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_SUNDAY.2C_9_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, SUNDAY, 9 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_10"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 10</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_TUESDAY.2C_11_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, TUESDAY, 11 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 12</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, SUNDAY, 9 1871</span></h2> <p>Walked up to S. School this morning. The roads are quite dry and dusty. Supt also. Lesson I Kings XIX 1 to 7 verse. Father and mother are up at J.C. Snells. There children are quite bad with scarlet fever. Heard Rev W McFadden preach at Brampton tonight text Matt XXVID, descriptive of our Lord's resurrection.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 10</span></h2> <p>Finished sowing the plaster on the meadows and pastures. Was plowing until 4 o'clock, where rain set in from the N.E is raining heavily all night it is a very cold rain. Plucked a full blown wild flower in the woods last Saturday, also Killed a mosquito the same evening.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, TUESDAY, 11 1871</span></h2> <p>The heavy rains last night and this morning have re-commenced the mud reign. Drove to Brampton the morning and waited with 2 PM, getting my long boots half soled at 6. Coyne's. Bought a cane seated stool for the melodeon. Was reading some interesting letters in the Globe from Rev. W.M. Punshon who is travelling on the Union Pacific "R.R." to California and British Columbia.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 12</span></h2> <p>Was plowing this forenoon but gave up, Its being too wet. Was repairing fence and choring around generally. Lavina had a small party of low young Ladies schoolmates and treated them with maple taffy.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_TUESDAY.2C_13_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, TUESDAY, 13 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 14</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_SATURDAY.2C_15_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, SATURDAY, 15 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_16"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 16</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, TUESDAY, 13 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in pairing the sheep's fat and putting on Clerestone and verdigris went over the whole flock nearly very sheep is troubled with the disease more or less. Plowed half an aw of sod this afternoon. Had some showers from the West mixed with snow. Just one year since Uncle William was buried.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 14</span></h2> <p>Plowed over an acre of clover sod. Received a copy of Chicago Weekly Tribune from Uncle Adam. it contains a qual-deal of matter being very fine print. Spent the evening at choir practice. Had to pick out new cloth for my suit the first piece being all sold. The weather is cool and dry pretty land frosts.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, SATURDAY, 15 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove the team to Brampton early this morning and bought home from Haggert Bros a new roller with a cast now spring seat fastened on the back part of the frame it is very convenient price of roller $ 34. Had dealings with J. Learmeut trading even a ewe and twin lambs for 2 of his stove pigs 7 months old.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 16</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres, - lesson - Matt VI, 1-15. Each teacher received a present of 7 different kinds of flower from Mr. Milland. Rev Mr. Russel took tea here tonight young, Eli Crawford was with him. Heard him preach in Brampton tonight text Job XXIX and 6th verse.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_MONDAY.2C_17_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, MONDAY, 17 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_18"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 18</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_19_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, WEDNESDAY, 19 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 20</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, MONDAY, 17 1871</span></h2> <p>Was picking stoves off the meadow throwing them into the waggon and hauling them into off with 2 yr old cold "Charley." Was rolling the meadow with the new roller. Finished plowing the little orchard hawing round the rows of trees with one horse. Spent the evening at home reading.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 18</span></h2> <p>Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday. Rev W. McFadden was here for dinner today. Sold the cow "Bob Jail" to old Mr Williams Butcher @ $30 including her calf 4 weeks old. Had another calf today from 3 yr old red heifer. The weather has been cool and is raining from the E. tonight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, WEDNESDAY, 19 1871</span></h2> <p>Yesterday was any twentieth birthday. Commenced our spring seeding by plowing oats on bush plowed. Sod. came on a heavy east rain with thunder and lightening at noon putting a damper on the sowing for the present. Spent the evening in reading the Fifth School Reader which contains some interesting matter.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 20</span></h2> <p>Was shoveling drains letting the water of the plowed fields. Was hauling back muck from the bush for the flower beds in the front yard, planted 5 young maples and one bush in the front lane in place of ones that have died. Was reading the "Peel Banner".</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_FRIDAY.2C_21_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, FRIDAY, 21 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 22</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_SUNDAY.2C_23_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, SUNDAY, 23 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_24"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 24</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, FRIDAY, 21 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished sowing oats and harrowing them in. The weather is very dull and cloudy, the ground drys very slowly it being in a very, soft state. Walked to Brampton this evening to the choir practice.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 22</span></h2> <p>Was trying to plow sod at the other place but had to give it up on account of the wet. Went to Brampton. received my new suit of dark tweed and light {illegible} pants and vest $ 20 a new rosary hat $ 1.30 and other articles 30 cents per {illegible: poser?} at night 74 inch thick.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, SUNDAY, 23 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt afts - lesson - 1 kings XIX 11 to 13. J.C. Snell and family spent the day here. J.C.S Viney and I, drove down to Harry Jonsse and staid an hour or so. Heard Rev. A Russel preach in Brampton tonight text - I Thessalonians V - Pray without crawing". A cold chilly day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 24</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing sod today at the other place it has dried very fast since last Saturday, is now in good order. Was sewed with a notice by the comtable to attend the Count of Revision tomorrow week to answer for the farm. Lease got up for voting. Sold 2 cows.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_TUESDAY.2C_25_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, TUESDAY, 25 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_26"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 26</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_THURSDAY.2C_27_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">April, THURSDAY, 27 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_28"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 28</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, TUESDAY, 25 1871</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday. Sowed an acre of early peas yesterday (the little orchard). The second team was rolling the rate field 1 acres, Planted 3 or 4 apple trees and a rose bush from Leslie Nursery. Toronto also some cherry trees a present from J Learmeut. Spent evening at J.C. Snell's in reading and chat.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 26</span></h2> <p>Was plowing half the forenoon. Then went to Brampton to the Spring show of the C.P.A Society. There was quite a crowd of people, it being a very fine day. a large show of good bulls, {illegiable: Took?} Clifton {from?} got no prize. He weighed 1970 lbs, there was also a good show of Stallions. Paid {illegible: Haggerts?} note of $16. Receive from father a deed for the 25 acres.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, THURSDAY, 27 1871</span></h2> <p>Rained quite heavily nearly all day from East giving the ground a regular soaking, Was carrying potatoes over from the house cellar to the driving house, have 16 bags "{illegible: Gornet Chili?}" and 5 bags "Early Whites" a few which are rotten. Paid A. M Gaul Caledon for 25 stakes we drew lait winter $4.25.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 28</span></h2> <p>Father sold in Brampton 2 bags "Early Whites" and bought 1 bag "{illegible}" @ 90 cts per bag also bought pick "Early Rose" @ 50 cts per bag. Was picking down old fences to be put in an improved state. Spent evening at choir Practice. The weather is cold and windy.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#April.2C_SATURDAY.2C_29_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">April, SATURDAY, 29 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_30"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 30</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_MONDAY.2C_1_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, MONDAY, 1 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_2"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 2</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">April, SATURDAY, 29 1871</span></h2> <p>Was building on the North site of the Cane this forenoon the old fence was pretty well. need of, partly bail over 60 rods. Spent the afternoon at Ambrose Woodhall's bee for raising a new barn 80 x 34. it was hard work and very exciting, Slight westerly showers prevailed.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 30</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. although he had to drive 18 miles before school time lesson - Matt VI -19-34. Heard Rev. W. McFadden preach at Lion this afternoon text - Prov - VI, 6th verse, received from the ministers the {illegible: Luarterly? Quarterly?} tickets for May. Walked to Brampton church to night and heard the same sermon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, MONDAY, 1 1871</span></h2> <p>Was plowing sod all day at the other place. Fixed up the swim gate at noon across the creek between E. Bunting and us. Commenced sowing barley this afternoon cultivating with the other team. The weather was pretty warm, the grass is growing very fast, 3 inch high, very good sheep pasture.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 2</span></h2> <p>Finished cultivating and harrowing 11 acre of barley in front of house done my first sowing grain with ten hands, The Court of Revis in took place today of Edmonton, quite a crowd of people present, Father went up but any lease was not called on, it passed off favourably to the Reform party. Had a lamb from the Largest-ewe in the flock.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_3_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, WEDNESDAY, 3 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_FRIDAY.2C_5_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, FRIDAY, 5 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, WEDNESDAY, 3 1871</span></h2> <p>Was plowing the head ridges and water furrowing the field of barley, also sowed clover sod 10 lbs and Timothy 3 lbs to acre on it. Plowed 12 an acre of sod this afternoon. Planted some Early Goodwich and Early White potatoes in the garden. spent evening reading S. School Library books.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 4</span></h2> <p>A heavy East storm prevailed throughout the day with a high wind, putting in flock to seeding operations for a day or two. Was dressing the sheeps feet, it is a troublesome disease, it is affecting the young lambs. Tanned 60 bush fall wheat it being now ready for market. The storm had started this evening.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, FRIDAY, 5 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in shovelling drains and letting water off the barley field. Was digging past holes and setting posts for a board fence on the N.E. side of the barnyard from hogpen around the corner of lane to the creek. Spent the evening at Practice, learning on the Handel's choruses, it is very difficult.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 6</span></h2> <p>Rode to Brampton for medicine and a bottle of Cookeville wine for father who is very sick on kind of filliance attack. Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday, finished up some fencing and sowing clover seed. The weather has cleared up fine manure.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_SUNDAY.2C_7_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, SUNDAY, 7 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_8"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 8</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_TUESDAY.2C_9_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, TUESDAY, 9 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_10"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 10</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, SUNDAY, 7 1871</span></h2> <p>Want to S. School this morning. Supt, aba on lesson - 1 Kings XXII - 1 to 37. Took dinner at J.C. Snells and spent part of the afternoon there. Heard Rev A. Russel preach in Brampton tonight - text - Mark VI 14th verse. Had shower of hail today.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 8</span></h2> <p>E. Bunting was helping me to plow sod with his team and plow all day. Turned over rather more than 2 acres. The ground is very soft. A cold north wind all day, froze ice on the water trough last night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, TUESDAY, 9 1871</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday plowed 1 1/4 acres. Erastus Bunting is plowing for J. Learmaeut today, being through seeding, he is helping his neighbours. Robert was digging post holes for brand lanes from the wad down behind the barn. Spent the evening reading April Ladies Repository.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 10</span></h2> <p>Finished plowing the sod for the peas. Sowed 8 acres of peas with 18 bush of our old seed and 2 bush of crown peas. {illegible because of ink stain} it 2 strokes with the {illegible because of ink stain}. Spent the evening choir practice in Brampton. Practicing Hallelujah choruses with the help of part of P.M choir.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_THURSDAY.2C11_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, THURSDAY,11 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 12</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_SATURDAY.2C_13_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, SATURDAY, 13 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 14</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, THURSDAY,11 1871</span></h2> <p>Was rolling the barley field it has got very hard and solid with last week's heavy rains. The weather is fine and dry all week getting a little warmer every day. Mr Frank Holfe died very suddenly in {illegible: chringo?} this morning of appoplexy.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 12</span></h2> <p>Finished harrowing and rolling the pea field 8 {illegible} "other place" it looks well after being finished. Was engaged this afternoon in washing our sheep 37 or {illegible} in the 6 to berk. The water was {illegible because of ink stain}. The weather clear and warmer. Spent the evening at Practice.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, SATURDAY, 13 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove to Norval Mills this morning with 10 bush of wheat for a grist sold 50 lbs &amp; Archs Brunting @ $1.62 1/2. A new telegraph 60 (Dominion) are putting up this line of posts from Brampton to Georgetown via {illegible: N10?} sideroad. J.C. Snell and family were here for dinner today. Tomorrow their 3rd wedding anniversary.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 14</span></h2> <p>Went to the fourth Quarterly meeting for the year in Brampton. Rev Dr Wood of Toronto preached text - I John III - 8th verse, a very instructive discourse. Took dinner at Mrs {illegible}. Heard Rev. Mr. Healey preach tonight - text - I Corinthians - XIII - 13th verse. A fine day but very cool.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_MONDAY.2C_15_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, MONDAY, 15 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_16"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 16</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_17_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, WEDNESDAY, 17 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_18"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 18</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, MONDAY, 15 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove the team to Norval for a load of fence lumber, bought nearly a thousand feet, it is a pretty fair quality of lumber, is green and heavy being fresh from the say. Was cross plowing the plot of ground on the N. side of little orchard for potatoes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 16</span></h2> <p>Went to Norval again this morning, brought a larger load than yesterday, had to make two trips up the bredet hill with it. Commenced shawing sharp this afternoon, sheared 9 which averaged about 8 1/2 lbs each. Had a slight westerly shower. Turned the cows on grass for the {illegible}. also Clifton and the calves.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, WEDNESDAY, 17 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished sheaving sheep today. 36 in number is the flock this season. Shaving is rather nice work, but very tiresome on the back. Spent the evening at the choir Practice in the W.M. church, had a full attendance. The weather is quite cool and white frost at night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 18</span></h2> <p>Drove to Norval again today. brought home a load of fence lumber about 900 feet which the fill a fence stuff. Bought a new Duy fuk price. Spent the evening reading "Charles Dickens" Nicholas Weekly. Turned the cattle out to grass on the 16th net for the first.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_FRIDAY.2C_19_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, FRIDAY, 19 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 20</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_SUNDAY.2C_21_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, SUNDAY, 21 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 22</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, FRIDAY, 19 1871</span></h2> <p>Was drilling up the ground for potatoes and hauling manure for filing up the drills. Was fixing the line fence across the creek next to Wiggins' at Robert Lowes's evidence was led by Miss B Lowes on the piano stroke.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 20</span></h2> <p>Was planting potatoes finish at noon, planted 5 kinds Early Rose and Gordwich, Gournet Chili Gleason and Early White in all 42 an acre. Spent the afternoon at Benjamin {illegible: Metious?}. Raising of a cow house, had a pleasant time and a good game of ball. Spent the evening reading Nicholas Nickely.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, SUNDAY, 21 1871</span></h2> <p>Drove Aunt Mary and Viney up to J.C. Snells this morning. Dawson Modeland drove up there to from Brampton. Took dinner and tea there. Yesterday and today were very warm 87* in the shade. Heard Rev K.L. Russel preach at Brampton tonight - text - Psalma XXII "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem."</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 22</span></h2> <p>Went to Norval and brought home the last of the lumber bill also 4 scauttings 3X4 and 2 do 4X4, which were not included in the bill, it is a very fair quality of lumber all through. Was at Brampton this evening brought box of paper collars, 20 cts, and got my hair fabriced.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_TUESDAY.2C_23_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, TUESDAY, 23 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_24"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 24</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_THURSDAY.2C_25_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, THURSDAY, 25 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_26"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 26</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, TUESDAY, 23 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged all day in sittin fewer posts for a new board fence. The ground is so dry that it is almost impossible to get the posts solid. Drove to Brampton tonight to the concert practice in the out house. Had a full attendance of all the number. Had a stormy house colt from "Old Far."</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 24</span></h2> <p>Was working all forenoon at the board fence. Went to Brampton this afternoon and saw a lively game of Lacrosse between two Toronto clubs "Ontario" and "Jellago" the former were victors. Sang in the choir at the Grand {Coureut?} as the Court house. very large crowd. Had several solo singers and a</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, THURSDAY, 25 1871</span></h2> <p>Mr Boreouits Peaniet to King A Port weal. He is a splendid performer. Realizes after paying expenses $75. Was hauling manure m turnip ground 22 loads. J.C Snell left by 9 oclock train via Toronto and Quebec for Great Britain. Brought home a young Berkshire from J. Snells of our litter the was being sold 5 for $10 each. A thunder shower the first rain for 3 weeks.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 26</span></h2> <p>Drove the horses and waggon up to J.C. Snells this morning and brought Jan and the two children with a load of necessary articles down town place when she is going to reside until of C.S. return. Was cross plowing the turnip ground and finished up the new load fence beyond the calf pasture.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_SATURDAY.2C_27_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, SATURDAY, 27 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_28"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 28</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_MONDAY.2C_29_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">May, MONDAY, 29 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_30"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 30</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, SATURDAY, 27 1871</span></h2> <p>Mr. William Broddy called and left 2 subpoenad to attend Revision Count before judge Scott, 31st inet. also $1 10 each for expenses. Had the buggy repaired at Edmonton, all the trees silt and a new shift changes - to come in Credit Bill. Christopher Fox is here all night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 28</span></h2> <p>Drove up to S. School this morning Supt pres - lesson Matt VII 13 to 24. Mr George Graham preach at Lion this afternoon. Heard Rev W, McFadden preach tonight in Brampton. Text Romans VI - 22. A very warm day 88* in the shade. C. Fox left hen tonight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, MONDAY, 29 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in pulling by heard the cockle and redroot out of the fall wheat. There was not a great deal of it. The wheat looks very well on the average and is just ready to come out in head. Finished plowing and cultivating the turnip ground.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 30</span></h2> <p>Commenced hauling manure on the fallow drew 13 loads. It is a long distance to haul it to the backside of the farm, so that it will be slow work. Was over at the Guy Bell's this evening. They are getting along merrily. It is melting hot weather the thermometer over 90* deg.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#May.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_31_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">May, WEDNESDAY, 31 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_THURSDAY.2C_1_1871"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">June, THURSDAY, 1 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_FRIDAY_2_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, FRIDAY 2 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_3"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 3</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">May, WEDNESDAY, 31 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to Brampton this morning to the Court of Revision it being an appeal from {Cowet of Rebis?} at Edmonton. There are over seventy to be. Tried nearly all Performances only 7 cases tried today all successful but one. There were two lawyers from Toronto and with Mr. Flenning took charge of affairs.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, THURSDAY, 1 1871</span></h2> <p>Was hauling manure can at fallow with 2 waggons and one team drew 18 wads. There were 12 cases third in Brampton today the reform. {illegible} about half. Sold a fat ewe to Crawforth for $40. Took a 2 Jeardd colt into pasture for summer belonging to J,W. Main.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, FRIDAY 2 1871</span></h2> <p>Received the sad intelligence yesterday through the "Banner" of Willy Mason's death in Mission on the 24th of May aged 19 yrs died of consumption. Was at the same work as yesterday hauling 20 loads. Spent the evening at Mrs Davids Smith's social for the Vestry fund. Realized $25. The brass band was present.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 3</span></h2> <p>Finished drawing manure on the fallow having part 75 wads on 6 1/2 acres. They were very large loads 12 ft long. The weather has been exceedingly warm all this week averaging 90*. Drove sister Jennie up to her house for minutes pleasantly at Wilton Lodge.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_SUNDAY.2C_4_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, SUNDAY, 4 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_5"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 5</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_TUESDAY.2C_6_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, TUESDAY, 6 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 7</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, SUNDAY, 4 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Sup pres. Lesson II Kings II 1 to 8 verses, an interesting one. Drove to Brampton this evening and heard Rev James Pearen preach text Isaiah IVIII - 13 and 14th verses, a very good sermon on the importance and seriousness of keeping the sabbath day holy.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 5</span></h2> <p>Yesterday "Lady Harrington" of a bull calf.. Walked to Brampton this morning to the Ajourned Revision Court, but gave up our case with a dozen more, being entered on the Assessment roll to Cate. Here J.H. Cameron was there front Toronto. Commenced the roadwork today put 3 1/2 days having the teams in.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, TUESDAY, 6 1871</span></h2> <p>Put in 3 more days work on the road today. It is very hard work the clay is dry and hard. Have 1 1/2 days yet to put in the work is nearly done excepting from to be done on the gravel road/ Commenced raining about dark excepting two very light showers we have had no rain since the 4th May.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Clear and cool this morning not a great deal of rain last night, Went to Norval with 38 bush of Dickl wheat sold at $1.25 per bush paid lumber bill $ 28.68 had $ 19 remaining from the load of wheat. Bought at Cooks Saw mill. Esquesing 6 squares shingle at 50 cts each.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_THURSDAY.2C_8_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, THURSDAY, 8 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_9"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 9</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_SATURDAY.2C_10_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, SATURDAY, 10 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 11</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, THURSDAY, 8 1871</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing the summer follows for the first time. It is very hard and dry but does not turn up in large lumps but crumbles down. Went to Brampton with 52 bush wheat sold to K. Chisholm @ $1.23 per bush, bought a Godwich salt $1.10.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Was at the plowing all day. Plowed 1 1/3 acres. Took sister Elice down to Cole's gallery for to get the photograph. Sold 2 pieces of cured bacon for $3.33. Bought 38 lbs of cut nails @3 1/2 cts. paid H. Chisholms Acc $20.00. Spent the evening at Practice, nothing special going on now attendance rather slim.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, SATURDAY, 10 1871</span></h2> <p>Mailed a letter yesterday to Uncle Adam Missow. Was working at the building of an addition to the sheep pen. Had two or three heavy thunder showers this afternoon, it was badly needed. Drove Jennie up to Mr. John Snells tonight on a visit.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. lesson Matt XIII 24 to 30 verse. Went to Brampton at 2 P.M. to P.M. Church and heard addresses to S. School scholar from this minister. Mr and Mrs John R. Craig took tea here this evening. he starts for England next Thursday. Heard Rev Mr Wallis preach in Brampton text Psalm XLIII 6.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_MONDAY.2C_12_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, MONDAY, 12 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_13"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 13</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_14_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, WEDNESDAY, 14 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 15</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, MONDAY, 12 1871</span></h2> <p>Was plowing fallow all day with our team. Mr and Mrs H.J. Modeland, Aunt Betsy and Mrs J. Raine were here this afternoon on a visit, also Old Mr Jones and Mr Mrs Jack Jones, a good many for one day's visiting. spent evening reading "David Copper Field by "Dickens."</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 13</span></h2> <p>The team and one hand working on the roads this forenoon, which finishes out {illegible: statale?} (8 days) for this year. Father and mother went to Brampton to hear Rev. S, Antliff from England preach, here a P. Methodist and a wiseful and able preached very cold weather for the season.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, WEDNESDAY, 14 1871</span></h2> <p>Was lowing in the 3 acre field next the woods across the Etobicoke. it is a stuff sod with a good deal of grass which is hard to cover. Was moving the cedar fence behind the barn, dividing the 15 acre field into 2 equal parts. Spent evening reading David Field.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Was at the same reception as yesterday, The weather keeps very cool slight frosts at night, Wild and tame strawberries are ripe. A reform meeting in Brampton raised $170 for expenses other party, gave $3 {illegible} it. Mrs John Snell is here all night.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_FRIDAY.2C_18_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, FRIDAY, 18 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_17"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 17</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_SUNDAY.2C_18_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, SUNDAY, 18 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_19"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 19</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, FRIDAY, 18 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to Brampton with this jear's clip of wool 275 lbs sold &amp; K.C Co @ 34 cts pu lb had 15 lbs matted wool price for that reduced one third received for whole lot $91.90. Spent evening at practice. This is strawberry season. Aunt Lizzie has a great quantity and is realizing considerable out of the saba 12 1/2 cts per 'qut.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 17</span></h2> <p>Was plowing all day and finished up the summer fallout the side hill plowing is tiresome work. The hill being so steep that we have to plow around it throwing the furrow down hill. Sold a 2 yr old steer to Williamson drover, for $50 was very large for his age and in good trim.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, SUNDAY, 18 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S.S. this morning. Light abs. Lesson VI Kings 2.920 a small attendance and dull. Mr. J.B. Guinshaw is very sick with dropsy and heart disease. The doctor have given him up for lost. Heard Rev Mr Stonehouse preach in Brampton, was one of the P.M. ministers, but has joined W.M. Conference - text - Numbers XIV 24th.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 19</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in drilling up the turnip ground and sowing with Swede turnip seed about 2 3/4 acres sowed 6 lb of seed on it. Had a fine red and a little white {illegible} calf from {uncertain name: Roger?}.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_TUESDAY.2C_20_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, TUESDAY, 20 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_21"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 21</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_THURSDAY.2C_22_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, THURSDAY, 22 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 23</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, TUESDAY, 20 1871</span></h2> <p>Was working at the new sheep pen. Put a new plank floor in the horse stable laying crossways on top of the {illegible: floor?} gave received a letter from J.B. Snell within from London dorr. Ireland shortly after {illegible: hee?} around. he was just 10 days crossing the Atlantic had calm weather all the time. Had a westerly shower. Planted 65 cabbage plants.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 21</span></h2> <p>Finished shingling the new sheep pen. Jane walked up to Mr John Snells and Sarah drove her down this evening. The Pell Battalion 361th Volunteer returned from Niagara, where thus has been 5000 of them dulling for 2 weeks.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, THURSDAY, 22 1871</span></h2> <p>Was doctoring the sheep's feet went over the whole flock dipping each foot into a solution of bluestone. Spent the afternoon at Robert Carter's barn raising, had a nice lively time. Father took a grist of 10 bush wheat to Maine's new steam grist mill in Brampton.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 23</span></h2> <p>Commenced haying this morning by cutting 4 acres of clover 'd-is short and this will not be over a load to the acre. Brought of E. Humphrey's Edmonton a new waggon hay rack $5.00 a new horse rake $4.50 and a new washing machine $4.50. A sovel tonight at W. Broddy, realized $57.00 in aid and of the Vestry.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_SATURDAY.2C_24_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, SATURDAY, 24 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 25</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_MONDAY.2C_26_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, MONDAY, 26 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 27</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, SATURDAY, 24 1871</span></h2> <p>Rain from the East commenced in the night continued till noon. Rev Jas Pearsen was here all last night, went to Brampton this morning. Was hauling sand and gravel from the creek for 25 put a cement floor in the cellars. Drove Jane and Lu two children up to John Snells this evening for an hour or so.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 25</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pus. Lesson Mark VIII 31 25 58. Rev AJ Russel preached this farewell sermon in Brampton this morning. Rev W. McFadden preach his last sermon this evening - text - IV Timothy IV 7th and 8th verse, a large audience. Spent the afternoon and took tea. Viney and I at Guy Bell's.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, MONDAY, 26 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished cutting with the mower 9 acres of clover. Raked and cocked up 1/3 of it this afternoon. Went to Benefit Concert this evening for Sandy Taylor ablind {illegible: mause?} in the Court House. The songs were {illegible: princepally Sestohe?} song by Jeanie Watson and Miss Maggie Barr, the former having a very powerful.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Got home the first grist to the new steam mill Brampton it runs well and does good work. Deposited in the {illegible: Muchautt?} Bank $125.00 which will draw interest @ 4 per cent after 3 months. Brought 3 barels of water lime @ $2.00 each. Was putting it in the cellar floor as a cement.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_28_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">June, WEDNESDAY, 28 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_29"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 29</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#June.2C_FRIDAY.2C_30_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">June, FRIDAY, 30 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SATURDAY.2C_1_1871"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">July, SATURDAY, 1 1871</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, WEDNESDAY, 28 1871</span></h2> <p>Was drawing in hay all day hauled 8 loads, shipping the 9 acre clover field except one small load it is slow work pitching it being as short but of a very good quality. Mrs W. Joness and brother Mr Ross called here this evening. Jane got a long interesting letter from J.C.S.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 29</span></h2> <p>Has safely landed in Old England and is enjoying herself thoroughly. Mowed 6 {illegible} clover and Timothy in the old orchard field. The half yearly examination of Brampton High Dehove Took place today seven of the neighbours and {illegible: Brampton} started for England today.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">June, FRIDAY, 30 1871</span></h2> <p>Was plasting the cellar floor under the house with water lime. Raked and cocked up 6 acres of hay this afternoon. The weather is cool and dry. The bailey is fully shot out and rats just coming. Aunt Mary and Viney went to Toronto on the {illegible: case?}.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SATURDAY, 1 1871</span></h2> <p>A warm clear day. Went to Toronto on the 9 o'clock train this morning with 2 on 3 companions. visited the Osgoode Hall and other public buildings. Witnessed a lacrosse game between Montreal Indians and Toronto Club the latter were victors. Had a mile race one of the Indians was the fastest.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SUNDAY.2C_2_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, SUNDAY, 2 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_3"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 3</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_TUESDAY.2C_4_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, TUESDAY, 4 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_5"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 5</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SUNDAY, 2 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt Pres. Lesson I Samuel XVI 1 to 178. Did not get name from Toronto untill 1:30 o'clock this morning having missed last nights train. Drove Jennie and family up to John Snell's this afternoon for an hour or so.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 3</span></h2> <p>Hauled in 6 loads of hay out of the orchard field. Tried one load to take it off with the horse fork but it would not wok well the hay being too short so that we must give up the use of it for this season. It was a fine hay day. Was at G. John Campbell's this morning.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, TUESDAY, 4 1871</span></h2> <p>Commenced raining this morn at 5 A.M. from SE. Lasted 3 or 4 hours. also a thunder shower this evening. Finished water liming the cellars. Received a letter from J.C.S. England, lengthy and well within, took it up to John Snell's tonight for their perusal, enjoyed the evening well.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 5</span></h2> <p>Mrs J.C.S and Johnny. I went went to Oakville on Monday to Uncle Taylor's Received yesterday from J.C. a copy of Irish Daily Times printed in Dublin. Mailed the Globe and C. Gentlemen to him. Finished mowing the orchard field and drew in 3 more loads making 20.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_THURSDAY.2C_6_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, THURSDAY, 6 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 7</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SATURDAY.2C_8_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, SATURDAY, 8 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_9"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 9</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, THURSDAY, 6 1871.</span></h2> <p>Had a South Rain this afternoon and in the evening a heavy thunder shower. The first heavy rain for 2 months. Was farming a wad of wheat for mark. Sold 41 bush at $1.15.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Commenced cutting our last field of hay of 7 1/2 acres {illegible} it more than half. Went to Brampton this afternoon mailed a Weekly Globe to J.C. Snell. Jane and Viney came home from Oakville where they have been all week brought 22 qts of strawberries, it is the staple fruit there.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SATURDAY, 8 1871</span></h2> <p>Drew in 7 loads of hay today of excellent quality nearly all Timothy. Mr. Robt Smith spent last evening here. A meeting of Reform delegates in Brampton decided on K. Chisholm to run against J.H. Cameron.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. Lesson Mark IX 33 49. Heard Rev John Huny preach at Lion at 2 1/2 P.M. text Matt XVI 28. He is nearly 90 years of age. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach in Brampton text II Kings V 12th. he is stationed on this circuit for a year. A very warm day.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_MONDAY.2C_10_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, MONDAY, 10 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 11</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_12_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, WEDNESDAY, 12 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_13"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 13</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, MONDAY, 10 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished cutting hay this forenoon. Drew in 4 loads of hay, clearing the orchard field. Father went to Brampton this morning and mailed two letters for England, one from Jennie and the other from me to J.C. Snell. The weather dull and cloudy. Have 1 loads of splendid Timothy hay, fine and sweet.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>Finished up the hay harvest drew in 3 loads, making a total of 35 loads from 32 acres. Commenced cross plowing this summon fallow. Mr. John Hunter brought a letter up from Brampton from J.C.S. to Jennie, he writes very long and interesting letters, Mr. T.B. {illegible: Guirshaw?} is dying. he has suffered very severely. Died at 10:45 P.M.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, WEDNESDAY, 12 1871.</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon on a frshing and burying excursion to John Snell's Lake, caught only 8 sun fish, it being so very hot we had to give apt at noon. raspberries are rather scarce. Spent evening in Brampton. bought a new S.S. Music Book "The Organ" 50 ets. Jennie and Viney were down get tiny some fixings for the funeral.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 13</span></h2> <p>Went to Mr. J.B. Grimshaur's funeral at 1 P.M. buried at the new cemetery Brampton. Rev. W.W. Carson preached a powerful summon from Revelations. Is is a sad lose to his wife and family and she feels very lonely indeed. Was helping Robert Smith to raise a new shed and coustable.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_FRIDAY.2C_14_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, FRIDAY, 14 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 15</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SUNDAY.2C_16_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, SUNDAY, 16 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_17"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 17</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, FRIDAY, 14 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished cross plowing the largest field of fallow. The weather drawing the past week has been very warm and dry. The wheat harvest started yesterday. Spent the evening at Mrs. King's serial, Mains sheet Brampton, a very pleasant night and brass band in attendance, not a great many present, realized $23.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Was helping J. Learmeut cut wheat this afternoon he has a new self raker. There has been an unusual number of deaths and accidents this summer. A sons of Mr. Lowe's got both arms cut off with a mower. Mr. John Hindle was nearly killed by a bull.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SUNDAY, 16 1871.</span></h2> <p>Miss Jessie Thompson died this morning at 3 o'clock after 10 days illness of liver complaint. Was at S. School this morning Supt abs. Lesson - pt Sam XVI 48 to 52. Spent afternoon at Mr. John Snells in serial chat with the Misses Snell. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preached tonight text - John III - 16th verse, he is an earnest, eloquent preacher.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 17</span></h2> <p>Finished one of J. Learmeut's wheat fields and commenced our {illegible} acre field. There are only four of us to bind after the reaper making is pretty hard work to keep up to it. The {illegible: sheaver?} are tolerably well delivered, but the shaw is stiff and hard, sore work for the hands.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_TUESDAY.2C_18_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, TUESDAY, 18 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_19"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 19</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_TUESDAY.2C_20_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, TUESDAY, 20 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FIRDAY.2C_21"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FIRDAY, 21</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, TUESDAY, 18 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished reaping our fall wheat and shocked part of it up. It is a very good crop, very plump grain and the shaw bright, and free from rust. There is considerable {illegible: wasten?} shelling out while handling it, being real ripe. Strong, cool north wind and no signs of rain. Spent evening reading, July Repository.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 19</span></h2> <p>Was setting up the remainder of the wheat and helping John Learmeut finish his sheat cutting. Was hauling away the good and bad nails from before the new board fences, picking out a few of the best of the pieces for fine wood, piling the remainder around old stumps in the fallow. The weather is very cool.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, TUESDAY, 20 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was hauling 10 loads of manure on the 3 acre fallow field, only the high ground needing any be the ground is quite new. Misses Sarah S.K.F. Snell were here on a visit this afternoon. Jennie received another letter from J.C.S. {illegible} other from York, he is getting weary of so much travelling. Father was at Bailey {illegible} Show of Wild Animals.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FIRDAY, 21</span></h2> <p>Drew in five loads of wheat in in five order and will thresh easily. Started cross plowing the smaller fallow. The old sods through it makes the plowing disagreeable. Went to Choir practice this evening. The first meeting for nearly two months.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SATURDAY.2C_22_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, SATURDAY, 22 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 23</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_MONDAY.2C_24_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, MONDAY, 24 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 25</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SATURDAY, 22 1871.</span></h2> <p>Hauled in 5 more loads of wheat today. Had a light shower at noon from N.W. Drove Jennie up to John Snells on Thursday, where she is spending a few days. The weather keeps very cool and dry.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 23</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. Lesson Matt XVIII 21 to 35th. Mr. Milland delivered a short address to the scholars about Miss Jessie Thompson's deats "She died husting in Jessie as Saviour". Heard Rev. John Shaw preach at Lion - text - II Timothy 11 - 13th. He preached the same sermon in Brampton tonight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, MONDAY, 24 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was up at sunrise this morning raking wheat stubble with the {illegible: sroath?} rake, drawn by hand sweeping about six feet. Finished drawing in the wheat, 13 loads of sheaves and 1 load of rakings. A very warm day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 25</span></h2> <p>Was hauling old nails and building a temporary fence {illegible: raids?} the pea field on the "other place" for a lane to pastime the back field. Mr. Fletcher Dyer from Michigan came here at noon after an absence of 3 years. he looks well his cheerful face reminds us of old times.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_26_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, WEDNESDAY, 26 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 27</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_FRIDAY.2C_28_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, FRIDAY, 28 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_29"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 29</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, WEDNESDAY, 26 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was hoeing turnips this forenoon, they are a nice average crop. Commenced cutting barley this afternoon. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. John Snell's, Mr. J.T. Dyer was there. with singing and lively conversation, it brought to remembrance old times and asseverations.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Had a fine shower last night {illegible} somewhat the face and {illegible: cepeet?} of nature. Mr. and Mrs. A.T. Campbell came here this evening to spend a day on two, it is nearly a year since they were here before, so that they are very welcome visitors. Mr. Dyer left here this morning for home affairs.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, FRIDAY, 28 1871.</span></h2> <p>Still engaged at thinning out and hoeing turnips, not doing any harvesting on account of dull weather. Jennie got another letter from J.C. Snell he was to sail yesterday from England. Alick and I drove up to Mr. Craigs tonight for Jennie where she has been staying a while.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 29</span></h2> <p>Spent the day reaping and cocking up barley. Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Campbell started for home which is Mt. Charles Toronto township. The weather is dull and cloudy, looking very much like rain but it does not come. an interesting tale in "Peel Banner" for last two months called "The Brave boys {illegible: Ruil?}"</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SUNDAY.2C_30_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, SUNDAY, 30 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_31"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 31</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_TUESDAY.2C_1_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, TUESDAY, 1 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_2"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 2</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">July, SUNDAY, 30 1871.</span></h2> <p>A dull, warm and oppresive day. Drove Jennie, Aunt Mary and Jennie Peacock over to the 3rd line east to Mr. Isaac, Modeland's and was there untill evening. It is not a good way to spend the Sabbath in visiting friends and especially those that are not professary Christians.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 31</span></h2> <p>Finished cutting the barley. Cradled a swath around the oat field. Drew in the early peas out of the young orchard 12 loads. Drove Viney and Jennie and the babies down to A.F. Campbells this evening sat up late and enjoyed {illegible: aurochs?} with serial chat and {illegible}. Deduced 2 pairs of long boots at Coyne's.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, TUESDAY, 1 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was up early, took breakfast at 6 o'clock, reached home at 8 o'clock. Paid for weaving a new rag carpet at Atkinsons" Brampton $2.90. Saw a copy of "London Weekly Advertiser". it is the neatest and cheapest paper published in Ontario ($1.00 a year). Was hauling in barley, brought in 5 loads in good condition.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 2</span></h2> <p>Took the lambs away from the ewes yesterday and put them on the clover and started fading trim peas. Finished drawing in barley, it is about half a crop. Jennie received another letter from J.C.S. written from London, he is getting homesick, is seeing many wonderful sights. A very hot day, 90*.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY.2C_3_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY, 3 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August_SATURDAY.2C_5_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August SATURDAY, 5 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY, 3 1871.</span></h2> <p>Started reaping the oats yesterday and commenced binding them today, rather a light crop, pretty short and none too ripe, cut and bound 4 acres. It was a very sultry day, Thermometer 95* in the shade. The harvest apples are ripe, have only a few this year, a {illegible: neat?} many apples, have warms in the eve.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 4</span></h2> <p>Two of us and the team were at E. Bunting's threshing all day. J. Cation's machine, the fall wheat turned out well and a splendid sample. Spent evening reading news papers. Another hot and dry day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August SATURDAY, 5 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished cutting and binding the oats, and set them up. Uncle Taylor, wife and family came here from Oakville, with a lively team and spring waggon, are going to stay until Monday. they come after Jennie. They have five children 3 girls and 2 boys. Was at John Snell's early this morning.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 6</span></h2> <p>Drove Uncle Taylors fine team of Indian ponies to S. School this morning, Supt {illegible}. Lesson - Luke - IX 51 to 62. Mr T. Jordan examined the school on the lesson. Went to Mr. B. Watson's creek at 5 P.M. to the baptism by immersion of J. Cation and R. Thompon a large crowd present.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_MONDAY.2C_7_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, MONDAY, 7 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_8"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 8</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_9_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, WEDNESDAY, 9 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_10"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 10</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, MONDAY, 7 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was cutting peas all day. They are a very good crop considering the dryness of the season, but have not ripened evenly, so that the highest ground has to be cut first. Uncl Taylor started for home at 4 P.M. It was so smoky that one could not see plainly across the fields.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 8</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, about half the field pulled tonight. Drove Jennie and Viney, down to Brampton tonight to see Howe's English Circus and Menagerie, there was a great crowded present, but it was not as good as the advertisement and the people were disappointed.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, WEDNESDAY, 9 1871.</span></h2> <p>Had to draw water from the Etobicoke for washing purpose {illegible: the cister?} being dry, loads, a splendid quality of straw. Very smoky weather so much so that it affects one's eyes. Aunt Mrs. Traceman is here all night. Another letter from J.C.S.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 10</span></h2> <p>Sent the team and one hand to A. Woodhall's threshing. Was pulling peas all day. Mrs. John Snell spent the afternoon here. They have received another letter from J.C.S. He sailed from Liverpool on 4th August on the "Germany".</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_FRIDAY.2C_11_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, FRIDAY, 11 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 12</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SUNDAY.2C_13_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, SUNDAY, 13 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 14</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, FRIDAY, 11 1871.</span></h2> <p>M Arck. Bunting was here pulling peas all day. Was drawing in peas, hauled 10 loads, will have over 3 loads to the acre. Sold 3 lambs 1 ewe and {illegible: breks?} to John Snell for $40. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, Brampton. A warm {illegible: clou} day. A.B. finished the peas at noon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 12</span></h2> <p>Finished the pea pulling at noon today. Hauled in 9 loads of peas, had J. Learmeuts houd boy helping us in the morn. When J.C.S. wrote his last letter he was visiting in Devon shrine, his father's native place. The weather continues dry and smoky.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, SUNDAY, 13 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning. Heard Rev J. Shaw - text - Malachi III, 9 and 10. The sacrement of the Land's Supper was administered at the close of preaching service. Drove Jennie and family around to visit her own house on the 1st line. Rev J. Brooks baptized William Snell by immersion in creek. Heard of P. Craig preach in Brampton at 6 P.M. text Luke IX 13th verse.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 14</span></h2> <p>Commenced marking out the summer fallow into ridges 22 ft wide, being 3 cedar poles 11 ft long, neathy smoother and rounded, nearly 2 inches in diameter made from a cider nail. Drew in 5 more loads of peas this afternoon. Received from Mr. Gordan, Agent the book I subscribed for in April, "The History of Prussia and the late war."</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_TUESDAY.2C_15_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, TUESDAY, 15 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_16"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 16</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY.2C_17_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY, 17 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_13"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 13</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, TUESDAY, 15 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished harvest for this year. This morning by bringing in the two last loads of peas, making 26 loads off the 8 acres. Had a heavy thunder shower at 2 PM which was very acceptable. Finished making out the fallow. Jennie received another letter from J.C.S. giving a most interesting account of his travels in Devonshire his fathers native place. There 12 pages of closely written note paper.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 16</span></h2> <p>Started cross plowing the pea land with two teams. It works well on the knolls but Ac the low places where it was plowed wet in the spring; it is now very hard and bumpy. Miss Sarah Peacock came from Toronto she is sick with a kind of dyspepsia.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY, 17 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and with the same force, considerable trouble with bumble bees having this {illegible} under the old sod. Mailed two letters over to Uncle Adam and to Uncle Thomas, H.-Carthage-. Sister Viney had two front teeth filled with gold by W.K. Graham price. D3.DO.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 13</span></h2> <p>At the same work as yesterday. Father went to Brampton and received the news by telegraph of J.C. Snell's &amp; J.R. Craigs arrival yesterday at Duebee by steam ship "Germany. Went to practice this evening. Received my pair of fine boots from J. Coyne - price - $5.25, not jet paid.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SATURDAY.2C_19_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, SATURDAY, 19 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 20</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_MONDAY.2C_21_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, MONDAY, 21 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 22</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, SATURDAY, 19 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished the crossplowing at noon today. Was horse hoeing. The turniks this afternoon, they are growing slowly. The weather is dry, and cool at nights. Miss Jennie Peacock is here all night. A telegram from J.C.S. stating that they had reached Cornwall and would be to Brampton on Monday.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 20</span></h2> <p>Went to S.S. this morning. Supt abs account of the illness of his daughter {illegible: rhotin?} in Toronto) - lesson Luke XIX 25-37. Rev W Shaw preached at Lion at 2 1/2 o'clock. Reached in Brampton this evening - text - I Kings XX - 4st verse. Had a good heavy rain this afternoon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, MONDAY, 21 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was rolling and harrowing the pea ground, the lumps are very hard to crush. J.C. Snell arrived this morning at 2 A.M. very much fatigued but looking well and hearty. The stock arrived safe, except one sheep which died in the Atlantic. He has 15 sheep, 12 Berkshires and one short horn healing bull all of first quality and in good order.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 22</span></h2> <p>J.C.S was here all last night. He brought some nice presents for his little family. Was to Brampton this morning and brought Aunt Lizzie up on wrist. Was hauling manure in the pea ground.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August_WEDNESDAY.2C_23_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August WEDNESDAY, 23 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_24"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 24</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_FRIDAY.2C_25_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, FRIDAY, 25 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_26"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 26</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August WEDNESDAY, 23 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished drawing manure on the pea land. Commenced ridging up the summer fallow it is in fine order. Father, mother and sister Rilly started for Scarbro with the buggy to visit Uncle George Burk and family. J.C. Snell moved away his things and they are starting house repping again.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 24</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday but have only one team at work. Sent {illegible} man to John Woodhalls threshing Mr G. Crawford spent the day here, he is good company having travelled a great deal, is well informed. Very warm yesterday and today.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, FRIDAY, 25 1871.</span></h2> <p>Continued the ridging until tea time, then went to Brampton to the practice. Visited J.E. Woods Barber shop and had my hair docked off once more. Bought a pan of coarse boots price $4.50. Our folks came home from Seartoro and left the folks down there in good health and spirits.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 26</span></h2> <p>Was up at Mr. John Snell's farm house this forenoon inspreting the late importation and valuable addition to this flocks and herds. Had a nice rain from the East this afternoon. Miss James Dixon came here from Amarauth yesterday, she is stating out in the world to make her own living at 15.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SUNDAY.2C_27_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, SUNDAY, 27 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_28"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 28</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#AUGUST.2C_TUESDAY.2C_29_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">AUGUST, TUESDAY, 29 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_30"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 30</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, SUNDAY, 27 1871.</span></h2> <p>Rain continued all night last. Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. - lesson 1 Samuel XXIV 16 to 22. J.C. Snell and J.R. Craig were there, for the first time since their arrival home. Took dinner at J.C.S. and spent the afternoon there. Was engaged this evening in filling up the S. School class books for next two months.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 28</span></h2> <p>Was using the plow and road seraper in making the old ditch across the pea land wider and deeper. Marked it out into ridges 22 ft wide. An extensive fire in Barn ptorn last night on North side of {illegible} St. {illegible} several sheds and stores.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">AUGUST, TUESDAY, 29 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was ridging with two teams. Had a shower last night and some more rain to day putting the ground a good state of cultivation and freshing the grass. Spent the evening reading this His of Prussia.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 30</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and nearly finished the field. Had a {illegible: shashurds?} this evening and a fine double rainbow. Spent the evening reading the same as last night.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY.2C_31_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY, 31 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_FRIDAY_1871"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">September, FRIDAY 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September_.2C_SATURDAY.2C_2_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September , SATURDAY, 2 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_3"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 3</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY, 31 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to E. Buntings by {illegible} this evening for 10 bush of soules wheat for seed. Sowed the 8 acre pea field with 15 bush of evenly mixed soules and dahl wheat. The ground is in good order. Very cool all day, bright moonlight tonight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, FRIDAY 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished the harrowing furwwing, shovelling of the 8 acre field of wheat in the "other place." Spent the evening at choir practice. The scholars of the W.M. S. School, Bramptonwere practicing in the early part of the evening for this anniversary. Bought 50 lbs of Tomithy seed of K.C. &amp; co @ $4.00.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September , SATURDAY, 2 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was sowing the summer fallow with dichle wheat except 2 bush of soules, which was sowed pure altogether sowed 11 1/2 bush on the larger field. Sowed the Timothy with some while clover mixed on the fallow at the rate of 6 lbs to an acre.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 3</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Rev Jas Brooks present in Supt absence - lesson - Luke X - 38 to 42 heard. Rev W.W. Carson preach at Lion at 2 1/2 PM - text - John XV - 7. A larger audience than usual. Heard same preach in Brampton tonight - text - Matt IV - 3 &amp; 4th. J.C. Snell and family were here for tea.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_MONDAY.2C_4_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, MONDAY, 4 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_5"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 5</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_6_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, WEDNESDAY, 6 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 7</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, MONDAY, 4 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was riding up the smaller fallow of 3 acres with two teams did not quite finish it. Went to Brampton this evening and recieved a letter from Uncle J.G. Harrington, they are well and in recipt of our letter of August. Bought a pocket pen holder and {illegible: anti?} convire pence.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 5</span></h2> <p>Finished up the fall seeding by sowing the 3 acre field, seeded it also with Timothy. There is a great deal of dry grassy sods through the field giving it a {illegible: aspet?}. Yesterday and today have been very warm at 85* in the shade.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, WEDNESDAY, 6 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was cutting the 9 acres field of second crop of clover next to Mr. Wiggins farm with the mower and platform raking it off in by land in bunches at regualr internals, it is only a light crop, but is filled with good seed. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snells.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Took away from their lanes the only 6 ewe lambs of this year and put them in a field by themselves and will feed them grain. Was jamming wheat and puparing against and some chopping. Very cool tonight. {illegible: page is ripped} from J.C.S. yesterday $16 for my services in enrolling the Militia last winter.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_FRIDAY.2C_8_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, FRIDAY, 8 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_9"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 9</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SUNDAY.2C_10_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, SUNDAY, 10 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 11</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, FRIDAY, 8 1871.</span></h2> <p>Took a grist of 14 1/2 bush wheat and 6 bags of peas and chess, to G.W. Maine's Grist Mill. Was engaged in burning up and clearing the flates of old logs and rubbish. bought a new east arm and boxing for the waggon axle the old one being broken night around, price $1.25.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Was making and hanging a thrible door on the back side of the new sheep pen. Was drawing the second crop of clover in to barn, had only one large load. The weather is warm and dry. A great cloud of smoke came from the N.W. at 5 oclock this evening making quite dark and sever on the eyes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, SUNDAY, 10 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres, lesson - 1Sam XXX 1st to end of chap. We sang some pieces out of the S. School organ. Took tea this evening at Mrs. Trucman's, Dawson Modeland is going to live in New York in the conise of a month. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach at 6 PM text - Luke XVII, 41 &amp; 42. He is a eloquent preacher.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>Was hauling manure on the oat stutle for turnip crop next year drew 78 loads. It was a very warm day. The Union Camp Meeting commences at {illegible: Naval?}, Brampton Georgetown and Steebville Circuits.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_TUESDAY.2C_12_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, TUESDAY, 12 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_13"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 13</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_THURSDAY.2C_14_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, THURSDAY, 14 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 15</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, TUESDAY, 12 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was threshing peas with 2 {illegible: span? spar?} of horses treading the peas out on the barn door. It is a great deal speedrin way than threshing with the hail, and not half as hard work. Spent evening reading Hist of Frances-Prussian War.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 13</span></h2> <p>Was wurrowing the peas we threshed yesterday, 38 bush, weighing 65 lbs per bush. Father and mother started for the camp muting at Norval, but the horse kicked and broke the shalts and dash load of the buggy. They came home and took the waggon, the accident happened 2 miles from home.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, THURSDAY, 14 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was engaged yesterday afternoon and today in helping Mr. J. Heath to thresh. Our folks were at camp meeting all day came home this evening. It is held in Mr Fostered Pine woods, south of Norval. Had a sharp frost last night and was very cool today.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Rain from the East for 12 hours, it was very much needed for the success of the fall wheat and pasturage. Drove to Brampton this afternoon and settled, J. Coyne's shoe bill $11.00. Received a letter from Uncle Adam. {illegible: Wurrowed?} 22 bush of peas making 60 bush threshed.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SATURDAY.2C_16_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, SATURDAY, 16 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_17"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 17</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_MONDAY.2C_18_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, MONDAY, 18 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_19"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 19</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, SATURDAY, 16 1871.</span></h2> <p>Sold a load of wheat 41 bush to K. Chisholm &amp; Co @ $1.26 per bush. Received cash $59.60. Rev J. Jeffers died at the camp meeting at Norval on Thursday of appoplexy.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 17</span></h2> <p>Drove a span of horses and buggy continuing five of us to Norval to the camp meeting. Heard 3 good practical sermons from Rev's Jone, Carson, and Shaw. There was a large crowd of people present. It is a nice close pine woods making it comfortable today as there was a cold north wind.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, MONDAY, 18 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drew 12 bush of Dichl wheat of last year's growth to Brampton sold to K. Chisholm &amp; Co @ $1.25 also 15 bush of spring wheat inferior quality @ $1.13 per bush received cash for the whole $108.10 total amount recevied for all old wheat on hand $167.80. Had a very severe white frost last night very cool all day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 19</span></h2> <p>Went to the camp meeting again to bring our folks home. The meeting broke up about 2 o'clock all the people dispersing to their homes. The whole morning's exercises were a public love feast and prayer meeting which were very interesting and profitable. There was a large number of converts.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_20_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, WEDNESDAY, 20 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_21"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 21</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_FRIDAY.2C_22_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, FRIDAY, 22 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 23</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, WEDNESDAY, 20 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished hauling the manure from backyard, it being now entirely clear, drew for 8 loads of the finest and {scattuud?} over the Timothy meadow. Sold 2 ewe lambs to Mr Chambers of Caledon @ $10 each. Bought 50 lbs of Timothy seed @ $4.00. Gathered the ripe fall apples.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 21</span></h2> <p>Cross plowed the little orchard about one acre. Sowed 40 lbs of Timothy seed on 9 acre clover field of last year's seeding. The clover is pretty thin so that there will be noon for the Timothy. Father, mother, Viney and I drove down this evening to Brampton W.M. S. School Anniversary, not a very large attendance.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, FRIDAY, 22 1871.</span></h2> <p>Heard Revs A. Sutherland and W.W. Ross of Toronto deliver good addresses at last nights meeting. Was threshing at J. {Searminto?} all day. J.C. Snell and J.G Snell with their men and stock started for Kingston Exhibition this morning. Bought of John Snell their 5 yr Rd ram "Champion" (Cotswold) @ $75.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 23</span></h2> <p>Commenced threshing at noon at out place with J. Cation's machinery. Threshed the barley and part of the oats, have considerably more than 100 bush of of barley. Put both straw and choff in the mow together. A warm pleasant day.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SUNDAY.2C_24_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, SUNDAY, 24 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 25</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_TUESDAY.2C_26_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, TUESDAY, 26 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 27</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, SUNDAY, 24 1871.</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon at S. School. Supt pres. lesson - II Samuel VI 1 to 17th. A very interesting subject. Received from Mr. Millon the circular of 8th Prov. Convention of S. School Workers to be held in London 10th 11th 12th of October. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at 6 P.M. test - Deuteronomy XXIX - 9th verse.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 25</span></h2> <p>Finished our threshing of gram for this year in less than 1 1/2 dys. The grain has yielded a pretty fair return of heavy plump bright grain, paid the threshers $8.50.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, TUESDAY, 26 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was wurrowing a land of barley for market. Drove up to Mr. John Snell's this afternoon and bought home the $75 ram. Miss Kyier Snell came down here this evening for to go to Mrs. W. Elliotts social which was quite a success, realized $25. Had a large quantity of rain last night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Commenced the Jell plowing in the oat stubble ground intended for turnips and barley next year. It works up fine and damp. Westerly showers prevailed throughout the day. cold dismal weather for the season.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_THURSDAY.2C_28_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, THURSDAY, 28 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_29"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 29</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SATURDAY.2C_30_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, SATURDAY, 30 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SUNDAY.2C_1_1871."><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">October, SUNDAY, 1 1871.</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, THURSDAY, 28 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was plowing all day with two teams. A large quantity of grain going to market. K. Chisholm &amp; Co bought 7000 bushels of wheat and barley today @ $1.20 and 54 cts per bush. John Snell &amp; {save?} were very {successful} at Kingston this week taking over $800 in prizes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 29</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in washing the ram lambs and fixing them up for the County Show. {illegible} 6 yr old Cotswold rain "Billy" died today from some disease is i the head. Spent the evening at Choir. Practice singing from the S. School. Organ. A splendid moonlight night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">September, SATURDAY, 30 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished plowing the out stubble and shovelled the cross drains through it. Sold a ram lamb &amp; Mr Henderson of 2nd line west Chinguacowey. The weather during the pleasant month has been immensely cold for the season and severe frosts. Th woods presents a very gay appearance of variety of colors.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, SUNDAY, 1 1871.</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon at S. School. Supt pres. lesson - Luke XXI 13 to 22. J.C. Snell arrived here this morning at 2 A.M. from Kingston in good health and spirits starts tomorrow for Hamilton. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach at Zion - text - Dent. XXX - 24th Heard the same at Brampton - text - Issiah III 14th and 15th.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_MONDAY.2C_2_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, MONDAY, 2 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_3"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 3</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_4_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, WEDNESDAY, 4 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_5"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 5</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, MONDAY, 2 1871.</span></h2> <p>First day of the County's Agric. Society's show in Brampton. The ground is greatly enlarged and improved. a fine new horse ring enclosed with a picket fewer. There is a good show especially in grain and vegetables. Had a gentleman visitor from McCillary to see our live stock. A very warm day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 3</span></h2> <p>Showery morning but a fine afternoon. Spent the day at the County Fair. There was a large crowd of people in attendance. The sow of live stock especially hogs was very good. There bring a lively competition in all the classes. We took 2nd prize for ram lamb and 3rd prize for aged ram. The demand for sheep was very limited, only sold one lamb to Mr Coowy @ $10.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, WEDNESDAY, 4 1871.</span></h2> <p>Harvested the potato crop today, have about 27 bush of Carnet Chilis' and 8 bush of Gleason's, Early Rose, Early Goodwich and the White Potatoes, 35 bush in all a slim turn out indeed for 1/2 acre are all fine. large sound potatoes so far, good. Was to 2 letters to Missouri one to Carthage and to Streetsville.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 5</span></h2> <p>Sold 56 bush of Dichl and {Suler?} wheat @ $128 per bush and {illegible: too faded} $1.60. Mr. Thomas Graham of Brampton was buried today, died of typhoid fever. Spent part of the evening at Willow Lodge. A warm close day, thunder and lightning this evening.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_FRIDAY.2C_6_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, FRIDAY, 6 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_7"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 7</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SUNDAY.2C_8_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, SUNDAY, 8 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_9"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 9</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, FRIDAY, 6 1871.</span></h2> <p>Sold 54 bush of same kind of wheat as yesterday at same price. Settled K. Chisholm's Storebill of $50. Mr James Thompson spent the afternoon here, he is going to Missouri next week. J.C. Snell borrowed 4 bush of peas. Howed in two barrow pigs for to fatter for the knife.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 7</span></h2> <p>Father went to Toronto this morning to buy the tickets for Missouri, which cost $44 for two tickets, also bought $100 worth of greenbacks $114.00 also $100 gold, taking $200 of Canadian money altogether. Bo't in Toronto a trunk @ $2.75. Was engaged in digging pot holes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, SUNDAY, 8 1871.</span></h2> <p>J.C. Snell arrived here at 6 A.M. from Guelph much wearied. Dawson Modeland spent the forenoon and took dinner here. Him and I walked down to W.M. S. School in Brampton at 2 P.M. there is a large attendance, over 150 and interesting school. Took tea at J.W. Main's residence. Rev W.W. Carson preached at 6 P.M. text - Romans XIV 21st. A {???} sermon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Sold 2 ram lambs to J.C. Snell at $15 and $10 each. Took the best one down to Brampton at 7 o'clock A.M. for the ship to Guelph {???} County Fair. Was repairing the yard pump putting in new {verses?}. Also building board fence. The weather is very warm.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_TUESDAY.2C_10_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, TUESDAY, 10 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_11"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 11</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_THURSDAY.2C_12_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, THURSDAY, 12 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_13"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 13</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, TUESDAY, 10 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove father and mother down to the depot at 8 A.M. to start another journey to Missouri. Was harvesting the apple crop have only three barrels of hand picked ap winter apples and two barrels of soft apples, total 5 barrels , a small lot indeed. Bought a pump from {???} of Glen William's at $8.40.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 11</span></h2> <p>Viney and I went to Guelph this morning via G.J. Railway to the Autrial Fair held there on the 10th 11th and 12th inst, it was nearly equal on magnitude to the Provincial Fairs, and the quantity of live stock, implent and Arts was surprisry. the was 15,000 persons at the show today. Came home on the evening train.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, THURSDAY, 12 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to blacksmith's to get some harness repaired and and to get the pistor rod of the pump by {threwed?}. A fearful fire took place in Chicago on Monday last, destroying all the finest and largest buildings and some hundreds of people perished in the flames. A great away fires occurring on account of the dry weather.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 13</span></h2> <p>J. Learment and I measured the size of every field on the 200 acres with a 4 rod tape line, finding that most of them were contained less acres than we thought for before measuring. commenced plowing the fall wheat stubble. Spent the evening at Choir Practice. Cold frosty night.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SATURDAY.2C_14_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, SATURDAY, 14 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_15"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 15</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_MONDAY.2C_16_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, MONDAY, 16 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_17"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 17</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, SATURDAY, 14 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to G.W. Main's Grist Mill with 8 bags of barley, peas and oats for chopping. Bought 12 pint of spirits of turpentine to use some of it for my right - arm which is sprained. Slight westerly showers. Prevailed all day</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 15</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. {Superintendant present} lesson - Luke XVI 35 to 45. Miss K.F. Snell presided at melodeon. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion text. Isaiah XXXIII 21st it was the Missionary Anniversary sermon Mr Thomas Holtby preached in Brampton to night Luke X - 20th verse. A very windy day</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, MONDAY, 16 1871</span></h2> <p>Was helping Erastus Bunting with team and two hands. There are serious fires in several places in the township in the woods, every thing is so dry that fire spreads rapidly. Spent the evening writing a letter to father and mother in Missouri.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 17</span></h2> <p>Was ridging the little orchard ground into lands 11 ft wide. Mr &amp; Mrs J.C. Snell called here this morning on their way to Toronto for two days. Went to Choir practice this evening only a slim attendance the leader being absent.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_18_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, WEDNESDAY, 18 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_19"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 19</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_FRIDAY.2C_20_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, FRIDAY, 20 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_21"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 21</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, WEDNESDAY, 18 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and finished it. Drove Mrs JBS {Snell} and family up to her home this evening. The weather is dry and cool</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 19</span></h2> <p>Was plowing all day with two teams in the fall wheat stubble ground, Pretty warm weather with a high wind to night. Spent evening reading the weekly papers</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, FRIDAY, 20 1871</span></h2> <p>Finished plowing the fall wheat stubble ground of 9 1/2 a {acres?} Received a letter from father, Stewartville Missouri stating that they had arrived safe in two days and nights travel and are rather disappointed in the appearance of the country. Spent the evening at Choir Practice.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 21</span></h2> <p>Had a call from a gentleman living near Ottawa wanting to buy improved stock, priced some things to him but made no sales. Received from Mrs A. Woodhall $7.50 for value received by "Clifton". Had a visit this evening from Misses Campbell and Westervelt A fine warm day.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SUNDAY.2C_22_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, SUNDAY, 22 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_23"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 23</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_TUESDAY.2C_24_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, TUESDAY, 24 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_25"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 25</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, SUNDAY, 22 1871</span></h2> <p>Spent the morning at S. School Supt. pres. Lesson II Samuel XII 1 to 14th. Was at Mr John Snells this afternoon practicing some familiar tunes for the Missionary Meeting at Zion Took tea at J.C Snell's. Heard Rev A, Sutherland preach in Brampton, text Ezekiel XXXVII 7 to 10. A very able sermon</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 23</span></h2> <p>The smoke is so dense that any object more than 100 yards distant is invisible. Spent the afternoon at A Woodhall's threshing. Went to Brampton to the Annual Missionary Meeting excellent addresses by Rev. A Sutherland. Joel Briggs and John {Brechin?}. The Choir received great praise for their services.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, TUESDAY, 24 1871</span></h2> <p>Was picking stones off the meadows have gone over 22 acres getting a considerable quantity thereof. Paid R. Quins blacksmiths bill $4.50. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snell's, he has gone to Quebec to "Chochrane's" sale of stock. Was repairing their melodeon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 25</span></h2> <p>Commenced topping the turnips with the hard hoe, beheaded 1/4th of them and drew the leaves off to feed to the cattle. Rainy looking all day, a cold east wind had a slight shower this evening. Had another litter of Berkshires {pigs} 8 in number.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_THURSDAY.2C_26_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, THURSDAY, 26 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_27"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 27</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SATURDAY.2C_28_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, SATURDAY, 28 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_29"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 29</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, THURSDAY, 26 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drew in 6 loads of turnips and stowed them away in the driving house cellar. They are small, but solid and heavy. Had a heavy thunder shower at 4P.M. Which was quite a treat to see after so much dry weather. Sold 2 ewes to J. Lament @ $5.50 each</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 27</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and have in 10 loads of turnips. Revs. Shaw, and Philips of Orangeville took tea here this evening and were the speakers of the Zion Mission {?} meeting to night there were about 30 people present. raised about $27 at the meeting</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, SATURDAY, 28 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drew in 5 or 6 more loads of turnips, also hauling the tops for the cattle which are very fond of them. Was at Brampton this afternoon and had a chat with A. F. Campbell they have an addition to their family of a young daughter. Received from Leo Co {County} Peel Agri Society $3.00 prizes on Cotswold sheep</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 29</span></h2> <p>Was at S. School this morning Supt. pres and his daughter Mrs Will to introduce some new music for the anniversary. Heard Rev Mr Carson preach at Zion thext Zechariah - III 1 of 5 verses. The Rev gentleman took tea at our place this evening and heard him preach some sermon in Brampton.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_MONDAY.2C_30_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, MONDAY, 30 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_31"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 31</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_1_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, WEDNESDAY, 1 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_2"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 2</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">October, MONDAY, 30 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished topping the turnips with the hoes and dirt off the leaves for the cattle. Spent the evening at Ebenezer practicing music for the anniversary out of a new book 4 "Pure Gold" published in New York, it contains all new music prepared expressly for the book. Fair warm weather.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 31</span></h2> <p>Drew in 7 loads of turnips making 22 in all, harvested. Cold East wind and raining this evening steadily, the weather during the past month has been very fine for the season little rain and frost. Spent the evening at home filling up the S. Scholl C Case books.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, WEDNESDAY, 1 1871.</span></h2> <p>Spent the day at the Tp {Township} Chinguacousy Plowing Match on Lot 19 Center Road on the farm of John Giffen in which there were 30 teams plowing, nearly all doing first-class work although the ground was dry and hard. J. Featherston took the first prize. Spent evening at S. School practice</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 2</span></h2> <p>Received last night a letter from father dated Carthage {?} 24th. Finished up the turnip harvest. Have about 850 bush. Killed a ewe lamb and dressed it for meat repaid E. Bunting with 24 lb of it for value received 3 mos ago. Spent evening practicing at home the S. School tunes.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_FRIDAY.2C_3_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, FRIDAY, 3 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SUNDAY.2C_5_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, SUNDAY, 5 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, FRIDAY, 3 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was clearing the door yard of old nails and sticks and converting them into stove wood. Mr. G Crawford spent the day and evening here. Drove to Brampton expecting to meet the folks from Missouri but they did not arrive. Spent evening at Ebenezer practice.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 4</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing the turnip ground into 33 ft ridges, it is fine and dry. Was at Brampton again this evening. Quite a cold day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, SUNDAY, 5 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt. pres lesson II Sam. XV 19 to 30. Supt read an address by Ralph Wells of New York on S. School teachers' duties and importance of prayer and preparing the lesson. Heard Rev W. W. Carson in Brampton to night, text, Heggai II 4 &amp; 5 verses. A very cold night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 6</span></h2> <p>The sharp frost of last night nearly stopped the plough, making it work rather flakey. Spent the evening at practice at Ebenezer. Kept a flock of sheep over night belonging to Ohio men numbering 157.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_TUESDAY.2C_7_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, TUESDAY, 7 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_8"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 8</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_THURSDAY.2C_9_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, THURSDAY, 9 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_10"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 10</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, TUESDAY, 7 1871.</span></h2> <p>Sold the pair of ewe lambs and 3 ram lambs to the Ohio men @ $10 each and $16 for {?} 3 making $36, also $1.00 for 2 bush rats. Spent the forenoon in decorating Zion Church with everyone for the party. This evening, had a {?} crowd at the tea meeting and enjoyed the evening as well</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 8</span></h2> <p>{Adoltuss?} were delivered to Revs Carson, Thompson and Brooke. Realized {faded text, $43.97?}. Spent the forenoon in cleaning but the churches and putting things in order with the assistance of some other gents. Misses R.J. Nichols R. Bunting and Miss G. Westervelt spent the evening here in chat and fun</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, THURSDAY, 9 1871.</span></h2> <p>Father and mother came home this morning at 6'oclock from Missouri, tired and {?} having travelled 2 days and 3 nights, have seen a great many wonderful sights, and think it a very fine country brought home some presents and curiosities sweet potatoes and several kinds of nuts</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 10</span></h2> <p>A drizzling rain and sleet from the East cold and wintry. Sold yesterday 3 ewes 5 yr old to William Keynworth @ $5.33 1/3 each and took his note for amount due in eleven months. Was engaged today in making a gate for barn yard.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SATURDAY.2C_11_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, SATURDAY, 11 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 12</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_MONDAY.2C_13_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, MONDAY, 13 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 14</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, SATURDAY, 11 1871.</span></h2> <p>Dressed a 4 yr old ewe for mutton and took 14 to 22 lbs to W. Campbell of No 10 and settled the blacksmiths bill of $4.35. Went to Brampton and bought 25 lbs of {?} cut nails @ 4 cts, some window glass and a buggy whip @ 50cts. Mr John Mason arrived here from North Missouri in good health and spirits</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 12</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon at S. School Rev Jas Brooks present lesson John X 1 to 18th Mrs Willis of Toronto presided at the {?}. Heard Rev John Shaw at Zion at 2 1/2 PM. text {?} XIII 788. J.C. Snell and family spent the day here also Misses Sarah and Jennie Peacock. Heard same sermon in Brampton to night</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, MONDAY, 13 1871.</span></h2> <p>Completed the close board fence enclosing the sheep yard. Making a sett of {?} {?} for convenience in hauling manure. Went to Brampton to night and became a member of {?} Temple of I. O. G. {Independent Order of the Good} Templars. {?} 70 members. Commenced feeding and stalling the cattle in the 10 {inst.?} have 16 head</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 14</span></h2> <p>Steady rains all day from the East. Was engaged in making eavestroughs out of 4 X 4 {seanthing?} (pine) with the axe, gouging it out in a triangular shape, put them in the sheep pen eaves conducting the water in to the well. Commenced feeding {?} on the {11inst?} for beef</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_15_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, WEDNESDAY, 15 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_16"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 16</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_FRIDAY.2C_17_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, FRIDAY, 17 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#Saturday.2C_18"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">Saturday, 18</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, WEDNESDAY, 15 1871.</span></h2> <p>About midnight the rain turned to snow and to day the ground is white with 3 or 4 inches of snow, cold and blustering and freezing {?} towards night. Went to Brampton and ordered a new suit of grey tweed @ $11.00. Spent evening reading the "Soprano" a Yankee story which came from Carthage Missouri.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 16</span></h2> <p>A public holiday set apart by law specially for Thanksgiving and peace to God for the bountiful harvest. There was service in all the Churches in Brampton. Spent the day at J.C. Snell's in chat and select reading. Very cold north wind all day and freezing, there is very fair sleighing.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, FRIDAY, 17 1871.</span></h2> <p>Our folks drove to Brampton in a sleigh, but it was tough going as it is thawing quite fast. Went to John {?} to repair Miss {?} melodeon there were several reeds stopped. Spent evening at Choir practice. Mr Mason and father spent afternoon at {Janice?} Thompson's on lot 14 4th line East</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">Saturday, 18</span></h2> <p>Dressed a {?} hog weighing 254 lbs very fat. Was engaged in digging post holes. Was at Mr {?} Snell's a short time this afternoon. Spent evening making preparations for Sunday.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SUNDAY.2C_19_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, SUNDAY, 19 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 20</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_TUESDAY.2C_21_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, TUESDAY, 21 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 22</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, SUNDAY, 19 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson, II Sam XVIII, took dinner and spent the afternoon at J.C. Snell's in social chat and music with the Misses Snell. Heard Rev John Shaw preach in Brampton, text Proverbs X. 9th.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 20</span></h2> <p>Drove Aunt Mary Peacock to G. T. R. depot at Brampton on the way to Toronto. Was engaged in setting fence posts. Spent the evening at teacher's meeting at {?}. Mrs Mason is here all night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, TUESDAY, 21 1871.</span></h2> <p>Finished constructing a board fence, along the lane back of the lower shed, cleared away the old nails and {bauked?} up the new fence. A slight {mizzle?} all day from the West</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 22</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in turnipiking the lane leading down to the Etobicoke, rounding it nicely and leaving a ditch on either side to carry on the surplus water. J.C. Snell and family took dinner and tea here, they gave us a present of a barrel of nice apples. Father took a {?} grist of 9 bags to J. W. {?} Mill, peas {?} and barley</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_THURSDAY.2C_23_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, THURSDAY, 23 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_24"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 24</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SATURDAY.2C_25_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, SATURDAY, 25 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_26"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 26</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, THURSDAY, 23 1871.</span></h2> <p>Purchased for market 10 turkeys and 7 ducks, sold to K.G.S/ Co, @ 7cts per lb. turkeys weighing 94 lbs and @ 25 cts each. Rebuilt the "Carter line fence." Drew 3 loads of forest-leaves for bedding the stock from the {?} bush. A cold frosty day the ground frozen so hard that the plow is stopped</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 24</span></h2> <p>Was chopping cord wood in the {?} bush for fuel. Had quite a brisk snow storm this morning but it turned to rain and melted the most of it. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, one of the old members was present Robert Morton who has been absent for 5 months, he is a good musician.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, SATURDAY, 25 1871</span></h2> <p>Received yesterday a letter from Uncle Adam Ferguson. Drove Aunt Mary over to 3rd line East to Isaac Modeland. Took dinner there, drove to Brampton this evening and bought a new suit of grey tweed at $17.00. Paid $1.00 to W.A. Mitchell for cleaning my watch. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 26</span></h2> <p>Walked down from J.C.S. this morning and wrote a letter to Thomas Mason, the first time I have ever written him. Heard Rev W.W. Carson at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M. text Romans VIII 29th and 30th, a right good sermon. Heard the same in Brampton to night.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_MONDAY.2C_27_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, MONDAY, 27 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_28"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 28</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_29_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, WEDNESDAY, 29 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_30"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 30</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, MONDAY, 27 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in splitting basswood rails, manufactured 77 rails. Spent the evening at the I.O.G. Templar's Lodge "Safeguard Temple" about 70 members present had a fine lively meeting. Bro W.W. Carson gave an account of his trip to Grand Lodge at Belleville. Aunt Mrs. Taylor came here this evening from Oakville.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 28</span></h2> <p>A very sharp frost, thermometer sank to Zero. Ms. John Mason and Aunt Mrs. Peacock were married at our place @ 1 o'clock by Rev John Shaw. J.C. Snell and Mrs. J.C.S. stood up with them during the ceremonies. Drove them to G.T.R. Depot at 5 P..M. going to Toronto for a trip. Very cold weather.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">November, WEDNESDAY, 29 1871</span></h2> <p>Mrs Taylor left here for Oakville via Railway. Was chopping cord wood all day, spent the evening at the protracted meeting in Hope Chapal. Rev Wm Thompson P. Methodist preached, text Acts, Paul's sermon to Felix. Mr and Mrs Mason are here from Toronto.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 30</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday. The weather continues frosty and very cold, the mercury keeping down to zero. Took a span of horses to Edmonton and had them sharp shod on the feet. Mr and Mrs Robert Nichols spent the evening here.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_FRIDAY.2C_1_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, FRIDAY, 1 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#Saturday.2C_2"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">Saturday, 2</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SUNDAY.2C_3_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, SUNDAY, 3 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_4"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 4</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, FRIDAY, 1 1871</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in sawing a dry beach about 2 1/2 ft across the stump with J. Learmont's cross cut saw, spent the evening at Choir Practice. Bought a new suit of grey tweed of K. Chisholm &amp; Co. @ $17.00 a close fitting sack coat.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">Saturday, 2</span></h2> <p>Was sawing a large hemlock tree over 3 ft into 2 ft lengths. Took a grist of 12 bush of wheat to J. W. {?} Mill. The weather has turned milder again.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY, 3 1871</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. Lesson I Chronicles XXVII 1 to 16. Sang from the New S. School Organs for the first time in the School. Father and Mother &amp; Mr and Mrs Peacock spent the afternoon at J.C. Snell's. Heard Rev C. Clement from {?} preach in Brampton tonight text Luke XVIII 13th.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 4</span></h2> <p>Dressed for pork an 8 months old Berkshire weighing 156 lbs, making with the one killed 2 weeks ago 410 lbs. Settled R. Crawford's acc on wages $37.07. Mr and Mrs Mason are busy packing up for the West. Rev W. Millard and J.C. Snell took tea here to night. Spent the evening at the Teacher's Meeting at No 15.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_TUESDAY.2C_5_1871"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, TUESDAY, 5 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_6"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 6</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_THURSDAY.2C_7_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, THURSDAY, 7 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_8"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 8</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, TUESDAY, 5 1871</span></h2> <p>Father drove the folks starting for Missouri to G.T.R. Depot and their baggage 3 boxes weighing 363 lbs all over 200 lbs they will have to pay for as extra luggage. They took Matilda Peacock along with them. Bought a barrel of Godrich salt @ $1.70. A very cold day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 6</span></h2> <p>Finished chopping cord wood in the lower bush have some 12 cords {?} Had a visit from Mrs Glen Bell. The {?} closed in with a South West snow storm.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, THURSDAY, 7 1871</span></h2> <p>Spent the afternoon in Brampton. Had a short chat with Dawson Modeland who has just returned from New York, has seen a great many fine sights. Ordered the manufacture of an overcoat at K. Chisholm's the cost $12.50 of brown beaver. Have hardly enough snow to make sleighing.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 8</span></h2> <p>Took the first sleigh ride I have had this season but there has been some sleighing for two weeks. Was engaged in chopping firewood at the other place bush spent evening at Choir Practice. Bought a copy of "Pure Gold" a new note book also a pocket Diary for 1872, price of both articles 80 cents.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SATURDAY.2C_9_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, SATURDAY, 9 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_10"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 10</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_MONDAY.2C_11_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, MONDAY, 11 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_12"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 12</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, SATURDAY, 9 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday. Sold the cow "Lady Harrington" and calf for $150 to John Snell. Sister Mary and Susie Campbell were collecting for the Bible Society. The cold weather continues not enough snow to make good sleighing, but splendid waggoning the roads are hard and smooth</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 10</span></h2> <p>Spent the morning at S School Rev Jas Brooks present lesson John XVII. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion text II Peter III last verse. Heard same minister in Brampton to night text Psalm XI, 14th verse, it was a funeral sermon on account of the death of several children with the scarlet fever</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, MONDAY, 11 1871.</span></h2> <p>Deposited $150.00 in the Merchants' Bank in Brampton which will draw interest at t per cent if not withdrawn before 3 months. Mr H. {Joness?} brought home our shaw cutter. Spent the evening at the meeting of the "Safeguard Lodge" there were two more members initiated</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 12</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in splitting oak stakes at the other place out of an old log that has laid in the bush for many years but proved to be sound and made 100 good stakes. Mrs J. C. Snell and little Mary and Johnnie are spending 2 or 3 days here. Spent the evening at home in reading.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_13_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, WEDNESDAY, 13 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_14"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 14</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_FRIDAY.2C_16_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, FRIDAY, 16 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY.2C_16"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY, 16</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, WEDNESDAY, 13 1871.</span></h2> <p>Have some 4 or 5 inches of snow this morning making the ringing of the many sleigh bells lively and frequent along the Centre road. Drove sister Emma in the cutter to day school. Was measuring and winnowing the oats and find we have about 190 bush. Spent evening at the melodeon.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 14</span></h2> <p>Sold Clifton the 4 yr old. Short horn bull to Crawforthe the butcher @ $80. Drove Mrs J.C. Snell and children home this afternoon. Spent the evening at the special meeting in Hope Chapel</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, FRIDAY, 16 1871.</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in hauling from the lower bush , firewood drew six loads. Spent the evening at Choir Practice Bought of K. Chisholm Chisholm &amp; Co a brown beaver overcoat with silk velvet collar @ $12.30 also a fur cap @ $1.50 Sold 12 1/2 lbs of fresh butter @ 18 cts per lb = $2.20</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 16</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, have about {8?} cords drawn up. J.C. Snell wife and children and Miss K.F Snell took tea here this evening. Rev W. W. Carson took dinner on his way to Orangeville on a Missionary Tour</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SUNDAY.2C_17_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, SUNDAY, 17 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY.2C_18"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY, 18</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_TUESDAY.2C_19_1871"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, TUESDAY, 19 1871</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY.2C_20"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY, 20</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY, 17 1871.</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt pres. lesson Matt, XXV 1 to 13. Was a large attendance had several visitors. Drove the sleigh to Brampton this evening and heard Rev John Shaw preach, text John XXI, 20 to 22 A nice mild day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY, 18</span></h2> <p>Spent the day at Edmonton at the {?} for {?} for this township. Mr J. {?} was appointed {Rieve?} by acclamation there are four candidates for each of the two offices of deputy Reeves and Councillors. Spent the evening at the J.L.G. Temple, sister {?} joined to night</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, TUESDAY, 19 1871</span></h2> <p>Was drawing firewood from lower bush, drew loads. Received an addition of some more light snow last night which is by the action of the west winds forming into huge drifts. Spent evening reading "Timothy Jitcombs" Advice to Young Men.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY, 20</span></h2> <p>Drew up two loads of cord wood this morning but had to stop work thin because of the high wind which was {drifting?} the snow in clouds. {?} 9 bush of peas for to feed the Berkshires which are consuming over a bushel of peas per day</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_THURSDAY.2C_21_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, THURSDAY, 21 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY.2C_22"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY, 22</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SATURDAY.2C_24_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, SATURDAY, 24 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY.2C_24"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY, 24</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, THURSDAY, 21 1871.</span></h2> <p>Last night and this morning was intensely cold the thermometer got down to 18 degrees below zero, and in some parts of Canada to 30 degrees and 40 degrees below zero. Mr Westervelts school examination in our S. Section took place to day the scholars presented him with a valuable writing desk, and a nice work box for his wife.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 22</span></h2> <p>Have been housed up the last day or two with a very sore throat. Was hauling {?} two ft stuff from lower bush for store wood. Received cash from Crawforth for "Clifton" {$79?}, he dressed 1420 lbs. The weather has moderated and is snowing from the East.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, SATURDAY, 24 1871.</span></h2> <p>A very heavy shower with very sharp lightning and heavy thunder, the snow is fast disappearing. Went to Brampton this evening and purchased some Christmas presents for the little folks.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY, 24</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres {?} lesson Matt XXV 13 to 30th. Heard Rev W. W. Carson preach at Zion at 2 1/2 o'clock, text Zechariah III 1st 3 verses. Heard him preach in Brampton text Revelations III 20th verse. Was at the burning of the Old Steam Mill in Brampton in Brampton to night.</p> <div class="toc"> <div> <h2>Contents</h2> </div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_MONDAY.2C_25_1871."><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, MONDAY, 25 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY.2C_26"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY, 26</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_WEDNESDAY.2C_27_1871."><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, WEDNESDAY, 27 1871.</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY.2C_82_.5Bsic.5D"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY, 82 [sic]</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, MONDAY, 25 1871.</span></h2> <p>Dull and cloudy with a keen frosty air, the fields are bare but there are some large snow drifts along the fences, the woods are very icy, the gravel road is bare and no sleighing in Brampton. J.C. Snell and family took Christmas dinner here. Spent the evening at the Temperance lodge.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY, 26</span></h2> <p>Spent the entire day at Quin's Blacksmiths Shop at Edmonton getting a span of horses sharp shod all around, one of them "Charlie" a 2 yr old colt, that was never shod before, he behaved himself pretty well during the operation.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, WEDNESDAY, 27 1871.</span></h2> <p>A cold blustering day, had an additional inch or two of fresh snow last night, which is flying in clouds before a driving west wind. Spent the day in splitting a few oak stakes and threshing peas. Spent the evening reading the Daily Globe and examining a book printed in the year 1771.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY, 82 [sic]</span></h2> <p>Another very cold day. Was grinding and whetting the straw cutter {?} preparatory to cutting straw for fodder. Mr Frederick Houses Cloves Mill came here this evening, we intend threshing our clover with it to morrow. J. {?} Spent the evening. Splendid moonlight night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, FRIDAY, 29 1871.</span></h2> <p>Threshed all the clover this forenoon, will have about 4 bush of good ripe seed, put some of it through the Mill 3 times, before it was threshed clean. Dressed a yearling steer for beef for home use, will weigh fully 300 lbs of beef {?} hide and tallow. Spent evening at Choir Practice</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY, 30</span></h2> <p>Yesterday was very fine and warm, a cold East wind prevails to day. Mrs R. Gardener and Walter were here all last night on a visit. Went to Brampton this forenoon and sold the hide weighing 72 lbs @ 7 cts per lb $5.00 bought a New Years Gift for sister {?] a book called "Childrens' Hour Animal" $1.12 1/2. Father and mother spent the day at O.C. Snell's</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY, 31 1871.</span></h2> <p>Drove to S. School this morning in the sleigh. Supt pres from Toronto lesson Matt XXV, 31 to 42. Received a long address and charge from our Supt. on the close of the year. Had all my sisters up to S. School and drove them across to J.C. Snells for a New Years dinner to day instead of tomorrow Spent part of the afternoon there and then started for home. The weather to day was very warm and thawing very fast a heavy fog hung over the earth for some time but to night set in a rough rain storm from the N.E. Set up rather late because of its bering watch night retire to night at the close of the year 1871</p> <table><tbody><tr><td>CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY.</td> </tr><tr><td>Sold and gristed this year up to Sept 18th 323 bush of wheat Sold 110 bush of wheat, Oct 5th Dec 3rd A grist of</td> <td>Received.</td> <td>Paid.</td> </tr><tr><td></td> <td>325 <p>110 12 bush {divided by} 441 bush of wheat</p> </td> <td></td> </tr><tr><td>CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY.</td> </tr><tr><td>4th: Paid for New pair of Fairbanks scales <p>7th: Sold to J. Snell hind quarter of beef 160 lbs @ 7 cts. 8: {?} to the College End-{?} $4.00 Paid 20th: Paid R. Noble {?} for 400 feet lumber set to Peel {?} 23rd: Paid A {??} for 100 cedar posts 31st: Sold to K Chrisholm 21 bush barley at 55 cents per bush 19th: Grist to {?} 9 bush 34 bush of oats and peas mixed</p> </td> <td>Received.</td> <td>Paid.</td> </tr><tr><td></td> <td></td> <td></td> </tr></tbody></table> &lt;tbody&gt; <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, FEBRUARY</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received $</p> </td> <td> <p>cts</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid $</p> </td> <td> <p>cts</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2nd</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid W. R. Graham Dentist for extracting a tooth</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>6^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid W. R Graham for filling 6 teeth charge $6.00 pd on acc</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>7th</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid insurance fees</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ threshers</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ to hired men</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>14th</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for Alsike Clover @ $6 per bush</p> </td> <td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid R.C. &amp; Co fee</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from Robert Smith for Nulbervin{?}</p> </td> <td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid to the McKenzie fund</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20th</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for cull lumber</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>60</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>24th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ W. R. Graham Acc</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>25^th </p> </td> <td> <p>“ Guy Bell for 1 days sawing with circular</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Sold 5 bush clover</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Bought ton plaster</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>{Totals}</p> </td> <td> <p>Cr to $2.90</p> </td> <td> <p>41</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> <p>38</p> </td> <td> <p>10</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT MARCH</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received $</p> </td> <td> <p>cts</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid $</p> </td> <td> <p>cts</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1st</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2^nd</p> </td> <td> <p>“ chopping grain</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>5th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ to Superannalist Minsters Fund</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid to R.C. &amp; Co for I bush of Timothy @</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>27^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for 2 bush crown peas</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>31st</p> </td> <td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>{totals}</p> </td> <td> <p>Dr</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>February Acc Cr $2.90</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td></td> </tr></tbody></table> &lt;/tr&gt; <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, APRIL</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>8^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from G. Hindle for use of ram last fall</p> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for 11 lbs of butter @ 15 cents</p> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>65</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Bought music stool @ $1.05 and sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>14^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Gave Haggard Bros a promisory Note for 3 months $1.50on price of land {illegible} had a {illegible} bill value</p> </td> <td> <p>17</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> <p>5</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>18</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from W. Learment for 10 bush barley</p> </td> <td> <p>6</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>22</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for suit of clothes and hat</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>22</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>24</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from Williamson for 2 cows &amp; 2 calves</p> </td> <td> <p>75</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>26</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid out $30</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>30</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Haggerts note</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ McCaul stake</p> </td> <td> <p> 4</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>‘ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>{totals}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$108</p> </td> <td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>$78</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, MAY</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2^nd</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from E. Bunting for 2 bush barley</p> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from A. Bunting for 5 other {illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>62</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>{illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>24^th</p> </td> <td> <p> “ “ {?}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>???</p> </td> <td> <p>Received from W. Broody</p> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>02</p> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>02</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Dr</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$2</p> </td> <td> <p>98</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>April Acc</p> </td> <td> <p>108</p> </td> <td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>78</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>78</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> <p>$29</p> </td> <td> <p>80</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td></td> </tr></tbody></table> &lt;/tr&gt; <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, JUNE</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st ??</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for {illegible} do for 38 bush</p> <p>Wheat @ $1.25</p> </td> <td> <p>4</p> <p>47</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> <p>30</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid lumber bill</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>28</p> </td> <td> <p>68</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ for shingle squares @ 500k</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for 52 bush wheat @ $1.23</p> </td> <td> <p>62</p> </td> <td> <p>73</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for hard salt</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>70</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>“ K.C.G.Co Acc</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for bacon</p> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>33</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid to Reform fund</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for wool and sheepskins</p> </td> <td> <p>94</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for pair coarse boots and sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>[illegible]</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for 2 yr steer</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid for hay rack</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Norse rakes wash machine</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>14</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>27</p> </td> <td> <p>For 3 bails water lime</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>6</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>29</p> </td> <td> <p>For valise (new)</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>[totals]</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$261</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>86</p> </td> <td> <p>38</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, JULY</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st </p> </td> <td> <p>Spent on trip to Toronto</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>4^th</p> </td> <td> <p>For barrel {illegible}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 41 bush wheat @ $1.15 per bush</p> </td> <td> <p>47</p> </td> <td> <p>45</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>31</p> </td> <td> <p>“ “ “</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>47</p> </td> <td> <p>45</p> </td> <td> <p>34</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>34</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> <p>$13</p> </td> <td> <p>45</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>June acc.</p> </td> <td> <p>261</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>86</p> </td> <td> <p>88</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>86</p> </td> <td> <p>88</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> <p>$174</p> </td> <td> <p>78</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td></td> </tr></tbody></table> <p>&lt;/tr&gt;</p> <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, AUGUST</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st</p> </td> <td> <p>For manufacturing 29 yds of rag carpet</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>90</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>{illegible} to Menagerie and Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>To A. Bunting for 1 ½ days work</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>14</p> </td> <td> <p>For Hist. of Prussia</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>From B. Watson for 8 cows, served, by {illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>For sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17</p> </td> <td> <p>“ do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23</p> </td> <td> <p>“ New whip and sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> <p>21</p> </td> <td> <p>90</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Dr</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$9</p> </td> <td> <p>90</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, SEPTEMBER</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st</p> </td> <td> <p>For 50 lbs timothy</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 1 pr of shoes</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 2 “ “ childrens fine shoes</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Axle arm and door hinges</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>15</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Other Articles</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>6</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Enrolling militia</p> </td> <td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Coynes Bill</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>11</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Buggy Shaft</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Groceries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>30</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>16</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 41 bush wheat</p> </td> <td> <p>59</p> </td> <td> <p>60</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Boots and Cotton</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>18</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 87 bush wheat</p> </td> <td> <p>108</p> </td> <td> <p>10</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>“ timothy seed</p> <p>“ Groceries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>21</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Admission to {?}meeting</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Pr Ewe lambs</p> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>26</p> </td> <td> <p>“ threshing</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>30</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Ram lambs</p> </td> <td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>212</p> </td> <td> <p>70</p> </td> <td> <p>53</p> </td> <td> <p>95</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>53</p> </td> <td> <p>95</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$158</p> </td> <td> <p>75</p> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td></td> </tr></tbody></table> &lt;/tr&gt; <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, OCTOBER</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>For 4 bows sewed</p> </td> <td> <p>6</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>“ one lamb</p> </td> <td> <p>10</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Co Show Expenses</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 56 bush wheat</p> </td> <td> <p>72</p> </td> <td> <p>70</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ 54 “ “</p> </td> <td> <p>69</p> </td> <td> <p>19</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ K.C. &amp; Co Acc.</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> <td> <p>18</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ W. Norris for a lamb</p> </td> <td> <p>10</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Mr. Keyworth “ “ “</p> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Hardware Trinket</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Linen front, {illegible}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>45</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>10</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Wooden pump</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>40</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>13</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Spring snape, {illegible}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>75</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Guelph Fair</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sugar and sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>21</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Mr. A Woodhall for 5 cows served</p> </td> <td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>22</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Quarterage</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>24</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Quinns bill</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>28</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ for prizes, Co show</p> </td> <td> <p>3</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>183</p> </td> <td> <p>39</p> </td> <td> <p>83</p> </td> <td> <p>28</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>83</p> </td> <td> <p>28</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> <p>100</p> </td> <td> <p>11</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, NOVEMBER</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st</p> </td> <td> <p>Cash for Taxes school tax inclusion</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>27</p> </td> <td> <p>49</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>3^rd</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>“ do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>“ for 5 lambs and 2 bush oats</p> </td> <td> <p>37</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Groceries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Blacksmiths bill</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4</p> </td> <td> <p>35</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Quarter of Mutton</p> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>35</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Nails and glass, whip</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>65</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>13</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Templers’ fees</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>70</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Groceries {illegible}</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Timothy &amp; Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>10</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Turkeys and ducks</p> </td> <td> <p>8</p> </td> <td> <p>43</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Groceries and</p> <p>“ dress goods and</p> <p>“ to Mrs. Peacock</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>25^th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Clothing and Watch</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>18</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>46</p> </td> <td> <p>78</p> </td> <td> <p>93</p> </td> <td> <p>19</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>46</p> </td> <td> <p>78</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Dr</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$46</p> </td> <td> <p>41</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td></td> </tr></tbody></table> &lt;/tr&gt;&lt;/tbody&gt; <table><tbody><tr><td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, DECEMBER</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1^st</p> </td> <td> <p>For suit of tweed</p> </td> <td> <p>{illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>{illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>{illegible}</p> </td> <td> <p>{illegible}</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>4^th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ R. Crawfords acc/ on wages</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>37</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>5^th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ barrel of Goderich</p> <p>“ Salt</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>70</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>8^th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Pocket Diary and Pure {illegible} - -</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>80</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9^th</p> </td> <td> <p>For “Lady Harrington” and calf</p> </td> <td> <p>150</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Deposited in Bank</p> </td> <td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>{15^th?}</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for 12 ½ lbs butter @ 18 cts</p> </td> <td> <p>{smudge}</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>22</p> </td> <td> <p>“ For Clifton</p> </td> <td> <p>79</p> </td> <td> <p>80</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Cash from farmer Campbell</p> </td> <td> <p>7</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Overcoat and Fur cape</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>15</p> </td> <td> <p>50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>30</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Hide</p> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> <td> <p>00</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ Book</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1</p> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>241</p> </td> <td> <p>25</p> </td> <td> <p>61</p> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>61</p> </td> <td> <p>12</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$180</p> </td> <td> <p>13</p> </td> <td> <p>Cr</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr></tbody></table><p>Recapitulation</p> <pre> Recieved Paid </pre> <p>Jan -- $14.85 $34.75 Feb -- 41.00 38.10 Mar -- 12.20 Apr -- 108.15 78.25 May -- 5.02 8.00 June -- 261.16 86.38 July -- 47.43 34.00 Aug -- 12.00 21.90 Sept -- 212.70 53.95 Oct -- 183.39 83.28 Nov -- 46.78. 93.19 Dec -- 241.25 61.12</p> <pre> $1173.751 605.12 150.00 $755.12 </pre> transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/c7180bb37c12256a3063a0d5c6dd9fc5.pdf 3a3dcf6faf2d46bd51738b60a1e2787a PDF Text Text ��������������������������������������������������������� https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/3672b737b98e8da4423dea8ed502a67d.pdf 035714f4c611b325c03d2e065c0b0f62 PDF Text Text ������������������������������������������������������������ https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/f94d8a368bf65b9b769017f709806901.pdf b6aa62a5769c068ec8c48205e667f380 PDF Text Text John Ferguson (1851-1931) 1872 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive volunteers Printed calendar for November, 1872 and December 1872 Printed calendar for September, 1872 and October 1872. {Handwritten} John. H. Ferguson, Centre Road No. 12, Chinguacousy. THE CANADIAN POCKET DIARY FOR 1872. TORONTO : PUBLISHED BY BROWN BROS., 66 KING STREET EAST. Printed calendar for 1872. {Printed information} - RATES OF POSTAGE {Printed information} - TABLE OF STAMP DUTIES; LAW TERMS; BANK HOLIDAYS {Printed information} - LIST OF SUNDAYS IN 1872. Calendar for January, 1872 and February, 1872. Printed calendar for March, 1872; April, 1872; May, 1872 and June 1872. Printed calendar for July, 1872 and August, 1872. January, MONDAY 1, 1872 A fine bright day, scarcely any snow on the fields or roads, some pretty large snow banks along the fences there is a great deal of ice, very slippery travelling, splendid skating. The Municipal election took place to day, Chinguacousy - Reeve. T. Bowles - Deputy Reeves J.P. Hutton K J. Henderson - Councillors E. Haggard and Joshua Modeland. TUESDAY 2 The Elections in Brampton yesterday for Reeveship were very exciting K. Chisholm was only 4 votes ahead of J. Coyne, there has been so much bribery used on both sides that the election is void necessitating a new election and two new candidates. Was helping T. Simpson saw wood with a new style of saw driven by one team of horses. Manufd. at Brunswick price $75.00 January, WEDNESDAY 3, 1872 �Spent half a day in cutting fall wheat straw with the straw cutter and jack and Mr F. House's horse power, the straw cut up nice and fine and with a little pea meal sprinkled over it, will make very good fodder. Some soft snow from the East and very foggy to night. THURSDAY 4 Hauled some 3 or 4 cords of wood from the "other place" bush and 110 white oak stakes. A mild sunny day, spent the evening in reading Mrs H. B. Stowe's latest work "My Wife and I" a very interesting tale. The Brampton Election yesterday was decided in favor of Coyne, he is Reeve for present year January, FRIDAY 5, 1872 Was engaged all day in hauling rails (old) from the "other place" which were used for a lane across the Etobicoke to repair the wheat field fence. Spent evening in Brampton at practice for the approaching S. School Convention. The "Christian Guardian" is enlarged to an eight paged journal and otherwise greatly improved. Had a roan C. calf from "Coral". SATURDAY 6 Prepared a ten bag grist for Mill of 3 parts barley and I part peas. Was cutting wheat straw with the help of John Learmont and our two span of horses. A very keen frost to night. January, SUNDAY 7, 1872 Drove the sleigh up to S.S this morning. Supt. pres lesson Acts #32 to 41. The new library books were distributed. Misses Tilly Snell and Lizzie McFaul were here for dinner. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion at 2½ PM. text - Luke XIII 6 to 9th It was a keen cold day. MONDAY 8 �Was cutting peas with the straw cutter all day it will save the trouble of threshing with the flail beside making it into a more acceptable state for the stock. J.C. Snell and wife took tea here this evening. Spent the evening at the Temperance Lodge. January, TUESDAY 9, 1872 Spent the forenoon in fanning peas. Father took 10 bags of grain to J.W. Mains Steam Grist Mills, Brampton, for chopped feed. Bought a new single sett of buggy harness from Martin Shipley (Hack mounted) @ $20. Misses O. Nichols, R Carter and Eagler were visiting sister Viney this afternoon. A very pleasant day. Wednesday 10 The Annual School Meetings took place to day at the School Houses all over the Province according to law. Mr R. J. Nichols spent an hour with us this forenoon in pleasant chit-chat. Spent the evening reading " Evenings at Donaldson Manor" a S.S. library book full of love stories. January, THURSDAY 11, 1872 Was engaged on chopping into cordwood a large sugar maple in the lower bush which was uprooted by the late winds. Spent evening at Hope Chapael at the P. M. Missionary Meeting, the Rev J. Guttery from Toronto was chief speaker, he is a fine and intelligent speaker. Friday 12 Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday. Killed and dressed a Berkshire sow of 200 lbs of pork. Spent the evening at Brampton at the Practice for the approaching Convention, had a lively and pleasant time until 10 o'clock. January, SATURDAY 13, 1872 Mailed a letter yesterday to Mrs John Ferguson in Missouri. The weather during the week has been mild and pleasant it is very icy under foot and but very little snow, the fields being almost entirely bare. Spent evening reading the current newspapers which are unusually interesting and entertaining at this time of the year. SUNDAY 14 �Drove the cutter up to S. School containing 3 of my sisters. Supt. abs. {Superintendent absent} lesson - Hebrews IV, 11 to 16. Spent the aftinoon at Mr. Perry's residence Brampton practicing music and took tea at Old Mrs. King's with Miss S. Truman. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach text - I Kings XIII 16 to 33 verses. A sharp frosty day. January, MONDAY 15, 1872 Was engaged all day in "swinging the poverty stick" on the peas, they are yielding a fair quantity of grain, the straw is fresh and bright making excellent fodder. Spent the evening at Choir Practice. Miss Sarah Peacock came up this evening to spend a few days. Had some 2 or 3 inches of snow to night. TUESDAY 16 Drove to Edmonton to get the buggy shaft repaired & a new neck yoke ironed. Spent the evening at practice in the Wesleyan Church until 8 o'clock and to 10 o'clock at the Primitive Church, Brampton. The slight fall of light snow had made some sleighing once more. January, WEDNESDAY 17, 1872 A bright frosty day. Spent the day attending to the stock &c, &c. Went to Stanley Mills this evening with the W.M. Choir to a tea meeting given by a Division of Sons of Temperance. Addresses given by Rev Shaw Carson and Dennis all bearing on the subject of Temperance. Arrived home at 12:30 oclock. THURSDAY 18 The first day of Meeting of Co. of Peel S.S. Association held in Brampton W.M. Church. Today's proceedings have been successful, both in the large attendance and the feeling of good will and harmony preaching. Revs. Shaw and Armidge W.P Lacey (from London) {Schring} (Newmarket) addressed the night meeting, a large crowd. January, FRIDAY 19, 1872 Mr Erastus Bunting died suddenly last night @ 10 o'clock after a short illness of the worst form of scarlet fever. The second day of Convention the Mass Meeting of the children of the County took place at 2 PM the church was crammed, addressed by �Revs. Hartcourt, Carson, Lacey. A very large meeting at night at which J.C. Snell presided. SATURDAY 20 Received an additional 6 or 8 inches of snow which has revived the sleighing. The C. P. A. Society's Annual Meeting was held in the Court House at 2 PM. for the election of Officers. Mrs J. C Snell and two little ones are here all night January, SUNDAY 21, 1872 Drove the sleigh to Brampton at 9 o'clock for the pall bearers who are members of I. O. G. Templars for E.A. Bunting's funeral took place at 10 o'clock, buried at the Old Cemetry Brampton. The funeral procession was nearly ½ mile long. Rev. J. Shaw preached text - Revelation XXI, 4th verse a very impressive sermon. The untimely end of our best neighbour and one of our truest friends, Aged 39 yrs. Rev. W.W. Carson preached tonight, text, Matt. XXVII 3,4 & 5 verses. MONDAY 22 Was fanning cut peas. Drew 3 loads of hard maple wood from lower bush, makes the finish of the firewood hauling for this season. Spent the evening at the Lodge, had quite a full meeting, each member received a copy of the Constitution and By Laws of the Templars. 4 were initiated. January, TUESDAY 23, 1872 Drove the sleigh to Sligo this morning No. 2, Caledon for a load of cedar fence stakes bought 146 @ $200 per hundred, they are 7 ft long and of good overall size. The last snow fall has made capital sleighing. The cedar business is quite lively, a great many people are hauling rails. WEDNESDAY 24 Took the same journey as yesterday and bought 500 cedar rails from Mr Mc Coll, Sligo, No. 3 Caledon, for $20, brought home 85 rails and one gate post. Stopped at Claude at H. Manning Hotel to feed the team. �January, THURSDAY 25, 1872 Brought 90 rails down to day they are pretty fair size but rather rough and crooked, 11 ft long, are all seasoned the swamp being overrun with fire last summer. It was a pretty cold day and very blustering the sleigh track drifted full of snow, making it heavy travelling. FRIDAY 26 Drew 100 cedar rails from Sligo to day some of which are burnt black, making it disagreeable work handling them. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, had an addition to the Soprano of the two Misses Stewart, who are singers in the John Street, Pres. Church. A cold day. January, SUNDAY 27, 1872 Drove to Caledon, left home at 7.30 A.M. arrived at 9 o'clock took dinner yesterday and today at Claude Hotel. brought home 96 rails about 3 P.M. J. C. Snell took tea here this evening and sister Viney went home with him. The weather was milder and looks like a storm. SUNDAY 28 Went to S. School this morning Supt. Abs. lesson - Rev. I chap. Spent afternoon at the Brampton W.M. S. School which is largely attended and a very good school. J. W. Boyman is Supt. Choir Practice at 4 P.M. took tea at Mr A. Morton’s this evening. W.W Carson preached text Matt. XXIV. 44th verse. January, MONDAY 29, 1872 Went to Caledon this morning, it was exceedingly cold facing the sharp frosty west wind, brought home 100 rails. Spent the evening at the Temperance Lodge, had a full attendance of numbers, the election of officers for the next Quarter took place making the meeting lively and exciting. TUESDAY 30 Made another trip after cedar, brought 35 rails making the full compliment and 5 over of the 500 rails which I bought, for which paid cash $20, also bought 3 gate posts, paid �$1.25 for the 4 gate posts, also 25 stakes, total number of stakes 170. J. C. Snell shipped to Illinois one of our Berkshires, January, WEDNESDAY 31, 1872 Exchanged with Mr Hindle 28 bush {bushels} of black oats for seed, ours has been too long on the farm and were degenerating and turning white. Went with W.M. Choir this evening to Streetsville to help sing at a Temperance Meeting, was a large attendance had a very lively and pleasant time especially the sleigh ride. February, THURSDAY 1, 1872 Rather a bright pleasant day W. wind and plenty sharp frost the sleighing is very good except in neighbourhood of Brampton. Our folks went on a visit to Mr A. Dyer's. Nearly 2 o'clock this morning when arrived from Streetsville. February, FRIDAY 2, 1872 Drove the team over to Hutton's Sawmill and bought 150 ft of 1½ inch flooring & 3 seasoned clear planks (for to make a water trough) for which paid at rate of $16 per. m. also 5 3x4 inch scantling and an assortment of 3 and 4 inch strips @ $10 & $12 per m. paid for all $5.67. Spent evening at Choir Practice. A bright clear day. SATURDAY 3 Was threshing peas with the flail. Started for Brampton this afternoon in the cutter but in passing a team at No. 10 was upset and broke the shaft. Went to Brampton on horseback this evening and visited J. E. Wood's Barber Shop to be shorn. February, SUNDAY 4, 1872 Went to Quarterly Meeting in Brampton at 10 o'clock, Rev. W. W. Carson preached text - Luke XXII, 15th verse. had a profitable service. Took dinner at Mrs Trueman’s with D. Modeland, and tea at J. W. Mains. Rev. John Shaw preached at 6 text II Corinthians 18th verse. after the public preaching, there was a prayer meeting MONDAY 5 Spent the day in threshing peas and choring around generally. Went to Brampton tonight and (joined the) or became a member of Mechanics Institute untill the end of this �year by paying $1.00 and have weekly use of the public library. Spent evening at the I. O. G. J. Lodge which was held in M. E. Church February, TUESDAY 6, 1872 Bro. Dr. C.Y. Moore was at Lodge last night, he has just come from New York City and gave a good account of his Temperance experiences there. Some 8 or 10 inches of snow fell last night which was needed to help the sleighing. Was mortising pine 3x4 scantling for end pieces for new gates. WEDNESDAY 7 Uncle George & Aunt Phoebe {Burke} came here this evening from Scarborough to visit a few days. Rigged up the sleigh with seats around the outer ridge and gathered a large load of young folks from Brampton and No. 10 and drove up to J. C. Snell's party given for Lizzie and Viney, about 30 present, had a lively and pleasant time in games and music. February, THURSDAY 8, 1872 Arrived home this morning shortly after 4 o'clock after taking the young people home, enjoyed a nap of two or 3 hours pretty thoroughly. It was a warm bright day. Went to Brampton this evening and attended a public Temperance Meeting in W.M. Church, addresses by Revs. Shaw Bradshaw, Pringle and Herridge, not a very large attendance. FRIDAY, 9 Drove to Caledon to day for a load of fence stakes, brought home 170. Aunt Lizzie and Eggie spent evening here in social chat. Our visitors spent afternoon at J.C. Snell's. Another warm day, it is affecting the snow considerably on the Centre Road February, SATURDAY 10, 1872 Brought from Caledon my last load of cedar for this winter consisting of 165 stakes and paid A. Mc Coll $8.50 for the 500. Our Scarborough friends started for home this forenoon. Weather today, warm and misty. Spent evening at Melodeon and "Peel Banner". The Assessor (John Hamilton) was here yesterday, and raised the valuation $200. Have my name on the roll for 25 acres. �SUNDAY 11 Went to S. School this morning Supt. abs. J. Rleraig acting in his place) lesson Revelations, II 8th verse to end of chap. a large attendance. Dawson Modeland spent the day here in social converse about his travels in New York. The evening closed in with a drizzling rain preventing my attending church. February, MONDAY 12, 1872 Each of some half dozen went to Stewart's saw mill Esquesing this morning for a load of pine lumber for W. Campbell the blacksmith, who intends building a new shop, about 800 ft of pine in each load, took dinner at 3 P.M. at their place No. 10. Spent evening at the Lodge, Brampton had a very large attendance, business lively. TUESDAY 13 Misty and thawing very fast the's two days a steady rain pretty much all day from East. the roads are nearly bare. Spent afternoon in Brampton and received a letter from Aunt Mary Mason, Osborn, Mo. Bought a rawhide riding whip and some spirits of Hartshorn. February, WEDNESDAY 14, 1872 A sudden change in the weather very cold and sharp frost. Spent forenoon at Campbell's shop getting a horse shod. Went to Brampton this evening to Mr S. Capper's Temperance lecture in W.M. Church, a large attendance lecture lasted nearly 2 hours and was full of funny anecdotes, he sang several temperance songs in good style, a collection amounted to ${blank}. THURSDAY 15 Conveyed with the team and sleigh 8 bags of barley and 4 bags of peas to J.W. Mains Hall for chopping. Received a letter from Tom Mason it is the first letter he has written to me. J. C. Snell and family took tea here this evening. Spent evening reading "Tales of Kings & Queens of England". February, FRIDAY 16, 1872 Drove to Brampton this morning for the chopped grain, bought 1½ bush. of green apples form C. Dawson @ 60¢ per bush. Took the cutter to Campbell's shop and had a �new shoe put on it. Received a Valentine from some young lady. Bought a peice of sheet music "Thoughts of Childhood" @ 40¢. Spent evening at Choir Practice. SATURDAY 17 Was engaged in sawing cordwood with the bucksaw into 2 ft lengths. Father and Mother are spending afternoon and evening at R. Nichol's No. 10 Centre Road. It is a bright moonlight night and a pretty sharp frost. February, SUNDAY 18, 1972 Drove the team up to S. School taking all my sisters, Sput. {Supt.} Pres. lesson - Rev. III 1 to 6. Supt. last Sunday and he gave each scholar a New Testament and the teachers each a Scripture Atlas. Went to Brampton W.M. S. School at 2 P.M. 105 present a very interesting school. Took tea at Mrs Trueman's and heard W.W. Carson preach text, I Kings XVIII 21st verse. MONDAY 19 A bright beautiful day, thawing fast. Spent the day at wood sawing in the wood shed. Spent the evening pleasantly and profitably at Ebenezer with a large turn out of the scholars, teachers and parents of the S. School a fare well social to Rev. W. Millard who is leaving the place, J. C. Snell got up an excellent address and a present of $50.00 February, TUESDAY 20, 1872 Was at pretty much the same kind of work as yesterday. Mailed a letter to Uncle J. Ferguson containing an order for $75 Amer. Curr'y {American Currency} as a present Mr Hindle, giving half of it, it is for to purchase a horse. Spent the evening at prayer meeting and Choir Practice. The mild weather continues. WEDNESDAY 21 Took the iron plough up to Quin’s shop for to get a new mouldboard put on and other repairs. Spent the evening at S. S. Anniversary in Rev. J. Pringle's Church Brampton as a bass singer in the W.M Choir, a large audience and a full staff of speakers, a present of 12 large volumes given to W. N. Hossie The Supt. of the school. February, THURSDAY 22, 1872 �Spent the day in buck sawing, threshing peas and preparing a grist of wheat for to be conveyed to Mill to morrow. A keen frosty day and splendid moonlight nights, which is the pleasantest kind of winter weather. Spent evening reading one of the Institute's library books History of England. Mailed a letter last night to Mrs John Mason. FRIDAY 23 Took a grist of Diehl wheat to Brampton Steam Grist Mills about 18 bush. Heard the sad news of the sudden death of Mrs A. F. Campbell this morning after a short but painful illness. Spent the evening at J. C. Snell's he has been attending the Co. York S. S. Convention held in Markham. Passed the evening in social chat till 10.30 oclock. It is my first visit there this year. February, SATURDAY 24, 1872 Father and Mother started for Mt. Charles in the buggy with a span of horses. A very warm day, clearing the snow away very fast, the roads are quite muddy. Spent evening at home, music and reading and general preparations for Sabbath. The Reform Association met to day and chose Robert Smith as their candidate for next election for the House of Commons. SUNDAY 25 Considerable rain during the night the fields are swimming, turned very cold and freezing keen. Went to S. School this morning on foot - lesson Rev. III 7 to 13th. The funeral of the late Mrs A. F. Campbell took place this afternoon in Toronto, {Tu-}. Rev. Mr {Aeridge?} preached, it is a sad blow to Alex. Rev W. W. Carson preached in Brampton text, Psalms CXIX 9th verse. A very earnest address to young men. February, MONDAY 26, 1872 Spent the day in the wearisome routine of stock feeding and pea threshing, bright, beautiful weather, a keen frost where the sun's rays do not penetrate. Went to Brampton this evening about 8 o'clock the burning J. Clark's stables and blacksmiths shop caused great excitement. At the Lodge about 15 more were added to our number, had a lively meeting. TUESDAY 27 �Fanned thoroughly 16 bush. of peas and stored them in the driving house for future use. Put the old Hamilton Combined Reaper & Mower on the waggon and drew it to Brampton to Haggert Bros. for which we are receiving $30.00. J. Tribble of Amaranth arrived here on a visit. February, WEDNESDAY 28, 1872 Loaned the waggon to Mr S. Bunting for to haul firewood. John Tribble started for home this morning in his cutter, they have splendid sleighing in Amaranth but the roads here are nearly dusty. Was engaged in splitting stovewood. Spent evening reading "A walk from London to John O'Groats House" and no tea by the way. THURSDAY 29 Was at the same kind of work as yesterday. A cold north wind and very hard frost. Father & Mother were visiting at John Woodhall's. Mailed a copy of last week's Banner to Rev. J. F. Dyer, Pennsylvania containing Rev. W. Millard's resignation. Also today's Banner to Carthage. March, FRIDAY 1, 1872 Was engaged in splitting the sawed blocks of wood into stovewood. Sold the first consignment of fresh eggs this season, today 3½ Doz. @ 18¢. Viney and I walked to Brampton tonight to a lecture on the "Magic of Science" by Dr. May of Toronto, some of the experiments were very nice but the lecture was slow and uninteresting. SATURDAY 2 Was threshing peas with the poverty stick all forenoon, fanned 10 bush. for storage against next fall. The first young lamb this season arrived to day. J. C. Snell and wife took tea here this evening, he attended the township S. S. Convention yesterday in Cheltenham. An attempt to assassinate Queen Victoria was frustrated. March, SUNDAY 3, 1872 Walked to S. School this morning Rev. Jas. Brooks, pres. lesson Rev. III 14th to 22, a good average attendance. Heard Rev. John Shaw at Zion at 2½ o'clock text Mark, XIII, 37th verse. Heard same preacher in Brampton to night text Joshua XXII 20th verse. A plain practical sermon. Sister Viney is very sick. �MONDAY 4 A few inches of light snow fell during the night, which is flying in clouds to day that almost blind the vision it is very cold the mercury is below zero. Spent the evening at the Lodge which met for first time in the New Vestry of W. M. Church, it is a nice cosy room, had a lively meeting. March, TUESDAY 5, 1872 If any difference the cold is more intense than yesterday with a driving North Wester. Had 3 more fine lambs three 2 of which perished with the cold and third is very delicate, took it and the ewe down in the turnip cellar, where it is quite warm. Spent evening reading an Institute's library. Received a letter from Uncle Taylor, Oakville WEDNESDAY 6 Mr Bart. Snell's Auction Sale of Farm stock and Implements took place today, some very good articles. W.W. Roe Auctioneer. Spent evening at the Opening of New "Chisholm's Concert Hall" and Concert, some of the Peices and songs were well executed by the Toronto Singers and the Brass Band performed well. The Hall was crowded. March, THURSDAY 7, 1872 The weather has moderated some what but pretty severe yet. Mother started for Oakville, via Toronto, to spend a few days. Spent evening at a surprise party at J. Rleraig No. 18 1st line East, about two dozen young folks, had an oyster supper and lots of fun got home at 4 o'clock in morning FRIDAY 8 Was engaged in buck sawing splitting and piling stove wood. Spent evening at the Annual Soiree in the John Street Presb. Church Brampton not a very large attendance, had a good practical address from Rev. Prof. Inglise of Toronto on "Religion in Everyday life". A good choir led by Mr Perry and Miss Jessie Morton. March, SATURDAY 9, 1872 �A light fall of snow last night from East, misty all day with snow and sleet. Was flailing peas have the "Golden Vines" about finished threshing. Mr Alexander Campbell Sen. brought his trunks and boxes here for safe keeping for the present as Alex. has given up house keeping and sold the furniture. SUNDAY 10 Drove cutter to S. School this morning, Mr A. Woodhall acting as Supt. lesson, Rev. V chap. J. C. Snell read an excellent letter from Mr. Millard. Mrs. Elias Snell died on Friday night and will be buried to morrow at Ebenezer. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach to night, text, II Kings IV, 26th verse. A very good discourse. March MONDAY 11, 1872 Spent most of the day at the wood question. Mrs Elias Snell was buried to day at Ebenezer. Mother arrived from her Oakville visit leaving the friends in good spirits. Went to Lodge tonight in the buggy, had a full meeting and a lively one, four candidates were initated. Received a letter from Uncle John Ferguson, he has received the cheque for $75. TUESDAY 12 Stuck at it and put in a big day's sawing with "Corporation Fiddle" the latest name for the buck saw. Spent evening in writing a letter to Thomas Mason it is nearly a month since I received his letter. A fine bright day and looking a little like spring March, WEDNESDAY 13, 1872 Sold to J. W. Main 42 bush. of barley @ 58¢ per bush. = $24.60. Mrs Guy Bell died suddenly last night of a paralytic stroke leaving a daughter 2 wks. old. Her death was untimely and unexpected by her, which is very sad. Spent the evening reading "Oliver Twist" one of Charles Dickens' works. THURSDAY 14 Went to Brampton and bought of K.C. & Co. 1 ton of white Caledonia Plaster @ $7.00, put in bags at G.J.R. station and drew it home on the waggon. Mailed a letter yesterday to T. Mason. Spent evening in same manner as last night. �March, FRIDAY 15, 1872 Spent the day at the wood business. Father, Mother and Viney went to Mrs Bell's funeral, Rev Mr Mackay preached was buried on 3rd line West, she made many friends in life, that was so short. Heard Rev John Carrol preached in W.M. Vestry - text Luke XIX 24th he has a peculiar voice, is an old man SATURDAY 16 Spent the day from 6 in the morning to 6 o'clock at Robert Lowess' bee for hauling timber for a barn from Esquesing, had the waggon which runs very well. Mr Alexander Campbell came here this evening. Fine bright days and frosty nights. March, SUNDAY 17, 1872 Went to S. School this morning. J. C. Snell conducted the proceedings - lesson - Rev. VII, 9 to 17th verse. W.W. Carson preached in Zion this afternoon to a small audience. Heard him preach in the lecture room off the W.M. Church Brampton to night - text - Isaiah, LV 6th and 7th verses. A powerful appeal to the unconverted. MONDAY 18 Spent the day at Sale of Stock and Household Furniture of the late Erastus Bunting, a large attendance, the articles brought fair prices, the farm was leased for one year to W. Newhouse for $444, which is a high rate. Spent evening at the Lodge an interesting meeting, Dr. Moore gave an interesting address. March, TUESDAY 19, 1872 Some 6 or 8 inches of snow fell last night, which is drifting furiously with a cold North Wester. Brought Mrs J. C. Snell and babies down here to spend two or 3 days. A sleigh load of us went to Brampton to night to hear Rev. A. Sutherland of Toronto lecture on Temperance in New Town Hall, a large audience and an admirable lecture. WEDNESDAY 20 A very cold day with a strong Nor. Wester wind, thermometer 5 º deg. below zero. J. C. Snell staid here last night and went to Toronto this morning. Spent the day threshing �crown peas, the straw is very short and cuts up a good deal with the flail. Spent evening reading "The Old Curiosity Shop" one of Charles Dicken's Novels. March, THURSDAY 21, 1872 Not so severe as yesterday but still very cold. Drove the sleigh to Brampton and brought Aunt Mrs Trueman up to dinner and tea. J. C. Snell came from Toronto was a witness on a lawsuit. J. Rleraig, versus, George Miller the latter was victorious it will cost J. Rleraig considerable. J. C. Sn. and family went home to night. FRIDAY 22 Was engaged in splitting and piling stovewood. Hired James Hanson for 7 months @ $65.00 to commence work on first day of April. Messrs R Nichols and wife and John Woodhall and wife spent the evening here in social chat. Went to Choir Practice this evening, had a full attendance March, SATURDAY 23, 1872 A stormy blustering day wind in the West. Was threshing with the flail crown peas they turn out well to the bulk of straw. Took 11 bags of peas and barley down to J. W. Mains for chopping. Received from Uncle Adam an account of their Social at which they realized $140. Spent evening examining a new note book "The Silver Song" and admirable collection of Songs SUNDAY 24 Spent the morning at S. School J. Rleraig addressed the school on the lesson Rev. XXII 10 to 17th, the attendance was not large. Heard Rev. W. W. Carson preach in the Vestry, Brampton to night text, Acts, III 19th verse, a very earnest and impressive discourse, there was a short prayer meeting after the sermon. March MONDAY 25, 1872 Was engaged in splitting and piling hemlock stove wood. Old Mr A. Campbell left here this morning for a visit on the 3rd line east. Brought home from Brampton the load of chopped grain and 1 bush. of Diehl wheat cracked. Spent the evening at the Lodge very pleasantly, it grows larger and more interesting, an addition of 7 men tonight. �TUESDAY 26 Received last night a letter from Uncle Taylor stating that Aunt Anne is very ill with sore canker mouth. Was kicked on the instep with one of our horses and am scarcely able to walk, is swollen a good deal. Father and mother were at James Haggert's Sale of Furniture only bought a stand @ 30¢. Had my coarse boots half soled by John Coyne. March, WEDNESDAY 27, 1872 My foot is some better but not able to do any work, the application of Tincture of Arnica has relieved it considerably. Finished reading the "Old curiosity Shop" some parts of the book are very nice but the greater part is nonsense and not at all elevating to the mind. The weather during the past two days has taken a change, is quite warm and thawing fast. THURSDAY 28 Snow fell steadily and fast all day to the amount of 6 or 8 inches. Sold 22 bush. wheat to J.W. Main @ $1.25 = $27.50. Was helping at whitewashing in the house. Spent evening at Dr. Moore's lecture "Memories of New York" as one of W.M. Choir in New Town Hall. The lecture was chiefly able criticisms on the prominent Divines and head men of that City. March, FRIDAY 29, 1872 A fine bright warm day, snow disappearing as fast as it came yesterday. Spent the day in papering the walls of the dining room with a handsome lilac paper, a neat flower, with elongated diamond shaped groundwork and traceries, with a richly coloured bordering next the ceiling. A famous Strike among the Printers of Toronto for higher wages and only 9 hours labour per day is causing some excitement and delay in the issue of the newspapers. SATURDAY 30 Finished threshing the crown peas this forenoon. Was engaged in papering the walls of the kitchen with a somewhat similar pattern to the one in the dining room, it helps the appearance of the kitchen wonderfully. Another snow storm from the East is starting this evening. �March, SUNDAY 31, 1872 About one foot of snow fell last night, is raining steadily nearly all day, encrusting all the trees and shrubs with a thick layer of ice. On account of the weather, staid at home all day passed the time in reading good books and music. Miss Sarah Peacock is here since last night on a visit and is storm staid until tomorrow. April, MONDAY 1, 1872 Drove Miss S. Peacock to Brampton in the sleigh and received a letter from Aunt Jennie in Missouri. Except Viney and I all the folks spent the day visiting at Mr John Snell's. Spent evening at the Temple, had a large attendance over 150 members, had some choice readings, and an essay by Bro. J. J. Bunting on Temperance and some music April, TUESDAY 2, 1872 Cleaned up the crown peas 17½ bush. would have more but some have been fed and wasted, they are pretty large peas. Had a look around John Snell's splendid Stock they are all in high condition and reflect great credit on the owner for his skill and attention to them. A social in New Town Hall for "John Street S. School". Realized about $60. by selling a pound cake WEDNESDAY 3 It takes nearly all my time in paying attention to the stock at this season especially the sheep a fine shearling ewe died to day, have now 22 lambs of which there are only two pairs of twins. Started making at plank trough for watering the cattle at the yard pump the old trough is worn out. A very hard frost to night. April, THURSDAY 4, 1872 Finished constructing the water trough, it is 11 ft long, 14 inch wide & 10 inch deep, fitted in a scantling frame, tightened with oak wedges, joints fitted with white lead. Finished the house cleaning and white washing, gave the under part of kitchen stoop roof a coat of whitewash which helps to make the kitchen lighter. Spent evening writing a letter to Aunt Jennie �FRIDAY 5 Received a letter from Aunt Mary Mason stating that the Winter out there has been a very cold and protracted one. Went to Brampton to night and heard Rev. Manly Benson lecture in W.M. Church on "Across the Continent" an eloquent and graphic account of a trip to California on the "Vision Pacific R. Railroad", he has a musical rich voice and great powers of description he is only a young man. April, SATURDAY 6, 1872 A sudden thaw started yesterday which has raised old Etobicoke very high overspreading the whole flats, blocked up with immense cakes of ice 2 ft in thickness. It is an intensely dark night a heavy mist and no moonshine. A very warm day, engaged in choring around and fixing up things for the Coming Spring. SUNDAY 7 Went to S. School this morning in the buggy in company with 3 of my sisters. John Rleraig addressed the school on the lesson - II Kings II chap, 19 to 25, a small attendance because of bad roads. Commenced raining about noon and lasts until night. Spent the remainder of the day at home on account of sudden indisposition. April, MONDAY 8, 1872 Am somewhat on the sick list yet and not doing much to day. James Hanson commenced work here today is engaged for 7 months @ $65.00. Spent the evening at the Lodge or Temple, had a good meeting and a lively debate about our duty as Good Templars to use our influence to prevent Grocer Stores getting licences to sell Whisky. Rev. W.W. Carson resigned his connection with the Lodge, he is leaving Brampton. TUESDAY 9 Sold "Coral Prince" 18 months old to Mr Caesar of Chinguacousy@ $125. he gave a promissory note due in nine months from present date. Had a short visit from Mr John Jones, took dinner and had a look around at our livestock. Spent evening at home reading a very nice tale "The Lamplighter". It was a warm day for the season, the snow is nearly all gone April, WEDNESDAY 10, 1872 �Had a short call from James Crawford, is now Agent for D.W. Beadle's new work on Horticulture, got up in handsome style and sold at at a high price. Viney and I heard Mr S. Capper's Farewell lecture tonight, Brampton "Beware of the Dog In Temperance" it contained some very good ideas, interspersed with lively anecdotes. There was a pretty large audience THURSDAY 11 Seeded with red clover seed the 10 acres of winter wheat across the creek, 10 lbs to acre, the ground is pretty soft the lower frost not yet being out. Commenced the fencing operations to day of which there is a great deal to be done because of the high winds during the past winter. A bright warm beautiful day, the roads drying fast April, FRIDAY 12, 1872 Considerable has fallen through the day. Was busy all forenoon in the sheepen dooking the sheep, it helps their appearance a great deal. Went to Brampton Post to night and received all the weekly papers, also a letter from Janie Dixon to Viney, stating that her mother is nearly blind. SATURDAY 13 Finished up the flail pea threshing yesterday, threshed a few early peas for seed. Was pulling down old fences and assorting the rails and making a new gate. Spent the evening at J. C. Snell's in social chat until ten o'clock. Promises a pretty hard frost tonight April, SUNDAY 14, 1872 Spent the forenoon at S. School J. Rleraig addressing the scholars on the lesson II Kings II, 19 to 25, rather a slim attendance. Prayer and class meeting at Zion this afternoon, the Minister disappointing. Heard Rev. Mr Gough preach in Brampton tonight text Luke XVI 6 to 9th verse. He is successor to Rev. W. W. Carson who is now preaching in Toronto MONDAY 15 Kept as a public holiday throughout the Dominion are a day of Thanksgiving for the Prince of Wales recovery from a very severe attack of typhoid fever. Rev O.G. �Collamore of the M.E. Church preached in W.M. Church, Brampton tonight. Spent the evening at the Lodge, there were 3 initiated one of them Rev. Mr Thompson of P.M. Church. Quite a hard frost tonight and very wintry. April, TUESDAY 16, 1972 Mr William Caesar came and took away to his home, "Coral Prince". Was engaged in building fence below the orchard meadow on the Etobicoke Bluffs. Bought 65 lbs of fence galvanised wire @ $5.20, and 1½ bush. of Early Rose Potatoes @ $1.00 per bush. Spent evening reading at S. School library. WEDNESDAY 17 Sowed broadcast 1 ton of white plaster on the two meadow fields containing 22 acres, it is a nasty job, the plaster enters your eyes and nose, mouth and ears, is very uncomfortable feeling. Father went to a Railroad Meeting in Edmonton which was in favor of the Credit Valley Railroad. Brought home an iron plow, has on it a new "Walker" still board and new sole and share. April, THURSDAY 18, 1872 This is my twenty first birthday having got beyond the period of what the "law" calls infancy, I shall need to put away childish things and try and think and act like a man. Was brushing the meadow with the top of a large red plum tree, for loosen the ground around the grass roots, tried the harrow first but thought it too severe, it tore up some of the roots. FRIDAY 19 Had a litter of eleven Berkshire yesterday from the old sow. Commenced plowing clover sod field (North) the ground is very mellow, some of the neighbours have been plowing about a week. Had the second team rolling the meadow. Spent the evening at Temperance Reunion in New Town Hall, had songs by Misses Chisholm & Morton (over) April, SATURDAY 20, 1872 And excellent readings by Prof. Lafferty of Guelph and J. Hughes of Toronto. Had a crowded house. Sowed 9½ acres of black oats on "other place" back field and gave it �one stroke with harrow. Mrs J. C. Snell and babies spent the day here. Received from Carthage two papers "Carthage Banner" and the "Mining News". SUNDAY 21 Walked up to S. School this morning. Rev. Jas. Brooks addressed the school on the - lesson - II Kings IV, 1 to 7. an average attendance. Had a heavy shower this evening, got a good soaking coming from Church Brampton, Rev. John Shaw preach text - Luke XVIII 13th verse a very pointed and practical address. They are now holding Special service there. April, MONDAY 22, 1872 Was engaged in plowing sod, the hard frost last night makes it harder work both for man and beast. Spent the evening at the Lodge, was a member of a trio committee to investigate three cases of brothers charged with violating the pledge, had to adjourn for a week for want of evidence to give them a fair trial. TUESDAY 23 Had quite a snow storm today covering the ground once more with a white mantle, but it soon disappeared with a heavy fall of rain. Was pruning the young orchard they are very thrifty looking trees do not require much pruning, they have such a dense growth of roots that they can bear a heavy top. April, WEDNESDAY 24, 1872 The Country Agric. Society's Show of Horses and Cattle took place at Brampton and was well attended, the show of horses was good, not so many Short Horns' present as usual. Mr Hugh Clark showed a Jersey yearling bull. Spent the day in plowing sod and consequently was not at the Show. Spent evening reading "Maria Monk" THURSDAY 25 Because of the frost and rain have not been able to finish the oat field until now, harrowed and run out the furrows, it is still quite wet on the low ground. seeded it with clover and timothy 125 lbs. Was rolling the fall wheat on "other place" it looks bad. Very warm all day. Put the sheep out for a few hours on the fields. �April, FRIDAY 26, 1872 Rolled the winter wheat which is across there Etobicoke it has rather a better appearance than the other field but is rather a poor show for a crop. Was at John Snell’s an hour or two this afternoon looking at the Stock. Received from Dawborn & Co. Toronto, per Express, 12 lbs of orchard grass @ $2.50. SATURDAY 27 Sowed barley in the little orchard and seeded it with a bush. orchard grass and 30 lbs of clover and timothy. Received from Mr Hamilton of Tullamore. 28 apple trees 3 yrs. old (varieties) Wagner 4, Red Spitzenberg 2, Roxbury Russet 4, Golden Russet 4, Foxwhelp 4, Early Harvest 1. Paid $3.00 on account. April, SUNDAY 28, 1872 Spent the morning at S. School Rev W. Millard present as a visitor lesson, II Kings IV, 18 to 26th, it was quite a treat to have our old Supt. to explain the lesson and illustrate it on the blackboard. Went to Brampton to night heard Rev. John Shaw preach text, Mark VIII 36 & 37th verses. They are now holding special services there and a good many are being converted. MONDAY 29 Sowed 14 bush. of barley on 5½ acres of fall plowing, cultivated it twice before sowing. Spent the evening at the Lodge, the charges against Bros. Martin and Mitchell we both sustained, they will be reprimanded by W.C. Templar the elections of officers for next quarter, was elected to office of W. Marshall. Bought a new straw hat for everyday wear @ 25 cts. April, TUESDAY 30, 1872 Was plowing sod all day, had the other team rolling the oat and barley fields. The weather is warm and dry the majority of farmers will finish the Spring seeding this week, the most of it has been put in good trim. Planted a few Early Rose potatoes in the garden, also some parsnip seed and top onions, transplanted some strawberries. �May, WEDNESDAY 1, 1872 Cultivated some of the worst spots in the fall wheat field at the "other place" and sowed them with barley, amounting to about 1½ acres. Had some light westerly showers, it some cooler today than it has been of late. May, THURSDAY 2, 1872 Was sowing peas on the plowed sod, sowed 8 bush. crown peas pure 11 bush. of mixed crown and Golden Vines, they harrow in beautifully the ground being very mellow. The last lamb of the season arrived this morning, have now 27 all told of hearty strong lambs. Quite cool tonight. FRIDAY 3 Had a very cold rainstorm this forenoon. Mr G. Hamilton from Tullamore brought the remaining 16 apple trees 8 each of Northern Spy and Rhode Island Greening. paid him the balance of money for them $3.00. Finished plowing sod and sowing peas 9 acres. Went to Brampton tonight and received a letter from Aunt Jennie, Carthage. May, SATURDAY 4 , 1872 Visited J. E. Wood's Barber Shop last evening and my locks sheared. Finished harrowing and running the furrows on the pea field also put on some No. 12 Galvanized wire on the fence stakes on south side of Etobicoke lane. The weather is cool for this season quite severe frosts at night. SUNDAY 5 Heard Rev. Joel Briggs of Georgetown preach this morning at Brampton Quarterly Meeting text - Matt. V, 16th verse. There was a large turnout from all parts of the circuit and we had an excellent meeting. Took dinner at Mrs Trueman's with Dawson Modeland . Heard Rev. John Shaw preach tonight text - Rev. XX, 12th. The prayer meeting was largely attended and many earnest seekers. May, MONDAY 6, 1872 Finished the Spring seeding of oats, barley and peas last Saturday, before the great majority of our neighbours, and in good time. Was rebuilding the fences over the creek �between W. Newhouse and us also at the foot of the lane to confine the sheep to the woods and give the grass on the flats field a chance to grow. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Installation of the New Officers for the current Quarter (was performed by Bro. C. Y. Moore, M.D.) took place. One more joined the Lodge. TUESDAY 7 Bro. J. J. Bunting is W. C. Templar and Sister Jemima Stewart W. V. Templar. Was engaged in hauling manure on the field in front of the house, drew 14 loads and scattered it off the waggon on the poorest spots of ground. Had the other team plowing the same field into ridges 22 ft wide. The weather yesterday & today has been very warm, the willows are just shooting forth their leaves and the early apple trees. May, WEDNESDAY 8, 1872 Old Mr Peter Chisholm died on the 6th and was buried to day in Brampton he was a member of Rev. J. Pringle's Church and one of the first settlers aged 76 yrs. Washed the sheep 27 in Etobicoke this forenoon, the water was pretty warm but only about 2½ ft deep. Hauled out 7 loads of manure. Rev. {Manby} Benson preached a powerful sermon in Brampton last night. THURSDAY 9 Had a short visit yesterday from Miss Sarah Peacock. Was engaged today in plowing with two teams in the fallow field, the ground is getting quite hard, plowed 3¼ acres. A very high west wind prevailed very warm and dry. The barley and oats are up finely and growing fast. Spent evening reading "The Lives of Great Men" by "Smiles". ½ May, FRIDAY 10, 1872 Drew out 17 more loads of manure on the fallow. It is very early in the season to be working at the fallow, a great many are busy sowing yet. Miss Susie Campbell spent evening here in friendly chat and pleasant conversation. SATURDAY 11 Was plowing with the teams in the fallow. Father & mother went to Brampton to J. B. Mguir's Sale by Auction of Household Furniture most of the articles sold at full value, bought a small Sett Thomas Alarm Clock @ $2.00 and a new iron tea kettle @ $1.25. �May, SUNDAY 12, 1872 Dawson Modeland came up this morning and accompanied us to S. School, Rleraig who is now Supt. was present - lesson - II Kings', V, 1 to 7, Took dinner and spent the afternoon at J. C. Snell's. Rev. Mr Goffe preached at Zion this afternoon and took tea here this evening, heard him preach at Brampton to night - text - Amos , IV 12th verse. The protracted meetings were closed tonight. MONDAY 13 Was shearing sheep all day and completed the job, 27 in number, reckon there will be about 200 lbs. the sheep look well after shearing are in good order. Spent the evening at the "Safeguard Lodge" and accomplished my official duties for the first time with considerable nervousness, five more were added to our number. May, TUESDAY 14, 1872 Was plowing with both teams and have the field nearly turned over. J. C. Snell, wife and family took dinner and tea here, this day 4 yrs. ago being their wedding day, great changes hath "Old Father Time" wrought since that period and several of the little company then assembled here are scattered far wide over the United States WEDNESDAY 15 Finished plowing the fallow, sowed 3 acres of it across the lower end with oats, intended for pasturage, if there is enough rain. The weather is warm and very dry. Started cross plowing the potato and turnip ground, it is very mellow and in prime order. Old Mrs John Modeland came here on a visit. May, THURSDAY 16, 1872 Finished the cross plowing of the root ground scarcely 3½ acres. Old Mrs J. M or as we familiarly call her Aunt Betsy is smart & lively and very talkative for a woman of her age, 77 yrs, she talks mostly about things which took place 40 & 50 years ago, accounts of which she can give in full detail. The leaves in the woods are just coming out, rather earlier than usual FRIDAY 17 �Turned the cattle on to the grass yesterday for the first. Was preparing the ground and making the drills for potato planting. Spent afternoon in Brampton and bought a new felt hat "Style Minto" @ $2.00 and a blue silk cravat also ordered a new suit of dark grey tweed @ R. C. & Co's. Bought ½ lb of arsenic Ambrosia & Bannister @ 23 cts. May, SATURDAY 18, 1872 Was hauling manure from horse stable yard and spreading in potato drills. Planted ½ bush. of each Early White & Early Goodrich, 2½ bush. of Early Rose, 3½ bush. Gleasons, and 5 bush. of Garnet Chilis, total 12 bush. in 15 drills 42 rods long, the potatoes were all cut into two or more peices before planting Alex Campbell Sen. came here last night and was helping us today. SUNDAY 19 Rained most of last night quite fast and most of to day, giving the face of the earth a very fresh lively appearance. Spent the day at home reading and music. Walked to Brampton to night to W. M. Church, heard Rev. Mr Goff preach, text, James I chap and last verse, the sermon contained some good practical advice. May, MONDAY 20, 1872 Dissolved ½ lb of Arsenic in 7 pails of soft water and immersed in the solution 26 spring lambs (excepting their heads) 13 of each sex, for to kill the ticks. Was rebuilding fence across on the side of Etobicoke. Spent the evening at Safeguard Temple No. 350, had a pleasant meeting, two initiated. Splendid moonlight night. Bought of Mr Dale 1 doz. Throphy Trophy Tomato plants for transplanting. TUESDAY 21 Turned the stock into the flats for the first time this season, horses, cattle and sheep the grass is now growing rapidly. Planted 2 bush. of Garnet Chili's, total 7 bush. of this variety and two drills of corn and pumpkin seed each drill 40 rods long. The apple blossoms are just coming out, the pear and plum are in full bloom. May, WEDNESDAY 22, 1872 Drove the team and waggon over to 2nd Line East No. 14 and put on a load of choice evergreens about 3 or 4 ft high, cedar nearly all, a few balsam, spruce, pine and �tamarack, took them off the roadside, brought them home and planted in the form of an hedge on the N.W. side of small orchard, close beside the fence. Rained steadily all afternoon. THURSDAY 23 Took the same route as yesterday and brought home a similar load, and with help of a few hemlocks finished the hedge 7 rods in length mulched with sand and forest leaves. Went to Brampton to night and brought home my new tweed suit, costing $20.00. Bought some maple sugar and oranges for to morrows enjoyment. May, FRIDAY 24, 1872 Spent the forenoon fishing with hook and hook and line in the Etobicoke was not very successful. Spent afternoon and evening at Mr W. Elliot's (No.10) playing croquet will with a few friends, a very nice game but frequent showers made it disagreeable and slippery underfoot. The Township S. School Convention was held in Zion at 2 P.M. very poorly attended. J.C. Snell and family took dinner and tea here. SATURDAY 25 The fine showers of this week are making things grow very fast, the spring grain (but for the ravages of the wire worm) looks very well for this season of the year. Was engaged in repairing fences and training and fastening to stakes with basswood bark the young apple trees. Sold to John Woodhall two fat ewes @ $7 each. May, SUNDAY 26, 1872 Walked up to S. School, this morning, J.C. Snell conducted the exercises and A. Woodhall addressed the school, lesson II Kings V chap 20 to 27th. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach to night in Brampton text I Kings 17 to 40th verses inclusive, a very good sermon, full of sound argument and practical advice and solemn warning to those who neglect their soul's best interest. MONDAY 27 Was engaged in replacing fences on the flats and along the Centre Road in which fence there are a good many rotten nails, replaced those by new ones. Spent the evening at �the Lodge, had excellent readings from Dr. Moore, R.W. Craig, A. Golding and others making the meeting pleasant and profitable had an initiation tonight. May, TUESDAY 28, 1872 Two heavy thunder storms yesterday with some hail, in Brampton they had a severe hail storm which destroyed a great many outdoor plants and broke a good many window panes, the ground was covered with hail stones as large as marbles. Commenced the statute labor on the Centre Road, had a team and plow and two hands, J. Learmont is Pathmaster. Quite cool to day. WEDNESDAY 29 Was at the same work this forenoon as yesterday with same tools and hands, they are drawing gravel this afternoon from Bunting's pit repairing the road below No. 10. The weather is rather cool, which is checking vegetation somewhat. The apple trees are in full bloom a good prospect for plenty of apples. May, THURSDAY 30, 1872 Was tearing down and rebuilding fence on Etobicoke Heights next the woods, on the lower end of turnip ground. Rolled the oats sown in the summer fallow, are up nicely and look well. Our folks spent most of the day at J. C. Snell's. Sarah Peacock received a letter from her mother last night, also a money package sent by Express containing $100 greenbacks, more than half of it is for Mr. Hindle. FRIDAY 31 Finished up our share of the statute labour 8½ days, which is 1½ dys. more than usual, 2½ dys. on the 25 acres, and 6 on the hundred. J.C. Snell and family took tea here this evening. Spent the evening in Brampton at Choir Practice, the first we have had for nearly 2 months, not a full attendance. June, SATURDAY 1, 1872 Was engaged in building fence and staking the cedar fence next the pea field. Put a new pine 1½ inch floor in the stoop on the South side of kitchen. J.C. Snell was in Toronto today and changed the $100 Amer. Currency into Canadian Money $91.87½. A �railroad Meeting at Edmonton this evening for the C.V.R. Road was well attended and kept up until a late hour SUNDAY 2 Went to S. School this morning , Supt. pres. lesson - II Kings VI 8 to 18. Rev. Jas. Brooks addressed the school. Spent afternoon at Brampton. W.M.S. School, the same lesson as this morning, the Bible Class is very interesting with A. Morton as teacher, took tea at Aunt Lizzie's. Heard Rev. Mr Tovell preach to night - text - Proverbs XIII chap 17th June, MONDAY 3, 1872 Was clearing the rubbish from the back yard and paving part of it with flag stones. &c. &c. Spent the evening at the Lodge, took down there a sweet smelling boquet of lilacs and honeysuckle for the W.V.T's stand, the "Safegard Chronicle" was edited by J.M. Reid and was lively and interesting a reading by W.C. Templar called "The Devil and the Liquor Seller". TUESDAY 4 Completed the fencing next the bush have staked and built about 200 rods this season. Had a smart shower this morning from N.W. and a slight drizzle nearly all day from North the temperature is quite cool. Received a post card from Haggert Bros. telling us that our machine is finished and ready for removal. Spent evening playing the melodeon. June, WEDNESDAY 5, 1872 Was repairing the Wiggins line fence and clearing up the peices of old rails putting them in a pile on the flats and burned them this evening, they made a splendid blaze. The Railway Bylaw is now the absorbing Question, is to be decided by vote next Monday and will be a close vote. THURSDAY 6 Was plowing and scraping in the lane leading to Etobicoke, with team turnpiking it slightly, went over it all with the shovels and rounded up neatly, making a very good job allowing a free course for the water. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snell's. �J. Snell & Sons have sent to the Old Country for some more live stock by their man Batterfield. June, FRIDAY 7, 1872 A wet day, raining steadily from the S.E. and very misty. Spent the day leisurely, churning and some other light jobs. Spent the evening at Brampton at Choir Practice, members of the Choir not all present, another voice on the Bass, (Mr Thomas White cabinet maker). Spent on hour profitably in Mechanics Reading Room. SATURDAY 8 Was engaged this forenoon in packing up and fixing the Wool for market, about 210 lbs. Went to Brampton this afternoon, had a chat with Alick Campbell he is in good health and spirits. Bought from Haggert Bros. a new Combined Reaper and Mower, brought it home today $120 and the old machine on the first October next to be paid June, SUNDAY 9, 1872 Had a very heavy thunder storm at 4 o'clock this morning. Drove the buggy up to S. School, Supt. Pres., lesson II Kings VII 1 to 11th verses. Miss Mary Snell one of Female Teachers has been confined to the house with sickness for 8 months was at School for the first time. J.C. Snell and family took tea here this evening. Heard Rev. Mr Goff preach to night, text, Genesis XXXII last six verses of chap. MONDAY 10 Was engaged in setting gate posts and hanging a gate on the Centre Road leading out of the N. West field opposite the "other place" gate. The vote on By Law for "Bonus" for Credit Valley R. Road was taken to day for this County, was lost by minority of over 200 votes (Bonus was $80 000) Spent evening at the Lodge, the Chronicle was edited by A. Morton, very creditably done, one initiation. June, TUESDAY 11, 1872 Paid $50 to Haggert Bros. on reaper. Paid $50 to K.C. & Co. on account. Was rebuilding line fence next to John Woodhall, 9 rails high and locked across the corners. Had a heavy thunder storm yesterday with some hail and showery most of the day. Sold the wool 211 lbs yesterday to K.C. & Co. @ 53¢ per lb. �WEDNESDAY 12 Completed our share of the Woodhall line fence about 59 rods, our farm is 124 rods wide across the back end about 6 rods of line fence between us and Henry Carter. The Volunteers of 36th Battalion started to day for Niagara to put in their annual drill of 16 days, the privates received 75¢ per day and rations, the officers getting better pay according to position. June, THURSDAY 13, 1872 Commenced harrowing and cultivating the turnip ground, was stopped by rain from, West, which lasted until evening. All vegetation is now making rapid strides and there is every prospect of a bountiful harvest. Was engaged early this evening in firing at a mark with bullets out of a shotgun, it carries them true and very strong. FRIDAY 14 Father went to Toronto on 9.20 A.M. train and bought Sarah's ticket for Missouri costing $21.00. Spent evening at Choir Practice, a goodly attendance but the Leader, Mr. Perry, absent. Mr A. F. Campbell came here to night on a visit, it is nearly a year since he was here before at that time his lamented wife was with him. He is a young looking widower. June, SATURDAY 15, 1872 Was engaged in cultivating turnip ground. Af A.F. Campbell went home to day. Sarah & Jennie Viney and I went to J.W. Cole's Photograph Gallery this afternoon and had an ambrotype taken of the group, was not very well done, it being rather too late in the day. The weather is quite cool, with a shower almost every day. Seven window panes in Zion Church were broken to night by some mischievous scamps SUNDAY 16 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. Pres. lesson II Kings XX 1 to 10th verse, quite a large attendance. Sarah and Jennie Peacock, Viney and I, drove over to J.C. Snell's and took dinner and tea. Heard Rev. John Hunt of Aurora preach in Brampton to night text, Luke XIX 42 to 44, a very good sermon. Rev. J. Shaw was present, has just come home from conference at Montreal. June, MONDAY 17, 1872 �Commenced drilling up the turnip ground, drills rather more than 30 inches apart, sowed with hand drill immediately after plowing. Sowed Improved Purple Top Swede. Spent the evening at the Lodge, not a large attendance, had lively discussions on certain points of law. Safeguard Chronicle was edited by C.Y. Moore, humorous and interesting. Sowed 6½ lbs of turnip seed on 2⅝ acres. TUESDAY 18 Sarah Peacock started for Missouri this morning. Finished drilling and sowing turnip seed. Sold to K.C. & Co. 46½ bush. of wheat (Diehl) @ $1.45¢ per bush. A large fire in Brampton Dr. Heggie's house and stable and Rev. J. Pringle's stable, the Wesleyan Church had a narrow escape, it took fire twice but was saved by the exertions of the fireman. A very warm day. June, WEDNESDAY 19, 1872 Commenced cross plowing the fallow (in front of the house) it is in good order turning up quite mellow. The weather has turned suddenly to intense heat, the mercury rising to 90º degrees in the shade. Spent evening at home, a beautiful moonlight night. THURSDAY 20 Was at the same work as yesterday with both teams. It is warmer than it was yesterday the sun has great power, when plowing in a fallow. The barley is just shooting out in head also the fall wheat is coming out but not very evenly. June, FRIDAY 21, 1872 The heat this morning was very oppressive, but this evening is some cooler, the wind springing up from the North. Spent evening at Choir Practice in W.M. Church, had a moonlight chat with J.J. Bunting about Temperance Affairs generally. Quite a number of Brampton people are spending a day or two at Niagara Camp watching the movements and evolutions of the Volunteers. SATURDAY 22 Completed the cross plowing, about 1½ acres. Spent the forenoon in Brampton at J.W. Coles, Gallery of Art, sat for another negative the former one being destroyed by the �intense heat of the past few days. Mailed a letter to Aunt Jennie enclosing the pictures of little Mary and Johnnie Snell. June, SUNDAY 23, 1872 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. Pres. lesson II Kings XXIV, 10 to 18th. The melodeonist Mr Henry Snell is absent more than half the Sabbaths through sickness, at which times I take his place. Rev. John Shaw preached at Zion at 2½ P.M. and took tea here this evening. Heard Rev. Mr Reid of Meaford preach in W.M. Church Brampton at 6 P.M., text II Corinthians VIII, chap, 9th verse. MONDAY 24 Was rebuilding the fence on the N. end of the little orchard just outside the cedar hedge. Spent evening at the Lodge, one initiation, had some interesting readings. Walked over to J.C. Snell's after arriving from Brampton, about 11:30 P.M. when I arrived there. Intend starting to morrow morning for Pickering June, TUESDAY 25, 1872 Messrs. J.R. Craig, J.C. Snell, J.G. Snell and myself started in a spring waggon at 3 o'clock A.M. for Pickering to attend a large Sale of Short Horn Cattle belonging to John Bell. It was noon when we got to the end of our journey and just in time for the commencing of the Sale, a large number of men present, several form the U. States. WEDNESDAY 26 Had a very pleasant journey yesterday we started for home at 6 oclock last night and got home just at day break this morning, very tired and sleepy, the distance is about 45 miles. Had a jolly ride home. Mr Craig kept the company laughing by telling amusing stories. The township of Markham and Pickering are the handsomest and best in the Province of Ontario. June, THURSDAY 27, 1872 Went to Brampton this morning and brought up from Steam Grist Mill a grist of 19 bush. wheat ground into flour and bran and 5 bags of barley and peas chopped. Drove up to Willow Lodge about noon to J. Snell & Sons Auction Sale of Short Horns' and Berkshire �(I acted as Clerk, W.W. Roe, Auctioneer) there was a large crowd of persons pres. Short Horns brought good prices, 16 head FRIDAY 28 brought $4,400, the most of them go to Iowa. Berkshires sold dull scarcely any demand. Spent this forenoon in the woods, cutting and hauling up to barnyard 4 beams for haymow and a long rafter for sheep house roof. Spent evening at Choir Practice. The Volunteers returned from Niagara yesterday in good spirits. The weather is exceedingly warm. June, SATURDAY 29, 1872 Drove over to Stewart's Saw Mill in Esquesing and brought home 900 ft of Culled Inch lumber and 100 ft of Culled Plank paid for total $4.00, it was a very cheap load. The roads are good, but very very dusty, have had no rain for over two weeks. The thermometer averaging about 85º, night and day. SUNDAY 30 Went to S. School this morning Supt. Pres. lesson, a review of the last 2 Quarters' lessons, comprising twelve lessons, all in II Kings. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach in Brampton to night - text - Acts X, 29th verse. Today has been exceedingly hot, one feels the heat more severely on Sundays. July, MONDAY 1, 1872 Spent the afternoon at Brampton seeing a lacrosse match between 2nd twelve Ontario's of Toronto and Excelsior's of this town, the latter were victorious in 3 straight games there were some splendid foot races. Spent evening at Concert in Chisholm Hall given by P.M. Church for their S. School, the singing was excellent and readings by J.P. Craig and M. Punchon Jr. A very hot day TUESDAY 2 Was engaged all day in mowing with scythe the grass around the grain fields, must not let any hay go to waste as the meadows are short. Put a new inch floor in the hay loft over the sheep house. The fall wheat and barley crops are filling rapidly the oats just coming out in head. �July, WEDNESDAY 3, 1872 Started mowing with the machine in the orchard field, the mower makes clean work except some short wire grass. Old Mr R. Rossiter died on Monday and was buried to day at Brampton Cemetery aged 72 yrs. he was only sick 4 or 5 days but suffered a great deal of pain. Had a small thunder shower this evening, the first rain for 3 weeks. THURSDAY 4 Father took a small lot of wool up to Grahams Factory, Caledon for carding into rolls. Had a team harrowing the summer fallow. Commenced thinning out the turnips, are not up very even in the drills because of the dry weather. Was horse raking and drew in one load of hay July, FRIDAY 5, 1872 Drew in the fence-side hay from "other place" and around the fall wheat, 2 small loads. Cut some more grass with machine have about 7 acres mown. Mrs John Snell and Mrs J.C. Snell were here visiting this afternoon. Sold yesterday to J.C. Snell 4 Berks two of each sex @ $10 each and 6 ewe lambs @ $15 each. SATURDAY 6 Received a latter from Uncle from Adam, he is in very poor health, they are in the midst of wheat harvest. Was hauling in hay all afternoon, have 10 loads in to night, the quality is good, very fine and packs close in the mow. W. Caesar came for his Berks. sow pig. July, SUNDAY 7, 1872 Went to S. School this morning Supt. Pres. - lesson - Rom. V, 1 to 10. Heard Rev. Mr Scott preach at Zion at 2½ P.M. text, II Kings V, 12th verse, he is the junior minister for the next year and seems to be a very good preacher. Heard same minister and same sermon in Brampton tonight. Mr J.J. Bunting and Miss S.A. Downing were married on 1st July. MONDAY 8 Mowed some 4 acres this forenoon and drew in 3 loads of it this evening, it is so dryed by the heat before cutting, that it is almost ready to rake as soon as it is cut. Spent �evening at the Lodge, was late in getting there for the first time this quarter, had a very pleasant meeting. lively speeches and interesting readings July, TUESDAY 9, 1872 Finished mowing the 15 acre field and have it all raked up, brought in 3 more loads this afternoon. The weather is somewhat cooler but keeps very dry, the thermometer ranging about 80º. WEDNESDAY 10 Completed drawing in the hay off the orchard field, just about 20 loads of hay of first quality. Spent evening at Ebenezer at a meeting of teachers and senior scholars to study next Sunday's lesson and to practice some new pieces of music out of the "Organ" also for prayer there were 13 present. July, THURSDAY 11, 1872 Commenced cutting with the mower the 7 acre meadow next Mr D. Wiggins, cut over 5 acres and horse raked and cocked it up, it being pretty ripe, did not require much drying. Had the first mess of new Early Rose potatoes for dinner yesterday, small but very sweet. FRIDAY 12 Completed the mowing of hay for this season and raked up the remainder of the field. Hauled in 3 small loads of hay this afternoon, it is fine and sweet, will make excellent fodder. Very hot this forenoon, some cooler this evening. July, SATURDAY 13, 1872 Finished the hay harvest this evening. Was drawing in all day have nearly 10 loads off this last field, making a total of fully 30 loads of hay for this season excepting a little at the fore part of the haying it is all harvested without a drop of rain to injure it. SUNDAY 14 Spent the morning in searching for a cow, and did not get to S. School. Father and Emma were at S. School, lesson, Rom. VIII, 6 to 18. J.C. Snell and family were here �this afternoon and took tea. Heard Rev. Mr Scott preach to night - text - Hebrews XII 28th verse. A very very warm day July, MONDAY 15, 1872 Spent the morning in fitting up the reaper, changing it from the mower. Was picking cherries this afternoon, they are smaller than usual this season owing to the dry weather. Spent evening at the Lodge, not a large attendance, one initiation and some short readings. Received a letter from John Mason TUESDAY 16 Joseph White started work here this morning, hired for 1 month @ $28.00. Commenced harvest by cutting barley, it is not very ripe, and very light in weight. Had a fine shower at noon, was hoeing and thinning turnips, they have not come up evenly, not more than ¼ of the seed has grown. July, WEDNESDAY 17, 1872 Was cutting and binding barley it is not pleasant work binding it the beards are so troublesome. Started cross plowing the fallow the second time, the thistles have grown a good deal since last plowing. Spent evening at Ebenezer Bible Class had a very nice meeting and profitable. Mrs Freeman of Brampton came up last night to spend the rest of the week here. THURSDAY 18 Very rainy looking this morning but it cleared off after a light shower. Cut with the cradle about ½ acre of fall wheat on the hill side, it is both rusty and midgey, a poor prospect for half an average yield. Mrs J.C. Snell and children were here all day. The women folks of the house were making a very handsome coverlet. July, FRIDAY 19, 1872 Was cross plowing with both teams. Cradled the remainder of the barley in orchard and bound it. The folks were visiting at J.C. Snell's and berry picking. Drove Mrs Freeman home to night, was at Choir Practice a good attendance and we had a good sing. Received a letter from Janie Dixon, Amaranth, her mother is nearly blind, her eyes have been affected for a good while �SATURDAY 20 Was cutting some more wheat with cradle and making wads for the reaper. Went to Brampton to attend a Mass Meeting of Reformers this evening. Hon. A. Mc Kenzie and Hon. Mr Mc Kellar were there from Toronto, the former gave an able address for 2 hours on "Political Questions of the Day" , a very large crowd and great excitement prevailed. Hon J.A. Cameron was present July, SUNDAY 21, 1872 Had two very heavy thunder showers this morning, which has greatly refreshed vegetation. Went to S. School, about two dozen present Supt. pres. lesson, Rom. X 8 to 13. Heard Rev. J. Shaw preach in Zion text. Prov Ecclesiastes VII 8th. Heard same Minister tonight in Brampton, text, Rom. XII chap. 13th verse. MONDAY 22 Finished reaping the 5 acre piece of barley and bound about two thirds of it, it is a very fair crop. Commenced reaping the fall wheat across the Etobicoke, it is very rusty and considerably lodged and tangled. Spent evening at Lodge, one initiation and two reinstated who had broken their pledge. July, TUESDAY 23, 1872 Continued the wheat cutting, was hindered this afternoon by a light rain from West. The "Dodge Self Rake" on our new reaper works well, it leaves the sheaves generally nice and square, the reaper is a light draft for the team WEDNESDAY 24 Completed the wheat cutting, binding and stooking across the creek, it is a heavy crop of straw, but grain is not well filled because of rust and midge. Spent evening at Ebenezer Bible Class, quite a large attendance practised several new peices out of the Organ, for to sing in Sunday School. July, Thursday 25, 1872 Commenced cutting the wheat and barley field on "other place" about 2 acres of barley sowed where the wheat was winter killed, the wheat is a very thin crop and rusty, a �heavy crop of barley straw but it handles light. Was horse hoeing the turnips, what few there is of them are growing fast. Friday 26 Finished reaping at "other place" and have bound it all except a little of the barley, which was very dry and ripe. Had a heavy wind nearly all day from West tossing the sheaves about in all shapes. Went to Brampton this evening, was at J.E. Wood's shop. Received a "Carthage Patriot" from Aunt Jennie. July, Saturday 27, 1872 Started to pull the peas with two scythes, they are thin on the ground partly on account of the ravages of the wire-worm, they are quite ripe enough for harvesting. Had a team drawing in barley sheaves. Mr J.G. Snell returned home yesterday from a trip out to Iowa he thinks highly of the country. Sunday 28 Spent morning at S. School. Supt. Pres. lesson Romans XII, 1 to 8. Dr. Moore & W.N. Rossie of Brampton were present as visitors appointed by The S. School Convention. They gave interesting addresses and spoke in high terms of the School and Supt. Heard Rev. J. Shaw preach to night, text, Psalms XLXI, 10th. J.C. Snell & family were here to day July, MONDAY 29, 1872 Was cutting peas with two scythes, had a team drawing in barley, cleared one field. J.W. Main borrowed on Saturday last about 6 bags of Diehl wheat to supply some of his customers with flour. Spent evening at Temple the Election of Officers for next Quarter took place, several of the old officers retained their places I was selected to same office, W.M. TUESDAY 30 Was cutting peas until noon. This afternoon was hauling in fall wheat from across Etobicoke with two teams, brought over 8 loads. Finished hauling the last of the barley from "other place" had 5 large loads off two acres. J.C. Snell brought 7 bush. of peas here for to feed to one of the large sows for showing next fall. �July, WEDNESDAY 31, 1872 Was at the same work as yesterday, bringing all the wheat from across the creek except two loads. Miss K.F. Snell spent afternoon here, drove buggy up to Bible Class this evening, had a short meeting not many present. August, THURSDAY 1, 1872 Was at the pea-pulling again this forenoon. Hauled wheat with two teams from "other place" a shower at tea time stopped the work. Started to drive up to J.C. Snell's this evening, but the horse getting frightened, she kicked the dash board all to pieces making a general smash up on the 1st line East. August, FRIDAY 2, 1872 Drove team and waggon over to 1st line after the buggy and brought it home. Finished cutting the 9 acres of peas. Had quite a heavy thunder shower which put a sudden stop to the harvesting. Was mowing the thistles that are scattered over the pasture lands to prevent them going to seed. SATURDAY 3 Commenced reaping the oats but had to give it up as they are yet too green, the grain is pretty ripe but the straw full sap and vigorous. Had an unusually fine exhibition of "Aurora Borealis" this evening covering almost the entire face of the sky, parts of it a rich pink color giving it a very pretty aspect. August, SUNDAY 4, 1872 Went to S. School this morning Supt. abs. Mr A. Woodhall addressed the school, lesson, Rom. XII, 9 to 21. I took Secretary's place and called the school roll, 55 present. The Quarterly Meeting was held at Harrison's this morning. J.C. Snell went to it. Heard Rev. Mr Scott preach in Brampton to night, text, Isaiah LVII, 15th verse - Eternity - the only time that word occurs in the whole Bible. MONDAY 5 Finished hauling in the fall wheat, had 22 loads off 16 acres. Spent afternoon at Brampton at the nomination of Candidates for House of Commons at the Election which �takes place next week. Hon. J.K. Cameron & R. Smith were the Nominees the business passed off quietly. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Officers were installed August, TUESDAY 6, 1862 A committee of 6 members 3 ladies 3 gentlemen (were appointed last night at the Lodge to arrange for a Temperance Picnic to come off in a month from date.) I am one of the latter. Was drawing in peas all day with two teams and completed the work, 15 loads off 9 acres, the straw will be inferior because of the heavy showers last week. A very warm day. WEDNESDAY 7 Was reaping and binding oats, the grain is quite ripe on the straw is quite green and will take some time to cure it. Spent the evening at a Social given by Mrs D. Ferguson who live on the farm just before here, the Brampton Brass Band were there, but was not much enjoyment. Realized $23.00 for M.E. Church August, THURSDAY 8, 1872 Was at the same work as yesterday and have bound about half the oats, the rest are too short for binding, the reaper did not cut very clean. Was mowing with 3 scythes the 3 acres of late oats, are just beginning to ripen. Aunt Lizzie and children were here on a visit. I drove them up to J.C. Snell's to night. FRIDAY 9 Was drawing manure to fall wheat ground at "other place" for root crop next year. Drew in the green oats, 9 loads of splendid feed, very heavy to pitch with fork. Spent evening at Choir Practice not a large attendance. Mailed a copy of this week's 'Peel Banner' to Aunt Jennie, Harrington August, SATURDAY 10, 1872 Hauled 4 loads of loose oats from other place, but did not continue drawing as they are rather green. Drew 8 loads of barnyard manure on summer fallow. Had a splendid bathe in Etobicoke to night, the water was warm owing to intense heat of past three days. SUNDAY 11 �Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. lesson. Rom. XIII 8 to end of chap. J.C. Snell and family spent afternoon here. Heard Rev. Mr Scott preach this evening in Brampton W.M. Church text. Daniel VI 10th. Misses Elsie and Emma Armstrong came from New York last night on a visit. A very warm day. August, MONDAY 12, 1872 Sent to J. Woodhalls a man and team to help thresh barley and wheat. Commenced cross plowing the oat stubble on the fallout, it is very dry and pretty hard. Spent evening at the Lodge rather a slim attendance because of election excitement. Smith had an enthusiastic meeting in Brampton to night. TUESDAY 13 The polling between the two candidates for House of Commons to represent this county, took place to day, voted in favor of Smith with a majority of 10 votes. An immense crowd of people in Brampton tonight 3 huge bonfires for Smith's victory and music by the band, got home at midnight. August, WEDNESDAY 14, 1872 Took the buggy down to Brampton to Anthony Bros. to be transformed into a light waggon. Was crossplowing with both teams. Had a pretty heavy thunder shower this evening. The weather is warm and cloudy. THURSDAY 15 Was hauling manure all day from sheep pen to "other place" 12 loads of first class manure. J. White's time was up tonight, paid him $28.00 according to agreement. Had a visit from Mrs J.W. Mains and Miss Elsie Armstrong of New York. August, FRIDAY 16, 1872 Was hauling in loose oats and some sheaves. Spent evening at Choir Practice, a good attendance, practised a funeral anthem from the "Harmonia Sacra" "I heard a voice from Heaven saying unto me write". A lovely moonlight night and some cooler. SATURDAY 17 �Shoveled "harvest home" this afternoon finished hauling the oats 12 loads, the straw somewhat discolored by the late rain. The wife of Rev. W. Mc Fadden was buried to day, she died on Thursday, Aged 60 yrs. Rev. John Shaw preached a sermon. Father had J. Learmonts buggy to go to Brampton and horse ran away and broke the buffers August, SUNDAY 18, 1872 Went to S. School this morning Supt. abs. lesson, Romans XIV, 7 to 13. a shower of rain this morning reduced the attendance of scholars. Spent afternoon at Brampton W.M. S. School a well conducted school. Took tea at J.W. Mains in his new dwelling house near the G.J.R. depot. Heard Rev. J. Shaw preach to night text II Thessal. III. 13th. MONDAY 19 Commenced crossplowing the pea field. Separated the ram lambs (11), from the ewes and put them in the orchard field, for to feed them on clover and grain. Spent evening at the Lodge, 4 more added to our numbers, two P.M. Ministers and J.D. Shenick two daughters August, TUESDAY 20, 1872 Was making out the fallow into ridges 22ft wide, and had the other team cross-plowing. The weather is exceedingly warm and oppressive, with a few sprinkles of rain. Had a visit last Friday evening from Mr George Rice of Oshawa. WEDNESDAY 21 Commenced ridging up the fallow, the ground is quite damp and turns up quite mellow. Took a small load of peas and oats, 6 bush., down to Mains Steam Mill for chopping to feed the calves the pasture is getting very short. The Thermometer standing above 90º in the shade August, THURSDAY 22, 1872 Was at the same work as yesterday, have 2½ acres plowed. Collins the Painter called here for the ½ bbl. {barrel} of water lime he left here about a month ago, we cannot �have our barns painted this year because the milk is so hard to get. Exceedingly warm and dry. FRIDAY 23 Ridging up continued. Mrs J.C. Snell and children are here to day, also Misses Emma Armstrong and Elsie Modeland. Spent evening at Clairville Lodge of I.O.G.T., drove there with D.H. Scott of Brampton in a livery rig, 4 buggy loads went over to visit there and make arrangements for a Grand Union Soiree. August, SATURDAY 24, 1872 Have 5 acres ridged, nearly half the field. J.C. Snell came and took away 7 of our best ewe lambs @ $15.00 each, they intend feeding them up for shows. J.W. Mains paid us for the wheat he borrowed 13 bush. @ $1.35¢ per bush. It was 1 oclock this morning when I got home, they have a fine Temperance Hall in Clairville. SUNDAY 25 Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. lesson, Rom. XV. 1 to 7. Subject, "Help one another". Spent afternoon at home filling up the Class Books blanks with names of the scholars. Heard Rev. J. Shaw preach in Brampton to night, text, Mark V. 1 to 20th, verses inclusive. A very warm day, a few sprinkles of rain this morning. August, MONDAY 26, 1872 Was ridging all day, but it was tough work, the extreme heat and the flies very bad on the horses, plowed 1½ acres. Spent evening at the Lodge a young man from "Rescue" Temple (Toronto) visited us and gave a short address J.J. Bunting edited the "Chronicle" very ably and humorously. TUESDAY 27 Had a nice shower of rain last night. Bought of John Coyne a pair of long boots "English Kip"" for every day wear Price $4.50. Was at same work to day as yesterday plowed nearly two acre. August, WEDNESDAY 28, 1872 �Still at the plowing. Spent evening at Ebenezer Bible Class, a larger attendance than usual, had a chat about holding the S.S. Anniversary, decided to have it about the middle of October, a committee to select music, Misses Maggie R. Watson, E. Rossiter, H.F. Snell and H. Snell & myself were appointed. THURSDAY 29 Completed the ridging today at noon. Was grubbing out large stones on the pea field. Went to Brampton this evening and rode with J.M. {Jones} over to Clairville to meet Picnic Committee made some further arrangements very cold driving home at 1 oclock A.M. Had a nice shower this afternoon. August, FRIDAY 30, 1872 Sowed 17 bush. of Diehl wheat on 10½ acres of ground, it was very windy making it difficult work to sow evenly the first fall wheat I ever sowed. Spent evening at Choir Practice rather a slim attendance. A great change in the weather cold enough to wear coat and mitts. Bought 1½ bush. of Timothy seed @ $4.00 per bush. SATURDAY 31 Commenced sowing the Timothy after the wheat but gave it up because of the high wind. Finished running the cross and long furrows. Got home our new spring waggon, it is light and stylish, also brought up J. Learmonts buggy, cost us $10.00 for repairs. September, SUNDAY 1, 1872 Drove the new spring waggon up to S. School. Supt. pres. lesson I Corinthians 1. 18 to 25 verses. Heard Rev. J. Scott preach at Zion this afternoon, text, "Praise waitheth for Thee O God in Zion" the minister and Eli Crawford Jun. took tea here. J.C. Snell and family were here also. Very smoky atmosphere today, from large fires near Caledon MONDAY 2 Dogs among the sheep again last night causing the death of a fine ewe lamb, and breaking the leg of a ram lamb, so that we had to kill it. Finished shovelling the cross furrows in the fall wheat field. Spent evening at the Lodge had a lively and instructive meeting, an address by Rev. J. Bradshaw and "Safeguard Chronicle" by Bro. J.M. Reid �September, TUESDAY 3, 1872 Was engaged today in hauling off the large stones from the pea field, harrowing and marking it into 22 ft ridges. Had a visit from Mr and Mrs Joseph Pearen from Springbrook. The weather is very dry and quite cool, had frost last night, for the first time this season. WEDNESDAY 4 Was ridging up the pea field with both teams. Spent the noon hour at Campbell's "Blacksmith's Shop No. 10" in getting "Charley" shod on fore feet, he is very hard to shoe, not standing still a minute at the time. Spent evening reading "Uncle Toms Cabin" and paring apples for drying". September, THURSDAY 5, 1872 Have ⅓of the pea land ridged, about 3 acres for to sow "Treadwell" wheat, getting the seed from J. Woodhall in exchange for our Diehl wheat. Had a visit from Mrs Calder and Mrs Mc Lellan of Brampton drove them home this evening in our new spring waggon. Bought at A. Dick's book store "The Lamplighter". FRIDAY 6 Finished the fall seeding by sowing 3 acres of the pea land with 5¾ of Treadwell wheat. Had a very nice rain last night which has freshened things considerably. Had a short call from J. Rleraig, he is just starting for the Shows in the Western States with a large stock of Berkshires and sheep ". September, SATURDAY 7, 1872 Spent part of last evening at Choir Practice and remainder at W. Campbell's No. 10, in their new house in company with two or three young folks. Was hauling gravel from the creek and filling up some holes in the barnyard. The thermometer stood at 90º in the shade. SUNDAY 8 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. abs. A. Woodhall addressed the School - lesson - I Cor. III 6 to 13 verses. Spent afternoon and took tea at J.C. Snell's. Drove to Brampton �this evening and heard Rev. J. Scott preach text - Jeremiah - "Is there no balm in Gilead" "Is there no physician there". A very good sermon September, MONDAY 9, 1872 Was threshing peas with the flails this forenoon, they are a very fair sample but will not yeild well according to {strain}. Was taking the stones out of the sheep-pen well intend digging it some deeper. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Safeguard Chronicle by A. Morton. Got at Institute Library "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens. TUESDAY 10 Spent most of the day down in the well, took out a foot of dirt, it is very hard, can hardly get it pryed up with a pick "red rock". Spent evening at home peeling apples for drying. Had nice rains both yesterday and today, the wheat is coming up but not very evenly. September, WEDNESDAY 11, 1872 Spent the day at Mr Jabey Heath's helping to thresh wheat. Spent evening at Ebenezer practising music for the Anniversary, made a selection of 8 or 10 peices out of the S.S. Organ. The weather is warm and misty. THURSDAY 12 Was working at the well nearly all day, the rain came on so heavily in the afternoon that we had to give up work, have sunk the well 2 ft deeper, but there is only a limited supply of water in it as yet. Had an extra heavy rain fall, the fall wheat is making great progress. September, FRIDAY 13, 1872 Completed stoning up the well my first experience at the work cannot say I fell in love with the job. Spent evening at Brampton at Choir Practice they have accepted an invitation to sing at Mount Olivet on 23rd inst. Mrs Wm. Ferguson is going to move to Toronto on Monday next to live for a year. SATURDAY 14 �Was digging a ditch from the under drain (that drains the surplus water from the front lane) into the sheep-pen well, filled the new drain with coarse gravel, instead of making a stone drain, that the water may be purified before entering the well. September, SUNDAY 15, 1872 A lovely day, the sky of the deepest blue, a cool bracing air. Father, Mother, Viney, Emma & I drove spring waggon over to Norval Camp Meeting, held in pine bush of Mr J. Foster, commenced on Thursday evening last, the largest crowd I ever saw at a Camp Meeting. Rev. Dr. Greene of Toronto preached text. Heb. VI. 18th. Rev. W. Mc Fadden preached text I. Cor. 1st, 22nd verse. MONDAY 16 Commenced plowing fall wheat stubble ground at "other place" with both teams, the recent heavy rains make the plows run well. Spent evening at the Lodge, one initiation, the "Safeguard Chronicle" by Brother J.J. Bunting was instructive and amusing. Spent half hour at Mr J.D. Shenick's house practising music for tomorrow night. September, TUESDAY 17, 1862 {1872} Drove spring waggon up to Mr John Snell's this morning for Miss K.F. Snell, started from Brampton at 11 o'clock with 8 passengers, in company with several more teams headed by Brass Band for Claireville to attend the "Temperance Demonstration" spent a pleasant afternoon with games and listening to able speeches by some of the ablest advocates of Temperance in Ontario, R. Smith M.P. chairman. WEDNESDAY 18 Spent last evening at a Concert in Claireville "Templar's Hall". Miss Freeman from Toronto was best singer the rest of them were from Brampton. Got home about midnight of a splendid moonlight night. Was plowing all day with both teams. Had a heavy thunder shower this evening. September, THURSDAY 19, 1872 Had some heavy rain early this morning. Was helping Ambrose Woodhall to thresh wheat and barley. J.C. Snell was here this evening, they are making great preparations �for the Exhibition in Hamilton. Spent evening at home paring apples. Received copy of "Carthage Patriot" from Aunt Jennie. FRIDAY 20 Drove to Brampton this morning and shipped for J. Snell to Hamilton the Berkshire sow we have been feeding for them. Had a splendid time at the Reform Picnic held in Mr Stork's orchard. Brampton, this afternoon, a great crowd present and a host of speakers, Mc Kenzie, Mc Cellar, Paterson, Diamond, Blain, Bolton & Fleming. September, SATURDAY 21, 1872 There were 3 brass bands present yesterday and bagpipes, the weather was beautiful and all enjoyed themselves extra well. Finished plowing the field at other place. Sold to Mr. Stewart of "King, Townes" a ram lamb $15.00 and to Mr. Williams, "5th line West", one @ $10. John Snell's herds and flocks started for Hamilton Exhibition yesterday. SUNDAY 22 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. abs. A. Woodhall questioned the school, had a short practice of the anniversary tunes. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Rev. Mr. Point of Toronto preach, text. Job - XIX chap. 25 to 27th verses. A very warm day and showers, lesson this morning at S. School I Cor. XIII. September, MONDAY 23, 1872 A rainy morning. Started for Hamilton Prov. Exhibition via Toronto per G.T. Railway & G.W. Railway. Spent two hours in Toronto about noon, saw a powerful dredging machine at work in the bay clearing mud out of the bottom of the lake, arrived at Hamilton at 3 P.M. and quickly found my way to Show Grounds. TUESDAY 24 Was busily engaged all day in dressing and fixing up the sheep of J. Snell & Sons, and in showing them for prizes, of which they took a good many, and Prince of Wales' Prize for best flock of Cotswolds, there was keen competition, the show of sheep being the largest & best that has ever been in Canada, mostly imported from England. September, WEDNESDAY 25, 1872 �In the Short Horn Class they were also very successful, gaining the majority of first prizes and the two largest prizes offered for best herd of Short Horn Cattle this class was largely represented with splendid animals, they also gained some prizes on Berkshire swine, the show in all other departments of the Exhibition was particularly good. THURSDAY 26 The Governor General of Canada and Lady visited the Exhibition today and drew after them large and admiring crowds. Lord Dufferin is plain and affable and his wife very handsome. Large crowds of people on Fair Ground today but nearly all strangers, very few present from this County of Peel September, FRIDAY 27, 1872 Did not have any opportunity of looking around the City during the day time, but had a stroll in it every evening, it is a very pretty place, the ground in the neighborhood is very rolling and soil sandy, the scenery is grand, there are several beautiful fountains and gardens in the heart of the City, some very fine buildings and churches. SATURDAY 28 The Exhibition formally broke up yesterday, although the greater part of the Stock was not moved until to day. We shipped our stock for Guelph via Galt and Harrisburg for the Central Fair held there next week. The scenery along the road from Ham. to Guelph was the finest I ever saw. It was just dark when we arrived September, SUNDAY 29, 1872 Came down from Guelph this morning by the 4. A.M. train J.C. Snell and I, and got home at 7 oclock, tired and sleepy and with a very bad cold. Today is showery and spent it at home. Rev. J.G. Scott preached at Zion to an attentive audience. MONDAY 30 Messrs. Guy Bell & John Campbell threshed for us to day with their old machine, about 200 bush. of oats, fair sample and weight, but small yield per acre (9 acres), started the fall wheat, Diehl & Soules. �October, TUESDAY 1, 1872 Finished threshing the rest of the fall wheat, have 230 bush. only a midling sample, made a small stack of wheat straw but have all the rest in the barn and a great pile of chaff, threshed barley this afternoon about 300 bush., which finishes our threshing for this year. WEDNESDAY 2 Was engaged this forenoon in washing the ram lambs with warm soft water and soap, there are 8 of them left yet. Spent afternoon at Mr David Wiggins, Jr. helping to raise a log stable. Walked up to J.C. Snells and staid all night with them October, THURSDAY 3, 1872 Commenced ridging the pea land 22 ft ridges. Was digging the early potatoes and storing them for future use, about 20. bush of all varieties of early potatoes. Father spent the day at Guelph Central Fair. J. Snell has been successful in carrying off the largest and best prizes FRIDAY 4 Was at same work as yesterday County Peel, Agric. & {A---} Assoc. hold their Annual Show today and to morrow, the Fair Ground is enlarged and greatly improved. The weather is fine and dry pretty severe white frosts at night. Had an arrival of a small litter of Berkshires only 4, they are well marked. October, SATURDAY 5, 1872 Another son for Mrs J.C. Snell. Spent the day at Brampton Fair, the day was warm and dry and the crowds of folks assembled immense, the show in Live Stock was not quite up to some former years for quantity but quality was very good. The Show of Implements and Carriages was large and good SUNDAY 6 Spent forenoon at Ebenezer Union S. School, Supt. abs. Mr A. Woodhall addressed the scholars on the lesson - Psalm CXXXVII, subject, the Captivity of the Jews in Babylon. �Spent afternoon at home writing and making up S. School Roll and {--}. Very heavy thunder storm this evening. October, MONDAY 7, 1872 A heavy rain last night and this morning. Was engaged in winnowing barley, it came dirty from the separation so that a great deal blows out of it now. Sold to K.C. & Co. 51 bush. barley @ 58¢ per bush., which is 2¢ below market price because of the lightness of it. Plucked the apple crop this week have about 20 bushels. TUESDAY 8 Started this morning just before day-break 4.30 o'clock for Port Credit with 61 bush. barley got 66¢ per bush. for it, the market has fallen a little several of the neighbours had loads down. Sold a ram lamb to Mr Robert Carter @ $10.00 and one to James Brown @ $8.00. October, WEDNESDAY 9, 1872 A beautiful day, just warm enough to be pleasant. Spent the day at Robert Smith's M.P. helping to thresh wheat and barley. Settled in full the remainder of the payment on the new reaper at Haggerts Office $68.00. Spent evening at the Lodge, (had no meeting on Monday on account of {B.W.S.S.} party) Safeguard Chronicle by J.J. Bunting. THURSDAY 10 Was engaged in ridging up in the pea field, plowed 1½ acres. Sold a ram lamb to Mr Jacob Scott of Luther Township @ $10.00. J. Snell & Sons have been again very sucessful in taking prizes at London (Western) Fair to the amount of $250.00 Spent this evening at Ebenezer Practice for Anniversary October, FRIDAY 11, 1872 Started this morning at 7 o'clock for Charleston Fair in light waggon, Father, J. Heath and B. Watson, arrived there at 10 o'clock distance 15 miles, a very good show in all departments for a township fair, about 2500 persons present and Brampton Brass Band, father was one of the judges on cattle. The day was cold, a few flakes of snow. Got home at 8 P.M. �SATURDAY 12 Completed the plowing in pea field and shovelled the cross drains intended for spring wheat. Had corn and pumpkin harvest today a full waggon box of pumpkins and same quantity of corn stalks. Spent evening seeing a sad sight, the burning of J. Simpson's barn and stables nearly every thing destroyed. Insurance $500.00. October, SUNDAY 13, 1872 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. abs. J.C. Snell addressed the school on the lesson - Dan. I, 8 to 17, subject "Daniel's Temperance Society". Heard at Zion this afternoon Rev. Mr Joliffe of the Streetsville Circuit preach text, Acts, IIII chap 10th verse. A rainy evening, staid at home and practised music MONDAY 14 Commenced plowing the barley stubble next the root crop, the ground is in fine condition perhaps a little too damp the will scarcely clean itself. Spent evening at the Lodge had quite a variety of readings and recitations and songs. Got a library "The Pickwick Papers" by Charles Dickens. October, TUESDAY 15, 1862 {1872} Was at the same work as yesterday with two teams. There is a disease similar to a very bad cold, just now very prevalent among the horses, and has proved fatal in one or two instances, our horses are a little affected with it. Spent evening and staid all night at J.C.S. he being away "west" on business. WEDNESDAY 16 Finished plowing the barley ground and run the cross drains. The weather is pretty cold with hard frost at night, had a light snow storm yesterday. Spent this evening at singing practice at Ebenezer, a good attendance sang some pieces out of the "Pure Gold" and "S.S. Organ". October, THURSDAY 17, 1872 Started the harvesting of late potatoes this morning but was stopped by a heavy East rain which lasted the entire day. Prepared a grist of wheat and some grain for chopping. �Subscribed on Monday last for the "Casket" a weekly Temperance Paper publi. at Napanee @ $1.00 per year. FRIDAY 18 Was picking stones off the fall wheat stubble, there is a good catch of timothy and clover on it "across the creek". Spent afternoon helping J. Simpson put up a temporary horse stable. Spent evening at Ebenezer practice, a large attendance and better music than ever. October, SATURDAY 19, 1872 Was helping J. SImpson again this forenoon. Was harvesting the potato crop, have about 30 bush. of "Gleasons", they are a fine potato and yield well. Mr Caesar called here to day and paid his note of $125.00, made him a present of a ram lamb. Spent evening in Brampton bought 2 copies of "Pure Gold" for our S. School. SUNDAY 20 Spent the forenoon at S. School Supt. pres., and gave a short description of St. Louis S. Schools. Rev. J. Brooks addressed the school on the lesson - Daniel II 1 to 19, "The Furious King". Heard Rev. John Shaw preach in Brampton to night, text. Ecclesiastees XII, 1st verse "Remember thy Creator in the days of thy youth". October, MONDAY 21, 1872 Finished the potato harvest, 40 bush. of Garnet Chili, 28 bush. of Gleasons and 12 bush. of Early Rose and Goodrich, they are all good sound potatoes and pretty fair size. Spent forepart of evening at the Lodge and the remainder at a S.S. Anniversary in P.M. Church, excellent music by the Choir and addresses by Revs. T. Guttery, J. Edgar, J. Shaw and Baikie.. TUESDAY 22 Spent the day at the stone picking job. Bright warm weather yesterday and to day. Spent evening at Ebenezer Singing Practice, a large attendance. I had to play the melodeon in the absence of Henery Snell. The teachers and officers, made some necessary arrangements for next Thursday. �October, WEDNESDAY 23, 1872 Completed the job we were at yesterday, there were a good many stones in those fields. Was plowing the potato ground. The horses are doing poorly, and are loosing flesh and spirits very fast. Rev. W. Millard sent a nicely written motto in large letters "The Seed is the Word" "We sow in faith" to be put up in the Church for tomorrow night. THURSDAY 24 Spent the forenoon assisting to to build a platform in Zion and make some other arrangements. Drove all my sisters up to the S. School Anniversary Party, the attendance of visitors and strangers was not so large as last year but we had a very pleasant party. Revs. Brooks, Millard, Herridge & Scott and W.N. Hossie addressed the meeting October, FRIDAY 25, 1872 Two of the Officers of our S. School were married yesterday. Mr Robert Thompson and Miss Mary Snell. Spent forenoon in clearing out and fixing up the churches in their usual style. Intended having a Social this evening and a lecture by Rev. J.G. Scott but it rained steadily all evening, a few of us met at Ebenezer for an hour and had tea, then quietly dispersed. SATURDAY 26 Have threshed thus far about 25 bush. of peas of this year's growing. Was fanning wheat for market. Had a short visit from Mrs Robt. Gardener. Spent two hours in Brampton this afternoon. J.C. Snell took tea here this evening. It has rained unceasingly for 24 hours and more or less for 48 hours and no prospect of clear up October, SUNDAY 27, 1872 A drizzling rain still prevails but has cleared off this evening. Walked alone up to S. School this morning. Supt. abs. only 16 present. A. Woodhall addressed the School on the lesson - Daniel II, 27 to 35. "The Interpreter". Rev. J.G. Scott took tea here this evening on his way from Zion, where there were only 3 people. Heard him preach tonight in Brampton text - Ephesians V, 14. �MONDAY 28 A bright beautiful day, but very muddy. Was pea threshing and choring generally. Started to fatten our hogs on Saturday 7 sows and 2 barrows, 7 months old. Spent evening at a public Meeting of the Good Templars, speeches by Revs. J. Shaw and J.G. Scott and readings and recitations by other members and some good music a large attendance. October, TUESDAY 29, 1872 Sold 87 bush. of Diehl wheat to J.W. Main @ $1.19 per bush. Commenced pulling the turnips by hand, a very thin crop. Spent afternoon at the raising of a barn for Mr Robert Lowes 1st line west, had a lively and pleasant time. Mrs J.C. Snell and family are spending this evening and to night here. WEDNESDAY 30 Was pulling turnips this forenoon and drew in 5 loads of them. Father drove Mrs J.C. Snell and children home this afternoon and visited Mr J. Snell, Senr. who is very, very sick. Brought home 4 bags of apples for home use from J.C. Snell's. Spent evening at home reading S.S. Libraries and peeling pumpkins October, THURSDAY 31, 1872 Completed the turnip harvest have rather more than 200 bush. 7½ loads, they are good solid turnips and of medium size. The past month has been an unusually mild one and the past few days grand, clear and warm and not very hard frosts at night. Sold yesterday a ram lamb to Mr Duckworth @ $8.50. This is Hallow E'en nicht. November, FRIDAY 1, 1872 Was engaged this forenoon in helping J. Learmont slaughter and dress his hogs. This afternoon commenced operations on the barnyard well by taking out the stones, it is a heavy job, very hard on the fingers. Spent this evening at Choir Practice a large attendance. John Snell Senr. died this evening, aged 63 yrs. after a rather short illness, he died very easy. November, SATURDAY 2, 1872 �Continued the operations on the well. Lost a valuable yearling heifer, last night by eating too many turnip tops. Sold the hide to J. Wigley for $3.18. Father and mother drove up to Mr Snell's ("Willow Lodge") this evening to sympathize with the bereaved friends. Received the first copy of the "Casket" a paper devoted to Temperance pub. at Napanee $1.00 per year SUNDAY 3 Spent this morning at Brampton Quarterly Meeting, Rev. J. Shaw preached, text, Hebrews XII 1 & 2nd verses, a most excellent and deeply affecting sermon, a pretty large attendance. Walter Gardener and I walked up to Willow Lodge this evening and spent an hour there with the friends and relatives of the deceased. November, MONDAY 4, 1872 Spent the afternoon at the late John Snell's funeral, it was a very large one, Rev. J. Shaw preached in the house, text. Ephesians. "Today if ye will hear his voice harden not your hearts", he was buried at the old Zion burial ground on 1st line. Spent the evening at the Lodge, election of Officers for next quarter, I was elected of W.F. Secretary TUESDAY 5 Spent the forenoon in the well and sunk it about one foot, the work is very hard, it is slow work. Spent afternoon at Township Plowing Match on lot 19 Centre Road, at Mr A. Giffen's, the attendance not very large, either of plowmen or spectators. Mr W. {-}. Brown of Toronto Twp. took first prize in 1st Class. The ground was in fine order and some fine work done November, WEDNESDAY 6, 1872 Finished the well digging by striking two or three small springs, it is nearly 16 ft deep the water about 3 ft deep. Commenced stoning the well this afternoon and done about ⅓ of it. Sold the last ram lamb of this season to Mr Drinkwater Senr. @ $8.00 cash. Spent evening writing a letter to Mr Thomas Mason THURSDAY 7 �Finished stoning the well and got the pump in it once more, it is a heavy job building the stone wall. The weather keeps very mild for the lateness of the season, have had very few heavy frosts as yet. Killed and dressed a Berkshire barrow 1yr. old, weighed 140 lbs. November, FRIDAY 8, 1872 Was fixing the under drain that carries the water from driving house roof into the well, it is one half stone drain and the other half an inch pine box. Took 6 bags of apples up to Mr John Campbell's and made 20 gals. of cider with his mill. Spent evening at Choir Practice at Brampton W.M. Church. SATURDAY 9 Paid to James Hanson $48.00 the amount due him out of $65 for 7 months, had several days lost time, and had received money at different times, he is going to live beyond Hamilton 18 miles. Commenced plowing the turnip land, it is pretty stiff plowing. November, SUNDAY 10, 1972 {1872} Spent forenoon at S. School Supt. pres. lesson - Daniel, III 19 to 26 "The Young men in the fire" A few words of parting was given by the Supt. to the Hanson family who are going to leave the neighbourhood. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach at Zion at 2 P.M. text, Daniel, III 19 to 26. Heard him preach the same sermon in Brampton to night, J.C.S. and family took dinner and tea here MONDAY 11 Was plowing turnip ground with both teams and finished it except headland. Mailed a copy of the Peel Banner to Aunt Jennie Harrington, it contains Mr Snell's obituary notice quite a lengthy history of his life and doings. Spent evening at the Lodge in Old Town Hall, 4 were initiated and Officers Installed for Quarter ending January 31st 1873 November, TUESDAY 12, 1872 The Annual Meeting of Grand Lodge of I.O.G. Templars for Ontario meets in Hamilton today and next two days Rev. J. Shaw and Dr. C.Y. Moore are going to represent "Safeguard" Lodge No. 350, Brampton. Was shovelling cross drains and doing some �other necessary jobs for the approaching winter. To night is beautifully clear moonlight and the atmosphere quite mild. WEDNESDAY 13 Father mother & Viney drove to Brampton this morning and visited Dr Patullo to consult him about Viney's health. Rode "Pollie" the 5 yr. old bay mare and sold her to a Mr {blank} from Toronto for $125, received $5.00 on the bargain he is buying a good many horses and very good prices. November, THURSDAY 14, 1872 Appointed by Lieut. Gov. Howland as a day of thanksgiving to God for the bountiful harvest for the Province of Ontario, and to be kept as a public holiday. Took the gun and spent forenoon sporting in the woods, but did not see much game. Took dinner and tea at J.C. Snell's J.M. Jones and wife were there. FRIDAY 15 Led our mare (5 yr old) "Pollie" down to Brampton and delivered her to Jas. Grand who bought her and received the balance of the pay $120.00 from him for her. Spent afternoon killing and dressing turkeys and ducks for market. Spent evening at S.S. Teachers Meeting, to dispose of the Tea Party funds of $15.00 November, SATURDAY 16, 1872 Last night appropriated $8.00 for copies of the "Christian Advocate" to be distributed among the scholars. Sold To K.C. & Co., 12 turkeys which weighed 114 lbs @ 8¢ per lb, and 10 pairs of ducks @ 50¢ per pair, total, $14.12, which sum was spent for 1 doz. of white handled table knives and nickle silver forks and other articles. Was hauling in the remainder of straw stack into barn. SUNDAY 17 Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. lesson Daniel III, 26 to 33, subject "The outcast King" Father & mother drove up to J.C. Snell's for dinner and tea; they have some visitors from near Ottawa. Heard Rev. John Shaw preach in Brampton to night text, Habbakuk III chap. 4th verse. A clear sharp frosty day. �November, MONDAY 18, 1872 Sold our 6 yr old ram "Champion" to Mr Harris of Derry West for $20.00 cash. Spent the evening at the Lodge, it was held in the Odd Fellows Hall (over Wilkinson's Store) there were five young men initiated, had some information from Dr. Moore about the Grand Lodge held in Hamilton last week. Mailed a "Guardian" to Aunt Jennie TUESDAY 19 The weather continues dry and cold, the ground has been frozen up all this week. Spent afternoon in Brampton sat for two ambrotypes at J.W. Cole's, they are pretty fairly executed. Spent evening at J.C. Snell's in chit chat he started tonight for Whitby to a Sale of Short Horns. November, WEDNESDAY 20, 1872 Was engaged in hauling gravel up from the banks of the Etobicoke for banking up against the stone wall of the house and mould to cover some plants and flowers for the Winter. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's sister Viney is there this is week made her a present of a gold ring worth $2.00. THURSDAY 21 Was lining the buffalo robes with woolen carpet for to make them warm. Sold to K.C. & Co. 22 bush. barley @ 58¢ and bought 10 bush. of corn @ 62¢ per bush. Got 10 bags barley chopped at Main's. Mr C. Fox spent the evening here. Received last Friday a letter from Aunt Jennie with Photo of Uncle John A and his sons November, FRIDAY 22, 1872 J.C. Snell brought Viney home she has been there all this week. J.C.S. bought a cow at Thompson's Sale for $910.00 on Wednesday. Spent this evening in Brampton hearing Prof. Cowan of New York lecture on Courtship and Marriage and seen him mesmerise a young man so that he had him entirely under his control, it is a wonderful sight. SATURDAY 23 Was hauling on the sleigh (there having been a slight flurry of snow) chip manure from the door yard into the front lane, in piles for trees next spring planting also put some �around the young apple trees, hauled 8 loads. The weather is some milder today. Have been feeding the stock for about a week, 4 horses 14 cattle 28 sheep 12 Berkshires November, SUNDAY 24, 1872 Spent morning at S. School Supt. pres. lesson. Daniel. V. 22 to end of chap. subject, "The hand writing on the wall". A large attendance of scholars, the weather being fine and warm. Heard Rev. J.G. Scott preach at Zion at 2½ P.M. text, Micah II chap. 10th verse. An eloquent sermon. J.C. Snell and family spent part of the day here. Staid at home this evening. MONDAY 25 Was splitting black ash rails in the "other place" bush, they are difficult to split because of the frost in them making the wood very brash. Spent the evening at the Lodge, had a pleasant meeting, "Safe Guard Chronicle" by Dr. Moore and a song from Bro. Braid "The Old Man's drunk again". The weather is pretty cold. November, TUESDAY 26, 1862 {1872} Was at the same work as yesterday and have about 60 ash rails split and some cord wood. Spent evening writing a letter to Aunt Jennie and send one of my Photos and a Ambrotype to her and Johnny Harrington my cousin. Viney is writing to Sarah Peacock. WEDNESDAY 27 Drove to Brampton this morning with mother and Viney on shopping business and other matters. Heard Rev. Mr Russell of Detroit lecture on "Prohibition" this evening in Court House Brampton, he is a very humorous and able speaker and is R.W.C. Templar the highest office in America belonging to I.O.G. Templars. November, THURSDAY 28, 1872 Was chopping firewood in the woods and cut my foot but not seriously, made a fearful gash in my boot. Spent evening at Zion hearing Rev. Mr Bradley of England lecture on Temperance but it was only very plainly done and not at all interesting, only a few present. Had quite a snow storm but did not last long. The roads are splendid, as level and smooth as plank �FRIDAY 29 Was chopping all day. A bitter cold day, measuring nearly down to Zero. J.C. Snell bought 8 imported shearling ewes Cotswold in Markham @ $600. Drove up to J.C.S. this evening for mother, she has been visiting there a day or two. November, SATURDAY 30, 1872 Was at the same work as yesterday, cut a large dry beach tree. The farm of the late Erastus Bunting was sold by auction at 2 P.M. to a Mr. Armstrong for $5,020, rather a low price, it ought to have brought another $2,000. Received from Aunt Jennie a "Carthage Banner". December, SUNDAY 1, 1972 {1872} Our folks went to the funeral of Jonathan {Pearce's} child 2 yrs. old. Rev. J. Shaw preached. Spent forenoon at S. School, Supt. pres., lesson Dan. VI, 4 to 10, subject "The Conspiracy against Daniel". Heard Rev. J.G. Scott preach in Brampton tonight, text, Luke XII 48th verse, he spoke strongly against the evils of intemperance and dancing. December, MONDAY 2, 1872 Was chopping dry beach in the lower bush. Spent evening at the Lodge, three were initiated. "Safeguard Chronicle" by Bro. M. Shipley, had a degree meeting after the lodge adjourned about 14 have taken the three degrees there are several passwords and signs and a great many ceremonies. TUESDAY 3 The weather is moderate and some light snow flying now and then, about two inches on the ground at present. Was at the same work as yesterday there a good many dry beaches in that bush. R. Smith, M.P. spent the evening here in social chat and some lively jokes. December, WEDNESDAY 4, 1872 �Spent an hour at Willow Lodge this forenoon, looking around, they are digging wells, they have a splendid flock of 30 imp. Cotswold shearling ewes. Spent the reading some of the writings of Washington {Jovin}. Sold to J. Woodhall 3 lamb skins @ 2.50. THURSDAY 5 Was at the chopping again today. Spent the evening at Mr John Wiggins, No. 13, 1st line East, in company with some young people in chat and games chequres and dominoes interspersed with wit from Mr D. Ledlow, the party broke up at an early hour. December, FRIDAY 6, 1872 Killed and dressed for food 5 Berkshires 7 months old, which average 140 lbs each, it is first class pork, sweet and tender. Spent evening at Choir Practice a large attendance, preparing for Missionary Meetings next week. R. Crawford from Whitby is here on a visit. SATURDAY 7 There has been several meetings this week at different places in the cause of the new railroad scheme, it is creating a great deal of excitement. At No. 10 shop, got the horses sharp shod on front feet, one span only. There is scarcely enough snow to make sleighing. December, SUNDAY 8, 1872 Spent forenoon at S. School Supt. pres. lesson, Daniel VI 10 to 24, "In the den of Lions" a very interesting lesson. Rev. B. Sherlock preached at Zion at 3 P.M., text, Isaiah XXV, 6, 7, 8, it was the Missionary Anniversary sermon, the Choir sang an after piece from the "Organ". Heard Rev. W.W. Rose of Toronto preach in Brampton tonight, text, Acts, XI, 26th verse MONDAY 9 The vote for the bonus of $70,000, to the C.V. Railway was taken today and was carried by a majority of III. Spent the evening at the Missionary Meeting in Brampton W.M. Church, speeches by Revs. Ross, Starr and Sexsmith and music by the Choir. Great rejoicing over the vote, had a large bonfire and a free supper. �December, TUESDAY 10, 1872 The weather is very cold. Was chopping dry beach in lower bush. Mrs J.C. Snell and her little folks are here for a couple of days on a visit. The opposers to the C.V. Railway are very much displeased and cannot see that the road will benefit them, but they are blind to their own interests. WEDNESDAY 11 Was helping Mr Wm., Newhouse to thresh barley and wheat. Had a head wind for threshing but it was a lovely day clear and frosty. It was dark before we finished and had to have a lantern in the barn. December, THURSDAY 12, 1872 Chopped, split and piled about 2 cords of dry beech. Dawson Modeland came down from Seaforth on a short visit is going back on Monday next. J.C. Snell offered us $100, for 5 of our best ewes but we refused it. Bought of John Learmont a fine 3 yr old ewe @ $10.00. FRIDAY 13 Was at the same work as yesterday. Took a sleigh load of our folks down to Brampton tonight to hear Rev. A. Russel of Detroit lecture, on "The Relation of Prohibition to Political Economy", he is an able speaker and quite humorous, the Concert Hall was not quite filled, December, SATURDAY 14, 1872 Steady cold weather, just enough snow to make poor sleighing. Drove sister Viney to Brampton this evening on business, had my hair docked at J.E. Wood's shop. Spent rest of the evening at home reading the news. Mr J.D. Armstrong of New York came to Brampton with his bride, on a visit. R. Crawford left here today SUNDAY 15 Spent forenoon at S. School Supt. pres, lesson, Daniel, IX 16 to 23, "Prayer and Answer" the lessons for this Quarter have all been very interesting and instructive. Heard Rev. W. Mc Fadden preach in Brampton text, Isaiah LV. 6 and 7th verses. �December, MONDAY 16, 1872 Was drawing on the sleigh, rails, which made fence between the two fields across the Etobicoke up into a pile behind the barn the two fields thrown into one make 10 acres. Spent the evening at the Lodge, two initiated, several readings, Safe Guard Chronicle by Sister M. Robb and pretty well edited. TUESDAY 17 Finished the job of yesterday about 300 rails, a good many of them inferior quality mostly black ash. Started hauling up the firewood from lower bush. Mrs Grimshaw and Miss K.F. Snell and Viney went to High School Examinations today. Spent evening reading "Self Help" by "Smiles". December, WEDNESDAY 18, 1872 Was busy all day in drawing firewood and pilling it 8 ft high, close in front of the wood shed. Received a letter from Uncle Adam containing $10.00 greenbacks, for to pay the taxes on his Amaranth farms, he has sold his Missouri farm to James Tompson, 4th line East, @ $30. per acre, 80 acres - $2400. THURSDAY 19 Was at the same work as yesterday and finished the lower bush about 9 cords. Mr Wm. Newhouse had an Auction Sale on the Bunting farm of Implements Stock and Feed, the latter sold high, chaff and straw especially. Answered Uncle Adams letter also mailed the money to John Tribble. December, FRIDAY 20, 1872 Had quite a big snow storm last night about 10 inches on the level. Drove my sisters over to school with the sleigh, today is the examination, it passed off well and to the credit of the teacher Miss S.A. Smith. Spent the evening in Brampton at a meeting to organize an Association of all the S. Schools in the town for the Mutual improvement of the teachers, to have weekly meetings to study the lesson. SATURDAY 21 �Completed hauling all the wood that I have chopped in both the woods about 13 cords, have 4 cords of dry wood at the house left over from last year, making 17 cords. Martin Shipley had an Auction Sale of Harness and sold a great deal at good prices, bought a whip @ 65¢ and a curry comb @ 15¢. December, SUNDAY 22, 1972 {1872} Went to S. School this morning Supt. pres. lesson, Daniel XII, subject "The Glorious Ressurrection" Heard Rev. John Shaw preach at Zion at 2½ P.M. text - Psalms XXXVII, 37th verse, "Mark the perfect man and behold the upright; for the end of that man is peace". At daybreak the mercury sank 14º below zero, it was intensely cold all day. MONDAY 23 A very cold bustering day. Spent part of the day at Edmonton in Town Hall, the nomination of Reeves and Councillors for next year. T. Bowles was elected Reeve. I.P. Hutton, T. Holtby and J. Henderson were nominated for Deputy Reeves only two required : E.T. Haggard and Joshua Modeland elected Councillors. Spent evening at the Lodge, had speeches and readings. December, TUESDAY 24, 1862 {1872} The weather has moderated some but still very cold, a little below zero. Went to W.K. Graham's Dental Office, Brampton, and had 3 teeth filled, one of them had been filled before but had come out, fee $1.50, paid 25¢ for a box of powder for to clean teeth. Bought $2.00 worth of presents for Christmas for my sisters. WEDNESDAY 25 A strong cold N.E. wind all day with fine hard snow, made it very disagreeable sleigh riding. Drove to Brampton this morning and brought up Jennie Peacock J.C. Snell and family came down to spend the day and to Christmas dinner. Spent the day and evening at home quietly and pleasantly. December, THURSDAY 26, 1872 The storm has not yet abated its fury, the mercury below zero, a strong N.N.E. wind with hard dry snow, makes it very uncomfortable being out of doors. Drove Jennie Peacock �to Brampton and got the Christmas number of the "Christian Guardian". J.C. Snell and family staid all last night here because of the storm. FRIDAY 27 Mr Christopher Faux came here last evening to spend a day or two. The snow has quit falling and is now drifting with a high West wind. J.C. Snell came after his wife and children at noon today. Egerton Ferguson has been here all week. Spent the day in threshing peas with flail and cleaning them, 7 bush. December, SATURDAY 28, 1872 The weather is pleasant once more. Father drove C. Faux to Brampton and got the newspapers and a large pane of glass for to light up the poultry house. The vote yesterday on the upper part of this County for to grant a bonus to the Hamilton & N. Western R.R. was lost by a majority of 400. Bought the "Canadian Almanac" containing a great deal of information, 160 pages. SUNDAY 29 Went to S. School this morning, Supt. pres. lesson, Psalm, CXXXVII, "A review of all the lessons of the past Quarter", showing the many good qualities Daniel had. The "British Workman" and the "S. School Advocate" were distributed among the scholars of our school. Heard Rev. J.G. Scott preach in Brampton tonight, text, John VII 68th. December, MONDAY 30, 1872 A mild bright day. Was boiling in the large furnace pot barley, peas, and potatoes for hog feed. Egerton and I drove "Charlie" in the cutter up to J.C. Snell's and to Willow Lodge to inspect the live Stock, which are all in good trim and heart for this season. Brought down from J.C.S'. the Dee, number of "Ladies Repository" for our perusal. TUESDAY 31 Spent last evening at the Lodge in the Wesleyan Vestry, had a visitor, Mr Robert Cooley, of "(Shas----} Lodge" he gave us a short recitation "Safeguard Chronicle" by Bro. C.Y. Moore on the history of Good Templarism. Spent this day in fanning barley for �chopping and seed next spring, and at other needful jobs about the barnyard. A mild cloudy day. Wheat sold during the year 22 bush. @ 1.25 = $27.50 46½ bush. @ 1.45 = $66.83 14 bush. @ 1.29 = $18.00 New 87 bush. @ 1.19 = $103.00 170 $ 215.33 Gristing 55 bush. 170 bush sold 55 Gristed 225 Spring seeding 25 bush. peas 36 bush. oats Sheep Ram lambs $108 Ewe lambs $105 Wool Skins Fat sheep $133 $346 Berkshires - $100. Barley sold during year 42 bush. @ New $0.58 51 bush. @ $0.58 61 bush. @ $0.66 22 bush. @ $0.58 196 bush. $ 108.50 �chopped for feed 100 bush. barley 20 for seed 316 bush. barley Cattle 'Prince' - $125 Cow Hide - 43 $168 Horses Pollie - $125. CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 9th 9th 27 27 30 30 To M. Shipley for buggy harness To J. Coyne on acc/ for 1 pr. of girls boots & Sundries From J.C. Snell for 6 Berkshires To J.C. S. subscion for Co. Gentlemen and Copy of Annual Register of Rural Affairs For 500 cedar rails to A. Mc Coll To A. McColl for 4 gate posts 50 00 20 00 20 5 2 30 1 25 6th Took to Steam Mill for chopping 8 bags barley 2 bags peas �CASH ACCOUNT, FEBRUARY. 1872 Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 2nd 5th 5th 10th 10th 13th 16th & 17th 20th 18th 23rd Fr To J.P. Hutton for 400 ft lumber Membership's fee to Mechanics Institute good for 11 months Quarterly dues to "Safeguard Lodge" A. McColl for 500 stakes Travelling expenses while hauling cedar Sheet Music and sundry other articles Gristing, apples, Music and sundry articles Sent to Osborn Missouri to J. Ferguson Donation to Mrs Millard Cash for sheep skin from W. Hurst Balance Bro't over Payments in excess of receipts 1 75 1 75 5 67 1 00 0 30 8 50 2 00 2 00 10 00 29 47 35 00 2 00 37 00 29 47 66 47 1 75 $64 72 15th Took to Steam Mill for chopping 8 bags barley 4 bags peas 23rd Took to Steam Mill for Gristing 18 bush. wheat �CASH ACCOUNT, MARCH. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 13th 14th 17th 18th 26th 28th Received for 42 bush. barley from J.W. Mains @ 58¢ For 1 ton of plaster To Miss S. Snell Coll't for W.M. Missionary Society At Buntings Sale for Dried Apples To Magurn and Bannister for Wall Papers &c. From J.W. Mains for 22 bush. wheat @ 1.25 24 60 27 50 52 10 7 00 5 50 1 50 2 50 16 50 23rd Took to Steam Mill for chopping 8 bags barley 3 bags peas 23rd and 1 bush. wheat to crack for mush 31st Cash Receipts in excess of expenditure 35 60 CASH ACCOUNT, APRIL. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 9th From William Caesar his note due in 9 months from date for $125.00 for "Coral Prince" 125 00 �11th 18th 20th 23rd 24th 27th From J. Fallace for a sheepskin From J. Learmont timothy seed 35 lbs From K.C. & Co. timothy seed 55 lbs Sundries from K. Chisholm's Store To Dawborn & Co. Toronto Wholesale dealers in seeds, fruits, &c. To Hamilton for apple trees 2 75 2 75 3 00 4 25 8 00 2 50 5 00 23 75 20th Sowed 27 bush. oats 29th Sowed 14 bush. barley May 1st Sowed 6 bush. barley CASH ACCOUNT, MAY. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 4th 6th 3rd 11th 11th 11th From J. Fallace for the cow Pink 7 yrs. old and calf 7 wks. old For horse bits and other sundries To G. Hamilton for trees To J.B. Magnum for a small alarm clock To Haggert Bros for iron tea kettle &c. Sundries 40 00 2.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 5.00 �17th 17th 17th 25th 29th 29th To K.C. & Co. for Dry Goods To Leslie for ½ bush. of Garnet Chili To Dawson for 1 bush. Early Rose For two fat ewes For express charges For glass and nails 14 00 __________ $55 00 14 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 4 00 $35 00 6th Chopped at Mains' Steam Mill 6 bags barley & two bags peas 2nd & 3rd Sowed 25 bush. peas 15th Sowed on fallow 9 bush. oats 18 & 21st Planted 14 bush. potatoes on nearly ¾ of an acre Cash Receipt $55 00 Cash Payments $35 00 Balance $20 00 CASH ACCOUNT, JUNE. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 10th 11th From K.C. & Co. for 211 lbs of wool @ 53 ¢ per lb. From To Haggert Bros. on Reaper 111 83 50 00 �11th 18th 18th 18th 22nd 15th 28th 25th 27th To K.C. & Co. on acc/. From K.C. & Co. for 46½ bush. wheat @ $1.45 For Groceries &c. For Stationery &c. For Two pairs of common pants for everyday wear To J.W. Cole for photographs To K.C. & Co. for new scythe & snath & sundries Paid K.C. & Co. balance on acc/. From W. Caesar for Berkshire sow 2 mos. old 66 83 10 00 188 66 50 00 2 00 0 20 3 00 1 00 6 00 10 00 ______ 122 20 6th Gristed 19 bush. of Diehl Wheat 27th Chopped 11 bush. peas and barley Cash Receipts 188 66 Cash Payments 122 20 Balance $66 46 CASH ACCOUNT, JULY. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ �11th 12th 26th 6th To James Hanson on wages acc/ To K.C. & Co. for Groceries and sundries Sugar and Sundries and at different dates from K.C. & Co. Sold to J. Snell & Sons 2 Berk. Boars 2½ months old $20 $21 00 5 00 6 00 10 00 ______ $21 00 CASH ACCOUNT, AUGUST. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 5th 15th 24th 24th 24th 30th 31st 31st Sold a ram lamb to J. Snell & Sons @ $20 To J. White for 1 month's wage From J.W. Mains for Diehl wheat To J. Ewart for horse service To Shipley, mending harness From J.C. Snell on account a cheque for To Anthony Bros. for repairs on J.L. buggy For spring waggon $95.00 of which sum paid 18 00 100 00 _______ 118 00 28 00 6 50 1 00 10 00 70 00 115 50 �21st To Steam Mill for chopping peas and oats 6 bush. $ Cash Receipts 118 00 Cash Payments 115 50 Balance 2 50 {Duplicate page} CASH ACCOUNT, SEPTEMBER. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 7th 13th 20th 21st To James Hanson To J. Scott, Merchant for 1 box of Collars "Golden Leaf" From Stewart, for a ram lamb From Williams, a ram lamb 15 00 10 00 25 00 5 00 20 ______ 5 20 Cash Receipts 25 00 Cash Payments 5 20 Balance 19 80 CASH ACCOUNT, OCTOBER. �Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 5th 5th 7th 7th 8 8 9th 9th 9th 10th 12th 10th 19th 22nd 29th 30th leash from W. Keyworth on Note just due From Mons Men for 2 ram lambs To R. Quin on B'smith acc/ From K.C. & Co. for 51 bush. barley @ 58 From Hamilton, Port Credit 61 bush. @ 66 From R. Cartney, lamb To Haggert Bros. on reaper acc/ last payment To J. Coyne Shoe acc/ To W. Campbell Blacksmiths Bill From J. Scott for ram lamb From Mr Brown for lamb For Taxes From Caesar, the Am't of Note Deposited in Merchant bank From J.W. Mains for 87 bush. wheat @ $1.19 per bush. From J. Duckworth for lamb 16 50 12 50 30 60 40 30 10 00 ________ 109 90 10 00 8 00 125 00 103 00 8 50 $254 50 16 50 24 00 68 00 5 00 8 00 105 00 25 95 125 00 Incidental Expenses 19 05 40 00 �40 00 214 50 254.50 109.90 $364.40 145.00 $219.40 105 00 145 00 18th Gristed 13 bush. wheat 18th Chopped 5 bags barley 2 bags each of oats and peas CASH ACCOUNT, NOVEMBER. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 1st 6th 2nd 2nd 9th 13th 15th 16th 16th Subscription for the "Casket" for one year from date From Mr Dunkworth for ram lamb From J. Wigley for hide To Antony Bros. balance of waggon To James Hanson balance of wages From To K.C. & Co. for dry good & groceries From J. Grand of Toronto for Pollie From K.C. & Co. for fowls Paid for dry goods and sundries 8 00 3 18 125 00 14 12 _________ 1 00 25 00 48 00 10 00 20 00 �16th 18th 21st 19th 21st 21st 27 25 Deposited in Merchants Bank Brampton From {Harris} Fox for "Champion" From R. Lowes For various things From K.C. & Co. for 22 bush. barley, 58 For corn &c. &c. Various expenses and purchases To J. Learmont for a shearling ram 150 30 $100 00 20 00 4 50 13 00 ––––––– 37 50 150 30 $187 80 103 00 10 00 8 00 20 00 10 00 48 00 103 00 $157 00 CASH ACCOUNT, DECEMBER. Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ 4th 9th 13th 24 From J. Woodhall for 3 lambskins From J.C. Snell the balance for the Stock he bought of us To J. Learmont for 3 yr. old ewe Sundry expenses 2 50 38 00 10 00 5 00 �22 22 30 Victoria College Endowment last part of subscription For "Christian Guardian" for 1873 Incidental expenditures _______ 40 50 2 00 2 00 6 00 25 00 SUMMARY OF CASH ACCOUNT Received $ ¢ Paid $ ¢ JAN. FEB. Mar. APRIL. MAY. JUNE. JULY. AUG. SEPT. Oct. Nov. DEC. Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash Cash 50 00 1 75 52 10 2 75 55 00 188 66 118 00 25 00 364 40 187 80 40 50 $1085 96 48 55 66 47 16 50 23 75 35 00 122 20 21 00 115 50 5 20 145 00 157 00 25 00 775 19 Am't Received $1085.96 Am't Expended $ 775.17 $ 310.79 �Am't Deposited in Merchants bank. $225.00 A.D. 1868 Sept. 29 Paid to J. Snell for 1 sow $ 3.00 1869 Realized from 1st litter $ 48.00 1870 Realized from 2nd litter $ 60.00 1870 Realized from 3rd litter $110.00 1871 Realized from 4th litter $ 60.00 1871 Realized from 5th litter $ 60.00 1872 Realized from 6th litter $ 70.00 1872 Realized from 7th litter Total Am't Deposited in Merchants Bank $500.00 Why is a slippery sidewalk like Music? Because if you do not see C sharp you will B flat. {----} / on John. H. Ferguson Chinguacousy, Centre Road No. 12. Rose Lea Farm. 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Scanned Microfilm Manuscript & Typed Transcription Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource John Ferguson Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of the Archives of Ontario and Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Peel County, Chinguacousy Township, Ontario UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Scripto Transcription A written representation of a document. <div class="mw-parser-output"> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">January, MONDAY 1, 1872</span></h2> <p>A fine bright day, scarcely any snow on the fields or roads, some pretty large snow banks along the fences, there is a great deal of ice, very slippery travelling, splendid skating. The Municipal election took place to day, Chinguacousy Reeve. J. {?} Deputy Reeves J.P. Hutton KJ. Henderson Councillor J. Haggard and Joshua Modeland.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 2</span></h2> <p>The elections in Brampton yesterday for Reeveship were very exciting K. Chisholm was only 4 votes ahead of J. Boyne, there has been so much bribery used on both sides that the election is void necessitating a new election and two new candidates. Was helping J. Simpson saw wood with a new style of saw driven by one team of horses. {?} at Brunswick {?} $75.00</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_WEDNESDAY_3.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">January, WEDNESDAY 3, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#January.2C_FRIDAY_5.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">January, FRIDAY 5, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">January, WEDNESDAY 3, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent half a day in cutting fall wheat straw with the straw cutter and Jack and Mr F Housis horse power, the straw cut up nice and fine and with a little pea meal sprinkled over it, will make very good fodder. Some soft snow from the East and very foggy to night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 4</span></h2> <p>Hauled some 3 or 4 cords of wood from the "other place" bush and 110 white oak stakes. A mild sunny day spent the evening in reading Mrs H. B. Stowes' latest work My Wife and I a very interesting tale. The Brampton Election yesterday was decided in favor of Coyne, he is Reeve for present year</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">January, FRIDAY 5, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was engaged all day in hauling rails (old) from the other place which were used for a lane across the Etobicoke to repair the wheat field fence. Spent evening in Brampton at practice for the approaching S. School Convention. The "Christian Guardian" is enlarged to an eight paged journal and otherwise greatly improved. Had a roan C. calf from "Coral".</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 6</span></h2> <p>Prepared a ten bag grist for Mill of 3 parts barley and I part peas. Was cutting wheat straw with the help of John Learment and our two span of horses. A very Keen frost to night.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, SUNDAY 7, 1872</p> <p>Drove the sleigh up to S.S this morning. Supt. Pres lesson sets #32 to 41. The new library books were distributed. Misses Jilly Snell and Lizzie McFaul were here for dinner. Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion at 2 1/2 PM. Text _ Luke XIII 6 to 9th it was a keen cold day. Monday 8</p> <p>Was cutting peas with the straw cutter all day it will save the trouble of thrashing with the flail beside making it into a more acceptable state for the stock. J.C. Snell and wife took tea here this evening. Spent the evening at the Temperance lodge.</p> <p>January, TUESDAY 9, 1872</p> <p>Spent the afternoon in farming peas. Father took 10 bags of grain to J.W, Maine Stream Grist Mills, Brampton, for chopped feed. Bought a new single sett of buggy harness from Martin Shipley (back mounted) @$20. Misses O. Nichole, R Carter and Eagler were visiting sister Viney this afternoon. A very pleasant day.</p> <p>Wednesday 10</p> <p>The Annual school meetings took place to day at the School Houses all over the province according to law. Mr. R. J. Nichols spent an hour with us this forenoon in pleasant chit-chat. Spent the evening reading " Evenings at Donaldson Manor" a S.S. library Book full of love stories.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, THURSDAY 11, 1872</p> <p>Was engaged in chopping into cordwood a large sugar maple in the lower bush which was uprooted by the late winds. Spent evening at Hope Chapael at the P. M. Missionary meeting, the Rev J. Guttery from Toronto was chief speaker, he is a fine and intelligent speaker.</p> <p>Friday 12</p> <p>Was at pretty much the same work as yesterday. Killed and dressed a Berkshire sow of 200 lbs of pork. Spent the evenings at Brampton at the practice for the approaching convention had a lively and pleasant time until 10 o'clock.</p> <p>January, SATURDAY 13, 1872</p> <p>Mailed a letter yesterday to Mrs{underlined} John Ferguson in Missouri, The weather during the week has been mild and pleasant it is very icy under foot and but very little snow, the fields being almost entirely bare. Spent evening reading the ancient current newspaper which are immensely interesting and entertaining at this time of year.</p> <p>SUNDAY 14</p> <p>Drove the cutter up to S. School containing 3 of my sisters Supt. Abs. {Superintendent absent} lesson_ {H IV 11 to 16. Spent the afternoon at he Mr. Perry's residence Brampton practicing music and took tea at old Mrs. Kings with Miss S. Trueman heard Rev John Shaw preach text I Kings XIII / 6 to 33 verses. A sharp frosty day.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, MONDAY 15, 1872 Was engaged all day in "swinging the poverty stick" on the peas, they are yielding a fair quantity of grain, the straw is fresh and bright making excellent fodder. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, Miss Sarah Peacock came up this evening to spend a few days. Had some 2 or 3 inches of snow tonight. TUESDAY 16 Drove to Edmonton to get the buggy shaft repaired &amp; a new neck yoke ironed. Spent the evening at practice in the Wesleyan Church until 8 o'clock and to 10 o'clock at the primitive Church, Brampton The slight fall of light snow had made some sleighing once more. January, WEDNESDAY 17, 1872 A bright frosty day. Spent the day tending to the stock &amp;c, &amp;e, Went to Stanley Mills this evening with the W.M. Choir to a tea meeting given by a Division of Sons of Temperance Addresses given by Rev Shaw Carson and Dennis all leaving on the subject of Temperance. Arrived home at 12:30 o'clock. THURSDAY 18 The first day of meeting of Co. of Peel S.S. association held in Brampton W.M. Church, Today's proceedings have been successful both in the large attendance and the feeling of good will and harmony preaching. Rev Shaw and Armidge W.P L Lavey (from London) {possibly Schving?} (Newmarket) addressed the night meeting, a large crowd.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, FRIDAY 19, 1872</p> <p>Mr. E Bunting died suddenly last night @ 10 o'clock after a short illness of the worst form of scarlet fever, The second day of Convention the main meeting of the children of the county took place at 2 PM The church was crammed, addressed by Rev Hartcourt Carson, Laury. A very large meeting at night at which J.C, Snell presided.</p> <p><br /> SATURDAY 20</p> <p>Received an additional 6 to 8 inches of snow which has revived the sleighing. The C. P. A society's seasonal meeting was held in the Court House at 2 PM. For the election of Officers. Mrs J. C Snell and two little ones are here all night.</p> <p>January, SUNDAY 21, 1872</p> <p>Drove the sleigh to Brampton at 9 o'clock for the pall bearers who are members of I. O. G. Templars for E.A. Buntings funeral took place at 10 o'clock buried at the old Cemetery Brampton, The funeral procession was really 1/2 mile long. Reb J. Shaw preached text Revelation XXI, 4th verse a very impressive sermon. The untimely end of our best neighbour and one of our truest friends Aged 39 yrs. Rev W.W. Carson Preached tonight, text, Matt XXVII 3,4 &amp;3 verses,</p> <p>MONDAY 22</p> <p>Was fanning cut peas. Drew 3 loads of hard maple wood from lower bush makes the finish of the firewood making for the season. Spent the evening at the Lodge, had quite a full meeting, each member revived a story of the Constitution and By Laws of the Templars, 4 were initiated.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, TUESDAY 23, 1872 Drove the sleigh to Sligo this morning No 2, Caledon for a load of cedar fence stakes bought 146 @ $200 per hundred, they are 7 ft long and of good overall size. The last snow fall has made capital sleighing. The cedar business is quite lively, a great many people are hauling rails</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 24</p> <p>Took the same journey as yesterday and bought 500 cedar rails from Mr McColl, No 3 Caledon, for $20, brought home 85 rails and one gate post stopped at {Clande?} of H. Manning Hotel to feed the team.</p> <p>January, THURSDAY 25, 1872</p> <p>Brought 90 rails down to day they are pretty fair size but rather rough and chopped 11 ft long, are all seasoned the swamp being overrun with fire last summer. It was a pretty cold day and very blustering the sleigh track drifted full of snow, making it heavy travelling.</p> <p>FRIDAY 28 Drew 100 cedar rails from Sligo to day some of which are burnt black making it disagreeable work handling them. Spent the evening at Choir Practice, had an addition to the Soprano of the two Misses Stewart, who are singers in the John Street Pres. Church. A cold day.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, SUNDAY 27, 1872</p> <p>Drove to Caledon left home at 7 30 A.M, arrived at 9 o'clock took dinner yesterday and today at Clande, Hotel. brought home 96 rails about 3 PM. J. C. Snell took tea here this evening and sister Viney went home with him. The weather was milder and looks like a storm.</p> <p><br /> SUNDAY 28</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt. Abs. {superintendent absent} lesson. Rev I {Chap} spent afternoon at the Brampton W.M. S. School which is largely attended and a very good school J. W. Boyman is {Supt.}. Choir practice at 4 PM took tea at Mr A. Morton’s this evening. W.W Carson preached text Matt XXIV. 44th verse.</p> <p>January, MONDAY 29, 1872</p> <p>Went to Caledon this evening it was exceedingly cold facing the sharp frosty west wind brought home 100 rails. Spent the evening at the Temperance lodge, had a full attendance of numbers, the election of Officers for the next Quarter took place making the meeting lively and exciting,</p> <p>TUESDAY 30</p> <p>Made another trip after cedar, brought 35 rails making the full compliment and 5 over of the 500 rails which bought for which paid cash $20, also bought 3 gate posts, paid $1.25 for the 4” do, also 25 stakes total number of stakes 170. J. C. Snell shipped to Illinois one of our Berkshires,</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>January, WEDNESDAY 31, 1872</p> <p>Exchanged with Mr Hindle 28 bush {bushels} of black oats for seed, ours has been too long on the farm and is degenerating and turning white. Went with W.M. Choir this evening to Streetsville to help sing at a Temperance meeting, was a large attendance had a very lively and pleasant time especially the sleigh ride.</p> <p>February, THURSDAY 1, 1872</p> <p>Rather a bright pleasant day W. wind and plenty sharp frost the sleighing is very good except in neighboorhood of Brampton . Our folks went on a visit to Mr A. Dyer's. Nearly 2 o'clock this morning when arrived from Streetsville.</p> <p>February, FRIDAY 2, 1872</p> <p>Drove the team over to Hutton's sawmill and bought 150 ? of 1 1/2 inch flooring &amp; 3 seasoned clear planks (for to make a water trough) for which paid at rate of $16 per, in {m?}, alas 5 3x4 inch scantling and an assortment of 3 and 4 inch strips @ $10 &amp; $12 per in {m?}. paid for all $5.61(could also be a 7). Spent evening at Choir Practice. A bright clear day.</p> <p>SATURDAY 3</p> <p>Was threshing peas with the flail . Started for Brampton this afternoon in the cutter but in passing a team at No 10 was upset and broke the shaft. Went to Brampton on horseback this evening and visited J. E. {or G.} Wood's Barber shop to be shaved</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, SUNDAY 4, 1872</p> <p>Went to Quarterly meeting in Brampton at 10 o'clock, Rev W. W. Carson preached text= Luke XXVI 13th verse. had a profitable service. {Pork} dinner at Mrs. Trueman’s at W. Mains. Rev John Shaw preached at 6 text II Corinthians 18th verse. after the public preaching, there was prayer meeting</p> <p>MONDAY 5</p> <p>Spent the day in threshing peas and choring around generally. Went to Brampton tonight and (joined the) or became a member of mechanics Institute untill the end of this year by paying $1.00 and have weekly use of the public library. Spent evening at the I. O. G. J lodge which was held in M. E church</p> <p>February, TUESDAY 6, 1872</p> <p>Bro. C.Y. Moore was at lodge last night, he has just come from New York City and gave a good account of his temperance experiences their. Snow 8 or 10 inches of snow fell last night which was needed to help the sleighing. Was mortising pine 3x4 scantling for end pieces for new gates.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 7</p> <p>Uncle George &amp; Aunt Phoebe {Bunt? (smudged)} came here this evening from Scarborough to visit a few days. Rigged up the sleigh with seats around the outer ridge and gathered a large load of young folks from Brampton and No 10 and drove up to J. B. Snell's party given for Lizzie and Viney about 30 percent, had a lively and pleasant time in games and music.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">February, THURSDAY 8, 1872</span></h2> <p>Arrived home this morning shortly after 4 o'clock after taking the young people home, enjoyed a nap of two or 3 hours pretty thoroughly. It was a warm bright day. Went to Brampton this evening and attended a public Temperance Meeting in W.M. Church, addresses by Revs Shaw Bradshaw, Pringle and Henridge, not a very large attendance.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY, 9</span></h2> <p>Drove to Caledon to day for a load of fence stakes, brought home 170! Aunt Lizzie and Eggie spent evening here in social chat. Our visitors spent afternoon at J.C. Snell's. Another warm day, it is affecting the snow considerably on the Centre Road</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">February, SATURDAY 10, 1872</span></h2> <p>Brought from Caledon my last load of cedar for this winter consisting of 165 stakes and paid A. {McColl?} $8.50 for the 560. Our Scarborough friends started for home this forenoon. Weather today warm and misty. Spent evening at Melodeon and "{Pul?} Banner". The Assessor (from Hamilton) was here yesterday, and raised the valuation $200. Have my name on the roll for 25 acres.</p> <p>SUNDAY 11</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt adr. {J.R. Craig acting in his place) lesson Revelations, II 8th verse to end of chap. a large attendance. Dawson Modeland spent the day here in social converse about his travels in New York. The evening closed in with a drizzling rain preventing my attending church.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, MONDAY 12, 1872</p> <p>Each of some half dozen went to Stewart's saw mill {Esqueen} this morning for a load of pine lumber for W. Campbell the blacksmith, who intends building a new shop, about -800ft of pine in each load, took dinner at 3 PM at this place no 1. Spent evening at the lodge Brampton had a very large attendence, {illegible} lively.</p> <p>TUESDAY 13 Misty and thawing very fast the's two days a steady rain pretty much all day from East. The roads are nearly bare. Spent afternoon in Brampton and I carried a letter from Aunt - Mary (Mereon) , Ms. Bought a rawhide riding whip and some spirits of .</p> <p>February, WEDNESDAY 14, 1872</p> <p>A sudden change in the weather very cold and sharp frost. Spent forenoon at Campbells's shop setting a horse shed Went to Brampton this evening to Mr S. Capper's Temperance lecture in W.M. Church, a large attendance lecture lasted nearly 2 hours and was full of funny anecdote's, he sang several temperance song's in good style, a collection amounted too.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, FRIDAY 16, 1872</p> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning for the chopped grain, bought 1 1/2 bush of green apples form C. Sawson @ Cocks pea bush. Took the cutter to Campbells' shop and had a new shoc put on it. Received a Valentine from some lady. Bought a piece of street music "thoughts of childhood" @ 40 cts Spent evening at choir practice.</p> <p>SATURDAY 17</p> <p>Was engaged in sawing cord-wood with the bucksaw into 2 ft lengths. Father and Mother are spending afternoon and evening at R. Nichol's No 10 Centre Road it is a bright moonlight night and a pretty sharp frost.</p> <p>February, SUNDAY 18, 1972</p> <p>Drove the team up to S. School taking all my sisters, Supt. Pres. lesson ; Rev. III 1 to 6. Sept. Last Sunday and he gave each scholar a New Testament and the teacher each a scripture Atlas. Went to Brampton W.M. S. School at 2 PM 105 present a very interesting school. Took tea at Mrs {Ynuman's might not be a Y} and heard W.W. Carson preach text,- I Kings XVIII 21st verse</p> <p>MODAY 19</p> <p>A bright beautiful day, thawing fast. Spent the day at wood sawing in the wood shed. Spent the evening pleasantly and profit only at Ebenezer with a large turn out of the scholars, teacher and parents of the S. School a fair well social to Rev W. Millard who is leaving the place, J. B. Snellgot up an excellent address and a present of $50.00</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, TUESDAY 20, 1872</p> <p>Was at pretty much the same kind of work as yesterday. Mailed a letter to Uncle J. Ferguson containing an order for $75 Anne Curry's as a present Mr Hindle, giving half of it; It is for to purchase a horse. Spent the evening at prayer meeting and Choir practice. The mild weather continues.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 21</p> <p>Took the iron plough up to Quin’s shop for to get a new mouldboard put in and other repairs. Spent the evening at S. S. Anniversary in Rev J. Bingli's Church Brampton as a bass singer in the W.M Choir, a large audience; and a full staff of speakers, a present of 12 large volume given to W. N. Bossie The {supt. I’m thinking short form for superintendent} of the school.</p> <p>February, THURSDAY 22, 1872</p> <p>Spent the day in bucksawing, threshing peas and preparing a grist of wheat for to be con-veyed to miel to morow. A keen frosty day and splendid moonlight nights, which is the pleasantest kind of winter weather. Spent evening reading one of the library books History of England. Mailed a letter last night to Mrs John Mason.</p> <p>FRIDAY 23</p> <p>Took a grist of Dill wheat to Brampton storm straw grist mills about 18 bush. Heard the sad news of the sudden death of Mrs A. F. Campbell this morning after a short but painful illness. Spent the evening at J. B. Snell's he has been attending the 60 York S. S. Convention held in Markham. Passed the evening in social chat till 10.30 oclock. Mrs {Very smudged} first visit there this year.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, SATURDAY 24, 1872</p> <p>Father and mother started for Mr Charles in the buggy with a span of horses. A very warm day leaving the snow away very fast , the roads are quite muddy. Spent evening at home, music and reading and general preparations for Sabbath. The Reform Association met today and chose Robert SMith as their candidate for next election for the house of commons.</p> <p>SUNDAY 25</p> <p>Considerable rain during the night the fields are swimming, turned very cold freezing rain. Went S. S School this morning on foot -lesson Rev III 7 to 13th - The funeral of the late Mrs A. T Campbell took place this afternoon in Toronto , ? Rev Mr {Aeridge?} preached it is a sad blow to Alex. Rev W. W. Carson preached in Brampton text, {Psalms} C XIX 9th verse, A very earnest address to young men.</p> <p>February, MONDAY 26, 1872</p> <p><br /> Spent the day in the wearisome routine of stock feeding and pea threshing, bright, beautiful weather, a keen frost where the sun's rays do not penetrate. Went to Brampton this evening about 8 o'clock the burning J. Clark's stables and blacksmiths shop caused great excitement. At the lodge about 15 more were added to our member, had a lively meeting.</p> <p><br /> TUESDAY 27</p> <p>Fanned thoroughly 16 bush of peas and stored them in the driving house for future use. Put the old Hamilton Combined Reaper &amp; mower on the waggon and drove it to Brampton to Haggert Bros for which we are receiving $30.00. J. Tibble of Amaranth arived here on a visit.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>February, WEDNESDAY 28, 1872</p> <p>Loaned the waggon to Mr S. Bunting for the hard firewood John Tribble started for home this morning in the cutter, they have splendid sleighing in Amaranth but the roads here are really dusty. Was engaged in splitting stovewood. Spent evening reading "A walk from London to John O'Groate House" and no tea by the way.</p> <p>THURSDAY 29 Was at the same kind of work as yesterday. A cold north wind and very hard frost. Father &amp; Mother were visiting at John Woudhall's. mailed a copy of last week's Banner to Rev. J. F. Dyer, {illegible} containing Rev. W. Millard's resignation. Also today's Banner to Carthage.</p> <p>March, FRIDAY 1, 1872</p> <p>Was engaged in splitting the sawed blocks of wood into structure. Sold the first consignment of fresh eggs this season, today 3 1/2 Soy. @ 18 cts. Viney and J. walked to Brampton tonight to a lecture on the "Magic of Science" by Dr. May of Toronto, some of the experiments were very nice but the lecture was slow and uninteresting.</p> <p>SATURDAY 2</p> <p>Was threshing peas with the poverty stick all forenoon, fanned 10 bush for storage against next fall. The first young lamb of the season arrived today. J. C. Snell and wife took tea here this evening, he attended the township S. S. Convention yesterday in Cheltenham. An attempt to assassinate Queen Victoria was frustrated.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, SUNDAY 3, 1872</p> <p>Walked to S. School this morning Rev Jas Brooke pres. Lesson Rev III 14th book 2, a good average attendance. Heard Rev John Shaw at lion at 2 1/2 o' clock text Mark XIII 37th verse. Heard same preacher in Brampton tonight text Joshua XXII 20th verse, explain practical sermon sister Viney is very sick.</p> <p>MONDAY 4 A few inches of light snow fell during the night which is flying in clouds today that almost blind the vision it is very cold the mercury is below zero. Spent the evening at the lodge which met for first time in the new Vestry of W. M. Church it is a nice cozy room, had a lively meeting.</p> <p>March, TUESDAY 5, 1872</p> <p>If any difference the cold is more intense than yesterday with a driving North West { west has an “ir” added to the end} Had 3 more fine lambs two of which perished with the and third is very delicate took it and the ewe down in turnip cellar, where it is quite warm. Spent evening reading a Instituted library. Received a letter from Uncle Taylor, Oakville</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 6</p> <p>Mr Bardi Snell's Auction sale of farm stock and implement's took place today, some very good articles. W.W. {Roe?} Auctioneer. Spent evening at the Opening of New "Chisholm's Consort Hall" and Concert some of the pieces and songs here were well executed by the {Jarmonts} singers and the Brass Band performed well. The Hall was crowded.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, THURSDAY 7, 1872</p> <p>The weather has moderated some what but pretty severe yet. Mother started for Oakville via Toronto, to spend a few days. Spent evening at a surprise party at J. Kleraigs No. 181st line East, about two dozen young folks, had an oyster supper and lots of fun got home at 4 o'clock in morning</p> <p>FRIDAY 8</p> <p>Was engaged in buck sawing splitting and piling stove wood. Spent evening at the Annual Soiree in John Street Presb. Church Brampton not a very large attendance, had a good practical address from Rev. Prof Inglise of Toronto on "Religion in Everyday life". A good choir led by {J.W.} Perry and Miss Jesie Morton.</p> <p>March, SATURDAY 9, 1872</p> <p>A light fall of snow last night from East, misty all day with snow and sleet. Was flailing peas have the "Golden Vines" about finished threshing. Mr Alexander Campbell Sen. brought his ? and boxes here for safe keeping for the present as ? has given up house keeping and sold the furniture.</p> <p>SUNDAY 10</p> <p>Drove cutter to S. School this morning, Mr A. Woodhall acting as Supt. Lesson, Rev V chap. {review chapter 5} J.C. Snell read an excellent letter from Mr. Millard. Mrs. Eliss Snell died on Friday night and will be burried tomorrow at Ebenezer. Heard Rev John Shaw preach to night text, II Kings IV, 26th verse. A very good discourse.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March MONDAY 11, 1872</p> <p>Spent most of the day at the wood {question}, Mrs Eliss Snell was burried today at Ebenezer. Mother arrived from her Oakville visit leaving the friends in good spirits. Went to lodge tonight in the buggy, had a full meeting and a lively one, four candidates were initiated. Received a letter from Uncle John Ferguson, he has received the cheque for $75.</p> <p>TUESDAY 12</p> <p>Stuck at it and put in a big days sawing with "Corporation Fiddle" the latest name for the buck saw, Spent evening in writing a latter to Thomas Mason it is nearly a month since I received his letter, A fine bright day and looking a little like spring.</p> <p>March, WEDNESDAY 13, 1872</p> <p>Sold to J. W. Main 42 bush of barley @ 58 cts per bush = $24.60. Mrs ? Bell died suddenly last night of a paralytic stroke leaving a daughter 2 wks old. Her death was untimely and un-expected by her, which is very sad. Spent the evening reading "Oliver Twist" one of Charles Dickens' works.</p> <p>THURSDAY 14</p> <p>Went to Brampton and bought of K.C, &amp; Co Store of which Caledonia Plaster @ $7.00 put in bags at Z.J.R. Station and drove it home on the waggon, Mailed a letter yesterday to T. Mason. Spent evening in same manner as last night.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, FRIDAY 15, 1872</p> <p>Spent the day at the wood business. Father, Mother and Viney went to Mrs Bell's funeral, Rev Mr Mackay preached was buried on 3{22} line West, she made many friends in life, that was so short. Heard Rev John Carrol preached in W.M. Vestry Text Luke XIX 24th he has a peculiar voice, is an old man.</p> <p>SATURDAY 16</p> <p>Spent the day from 6 in the morning to 6 o'clock at Robert Lowess' bee for hauling timber for a {barn} from Esquesing, had the waggon which runs very well. Mr. Alexander Campbell came here this evening, Fine bright days and frosty nights.</p> <p>March, SUNDAY 17, 1872</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning. J. C. Snell conducted the pro-ceedings _lesson_ Rev VIII, 9 to 17th verse. W.W. Carson preached in {1 min} this afternoon to a small audience. Heard him preach in the lecture room off the W.M. Church Brampton Tonight _ text_ Josiah .I.V 6th and 7th verses. A powerful appeal to the unconverted.</p> <p>MONDAY 18</p> <p>Spent the day at Sale of Stock and Household furniture of the late Erastus Bunting, a large attendance, the articles brought fair prices. The farm was leased for one year to W. Newhouse for $444, Which is a high rate. Spent evening at the lodge an interesting meeting, Dr Moore gave an interesting address.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, TUESDAY 19, 1872</p> <p>Some 6 or 8 inches of snow fell last night which is drifting furiously with a cold North Wester. Brought Mrs J. C. Snell and babies down here to spend two or 3 days. A sleigh load of us went to Brampton tonight to have Rev A. Sutherland of Toronto lecture on Temperance in New Town Hall, a large audience and an admirable lecture.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 20</p> <p>A very cold day with a strong Nor Wester wind, thermometer 5 degrees below zero. J. C. Snell staid here last night and went to Toronto this morning. Spent the day threshing crown peas. The straw is very short and cuts up a good deal with the flail. Spent evening reading "The Cold Curiosity Shop" one of Charles Dickens' Novels.</p> <p>March, THURSDAY 21, 1872</p> <p>Not so severe as yesterday but still very cold. Drove the sleigh to Brampton and brought Aunt Mrs Trueman up to dinner and tea. J.C. Snell came from Toronto was a witness on a lawsuit . J. Kleraig verses, George Miller the latter was victorious it will cost J.Kleraig considerable. J.C.Sn. and family went home tonight.</p> <p>FRIDAY 22</p> <p>Was engaged in splitting and piling stove wood. Hired James Hanson for 7 months @ $65.00to commence work on first day of April. Missis R Nichols and wife and John Woodhall and wife spent the evening here in social chat. Went to Choir Practice this evening, had a full attendance</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, SATURDAY 23, 1872</p> <p>A stormy flustering day wind in the west. Was threshing with the flail crown peas they turn out well to the bulk of straw. Took 11 bags of peas and barley down to J. W. Mains for chopping. Received from Uncle Adam an account of their Social at which they realized $140. Spent evening examining a new note book "The Silver Song" and admirable collection of songs</p> <p>SUNDAY 24</p> <p>Spent the morning at S.School J. Kleraig addressed the school on the lesson Rev XXII 10 to 17, The attendance was not large. Heard Rev W.W. Carson preach in the {Vestry}, Brampton tonight text, sets, III 19th verse, a very earnest and impressive discourse, there was a short prayer meeting of the sermons.</p> <p>March MONDAY 25, 1872</p> <p>Was engaged in splitting and piling hemlock stove wood. Old Mrs. A Campbell left here this morning for a visit on the 3rd line east. Brought home from Brampton the load of chopped grain and 1 bush of diehl wheat cracked. Spent the evening at the lodge very pleasantly, it grows larger and more interesting, an addition of 7 men tonight,</p> <p>TUESDAY 26</p> <p>Received last night a letter from Uncle Taylor stating that Aunt Anne is very ill with sore canker mouth. Was kicked on the instep with one of our horses and am {seareely???} able to walk, is swollen a good deal. Father and mother were at James Heggerts sale of funiture only bought a stand @ 30 cts. Had my coarse boots half soled by John {Cayne}</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, WEDNESDAY 27, 1872</p> <p>My foot is some better but not able to do any work, the application of {#} tincture of Arnica has relieved it considerable. Finished reading the "Old curiosity Shop" some parts of the book are very nice but the {quarter?} part is nonsense and not at all elevating to the mind. The weather during the past two days has taken a change, is quite warm and thawing fast.</p> <p>THURSDAY 28</p> <p>Snow fell steadily and fast all day to the amount of 6 or 8 inches. Sold 22 bush wheat to J.W. Main @ $1.25 = $27.50. Was helping at white washing in the house. Spent evening at Dr Moore's lecture "Memories of New York" as one of W.M. Choir in New Town Hall. The lecture was chiefly able criticisms on the prominent {Divines?} and head men of that city.</p> <p>March, FRIDAY 29, 1872</p> <p>A fine bright warm day , snow disappearing as fast as it came yesterday. Spent the day in papering the walls of the dining room with a handsome lilac paper, a neat flower with elongated diamond shaped groundwork and traceries with a richly coloured bordering next to the ceiling. A famous Strike among the printers of Toronto for higher wages and only 9 hours labour per day is causing some excitement and delay in the issue of the newspaper.</p> <p>SATURDAY 30 Finished threshing the crown peas this forenoon. Was engaged in papering the walls of the kitchen with a somewhat similar pattern to the ones in the dining room, it helps the appearance. Another snow storm from the East is starting this evening.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>March, SUNDAY 31, 1872</p> <p>About one foot of snow fell last night, is raining steadily nearly all day, encrusting all the trees and shrubs with a thick layer of ice. On account of the weather, staid at home all day passed the time in reading good books and music. Miss Sarah Peacock is here since Last night on a visit and is storm staid until tomorrow.</p> <p>April, MONDAY 1, 1872</p> <p></p> <p>Drove Miss S. Peacock to Brampton in the sleigh and received a latter from Aunt Jennie in Missouri. except Viney and I all the folks spent the day visiting at Mr John Snell's. Spent evening at the Temple, had a large attendance over 150 members, had some choice readings and an essay by Bro J. J. Bunting on Temperance and some music.</p> <p>April, TUESDAY 2, 1872</p> <p><br /> Cleaned up the crown peas 17 1/2 bush would have more but some have been fed and wasted, they are pretty large peas. Had a look around John Snell's splendid Stock they are all in high condition and reflect great credit on the owner for his skill and attention to them. A social in New Town Hall for "John street S. School". Realized about $60. by selling a pound cake.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 3</p> <p>It takes nearly all my time in paying attention to the stock at this season especially the sheep a fine shearling here died to day. have now 22 lambs of which there are only two pairs of twine. Started making at plank trough for watering the cattle at the yard. pump the old trough is worn gout. A very hard frost tonight.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, THURSDAY 4, 1872</p> <p>Finished constructing the water trough, it is 11 ft-long, 14 inch wide &amp; 10 inch deep fitted in a scantling frame tightened with oak wedges, joints fitted with white lead. Finished the house cleaning and white washing gave the under part of kitchen stoop not a coat of whitewash which helps to make the kitchen lighter. Spent evening writing a letter to Aunt Jennie.</p> <p>FRIDAY 5</p> <p>Received a letter from Aunt Mary Mason stating that the Winter out there has been a very cold and protracted one. Went to Brampton tonight and heard Rev {Marly} Benson lecture in W.M. Church on " Across the Contin-ent" an ellegant and graphic account of a trip to California on the "Vision Pacific R. Railroad", he has a musical rich voice and great powers of description he is only a young man.</p> <p>April, SATURDAY 6, 1872</p> <p>A sudden thaw started yesterday which has raised old {Etobicoke} very high overspreading the whole flats, {clocked} up with immense cakes of ice 2 ft-in thickness. it is an intensely dark night a heavy mist and no moonshine. A very warm day, engaged in choring around and fixing up things for the coming spring.</p> <p>SUNDAY 7</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning in the buggy in company with 3 of my sisters John Kleraig addressed the school on the lesson _ II Kings II chap, 19 to 25, a small attendance because of bad roads. Commenced raining about noon and lasts until night. Spent the remainder of the day at home on account of sudden indisposition.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, MONDAY 8, 1872</p> <p>am somewhat on the sick list yet and not doing much today. James Hanson commenced work here today is engaged for 7 months @ $65.00. Spent the evening at the lodge or temple had a good meeting and a lively debate about our duty as good Templars. to use an influence to prevent {Grain} stove getting license to sell Whisky. Rev W.W. Carson resigned his connection with the lodge, he is leaving Brampton.</p> <p>TUESDAY 9</p> <p>Sold "Coral Prince" 18 months old to Mr Carson of chinguacousy@ $125. he gave a promissory note here in nine months from present date. Had a short visit from Mr John Jones. Took dinner and had a look around at our livestock. Spent evening at home reading a very nice tale "The Lamplighter". It was a warm day for the reason the snow is nearly all gone.</p> <p>April, WEDNESDAY 10, 1872</p> <p>Had a short call from James Crawford, is now Agent for D.W. Beadle's new work on Horticulture. got up in handsome style and sold out {might be a second at} at a high price. Viney and I heard W.S.. Capper's Farewell lecture tonight, Brampton "Beware of the Dog In Temperance" it contained some very good ideas in-terspersed with lively anecdotes. There was a pretty large audience.</p> <p>THURDSAY 11</p> <p>Seeded with red clover seed the 10 acre of winter wheat across the creek, 10 lbs to acre, the ground is pretty soft the lower frost not yet being out. Commenced the fencing operation today of which there is a great deal to be done because of the high winds during the past winter. A bright warm beautiful day. The roads drying fast.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, FRIDAY 12, 1872</p> <p>Considerable has fallen through the day. Was busy all forenoon in the {unsure} the sheep, it helps their appearance a great deal. Went to Brampton Post tonight and received all the weekly papers, also a letter from Jaime Dixon to Viney, stating that her mother is nearly blind.</p> <p>SATURDAY 13</p> <p>Finished up he flail pea threshing yesterday, Threshed a few early peas for seed. Was putting down old fences and assorting the rails and making a new gate. Spent the evening at J. C. Snell's in social chat until ten o'clock . promises a pretty hard frost tonight.</p> <p>April, SUNDAY 14, 1872</p> <p>Spent the forenoon at S.School J. Kleraig addressing the scholars in the lesson II Kings II, 19 to 25, rather a slim attendance. Prayer and class meeting at Lion this afternoon, the minister disappointing. Heard Rev Mr {Gough} preach in Brampton tonight text Luke XVI 6 to 9th verse, He is successor to Rev W. W. Carson who is now preaching in Toronto.</p> <p>MONDAY 15</p> <p>Kept as a public holiday throughout the Dominion are a day of Thanksgiving for the Prince of Wales recovery from a very severe attack of Typhoid fever. Rev O.G. Collamore of the M;E, Church preached in W.M. Church, Brampton Tonight. Spent the evening at the Lodge. there were 3 initiated one of them Rev IW Thompson of P.M. Church {Quilt?} a hard frost tonight and very windy.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, TUESDAY 16, 1972</p> <p>Mr William Carson came and took away to his home, "Coral Prince". Was engaged in building fence below the orchard meadow on the Etobicoke Bluffs. Bought 105 lbs of fence galvanized hinge @ $ 5.20, and 1 1/2 bush of Early Rose Potatoes @ $1.00 per bush. Spent evening reading, S. School library.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 17 Sowed broadcast 1 ton of white plaster on the two meadow fields containing 22 acres, it is a nasty job, the plaster enters your eyes and nose, mouth and ears, is very uncomfortable feeling. Father went to a Railroad meeting in Edmonton which was in favor of the Credit Valley Railroad. Brought home an iron plow, has unit a new "walker" still bound and new sole and share.</p> <p>April, THURSDAY 18, 1872</p> <p>This is my twenty first birthday having got beyond the period of what the "cauf" calls infancy, I shall need to put away childish things and try and think and act like a man. Was brushing the meadow with the top of a large red plum tree, for {lossen?} the ground around the grass roots tried the harrow first but through in too severe, it tore up some of the roots.</p> <p>FRIDAY 19</p> <p>Had a litter of eleven Berkshire yesterday from the old cow. Commenced plowing clover sod field (North) the ground is very mellow some of the neighbours have been plowing about a week. Had the second team rolling the meadow. Spent the evening at Temperance Reunion in New Town Hall had songs by misses Chisholm &amp; Morton (over)</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, SATURDAY 20, 1872</p> <p>And excellent readings by Prof Lafferty of Guelph and J. Hughes of Toronto. Had a crowded house. Sowed 9 1/2 acres of black oats on "other place" back field and gave it one stroke with harrow. Mrs J. C. Snell and babies spent the day here. Received from Carthage two papers "Carthage Banner" and the "Missing News".</p> <p>SUNDAY 21</p> <p>Walked up to S. School this morning Rev Jas Brooks addressed the school on the _ lesson_ II Kings IV 1 to 7. an average attendance. Had a heavy shower this evening, got a good soaking coming from church Brampton, Rev John Shaw preach text_Luke XVIII 13th verse a very pointed and practical addresses They are now holding Special services there.</p> <p>April, MONDAY 22, 1872</p> <p>WAS engaged in plowing sod. the hard frost last night makes it harder work both for man and beast. Spent the evening at the lodge, was a member of a trio committee to investigate three cases of brothers charged with violating the pledge had to adjourn for a week for want of evidence to give them a fair trial.</p> <p>TUESDAY 23</p> <p>had quite a snow storm today evening the ground once more with a white mantle, but it even disappeared with a heavy fall of rain. Was pruning the young orchard they are very thrifty looking trees. do not require much pruning they have such a dense growth of roots that they can bear a heavy top.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, WEDNESDAY 24, 1872</p> <p>The Country Aztec Society's Show of horses and cattle took place at Brampton and was well attended, the show of horses was good, not so many Short Horn's present as usual. Mr Hugh Clark showed a Jersey yearling Bull. Spent the day in plowing sod and consequently was not at the show. Spent evening reading "Marie Monk"</p> <p>THURSDAY 25</p> <p>Because of the frost and rain have not been able to finish the oat field until now, harrowed and run out the furniture, it is still quite wet on the low ground. seeded it with clover and Timothy 125 lbs. Was rolling the fall wheat on "other place" it looks bad. Very warm all day. Put the sheep out for a few hours on the fields.</p> <p>April, FRIDAY 26, 1872</p> <p>Rolled the winter wheat which is across there Etobicoke it has rather a better appearance than the other field but it rather above show for a cook. Was at John Snell’s an hour or two this afternoon looking at the stock. Received from Danborn &amp; Co Toronto, per express 12 lbs of orchard grass @ $2.50</p> <p>SATURDAY 27</p> <p>Sowed barley in the little orchard and seeded it with a bush. orchard grass and 30 lbs of clover and Timothy Received from Mr Hamilton of Tullamore. 28 apple trees 3 years old (varieties) Wagner 4 red Hilzenburg 2, Roxbury Russel 4 Golden Russel 4. Fox whelp 4, Early Harvest 1. Paid $3.00 on account.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>April, SUNDAY 28, 1872</p> <p>Spent the morning at S. School Rev W. Millard present as a viisitor lesson II Kings IV, 18 to 26th it was quite a treat to have our old Supt. to explain the lesson and illustrate it on the blackboard. Went to Brampton tonight heard Rev John Shaw preach text, Mark VIII 36 &amp; 37th verses. They are now holding special services there and a good many are being converted.</p> <p>MONDAY 29</p> <p>Sowed 14 bush of barley on 5 1/2 ounces of plowing cultivated it twice before sowing. Spent the evening at the Lodge the charges against {?} Martin and Mitch-ell we both sustained they will be reprimandid by W.C. Templar the elections of officers for next quarter. was elected to office of W. Marshall. Brought a new straw hat for everyday wear @ 25 cts.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>Was sowing peas on the plowed sod, sowed 8 bush crown peas pure 11 bush of mixed crown and golden vines, they harrow in beautifully the ground being very mellow. The last Lamb of the season arrived this morning. have now 27 allotted of hearty strong lambs. quite cool tonight.</p> <p>FRIDAY 3</p> <p>Had a very cold rainstorm this forenoon. Mr G. Hamilton from Tullamore brought the remaining 16 apple trees &amp; each of Northern Spy and Rhode Island Evening. {Card?} him the balance of money for them $3.00. Finished plowing sod and sowing peas {illegible} Went to Brampton tonight and recei-ved a letter from Aunt Jennie, Carthage.</p> <p>May, SATURDAY 4 , 1872</p> <p>Visited J.E. Wood's Barber Shop last evening and my locks sheared. Finished harrowing and running the furrows on the pea field also put on some No 12 Galvanized wire on the fence stakes on south side of Etobicoke lane. the weather is cool for this season quite severe frost at night.</p> <p>SUNDAY 5</p> <p>Heard Rev Joel Briggs of Georgetown preach this morning at Brampton Heartley meeting text_Matt.V. 16th verse, there was a large turnout from all parts of the circuit and we had an excellent meeting. Took dinner at Mrs {Tremenie's} with Sawson Modelard . Heard Rev John Shaw preach tonight text Rev. XX, 12th. the prayer meeting was largely attended and many earnest seekers.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, MONDAY 6, 1872</p> <p>Finished the spring seeding of oats, barley and peas last Saturday, before the great majority of our neighbours, and in good time. Was rebuilding the fences over the cruck between W. Newboure and us also at the foot of the lane to confine the sheep to the woods and give the grass on the flats field a chance to grow. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Installation of the New Offices for the current Quarter (was performed by Bro C. Y. Moore. M.D.) took place, one more joined the Lodge.</p> <p></p> <p>TUESDAY 7</p> <p>Bro J.J. Bunting is W.C. Templar and Sister Jemima Stewart W.V. Templar. Was engaged in hauling manure on the field in front of the house, drew 14 loads and scattered it off the waggon on the on the poorest spots of ground. Had the other team following the same field into ridges 22 ft wide. The weather yesterday &amp; today has been very warm. the willows are just shooting forth their leaves and the early apple trees.</p> <p>May, WEDNESDAY 8, 1872</p> <p>Old Mr Peter Chisholm died on the 6th and was buried today in Brampton he was a member of Rev J. Pringles Church and one of the first settlers aged 76 years. Washed the sheep 27 in Etobicoke this forenoon , the water was pretty warm but only about 2 1/2 ft deep. Hauled out 1 {crade} of manure. Rev Mauly Benson preached a power-ful sermon in Brampton last night.</p> <p>THURSDAY 9</p> <p>Had a short visit yesterday from Miss Sarah Peacock. Was engaged today in plowing with two teams in the fallow hold, the ground is getting quite hard, plowed 3 1/4 acres. A very high west wind prevailed very warm and dry. The barley and oats are up finely and growing fast. Spent evening reading "The Lives of Great Men" by "Smiles".</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, FRIDAY 10, 1872</p> <p>Drew out 14 more loads of manure on the fallow. It is very early in the season to be working at the fallow,a great many are busy sowing yet. Miss Susie Campbell spent evening here in friendly chat and pleasant conversation.</p> <p>SATURDAY 11</p> <p>Was plowing with the team in the fallow. Father &amp; mother went to Brampton to J.B. Mgurn's Sale by Auction of Household furniture most of the articles sold at full value, bought a small Sett Thomas' Alarm clock @ $2.00 and a new iron tea kettle @ $1.25</p> <p>May, SUNDAY 12, 1872</p> <p>Dawson Mudeland came up this morning and accompanied us to S. School, Keraig who is now Supt. was present _lesson_II Kings, V, 1 to 7, Took dinner and spent the afternoon at J.C. Snell's. Rev Mr Gotte preached at Zion this afternoon and took tea here this morning. heard him preach at Brampton tonight _text_Amos , IV 12th verse. The protracted meetings were closed tonight.</p> <p>MONDAY 13</p> <p>Was shearing sheep all day and completed the job, 27 in number reckon there will be about 200 lbs. the sheep look well after shearing are in good order. Spent the evening at the "safeguard Lodge" and accomplished my official duties for the first time with considerable nervousness, five more were added to our number.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, TUESDAY 14, 1872</p> <p>Was plowing with both teams and have the field nearly turned over. J.C. Snell, wife and family took dinner and tea here. this day 4 years ago being their wedding day, great changes hath "Old father Time" wrought since that period and several of the little company they assembled here are scattered far wide over the United States.</p> <p>WENESDAY 15</p> <p>Finished plowing the fallow, sowed 3 acres of it across the lower end with oats, intended for pasturage if there is enough rain, The weather is warm and very dry. Started cross plowing the potato and turnip ground , it is very mellow and in prime order. Old Mrs John Mudeland came here on a visit.</p> <p>May, THURSDAY 16, 1872 Finished the cross plowing of the root ground scarcely 3 1/2 acres. Old Mrs J.M or as we familiarly call her Aunt Betsy is smart &amp; lively and very talkative for a woman of her age 77 years, she talks mostly about things which took place 40 &amp; 50 years ago, accounts of which she can give in full de-tail. The leaves in the woods are just coming out, rather earlier than usual.</p> <p>FRIDAY 17 Turned the cattle on to the grass yesterday for the first. Was preparing the ground and making the drills for potato planting . Spent afternoon in Brampton and brought a new felt hat "style Mints" @ $2.00 and a blue silk {craval?} also ordered a new suit of dark grey {turend} @ R. C. &amp; Co's. Brought 1/2 lbs of arsenic ambrosia and Bannister @ 23 cts.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, SATURDAY 18, 1872</p> <p>Was hauling manure from horse stable and spreading in potato drills. Planted 1/2 bush of each Early White &amp; Early Goodrich, 2 1/2 bush of Early Rose, 3 1/2 bush {Gleasons}, and 5 bush of gourmet chilies total 12 bush in 15 drills 42 rods long, the potatoes have all cut into two or more pieces before planting Alex Campbell Sen. came here last night and was helping us today.</p> <p>SUNDAY 19</p> <p>Rained mot of last night quite fast and most of today, giving the face of the earth a very fresh lively appearance. Spent the day at home reading and music. Walked to Brampton tonight to W.M. Church heard Rev W Goff preach, Text, James I chap and last verse, the sermon contained some good practical advice.</p> <p>May, MONDAY 20, 1872</p> <p>Dissolved 1/2 lb of Arsenic in 7 pails of water and immersed in the solution 26 spring lambs (excepting their heads) 13 of each sex, for to kill the ticks. Was rebuilding fence across in the side of Etobicoke. Spent the evening at Safeguard Temple No 350, had a pleasant meeting, two initiated. Splendid moonlight night. Bought of Mr Dale 1 dry {hophy?} Tomato plants for transplanting.</p> <p>TUESDAY 21</p> <p>Turned the stock into the flats for the fried trim this season, horses, cattle and sheep the grass is now growing rapidly. Planted 2 bush of Garnet chili's total 1 bush of this variety and two drills of corn and pumpkin seed each drill 40 rods long. The apple blossoms are just coming out; the peas and plums are in full bloom.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, WEDNESDAY 22, 1872</p> <p>Drove the team and was gon over to 2nd line East NO 12 and put on a load of choice evergreens about 3or 4 ft high, cedar nearly all a few balsam, spruce, pine and tamarack. Took them off the roadside. brought them home and planted in the form of an hedge on the N.W. side of small orchard, close beside the fence. Rained steadily all afternoon.</p> <p>THURSDAY 23</p> <p>Took the same route as yesterday and brought home a similar load and with help of a few hemlocks finished the hedge 7 rods in length mulched with sand and forest leaves. Went to Brampton tonight and bought home my saw tweed suit. costing $20.00, Bought some maple sugar and oranges for to morrows {engagement }</p> <p>May, FRIDAY 24, 1872</p> <p>Spent the forenoon fishing with hook and hook and line in the Etobicoke was not very successful. Spent afternoon and evening at Mr W. Elliot's (No10) playing croquet with a few friends, a very nice game but frequent showers made it disagreeable and slippery under foot. the Township S. School Convention was held in Lion at 2 PM very poorly attended. J. C. Snell and family took dinner and tea here.</p> <p>SATURDAY 25</p> <p>the fine showers of this week are making things grow very fast, the spring grain (but for the ravages of the wine worm) looks very well for this season of the year. Was engaged in repairing fences and training and plastering to stakes with basswood bark the young apple tree sold to John Woodhall two ewes @ $7 each.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, SUNDAY 26, 1872</p> <p>Walked up to S. School, this morning, J.C. Snell conducted the exercises and A. Woodhall addressed the school, lesson II Kings V chap 20 to 27th . Heard Rev John Shaw preach tonight in Brampton Text I Kings 17 to 40 verses inclusive, a very good sermon full of sound argument and practical advice and solemn warning to those who neglect their soul's best interest.</p> <p>MONDAY 27 Was engaged in replacing fences on the flats and along the centre Road in which fence there are a good many notices rotten nails replaced those by new ones. Spent the evening at the Lodge had excellent readings from Dr. Moore , R.W. Craig, A. Golding and others making the meeting pleasant and profitable had our initiations Tonight.</p> <p>May, TUESDAY 28, 1872</p> <p>Two heavy thunder storms yesterday with some hail, in Brampton they had a severe hail storm which destroyed a great many outdoor plants and a good many window panes. the ground was covered with hail stones as large as marbles. Commenced the statue labor on the Centre Road, had a team and plow and two hands, J. Learment is Pathmaster. Quite cool today.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 29</p> <p>Was at the same work this fore-noon as yesterday with same tools and hands. they are drawing gravel this afternoon from Bunting's pit repairing the road below No 10. The weather is rather cool, which is checking vegetation somewhat. The apple here are for full bloom a good prospect for plenty of apples.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>May, THURSDAY 30, 1872</p> <p>Was tearing down and rebuilding fence on Etobicoke Heights next the woods, on the lower end of turnip ground. Rolled the oats {soune)in the summer fallow, are up nicely and look well. Our folks spent most of the day at J. C. Snell's. Sarah Peacock received a letter from her mother last night also a money package sent by Express containing &amp;100 greenbacks more than half of it is for Mr. Hindle.</p> <p>FRIDAY 31</p> <p>Finished up our share of the statue labour 8 1/2 days, which is 1 1/2 more than usual, 2 1/2 dys on the 25 acres, and I on the hundred. J. C. Snell and family took tea here this evening. Spent the evening in Brampton at Choir practice, the first we have had for nearly 2 months, not a full attend-ance.</p> <p>June, SATURDAY 1, 1872</p> <p>Was engaged in building fence and staking the cedar fence next the pea field. Put a new pine 1 1/2 inch floor in the stoop on the South side of kitchen. J. C. Snell was in Toronto today and changed the $100 Amer. Currency into Canadian money $91.87 1/2. A railroad meeting at Edmonton this evening for the C.V.R .Road was well attended and kept up until a late hour.</p> <p>SUNDAY 2</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning , Supt. pres. lesson. II Kings VI 8 to 1. Rev Jas Brooks addressed the school. Spent afternoon at Brampton. W. M. S. School the same lesson as this morning the bible class is very interesting with A Morton as teacher took tea at Aunt Lizzie's heard Rev Mr Tovell preach to night-text-Proverbs XIII chap 17th</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, MONDAY 3, 1872</p> <p>Was clearing the rubbish from the back yard and paving part of it with flag stones. &amp;c, &amp;c, Spent the evening at the Lodge, took down there a sweet smelling boquet of lilacs and honey sinckle for the W.V.T's stand, the "Hafegard Chronicle" was edited by J. M. Reid and was lively and interesting a reading by W. C. Templar called "The Devil and the Liquor Seller".</p> <p>TUESDAY 4</p> <p>Completed the fencing next the bush have staked and built about 200 rods this season. Had a smart shower this morning from N.W. and a slight drizzle nearly all day from North the temperature is quite cool. Received a post card from Haggert Bros. telling us that our machine is finished and ready for removal . Spent evening playing the melodeon.</p> <p>June, WEDNESDAY 5, 1872</p> <p>Was repairing the Wiggins linefence and clearing up the peices of old nails putting them in a pile on the flats and burned them this evening. The Railway Bylaw is now the absorbingQuesion is to be decided by the next Monday and will be a close vote.</p> <p>THURSDAY 6</p> <p>Was plowing and scraping in the lane leading to Etobicoke with team {turnpiking} it slightly, went over it all with the shovels and rounded up neatly making a very good job allowing a fine course for the water. Spent the evening and staid all night at J.C. Snell's. J. Snell &amp; Sons have sent to the old country for some more live stocks by their man Batterfidd.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, FRIDAY 7, 1872</p> <p>A wet day raining steadily from the S. E. and very misty. Spent the day leisurely, churning and some other light jobs. Spent the evening at Brampton at Choir Practice members of the Choir not all present another voice in the Bass. (Mr Thomas White Cabinet maker) Spent on hour profitably in Machanics Reading Room.</p> <p>SATURDAY 8</p> <p>Was engaged this forenoon in pack-ing up and fixing the wool for market, about 210 lbs. Went to Brampton this afternoon, had a chat with Alick Campbell he is in good health and spirits, Bought from Haggert Bros. a new Combined Reaper and mower, brought it home today $ 120 and the old machine in the first October next to be paid.</p> <p>June, SUNDAY 9, 1872</p> <p>Had a very heavy thunder storm at 4 o'clock this morning. Drove the buggy up to S. School. Supt. Pres., lesson III Kings VII 1 to 11th verses, Miss Mary Snell one of Female teachers has been confined to the house with sickness for 8 months was at school for the first time. J. C. Snell and family took tea here this evening. Heard Rev Mr {Gotte} preach tonight, text, Genesis XXXII last six verses of chap.</p> <p>MONDAY 10</p> <p>Was engaged in setting gate posts and hanging a gate on the centre Road leading out of the N. West field opposite the other place gate. The vote on By Law for "Bonus" for Credit Valley R. Road was taken today for this county, was lost by minority of over 200 votes (Bonus was $80000, Spent evening at the Lodge , the Chronicle was edited by A. Morton, very Creditably done. One initiation.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, TUESDAY 11, 1872</p> <p>Paid $50 to Haggert Bros on reaper. Paid $50 to K.C. &amp; Co on account. Was rebuilding line fence next to John Woodhall, 9 rails high and locked across the corners. Had a heavy thunder storm yesterdy with some hail and showing most of the day. Sold the wool 211 lbs yesterday to K.C, &amp; Co @ 53 cts per lb.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 12 Completed our share of the Woodhall line fence about 3-9 rods, our farm is 124 rods wide across the back end about 6 rods of line fence between us and Henry Carter. The Volunteers of 36th Battalion started to day for Niagra to put in their arrival drill of 16 days, the private received 15 cts per day and rations, the officers getting better pay according to position.</p> <p>June, THURSDAY 13, 1872 Commenced harrowing and cultivating the turnip ground, was stopped by rain from, West, which lasted until evening. All vegetation is now making rapid strides and their is every prospect of a beautiful harvest. Was engaged early this evening in firing at a mark with bullets out of a shotgun, it carries them trueand very strong.</p> <p>FRIDAY 14</p> <p>Father went to Toronto on 9.20 AM train and ought Sarah's ticket for Missouri costing $21.00. Spent evening at Choir Practice a goodly attendence but the leader Mr. Perry, absent. Mr A. J. Campbell came her to night on a visit, it is nearly a year since he was here before at that time his lamented wife was with him. He is a young looking widow.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, SATURDAY 15, 1872 Was engaged in cultivating turnip ground. A. J. Campbell went home to day. Sarah &amp; Jennie Viney and I went to J. W. Cole's Photograph Gallery this afternoon and had an ambrotype talker of the group, was not very well done, it being rather too late in the day. The weather is quite cool, with a shower almost everyday. Seven window panes in Zion church were broken tonight by some mischievous {?}</p> <p>SUNDAY 16 Went to S. School this morning. Supt. Pres. lesson II Kings XX 1 to 10 verse, quite a large attendance. Sarah and Jennie Peacock, Viney and I drove over to J. C. Snell's and took dinner and tea. Heard Rev John Hunt of Aurora preach in Brampton to night text Luke XIX 42 to 44, a very good sermon. Rev J. Shaw was present , has just come home from conference at Montreal.</p> <p>June, MONDAY 17, 1872 Commenced drilling up the turnip ground, drills rather more than 30 inches a part. Sowed with hand drill immediately after plowing. Sowed Improved Purple Top seeds. Spent the evening at the lodge not a large attendance, had lively discussions on certain points of law, safeguard Chronicle was edited by C. Y. Moore, humorous and interesting. Sowed 6 1/2 lbs of turnip seed on 2 5/8 acres.</p> <p>TUESDAY 18</p> <p>Sarah peacock started for Missouri this morning. Finished drilling and sowing turnip seed. Sold to H. C. &amp; Co 46 1/2 bush of wheat (Diehl) @ $1.45 cts per bush. A large fire in Brampton Dr Heggies house and stable and Rev J. Pringle's stable, The Wesleyan Church had a narrow escape, it took fire twice but was saved by the exertions of the fireman. A very warm day.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, WEDNESDAY 19, 1872</p> <p>Commenced cross plowing the fallow (in front of the house) it is in good order turning up quite mellow, The weather has turned suddenly to intense heat, the mercury rising to 90 degrees in the shade. Spent evening at house, a beautiful moonlight night.</p> <p>THURDAY 20 Was at the same work as yesterday with both teams. It is warmer than it was yesterday the sun has great power, when plowing in a fallow. The barley is just shooting out in head also the fall wheat is coming out but not very evenly.</p> <p>June, FRIDAY 21, 1872</p> <p>the heat this morning was very oppressive but this evening is some cooler the wind springing up from the North. Spent evening at Choir Practice in W.M. Church. had a moonlight chat with J.J. Bunting about Temperance Affairs generally quite a number of Brampton people are spending a day or two at Niagara Camp watching the movements and evolutions of the volunteers.</p> <p>SATURDAY 22</p> <p>Completed the cross plowing about 1 1/2 acres. Spent the forenoon in Brampton at J.W. Coles Gallery of Art. Sat for another negative the former one being discharged by the intense heat of the past few days. Mailed a letter to Aunt Jennie enclosing the pictures of little Mary and Johnnie Snell.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, SUNDAY 23, 1872</p> <p>Went to S. School this morning. Supt. Pres. lesson II Kings XXIV 10 to 18th. The melodeonist Mr Hening Snell is absent more than half the Sabbaths through sickness, at which times I take his place. Rev John Shaw preached at Zion at 2 1/2 PM and took tea here this evening. Heard rev Mr Reid of meatford preach in W.M. Church Brampton at 1 PM, text II Corinthians VIII, chap, 9th verse.</p> <p>MONDAY 24 Was rebuilding the fence on the N. end of the little orchard just outside the cedar ledge. Spent evening at the Lodge, one initiation had some interesting readings. walked over to J.C. Snell's after arriving from Brampton about 11:30 PM when I arrived there instead starting to morrow morning for Pickering.</p> <p>June, TUESDAY 25, 1872 misses. J. R. Craig, J. C. Snell, J.G. Snell and myself started in a spring waggon at 3 o'clock A.M. for Pickering to attend a large sale of short Arm Cattle belonging to John Bell. it was noon when we got to the end of our journey, and just in time for the commencing of the sale, a large number of men present. several form the U. States.</p> <p>WEDNESDAY 26 Had a very pleasant journey yesterday we started for home at 6 o'clock last night and got home just at day break this morning. Very tired and sleepy , The distance is about 45 miles. Had a jolly ride home, Mr Craig kept the company laughing by telling amusing stories. The township of Markham and Pickering are the handsomest and best in the Province of Ontario.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>June, THURSDAY 27, 1872</p> <p>Went to Brampton this morning brought up to the Steam Grist Mill a grist of 19 bush wheat ground into flower and bran and 3 bags of barley and peas chopped. Drove up to Willow Lodge about noon to J. Snell &amp; Sons Auction Sale of short Horns and Berkshire (I acted as clerk, W.W. Roe auctioning) There was a large crowd of persons pres, short Horns brought good prices, 16 head.</p> <p>FRIDAY 28 brought $4.400, the most of them go to Iowa. Berkshires sold dull scarcely any demand. Spent this forenoon in the woods, cutting and hauling up to barnyard 4 {leavy} for haymour and a long rafter for sheep house roof. Spent evening at Choir Practice. The {Golontons} returned from Niagara yesterday in good spirits. The weather is exceedingly warm.</p> <p>June, SATURDAY 29, 1872</p> <p>Drove over to Stewarts Saw Mill in Esquesing and brought home 900 ft of Culled inch lumber and 100 ft of culled plank paid for total $4.00, it was a very cheap load. The roads are good, but very very dusty, have had no rain for over two weeks, The thermometer going about 85 degrees night and day.</p> <p>SUNDAY 30 Went to S. School this morning Supt. Pres. lesson, a review of the last 2 (acter's} lessons, comprising twelve lessons, all in II Kings Heard rev John Shaw preach in Brampton tonight - text- Acts X, 29th verse. Today has been exceedingly hot, one feels the heat more severely on Sundays.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>Spent the afternoon at Brampton seeing a lacrosse match between 2nd travelers Ontario's of Toronto and Excelsion's of this town, the latter were victorious in 3 straight games. There were some splendid foot races. Spent evening at concert in Chisholm Hall given by P.M. Church for their S. School, the singing was excellent and readings by J. C. Craig and M. Punchon Jr. A very hot day.</p> <p>TUESDAY 2 Was engaged all day in mowing with scythe the grass around the grain fields, must not let any hay go to waste as the meadows are short. Put a new inch floor in the hay loft oven. the sheep house . The fall wheat and barley crops are filling rapidly the oats just coming out in head.</p> <p>July, WEDNESDAY 3, 1872</p> <p>Started mowing with the machine in the orchard field, the {mortiser} makes clean work except some short wire grass. Old Mr R. Rossitch died on Monday and was buried to day at Brampton Cemetery aged 72 yrs. he was only sick 4 or 5 days but suffered a great deal of pain. Had a small thunder shower this evening, the first rain for 3 weeks.</p> <p>THURSDAY 4 Father took a small lot of wool up to Grahams Factory, Caledon. For carding into rolls. Had a team harrowing the summer fallow. Commenced thinning out the turnips, are not up very even in the drills because of the dry weather. Was horse raking and drew in one load of hay.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>July, FRIDAY 5, 1872 Drew in the fence side hay from "other place" and around the fall wheat, 2 small loads. Cut some more grass with machine have about 1 acres mown Mrs John Snell and Mrs J.C. Snell were here visiting this afternoon. sold yesterday to J.C. Snell 4 Berks two of each sex@$10 each and 6 ewe lambs at $15 each.</p> <p></p> <p>SATURDAY 6 Received a latter from Uncle Adain, he is in very poor health they are in then midst if wheat harvest. Was heavily in hay all afternoon, have 10 loads in tonight, the quality is good, very fine and packs close in the mow. W. Carson came for the Berks. Sow pig.</p> <p>July, SUNDAY 7, 1872 Went to S. School this morning Supt, Pres - lesson _ Rom. V 1 to 10. Heard Rev Mr Scott preach at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M/ text II Kings V 12th verse. he is the junior minister for the next year and seems to be a very good preacher. Heard same minister and same sermon in Brampton tonight. Mr J.J. Bunting and Miss S. A. Downing were married on 1st July.</p> <p>MONDAY Mowed some 4 acres this afternoon and drew in 3 loads of it this evening, it is so dryed by the heat before cutting that it is almost ready to rake as soon as it is cut. Spent evening at the Lodge, was late in getting there for the first time this quarter, had a very pleasant meeting. lively speeches and interesting readings</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>July, TUESDAY 9, 1872 Finished mowing the 15 acre field and have it all raked up, brought in 3 more loads this afternoon. The weather is somewhat cooler but keeps very dry, the thermometer ranging about 80 degrees.</p> <p><br /> WEDNESDAY 10 Completed drawing in the hay off the orchard field just about 20 loads of hay of first quality. Spent evening at Ebenezer at a meeting of teachers and senior scholars to study next Sunday's lesson and to practice some new pieces of music out of the "Organ" also for prayer there were 13 present.</p> <p>July, THURSDAY 11, 1872 Commenced cutting with the mower the 7 acre meadow next Mr D. Wiggins, act over 5 acres and horse raked and cocked it up, it being pretty ripe, did not require much drying. Had the first mess of new Early Rose potatoes for dinner yesterday, small but very sweet. FRIDAY 12 Completed the mowing of hay for this season and raked up the remainder of the field. Hauled in 3 small loads of hay this afternoon. it is fine and sweet, will make excellent fodder. frying hot this forenoon, some cooler this evening.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>July, SATURDAY 13, 1872 Finished the hay harvest this evening. Was drawing in all day have nearly 10 loads off this last field making a total of fully 30 loads of hay for this season excepting a little at the {fore} pat of the haying it is all harvested without a drop of rain to injure it.</p> <p>SUNDAY 14 Spent the morning in searching for a cow and did not get to S. School, Father and Emma were at S. School, lesson, Rom VIII, 6 to 18, J. C. Snell and family were here this afternoon and took tea. Heard Rev Mr Scott preach tonight - text- {Hebrews} XII 28th verse. A very very warm day.</p> <p>July, MONDAY 15, 1872 Spent the morning in fitting up the reaper changing it from the mower. Was picking cherries this afternoon, they are smaller than usual this season owing to the dry weather. Spent evening at the Lodge not a large attendance, one initiation and some short readings. Received a letter from John Mason.</p> <p>TUESDAY 16 Joseph White started wok here this morning, hired for 1 month @ $28.00. Commenced harvest by cutting barley it is not very ripe, and very light in weight. Had a fine shower at noon, was hoeing and thinning turnips. they have not come up evenly, not more than 1/4 of the seed has grown.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>July, WEDNESDAY 17, 1872 Was cutting and binding barley it is not pleasant work binding it the beards are so troublesome. Started cross plowing, the thistles have gown a good deal since last plowing. Spent evening at Ebenezer Bible Class had a very nice meeting and profitable. Mrs Freeman of Brampton came in last night to spend the rest of the week here.</p> <p><br /> THURSDAY 18 Very rainy looking this morning but it cleaned off after a light shower. Cut with the cradle about 1/2 acres of fall wheat on the hill side, it is both rusty and midgey. a poor prospect for half are average field. Mrs J. C. Snell and children were here all day. The women folks of the house were making a very handsome coverlet.</p> <p>July, FRIDAY 19, 1872 Was cross plowing with both teams. Cradled the remainder of the barley in orchard and bound it. The folks were visiting at J.C. Snell's and berry picking. Drove Mrs Freeman home tonight was at Choir practice a good attendance and we had a good sing. Received a letter from Janice Dixon, Amaranth, her mother is nearly blind, her eyes have been affected for a good while.</p> <p>SATURDAY 20 Was cutting some more wheat with cradle and making roads for the reaper. Went to Brampton to attend a mass meeting of Reformers this evening. Hon. A. McKenzie and Hon Mr McKellar were there from Toronto. The former gave an able address for 2 hours on "Practical Functions of the Day" , a very large crowd and great excitement prevailed. Hon J.A. Cameron was present.</p> <p>TUESDAY 16 Joseph White started wok here this morning, hired for 1 month @ $28.00. Commenced harvest by cutting barley it is not very ripe, and very light in weight. Had a fine shower at noon, was hoeing and thinning turnips. they have not come up evenly, not more than 1/4 of the seed has grown.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_SUNDAY_21.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, SUNDAY 21, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_22"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 22</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_TUESDAY_23.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, TUESDAY 23, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_24"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 24</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">July, SUNDAY 21, 1872</span></h2> <p>Had two very heavy thunder showers this morning, which has greatly refreshed vegetation. Went to S. School about two dozen present Supt pres. lesson Rom. X 8 to 13 Heard Rev J. Shaw preach in Zion text. Prov Ecclesiastes VII 8th Heard same minister tonight in Brampton, text. Rom XII chap 13th verse.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 22</span></h2> <p>Finished reaping the 5 acre piece of barley and bound about two thirds of it it is a very fair crop Commenced reaping the fall wheat across the Etobicoke, it is very rusty and considerably lodged and tangled. Spent evening at Lodge, one initiation and two reinstated who had broken their pledge.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">July, TUESDAY 23, 1872</span></h2> <p>Continued the wheat cutting was hindered this afternoon by a light rain from West. The "Dodge Self Rake" on our new reaper works well, it leaves the sheaves generally nice and square, the reaper is a {light?} draft for the team</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 24</span></h2> <p>Completed the wheat cutting, binding and stooking across the creek, it is a Heavy crop of straw, but grain is not well filled because of {?} and midge Spent evening at {Elevense?} Bible Class, quite a large attendance practised several new pieces out of the {?}, for to sing in Sunday School!</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>July, Thursday 25, 1872 Commenced cutting the wheat and barley field on "their place" about 2 acre of barley sowed where the wheat was winter killed the wheat in every this (?) mety, a heavy nob of barley stew but-it handler light. Was home howing the turnips what (?) is I them are growing that.</p> <p>Friday 26 Finished naping at "their place" and have bound it all except a little (of?) the barley which was very dry and ripe. Had a heavy wind nearly all day hon Jim ONeal toseing the showers about in allshaker. Went to Brampton this moring was at J.E. Ward's shop. Revived a Carthage Patriot from Aunt Jennie.</p> <p>July, Saturday 27, 1872 Hauled to pull in the pear with two (hayther?) they are thin on the ground partly on account of the (nauages?) (the?) win-worm they are quite ripe enough for hauling. Had a torn drawing in barley leaves. Mrs J. C. Snell (?) house yesterday home a trip out town he thinks highly of the country.</p> <p>Sunday 28 Spent morning at school, Supt. Pres. Lesson Romane XII 1 to 8. Dr. Moore &amp; (W.N. Aonn?) of Brampton were present as visitors appointed by (?) &amp; school Convention. They have witnessing addresses and spoke in high among (the?) school and Supt. Heard out J. Shaw (?) to wutg TuET P (ink splash) XIII 10th J.C. Snwll &amp; family were here today</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_MONDAY_29.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">July, MONDAY 29, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_30"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 30</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#July.2C_WEDNESDAY_31.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">July, WEDNESDAY 31, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY_1.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY 1, 1872</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">July, MONDAY 29, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was cutting peas with two scythes, had a team drawing in barley, cleaned one field. J. W. {?} borrowed on {Salinda?} last about 6 bags of Diehl wheat to supply some of the customers with flour. Spent evening at Temple the Election of Offices for next quarter took place several of the old offices retained their places I was selected to same office. W.M.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 30</span></h2> <p>Was cutting peas {?} noon This afternoon was hauling in fall wheat from across Etobicoke with {two?} teams, brought over 8 loads. Finished hauling the last of the barley from "their place" had 15 large loads off two acres. J.C. Snell brought 7 bush of peas here for to feed to one of the large sows for showing next fall.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">July, WEDNESDAY 31, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, bringing all of the wheat from across the creek except 8 {?} loads. Miss K. F. Snell spent afternoon here, drove buggy up to Bible Class this evening, had a short meeting not many present.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY 1, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was at the pea-pulling again this forenoon. Hauled wheat with two teams from "their place" a shower at tea time stopped the work. Started to drive up to J.C. Snell's this evening, but the horse getting frightened she kicked the dash board all to pieces making a general smash up on the 1st line East.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_FRIDAY_2.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, FRIDAY 2, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_3"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 3</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SUNDAY_4.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, SUNDAY 4, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_5"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 5</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, FRIDAY 2, 1872</span></h2> <p>Drove team and waggon over to 1st line after the buggy and brought it home. Finished setting the 9 acres of peas. Had quite a heavy thunder shower which put a sudden stop to the harvesting. Was mowing the thistle that are scattered over the pasturelands to prevent them going to seed.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 3</span></h2> <p>Commenced reaping the oats but had to give it up as they are yet too green, the grain is pretty ripe but the straw full sap and vigorous. Had an unusually fine exhibition of "Aurora Borealis" this evening covering almost the entire face of the sky, parts of it a rich pink color giving it a very pretty aspect.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, SUNDAY 4, 1872</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt abs. Mr A Woodhall addressed the school, lesson Rom XII 9 to 21. I took Secretary's place and called the school roll, 55 present. The Quarterly Meeting was held at Harrison's this morning. J.C. Snell went to it. Heard Rev Mr Scott preach in Brampton to night, text Isaiah {L?} VII, 15th verse. Eternity - the only time that word occurs in the whole Bible.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 5</span></h2> <p>Finished hauling in the fall wheat, had 22 loads off 16 acres Spent afternoon at Brampton at the nomination of Candidates for House of Commons at the Election which takes place next week. Hon J.K. Cameron H.R. Smith were the Nominees the business passed off quietly. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Offices were installed</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_TUESDAY_6.2C_1862"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, TUESDAY 6, 1862</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_7"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 7</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY_8.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY 8, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_9"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 9</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, TUESDAY 6, 1862</span></h2> <p>A committee of {le?} members 3 ladies 3 gentlemen (work appointed last night at the Lodge to arrange for a Temperance Picnic to come off in a month from date.) I am one of the latter. Was drawing in peas all day with two teams and completed the work, 15 loads off 9 acres, the straw will be inferior because of the heavy showers last week. A very warm day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 7</span></h2> <p>Was reaping and binding oats the grain is quite ripe and the straw is quite green and will take some time to cure it. Spent the evening at a Social given by Ms G. Ferguson who live on the farm just before here, the Brampton Brass Board was there, {that?} was not much equipment. Realized $23.00 for Mrs. {?}</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY 8, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and have bound about half the oats the rest are too short for binding, the reaper did not cut very clean. Was mowing with 3 scythes the 3 acres of late oats, are just beginning to ripen. Aunt Lizzie and children were here a {?} I drove them up to J.C. Snell's tonight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 9</span></h2> <p>Was drawing manure to fall wheat ground at other place for root oats next year. Drew in the green oats, 3 loads of splendid feed, very heavy to pitch with fork. Spent evening at Choir Practice not a large attendance. Made a copy of this week's {?} Banner {?} Aunt Jennie Harrington</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SATURDAY_10.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, SATURDAY 10, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_11"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 11</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_MONDAY_12.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, MONDAY 12, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_13"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 13</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, SATURDAY 10, 1872</span></h2> <p>Hauled 4 loads of loose oats from other place, but did not continue drawing as they are rather green. Drew 8 loads of {?} and manure on summer fallow. Had a splendid bathe in Etobicoke to night, the water was warm owing to intense heat of past three days.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 11</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson. Rom. XIII 8 to end of chap. J.C. Snell and family spent afternoon here. Heard Rev Mr Scott preach this evening in Brampton W.M. Church text. Daniel VI 10th Misses Elsie and Emma Armstrong came from New York last night on a visit. A very warm day.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, MONDAY 12, 1872</span></h2> <p>Sent to J. Woodhalls a man and team to help thresh barley and wheat. Commenced {?} plowing the oat stubble on the fallout, it is very dry and pretty hard. Spent evening at the Lodge rather a slim attendance because of election excitement. Smith had an enthusiastic meeting in Brampton to night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 13</span></h2> <p>The polling {?} the two candidates for House of Commons to us {sent?} this County, took place to day, {?} in favor of Smith with a majority of 10 votes. An immense crowd of people in Brampton tonight {???} for Smith's victory and music by the band, got home at midnight.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_WEDNESDAY_14.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, WEDNESDAY 14, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_15"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 15</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_FRIDAY_16_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, FRIDAY 16 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_17"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 17</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, WEDNESDAY 14, 1872</span></h2> <p>Took the buggy down to Brampton to Anthony Bros. to the be transformed into a light waggon. Was crossplowing with both teams. Had a pretty heavy thunder shower this evening. The weather was warm and cloudy.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 15</span></h2> <p>Was hauling manure all day from sheep pen to other place 12 loads of first class manure. J. Whites time was up tonight, paid him $28.00 according to agreement. Had a visit from Mrs J.W. Main and Miss Elsie Armstrong of New York.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, FRIDAY 16 1872</span></h2> <p>Was hauling in loose oats and some sheaves. Spent evening at Choir Practice a good attendance, practised a funeral anthem from the "Harmonic {Sacra?}" "I heard a voice from Heaven say {?} unto me write". A lovely moonlight night and some cooler.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 17</span></h2> <p>Shoveled "harvest home" this afternoon finished hauling the oats {12?} loads, the straw somewhat discolored by the late rain. The wife of Rev W. McFadden was buried to day, she died on Thursday, Aged 60 yrs. Rev John Shaw preached a sermon Father had J. {Tearments?} buggy to go to Brampton and horse ran away and broke the {buffers?}</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SUNDAY_18.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, SUNDAY 18, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_19"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 19</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_TUESDAY_20.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, TUESDAY 20, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_21"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 21</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, SUNDAY 18, 1872</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt abs. lesson Romans XIV 7 to 13. a shower of rain this morning reduced the attendance of scholars. Spent afternoon at Brampton W.M. S School a well conducted school. Took tea at J.W. Mains in his new dwelling house near the G.J. R. depot. Heard Rev J. Shaw preach to night text II Thessal. III. 13th.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 19</span></h2> <p>Commenced crossplowing the pea field. Separated the ram lambs (11) from the ewes and put them in the orchard field for feed them on cloves and grain. Spent evening at the Lodge, 4 more added to our numbers, two P.M. Ministers and J.D. {Sharick?} two daughters</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, TUESDAY 20, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was making out the fallow into ridges 22 H - wide, and had the other team cross-plowing. The weather is exceedingly warm and oppressive, with a few sprinkles of rain. Had a visit last Friday evening from W. George Rice of Oshawa.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 21</span></h2> <p>Commenced ridging up the fallow, the ground is quite damp and turns up quite yellow. Took a small load of peas and oats {?} bush down to Mains Steam Mill for chopping to feed the calves the pasture is getting very short. The Thermometer standing above 90 {degrees} in the shade</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_THURSDAY_22.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, THURSDAY 22, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_23"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 23</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_SATURDAY_24.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, SATURDAY 24, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_25"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 25</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, THURSDAY 22, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, have 2 1/2 acres plowed. Collins the Painter called here for the 1/2 bolt of water line he left here about a month ago, we {?} have our barns painted this year because the milk is so hard to get. Exceedingly warm and dry.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 23</span></h2> <p>Ridging up continued Mrs J.C. Snell and children are here to day, also Misses Emma Armstrong and Elsie Modeland. Spent evening at Clairville Lodge of J.L.G.T., drove there with D. H. Scott of Brampton in a livery rig, 4 buggy loads went over to visit there and make arrangements for a Grand Union {Social?}</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, SATURDAY 24, 1872</span></h2> <p>Have 5 acres ridged, nearly half the field. J.C. Snell came and took away 7 of our best ewe lambs @ $15.00 each, they intend feeding them up for shows J.W. Main paid us for the wheat he borrowed 13 bush @ $1.35 cts per buck. It was 1 o'clock this morning when I got home, they have a fine Temperance Hall in Clairville.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 25</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson Rom. XV 1 to 7, Subject, "Help one another". Spent afternoon at home filling up the Class books blanks with names of the scholars. Heard Rev J. Shaw preach in Brampton to night, text. Mark V. 1 to 20, verse inclusive. A very warm day, a few sprinkles of rain this morning.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_MONDAY_26.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, MONDAY 26, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_27"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 27</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_WEDNESDAY_28.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">August, WEDNESDAY 28, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_29"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 29</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, MONDAY 26, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was ridging all day, but it was tough work, the extreme heat and the flies are very bad on the horses, plowed 1/2 acres Spent evening at the lodge a young man from "Rescue" Temple (Toronto) visited us and gave a short address J.J. Bunting edited the "Chronicle" very ably and humorously.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 27</span></h2> <p>Had a nice shower of rain last night. Bought {?} John {Coyne?} a pair of long books "{??}" for every day wear Price $4.50. Was at barn work to day as yesterday plowed nearly two acre.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, WEDNESDAY 28, 1872</span></h2> <p>Still at the plowing. Spent evening at {?} Bible Class, a larger attendance than usual, had a chat about holding the R.R. Anniversary, decided to have it about the middle of October, a committee to select music, Misses Maggie R. Watson E. Rossiter, H.F. Snell and H. Snell {?} were appointed.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 29</span></h2> <p>Completed the ridging today at noon. Was grubbing out large stores on the pea field. Went to Brampton this evening and made with J.M. {?} over to Clairville to meet Pierre {?} made some further arrangements very cold driving home at 1 oclock A.M.. Had a nice shower this afternoon.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#August.2C_FRIDAY_30.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">August, FRIDAY 30, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_31"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 31</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SUNDAY_1.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, SUNDAY 1, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_2"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 2</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">August, FRIDAY 30, 1872</span></h2> <p>Sowed {11 or 17} bush of Diehl wheat on 10 1/2 acres of ground, it was very windy making it difficult work to sow evenly the first fall wheat I ever sowed. Spent evening at Choir Practice Rather slim attendance. A great change in the weather cold enough to wear coat and mitts. Bought 1/2 bush of Timothy seed @ $4.00 per bush</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 31</span></h2> <p>Commenced sowing the Timothy after the wheat but gave it up because of the high wind. Finished running the cross and {?} furrows. Got home our new spring waggon, it is light and stylish, also brought up J. Learments buggy, cost us $10.00 for repairs.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, SUNDAY 1, 1872</span></h2> <p>Drove the new spring waggon up to S. School. Supt pres. lesson I Corinthians 1. 18 to 25 verses. Heard Rev J. Scott preach at Zion this afternoon, text, "Praise waiteth for Thee O God in Zion" the minister and Eli Crawford {?} took tea here. J.C. Snell and family were here also. Very smoky atmosphere today, from large flies over Caledon</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 2</span></h2> <p>{Dogs?} among the sheep again last night causing the death of a fine ewe lamb, and breaking the leg of a ram lamb, so that ewe had to kill it. Finished shovelling the cross furrows in the fall wheat field. Spent evening at the Lodge had a lively and {?} meeting {cut off} address by Rev J. Bradshaw and "Safeguard Chronicle" by {?} J.M. Reid</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_TUESDAY_3.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, TUESDAY 3, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_4"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 4</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_THURSDAY_5.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, THURSDAY 5, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_6"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 6</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, TUESDAY 3, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was engaged today in hauling off the large stones from the pea field, harrowing and marking it into 22 ft ridges. Had a visit from Mr and Mrs Joseph {Pearen?} from Springbrook. The weather is very dry and quite cool, had frost last night for the first time this season.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 4</span></h2> <p>Was ridging up the pea field with both teams. Spent the noon hour at Campbell's "Blacksmith's Shop No 10" in getting "Charley" shod in fore feet, he is very hard to {?}, not standing still a minute at the time. Spent evening reading "Uncle Toms Cabin" and "{penning?} apples for drying".</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, THURSDAY 5, 1872</span></h2> <p>Have 1/3 of the pea land ridged, about 3 acres for to sow "Treadwell" wheat, getting the seed from J. Wordhall in exchange for one Diehl wheat. Had a visit from Mrs Calder and Mrs McLellan of Brampton drove them home this evening in our new spring waggon 13 {ought?} at A. Dick's book store "The Lamplighter".</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 6</span></h2> <p>Finished the fall seeding by sowing 3 acres of the pea land with 5 3/4 of Treadwell wheat. Had a very nice rain last night which has freshened things considerably. Had a short call from J. {?}, he is just starting for the {?} in the Western States with a large {?} of Berkshires and sheep</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SATURDAY_7.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, SATURDAY 7, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_8"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 8</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_MONDAY_9.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, MONDAY 9, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_10"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 10</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, SATURDAY 7, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent part of last evening at Choir Practice and remainder at W. Campbell's NO. 10, in their new house in company with two or three young folks. Was hauling gravel from the creek and filling up some holes in the barnyard. The thermometer stood at 90 {degrees} in the shade.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 8</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt. abs. A. Woodhall addressed the School lesson I Cor. III 6 to 13 verses. Spent afternoon and took tea at J.C. Snell's. Drove to Brampton this evening and heard Rev J. Scott preach text Jeremiah - "Is there no balm in Gilead" "Is there no physician there". A very good sermon</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, MONDAY 9, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was threshing peas with the flails this forenoon, they are a very fair sample but will not yield well according to {straus?} Was taking the stones out of the sheep-pen well intend digging it some deeper. Spent evening at the Lodge, the Safeguard Chronicle by A. Morton Got at Institute Library "Our Mutual Friend" by Charles Dickens.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 10</span></h2> <p>Spent most of the day down in the well, took out a foot of dirt, it is very hard, can hardly get it pryed up with a pick "red rock". Spent evening at home peeling apples for drying. Had nice rains both yesterday and today, the wheat is coming up but not very evenly.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_WEDNESDAY_11.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, WEDNESDAY 11, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_12"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 12</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_FRIDAY_13.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, FRIDAY 13, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_14"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 14</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, WEDNESDAY 11, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent the day at Mr {?} Heath's helping to thresh wheat. Spent evening at Ebeneser practising music for the Anniversary, made a selection of 8 or 10 pieces out of the S.S. Organ. The weather is warm and misty.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 12</span></h2> <p>Was working at the well nearly all day, the rain came on so heavily in the afternoon that we had to give up work, have sunk the well 2 ft deeper, but there is only a limited supply of water in it as yet. Had an extra heavy rain fall, the fall wheat is making great progress.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, FRIDAY 13, 1872</span></h2> <p>Completed stoning up the well my first experience at the work cannot say I fell in love with the job. Spent evening at Brampton at Choir Practice they have accepted an invitation to sing at Mount {?} on 23rd inst. Mrs {?} Ferguson is going to move to Toronto on Monday next to live for a year.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 14</span></h2> <p>Was digging a ditch from the unver drain (that drains the surplus water from the front lane) {?} the sheeppen well, filled the new drain with coarse gravel, instead of making a stone drain, that the water may be purified before entering the well.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SUNDAY_15.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, SUNDAY 15, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_16"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 16</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_TUESDAY_17.2C_1862"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, TUESDAY 17, 1862</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_18"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 18</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, SUNDAY 15, 1872</span></h2> <p>A lovely day, the sky of the deepest blue, a cool bracing air. Father, mother, {?}, Emma &amp; I drove spring waggon over to Naval Camp Meeting, held in pine bush of Mr J. Foster, commenced on Thursday evening last, the largest crowd I ever saw at a Camp Meeting Rev Dr Greene of Toronto preached text. Heb. VI. 18th. Rev W. McFadden preached text I. Cor. 1st, 22nd verse.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 16</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing fall wheat stubble ground at other place with both teams, the recent heavy rains make the plows run well. Spent evening at the Lodge, one invitation, the "Safeguard Chronicle" by Brother J.J. Bunting was instructive and amusing. Spent half hour at Mr J.D. Shenick's house practising music for tomorrow night.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, TUESDAY 17, 1862</span></h2> <p>Drove spring waggon up to Mr John Snell's this morning for Miss K.F. Snell, started from Brampton at 11 o'clock with 8 passengers, in company {^ with} Several more teams headed by Brass Band for Claireville to attend the "Temperance Demonstration" spent a pleasant afternoon with games and listening to able speeches by some of the ablest advocated of Temperance in Ontario, R. Smith M.P. Mains.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 18</span></h2> <p>Spent last evening at a Concert in Claireville "Templar's Hall" Miss Freema from Toronto was best singer the rest of them were from Brampton Got home about midnight of a splendid moon light night I was plowing all day with both teams Had a heavy thunder shower this evening.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_THURSDAY_19.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, THURSDAY 19, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_20"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 20</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SATURDAY_21.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, SATURDAY 21, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_22"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 22</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, THURSDAY 19, 1872</span></h2> <p>Had some heavy rain early this morning. Was helping Ambrose Woodhall to thresh wheat and barley. J.C. Snell was here this evening, they are making great preparations for the Exhibition in Hamilton. Spent evening at home pairing apples. Received copy of "Carthage Patriot" from Aunt Jennie.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 20</span></h2> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning and shipped for J. Snell to Hamilton the Berkshire sow we have been feeding for them. Had a splendid time at the Reform Picnic held in Mr Stork's orchard. Brampton this afternoon a great crowd present and a host of speakers, McKenzie, McCellar, Paterson, Diamond, Blaim, Bolton &amp; Henning.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, SATURDAY 21, 1872</span></h2> <p>There were 3 brass bands present yesterday and bagpipes, the weather was beautiful and all enjoyed themselves extra well. Finished plowing the field at the other place. Sold to Mr. Stewart of "King, {?}" a raw lamb $15.00 and to Mr. Williams, "5th line West", one @ $10. John Snell's {herds?} and flocks started for Hamilton Exhibition yesterday.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 22</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt abs. A Woodhall questioned the school, had a short practice of the anniversary tunes. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Rev Mr. Point of Toronto preach. text. Job XIX chap. 25 to 29th verses. A very warm day and showers, lesson this morning at S. School I Cor. XIII.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_MONDAY_23.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, MONDAY 23, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_24"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 24</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_WEDNESDAY_25.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, WEDNESDAY 25, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_26"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 26</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, MONDAY 23, 1872</span></h2> <p>A rainy morning. Started for Hamilton Prov. Exhibition {?} Toronto per G.T. Railway &amp; G.W. Railway. Spent two hours in Toronto, about noon, saw a powerful dredging machine at work in the bay cleaning mud out of the bottom of the lake, arrived at Hamilton at 3 P.M. and quickly found my way to Show Grounds.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 24</span></h2> <p>Was busily engaged all day in dressing and feeding up the sheep of J. Snell &amp; Sons, and in showing them for prizes, of which they took a good many, and Prince of Wales Prize for best flock of {?}, there was keen competition, the show of sheep being the longest &amp; best that has ever been in Canada, mostly imported from England.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, WEDNESDAY 25, 1872</span></h2> <p>In the Short Farm Class they were also very successful, gaining the majority of first prizes and the two largest prizes offered for best herd of Short {Farm?} Cattle this class was largely represented with splendid animals, they also gained some prizes on Berkshire swine, the show in all other departments of the Exhibition was particularly good.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 26</span></h2> <p>The Governor General of Canada and Lady visited the Exhibition today and {?} after them large and admiring crowds, Lord Dufferin is plain and also able and his wife very handsome. Large crowds of people on Fair Ground today but nearly all strangers, very few present from this County of Peel</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_FRIDAY_27.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">September, FRIDAY 27, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_28"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 28</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#September.2C_SUNDAY_29.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">September, SUNDAY 29, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_30"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 30</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, FRIDAY 27, 1872</span></h2> <p>Did not have any opportunity of looking around the City during the day time, but had a stroll in it every evening, it is a very pretty place, the ground in the neighborhood is very rolling and soil sandy, the scenery is grand, there are several beautiful fountains and gardens in the heart of the City, some very fine buildings and churches.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 28</span></h2> <p>The Exhibition farm ably broke up yesterday, although the greater part of the {flocks?} was not moved until to day. We shipped out stock for Guelph via {Galt?} and Armstrong for the Central Fair held there next week. The scenery along the road from Ham. to Guelph was the finest I ever saw. It was just dark when we arrived</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">September, SUNDAY 29, 1872</span></h2> <p>Came down from Guelph this morning by the 4.A.M. train J.C. Snell and I and got home at 7 oclock, tired and sleepy with a very bad cold. Today is showers and spent it at home. Rev J.C. Scott preached at Zion to an attentive audience.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 30</span></h2> <p>{Missrs.?} Guy Bell &amp; John Campbell threshed for us to day with their old machine, about 200 bush of oats, fair sample and weight, but small yield per acre (9 acres), started the fall wheat. Diehl &amp; Soules.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_TUESDAY_1.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, TUESDAY 1, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_2"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 2</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_THURSDAY_3.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, THURSDAY 3, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_4"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 4</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, TUESDAY 1, 1872</span></h2> <p>Finished threshing the rest of the fall wheat, have 230 bush only a midling sample, made a small stack of wheat straw but have all the rest in the barn and a great pile of chaff threshed barley this afternoon about 300 bush, which finishes our threshing for this year.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 2</span></h2> <p>Was engaged this forenoon in washing the ram lambs with warm soft-water and soap, there are 8 of them left uet. Spent afternoon at Mr David Wiggins, Jr. helping to raise a log stable. Walked up to J.C. Snells and staid all night with them</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, THURSDAY 3, 1872</span></h2> <p>Commenced ridging the pea land 22 ft ridges. Was digging the early potatoes and storing them for further use, about 20 bush of all varieties of early potatoes. Father spent the day at Guelph Central Fair, J. Snell has been successful in carrying off the largest and best prizes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 4</span></h2> <p>Was at same work as yesterday County Peel, Agrie J {??} hold their Animal Show today and to morrow, the Fair Ground is enlarged and greatly improved. The weather is fine and dry pretty severe {?} frosts at night. Had an arrival of a small litter of Berkshires only 4, they are well marked.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SATURDAY_5.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, SATURDAY 5, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_6"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 6</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_MONDAY_7.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, MONDAY 7, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_8"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 8</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, SATURDAY 5, 1872</span></h2> <p>Another son for Mrs J.C. Snell Spent the day at Brampton Fair, the day was warm and dry and the crowds of folks assembled immense, the show in live stock was not quite up to some former years for quantity but quality was very good, the Show of Implements and Carriages was large and good.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 6</span></h2> <p>Spent forenoon at Ebenezer {Union?} S. School, Supt abs. Mr A Woodhall addressing the scholars on the lesson Psalm C XXXVII, subject the captivity of the Jews in Babylon. Spent afternoon at home writing and making up S. School Roll and {?}. Very heavy thunder storm this evening.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, MONDAY 7, 1872</span></h2> <p>A heavy rain last night and this morning. Was engaged in {?} barley, it came dirty from the {?} so that a great deal blows out of it now. Sold to K.C. &amp; Co 51 bush barley @ 58 cts per bush, which is 2 cts below market price because of the lightness of it. Plucked the apple crop this week have about 20 bushels.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 8</span></h2> <p>Started this morning just before daybreak 4:30 o'clock for Port {?} with 61 bush barley got 66 cts per bush {?} the market has fallen a little several of the {?} had loads down. Sold a ram lamb to Mr Robert Carter @ $10.00 and one to James Brown @ $8.00.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_WEDNESDAY_9.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, WEDNESDAY 9, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_10"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 10</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_FRIDAY_11.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, FRIDAY 11, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_12"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 12</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, WEDNESDAY 9, 1872</span></h2> <p>A beautiful day, just warm enough to be pleasant. Spent the day at Robert Smith's M.P. helping to thresh wheat and barley. Settled in full the remainder of the payment on the new reaper at Haggerts Office $68.00. Spent evening at the Lodge, (had no meeting on Monday on account of 13.8.8 party) Safeguard Chronicle by J.J. Bunting.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 10</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in ridging up in the pea field, plowed 12 acres. Sold a ram lamb to Mr Jacob Scott of Luther Township @ $10.00. J. Snell &amp; Sons have been again very successful in taking prizes at London (Western) Fair to the amount of $250.00 Spent this evening at Ebenezer Practice for Anniversary</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, FRIDAY 11, 1872</span></h2> <p>Started this morning at 7 o'clock for Charleston Fair in light waggon, father, J. Heath and B. Watson, arrived there at 10 o'clock distance 13 miles, a very good show in all departments for a township fair, about 2500 persons present and Brampton Brass Band, father was one of the judges on cattle The day was cold, a few flakes of snow. Got home at 8 P.M.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 12</span></h2> <p>Completed the plowing in pea field and shovelled the cross drains intended for spring wheat. Had corn and pumpkins harvest today a full waggon box of pumpkins and some quantity of corn stalks. Spent evening seeing a sad sight, the burning of J. Simpson's barn and stables nearly everything destroyed. Insurance $500.00.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SUNDAY_13.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, SUNDAY 13, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_14"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 14</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_TUESDAY_15.2C_1862_.5Bsic.5D"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, TUESDAY 15, 1862 [sic]</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_16"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 16</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, SUNDAY 13, 1872</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt abs. J.C. Snell addressed the school on the lesson Dan. I 8 to 17, subject "Daniel's {Temperance?} Society". Heard at Zion this afternoon Rev Mr {Joliffe?} of the Streetsville {?} preach text, Acts, IIII chap 10th verse. A rainy evening, staid at home and practised music</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 14</span></h2> <p>Commenced plowing the barley stubble next the root crop, the ground is in fine condition perhaps a little too damp the {?} scarcely clean itself Spent evening at the Lodge had quite a variety of readings and recitations and songs. Got a library "The Pickwick Papers" by Charles Dickens.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, TUESDAY 15, 1862 [sic]</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday with two teams. There is a disease similar to a very bad cold, just now very prevalent among the horses, and has proved fatal in one or two instances, but our horses are a little affected with it. Spent evening and staid all night at J.C.S. he being away "west" on business.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 16</span></h2> <p>Finished plowing the barley ground and run the cross drains The weather is pretty cold with hard frost at night, had a light snow storm yesterday. Spent this evening at singing practice at Ebenezer, a good attendance sang some pieces out of the "Pure Gold" and S.S. Organ</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_THURSDAY_17.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, THURSDAY 17, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_18"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 18</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SATURDAY_19.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, SATURDAY 19, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_20"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 20</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, THURSDAY 17, 1872</span></h2> <p>Started the harvesting of late potatoes this morning but was stopped by a heavy East rain which lasted the entire day. Prepared a grist of wheat and some grain for chopping. Subscribed on Monday last for the "Casket" a weekly Temperance Paper publi. at {Napance?} @ $1.00 per year.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 18</span></h2> <p>Was picking stones off the fall wheat stubble, there is a good catch of Timothy and clover on it "across the creek". Spent afternoon helping J. Simpson put up a temporary horse stable. Spent evening at Ebenezer practice a large attendance and better music than ever.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, SATURDAY 19, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was helping J. SImpson again this forenoon. Was harvesting the potato crop, have about 30 bush of "Gleasons", they are a fine potato and yield well. Mr Carson called here to day and paid his note of $125.00, made him a present of a ram lamb. Spent evening in Brampton bought 2 copies of "Pure Hold" for our S. School.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 20</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon at S. School Supt pres. and gave a short description of St Louis S. Schools. Rev J. Brooks addressed the school on the lesson, Daniel II 1 to 19, "The Furious King". Heard Rev John Shaw preach in Brampton to night, text. Ecclesiastes XII, 1st verse "Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth".</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_MONDAY_21.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, MONDAY 21, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_22"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 22</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_WEDNESDAY_23.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, WEDNESDAY 23, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_24"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 24</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, MONDAY 21, 1872</span></h2> <p>Finished the potato harvest, 40 bush of Garnet {?}, 28 bush of Gleasons and 12 bush of Early Rose and Goodwick, they are all good sound potatoes and pretty fair size. Spent the forepart of evening at the Lodge and the remainder at S.S. Anniversary in P.M. Church, excellent music by the Choir and addresses by Revs {Q?}. Guttery, J. Edgar, J. Shaw and Baipre..</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 22</span></h2> <p>Spent the day at the stone prepping job. Bright warm weather yesterday and to day Spent evening at Ebenezer Singing Practice, a large attendance I had to play the melodeon in the absence of Hewey Snell. The teachers and officers, made some necessary arrangements for next Thursday.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, WEDNESDAY 23, 1872</span></h2> <p>Completed the job we were at yesterday, there were a good many stones in those fields. Was plowing the potato ground. The horses are doing poorly, and are losing flesh and spirits very fast.</p> <p>Rev. W. Millard sent a nicely written motto in large letters "The Seed is the Word" "We sow in faith" to be put up in the Church for tomorrow night.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 24</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon assisting to to build a platform in Zion and make some other arrangements. Drove all my sisters up to the S. School Anniversary Party, the attendance of visitors and strangers was not so large as last year but we had a very pleasant party, Revs Brooks, Millard, Henridge {?} Scott and W.N. Hossie addressed the meeting</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_FRIDAY_25.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, FRIDAY 25, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_26"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 26</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_SUNDAY_27.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, SUNDAY 27, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_28"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 28</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, FRIDAY 25, 1872</span></h2> <p>Two of the Officers of our S. School were married yesterday Mr Robert Thompson and Miss Mary Snell. Spent forenoon in cleaning out and fixing up the churches in their usual style. Intended having a Social this evening and a lecture by Rev J.G. Scott but it rained steadily all evening, a few of us met at Ebenezer for an hour and had tea, then quietly dispersed.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 26</span></h2> <p>Have threshed thus far about 25 bush of peas of this year's growing. Was farming wheat for market. Had a short visit from Mrs Robt. Gardener. Spent two hours in Brampton this afternoon. J.C. Snell took tea here this evening. It has rained increasingly for 24 hours and more or less for 48 hours and no prospect of clear up</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, SUNDAY 27, 1872</span></h2> <p>A drizzling rain still prevails but has cleared off this evening. Walked alone up to S. School this morning, Supt. abs. only 16 present. A. Woodhall addressed the School on the lesson Daniel II 21 to 35. "The Interpreter", Rev J.G. Scott took tea here this evening on his way from Zion, where there were only 3 people. Heard him preach tonight in Brampton text Ephesians V. 14.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 28</span></h2> <p>A bright beautiful day, but very muddy. Was pea threshing and choring generally. Started to fatten our hogs on Saturday 7 sows and 2 barrows, 7 months old Spent evening at a public Meeting of the Good Templars, speeches by Revs J. Shaw and J.G. Scott and readings and recitations by other members and some good music a large attendance.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_TUESDAY_29.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">October, TUESDAY 29, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_30"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 30</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#October.2C_THURSDAY_31.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">October, THURSDAY 31, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_FRIDAY_1.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">November, FRIDAY 1, 1872</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, TUESDAY 29, 1872</span></h2> <p>Sold 85 bush of Diehl wheat to J.W. Main @ $1.19 per bush. Commenced pulling the turnips by hand, a very thin crop. Spent afternoon at the raiding of a barn for Mr Robert Lowes 1st line west, had a lively and pleasant time. Mrs J.C. Snell and family are spending this evening and to night here.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 30</span></h2> <p>Was pulling turnips this forenoon and drew in 5 loads of them Father drove Mrs J.C. Snell and children home this afternoon and visited Mr J. Snell, Sen. who is very, very sick. Brought home 4 bags of apples for home use from J.C. Snell's. Spent evening at home reading S.S. Libraries and peeling pumpkins</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">October, THURSDAY 31, 1872</span></h2> <p>Completed the turnip harvest have rather more than 200 bush 7 1/2 loads, they are good solid turnips and of medium size. The past month has been an unusually mild one and the past few days grand, clear and warm and not very hard frosts at night. Sold yesterday a ram lamb to Mr Duckworth @ $8.50. This is Hallow E'en night.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, FRIDAY 1, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was engaged this forenoon in helping J. Learment slaughter and dress his hogs. This afternoon commenced operations on the barnyard well by taking out the stones, it is a heavy job, very hard on the fingers. Spent this evening at Choir Practice a large attendance. John Snell Senior died this evening, aged 63 yrs after a rather short illness. He died very easy.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SATURDAY_2.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, SATURDAY 2, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_3"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 3</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_MONDAY_4.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, MONDAY 4, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_5"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 5</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, SATURDAY 2, 1872</span></h2> <p>Continued the operations on the well. Lost a valuable yearling heifer, last night by eating too many turnip tops. Sold the hide to J. Wigley for $3.18. Father and mother drove up to Mr Snell's ("Willow Lodge") this evening to sympathize with the bereaved friends. Received the first copy of the "Casket" - a paper devoted to Temperance pub. at Napance $1.00 per year</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 3</span></h2> <p>Spent this morning at Brampton Quarterly Meeting, Rev J. Shaw preached, text, Hebrews XII 1st &amp; 2nd verses, a most excellent and deeply affecting sermon, a pretty large attendance. Walter Gardener and I walked up to Willow Lodge this evening and spent an hour there with the friends and relatives of the deceased.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, MONDAY 4, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent the afternoon at the late John Snell's funeral it was a very large one, Rev J. Shaw preached in the house, text. Ephesians. "Today if ye will hear his voice harden not your hearts", he was buried at the old Zion burial ground on 1st line. Spent the evening at the Lodge, election of Officers for next quarter, I was elected of W.F. Secretary</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 5</span></h2> <p>Spent the forenoon in the well and sunk it about one foot, the work is very hard, it is slow work Spent afternoon at Township Plowing Match on lot 19{?} Road, at Mr A. Giffen's, the attendance not very large, either of the plowmen or spectators. Mr W.{?}. Brown of Toronto {?}. took first prize in 1st Class. The ground was in fine order and some fine work done</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_WEDNESDAY_6.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, WEDNESDAY 6, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_7"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 7</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_FRIDAY_8.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, FRIDAY 8, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_9"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 9</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, WEDNESDAY 6, 1872</span></h2> <p>Finished the well digging by striking two or three small springs, it is nearly 16 ft deep the water about 3 ft deep. Commenced stoning the well this afternoon and done about 1/3 of it. Sold the last ram lamb of this season to Mr Drinkwater Senior @ $8.00 each. Spent evening writing a letter to Mr Thomas Mason</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 7</span></h2> <p>Finished stoning the well and got the pump in it once more, it is a heavy job building the stone wall. The weather keeps very mild for the lateness of the season, have had very few heavy frosts as yet. Killed and dressed a Berkshire barrow 1yr old, weighed 140 lbs.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, FRIDAY 8, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was fixing the under drain that carries the water from driving house roof into the well, it is one half stone drain and the other half an inch pine box. Took 6 bags of apples up to Mr John Campbell's and made 20 gals of cider with his mill. Spent evening at Choir Practice at Brampton W.M. Church.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 9</span></h2> <p>Paid to James Hanson $48.00 the amount due him out of $65 for 7 months, had several days lost time, and had received many at different times, he is going to live beyond Hamilton 18 miles. Commenced plowing the turnip land, it is pretty stiff plowing.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SUNDAY_10.2C_1972_.5Bsic.5D"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, SUNDAY 10, 1972 [sic]</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_11"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 11</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_TUESDAY_12.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, TUESDAY 12, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_13"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 13</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, SUNDAY 10, 1972 [sic]</span></h2> <p>Spent forenoon at S.School Supt pres. lesson Daniel, III 19 to 26 "The Young men in the fire" A few words of parting was given to the Hanson family who are going to leave the neighbourhood Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion at 2 P.M. text, Daniel, III 19 to 26. Heard him preach the same sermon in Brampton to night, J.C.S. and family took dinner and tea here</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 11</span></h2> <p>Was plowing turnip ground with both teams and finished it except headland. Mailed a copy of the Peel Banner to Aunt Jennie Harrington, it contains Mr Snell's obituary notice quite a lengthy history of his life and doings. Spent evening at the Lodge in Old Town Hall, 4 were invited and Officers Installed for Quarter ending January 31st 1873</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, TUESDAY 12, 1872</span></h2> <p>The Annual Meeting of Grand Lodge of I.O.G. Templars for Ontario meets in Hamilton today and next two days Rev J. Shaw and Dr C.J. Moore are going to represent "Safeguard" Lodge No 350, Brampton. Was shovelling cross drains and doing some other necessary jobs for the approaching winter. To night is beautifully clear moonlight and the atmosphere quite mild.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 13</span></h2> <p>Father mother &amp; Viney drove to Brampton this morning and visited Dr Patullo to consult him about Viney's health. Rode "Pollie" the 5 yr old lay mare and sold her to a Mr {blank} from Toronto for $125, received $5.00 on the long air he is buying and very good prices.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_THURSDAY_14.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, THURSDAY 14, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_15"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 15</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SATURDAY_16.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, SATURDAY 16, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_17"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 17</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, THURSDAY 14, 1872</span></h2> <p>Appointed by Lieut. Gov. Howland as a day of thanksgiving to Lord for the bountiful harvest for the Province of Ontario, and to be kept as a public holiday. Took the gun and spent forenoon shooting in the woods, but did not see much game. Took dinner and tea at J.C. Snell's J.M. Jones and wife were there.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 15</span></h2> <p>Led our mare (5 yr old) "Pullie" down to Brampton and delivered her to Jas Grand who bought her and received the balance of the pay $120.00 from him for her. Spent afternoon killing and dressing turkeys and ducks for market. Spent evening at S.S. Teachers Meeting, to dispose of the Tea Party funds of $15.00</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, SATURDAY 16, 1872</span></h2> <p>Last night appropriated $8.00 for copies of the "Christian Advocate" to be distributed among the scholars. Sold to H.C. &amp; Co, 12 turkeys which weighed 114 lbs @ 8 cts per lb, and 10 pairs of ducks @ 50 cts per pair, trial, $14.12, which sum was spent for 1 day of white handled table knives and nickle {sic} silver forks and other articles. Was hauling in the remainder of straw stack into barn.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 17</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres. lesson Raniel III, 26 to 33, subject "The outcast King" Father &amp; mother drove up to J.C. Snell's for dinner and tea; they have some visitors from near Ottawa. Heard Rev John Shaw preach in Brampton to night text, Habbakuk III chap. 4th verse. A clear sharp frosty day.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_MONDAY_18.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, MONDAY 18, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_19"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 19</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_WEDNESDAY_20.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, WEDNESDAY 20, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_21"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 21</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, MONDAY 18, 1872</span></h2> <p>Sold our 6 yr old ram "Champion" to Mr Harris of Derry West for $20.00 cash. Spent the evening at the Lodge, it was held in the Odd Fellows Hall (over Wilkinson's Store), there were five young men initiated, had some information about the Grand Lodge held in Hamilton last week Mailed a "Guardian" to Aunt Jennie</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 19</span></h2> <p>The weather continues dry and cold, the ground has been frozen up all this week. Spent afternoon in Brampton sat for two {?} at J.W. Cole's, they are pretty fairly executed. Spent evening at J.C. Snell's in chit chat he started tonight for Whitby to a Sale of Short {Hams?}.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, WEDNESDAY 20, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was engaged in hauling gravel up from the banks of the Etobicoke for banking up against the stone wall of the house and mould to cover some plants and flowers for the Winter. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's sister Viney in there this is week made her a present of a gold ring worth $2.00</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 21</span></h2> <p>Was lining the buffalo robes with woolen carpet for to make them {?}. Sold to H.C. &amp; Co 22 bush barley @ {$80?} and bought 10 bush of corn @ 62 cts per bush. Got 10 bags barley chopped at mam's. Mr {?} Fox spent the evening here. Received last Friday a letter from Aunt Jennie with photo of uncle John H and his sons</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_FRIDAY_22.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, FRIDAY 22, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_23"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 23</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SUNDAY_24.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, SUNDAY 24, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_25"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 25</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, FRIDAY 22, 1872</span></h2> <p>J.C. Snell brought Viney home she has been there all this week J.C.S. bought a cow at Thompson's Sale for $910.00 on Wednesday. Spent this evening in Brampton hearing Prof. {Lowan?} of New York lecture on Courtship and Marriage and seen him mesmerise a young man so that he had him entirely under his control, it is a wonderful sight.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 23</span></h2> <p>Was hauling on the sleigh (there having been a slight {flung?} of snow) chip manure from the door yard into the front lane, in piles for trees next spring planting also put some around the young apple trees hauled 8 loads. The weather's some milder today Have been feeding the stock for about a week, 4 horses 14 cattle 28 sheep 12 Berkshires</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, SUNDAY 24, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent morning at S. School Supt pres. lesson. Daniel.V. 22 to end of chap. subject, "The hand writing on the wall". A large attendance of scholars the weather being fine and warm. Heard Rev J.G. Scott preach at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M. text, Micah II chao 10th verse, an eloquent sermon J.C. Snell and family spent part of the day here. Staid at home this evening.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 25</span></h2> <p>Was splitting black ash nails in the "other place" bush, they are difficult to split because of the frost in them making the wood very brash. Spent the evening at the Lodge, had a pleasant meeting, "Safe Guard Chronicle" by Dr. Moore and a song from {smudged} Braid "The Old Man's drunk again". The weather is pretty cold.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_TUESDAY_26.2C_1862_.7Bsic.7D"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, TUESDAY 26, 1862 {sic}</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_27"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 27</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_THURSDAY_28.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">November, THURSDAY 28, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_29"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 29</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, TUESDAY 26, 1862 {sic}</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday and have about 60 ash nails split and some cord wood. Spent evening writing a letter to Aunt Jennie and send one of my Photos and a {?} to her and Johnny Harrington my cousin, Ciney is writing to Sarah Peacock.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 27</span></h2> <p>Drove to Brampton this morning with mother and VIney on shopping business and other matters. Heard Rev Mr Russell of Detroit lecture on "Prohibition" this evening in Court House Brampton, he is a very humorous and able speaker and is R.W.C. Templar the highest office in America belonging to I.O.G. Templars.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, THURSDAY 28, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was chopping firewood in the woods and cut my foot bus not seriously, made a fearful gash in my boot. Spent evening at Zion hearing Rev Mr Bradley of England lecture on Temperance but it was only very plainly done and not at all interesting, only a few present. Had quite a snow storm but did not last long. The roads are splendid, as level and smooth as plank</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 29</span></h2> <p>Was chopping all day. A bitter cold day, measuring nearly down to Zero. J.C. Snell bought 8 imported shearling ewes {?} in Markham @ $600. Drove up to J.C.S. this evening for mother, she has been visiting there a day or two.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#November.2C_SATURDAY_30.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">November, SATURDAY 30, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SUNDAY_1.2C_1972_.7Bsic.7D"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">December, SUNDAY 1, 1972 {sic}</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_MONDAY_2.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, MONDAY 2, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_3"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 3</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">November, SATURDAY 30, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday, cut a large dry beach tree. The farm of the late Erastus Bunting was sold by auction at 2 P.M. to a Mr. Armstrong for $5,020, rather a low price, it ought to have brought another $2,000. Received from Aunt Jennie a "Carthage Banner"</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY 1, 1972 {sic}</span></h2> <p>Our folks went to the funeral of Jonathan Pearson's child 2 yr old. Rev J. Shaw preached. Spent forenoon at S. School, Supt pres, lesson Dan. VI, 4 to 10, subject "The Conspiracy against Daniel". Heard Rev J. {?} Scott preach in Brampton tonight, text, Luke XII 48th verse, he spoke strongly against the evils of intemperance and dancing.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, MONDAY 2, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was chopping dry beach in the lower bush, spent evening at the Lodge, three were initiated. "Safeguard Chronicle" by Bro M. Shipley, had a degree meeting after the lodge adjourned about 14 have taken the three degrees there are several passwords and signs and a great many ceremonies.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 3</span></h2> <p>The weather is moderate and some light snow flying now and then, about two inches on the ground at present. Was at the same work as yesterday there a good many dry beaches in that bush. R. Smith, MP spent the evening here in social chat and some lively jokes.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_WEDNESDAY_4.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, WEDNESDAY 4, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#THURSDAY_5"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">THURSDAY 5</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_FRIDAY_6.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, FRIDAY 6, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_7"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 7</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, WEDNESDAY 4, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent an hour at Willow Lodge this forenoon, looking around, they are digging wells, they have a splendid flock of 30 imp. Cotswold shearing ewes, spent the reading some of the writings of Washington {?}, Sold to J. Woodhall 3 lamb skins @ 2.50.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">THURSDAY 5</span></h2> <p>Was at the chopping again today Spent the evening at Mr John Wiggins, No 13, 1st line East, in company with some young people in chat and games chequres and dominoes interspersed with wit from Mr D. Ledlow, the party broke up at an early hour.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, FRIDAY 6, 1872</span></h2> <p>Killed and dressed for food 5 Berkshires 7 months old, which average 140 lbs each, it is first class pork, sweet and tender. Spent evening at Choir Practice a large attendance preparing for Missionary Meetings next week. R. Crawford from Whitby is here on a visit.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 7</span></h2> <p>There has been several meetings this week at different places in the cause of the new railroad scheme, it is creating a great deal of excitement. At No 10 shop, got the horses shack shod on front feet, one span only. There is scarcely enough snow to make sleighing.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SUNDAY_8.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, SUNDAY 8, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_9"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 9</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_TUESDAY_10.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, TUESDAY 10, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_11"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 11</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY 8, 1872</span></h2> <p>Spent forenoon at S. School Supt pres. lesson Daniel Vi 10 to 24, "In the den of Lions" a very interesting lesson, Rev B. Sherlock preached at Zion at 3 P.M., text, Isaiah XXV, 6,7,8, it was the Missionary Anniversary sermon, the Choir sang aon after the piece from the "Organ". Heard Rev W W. Rose of Toronto preach in Brampton tonight, text, Acts, XI, 26th verse</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 9</span></h2> <p>The vote for the {?} of $70,000, to the G.T. Railway was taken today and was carried by a majority of III. Spent the evening at the Missionary Meeting in Brampton W.M. {Chuneh.?} speeches by Revs. Ross, Starr and Sexsmith and music by the Choir. Great rejoicing over the vote, had a large bonfire and a free supper.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, TUESDAY 10, 1872</span></h2> <p>The weather is very cold. Was chopping dry beach in lower bush. Mrs J.C. Snell and her little folks are here for a couple of days on a visit. The opposers to the G.T. Railway are very much displeased and cannot see that the road will benefit them, but they are blind to their own interests.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 11</span></h2> <p>Was helping Mr Wan. Newhouse to thresh barley and wheat. Had a head {?} for threshing but it was a lovely day clear and frosty. It was dark before we finished and had to have a lantern in the barn.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_THURSDAY_12.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, THURSDAY 12, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_13"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 13</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SATURDAY_14.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, SATURDAY 14, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_15"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 15</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, THURSDAY 12, 1872</span></h2> <p>Chopped, split and piled about 2 cords of dry beech. {Davson?} Modeland came down from Seaforth on a short visit is going back on Monday next. J.C. Snell offered us $100, for 5 of our best ewes but we refused it. Bought of John Learmont a fine 3 yr old ewe @ $10.00.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 13</span></h2> <p>Was at the same work as yesterday. Took a sleigh load of our folks down to Brampton tonight to hear Rev A. Russel of Detroit lecture on "The Relation of Prohibition to Political Economy", he is an able speaker and quite humorous, the Concert Hall was not quite filled,</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, SATURDAY 14, 1872</span></h2> <p>Steady cold weather just enough snow to make poor sleighing. Drove sister Viney to Brampton this evening on business, had my hair docked at J.E. Wood's shop. Spent rest of the evening at home reading the news, Mr J.D. Armstrong of New York came to Brampton with his bride, on a visit R. Crawford left here today</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 15</span></h2> <p>Spent forenoon at S. School Supt pres, lesson, Daniel IX 16 to 23, "Prayer and Answer" the lessons for this Quarter have all been very interesting and instructive. Heard Rev W. McFadden preach in Brampton text, Isiah IV. lovely verses.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, MONDAY 16, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was drawing on the sleigh rails, which made fence between the two fields across the Etobicoke up into a pile behind the barn the two fields thrown into one make 10 acres. Spent the evening at the Lodge, two initiated, several readings, Safeguard Chronicle by Sister M. Robb and pretty well edited.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 17</span></h2> <p>Finished the job of yesterday about 300 nails, a good many of them inferior quality mostly Hack ash. Started hauling up the firewood from lower bush. Mrs Grimshaw and Miss J.C.F. Snell and Viney went to High School Examinations today. Spent evening reading "Self Help" by {Smiles?}</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, WEDNESDAY 18, 1872</span></h2> <p>Was busy all day in drawing firewood and pilling it 8 ft high, close in front of the wood shed. Received a letter from uncle Adam containing $10.50 {greenbacks?}, for to pay the taxes on his {?} farms, he has sold his Missouri farm to James Tompson, 4th line East, @ $30. per acre, 80 acres - $2400.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_FRIDAY_20.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, FRIDAY 20, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SATURDAY_21"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SATURDAY 21</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SUNDAY_22.2C_1972_.7Bsic.7D"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, SUNDAY 22, 1972 {sic}</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#MONDAY_23"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">MONDAY 23</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, FRIDAY 20, 1872</span></h2> <p>Had quite a big snow storm last night about 10 inches on the level. Drove my sisters over to school with the sleigh, today is the examination it passed off well and is the credit of the teacher Miss S.A. Smith. Spent the evening in Brampton at a meeting to organize an Association of all the S. Schools in the town for the Mutual improvement of the teachers, to have weekly meetings to study the lesson.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SATURDAY 21</span></h2> <p>Completed hauling all the wood that I have chopped in both the woods about 13 cords, have 4 cords of dry wood at the house left over from last year, making 13 ends. Martin Shipley had an Auction Sale of Harness and sold a great deal at good prices, bought a whip @ 65 cts and a {?} comb @ 15 cts.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, SUNDAY 22, 1972 {sic}</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning Supt pres lesson, Daniel XII, subject "The Glorious Resurrection" Heard Rev John Shaw preach at Zion at 2 1/2 P.M. text Psalms XXXVII, 37th verse, "Mark the perfect man and behold the upright; for the end of that man is peace". At daybreak the mercury sank 14 degrees below zero, it was intensely cold all day.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">MONDAY 23</span></h2> <p>A very cold bustering day. Spent part of the day at Edmonton in John Hall, the nomination of Reeves and Councillors for next year. J. Bowles was elected Reeve. J.P. Hutton, J. Holtby and J. Henderson were nominated for Deputy Reeves only two requires: E.J. Haggard and Joshua Modeland elected Councillors. Spent evening at the Lodge, had speeches and readings.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_TUESDAY_24.2C_1862_.7Bsic.7D"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, TUESDAY 24, 1862 {sic}</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#WEDNESDAY_25"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">WEDNESDAY 25</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_THURSDAY_26.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, THURSDAY 26, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#FRIDAY_27"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">FRIDAY 27</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, TUESDAY 24, 1862 {sic}</span></h2> <p>The weather has moderated some but still very cold, a little below zero. Went to W.K. Graham's Dental Office, Brampton, and had 3 teeth filled, one of them had been filled before but had come out, fee $1.50, paid 25 cents for a box of powder for to clean teeth. Bought $2.00 worth of presents for Christmas for my sisters.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">WEDNESDAY 25</span></h2> <p>A strong cold N.E. wind all day with fine hard snow, made it very disagreeable sleigh riding. Drove to Brampton this morning and brought up Jennie Peacock J.C. Snell and family came down to spend the day and to Christmas dinner. Spent the day and evening at home quietly and pleasantly.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, THURSDAY 26, 1872</span></h2> <p>The storm has not yet abated its fury, the mercury below zero, a strong N.N.E. wind with hard dry snow makes it very uncomfortable being out of doors. Drove Jennie Peacock to Brampton and got the Christmas number of the "Christian Guardian". J.C. Snell and family staid all last night here because of the storm.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">FRIDAY 27</span></h2> <p>Mr Christopher Faux came here last evening to spend a day or two. The snow has quit falling and is now drifting with a high West wind. J.C. Snell came after his wife and children at noon today. {?} Ferguson has been here all week. Spent the day in threshing peas with flail and cleaning them 7 bush.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <div class="toc"> <div class="toctitle"> <h2>Contents</h2> <span class="toctogglespan"></span></div> <ul><li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_SATURDAY_28.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">1</span> <span class="toctext">December, SATURDAY 28, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#SUNDAY_29"><span class="tocnumber">2</span> <span class="toctext">SUNDAY 29</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#December.2C_MONDAY_30.2C_1872"><span class="tocnumber">3</span> <span class="toctext">December, MONDAY 30, 1872</span></a></li> <li class="toclevel-1"><a href="#TUESDAY_31"><span class="tocnumber">4</span> <span class="toctext">TUESDAY 31</span></a></li> </ul></div> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, SATURDAY 28, 1872</span></h2> <p>The weather is pleasant once more. Father drove {?} Faux to Brampton and got the news papers and a large pane of glass for to light up the poultry house. The vote yesterday on the upper part of this County for to grant a bonus to the Hamilton &amp; N. Western R.R. was lost by a majority of 400. Bought the "Canadian Almanac" containing a great deal of information, 160 tapes.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">SUNDAY 29</span></h2> <p>Went to S. School this morning, Supt pres. lesson, Psalm, C XXXVII, "A review of all the lessons of the past Quarter", showing the many good qualities Daniel had. The "British Workman" and the "S. School Advocate" were distributed among the scholars of our school. Heard Rev J.G. Scott preach in Brampton tonight, text John VII 68th.</p> <h2><span></span><span class="mw-headline">December, MONDAY 30, 1872</span></h2> <p>A mild bright day. Was boiling in the large furnace pot barley, peas, and potatoes, for hob feed. Egerton and I drove "Charlie" in the cutter up to J.C. Snell's and to Willow Lodge to inspect the live Stock, which are all in good trim and heart for this season. Brought down from J.C.S.' the Dee, number of "Ladies Repository" for own perusal.</p> <h2><span class="mw-headline">TUESDAY 31</span></h2> <p>Spent last evening at the Lodge in the Wesleyan Vestry, had a visitor, Mr Robert Cooley, of "(smudged} Lodge" he gave us a short recitation "Safeguard Chronicle" by Bro C.Y. Moore on the history of Good Templarism. Spent this day in fanning barley for chopping and seed next spring, and at other needful jobs about the barnyard. A mild cloudy day.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <p>Wheat sold during the year</p> <p>22 bush @1.25 = 27.50</p> <p>46 ½ “ @1.45 = 66.83</p> <p>14 “ @1.29 = 18.00</p> <p>New</p> <p>87 “ @1.19 = 103.00</p> <p>170 $ 215.33</p> <pre> Gristing 55 bush </pre> <p>170 bush sold</p> <pre> 55 Gristed </pre> <p>225</p> <p>Spring seeding 25 bush peas 36 “ oats Sheep</p> <p>Ram lambs $108</p> <p>Ewe “ 105</p> <p>Wool Skins</p> <p>Fat sheep 133</p> <p>$346</p> <p>Berkshires -- $100.</p> <p>Barley sold during year $ c</p> <p>42 bush @New .58</p> <p>51 “ @ .58</p> <p>61 “ @ .66</p> <p>22 “ @ .58</p> <p>196 “ $ 108.50</p> <p>chopped for feed</p> <p>100 bush barley</p> <pre> 20 for seed </pre> <p>316 bush barley</p> <p>Cattle</p> <p>Prince -- $125</p> <p>Cow Hide -- 43</p> <p>$168</p> <p>Horses Porlic (?) -- $125.</p> </div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To M. Shipley for buggy harness</p> </td> <td> <p>$ cts</p> </td> <td> <p>$</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>20</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ J. Coyneon acc/ for pr of girls boots &amp; sundress</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>27</p> </td> <td> <p>From J.C.Snell for 6 Berkshires</p> </td> <td> <p>50 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>To J.C.S. subsc^ionfor Co. Gentleman and Copy of Annual Register of Rural Affairs</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 30</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>30</p> </td> <td> <p>For 500 cedar rails to A. McColl</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>20 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>“ “ Do for 4 gate posts</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 25</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>50 00</p> </td> <td> <p>48 55</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>48 55</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cr $</p> </td> <td> <p>1 45</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, JANUARY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>6^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Took to Steam Mill for chopping -- --</p> </td> <td> <p>8 bags</p> </td> <td> <p>barley</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 do</p> </td> <td> <p>peas</p> </td> </tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, FEBRUARY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>1872</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ cts</p> </td> <td> <p>$ c</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2^nd</p> </td> <td> <p>To j.P. Hutton for 400 ft Cumb</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5 67</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>5^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Membership fees to Mechanics Institute good for 11 months</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 80</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Quarterly dues to “Safeguard Lodge”</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>30</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>10^th</p> </td> <td> <p>A. McColl for 500 stakes</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>8 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>Travelling expenses while hauling cedar</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>13th</p> </td> <td> <p>Sheet Music and sundry other articles</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>16^th&amp; 17^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Gristing apples, Music and sundry articles</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>10 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>29 47</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, FEBRUARY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Sent to Osborn Missouri to J. Ferguson</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>35 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>19th</p> </td> <td> <p>Donation to Mr. Millard -- ---</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23^rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Cash for 1 sheep skin for W. Hurst</p> </td> <td> <p>1 75</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 75</p> </td> <td> <p>37 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Balance rot over</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>29 47</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>66 47</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Payments in excess of Receipts -- --</p> </td> <td> <p>$</p> </td> <td> <p>64 72</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15th</p> </td> <td> <p>Took to Stream Mill for chopping</p> </td> <td> <p>8 bags</p> </td> <td> <p>barley</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4 do</p> </td> <td> <p>peas</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Took to Stream Mill for Gristing</p> </td> <td> <p>18 bush</p> </td> <td> <p>wheat</p> </td> </tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, MARCH</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>13^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Received for 42 bush barley from J. W. Main @ 58cts</p> </td> <td> <p>24 60</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>14th</p> </td> <td> <p>For 1 ton of plaster</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>7 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17th</p> </td> <td> <p>To Miss S. Snell Coll.t for W.M. Missionary Society</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>18^th</p> </td> <td> <p>At Buntinge Sale for Dried Apples</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>26^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To Magnum and Bannister for Wall Papers &amp;c.</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>28^th</p> </td> <td> <p>From J.W. Main for 22 bush wheat @ 1.25</p> </td> <td> <p>27 50</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>52 10</p> </td> <td> <p>16 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, MARCH</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23^rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Took to Stream Mill for chopping --</p> </td> <td> <p>8 bags</p> </td> <td> <p>barley</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3 do</p> </td> <td> <p>peas</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>“</p> </td> <td> <p>and 1 bush wheat to crack for mush</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>31st</p> </td> <td> <p>Cash Receipts in excess of expenditures</p> </td> <td> <p>35 60</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, APRIL</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9^th</p> </td> <td> <p>From William Caesar his note due in 9 months from date for $125.00 for “Coral Princes”</p> </td> <td> <p>125 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11^th</p> </td> <td> <p>From J. Fallace for a sheepskin</p> </td> <td> <p>2 75</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>18th</p> </td> <td> <p>From J. Learment timothy seed 35 lbs</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20^th</p> </td> <td> <p>From K.C. &amp; Co timothy and 55 lbs</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4 25</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>23rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Sundries from K. Chisholm’s Store</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>8 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>24^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To Danbarn &amp; Co Toronto Wholesale dealers in seeds, fruits, &amp;c. for 12 lbs orchard grass</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 50</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>27^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To Hamilton for apple trees</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 75</p> </td> <td> <p>23 75</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, APRIL</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>20^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Sowed 27 bush oats</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>29^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Do 14 bush barley</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>May 1^st</p> </td> <td> <p>Do 6 bush barkey</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr></tbody></table></div> <div class="mw-parser-output"> <table><tbody><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACOUNT, MAY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>4^th</p> </td> <td> <p>From J. Fallace for the cow Pink 7 years old and calf 7 weeks old</p> </td> <td> <p>41 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>6^th</p> </td> <td> <p>For horse bits and other sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>9^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To G. Hamilton for trees</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>3 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>11^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To J.B. Magnum for a small alarm clock</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> <p>To Haggert Bros for iron tea kettle &amp;</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>2 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> <p>Sundries</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>5 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>17^th</p> </td> <td> <p>To K.C. &amp; Co. for Dry Goods</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>14 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> <p>To Leslie for ½ bush of Garnet Chilis</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>Do</p> </td> <td> <p>T0 Dawson for 1 bush Early Rose</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>1 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>25^th</p> </td> <td> <p>For two fat ewes</p> </td> <td> <p>14 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>29^th</p> </td> <td> <p>“ glass and nails</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>4 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>$</p> </td> <td> <p>55</p> </td> <td> <p>35 00</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>CASH ACCOUNT, MAY</p> </td> <td> <p>Received</p> </td> <td> <p>Paid</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> <td> <p>$ C</p> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>6^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Chopped at Main’s Stream Mill 6 bags barley and two bags peas</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>2^nd&amp; 3^rd</p> </td> <td> <p>Sowed 25 bush peas</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>15^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Sowed on fallow 9 bush oats</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> <p>18^th&amp; 24^th</p> </td> <td> <p>Planted 14 bush potatoes on nearby ¾ open acre</p> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cash Receipts $</p> </td> <td> <p>55 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Cash Payments</p> </td> <td> <p>35 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr><tr><td> </td> <td> <p>Balance $</p> </td> <td> <p>20 00</p> </td> <td> </td> </tr></tbody></table></div> transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/db334564bc99c08190b34b44caa87cfc.pdf 13f285510fc7832ed2d6778464637f38 PDF Text Text ����������������� https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/0781d01486eb4c4185cc0037e5ff230b.pdf 0fe6f7d693649a32b3edffb20037e150 PDF Text Text Carver Simpson (1859-1949) 1878 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers C.W. Simpsons Diary book for 1878 2 September Salisbury and I took Walker to Fergus and had a good time. drunk my first glass of pop, and last for a while. 3 I finished Aunt Sarah's stable and other articles. I got a new pair of shoes at Green's 1.75 Do. 4 I went out on a hunting expadition and got five pigeons, I saw two crayons and about twenty ducks, I saw one partridge I failed on shooting it. 5 I had another skirmish and got four pigeons I saw a crayon and one duck. 6 the first plovers are making thir appearance we started to sow falweat in the fallow I killed a black squirrel the first I had seen for two years it was a god runner. 7 I harrowed in the afternoon and was grately relieved at the going down of the sun. 8 I went to sunday school in the morning and kept house in the afternoon. 9 I harrowed the fal wheat and I sold one hive to Jessie Walker for seven dollars credit {pg} 2 10 Raining, I am making a game bag 11 Raining, I helped Alpaws to take up the hives and we had a severe job at it they stayed all night he gave a dollar for the combes and fifty cents for brood he paid 13 dollars and 75 cents toward the hives he is to get in the spring I bought a hive from him Smiths patent I gave 1.25 for it and cleaned hives for spring 12 Raining, Salisbury Shot a blacksqurrel and I stuffed it. I made a bellows for smoaking bees out of hives and sirplus boxes 13 Took sirplus boxes off and cleaned hives for next Spring 14 Berty and I had a capital good chase after a black squirrel in Coins bush lost it �15 Sunday I went to sunday school in the morning and to church in the afternoon 16 Putting up a building 17 Election day Salisbury went to Town at night and there was great fun {p g } 3 18 I went to the swamp in the afternoon and it is very wet. I shot one pigeon and one duck. 19 Putting in falwheat. 20 Aunt Sarah'sale Pa bot a plough and some other useless articles. I went to the lake and shot three ducks it was so stormy I could not get them off it. 21 I went to the swamp after 3 o clock but got nothing. 22 Sunday I went to Sunday School and Church 23 I am fixing up things at home. 24 I shot 7 six black birds, and stuffed one. They were capitable good eating. 25 I shot at a big hawk it had a rooster eating 26 I sat in the hous and red [read] to the evening I killed a black squirrel with Berry's help it was a roadster it took the gravel for it. 27 I went too the swamp this afternoon, and I shot one partridge, and a black squirrel. 28 Breakin Prince and he went first rate. {pg} 4 29 I went to Sunday, and Church in the afternoon 30 I shot a hen hawk. nailed up the stable. 1 November I took the boards off Hasman's house and killed a black squirrel on my way good fun. 2 Thrashing, the wheat was only midling. �3 Thrashing the rye it is nothing extra, we have about 100 and 25 bushels of barley. 4 Making a decoy duck 5 went to shoot in the afternoon I saw 4 partidges and 4 ducks. There were 5 men after a bear on Marshall's nole, they did not get it. 6 I went to sunday School and Church 7 I put away the sirplus {surplus} boxes and hives for next year, I am making a neckyock {neckyoke} for the buggie. 8 I went to caladon lake's this afternoon I saw some greabes, they travelled under water I couldn't get near enough to them, to get a shot at them. 9 I went to the agricultural shoe {show} in Orangeville, it was only a poor affair, it was only about half as good as it was last year. {pg} 5 10 Killed a tombtit and stuffed it. 11 I stuffed a grose {grouse} 12 I went to shoot after two oclock And I shot three 4 partiridges and a rabit {rabbit}. it was the best hunt of the season. I took up the last hive we are going to take up Ma Pa and Gatie have gon {gone} to move Aunt Sarah to her new housh {house} Uncle and Jessie went also 13 Anniversary I went to practice in the morning and church in the afternoon and evening 14 I took the partridges to the village and I gave one to Charley Crawford and sold the others for 50 cents cash when I got home old Mr. Ringrose was there with a big owl for me. I stuffed it that afternoon its the best yet 15 Ma, Pa, Gatie and I went to Meribor {???} we got ther about 5 o clock and had a good night 16 we went to Draton {Drayton perhaps} and had a boss time there 17 Rained all day and we sat in the house and talked. I went to Uncle Richards after dinner and to Cliftons for tea he is geting along very well �{pg} 6 18 We started for home we got home at 5 o clock I upset a man in Alora {Elora?} he was very cross the people were all laughing at him is buggie was all right. We broak {broke} the buggie as usual and started the rail business. 19 I got the rest of the northern spies 3 bags. I went to Coin's bush and shot two blacksquirrels the first snowstorm as ben to day very cold 20 I went to Sunday School and to Church in afternoon 21 I went to town this morning and puttied up the windows. Started to get up the ternups {turnips} 22 Getting up the ternups {turnips} butchered a sheep 23 I shot two wild ducks at Billy Ingrums pond they were flying. I killed them both at one shot they are the first of that species I have saw {seen} I stuffed them they are the third 5 pair I have shot this year. 24 I took Minnnie, Gatie and Hextall to the village. Hextall is going to put Aunt Sarahs kitchen up. Berry and myself are getting up ternups {turnips} to day Walker sent me a book called animal life it is a {continued on next page} {pg} 7 very nice book, a reward for taking care of his bees it cost 1.50 25 I went to the swamp after two o clock and shot one partirdge and blew it into pieces, there was a shour {shower} of fresh meat, the dog had a good feed. 26 I was going to shoot but it was so wet I could not 27 everything is white with snow, very cold the trees are whited over with frost it is thoughing {thawing} on 28 I killed about twenty chickens. It is winter if ever we had it icicles two feet long snow one foot and a half deep in drifts the ground will bear you walkin on it, it is frozen so hard Pa bought a cow from Mis Bucamon, for 20 dollars. �29 We have had a though {thaw} to day. Finished the ternups {turnips} to day I saw a flock of snowbirds the first I had seen this fall. Hextall went to Aunt Saras to work at the house 30 I built up the stonework, between the beams of the new stable, and plastered the chimney of the house and got up the beat {beet} and cabage before haloene {Halloween?} 31 Freezing up hard and tite as the old saying goes {pg} 8 I am helping Pa with a sheep pen 30 by 56 roof spaniel built the fire places up, with stone and bricks 1 November I went to town got a suit of cloths twead 125 a yard. Pa as got his sheep pen raised 2 I am making pumpshade very cold 3 Sunday I staid at home all day 4 Pruned the grape vines I went to the swamp and saw two patridges and a nigger I did not {shoot anything?} 5 Killed six pair of chickens an two pair ducks I went to Aunt Sarahs to work at the kitcheon we raised it in the afternoon with the help of Berry Jim and Abiathar and got one side borded in 6 got other side boarded in and Berry worked in my pace And I came home and killed 28 turkeys Sold 13 pigeons to Crosier for 95¢ they left him that day 9 Shingling at Aunt Sarahs. Sold the turkeys 7 cents a/ lbs We had 23.30 worth My Share came to 7 50 10 Went to Sunday school and to Church in the afternoon 11 Shingling in the morning and went up to the town in the afternoon and had a good chat with Wilson and Isaac Reid about hunting and fishing {pg} 9 12 Raised the another building and boarded it in and sheeted it 13 Shingling �14 Shingling and dressing cornice. Hextall and I went to the blew {blue} ribbon meeting and had a good time 15 Put the cormice on and I came home in the afternoon there was an engine off the track and I saw them put it on and started on at a good old rate for the junction. I got a pair of long boots at Greens for 2.7 8 5 16 Killed a goose for Sunday I went the swamp and saw one partridge Cut up a pork and salted it 17 I went to Sunday school in the morning and Church 18 Ploughing sod. Went to Church in the evening. 19 I gangploughed in the morning and ploughed sod in the afternoon and went to Church in the evening 20 I am helping Hextall to put new woodwork in the horse power I went to Church in the evening 21 Very warm the bees are hanging out on the hives the flies are flying about in the fields. I saw a butterfly flying about like summer. I am ribbing this morning and helping Hextall with the power in the afternoon. And I went to church in the evening. {pg} 10 22 I was ribbing in the morning and helping with the horsepower in the afternoon. 23 I was fixing up places for winter 24 I went to Sunday School in the morning and to Church in the afternoon 25 I went to hunt and had a good old tramp through the swamp I got one partridge 26 I am making an axe handle went to Church 27 Sam Reid and I went to shoot twas a day ever to be remembered, We tramped the swamp from 9 to 5 oclock We saw one rabbit and two ducks and 3 partridges We got nothing I never was so near don out in all my hunts We were wet through to the broges 28 Fixing up things for winter �29 Making latches for the doors. I went to the swamp for arms for the thrashing machine I shot at a duck on the lake and shot a bird of a new species. 30 Salisbury and I went to the swamp for timber We saw two partridges but We had no gun 31 I went to Sunday school and to Church the Rev {Joe?} preached {pg} 11 2 Dec Setting the old machine to thrash 3 I went to the village this morning I bought a tackhammer and hungarian nails and clout nails. R Perfect paid 140 for gravel. I set traps for weasels at Ingrums 4 Choring around 5 Made a wooden rat trap 6 tried the old machine 7 Thrashed the spring wheat and some rhy rye 8 Went to Church and to Sunday School 9 Thrashing finished the rye and started the fal wheat made bos work I took the rakes 10 Finished thrashing all but 3 loads of peas I was chasing a rat round the pea stack at the rate of 15 miles a nower and all at once I came to a full stop with the one side of the of the pea stack roof one me the first thing I new I new nothing. 11 Got the bees in very stormy 12 I went to town to carpenter with hextall 13 Workin in town. putting in an oak floor {pg} 12 14 Finished the floor and came home got a letter from Walker to day 15 I went to Sunday School and to church in the afternoon and evening to Orangeville Dr Edgar preached the same sermond both times �16 Monday I went to D. Wilcoxes floored the woodshed 17 Put up the pa{r}tition and boarded it up 18 Went to hear the last loaf and it was not so bad for a lot of old women 18 Lathed, and went to an guction {auction} and bot a pair of moccasines for 50 cents 19 Lathed. Came home in the evening to meet Walker he is a swell if there ever was one, he b{r}ought Jessie Milner with him to see her friends in Orangeville. He b{r}ought me 7 1/2 lbs of chilled shot and a box of caps 20 Wento my old bo{a}rding house and continued my lathing 21 Finished all we had ready for lathing. We came home and had a good time on our road home we had a fal to on the road {pg} 13 22 Sunday Hextall brought the Stevensons up this {cut off}We had a pleasant day with them, we went to Church in the afternoon 23 Very stormy went to the Orange Soiree in the evening it was the best entertainment we ever had around these parts speaches by Rev Mckay Dr Bar Rev Griffeth Dr Luc Dr. Fase Rev Carson. Excellant music 24 Stormy I was painting a birdcase and other artic{les?} 25 Stormy we had a good old game of footbal and an excellant ride on horseback 26 Stormy, killed 3 Geese and 3 turkey 27 Went to the village 28 Crushing rye and peas, Caught a weasel and it amputated the leg 29 Went to town in the the morning we wen{t} to the Primitive Church and spent the day at Stevensons, went to the C.M. Church in the evening. Spent a very pleasant day 30 Went to J Mays for Saw dust for aunt Sarahs kitchion. Mr. Linch and A. Hughson calle this eve �{pg} 14 31 Stormy sitting in the house most of the time 1 Jan Fine weather stuffed three snow birds and other small birds red and grey 2 Stormy Walker went to Woo{d}stock 3 Stormy I fixed up the henshouse with sawdust 4 Stormy cleaning up wheat. Trapped a squirrel 5 fine I went to Sunday School and Church 5 fine I went to School barbered two Walkers 7 Cold I went to school he put us thoug the drill{?} 8 School meeting day. Cleaned up wheat Trapped a red Squirrel they were two nice ones 9 Fine went to school learnt considerable 10 Cold moved straw of the hay put on a load of hay, cleaned up the peas 11 Cold started with the haye and upset I went to town in the evening and brough Miss Stevenson up, Berry got a dog a colie it is blue and black spots he is a tailer 12 I went to Sunday school. Church in the afternoon to Town in the evening went Church {pg} 15 13 Went to school went through the drill and other artic{les} 14 Pleasant. Went to school 15 V C. Went to school 16 Cold Went to school 17 Tokens of a thaw. Went to school 18 Cold lost our though. Went to the swamp and broak roads. Went to the P.C. �19 Cold Went to Sunday school. kept house in after{noon} 20 Cold Went to school 21 Stormy Went to School 22 Tokens of a though Went to school 23 Warm Went to School 23 Fine Went to school 24 Very Stormy Making a pair of snowshoes 25 Stormy working in the house 26 Fine Went to sundayschool and Church 27 Thoughing Went to school 28 Warm Went to school. Sandy and dexter had a great fight sandy was no 1 29 Warm Went to School {pg} 16 30 Warm. Went to school 31 Warm Went to school. I have got some kind of a distemter {distemper?} I ffel like Jobe of old 1 February Cold. Cleaning up wheat. went to the P.C. 2 Cold Went to sundayschool and taid at home in the afternoon 3 Fine Went to school. Berry gave colie away to Manary 4 Warm Staid at home. put on a load of hay Went to the blue ribbon meeting verry good 5 Snowing Went to school colie 6 Cold Went to schol. Caught a red squirrel in my wooden trap bos catch �7 Cold Went to school. The Meribur folks came down J Smith Mrs Smith and child P. Loury {Lowry?} Mrs Loury {Lowry?} Mrs Davis, and B. Walker 8 Cold The folks went to Wilcoxes. I fixed up a case of birds. And went to Orangeville in the evening. We had a good evening at home 9 Stormy Sunday staid at home and gossiped all day {pg} 17 10 Warmish Went to school the folks went to Wilcoxes J Smith and family staid at our place this evening 11 Tokens of a though {thaw} the folks went home after a good old visit. I went to school 11 Stormy Went to school 12 Cold Went to school 13 Cold Went to school 14 Very Cold. Hextall and I butchered old Ingrum she was very good beaf she weighed about 6 hundred 15 Cold choring around 16 Cold Went to Sunday school and Church 17 Cold Went to school I had a very bad night I slept about two ours and spent my grand holiday in bed 18 The marrage of Albert and Elizabeth took place Albert in his castor hat and Elizabeth in her silks with long vails and painted face it was a killer on the geese and turkeys. 19 Cold my ealth is returnining slowly I had another bad night slept about 4 ours out of {cut off} {pg}18 20 Sickin bed in spells 21 Worse and more of it laid in bed �22 Better took a change in the night, got a letter from Walker to day 23 Staid at home all day 24 Went to school. I saw a skylark the first bird that returns in the spring 25 Very stormy Went to school 26 V. Stormy Went to school. the Webster family came to have a visit they had a good time 27 Cold Went to school 28 Cold Went to school 1 March fine a though. {thaw} Choring around 2 Warm. Went to school had some rasling{?} and other plays{?} 4 Warm Went to school 5 Stormy hail snow rain and wind mixed Went to school through it all 6 fine Went to College {pg} 19 7 Warm. Went to school. Trapped a fine cat in the cage trap we made him run the gontlet{gauntlet} I shot at him, but my squib was too light he escaped 8 Thunderstorm. Cleaned up wheat 9 Great though {thaw} Went to sunday school and church the {illegible} Stevenson family came up to our house we had a very pleasant afternoon and even{ing} 10 Thoughing {thawing}. Crows are flying about like summer and the sky larks are singing their March song{?} Went to school very muddy, the roads are about as bad as they can be 11 Cold Went to school 12 Mild Went to school, Sam Reid came home from lumbering 13 Went to school �14 Cold Went to school 15 Cold Went to town David Hunter and Henry Carson were took to gaol for stealing {illegible} from Gilchrists 16 Cold went to sunday school and church {continued on next page} {pg} 20 Uncle Richard and Aunt Rebecca came down to see Grandmama 17 Cold. Making a goose house and crushing oats 18 Cold. Went to to school great gymnastics on a pole. 19 Cold. Went to the swamp and got out posts 20 Warm getting out posts got out about 70 Uncle Richard went home this morning 21 Warm. Getting out posts we cut over 80 We saw a hen hawk the first this spring the raccoons have roused from their winter slumber. We saw a great many tracks. 22 An east storm. I went to Stringers with some work 23 Stormy Went to sunday school and Church 24 Thoughing{thawing} Went to the swamp got out the remainder of the posts. I stuffed two sparrows. I shot them in the garden 25 Warm. Drawing posts, got about 130 hauled home. I snared a rabbit it was caught by the two hind legs, some animal eat the head off it. 26 Warm. Went to the swamp and finished drawing posts {pg} 21 27 Cold. Went to the swamp and got out posts 28 Mild. Went for more posts finished them �29 Thoughing {thawing} started for the swamp and had to turn back. We had a skylark hunt I shot one and had it in my hands. I thought it was dy giving its dying kicks. and I opened my hand and it flew far away over hill and dale, out of sight 30 Cold. Went to sunday school and Church 31 Warm and fine Salisbury and I went to the swamp we got out about 75 stakes, I saw one partridge 1 April Fine. I am making eave troughs and tinkering about. Pa got two cows from Farmer making four for this season 2 Cold, Minnie and Samuel Reid were married, we had a nice little party, they went away about four oclock on their wedding tour to the flourishing village now called Weston 3 Cold, Making horse troughs for the barn, and went to the grange in the afternoon {continued on next page} {pg} 22 The snow birds have left us. And the robin come in its place 4 Cold, went to the swamp and got a load of poles, and a load of stakes. 5 Cold, We went to the swamp and got out poles and one load of stakes and posts 6 Fine, Went to sunday school and church 7 Warm. The pigeon hawks have come back I saw two to day, we went to the swamp and got out 30 posts and three crooks for a rack. I saw two partridge 8 Warm. I went out to hunt groundhogs in Coins bush. I shot two, one got into the hole before I could get to it, the snow was so deep it was with great labor that I travelled at all. Salisbury and I am working at the troughs 9 Very warm. Working at the troughs, we got the troughs up, Berry put up a scaffold and was in the act of chinning on it when all at once it broke down with him he was hanging on a pole, his arms and legs were stretched to the last degree 10 Very cold and stormy snowing blowing and freezing. {continued on next page} �{pg} 23 There was a snow white bird flew over this morning, I watched it untill its whiteness mingled with the clouds and{was seen} I saw it no more as did Monk Phenex of old. I am sitting in the house, I made a picture frame and some other articles. Hextall put up his wind mill to day and it went splendid. it is second to none only electric light 11 Cold. I made two picture frames, and other work 12 Fine. I am pottering around 13 Fine morning, I went to sunday school and staid at home in the afternoon it wet snows 14 Warm. Minnie is moving, I went up with them to their log cabin. We called for Jessie Walker and we had a first rate time, trailed the sleigh through the mud or rather on the gravel. The moving created quite a sensation one sheep hung its self. I was sorry I did not come across it in time to make mutton of it. Berry went to Dunnings sawing bee to day 15 Warm. I finished bracketing the horse troughs. {pg} 24 and made two picture frames. I saw a crane this evening, I think the water must be rather cold for its delicate shins. Berry got lumber for bee hives. 16 Fine I made a work bench, and fixed up a case of birds for Minnie 17 Coldish. I started to make hives got one made Berry and I took a cow and some hens to Sams 18 Warm Berry and I set out the bees we have 43 hives alive and one one gone up, only one died out of 43 hives. Beet that old Alpough if you can 19 Warm J Walker came for their bees, they got another hive. I went down with them to set ther out for them, and Uncle said he was afraid that they would get boss of him. Thrashed the remainder of the peas 20 Went to sunday school and to meeting 21 Warm We started to plough sod the frost is not out only about 4 inches �22 Warm. ploughing. I shot at a diver on Ingrums pond and it dived and then flew, {continued on next page} {pg} 25 it was the first duck of the season it escaped. I saw one swallow. The frogs have begun to croak. 23 Fine I am ploughing sod 24 Fine. Cleaning out the hives, we have 41 Stacks. I had a great hunt for a turkey nest this after noon, they are nearly as wild as the as partridges. I found the nest in Coin's bush the partridges were drumming and the gobbler was dowing {doing} his best to make himself at home with great hooting and slashing of {gads?} I got them out of the bush and drove them home 24 Wet ploughing and sitting in the house by spells. I killed a snake Sandy scratched it out of its hole 25 Warm ploughing sod 26 Warm ploughing and so forth 27 Warm. Went to sunday school and kept house in the after noon, Minnie and Sam came to and we had a nice day Berry and I took them home in the evening. We drove very hard coming home to keep a head of the storm {pg} 26 28 Coolish Finished ploughing the sod I started grafting, I put in about 40 29 Warm and showry. I am gang ploughing in wheat. Charls. Palma(e)r came to buy bees we sol(d) him twelve hives at six dollars a hive He paid 22 dollars and is going to send a check on the bank of Commerce for $50 30 Snowing Very cold I am harrowing with mits on, and a scarf around my waist. C.Palmer came and got his bees. Berry went to Sams to work 1 May Cold I still keep to the mits and muffler I shot two ducks and wounded the third, they were on Ingrums pond, they are afresh different species to any I have shot before a duck and a drake, I stuffed them both they are nice birds 2 Cold I went to Sams I helped to plant trees and put in six grafts and then I went to shoot sky larks I shot one and it laid for a few seconds and then it flew away �{pg} 27 3 Cold I am gardening planting onions and prooning{pruning} trees 4 Pleasant I went to sunday school and to church in the after noon 5 Chilly I am gardening digging and prooning{pruning} gooseberry trees. I trapped a ground hog J and Nellie Webster came up for flowers 6 Cold I am digging the garden with the help of R Allin. Nellie and J Webster came for trees 7 Warm I am gardening 8 Warm I am cutching with the sulky rake 9 Warm I was rolling in the morning and stuffing a grebe in the afternoon R Hewet brought it over and I gave him 50 cents for it. I trap(p)ed two ground hogs in the same hole. The kingbirds, canaries and chimney swallows have returned 10 Warm. Went to the village and got my order I deposited it in the bank of Commerce $50 dollars from C. Palmer. I got lime for white washing and a pair of sunday shoes $2.60cts at B.G. Reids {pg} 28 11 Warm. Went to sunday school and kept house in the afternoon, Went up to Minnies in the evening, took them home 12 Warm. I shot a duck on Ingrums pond, I went to Reid's for our gobbler, with great labor I got him home, he staid about an hour and then straied again. I stuffed a duck and made a white wash brush. 13 Warm R. Allin and I started this afternoon to move wire fence at the road 14 Warm. R. Allin and I were digging around stones 15 Coldish. I white washed the kitchen in the morning and dug post wholes in the afternoon. 16 Warm. R. Allin and my self are digging wholes. 17 Warm. Allin and I are digging post wholes 18 Warm. I went to sunday school and to church �19 Warm hot. Allin and I are novices at digging and {goping?} AR-2165-994R {written in pencil by archival staff} 20 Warm Allin and I are planting posts 21 Warm at the posts again 22 Missing 23 Coolish planting posts 24 Warm I went to shoot I shot 4 groundhogs and a meadow lark, and then I started for creek to fish I caught about 50 sharks and Some whales mixed with an odd sucker. I had a good swim 25 Warm I went to sunday school and to Church and from Church to Minnies and spent the evening with them. 26 Warm Hextall and I were planting posts 27 Cold Planting posts and sheering sheep 28 Cool Finished planting posts 29 Cool I went to Sams to make a milk house we got it up and covered with dirt I had a round at ball in Ingrums field 30 Warm Pottering around home 31 Warm Marked the sheep and Pa and Berry took them to R Allins to pasture 12 1/2 cts a piece. I trap{p}ed a ground hog June Wet Had a very heavy rain. I went to sunday school and to church in the afternoon 2 Cool and cloudy. 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Scanned Manuscript & Typed Transcription Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Dufferin County, East Garafraxa Township, Ontario Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Carver Simpson Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Dufferin County Museum & Archives UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Extracted Text ����������������� Carver Simpson (1859-1949) 1878 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers C.W. Simpsons Diary book for 1878 2 September Salisbury and I took Walker to Fergus and had a good time. drunk my first glass of pop, and last for a while. 3 I finished Aunt Sarah's stable and other articles. I got a new pair of shoes at Green's 1.75 Do. 4 I went out on a hunting expadition and got five pigeons, I saw two crayons and about twenty ducks, I saw one partridge I failed on shooting it. 5 I had another skirmish and got four pigeons I saw a crayon and one duck. 6 the first plovers are making thir appearance we started to sow falweat in the fallow I killed a black squirrel the first I had seen for two years it was a god runner. 7 I harrowed in the afternoon and was grately relieved at the going down of the sun. 8 I went to sunday school in the morning and kept house in the afternoon. 9 I harrowed the fal wheat and I sold one hive to Jessie Walker for seven dollars credit {pg} 2 10 Raining, I am making a game bag 11 Raining, I helped Alpaws to take up the hives and we had a severe job at it they stayed all night he gave a dollar for the combes and fifty cents for brood he paid 13 dollars and 75 cents toward the hives he is to get in the spring I bought a hive from him Smiths patent I gave 1.25 for it and cleaned hives for spring 12 Raining, Salisbury Shot a blacksqurrel and I stuffed it. I made a bellows for smoaking bees out of hives and sirplus boxes 13 Took sirplus boxes off and cleaned hives for next Spring 14 Berty and I had a capital good chase after a black squirrel in Coins bush lost it �15 Sunday I went to sunday school in the morning and to church in the afternoon 16 Putting up a building 17 Election day Salisbury went to Town at night and there was great fun {pg} 3 18 I went to the swamp in the afternoon and it is very wet. I shot one pigeon and one duck. 19 Putting in falwheat. 20 Aunt Sarah'sale Pa bot a plough and some other useless articles. I went to the lake and shot three ducks it was so stormy I could not get them off it. 21 I went to the swamp after 3 o clock but got nothing. 22 Sunday I went to Sunday School and Church 23 I am fixing up things at home. 24 I shot 7 six black birds, and stuffed one. They were capitable good eating. 25 I shot at a big hawk it had a rooster eating 26 I sat in the hous and red [read] to the evening I killed a black squirrel with Berry's help it was a roadster it took the gravel for it. 27 I went too the swamp this afternoon, and I shot one partridge, and a black squirrel. 28 Breakin Prince and he went first rate. {pg} 4 29 I went to Sunday, and Church in the afternoon 30 I shot a hen hawk. nailed up the stable. 1 November I took the boards off Hasman's house and killed a black squirrel on my way good fun. 2 Thrashing, the wheat was only midling. �3 Thrashing the rye it is nothing extra, we have about 100 and 25 bushels of barley. 4 Making a decoy duck 5 went to shoot in the afternoon I saw 4 partidges and 4 ducks. There were 5 men after a bear on Marshall's nole, they did not get it. 6 I went to sunday School and Church 7 I put away the sirplus {surplus} boxes and hives for next year, I am making a neckyock {neckyoke} for the buggie. 8 I went to caladon lake's this afternoon I saw some greabes, they travelled under water I couldn't get near enough to them, to get a shot at them. 9 I went to the agricultural shoe {show} in Orangeville, it was only a poor affair, it was only about half as good as it was last year. {pg} 5 10 Killed a tombtit and stuffed it. 11 I stuffed a grose {grouse} 12 I went to shoot after two oclock And I shot three 4 partiridges and a rabit {rabbit}. it was the best hunt of the season. I took up the last hive we are going to take up Ma Pa and Gatie have gon {gone} to move Aunt Sarah to her new housh {house} Uncle and Jessie went also 13 Anniversary I went to practice in the morning and church in the afternoon and evening 14 I took the partridges to the village and I gave one to Charley Crawford and sold the others for 50 cents cash when I got home old Mr. Ringrose was there with a big owl for me. I stuffed it that afternoon its the best yet 15 Ma, Pa, Gatie and I went to Meribor {???} we got ther about 5 o clock and had a good night 16 we went to Draton {Drayton perhaps} and had a boss time there 17 Rained all day and we sat in the house and talked. I went to Uncle Richards after dinner and to Cliftons for tea he is geting along very well �{pg} 6 18 We started for home we got home at 5 o clock I upset a man in Alora {Elora?} he was very cross the people were all laughing at him is buggie was all right. We broak {broke} the buggie as usual and started the rail business. 19 I got the rest of the northern spies 3 bags. I went to Coin's bush and shot two blacksquirrels the first snowstorm as ben to day very cold 20 I went to Sunday School and to Church in afternoon 21 I went to town this morning and puttied up the windows. Started to get up the ternups {turnips} 22 Getting up the ternups {turnips} butchered a sheep 23 I shot two wild ducks at Billy Ingrums pond they were flying. I killed them both at one shot they are the first of that species I have saw {seen} I stuffed them they are the third 5 pair I have shot this year. 24 I took Minnnie, Gatie and Hextall to the village. Hextall is going to put Aunt Sarahs kitchen up. Berry and myself are getting up ternups {turnips} to day Walker sent me a book called animal life it is a {continued on next page} {pg} 7 very nice book, a reward for taking care of his bees it cost 1.50 25 I went to the swamp after two o clock and shot one partirdge and blew it into pieces, there was a shour {shower} of fresh meat, the dog had a good feed. 26 I was going to shoot but it was so wet I could not 27 everything is white with snow, very cold the trees are whited over with frost it is thoughing {thawing} on 28 I killed about twenty chickens. It is winter if ever we had it icicles two feet long snow one foot and a half deep in drifts the ground will bear you walkin on it, it is frozen so hard Pa bought a cow from Mis Bucamon, for 20 dollars. �29 We have had a though {thaw} to day. Finished the ternups {turnips} to day I saw a flock of snowbirds the first I had seen this fall. Hextall went to Aunt Saras to work at the house 30 I built up the stonework, between the beams of the new stable, and plastered the chimney of the house and got up the beat {beet} and cabage before haloene {Halloween?} 31 Freezing up hard and tite as the old saying goes {pg} 8 I am helping Pa with a sheep pen 30 by 56 roof spaniel built the fire places up, with stone and bricks 1 November I went to town got a suit of cloths twead 125 a yard. Pa as got his sheep pen raised 2 I am making pumpshade very cold 3 Sunday I staid at home all day 4 Pruned the grape vines I went to the swamp and saw two patridges and a nigger I did not {shoot anything?} 5 Killed six pair of chickens an two pair ducks I went to Aunt Sarahs to work at the kitcheon we raised it in the afternoon with the help of Berry Jim and Abiathar and got one side borded in 6 got other side boarded in and Berry worked in my pace And I came home and killed 28 turkeys Sold 13 pigeons to Crosier for 95¢ they left him that day 9 Shingling at Aunt Sarahs. Sold the turkeys 7 cents a/ lbs We had 23.30 worth My Share came to 7 50 10 Went to Sunday school and to Church in the afternoon 11 Shingling in the morning and went up to the town in the afternoon and had a good chat with Wilson and Isaac Reid about hunting and fishing {pg} 9 12 Raised the another building and boarded it in and sheeted it 13 Shingling �14 Shingling and dressing cornice. Hextall and I went to the blew {blue} ribbon meeting and had a good time 15 Put the cormice on and I came home in the afternoon there was an engine off the track and I saw them put it on and started on at a good old rate for the junction. I got a pair of long boots at Greens for 2.7 8 5 16 Killed a goose for Sunday I went the swamp and saw one partridge Cut up a pork and salted it 17 I went to Sunday school in the morning and Church 18 Ploughing sod. Went to Church in the evening. 19 I gangploughed in the morning and ploughed sod in the afternoon and went to Church in the evening 20 I am helping Hextall to put new woodwork in the horse power I went to Church in the evening 21 Very warm the bees are hanging out on the hives the flies are flying about in the fields. I saw a butterfly flying about like summer. I am ribbing this morning and helping Hextall with the power in the afternoon. And I went to church in the evening. {pg} 10 22 I was ribbing in the morning and helping with the horsepower in the afternoon. 23 I was fixing up places for winter 24 I went to Sunday School in the morning and to Church in the afternoon 25 I went to hunt and had a good old tramp through the swamp I got one partridge 26 I am making an axe handle went to Church 27 Sam Reid and I went to shoot twas a day ever to be remembered, We tramped the swamp from 9 to 5 oclock We saw one rabbit and two ducks and 3 partridges We got nothing I never was so near don out in all my hunts We were wet through to the broges 28 Fixing up things for winter �29 Making latches for the doors. I went to the swamp for arms for the thrashing machine I shot at a duck on the lake and shot a bird of a new species. 30 Salisbury and I went to the swamp for timber We saw two partridges but We had no gun 31 I went to Sunday school and to Church the Rev {Joe?} preached {pg} 11 2 Dec Setting the old machine to thrash 3 I went to the village this morning I bought a tackhammer and hungarian nails and clout nails. R Perfect paid 140 for gravel. I set traps for weasels at Ingrums 4 Choring around 5 Made a wooden rat trap 6 tried the old machine 7 Thrashed the spring wheat and some rhy rye 8 Went to Church and to Sunday School 9 Thrashing finished the rye and started the fal wheat made bos work I took the rakes 10 Finished thrashing all but 3 loads of peas I was chasing a rat round the pea stack at the rate of 15 miles a nower and all at once I came to a full stop with the one side of the of the pea stack roof one me the first thing I new I new nothing. 11 Got the bees in very stormy 12 I went to town to carpenter with hextall 13 Workin in town. putting in an oak floor {pg} 12 14 Finished the floor and came home got a letter from Walker to day 15 I went to Sunday School and to church in the afternoon and evening to Orangeville Dr Edgar preached the same sermond both times �16 Monday I went to D. Wilcoxes floored the woodshed 17 Put up the pa{r}tition and boarded it up 18 Went to hear the last loaf and it was not so bad for a lot of old women 18 Lathed, and went to an guction {auction} and bot a pair of moccasines for 50 cents 19 Lathed. Came home in the evening to meet Walker he is a swell if there ever was one, he b{r}ought Jessie Milner with him to see her friends in Orangeville. He b{r}ought me 7 1/2 lbs of chilled shot and a box of caps 20 Wento my old bo{a}rding house and continued my lathing 21 Finished all we had ready for lathing. We came home and had a good time on our road home we had a fal to on the road {pg} 13 22 Sunday Hextall brought the Stevensons up this {cut off}We had a pleasant day with them, we went to Church in the afternoon 23 Very stormy went to the Orange Soiree in the evening it was the best entertainment we ever had around these parts speaches by Rev Mckay Dr Bar Rev Griffeth Dr Luc Dr. Fase Rev Carson. Excellant music 24 Stormy I was painting a birdcase and other artic{les?} 25 Stormy we had a good old game of footbal and an excellant ride on horseback 26 Stormy, killed 3 Geese and 3 turkey 27 Went to the village 28 Crushing rye and peas, Caught a weasel and it amputated the leg 29 Went to town in the the morning we wen{t} to the Primitive Church and spent the day at Stevensons, went to the C.M. Church in the evening. Spent a very pleasant day 30 Went to J Mays for Saw dust for aunt Sarahs kitchion. Mr. Linch and A. Hughson calle this eve �{pg} 14 31 Stormy sitting in the house most of the time 1 Jan Fine weather stuffed three snow birds and other small birds red and grey 2 Stormy Walker went to Woo{d}stock 3 Stormy I fixed up the henshouse with sawdust 4 Stormy cleaning up wheat. Trapped a squirrel 5 fine I went to Sunday School and Church 5 fine I went to School barbered two Walkers 7 Cold I went to school he put us thoug the drill{?} 8 School meeting day. Cleaned up wheat Trapped a red Squirrel they were two nice ones 9 Fine went to school learnt considerable 10 Cold moved straw of the hay put on a load of hay, cleaned up the peas 11 Cold started with the haye and upset I went to town in the evening and brough Miss Stevenson up, Berry got a dog a colie it is blue and black spots he is a tailer 12 I went to Sunday school. Church in the afternoon to Town in the evening went Church {pg} 15 13 Went to school went through the drill and other artic{les} 14 Pleasant. Went to school 15 V C. Went to school 16 Cold Went to school 17 Tokens of a thaw. Went to school 18 Cold lost our though. Went to the swamp and broak roads. Went to the P.C. �19 Cold Went to Sunday school. kept house in after{noon} 20 Cold Went to school 21 Stormy Went to School 22 Tokens of a though Went to school 23 Warm Went to School 23 Fine Went to school 24 Very Stormy Making a pair of snowshoes 25 Stormy working in the house 26 Fine Went to sundayschool and Church 27 Thoughing Went to school 28 Warm Went to school. Sandy and dexter had a great fight sandy was no 1 29 Warm Went to School {pg} 16 30 Warm. Went to school 31 Warm Went to school. I have got some kind of a distemter {distemper?} I ffel like Jobe of old 1 February Cold. Cleaning up wheat. went to the P.C. 2 Cold Went to sundayschool and taid at home in the afternoon 3 Fine Went to school. Berry gave colie away to Manary 4 Warm Staid at home. put on a load of hay Went to the blue ribbon meeting verry good 5 Snowing Went to school colie 6 Cold Went to schol. Caught a red squirrel in my wooden trap bos catch �7 Cold Went to school. The Meribur folks came down J Smith Mrs Smith and child P. Loury {Lowry?} Mrs Loury {Lowry?} Mrs Davis, and B. Walker 8 Cold The folks went to Wilcoxes. I fixed up a case of birds. And went to Orangeville in the evening. We had a good evening at home 9 Stormy Sunday staid at home and gossiped all day {pg} 17 10 Warmish Went to school the folks went to Wilcoxes J Smith and family staid at our place this evening 11 Tokens of a though {thaw} the folks went home after a good old visit. I went to school 11 Stormy Went to school 12 Cold Went to school 13 Cold Went to school 14 Very Cold. Hextall and I butchered old Ingrum she was very good beaf she weighed about 6 hundred 15 Cold choring around 16 Cold Went to Sunday school and Church 17 Cold Went to school I had a very bad night I slept about two ours and spent my grand holiday in bed 18 The marrage of Albert and Elizabeth took place Albert in his castor hat and Elizabeth in her silks with long vails and painted face it was a killer on the geese and turkeys. 19 Cold my ealth is returnining slowly I had another bad night slept about 4 ours out of {cut off} {pg}18 20 Sickin bed in spells 21 Worse and more of it laid in bed �22 Better took a change in the night, got a letter from Walker to day 23 Staid at home all day 24 Went to school. I saw a skylark the first bird that returns in the spring 25 Very stormy Went to school 26 V. Stormy Went to school. the Webster family came to have a visit they had a good time 27 Cold Went to school 28 Cold Went to school 1 March fine a though. {thaw} Choring around 2 Warm. Went to school had some rasling{?} and other plays{?} 4 Warm Went to school 5 Stormy hail snow rain and wind mixed Went to school through it all 6 fine Went to College {pg} 19 7 Warm. Went to school. Trapped a fine cat in the cage trap we made him run the gontlet{gauntlet} I shot at him, but my squib was too light he escaped 8 Thunderstorm. Cleaned up wheat 9 Great though {thaw} Went to sunday school and church the {illegible} Stevenson family came up to our house we had a very pleasant afternoon and even{ing} 10 Thoughing {thawing}. Crows are flying about like summer and the sky larks are singing their March song{?} Went to school very muddy, the roads are about as bad as they can be 11 Cold Went to school 12 Mild Went to school, Sam Reid came home from lumbering 13 Went to school �14 Cold Went to school 15 Cold Went to town David Hunter and Henry Carson were took to gaol for stealing {illegible} from Gilchrists 16 Cold went to sunday school and church {continued on next page} {pg} 20 Uncle Richard and Aunt Rebecca came down to see Grandmama 17 Cold. Making a goose house and crushing oats 18 Cold. Went to to school great gymnastics on a pole. 19 Cold. Went to the swamp and got out posts 20 Warm getting out posts got out about 70 Uncle Richard went home this morning 21 Warm. Getting out posts we cut over 80 We saw a hen hawk the first this spring the raccoons have roused from their winter slumber. We saw a great many tracks. 22 An east storm. I went to Stringers with some work 23 Stormy Went to sunday school and Church 24 Thoughing{thawing} Went to the swamp got out the remainder of the posts. I stuffed two sparrows. I shot them in the garden 25 Warm. Drawing posts, got about 130 hauled home. I snared a rabbit it was caught by the two hind legs, some animal eat the head off it. 26 Warm. Went to the swamp and finished drawing posts {pg} 21 27 Cold. Went to the swamp and got out posts 28 Mild. Went for more posts finished them �29 Thoughing {thawing} started for the swamp and had to turn back. We had a skylark hunt I shot one and had it in my hands. I thought it was dy giving its dying kicks. and I opened my hand and it flew far away over hill and dale, out of sight 30 Cold. Went to sunday school and Church 31 Warm and fine Salisbury and I went to the swamp we got out about 75 stakes, I saw one partridge 1 April Fine. I am making eave troughs and tinkering about. Pa got two cows from Farmer making four for this season 2 Cold, Minnie and Samuel Reid were married, we had a nice little party, they went away about four oclock on their wedding tour to the flourishing village now called Weston 3 Cold, Making horse troughs for the barn, and went to the grange in the afternoon {continued on next page} {pg} 22 The snow birds have left us. And the robin come in its place 4 Cold, went to the swamp and got a load of poles, and a load of stakes. 5 Cold, We went to the swamp and got out poles and one load of stakes and posts 6 Fine, Went to sunday school and church 7 Warm. The pigeon hawks have come back I saw two to day, we went to the swamp and got out 30 posts and three crooks for a rack. I saw two partridge 8 Warm. I went out to hunt groundhogs in Coins bush. I shot two, one got into the hole before I could get to it, the snow was so deep it was with great labor that I travelled at all. Salisbury and I am working at the troughs 9 Very warm. Working at the troughs, we got the troughs up, Berry put up a scaffold and was in the act of chinning on it when all at once it broke down with him he was hanging on a pole, his arms and legs were stretched to the last degree 10 Very cold and stormy snowing blowing and freezing. {continued on next page} �{pg} 23 There was a snow white bird flew over this morning, I watched it untill its whiteness mingled with the clouds and{was seen} I saw it no more as did Monk Phenex of old. I am sitting in the house, I made a picture frame and some other articles. Hextall put up his wind mill to day and it went splendid. it is second to none only electric light 11 Cold. I made two picture frames, and other work 12 Fine. I am pottering around 13 Fine morning, I went to sunday school and staid at home in the afternoon it wet snows 14 Warm. Minnie is moving, I went up with them to their log cabin. We called for Jessie Walker and we had a first rate time, trailed the sleigh through the mud or rather on the gravel. The moving created quite a sensation one sheep hung its self. I was sorry I did not come across it in time to make mutton of it. Berry went to Dunnings sawing bee to day 15 Warm. I finished bracketing the horse troughs. {pg} 24 and made two picture frames. I saw a crane this evening, I think the water must be rather cold for its delicate shins. Berry got lumber for bee hives. 16 Fine I made a work bench, and fixed up a case of birds for Minnie 17 Coldish. I started to make hives got one made Berry and I took a cow and some hens to Sams 18 Warm Berry and I set out the bees we have 43 hives alive and one one gone up, only one died out of 43 hives. Beet that old Alpough if you can 19 Warm J Walker came for their bees, they got another hive. I went down with them to set ther out for them, and Uncle said he was afraid that they would get boss of him. Thrashed the remainder of the peas 20 Went to sunday school and to meeting 21 Warm We started to plough sod the frost is not out only about 4 inches �22 Warm. ploughing. I shot at a diver on Ingrums pond and it dived and then flew, {continued on next page} {pg} 25 it was the first duck of the season it escaped. I saw one swallow. The frogs have begun to croak. 23 Fine I am ploughing sod 24 Fine. Cleaning out the hives, we have 41 Stacks. I had a great hunt for a turkey nest this after noon, they are nearly as wild as the as partridges. I found the nest in Coin's bush the partridges were drumming and the gobbler was dowing {doing} his best to make himself at home with great hooting and slashing of {gads?} I got them out of the bush and drove them home 24 Wet ploughing and sitting in the house by spells. I killed a snake Sandy scratched it out of its hole 25 Warm ploughing sod 26 Warm ploughing and so forth 27 Warm. Went to sunday school and kept house in the after noon, Minnie and Sam came to and we had a nice day Berry and I took them home in the evening. We drove very hard coming home to keep a head of the storm {pg} 26 28 Coolish Finished ploughing the sod I started grafting, I put in about 40 29 Warm and showry. I am gang ploughing in wheat. Charls. Palma(e)r came to buy bees we sol(d) him twelve hives at six dollars a hive He paid 22 dollars and is going to send a check on the bank of Commerce for $50 30 Snowing Very cold I am harrowing with mits on, and a scarf around my waist. C.Palmer came and got his bees. Berry went to Sams to work 1 May Cold I still keep to the mits and muffler I shot two ducks and wounded the third, they were on Ingrums pond, they are afresh different species to any I have shot before a duck and a drake, I stuffed them both they are nice birds 2 Cold I went to Sams I helped to plant trees and put in six grafts and then I went to shoot sky larks I shot one and it laid for a few seconds and then it flew away �{pg} 27 3 Cold I am gardening planting onions and prooning{pruning} trees 4 Pleasant I went to sunday school and to church in the after noon 5 Chilly I am gardening digging and prooning{pruning} gooseberry trees. I trapped a ground hog J and Nellie Webster came up for flowers 6 Cold I am digging the garden with the help of R Allin. Nellie and J Webster came for trees 7 Warm I am gardening 8 Warm I am cutching with the sulky rake 9 Warm I was rolling in the morning and stuffing a grebe in the afternoon R Hewet brought it over and I gave him 50 cents for it. I trap(p)ed two ground hogs in the same hole. The kingbirds, canaries and chimney swallows have returned 10 Warm. Went to the village and got my order I deposited it in the bank of Commerce $50 dollars from C. Palmer. I got lime for white washing and a pair of sunday shoes $2.60cts at B.G. Reids {pg} 28 11 Warm. Went to sunday school and kept house in the afternoon, Went up to Minnies in the evening, took them home 12 Warm. I shot a duck on Ingrums pond, I went to Reid's for our gobbler, with great labor I got him home, he staid about an hour and then straied again. I stuffed a duck and made a white wash brush. 13 Warm R. Allin and I started this afternoon to move wire fence at the road 14 Warm. R. Allin and I were digging around stones 15 Coldish. I white washed the kitchen in the morning and dug post wholes in the afternoon. 16 Warm. R. Allin and my self are digging wholes. 17 Warm. Allin and I are digging post wholes 18 Warm. I went to sunday school and to church �19 Warm hot. Allin and I are novices at digging and {goping?} AR-2165-994R {written in pencil by archival staff} 20 Warm Allin and I are planting posts 21 Warm at the posts again 22 Missing 23 Coolish planting posts 24 Warm I went to shoot I shot 4 groundhogs and a meadow lark, and then I started for creek to fish I caught about 50 sharks and Some whales mixed with an odd sucker. I had a good swim 25 Warm I went to sunday school and to Church and from Church to Minnies and spent the evening with them. 26 Warm Hextall and I were planting posts 27 Cold Planting posts and sheering sheep 28 Cool Finished planting posts 29 Cool I went to Sams to make a milk house we got it up and covered with dirt I had a round at ball in Ingrums field 30 Warm Pottering around home 31 Warm Marked the sheep and Pa and Berry took them to R Allins to pasture 12 1/2 cts a piece. I trap{p}ed a ground hog June Wet Had a very heavy rain. I went to sunday school and to church in the afternoon 2 Cool and cloudy. I planted corn and ploughed for turnips For more information on Carver Simpson, check out the “Meet the Diarists” page under “Discover” on our website: ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca � transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/fb81ce71ab732c2fdd9aaff6ef9c65a3.pdf 19ea9a448eba138b7b06a57139a00baa PDF Text Text The Eliza Bellamy Diary This account of daily life from October 17, 1854 through December 18, 1855 was written by Eliza Bellamy, the second wife of Samuel Bellamy, mill owner and farmer at North Augusta, Grenville County. The original diary is owned by Mrs. King Whitney, Glen Lawrence, Kingston, Ontario. Mrs. Bellamy was the grandmother of Mrs. Whitney's grandmother, Emily Helen Wright MyIks. The following short family history was written by Mrs. MyIks. "My grandfather's name was James Forbes Keays. He was born in King's County, Ireland. He was the second son and the law at that time was the eldest son inherited the estates. He was bought a Commission in the army and when quite a young man came to Canada. He was appointed by the government to the Commissariat department while the Lachine canal was being built in Quebec. He was highly educated, understood French, etc." My grandmother was born in the city of Waterford Ireland. Her name was Eliza Amelia Gift. She too was educated at a boarding school in her native city [.] when she was quite a young child she lost her mother. her Father married again She was the only child of the first marriage. When she was about eighteen she came to Canada with some cousins by the name Link, it was a new country then, it taking about six weeks to cross the Atlantic. After she was here she met my Grandfather and they were married. They first lived in Quebec at the Ile of Nois. There was -where my mother was born. later on he was moved to Bytown which is Ottawa now where there were more public works carried on. From little souvenirs I have seen there was high life for those days. "When quite a young man 45 years of age he was stricken with Dropsy and passed away leaving my Grandmother with her little family alone in a new country my mother aged about ten and a son William between named James Forbes, after his Father. but my Grandmother was a strong minded woman and they had a government grant of 200 acres of land situated .2 �- 2 - n ea r N ort h A ugusta . S h e c am e t o t h e w ood s b ringin g h e r o l d s ervan t m a n a n d h i s w if e w it h h er . t her e she m ad e a l ivin g a n d f ace d t h e c hang e o f c ircumstance s b ravely , a fte r b ein g a w ido w a bou t five y ear s s h e m arrie d S amue l J . B ellam y q uit e a w ealth y m a n a w idowe r w it h f iv e c hildre n a fte r w hic h h e r t rouble s o f g ettin g o n w er e a t a n e nd . T h e t wo f amilie s o f c hildre n g re w u p t ogether . it w a s s ai d a s trange r w oul d s carcel y k no w t h e d ividin g l in e (of c ours e b ringin g h e r t w o a long ) b y h e r o w n M othe r w hic h as l on g a s s h e l ive d t her e w a s a d ividen d c am e t o h e r b u t a t h e r d eat h it c eased . I r emembe r m y g randmothe r q uit e w e l l as I w a s a bou t f ourtee n y ear s o f a g e a t t h e t im e o f h e r d eath . S h e w a s a v er y fine g entl e l ad y h e r a dvantage s w er e b ette r t ha n m y o w n m othe r as s h e g re w u p i n a n e w c ountr y W illia m h e r s o n w a s q uit e w e l l e ducated . T h e m one y t ha t c am e t o h e r e ver y y ea r s h e s pen t b y s endin g h i m to T oront o t o s chool . H i s f amil y a r e l ivin g i n t h e U .S . T h e d aughter , a M rs . C arpenter , a t J amestown , N .Y . E mil y -Wright M ylk s T her e a r e t wo s on s R eginal d H orto n & W illia m T h e 1 85 1 c ensu s f o r G renvill e C ount y p rovide s t h e f ollowin g i nformatio n a bou t t h e B ellamy s o f A ugust a T wp . [ Pro m D istric t 2 , p .113 ] N o . 43 S amue l I. B ellamy . F arme r & M ille r B or n i n U nite d S tates . A C ongregationalis t A g e (next b irthday) : 64 S ton e h ouse , lh s tory . 1 F in e C hurc h o f s tone . S ea t 5 0 0 p erson s 1 F lourin g M il l w rough t b y w ater , 2 r un s o f s tone . M anufacture d 3 0,10 0 b u . 2 e mployees . G ris t M i l l m ostl y f o r c usto m w ork . 1 S a w M il l r u n b y w ate r 1 s a w N o . 44 E liz a B ellamy . B or n i n I reland . C hurc h o f E ngland . A g e (next b irthday) : 55 N o . 45 L uthe r H . B ellamy . C lerk . B or n i n U ppe r C anada . C ongregationalist . A g e (next b irthday) : 20 N o . 46 M ar y A n n B ellamy . B or n i n U ppe r C anada . C ongregationalist . A g e (next b irthday) : . .3 17 �- 3- No. 47 Wm. Sharp (?). Labourer. Born in Ireland. Roman Catholic. Age (next birthday): 22 No. 48 Margaret Greer. Free Church. Born in Ireland. Age (next birthday): 25 The next household listed was that of John B. Bellamy, one of Samuel's sons. No. 49 John B. Bellamy. Clothier. Born in Upper Canada. E. Methodist. Age (next birthday): 29 Frame house, 11/2story (2 families occupying) . Clothing Mill by water and Carding Machine by [water]. 6000 yds. manufactured. 20,000 lb. wool carded. 4 employees No. 50 Margaret Bellamy (wife of John B.). Born in Upper Canada. E. Methodist. Age (next birthday): 24. Another of Samuel's sons was listed on page 189. No. 49 Archibald Bellamy. Clothier. Born in Upper Canada. No Church. Age (next birthday): 22 Log house, lh story. No. 50 Nancy (wife of Archibald). Born in Upper Canada. No Church. Age (next birthday): 20 Eliza's daughter had married Isaiah Wright. They also lived in Augusta Twp. and were listed in Enumeration District 2. Isaiah Wright. Farmer. Born in Upper Canada. Age (next birthday): 33 Eliza A. Wright. Born in "L. Canada". Age (next birthday): 26 W. Methodist. Church of England. Eliza Bellamy was much concerned with Eliza Wright's health. It is reassuring to find Eliza Wright in the 1861 Census. The entry there shows her place of birth as Upper Canada and her religion as W. Methodist. 1851. The Wrights lived in a 11/2story frame house as in Daughters Florence and Emily, going on 14 and 12 respectively, attended school. There was a third daughter, Isabella, who would be 4 on her next birthday. .4 �- 4 - The 1861 Census shows a few changes in the household of Samuel and Eliza Bellamy. [Enumeration Dist. 8, p. 98.] Included in the household is Luther Haskins, to be 12 years old at next birthday; he is shown to be a member of the family. Also listed as a member of the family is a widow Pamela Smith, an "old lady", 65 yrs. old on next birthday. Luther H. Bellamy had been married during the year, and he and his wife Marian were in Samuel's household. Finally there were a man and a woman as servants. A Genealogical Note Mrs. Norma Whitney, owner of the diary, is the daughter of Leonard E. Mylks, M.D. He was the younger son of Emily Helen Wright Mylks, the second daughter of Eliza Keays Wright. �O ctobe r 1854 17th O ct r 1 85 4 T uesday ) I saia h f amil y h ere , to d inne r last T hursda y h ere . L idd y h er e and H ira m B ' y M rs . B urwas h h a d a d aughte r the 7th P rotracte d m eetin g s til l c ontinues . I w en t l as t n igh t w it h the g irls , h ear d a g oo d s ermo n S atturda y e venin g P reache d o n R ev d M r . Boyd c am e Sunday. few in the C hurc h w en t h om e after d inner . B ellam y C am e from the c old . Y esterda y E dwar d S tates . m orning s m e n p utin g u p a C istern . F rida y 20th y esterda y m ad e a C heese , o nl y the s econ d this y ear . m ad e T omat o C atsu p very d ul l westher. F lurrie s of s now , y esterda y the f irs t l as t S unda y letter from W illia m and Jeremiah. W m w antin g J . to g o t o G oderich . M onda y 2 3rd ) m uc h to w rit e a bout . w en t w it h H ira m B ellam y t o E liza' , F rida y t he y h a d j us t r eturne d from H arie t W right ' wedding, t ha t n igh t had a C ha t w it h I saia h a bou t G oderich . d ay . c ame . F athe r c am e for m e n ex t s am e e vening . a ls o L iddy , and H . B ellam y h ere . a t h om e u nti l after J oh n E . B ellam y w if e a n d C hil d B ellamy' . h i s w if e h ome . d inner . took tea at w hil e t her e W alke r b rough t I read t h e w or d w he n I c oul d t hi s m ornin g C all' d w it h the v isitor s t o A . P ardee s after w hic h they left h er e o n t hei r w a y h ome . y esterda y S unda y U ncl e C haunc y h er e 1 �October-November 1854 Saturday 2[8]th weather this week has been delightful, no water for the Mills. time passing away rappidly, two cheese made this week, on Wednesday I went with Hiram Bellamy to Brockvill. went to see Jeremiah family before they left for Goderich. day. staid at Griffins until next made sum purchaces. after dinner took a final leave of Jeremiah' family. went to Revd Mr. Smarts, Hiram Call'd for me, returned home had a very plesant as usual. again. staid to tea ride, found all Father reading, had tea Chated read and went to bed first returning thanks to my Heavenly Father for all his mercies. Yesterday Call'd on Mrs Burwash, spent the evening at I. Bellamy's Father and others there. this morning makeing Apple Jelly Thursday Nov'r 2nd Fine morning. Last Sat'y rec'd a letter informing us of the death of Susan Wallace and her daughter by drowning. her Sister Liddy was here went home next day. Hallowene. Miss Beaty with others were here to tea past a pleasant evening. 2 �November 1854 Isaiah call'd this weeke. William. had a Letter from all busy here sending off Lumber this evening had a letter form Jeremiah who this morning started for Goderich. Satturday 4th very hard frost last night. very high wind thursday night, Hiram Bellamyhere.finished my Plaid dress yesterday. very cold today. (Sabbath 5th) we all went to Church which was Crowded Orangmen being there. a Sermon preached to them. read the word. I hope to improvement in the evening went to Advent Meeting Monday 6th/ Orangmen paraded the Streets, druming away their time. Tuesday 7th/ Snow last night. and Luther gon to Brockvill mending Father' Coat. Father busy Mrs. and Mr. Burwash here in the afternoon to tea Father and Luther home while at tea. Wednesday 8th) very Cold and very busy arranging tea Sugar and nice honey which I just got, with many other fixings Father Cuting up a Cow in cellar, a Musiceon playing at the door, sat down read the word and now write. Oclock AM. 11 Friday 10th) fine Clear day Father and John gon to Brockvill last night Isaiah here rec'd a letter 3 �November 1854 from Wm. Maryan went to Brockvill with Hiram Bellamy yesterday. Tuesday 14th) nothing remarkable occur'd since I last wrote, has had a Man working in the kitchen at the water Conveyance Father went to Prescott last Friday. every place dry except the roads. Sabbath. staid at home, reading most of the day. Maryan home. busy with her Cloak & dress. (Thursday 16th) flurries of snow yesterday here. I Eliza and Isaiah took dinner short will be the time shall have the satisfaction of haveing one Child of mine to come to see me. Ohi I cannot hear the thought neither can I write it. here today. Thrashers (Tuesday 21st) fine morning snow on the ground roads rough yesterday morning at 5 Oclock 20th Novr William Burwash departed this life after an illness of a few days. I have spent much time there. Yesterday serving reed a Letter from my son last Thursday. Funeral this day. Tuesday 22nd) Snowing. yesterday went to the Funeral, after which with Maryan went to Bleak' to see the scalded child whose mother also very ill. When going to tea Mrs. Gammel, with John Bellamy' family 4 �November 1854 Came to tea. past an agreeable evening time passes rappidly with our varied employments. may we feel the necesity of a due preparation for the time which never ends. Thursday Isaiah with his little Girls came in the Sleigh for me went home with them and staid until Satturday. went home in the buggy with Isaiah Friday night. heavy rain Sunday went to Church in the buggy with Father and Maryan, a Funeral sermon preached for . Mr. Burwash' child. This day Monday 28th) Some snow on the ground Luther fixing the old school house for a tennant. Hiram Bellamy puting up a wood house at his intended residence. Letter to William. just finished a 5 �December 1854 2nd Decr/54) this week made a pair of full cloth trousers for Father. Wednesday visited Mrs. Burwash the last time in this place. house Hiram Bellamy busy fixing the the house Burwash has been liveing intending to move into it when they quit. Mrs. Smith returned from the states last Thursday. 6 �December 1854 6th Deer 1854 Wednesday My book which I wrote in has been mislade. I now write from recolection last week made a pair of full cloth trousers for Father. had a variety of employments. paid my last visit to Mrs. Burwash who moves away next weeke. buried her little Willy last month. Mrs. Smith home from the States last Wednesday intense cold weather since last Saturday with wind and and snow. hired Girl away. wrote to Jerermiah last mail. (Saturday 9th) last Wednesday Revd Mr. Chambers came here yet. Thursday Cold and stormy. Father and I went to the Funeral of Saml Percivals Daughter, who was buried in the Church of England burying ground in the afternoon. Isaiah and Eliza came. Eliza' health is still poor. little does she know. My dear Oh how Waht anxious thoughts I have about her. This week the weather has been very severe, day Hogs killd. and tired. this I now sit down sick (Monday 11th) 7 �December 1854 Gloomy day. Church. yet. yesterday went to the Presbyterian Mr. Chambers preached, he is here at three o'clock went with Maryan and Mr. Chambers to church. Arch' family in the evening. thawing. busy trying fat fixing for mince pies, force meat & c. Tuesday 12th Dec r) very busy. Bellamy call'd. Chauncy in the afternoon a Party at J. Bellamy's went there. after tea went home with Mrs. Burwash. Rec'd a Letter from William, all well (Wednesday 13th) went to Eliza', found her only midling. brought Letters with me to Isaiah. everything as we wanted it. Doctor'd Eliza, and next morning Jim came for me, before I was out of bed. after breakfast, Eliza children and I bundeled into the cutter and home. in the evening Mrs. Burwash and others here to tea. Isaiah came for his Family. pleasant weather Friday 15th) fine morning making mince pies Sabbath 17th) no meeting except Advent meeting. did not go. word most of the day. Fathersick.readthe Friends calld. Monday 18) much as usual. bitter Cold Called to see Whealy who is very sick Dr Church there Calld at Johns, Burwash goodbye. meat. bid Mrs Choping sausage 8 �December 1854 Tuesday 19th) this morning Burwash Family,took a final leave of our Villia[ge] bitter cold. John Blanchard and Miss Hulbert calld to warm. last night sent two papers to Wm (Friday 22nd) winter has set in with the greatest violence. never have I experienced such a continuance of bitter cold weather as we have had all this month. Wednesday Eliza with Isaiah calld did not stop. feels far from well. I cannot express what I feel about my dear Child Oh! may she be spared to her dear Children Thursday. finish'd my Sausage meat some in bags, more laid down, had two geese killed, with a variety of other things made a large Christmas cake, and in the after =noon at 5 oclock Hiram H. Bellamy Wife and wifes Sister arrived. had tea with us. after which left for their new home if possible, this day is the coldest we have had 26th Dec-r) roads bad. went to Church. Thawing. Sabbath Hired girl away. Christmas day none but our own Family until we sat down to dinner, when Isaiah and the two Children came. immediately after dinner Isaiah left for home taking Maryann and leaveing Emily. at three Oclock went to Church. The Sacrament administered to a 9 �December 1854 large number, after which returned in the cutter. The roads covered with water it has been a dull Christmas, yet I found consolation in the house of God. busy today. here others Ramsey Hiram, and two to dinner. 3 Oclock PM I sit down to write and rest. rec-d a letter from Jeremiah as did Isaiah last week Maryan not home yet. Saturday 29th) Another year nearly Closed. we should ask ourselves have we been more faithful to our Heavenly Father than we have been, in those years which have pass'd away for ever time with us will be short. oh! may we endeavour to improve it. Much to do this week yesterday kill'd six geese and two turkeys we have had heavy rain this weeke now Cold again. roads nearly bear Benj'm James died 27th of this month on Wednesday night with others I joined the _an_. today. very busy 10 �January 1855 2 Jan ry 1855) we have commenced another year. God. Oh! may we have a closer walk yesterday we had our usual company. Children and childrens Children. also Hiram Bellamy, wife and little sister. the day passed off delightfully with the children. Father Walker and the Schoolmaster went to Town Meeting home after we had dined. our Party broke up at 9 oclock. very fine night scarcely any snow on the ground. I retired to bed pretty tired after all left. 6th Saturday. Mr. Smart here. Cold no Sleighing last Wednes'y Misionary meeting. not many there. bad Sleighing to Eliza. day. Thursday went Maryan with me, staid till next Came home with Isaiah bare ground he had a Letter from Wm who has been to Chicago. found Father very sick not very well yet. morning. (Tuesday 9th) Clear fine last sabbath rain. Staid at home all day, reading the word. yesterday very fine day. warm enough for Spring good waggoning. no snow. nothing remarkable occuring I have much anxiety about my dear Eliza, whose health is so bad. sometimes I fear to think 11 �January 1855 but I look to Him from whence cometh help. Thursday 11th) weather fine, cold and dry. no snow. waggons rolling along like distant thunder. made a few Calls on Tuesday Mrs. Hiram Bellamy one. call'd. last night Isaiah Eliza better. her Girl here. on her way there. Father and his Sister went to the Division last night. I staid at home, Maryan sick. no Letter from Wm. I wrote last Thursday Saturday 13th) Snow. Stormy day. Father and John rain and gon to Brockvill Hiram and wife call'd this weeke. yesterday wrote two Letters. one to J. Link the other to Jeremiah no sleighing yet Maryan sick, and teeth ach. just after fixing a goose for tomorows dinner. (Wednesday 17th) Cold. good Sleighing. have had a fall of snow. not heavy Sabbath day Father and I went to Church spent most of the day reading. Hired Girl wash'd early and left here for her Aunts wedding. the Boy with her I doing the work. usual, Maryan and Mrs. Smyth just as last Saturday Father, brought 12 �January 1855 home two Mettle Tea pots, some t -___ . not very well myself up too early, yesterday Eliza and Isaiah here to dinner, did not stay long. last Satturday Singing School commenc'd H. Brown teacher. Isaiah rec'd a Letter from Jeremiah last night. Thursday 18th. Beautiful morning. last night Isaiah and Eliza Came with an intention of going to the division. Father with went. Maryan Eliza and I staid at home. enjoyed ourselves chating till the return of the folks. Hired Girl back yesterday. read the word and -_____ thanks to my Heavenly Father for all His mercies. (Saturday 20th) fine morning. yesterday very sick and alone all day Father and Maryan gon to Prescott Aunt working for Nancy. some better this morning. Thursday Dowling here 13 �January 1855 also three misses Calld. Pardee Logo and Tomson from Brockvill last night Father brought home Oisters eat some raw, felt better after. fresh fish for dinner today bought in Prescott Monday 23d) Storming all day Yesterday and today. rain snow and wind, very bad roads at home all Sabbath. Cooked dinner Girl away. read most of the day. duties as usual. (Thursday 25th) fine Mo'ing nothing remarkable on Tuesday quilting. Eliza. this morn Maryann Yesterday went with Luther to Letters from Wm. Isaiah in Brock'1 returned in the afternoon with L. Mrs. Lyman and Walker call'd for us to go to the division. I did not go. Saturday 27th) Tremendous snow Storm. yesterday very bad with inflamation in my eyes Thursday. E. Whealy spent the afternoon here. 14 �January-February 1855 Yesterday with much difficulty wrote a Letter to William. (Tuesday 20th Jan'y/55 Sabbath at home. reading all day my eyes are a little better,. much anxiety of mind about different things, none immediately belonging to myself. Maryan fixing to get married, the last of our Girls my Children likely to be far away from me. All those things are against me. however, I am determind, God being my helper, to submit with resignation to His devine will, all things. this is and has been the most remarkable winter I ever remember. Yesterday all kinds of weather, with thunder and lightning today wind and snow. My employment varied as usual. at present makeing flannel Shirts for Father. Satturday a paper from Jerry (Friday 2 Nov'r [sic] gloomy, yesterday Isaiah's family here to dinner Came with an intention of visiting at Johns. but went home Company there. others here to dinner I had the work pretty much to do. away. Girl 11 Oclock AM after making pies & c. and Cakes. Maryan busy quilting. Mrs. Sham helping her. (Monday 5th) bitter Cold weath'r watter freezing as I wash in the bedroom Satturday Luther went to Wellington. �February 1855 home yesterday noon Roda Bellamy with them did not go to Church so very Cold. John Blandchard, wife and daughter with Arch'd Bellamy here to dinner read some, but not as much as I wish another weeke is gon. fly. Time seems to our cares and anxiety's are as absorbing now as they ever ware. why will we so strongly attach ourselves to the things of this life when we know it is not our home, our abiding place. Wednesday 7th) bright morning. Cold intense. every thing frozen in the house that could be Roda very sick with cold up late last night pareing apples for pies. Isaiah call'd. Eliza & children visiting at J. Bellamys. in the evening went to the division room . I did not go. (Thursday 8th) Father, Maryan, and Roda went to Brockvill this morning. flurries of snow. Returned in the evening with several articles. the great Move. Maryan busy fixing for Dowling here today. Friday 9th) making cakes and pies mixed more mince meat. Satturday 10th) Cold. Wednesday 14th) raining. very busy fixing for the wedding. last week had a letter from William. Satturday night Eliza 16 �February 1855 Roda, and I went to singing School no time to write much. Satturday 17th/55 Gloomy, have had a very busy weeke. have had a bad cold myself. E. Whealy, M. Bellamy N. Walker here different days this weeke. Wednesday night Isaiah call'd. brought me a butter cooler purchased at S. Gammel Store. I have nothing interesting to wright about, next weeke the wedding. Thursday 22nd Feb'y/55) plesant weather Tuesday 20th Maryan Bellamy has married to James Dowling in the presence of her nearest connection by the Rev'd R. Boyd of Prescott. our Company number'd about 50 every thing pass'd off well. at 12 Oclock prayer and the company dispersed. next morning, felt very tired, however much was to be done. after breakfast and worship Mr. and Mrs. Boyd returned to Prescott. after dinner at which was was a number, Bride and bridegroom went to her Grandfathers. this Morn'g Charlott and Edward Bellamy left for home. (Satturday 24th) very fine morning. very Cold last Thursday 17 �February-March 1855 Maryann took a final leave of us went with her Husband to reside in Prescott. day after Luther went to Prescott with Dowling Sen'r. Rhoda is here. yesterday wrote to Wm. Eliza' Girl call'd all well. Tuesday 27th) fine day. cold and going. to Church, constant coming Sabbath Rhoda and I went the coldest day I was ever out yesterday whilst I was cooking dinner Aunt Hanah Bellamy, daughter, and Mrs. Lake with another, were here to dinner, evening to tea also. Rhoda here yet. pies. in the J. Bellamys family I am now after makeing intend going to Eliza' to-day. (Satturday 3rd March/55) last Wednesday went with Hiram Bellamy to Eliza' Isaiah gon to Perth. returned Wednes'y. help'd Eliza to make a quilt. her health not much better. Friday after makeing pies, visited with Rhoda at E. Whealys. Margrett Bellamy there. before X went to bed set spring for buns. This morning baked them. have a variety of works. Aunt and Rhoda visiting at Pardees. 18 �March 1855 Counted and paid for the Spining of the yarn, gave Miss Oxby 2-6 for the Church society. March 6.) fine day windy. rain last night. Sabbath went to church. Lords Supper administer'd Whealy came for me to go to his house went there in the afternoon. family Came to tea. with Dr. Brouse. home Isaiah's Eliza had been after tea they went I went to Whealys. women there Eliza Whealy had a Daughter born at half past two Oclock AM. 5 March/55. I returned home at 5 AM. here since yesterday. fixt the baby. Dowling Sen'r I went last night and Satturday. 10. Thursday went to Isaiah' all better in health staid till next day. home. brought Eliza left the Children at School Stormed. E. did not go home but went to Singing school with Rhoda and Luther. this morning fine busy makeing cakes and pies. Isaiah 19 �March 1855 came for Eliza staid to dinner. had a pleasant time. Aunt chating while I write. two Oclock Monday 12th) fine. to Brockvill. Eliza gon home. Father and Luther gon a strange Girl working in place of Mary. Sabbath. help'd to get dinner. reading all day A. Pardee call'd talked of his visit to ramsey. a letter to Isaiah from Wm. I dont like how things go on. I pray that all may be well sent a paper today. went to see E. whealy. Wednesday 14th. heavy snow storm. commenc'd whilst Rhoda and I were visiting at H. Bellamy's. Dr. Aimes there. Hiram brought us home in the cutter Isaiah down did not meet him. very cold. Ramsey Hiram here yesterday and day before. makeing Shirts for L. Haskin I now read the word, and so pass on from day to day till I shall be no more Satturday 17th fine morning now Storm 20 �M arc h 1 85 5 Roda went home this morning with Luther I shall mis her company. of visitors. Yesterday a host Mrs. Chambers and Son with Miss Hulbert and I Blandchard to dinner, afternoon Isaiah, Eliza and Emily Dr. Scofield, wife, and Mrs. Gammel Isaiah did not stop to tea. Isaiah has decided on not moveing to Goderich at which I rejoice, as I do hope it will be all for the best. this afternoon went to Walkers with Mrs. Chambers staid to tea home with J. and Margrett. Sabbath did not go to Church. Isaiah. Father and I went to they had been to Prescott with the Doctor saw Maryan, took tea and home Monday 19th. Cook today. wrote to Jerry markeing my plaid dress. to Brockvill. weeke. Father gon Satturday 24th past a busy Wednesday Jim and Mary gon to a Funerall. had to get dinner. Uncle Chauncy and Son here. afternoon Mrs. Chambers and Son called. Isaiah and the little Girls, all to tea. call'd to see E. Whealy. Thursday this weeke arrangeing with Hiram. made a lot 21 �March 1855 of Pies this morning, myself. not very well Friday after makeing cake call'd to Nancy Walkers at 11 AM and at two PM her fourth Boy was born. staid until nine Oclock came home up to my nees in snow. had stormed all day. John Haskins and Mr. Sileck chating with Father left them there went to bed tired. This morning bright and very cold Haskins gon home heavy roads Wednesday 28th) Cold, last Sabbath went to Church not many there cold and windy Monday much as, usual comers and goers all the time. Mr. and Mrs. Dowling came on Satturday. Mr. D. returned Sabbath Maryan here busy fixing fore home. Call'd to see Nancy. Yesterday made Cake before finished Haskins & Selic came had to get breakfast for them, tryed to finish my dress, but did not. want to go see Eliza but cannot, as usual no way to go. Mrs. Chambers here on Sunday Satturday 31st) fine, but bad roads. Wednesday night after Isaiah left the Division. I went home with him, on the way the 22 �March 1855 roads w er e so badly drifted that w e could with great difficulty got along wind blowing hard. I w ish' d to see how Eliza wa s getting on sinc e She commenced takeing b rous 1 m edicine . I found her as w el l as I expected. staid till next day. Sam G ammel . Came h om e with snow had drifted so much w e had to go through the fields. at home visitors, Mrs. W heal y and Margrett B ellamy . M arya n to bind h e r quilt. arranging all the things at the A uction. Aunt and Self. Friday busy morn Father bought Cut a dress off for Maryan T hi s morning more yesterday afternoon Maryan and I w en t to J oh n B ellamy' s immediately after tea. Hiram Bellam y from Ramsey drove to the door for M arya n and I to g o home. his w if e and her Sister b ein g at our h ouse , w e did so. I helped the girl to get tea, after which the young folks w en t to the Singing School. after they returned the Sand and played till I w a s tired and w en t to bed. The news of y esterday , M rs . H. Bellamy had a D aughter . I help'd Thursda y night, 29th March/55 I am now alone, all my visitors gon 23 �April 1855 they had dinner here which I helped to get and made the last of my mince pies 3rd April/54 [sic] ) fine morning. Maryann took her final Departure this morn'g Luther going with her. before she left, we had a a family concern Satturday Isaiah call'd gave him the gingham I bought. visitors of one sort or another. Sabbath Father and I went to Church. turned very Cold. at night blew a perfect gale. water in our bedroom frozen solid in the afternoon, went to Hiram Bellamy's to see the Babby, all well passed a pleasant afternoon, after which home. nothing worth write-ing, tho' much said read and talked Mrs. Wright, Hiram' Mother in law at his house an agreeable person, should have said so before. Satturday 7th. fine day bad roads. this weeke had a letter from Jerry. This weeke has pass'd much as usual. John Haskins has been here 24 �April 1855 a few others also. busy sewing Thursday made pies and cakes. the Same today Wednesday 11 April/55 Flurries of snow. no sugar yet. roads bad Father went to Merricksvill yesterday. Sunday afternoon I went to Church sacrament administered whilst at Church Isaiah' family came had tea and home. yesterday Isaiah pileing boards. Wrote to Wiliam last Monday. makeing my Orleans dress. busy. Monday 16th) fine weather all last weeke three men here working in the saw mill night and day family now a large Mrs. Chambers and Son here since Satturday. last Friday went with others to visit at Mr. Pardees. day before Father went to Merricksvill staid at home all Sabbath reading the word. busy I trust to profit. this morning has most of the work to do. Wednesday 18th) gloomy, yesterday rain water high. just now parted Mrs Chambers, who is gon to her friend last Monday wrote to Jeremiah Isaiah called this week all pretty well. 25 �April-May 1855 Cut and fixt Shirts for Luther Mrs. Shambeau makeing them. I am makeing Coarse Shirts for Father. at present much trouble with H. Bellamys concern. today. Pigs killing yesterday Prayers in the Church with fasting for the success the of British Army Thursday, heavy rain. 20th April. Many occurances, prevented me from writeing. weather has been fine. Father and Luther went to Prescott and Ogdensburg on Tuesday, yesterday Mrs. Dowlings furniture went to her. on Monday Aunt and I went to the Funeral of Child, A. McCulas in the evening call'd to see Margrett who is sick also E. whealy. last Tuesday rec'd a Letter from Wm. all well yesterday Isaiahs. Father took me to roads pretty good. day fine in the evening home with Isaiah found all pretty well. brought home a rose bush. This morning put the Stove up rd in the Shed. 3 May/55. Thursday fine weather. busy in the garden. Luther fixing a flower knot near the summer house last Thursday while spending the evening with Margrett Bellamy, a Boy riding in 26 �May 1855 haste, delivered a Letter from J. Dowling desiring some of us to come to Prescott quick. Maryann was dangerously ill Father and I started immediately, left home at 6 AM night Cold. I staid until last Tuesday. returned home with Father leaving Mary'n much better. I was surprised to get home, being very tired. Jeremiah sent several numbers of the Illustrated news, and an interesting Letter. all well Wm. gon to Detroit. have not heard from Isaiah' family since I was there. Monday 7th May/55, the ist of May I was in Prescott with Mrs. Dowling Cold dry weather. nothing remarkable occured since I last wrote. Mrs. Pardee visited here last Thursday. Isaiah call'd looking to hire a Girl. a few seeds has been put in the garden. church. Yesterday went to I should have mentioned my haveing been at Mr. Boyds Church. also the Episcopal Church in the evening went in the morning with Boyd. in the evening with Miss M'Elmiles. good singing and good sermon at the Ep'l Church this day work just as usual. 27 �May 1855 10th May/55. Thursday. this morning fine. hard frost last night. water low not well myself, could not get up to breakfast. Mary washing bedcloths Mrs. Smyth with Margrett Bellamy help-ing to quilt all this week. we have six men in the kitchen. with pain in Shoulder. Father troubled I have sowed flower seeds at the summer house. all other seeds in. 11th Friday, wrote to Wm. last Monday. felt much better, but weak wanted to go to Eliza', haveing no way of going I started on foot. The morning was plesant, and I got there without being much tired. house. found no one in the walk'd over to the Old Folks. not long there when Eliza and the Children came. had been up to the Store found all pretty well. day. Spent a comfortable after tea Father came for me. Satturday 12th. newspapers. avocations as usual. just at tea time Rev'd Mr. Throop, a misionary came. McMurry. Chilly even'g Sent by Revd pass'd an agreeable evening prayers offer'd by Mr. Throop, with lots of 28 �May 1855 29 reverence, in which I trust we all took an interest. (13th Sabbath all went at 11 AM to the Presbyterian Church. small. Congregation at 3 Oclock went with Father to the Episcopal Church. returned home spent the evening reading. worship at 1 Oclock Monday 14th) rain last night which was much wanting. every thing looks lovely this morning. veal for dinner. a Calf was killed had Cook'd made pies & jony cake for supper. pretty tired sat on the door step talking with Father and the Minister. tea over. going to hunt up a Girl for Eliza 15th Tuesday fine growing weather. after tea yesterday evening, went to P. Capes. engaged his Girl for Eliza. she went there this morn. call'd at Mrs. Murphys who gave me Some Irish flower seeds which I sew'd this morning. also a few Cucumber seeds Uncle Chauncy and the Minister here. also A. Merrick and E. Burritt, trying to value the Property. they were here to dinner and tea. others in the evening Wednesday 16th. fine day, pretty tired I �May 1855 Father much troubled with pain in his Shoulder. busy sewing. Minister gon Thursday 17th. morning work (dusting helping to wash dishes & c. (done. read morning worship. then to sewing made a Cape for my drab dress. after which mending Shirts for Luther. help'd him to put the ist young Chickens & hen in the coop. sometimes chaced the hens out of the garden. Mrs. Burwash in Town.) Friday 18th warm. grain. made mending Shirts. Satturday 19th. call'd on Mrs. Burwash. looked ill. Father sowing Indian pudding and potpie Margrett there after a while went to Walker's spent the evening there, with others. Sabbath 20th went to the Presbyterian Church. no Minister there. Father and I were going to see Eliza, but were prevented by Arch' family comeing. They staid to tea Monday 21st. done the work in the forenoon. in the afternoon went with Mrs. Burwash to A rch . very cold comeing home. same evening Maryan Dowling 30 �May 1855 came with Luther from Prescott next Tuesday 22nd. made Cakes & c. Mrs. Burw'sh and several others to tea. night. here. Wednesday 23rd. very tired at Maryan left Eliza and her two little Girls came in their Buggy. I was rejoiced to see them, but how soon was that damped by Eliza, telling me of the State of her health. write it. Oh! I fear to May her Heavenly Father look on her with pitty and spear [sic] her to her dear Children. Mr. Green, Bible Agent, came at tea time. my dear Child left me with a heavy heart. Mr. G. went to Meeting but they had no worship and to bed. Thursday 24th. with rain. last night thunder lightning Mr. Green gon. house turned upside down, whitewashing & cleaning. health. Margrett Bellamy in poor John Whealy has been very ill call'd in. Dr. Brouse. Tuesday 29th/55 Much has been done since I last wrote the whole house cleaned and I got finish'd Satturday evening. 31 �May 1855 Sunday morning my Husband started off to Old Mr. Blandchards with his Son John, leaving me to my Cogitations. while siting in my room I heard a buggy stop. when on going to the door to my great joy I met my Son William accompanied by Wm. Garvey. we had a very agreeable time several friends. and in the afternoon Isaiahs Family. my dear Eliza is in poor health Father did not come home until night. Sat up till a late hour. Monday very busy. in the afternoon went with my Son to his Sisters. had as agreeable a visit as the State of her health would admit. returned home after tea our young men here chating till bed time. all up early this morning prepareing William and Luther. The latter going with my son as far as Prescott Wm. left here after saying goodby to all. Thursday, 31st May/55 Yesterday company to dinner. Hiram Blanc'd wife, and Sister. J. Blanchard and wife from the States. every day brings something new. went in the afternoon to John Bellamy's. after which call'd to Pardees 32 �June 1855 This morning. the strangers started on their way home to Prescott. self. others going took them once more, a little time to my- Aunt keeping house for Walker 2nd June/55. wanted Satturday. rain which is much busy this morning. made cakes and pies. done some mending and prepared to go to Eliza better, who is not getting surely there is nothing in this life worth liveing for, when we think we are within reach of the object we most wished to obtain, a blight comes and all is gon. Oh! May we so live that when the dread summons comes, we shall have nothing to do, but, obey Thursday 7th. Cool gloomy weather. rain every day. to Eliza. Some last Satturday Father look Much trouble there. She had been with Doctor Edmonds on who operated on her throat, where the cause of her complaint was, and which would end fatal, if not immediately attended to. I pass'd a lonesome Sabbath. Isaiah and Eliza went to the Dr in Brockvill has to go every second day. I read the word with the dear Children, they reading also. 33 �June 1855 Mrs. Wright came for me to to dinner, but did not. there I remained there, assisting until Tuesday evening. when just after they returned from Brockvill Father came for me bringing with him a hired Girl. home, I came commiting my Child to her Heavenly Father. Yesterday made a pair of trousers for L. Haskins. morning, makeing pies.) this Tuesday 12th. Cloudy heavy showers. there has been much rain. last weeke made a suit of cloths for L. Haskins on Satturday Made a cheese. had a note from Eliza the Doctor has given her hopes of getting well. Oh! may it prove so Sunday had a bad head ach. Mr. Morrice preach'd in the E. Church of which two persons sent me word did not feel able to go. day. rain'd all Monday made another cheese after which cut the sheeting 3 pr for Maryan and two for the house, made nearly 1 pr. call'd. Isaiah had been to Brockvill in 34 �June 1855 The forenoon with Eliza Doctor said she need not go again for some time she being much bette., this morning busy. Mary Whitewashing the Milk room. Satturday 16th) I now sit down tired 1 Oclock busy all the morning, makeing Cakes and pies. Since I last wrote, clean'd the flower beds, has had the cellar all cleaned so I feel a little better in that respect had a Letter from Wm. as also had Isaiah sent a note to Eliza to have her come and stop here a few days, hopeing it would cheer her under her present affliction, which I trust may be a trial of her faith in Him, who doeth all Things well. Isaiah and Mrs. Wright call'd today, going with their wool. Thursday 21st) Yesterday evening returned home with Isaiah. went to see Eliza, even ing before. found her much better than I expected. Mr. Bissell haveing told me she was very ill, staid that night. this morning makeing pies. dinner. Mrs. Walker here to a Man makeing Steps for the hall door. Margrett gon to the Doctor Friday heavy rain thunder last night 35 �June 1855 mending Fathers old coat. (Tuesday_ fine morning. have had much rain. Many things has pass'd since I last wrote. duties as usual. Eliza' health improving some may her Heavenly Father perfect the Cure if He sees fit. call'd Yesterday Isaiah said Emily was very sick. last Satturday went to the Funeral of John Hills child a fine Boy who died of the ScarIt fever. many Children have it Satturday 30th) weather hot. Thursday night heavy rain and thunder. was at Isaiah' where I had been since Tuesday attending Emily who was dangerously ill with Inflamation on the brain. her Father had Doctor Edmondson to see her. I remained there under much anxiety, being doubtful of the Childs health, however it has pleased God to spare her to her afflicted Parents Yesterday she was able to be up when I returned home with my Husband who was kind and attentive. Isaiah had a Letter from Jeremiah all m Mrs. Williams was here while I was away. call'd on my way home to see Mrs. Bissell who had broke her arm. 36 �July 1855 Wednesday 4 July/55. Cloudy have had very warm days, now cool. Satturday night at 10 Oclock, James and Maryan arrived, had supper, up till a late hour Sunday, Father and I went to Church not pleased with the Minister. in the afternoon went to Johns, where was most of our family, also Isaiah'. looking very delicate. Monday duties as usual. wrote to Wm. Isaiah and Eliza call'd. and Antha. Emily Yesterday evening also Nancy every morning Skim Milk and work butter, if any is to be done also cakes and pies when wanted. sewing in the afternoon. Satturday 14th some time and much trouble has pass'd over me since I last pen'd a few lines here. My Grand Child Emily Wright was a second time attack'd with inflamation on the brain which was more severe than the first. I have been there with others attending day and night a weeke her poor Mother constant and little less her Father. few expected she would be spared but God in His wisdom has raised her. I came home Yesterday evening with My Husband who was Kind and 37 �July-August 1855 and attentive. Call'd to see Mrs. Bissel who is confined to her bed. yesterday. fine rain every where You turn you see nature in luxurious beauty. on the 12th The Orangemen passed through our Village and at an early hour bands placing Banners waveing to the glorious memory. Wife had a Son. same day Thomson Cut a fine Cheese this week. first rasberries today. whilst at Eliza made a pair of trousers for L. Haskins. 3rd August/55, returned from Prescott 25 of last month haveing been with Maryann Dowling 10 days who was dangerously ill. Father came for me, bringing Aunt Smith whome he left and I returned home. I was not well not ever since. Many things has occured which I cannot now write. last Satturday wrote to V?m. and Jerry. Yesterday Isaiah' Family had their likeness taken by a Man set up in the division room. an immense number of Persons has been there. had a Letter from Wm. informing me of a certain event to take place 38 �August 1855 Sept'r. (Tuesday 7th August, much trouble just now. Luther very ill, walking, with Crutches. I have not much time to myself. makeing currant wine, and other thins, sent a Letter to Wm. last Satturday. evening before was in Humphries garden which is fine. Friday 17 August/55. Luther very ill with Rheumatism no use of his limbs. much to write but no time. last Sunday J. Dowling and wife Came. Maryann remains here, not well wrote to Wm. Thursdays Mail. Yesterday Eliza and Children drove herer [sic] alone Dr. Edmondson has been here three times was yesterday. morning house. Burwash call'd this Maryann and I went to toll M. haveing a dress makeing there went from there to Isaiah'. home at 11 Oclock AM. all well Shambault here makeing a dress for Maryann day changed. high wind and rain. busy with berries & c. & c. Monday 20th. fine day. worked hard yesterday. Company here Isaiah family with others 39 �August 1855 Luther contined very ill. home today. Girl went Cooking bottleing currant wine, makeing rasberry vinegar with many other things. last month Dr. Horton died in Qebec on his way home. Satturday evening Revd Macdonnel here Preached in the Presbyterian Church. Warm. Wednesday 22nd. very busy every where. had a letter from William. Maryann here yet. not much improvement in Luthers health Margrett Bellamy not well. My poor Eliza far from well. such are the trials of life Oh! may we submit with pati- -ence to the Divine will. Wednesday 29th Aug't much has transpired since I last wrote. last Sunday 26th morning Mr. Thomas Hill departed this life, in the hope of a Blessed Resurection. Sunday J. Dowling Came for his Wife. left here in the evening. several here to dinner Dowling has had an auction those last 3 days. funeral on Monday. confined to the bed. Father went to the Luther no better Eliza & Isaiah went to the Auction Monday evening. had tea at Nancy's 40 �August-September 1855 Isaiah had a letter from William. Yesterday old Mr. and Mrs. Blandchard and Mrs. Blandchard and child were here to dinner with N. Walker in the evening. John' family. after doing many things for poor Luther, poulticing his legs & c. went to bed very tired. this I thank my Heavenly Father I feel much better. frost last night and night before. fine days Sabbath. cool. 2nd Septr 1855 - Doctor Edmondson has been here three times during the past week he Lanc'd or cut open Luther legs, from which an immense quantity of Matter flowed. the opperation was severe both to the patient and those who assisted I was the prenciple help. it was a trial Luther is very feeble yet, not able to be up. last sabbath Isaiah and Eliza call'd with several others. fine days Cold nights Isaiah was to meet William in Brock today. I have been quite unwell myself but am constantly busy. much attention. Luther requires Monday 10 Septr /55- This morning my son left here at 8 Oclock on his way to St. Andrews to be married on Wednesday. I shall say nothing of my morning, 41 �September 1855 feelings at parting with him. I may never see him More on earth. none can tell what a Mother feels when oblidg'd to part with her her Children. there is some talk Isaiah' Family moveing off. they were here yesterday with others to dinner. last Satturday I went with William to Isaiah' took dinner there home to tea. in the evening P. Hough delivered a lecture, subject War. every day Father rides out with Luther my time passes away without any earthly enjoyment. I did not go to the lecture nor have I been in any place of worship those 7 Sundays. Mrs. Smyth is fixing for her s[t]ates journy. She takes her ease but others pay for it. Thursday 13th Septr fine day rain last night. fine day yesterday, on which day my son William was to be married. Tuesday evening went with Father to Isaiah' staid till yesterday evening came home with Isaiah who is determined to sell and go to Goderich if possible fine weather. Thursday 20 Septr frost every night this weeke but one. and thunder, fine days. that night rain Satturday Revd 42 �September-October 1855 Mr. Smith came. but me. Sabbath all went to Church Girl gon I cookd dinner. Mr. S. left after. Monday the Doctor. Mary James Came to see me Tuesday Luther to Brockvill to I wrote two letters to Chicago for Mary James. Westerday [sic]she and I went to Eliza, had a good visit. dont think they will move off. busy. Mrs. Smith fixing all the time for the States. night this morning Tuesday. 25. gloomy morning. rain last Mrs. Smith has just started for the States. yesterday Catherine Gammel, Olive Carpenter & others started for the West. Isaiah' family here on Sunday Father and Luther brought Emily down with them in the morning went to Church. every thing much as usual. last Thursday Mary James left here. Yesterday a new Covered Carriage come. Monday. 1st Octr/55. Wednesday Raining I went with Luther in the Cover'd Carriage to Eliza, eat apples and home. Friday Eliza and Children Came. Arch'd to tea Went to home in the Covered Carriage and went. Isaiah has sold his Cows, prepareing to move. Satturday evening went to hear a Jew pray. 43 �October 1855 Sabbath, went to Hills Church. in Carriage rained home The Jew preach'd in the evening went to hear him. dark and muddy. a number there slept here, dont shave or cut his hair Satturday had a plesant Letter from William Jeremiah' wife has a daughter this day Isaiah here. wrote to McMartin. all the time. busy fixing to paper the kitchen makeing Pumpkin pies. Wednesday 10th fine day folks busy fixing for the Soiree tomorrow. last Thursday 4th Antha had a daughter. Friday went to Eliza in the evening. this weeke. mad pies Second time came home Satturday Sunday here all day Isaiah' family Call'd to see John who was sick. with sorrow I write it Isaiahs family moves to Goderich we was here on Monday. we wrote to William this morning. and Beaty call'd. way to Goderich. house but myself. set the tables. Burwash The former on his no one in the Girl helping to Monday 15th. with a troubled mind, I write my dear children are about to be separated from me in this world. they are packing their 44 �October-November 1855 things to go to Goderich. them. 45 how shall I part last Thursday I went with Father to the soiree My heart was heavy whe n I thought I must so soon part with my Children all pass'd off well. to Isaiah for me next day went with Luther staid till Sunday. Father came they had almost given up going this morning received a letter from my dear Eliza, saying they had decided on going. to thee my Heavenly Father I commend - Father gon to Prescott on Dowlings business. Tuesday 23rd. since I last wrote I have had much trouble. Isaiah' family made preparations to go to Goderich, much against the wishes of their best friends. however it now broke up and they remain. Eliza and Children were from Satturday till Monday here Satturday evening, w e were at Johns. Friday went to a sewing bee at Whealy'. last Wednesday A. Bellamy house was burnt. so they had to quit. their family are here until they get a place. there is meeting in the division every night. Mr. Cook, the speaker, twice last Sabbath. weather Cold and gloomy. this morning made a Cheese and Pies Satturday 27th. fallen this weeke. 1 foot of snow has very bad roads. Dr. Scofield has been here all this weeke, left here this Morning advent Meeting every night. Isaiah call'd made a cheese yesterday. all Arch' family them. �N ovembe r 1855 h er e y et . M os t fortunate I h op e it ha s b een , that I saiah ' family did not Start for Goderich. the w eathe r has b ee n so severe. Cold and w indy . T uesda y 30th Yesterday Father went to P rescot t m ad e a C hees e y esterda y w it h other things. to hear Cook Sabbath day there. not many w en t b a d roads Wednesday 31st. w en t to Isaiah'. fine d ay . found all well. p leas' d they did not go to G oderic h staid till next evening. T uesday. M argret t Bellamy and H irams ' W if e spent the after noon here. frost. Satturday 3rd N ovr/55 . fine d ays . Arch' h i s way to buy C ows . every night family h ere . Isaiah on I h av e a bad Cold b u t I thank m y H eavenly F athe r for all his mercies. I am y e t spared w hil e many are call'd from time to e ternity . m akein g Shirts for L . Haskin s y esterda y m ad e the 5th cheese. Thursday 8th N ovr/55 . since I last w rot e h ere , I h av e b een very ill w it h a b a d cold. far from w el l y et , but thankful for the m ercie s v ouchsafe d to m e . I feel that I h av e b ee n an object of care to m y Heavenly F athe r else I would not now b e b lesse d wit h so many p rivileges . Oh! for a closer w al k with God. last Satturday rec'd a letter from My Son in the m ids t o f h i s h appines s does not forget his M other . w eeke . Isaiah b ough t cows this A rch ' family h er e y et . also hired m e n w eathe r fine for the saw Mil l going. season. rain last n igh t 46 �N ovembe r 1855 - N ovr/55 . M onda y going on. Sabbath. raining different w ork s F ather , p ai n in h is knee, y esterday . H ire d Girls away had to do all t h e w or k Isaiah family h er e w en t to m eeting . w en t h ome . I read some. A fte r diner could not m uc h n ois e all the t ime . Arch' 13th T uesday . John B ellamy s family m ovin g up to the S hop . family not moved y et . fine d ay . My Son, and N ephe w / Yesterday w rot e to Wednesday fine great family. all noise and bustle . hangs on y et . Tuesday 20th last w eek e s now some on the g roun d yet h ar d a F ai r t oday . Mr. Pardee. time. frost. My cold p lesan t Father gon to Brockvill w it h noise and confusion all the My h ea d ach no u s e complaining last Sabbath all at m os t of the d ay . home. I read the w or d I h op e to proffit. makeing a p urpl e print dress today Thursday, 29th Novr) since I last w rot e every thing p ass' d off as usual. I h av e b ee n m uc h afflicted with inflamation in my Gums, w hic h m ad e me feel very unwell last Monday , A rch ' family m ove d in their own house. w e have yet a pretty large family m e n w orkin g night and day. calld this w eeke . then a l l w er e Isaiah well. last night D owlin g call'd and this morning A un t Smith in P rescot t L. H askins. I am m akein g trousers for Yesterday E . W heal y visited h ere . 47 �December 1855 (December 4th Tuesday/55. last Sabbath dry roads 48 fine Clear day Father and I went to Church. reading the word the most of the day. weather has been very fine with sprinkling of snow. last Satturday got a new carpet for the palour. Yesterday Isaiah' family here, left Florence, to go to school. works going on night and day. (Monday 10th) Cold with light snow. had a toilsom weeke Mrs. Shambeau and I makeing the Carpet Curtains&c. My health not good, distressing pain in my head last night. went to no place of worship yesterday. very Father and John gon to Brockvill Mrs. Smith returned from the States this morning, Isaiah brought Florence to go to School. took her home Satturday (Thursday 13th) Cold no Sleighing verious employments. fix'd my winter bonnet. beau here serving for L. Haskins. Sham Rhoda P visited here yesterday evening. pretty large family all the time. house I am much in the dont feel well but I thank my Heavenly Father for all His mercies that I am yet blessed with many priveleges 18th Deer) Tuesday. yesterday Cold but bright and lovely Sun Set bright and glorious - no snow on the ground. last Sabbath raining most of the day. here different times. dinner. Garvey and wife Isaiah' family here to Florence went home stormy. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Eliza Bellamy Diary Collection Subject The topic of the resource 19th Century Rural Ontario Diaries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Eliza Bellamy Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Upper Canada Village Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1854-1855 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Leeds and Grenville County, North Augusta Township, Ontario Table Of Contents A list of subunits of the resource. Eliza Bellamy Diary, 1854-1855 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Eliza Bellamy Diary, 1854-1855 Date Created Date of creation of the resource. October 17, 1854 Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. Eliza Bellamy Diary Collection Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Typed Transcription UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Extracted Text The Eliza Bellamy Diary This account of daily life from October 17, 1854 through December 18, 1855 was written by Eliza Bellamy, the second wife of Samuel Bellamy, mill owner and farmer at North Augusta, Grenville County. The original diary is owned by Mrs. King Whitney, Glen Lawrence, Kingston, Ontario. Mrs. Bellamy was the grandmother of Mrs. Whitney's grandmother, Emily Helen Wright MyIks. The following short family history was written by Mrs. MyIks. "My grandfather's name was James Forbes Keays. He was born in King's County, Ireland. He was the second son and the law at that time was the eldest son inherited the estates. He was bought a Commission in the army and when quite a young man came to Canada. He was appointed by the government to the Commissariat department while the Lachine canal was being built in Quebec. He was highly educated, understood French, etc." My grandmother was born in the city of Waterford Ireland. Her name was Eliza Amelia Gift. She too was educated at a boarding school in her native city [.] when she was quite a young child she lost her mother. her Father married again She was the only child of the first marriage. When she was about eighteen she came to Canada with some cousins by the name Link, it was a new country then, it taking about six weeks to cross the Atlantic. After she was here she met my Grandfather and they were married. They first lived in Quebec at the Ile of Nois. There was -where my mother was born. later on he was moved to Bytown which is Ottawa now where there were more public works carried on. From little souvenirs I have seen there was high life for those days. "When quite a young man 45 years of age he was stricken with Dropsy and passed away leaving my Grandmother with her little family alone in a new country my mother aged about ten and a son William between named James Forbes, after his Father. but my Grandmother was a strong minded woman and they had a government grant of 200 acres of land situated .2 �near North Augusta. She came to the woods bringing her old servant man and his wife with her. there she made a living and faced the change of circumstances bravely, after being a widow about five years she married Samuel J. Bellamy quite a wealthy man a widower with five children after which her troubles of getting on were at an end. The two families of children grew up together. it was said a stranger would scarcely know the dividing line (of course bringing her two along) by her own Mother which as long as she lived there was a dividend came to her but at her death it ceased. I remember my grandmother quite well as I was about fourteen years of age at the time of her death. She was a very fine gentle lady her advantages were better than my own mother as she grew up in a new country William her son was quite well educated. The money that came to her every year she spent by sending him to Toronto to school. His family are living in the U.S. The daughter, a Mrs. Carpenter, at Jamestown, N.Y. Emily -Wright Mylks There are two sons Reginald Horton & William The 1851 census for Grenville County provides the following information about the Bellamys of Augusta Twp. [Prom District 2, p.113] No. 43 Samuel I. Bellamy. Farmer & Miller Born in United States. A Congregationalist Age (next birthday): 64 Stone house, lh story. 1 Fine Church of stone. Seat 500 persons 1 Flouring Mill wrought by water, 2 runs of stone. Manufactured 30,100 bu. 2 employees. Grist Mill mostly for custom work. 1 Saw Mill run by water 1 saw No. 44 Eliza Bellamy. Born in Ireland. Church of England. Age (next birthday): 55 No. 45 Luther H. Bellamy. Clerk. Born in Upper Canada. Congregationalist. Age (next birthday): 20 No. 46 Mary Ann Bellamy. Born in Upper Canada. Congregationalist. Age (next birthday): 17 . . 3 - 2 - �- 3 - No. 47 Wm. Sharp (?). Labourer. Born in Ireland. Roman Catholic. Age (next birthday): 22 No. 48 Margaret Greer. Born in Ireland. Free Church. Age (next birthday): 25 The next household listed was that of John B. Bellamy, one of Samuel's sons. No. 49 John B. Bellamy. Clothier. Born in Upper Canada. E. Methodist. Age (next birthday): 29 Frame house, 11/2story (2 families occupying) . Clothing Mill by water and Carding Machine by [water]. 6000 yds. manufactured. 20,000 lb. wool carded. 4 employees No. 50 Margaret Bellamy (wife of John B.). Born in Upper Canada. E. Methodist. Age (next birthday): 24. Another of Samuel's sons was listed on page 189. No. 49 Archibald Bellamy. Clothier. Born in Upper Canada. No Church. Age (next birthday): 22 Log house, lh story. No. 50 Nancy (wife of Archibald). Born in Upper Canada. No Church. Age (next birthday): 20 Eliza's daughter had married Isaiah Wright. They also lived in Augusta Twp. and were listed in Enumeration District 2. Isaiah Wright. Farmer. Born in Upper Canada. W. Methodist. Age (next birthday): 33 Eliza A. Wright. Born in "L. Canada". Church of England. Age (next birthday): 26 Eliza Bellamy was much concerned with Eliza Wright's health. It is reassuring to find Eliza Wright in the 1861 Census. The entry there shows her place of birth as Upper Canada and her religion as W. Methodist. The Wrights lived in a 11/2story frame house as in 1851. Daughters Florence and Emily, going on 14 and 12 respectively, attended school. There was a third daughter, Isabella, who would be 4 on her next birthday. .4 �- 4 - The 1861 Census shows a few changes in the household of Samuel and Eliza Bellamy. [Enumeration Dist. 8, p. 98.] Included in the household is Luther Haskins, to be 12 years old at next birthday; he is shown to be a member of the family. Also listed as a member of the family is a widow Pamela Smith, an "old lady", 65 yrs. old on next birthday. Luther H. Bellamy had been married during the year, and he and his wife Marian were in Samuel's household. Finally there were a man and a woman as servants. A Genealogical Note Mrs. Norma Whitney, owner of the diary, is the daughter of Leonard E. Mylks, M.D. He was the younger son of Emily Helen Wright Mylks, the second daughter of Eliza Keays Wright. �October 1854 1 17th Octr 1854 Tuesday) Isaiah family here, to dinner last Thursday Liddy here and Hiram B'y here. Mrs. Burwash had a daughter the 7th Protracted meeting still continues. I went last night with the girls, heard a good sermon Satturday evening Revd Mr. Boyd came Preached on Sunday. few in the Church went home after dinner. Yesterday Edward Bellamy Came from the States. mornings cold. men puting up a Cistern. Friday 20th yesterday made a Cheese, only the second this year. made Tomato Catsup very dull westher. Flurries of snow, yesterday the first last Sunday letter from William and Jeremiah. Wm wanting J. to go to Goderich. Monday 23rd) much to write about. Friday went with Hiram Bellamy to Eliza', they had just returned from Hariet Wright' wedding, that night had a Chat with Isaiah about Goderich. Father came for me next day. same evening. E. Bellamy wife and Child came. also Liddy, and H. Bellamy here. Sunday at home until after dinner. took tea at John Bellamy'. while there Walker brought his wife home. I read the word when I could this morning Call'd with the visitors to A. Pardees after which they left here on their way home. Uncle Chauncy here yesterday �October-November 1854 2 Saturday 2[8]th weather this week has been delightful, no water for the Mills. time passing away rappidly, two cheese made this week, on Wednesday I went with Hiram Bellamy to Brockvill. went to see Jeremiah family before they left for Goderich. staid at Griffins until next day. made sum purchaces. after dinner took a final leave of Jeremiah' family. went to Revd Mr. Smarts, staid to tea Hiram Call'd for me, returned home had a very plesant ride, found all as usual. Father reading, had tea again. Chated read and went to bed first returning thanks to my Heavenly Father for all his mercies. Yesterday Call'd on Mrs Burwash, spent the evening at I. Bellamy's Father and others there. this morning makeing Apple Jelly Thursday Nov'r 2nd Fine morning. Last Sat'y rec'd a letter informing us of the death of Susan Wallace and her daughter by drowning. her Sister Liddy was here went home next day. Hallowene. Miss Beaty with others were here to tea past a pleasant evening. �November 1854 3 Isaiah call'd this weeke. had a Letter from William. all busy here sending off Lumber this evening had a letter form Jeremiah who this morning started for Goderich. Satturday 4th very hard frost last night. very high wind thursday night, Hiram Bellamyhere.finished my Plaid dress yesterday. very cold today. (Sabbath 5th) we all went to Church which was Crowded Orangmen being there. a Sermon preached to them. read the word. I hope to improvement in the evening went to Advent Meeting Monday 6th/ Orangmen paraded the Streets, druming away their time. Tuesday 7th/ Snow last night. Father and Luther gon to Brockvill busy mending Father' Coat. Mrs. and Mr. Burwash here in the afternoon to tea Father and Luther home while at tea. Wednesday 8th) very Cold and very busy arranging tea Sugar and nice honey which I just got, with many other fixings Father Cuting up a Cow in cellar, a Musiceon playing at the door, sat down read the word and now write. 11 Oclock AM. Friday 10th) fine Clear day Father and John gon to Brockvill last night Isaiah here rec'd a letter �November 1854 4 from Wm. Maryan went to Brockvill with Hiram Bellamy yesterday. Tuesday 14th) nothing remarkable occur'd since I last wrote, has had a Man working in the kitchen at the water Conveyance Father went to Prescott last Friday. every place dry except the roads. Sabbath. staid at home, reading most of the day. Maryan home. busy with her Cloak & dress. (Thursday 16th) flurries of snow yesterday Eliza and Isaiah took dinner here. short will be the time I shall have the satisfaction of haveing one Child of mine to come to see me. Ohi I cannot hear the thought neither can I write it. Thrashers here today. (Tuesday 21st) fine morning snow on the ground roads rough yesterday morning at 5 Oclock 20th Novr William Burwash departed this life after an illness of a few days. I have spent much time there. Yesterday serving reed a Letter from my son last Thursday. Funeral this day. Tuesday 22nd) Snowing. yesterday went to the Funeral, after which with Maryan went to Bleak' to see the scalded child whose mother also very ill. When going to tea Mrs. Gammel, with John Bellamy' family �November 1854 5 Came to tea. past an agreeable evening time passes rappidly with our varied employments. may we feel the necesity of a due preparation for the time which never ends. Thursday Isaiah with his little Girls came in the Sleigh for me went home with them and staid until Satturday. went home in the buggy with Isaiah heavy rain Friday night. Sunday went to Church in the buggy with Father and Maryan, a Funeral sermon preached for . Mr. Burwash' child. This day Monday 28th) Some snow on the ground Luther fixing the old school house for a tennant. Hiram Bellamy puting up a wood house at his intended residence. just finished a Letter to William. �December 1854 6 2nd Decr/54) this week made a pair of full cloth trousers for Father. Wednesday visited Mrs. Burwash the last time in this place. Hiram Bellamy busy fixing the house the house Burwash has been liveing intending to move into it when they quit. Mrs. Smith returned from the states last Thursday. �December 1854 7 6th Deer 1854 Wednesday My book which I wrote in has been mislade. I now write from recolection last week made a pair of full cloth trousers for Father. had a variety of employments. paid my last visit to Mrs. Burwash who moves away next weeke. buried her little Willy last month. Mrs. Smith home from the States last Wednesday intense cold weather since last Saturday with wind and and snow. hired Girl away. wrote to Jerermiah last mail. (Saturday 9th) last Wednesday Revd Mr. Chambers came here yet. Thursday Cold and stormy. Father and I went to the Funeral of Saml Percivals Daughter, who was buried in the Church of England burying ground in the afternoon. Isaiah and Eliza came. My dear Eliza' health is still poor. Oh how little does she know. Waht anxious thoughts I have about her. This week the weather has been very severe, this day Hogs killd. I now sit down sick and tired. (Monday 11th) �December 1854 8 Gloomy day. yesterday went to the Presbyterian Church. Mr. Chambers preached, he is here yet. at three o'clock went with Maryan and Mr. Chambers to church. Arch' family in the evening. thawing. busy trying fat fixing for mince pies, force meat & c. Tuesday 12th Dec r) very busy. Chauncy Bellamy call'd. in the afternoon a Party at J. Bellamy's went there. after tea went home with Mrs. Burwash. Rec'd a Letter from William, all well (Wednesday 13th) went to Eliza', found her only midling. brought Letters with me to Isaiah. everything as we wanted it. Doctor'd Eliza, and next morning Jim came for me, before I was out of bed. after breakfast, Eliza children and I bundeled into the cutter and home. in the evening Mrs. Burwash and others here to tea. Isaiah came for his Family. pleasant weather Friday 15th) fine morning making mince pies Sabbath 17th) no meeting except Advent meeting. did not go. Fathersick.readthe word most of the day. Friends calld. Monday 18) much as usual. bitter Cold Called to see Whealy who is very sick Dr Church there Calld at Johns, bid Mrs Burwash goodbye. Choping sausage meat. �December 1854 9 Tuesday 19th) this morning Burwash Family,took a final leave of our Villia[ge] bitter cold. John Blanchard and Miss Hulbert calld to warm. last night sent two papers to Wm (Friday 22nd) winter has set in with the greatest violence. never have I experienced such a continuance of bitter cold weather as we have had all this month. Wednesday Eliza with Isaiah calld did not stop. feels far from well. I cannot express what I feel about my dear Child Oh! may she be spared to her dear Children Thursday. finish'd my Sausage meat some in bags, more laid down, had two geese killed, with a variety of other things made a large Christmas cake, and in the after =noon at 5 oclock Hiram H. Bellamy Wife and wifes Sister arrived. had tea with us. after which left for their new home if possible, this day is the coldest we have had 26th Dec-r) roads bad. Thawing. Sabbath went to Church. Hired girl away. Christmas day none but our own Family until we sat down to dinner, when Isaiah and the two Children came. immediately after dinner Isaiah left for home taking Maryann and leaveing Emily. at three Oclock went to Church. The Sacrament administered to a �December 1854 10 large number, after which returned in the cutter. The roads covered with water it has been a dull Christmas, yet I found consolation in the house of God. busy today. Ramsey Hiram, and two here others to dinner. 3 Oclock PM I sit down to write and rest. rec-d a letter from Jeremiah as did Isaiah last week Maryan not home yet. Saturday 29th) Another year nearly Closed. we should ask ourselves have we been more faithful to our Heavenly Father than we have been, in those years which have pass'd away for ever time with us will be short. oh! may we endeavour to improve it. Much to do this week yesterday kill'd six geese and two turkeys we have had heavy rain this weeke now Cold again. roads nearly bear Benj'm James died 27th of this month on Wednesday night with others I joined the _an_. very busy today. �January 1855 11 2 Jan ry 1855) we have commenced another year. Oh! may we have a closer walk God. yesterday we had our usual company. Children and childrens Children. also Hiram Bellamy, wife and little sister. the day passed off delightfully with the children. Father Walker and the Schoolmaster went to Town Meeting home after we had dined. our Party broke up at 9 oclock. very fine night scarcely any snow on the ground. I retired to bed pretty tired after all left. 6th Saturday. Cold no Sleighing last Wednes'y Mr. Smart here. Misionary meeting. not many there. bad Sleighing Thursday went to Eliza. Maryan with me, staid till next day. Came home with Isaiah bare ground he had a Letter from Wm who has been to Chicago. found Father very sick not very well yet. (Tuesday 9th) Clear fine morning. last sabbath rain. Staid at home all day, reading the word. yesterday very fine day. warm enough for Spring good waggoning. no snow. nothing remarkable occuring I have much anxiety about my dear Eliza, whose health is so bad. sometimes I fear to think �January 1855 12 but I look to Him from whence cometh help. Thursday 11th) weather fine, cold and dry. no snow. waggons rolling along like distant thunder. made a few Calls on Tuesday Mrs. Hiram Bellamy one. last night Isaiah call'd. Eliza better. her Girl here. on her way there. Father and his Sister went to the Division last night. I staid at home, Maryan sick. no Letter from Wm. I wrote last Thursday Saturday 13th) Stormy day. rain and Snow. Father and John gon to Brockvill Hiram and wife call'd this weeke. yesterday wrote two Letters. one to J. Link the other to Jeremiah no sleighing yet Maryan sick, and teeth ach. just after fixing a goose for tomorows dinner. (Wednesday 17th) Cold. good Sleighing. have had a fall of snow. not heavy Sabbath day Father and I went to Church spent most of the day reading. Hired Girl wash'd early and left here for her Aunts wedding. the Boy with her Maryan and I doing the work. Mrs. Smyth just as usual, last Saturday Father, brought �January 1855 13 home two Mettle Tea pots, some t -___ . not very well myself up too early, yesterday Eliza and Isaiah here to dinner, did not stay long. last Satturday Singing School commenc'd H. Brown teacher. Isaiah rec'd a Letter from Jeremiah last night. Thursday 18th. Beautiful morning. last night Isaiah and Eliza Came with an intention of going to the division. Father with went. Maryan Eliza and I staid at home. enjoyed ourselves chating till the return of the folks. Hired Girl back yesterday. read the word and -_____thanks to my Heavenly Father for all His mercies. (Saturday 20th) fine morning. yesterday very sick and alone all day Father and Maryan gon to Prescott Aunt working for Nancy. some better this morning. Thursday Dowling here �January 1855 14 also three misses Calld. Pardee Logo and Tomson from Brockvill last night Father brought home Oisters eat some raw, felt better after. fresh fish for dinner today bought in Prescott Monday 23d) Storming all day Yesterday and today. rain snow and wind, very bad roads at home all Sabbath. Cooked dinner Girl away. read most of the day. this morn duties as usual. (Thursday 25th) fine Mo'ing nothing remarkable on Tuesday Maryann quilting. Yesterday went with Luther to Eliza. Letters from Wm. Isaiah in Brock'1 returned in the afternoon with L. Mrs. Lyman and Walker call'd for us to go to the division. I did not go. Saturday 27th) Tremendous snow Storm. yesterday very bad with inflamation in my eyes Thursday. E. Whealy spent the afternoon here. �January-February 1855 Yesterday with much difficulty wrote a Letter to William. (Tuesday 20th Jan'y/55 Sabbath at home. reading all day my eyes are a little better,. much anxiety of mind about different things, none immediately belonging to myself. Maryan fixing to get married, the last of our Girls my Children likely to be far away from me. All those things are against me. however, I am determind, God being my helper, to submit with resignation to His devine will, all things. this is and has been the most remarkable winter I ever remember. Yesterday all kinds of weather, with thunder and lightning today wind and snow. My employment varied as usual. at present makeing flan- nel Shirts for Father. Satturday a paper from Jerry (Friday 2 Nov'r [sic] gloomy, yesterday Isaiah's family here to dinner Came with an intention of visiting at Johns. but went home Company there. others here to dinner I had the work pretty much to do. Girl away. 11 Oclock AM after making pies & c. and Cakes. Maryan busy quilting. Mrs. Sham helping her. (Monday 5th) bitter Cold weath'r watter freezing as I wash in the bedroom Satturday Luther went to Wellington. �February 1855 home yesterday noon Roda Bellamy with them did not go to Church so very Cold. John Blandchard, wife and daughter with Arch'd Bellamy here to dinner read some, but not as much as I wish another weeke is gon. Time seems to fly. our cares and anxiety's are as absorbing now as they ever ware. why will we so strongly attach ourselves to the things of this life when we know it is not our home, our abiding place. Wednesday 7th) bright morning. Cold intense. every thing frozen in the house that could be Roda very sick with cold up late last night pareing apples for pies. Isaiah call'd. Eliza & children visiting at J. Bellamys. in the evening went to the division room . I did not go. (Thursday 8th) Father, Maryan, and Roda went to Brockvill this morning. flurries of snow. Returned in the evening with several articles. Maryan busy fixing for the great Move. Dowling here today. Friday 9th) making cakes and pies mixed more mince meat. Satturday 10th) Cold. Wednesday 14th) raining. very busy fixing for the wedding. last week had a letter from William. Satturday night Eliza 16 �February 1855 Roda, and I went to singing School no time to write much. Satturday 17th/55 Gloomy, have had a very busy weeke. have had a bad cold myself. E. Whealy, M. Bellamy N. Walker here different days this weeke. Wednesday night Isaiah call'd. brought me a butter cooler purchased at S. Gammel Store. I have nothing interesting to wright about, next weeke the wedding. Thursday 22nd Feb'y/55) plesant weather Tuesday 20th Maryan Bellamy has married to James Dowling in the presence of her nearest connection by the Rev'd R. Boyd of Prescott. our Company number'd about 50 every thing pass'd off well. at 12 Oclock prayer and the company dispersed. next morning, felt very tired, however much was to be done. after breakfast and worship Mr. and Mrs. Boyd returned to Prescott. after dinner at which was was a number, Bride and bridegroom went to her Grandfathers. this Morn'g Charlott and Edward Bellamy left for home. (Satturday 24th) very fine morning. very Cold last Thursday 17 �February-March 1855 18 Maryann took a final leave of us went with her Husband to reside in Prescott. day after Luther went to Prescott with Dowling Sen'r. Rhoda is here. yesterday wrote to Wm. Eliza' Girl call'd all well. Tuesday 27th) fine day. cold constant coming and going. Sabbath Rhoda and I went to Church, the coldest day I was ever out yesterday whilst I was cooking dinner Aunt Hanah Bellamy, daughter, and Mrs. Lake with another, were here to dinner, in the evening to tea also. J. Bellamys family Rhoda here yet. I am now after makeing pies. intend going to Eliza' to-day. (Satturday3rd March/55) last Wednesday went with Hiram Bellamy to Eliza' Isaiah gon to Perth. returned Wednes'y. help'd Eliza to make a quilt. her health not much better. Friday after makeing pies, visited with Rhoda at E. Whealys. Margrett Bellamy there. before X went to bed set spring for buns. This morning baked them. have a variety of works. Aunt and Rhoda visiting at Pardees. �March 1855 19 Counted and paid for the Spining of the yarn, gave Miss Oxby 2-6 for the Church society. March 6.) fine day windy. rain last night. Sabbath went to church. Lords Supper administer'd Whealy came for me to go to his house went there in the afternoon. Isaiah's family Came to tea. Eliza had been with Dr. Brouse. after tea they went home I went to Whealys. women there Eliza Whealy had a Daughter born at half past two Oclock AM. 5 March/55. I returned home at 5 AM. Dowling Sen'r here since yesterday. I went last night and fixt the baby. Satturday. 10. Thursday went to Isaiah' all better in health staid till next day. brought Eliza home. left the Children at School Stormed. E. did not go home but went to Singing school with Rhoda and Luther. this morning fine busy makeing cakes and pies. Isaiah �March 1855 20 came for Eliza staid to dinner. had a pleasant time. Aunt chating while I write. two Oclock Eliza gon home. Monday 12th) fine. Father and Luther gon to Brockvill. a strange Girl working in place of Mary. Sabbath. reading all day help'd to get dinner. A. Pardee call'd talked of his visit to ramsey. a letter to Isaiah from Wm. I dont like how things go on. I pray that all may be well sent a paper today. went to see E. whealy. Wednesday 14th. heavy snow storm. commenc'd whilst Rhoda and I were visiting at H. Bellamy's. Dr. Aimes there. Hiram brought us home in the cutter Isaiah down did not meet him. very cold. Ramsey Hiram here yesterday and day before. makeing Shirts for L. Haskin I now read the word, and so pass on from day to day till I shall be no more Satturday 17th fine morning now Storm �March 1855 21 Roda went home this morning with Luther I shall mis her company. Yesterday a host of visitors. Mrs. Chambers and Son with Miss Hulbert and I Blandchard to dinner, afternoon Isaiah, Eliza and Emily Dr. Scofield, wife, and Mrs. Gammel Isaiah did not stop to tea. Isaiah has decided on not moveing to Goderich at which I rejoice, as I do hope it will be all for the best. this afternoon went to Walkers with Mrs. Chambers staid to tea home with J. and Margrett. Sabbath did not go to Church. Father and I went to Isaiah. they had been to Prescott with the Doctor saw Maryan, took tea and home Monday 19th. Cook today. wrote to Jerry markeing my plaid dress. Father gon to Brockvill. Satturday 24th past a busy weeke. Wednesday Jim and Mary gon to a Funerall. had to get dinner. Uncle Chauncy and Son here. afternoon Mrs. Chambers and Son called. Isaiah and the little Girls, all to tea. Thursday call'd to see E. Whealy. this weeke arrangeing with Hiram. made a lot �March 1855 22 of Pies this morning, not very well myself. Friday after makeing cake call'd to Nancy Walkers at 11 AM and at two PM her fourth Boy was born. staid until nine Oclock came home up to my nees in snow. had stormed all day. John Haskins and Mr. Sileck chating with Father left them there went to bed tired. This morning bright and very cold Haskins gon home heavy roads Wednesday 28th) Cold, last Sabbath went to Church not many there cold and windy Monday much as, usual comers and goers all the time. Mr. and Mrs. Dowling came on Satturday. Mr. D. returned Sabbath Maryan here busy fixing fore home. Call'd to see Nancy. Yesterday made Cake before finished Haskins & Selic came had to get breakfast for them, tryed to finish my dress, but did not. want to go see Eliza but cannot, as usual no way to go. Mrs. Chambers here on Sunday Satturday 31st) fine, but bad roads. Wednesday night after Isaiah left the Division. I went home with him, on the way the �March 1855 roads were so badly drifted that we could with great difficulty got along wind blowing hard. I wish'd to see how Eliza was getting on since She commenced takeing brous1 medicine. I found her as well as I expected. staid till next day. Came home with Sam Gammel. snow had drifted so much we had to go through the fields. at home visitors, Mrs. Whealy and Margrett Bellamy. I help'd Maryan to bind her quilt. Friday busy morn arranging all the things Father bought at the Auction. Cut a dress off for Maryan Aunt and Self. This morning more yesterday afternoon Maryan and I went to John Bellamy's immediately after tea. Hiram Bellamy from Ramsey drove to the door for Maryan and I to go home. his wife and her Sister being at our house, we did so. I helped the girl to get tea, after which the young folks went to the Singing School. after they returned the Sand and played till I was tired and went to bed. The news of yesterday, Mrs. H. Bellamy had a Daughter. Thursday night, 29th March/55 I am now alone, all my visitors gon 23 �April 1855 they had dinner here which I helped to get and made the last of my mince pies 3rd April/54 [sic] ) fine morning. Maryann took her final Departure this morn'g Luther going with her. we had a before she left, a family concern Satturday Isaiah call'd gave him the gingham I bought. visitors of one sort or another. Sabbath Father and I went to Church. turned very Cold. at night blew a perfect gale. water in our bedroom frozen solid in the afternoon, went to Hiram Bellamy's to see the Babby, all well passed a pleasant afternoon, after which home. nothing worth write- -ing, tho' much said read and talked Mrs. Wright, Hiram' Mother in law at his house an agreeable person, should have said so before. Satturday 7th. fine day bad roads. this weeke had a letter from Jerry. This weeke has pass'd much as usual. John Haskins has been here 24 �April 1855 25 a few others also. busy sewing Thursday made pies and cakes. the Same today Wednesday 11 April/55 Flurries of snow. no sugar yet. bad roads Father went to Merricksvill yesterday. Sunday afternoon I went to Church sacrament administered whilst at Church Isaiah' family came had tea and home. yesterday Isaiah pileing boards. Wrote to Wiliam last Monday. makeing my Orleans dress. Monday 16th) fine weather all busy. last weeke three men here working in the saw mill night and day a large family now Mrs. Chambers and Son here since Satturday. last Friday went with others to visit at Mr. Pardees. day before Father went to Merricksvill staid at home all Sabbath reading the word. I trust to profit. this morning busy has most of the work to do. Wednesday 18th) gloomy, yesterday rain water high. just now parted Mrs Chambers, who is gon to her friend last Monday wrote to Jeremiah Isaiah called this week all pretty well. �April-May 1855 Cut and fixt Shirts for Luther Mrs. Shambeau makeing them. I am makeing Coarse Shirts for Father. at present much trouble with H. Bellamys concern. Pigs killing today. yesterday Prayers in the Church with fasting for the success the of British Army 20th April. Thursday, heavy rain. Many occurances, prevented me from writeing. weather has been fine. Father and Luther went to Prescott and Ogdensburg on Tuesday, yesterday Mrs. Dowlings furniture went to her. on Monday Aunt and I went to the Funeral of A. McCulas Child, in the evening call'd to see Margrett who is sick also E. whealy. last Tuesday rec'd a Letter from Wm. all well yesterday Father took me to Isaiahs. roads pretty good. day fine in the evening home with Isaiah found all pretty well. brought home a rose bush. This morning put the Stove up rd in the Shed. 3 May/55. Thursday fine weather. busy in the garden. Luther fixing a flower knot near the summer house last Thursday while spending the evening with Margrett Bellamy, a Boy riding in 26 �May 1855 27 haste, delivered a Letter from J. Dowling desiring some of us to come to Prescott quick. Maryann was dangerously ill Father and I started immediately, left home at 6 AM night Cold. I staid until last Tuesday. returned home with Father leaving Mary'n much better. I was surprised to get home, being very tired. Jeremiah sent several numbers of the Illustrated news, and an interesting Letter. all well Wm. gon to Detroit. have not heard from Isaiah' family since I was there. Monday 7th May/55, the ist of May I was in Prescott with Mrs. Dowling Cold dry weather. nothing remarkable occured since I last wrote. Mrs. Pardee visited here last Thursday. Isaiah call'd looking to hire a Girl. a few seeds has been put in the garden. Yesterday went to church. I should have mentioned my haveing been at Mr. Boyds Church. also the Episcopal Church in the evening went in the morning with Boyd. in the evening with Miss M'Elmiles. good singing and good sermon at the Ep'l Church this day work just as usual. �May 1855 10th May/55. Thursday. this morning fine. hard frost last night. water low not well myself, could not get up to breakfast. Mary washing bedcloths Mrs. Smyth with Margrett Bellamy help- -ing to quilt all this week. we have six men in the kitchen. Father troubled with pain in Shoulder. I have sowed flower seeds at the summer house. all other seeds in. wrote to Wm. last Monday. 11th Friday, felt much better, but weak wanted to go to Eliza', haveing no way of going I started on foot. The morning was plesant, and I got there without being much tired. found no one in the house. walk'd over to the Old Folks. not long there when Eliza and the Children came. had been up to the Store found all pretty well. Spent a comfortable day. after tea Father came for me. Chilly even'g Satturday 12th. avocations as usual. lots of newspapers. just at tea time Rev'd Mr. Throop, a misionary came. Sent by Revd McMurry. pass'd an agreeable evening prayers offer'd by Mr. Throop, with 28 �May 1855 reverence, in which I trust we all took an interest. (13th Sabbath all went at 11 AM to the Presbyterian Church. Congregation small. at 3 Oclock went with Father to the Episcopal Church. returned home spent the evening reading. worship at 1 Oclock Monday 14th) rain last night which was much wanting. every thing looks lovely this morning. a Calf was killed had veal for dinner. Cook'd made pies & jony cake for supper. pretty tired sat on the door step talking with Father and the Minister. tea over. going to hunt up a Girl for Eliza 15th Tuesday fine growing weather. after tea yesterday evening, went to P. Capes. engaged his Girl for Eliza. she went there this morn. I call'd at Mrs. Murphys who gave me Some Irish flower seeds which I sew'd this morning. also a few Cucumber seeds Uncle Chauncy and the Minister here. also A. Merrick and E. Burritt, trying to value the Property. they were here to dinner and tea. others in the evening Wednesday 16th. fine day, pretty tired 29 �May 1855 30 Father much troubled with pain in his Shoulder. busy sewing. Minister gon Thursday 17th. morning work (dusting helping to wash dishes & c. (done. read morning worship. then to sewing made a Cape for my drab dress. after which mending Shirts for Luther. help'd him to put the ist young Chickens & hen in the coop. sometimes chaced the hens out of the garden. Mrs. Burwash in Town.) Friday 18th warm. Father sowing grain. made Indian pudding and potpie mending Shirts. Satturday 19th. call'd on Mrs. Burwash. Margrett there looked ill. after a while went to Walker's spent the evening there, with others. Sabbath 20th went to the Presbyterian Church. no Minister there. Father and I were going to see Eliza, but were prevented by Arch' family comeing. They staid to tea Monday 21st. done the work in the fore- noon. in the afternoon went with Mrs. Burwash to Arch. very cold comeing home. same evening Maryan Dowling �May 1855 31 came with Luther from Prescott next Tuesday 22nd. made Cakes & c. Mrs. Burw'sh and several others to tea. very tired at night. Wednesday 23rd. Maryan left here. Eliza and her two little Girls came in their Buggy. I was rejoiced to see them, but how soon was that damped by Eliza, telling me of the State of her health. Oh! I fear to write it. May her Heavenly Father look on her with pitty and spear [sic] her to her dear Children. Mr. Green, Bible Agent, came at tea time. my dear Child left me with a heavy heart. Mr. G. went to Meeting but they had no worship and to bed. Thursday 24th. last night thunder lightning with rain. Mr. Green gon. house turned upside down, whitewashing & cleaning. Margrett Bellamy in poor health. John Whealy has been very ill call'd in. Dr. Brouse. Tuesday 29th/55 Much has been done since I last wrote the whole house cleaned and I got finish'd Satturday evening. �May 1855 32 Sunday morning my Husband started off to Old Mr. Blandchards with his Son John, leaving me to my Cogitations. while siting in my room I heard a buggy stop. when on going to the door to my great joy I met my Son William accompanied by Wm. Garvey. we had a very agreeable time several friends. and in the afternoon Isaiahs Family. my dear Eliza is in poor health Father did not come home until night. Sat up till a late hour. Monday very busy. in the afternoon went with my Son to his Sisters. had as agreeable a visit as the State of her health would admit. returned home after tea our young men here chating till bed time. all up early this morning prepareing William and Luther. The latter going with my son as far as Prescott Wm. left here after saying goodby to all. Thursday, 31st May/55 Yesterday company to dinner. Hiram Blanc'd wife, and Sister. J. Blanchard and wife from the States. every day brings something new. went in the afternoon to John Bellamy's. after which call'd to Pardees �June 1855 33 This morning. the strangers started on their way home others going took them to Prescott. once more, a little time to my- self. Aunt keeping house for Walker 2nd June/55. Satturday. rain which is much wanted busy this morning. made cakes and pies. done some mending and prepared to go to Eliza who is not getting better, surely there is nothing in this life worth liveing for, when we think we are within reach of the object we most wished to obtain, a blight comes and all is gon. Oh! May we so live that when the dread summons comes, we shall have nothing to do, but, obey Thursday 7th. Cool gloomy weather. Some rain every day. last Satturday Father look to Eliza. Much trouble there. She had been with Doctor Edmonds on who operated on her throat, where the cause of her complaint was, and which would end fatal, if not immediately attended to. I pass'd a lonesome Sabbath. Isaiah and Eliza went to the Dr in Brockvill has to go every second day. I read the word with the dear Children, they reading also. �June 1855 34 Mrs. Wright came for me to there to dinner, but did not. I remained there, assisting until Tuesday evening. when just after they returned from Brockvill Father came for me bringing with him a hired Girl. I came home, commiting my Child to her Heavenly Father. Yesterday made a pair of trousers for L. Haskins. this morning, makeing pies.) Tuesday 12th. Cloudy heavy showers. there has been much rain. last weeke made a suit of cloths for L. Haskins on Satturday Made a cheese. had a note from Eliza the Doctor has given her hopes of getting well. Oh! may it prove so Sunday had a bad head ach. Mr. Morrice preach'd in the E. Church of which two persons sent me word did not feel able to go. rain'd all day. Monday made another cheese after which cut the sheeting 3 pr for Maryan and two for the house, made nearly 1 pr. Isaiah call'd. had been to Brockvill in �June 1855 The forenoon with Eliza Doctor said she need not go again for some time she being much bette., this morning busy. Mary Whitewashing the Milk room. Satturday 16th) I now sit down tired 1 Oclock busy all the morning, makeing Cakes and pies. Since I last wrote, clean'd the flower beds, has had the cellar all cleaned so I feel a little better in that respect had a Letter from Wm. as also had Isaiah sent a note to Eliza to have her come and stop here a few days, hopeing it would cheer her under her present affliction, which I trust may be a trial of her faith in Him, who doeth all Things well. Isaiah and Mrs. Wright call'd today, going with their wool. Thursday 21st) Yesterday evening returned home with Isaiah. went to see Eliza, even ing before. found her much better than I expected. Mr. Bissell haveing told me she was very ill, staid that night. this morning makeing pies. Mrs. Walker here to dinner. a Man makeing Steps for the hall door. Margrett gon to the Doctor Friday heavy rain thunder last night 35 �June 1855 36 mending Fathers old coat. (Tuesday_ fine morning. have had much rain. Many things has pass'd since I last wrote. duties as usual. Eliza' health improving some may her Heavenly Father perfect the Cure if He sees fit. Yesterday Isaiah call'd said Emily was very sick. last Satturday went to the Funeral of John Hills child a fine Boy who died of the ScarIt fever. many Children have it Satturday 30th) weather hot. Thursday night heavy rain and thunder. was at Isaiah' where I had been since Tuesday attending Emily who was dangerously ill with Inflamation on the brain. her Father had Doctor Edmondson to see her. I remained there under much anxiety, being doubtful of the Childs health, however it has pleased God to spare her to her afflicted Parents Yesterday she was able to be up when I returned home with my Husband who was kind and attentive. Isaiah had a Letter from Jeremiah all m Mrs. Williams was here while I was away. call'd on my way home to see Mrs. Bissell who had broke her arm. �July 1855 37 Wednesday 4 July/55. Cloudy have had very warm days, now cool. Satturday night at 10 Oclock, James and Maryan arrived, had supper, up till a late hour Sunday, Father and I went to Church not pleased with the Minister. in the afternoon went to Johns, where was most of our family, also Isaiah'. Emily looking very delicate. Monday duties as usual. wrote to Wm. Yesterday evening Isaiah and Eliza call'd. also Nancy and Antha. every morning Skim Milk and work butter, if any is to be done also cakes and pies when wanted. sewing in the afternoon. Satturday 14th some time and much trouble has pass'd over me since I last pen'd a few lines here. My Grand Child Emily Wright was a second time attack'd with inflamation on the brain which was more severe than the first. I have been there with others attending day and night a weeke her poor Mother constant and little less her Father. few expected she would be spared but God in His wisdom has raised her. I came home Yesterday evening with My Husband who was Kind and �July-August 1855 38 and attentive. Call'd to see Mrs. Bissel who is confined to her bed. fine rain yesterday. every where You turn you see nature in luxurious beauty. on the 12th The Orangemen passed through our Village at an early hour bands placing and Banners waveing to the glorious memory. same day Thomson Wife had a Son. Cut a fine Cheese this week. first rasberries today. whilst at Eliza made a pair of trousers for L. Haskins. 3rd August/55, returned from Prescott 25 of last month haveing been with Maryann Dowling 10 days who was dangerously ill. Father came for me, bringing Aunt Smith whome he left and I returned home. I was not well not ever since. Many things has occured which I cannot now write. last Satturday wrote to V?m. and Jerry. Yesterday Isaiah' Family had their likeness taken by a Man set up in the division room. an immense number of Persons has been there. had a Letter from Wm. informing me of a certain event to take place �August 1855 39 Sept'r. (Tuesday 7th August, much trouble just now. Luther very ill, walking, with Crutches. I have not much time to myself. makeing currant wine, and other thins, sent a Letter to Wm. last Satturday. evening before was in Humphries garden which is fine. Friday 17 August/55. Luther very ill with Rheumatism no use of his limbs. much to write but no time. last Sunday J. Dowling and wife Came. Maryann remains here, not well wrote to Wm. Thursdays Mail. Yesterday Eliza and Children drove herer [sic] alone Dr. Edmondson has been here three times was yesterday. Burwash call'd this morning Maryann and I went to toll house. M. haveing a dress makeing there went from there to Isaiah'. all well home at 11 Oclock AM. Shambault here makeing a dress for Maryann day changed. high wind and rain. busy with berries & c. & c. Monday 20th. fine day. worked hard yesterday. Company here Isaiah family with others �August 1855 40 Luther contined very ill. Girl went home today. Cooking bottleing currant wine, makeing rasberry vinegar with many other things. last month Dr. Horton died in Qebec on his way home. Satturday evening Revd Macdonnel here Preached in the Presbyterian Church. Wednesday 22nd. Warm. very busy every where. had a letter from William. Maryann here yet. not much improvement in Luthers health Margrett Bellamy not well. My poor Eliza far from well. such are the trials of life Oh! may we submit with pati- -ence to the Divine will. Wednesday 29th Aug't much has transpired since I last wrote. last Sunday 26th morning Mr. Thomas Hill departed this life, in the hope of a Blessed Resurection. Sunday J. Dowling Came for his Wife. left here in the evening. several here to dinner Dowling has had an auction those last 3 days. Father went to the funeral on Monday. Luther no better confined to the bed. Eliza & Isaiah went to the Auction Monday evening. had tea at Nancy's �August-September 1855 Isaiah had a letter from William. Yesterday old Mr. and Mrs. Blandchard and Mrs. Blandchard and child were here to dinner with N. Walker in the evening. John' family. after doing many things for poor Luther, poulticing his legs & c. went to bed very tired. this morning, I thank my Heavenly Father I feel much better. frost last night and night before. fine days 2nd Septr 1855 - Sabbath. cool. Doctor Edmondson has been here three times during the past week he Lanc'd or cut open Luther legs, from which an immense quantity of Matter flowed. the opperation was severe both to the patient and those who assisted I was the prenciple help. it was a trial Luther is very feeble yet, not able to be up. last sabbath Isaiah and Eliza call'd with several others. fine days Cold nights Isaiah was to meet William in Brock today. I have been quite unwell myself but am constantly busy. Luther requires much attention. Monday 10 Septr /55- This morning my son left here at 8 Oclock on his way to St. Andrews to be married on Wednesday. I shall say nothing of my 41 �September 1855 feelings at parting with him. I may never see him More on earth. none can tell what a Mother feels when oblidg'd to part with her her Children. there is some talk Isaiah' Family moveing off. they were here yesterday with others to dinner. last Satturday I went with William to Isaiah' took dinner there home to tea. in the evening P. Hough delivered a lecture, subject War. every day Father rides out with Luther my time passes away without any earthly enjoyment. I did not go to the lecture nor have I been in any place of worship those 7 Sundays. Mrs. Smyth is fixing for her s[t]ates journy. She takes her ease but others pay for it. Thursday 13th Septr fine day rain last night. fine day yesterday, on which day my son William was to be married. Tuesday evening went with Father to Isaiah' staid till yesterday evening came home with Isaiah who is determined to sell and go to Goderich if possible fine weather. Thursday 20 Septr frost every night this weeke but one. that night rain and thunder, fine days. Satturday Revd 42 �September-October 1855 Mr. Smith came. Sabbath all went to Church but me. Girl gon I cookd dinner. Mr. S. left after. Monday Luther to Brockvill to the Doctor. Mary James Came to see me Tuesday I wrote two letters to Chicago for Mary James. Westerday [sic]she and I went to Eliza, had a good visit. dont think they will move off. this morning busy. Mrs. Smith fixing all the time for the States. Tuesday. 25. rain last night gloomy morning. Mrs. Smith has just started for the States. yesterday Catherine Gammel, Olive Carpenter & others started for the West. Isaiah' family here on Sunday Father and Luther brought Emily down with them in the morning went to Church. every thing much as usual. last Thursday Mary James left here. Yesterday a new Covered Carriage come. Monday. 1st Octr/55. Raining Wednesday I went with Luther in the Cover'd Carriage to Eliza, eat apples and home. Friday Eliza and Children Came. Went to Arch'd to tea home in the Covered Carriage and went. Isaiah has sold his Cows, prepareing to move. Satturday evening went to hear a Jew pray. 43 �October 1855 44 Sabbath, went to Hills Church. rained home in Carriage The Jew preach'd in the evening went to hear him. dark and muddy. a number there slept here, dont shave or cut his hair Satturday had a plesant Letter from William Jeremiah' wife has a daughter this day Isaiah here. wrote to McMartin. busy all the time. fixing to paper the kitchen makeing Pumpkin pies. Wednesday 10th fine day folks busy fixing for the Soiree tomorrow. last Thursday 4th Antha had a daughter. Friday went to Eliza in the evening. Second time this weeke. came home Satturday mad pies Sunday Isaiah' family here all day Call'd to see John who was sick. with sorrow I write it Isaiahs family moves to Goderich we was here on Monday. we wrote to William this morning. Burwash and Beaty call'd. The former on his way to Goderich. no one in the house but myself. Girl helping to set the tables. Monday 15th. with a troubled mind, I write my dear children are about to be separated from me in this world. they are packing their �October-November 1855 things to go to Goderich. how shall I part them. last Thursday I went with Father to the soiree My heart was heavy when I thought I must so soon part with my Children all pass'd off well. next day went with Luther to Isaiah staid till Sunday. Father came for me they had almost given up going this morning received a letter from my dear Eliza, saying they had decided on going. to thee my Heavenly Father I commend them. - Father gon to Prescott on Dowlings business. Tuesday 23rd. since I last wrote I have had much trouble. Isaiah' family made preparations to go to Goderich, much against the wishes of their best friends. however it now broke up and they remain. Eliza and Children were from Satturday till Monday here Satturday evening, we were at Johns. Friday went to a sewing bee at Whealy'. last Wednesday A. Bellamy house was burnt. so they had to quit. their family are here until they get a place. there is meeting in the division every night. Mr. Cook, the speaker, twice last Sabbath. weather Cold and gloomy. this morning made a Cheese and Pies Satturday 27th. 1 foot of snow has fallen this weeke. very bad roads. Dr. Scofield has been here all this weeke, left here this Morning advent Meeting every night. Isaiah call'd made a cheese yesterday. all Arch' family 45 �November 1855 here yet. Most fortunate I hope it has been, that Isaiah' family did not Start for Goderich. the weather has been so severe. Tuesday 30th Cold and windy. Yesterday Father went to Prescott made a Cheese yesterday with other things. went to hear Cook Sabbath day not many there. bad roads Wednesday 31st. went to Isaiah'. fine day. found all well. pleas'd they did not go to Goderich staid till next evening. Tuesday. Margrett Bellamy and Hirams' Wife spent the after noon here. Satturday 3rd Novr/55. every night frost. fine days. Arch' family here. Isaiah on his way to buy Cows. I have a bad Cold but I thank my Heavenly Father for all his mercies. I am yet spared while many are call'd from time to eternity. makeing Shirts for L. Haskins yesterday made the 5th cheese. Thursday 8th Novr/55. since I last wrote here, I have been very ill with a bad cold. far from well yet, but thankful for the mercies vouchsafed to me. I feel that I have been an object of care to my Heavenly Father else I would not now be blessed with so many privileges. Oh! for a closer walk with God. last Satturday rec'd a letter from My Son in the midst of his happiness does not forget his Mother. Isaiah bought cows this weeke. Arch' family here yet. also hired men weather fine for the season. rain last night saw Mill going. 46 �November 1855 - Novr/55. Monday raining different works going on. Father, pain in his knee, yesterday. Sabbath. Hired Girls away had to do all the work Isaiah family here went to meeting. After diner went home. I read some. could not much noise all the time. Arch' family not moved yet. 13th Tuesday. John Bellamys family moving up to the Shop. fine day. Yesterday wrote to My Son, and Nephew / Wednesday fine great family. all noise and bustle. My cold hangs on yet. Tuesday 20th last weeke snow some on the ground yet hard frost. plesant a Fair today. Father gon to Brockvill with Mr. Pardee. noise and confusion all the time. My head ach no use complaining last Sabbath all at home. I read the word most of the day. I hope to proffit. makeing a purple print dress today Thursday, 29th Novr) since I last wrote every thing pass'd off as usual. I have been much afflicted with inflamation in my Gums, which made me feel very unwell last Monday, Arch' family moved in their own house. we have yet a pretty large family men working night and day. Isaiah calld this weeke. then all were well. last night Dowling call'd and this morning Aunt Smith in Prescott I am makeing trousers for L. Haskins. Yesterday E. Whealy visited here. 47 �December 1855 (December 4th Tuesday/55. fine Clear day last Sabbath dry roads Father and I went to Church. reading the word the most of the day. weather has been very fine with sprinkling of snow. last Satturday got a new carpet for the palour. Yesterday Isaiah' family here, left Florence, to go to school. works going on night and day. (Monday 10th) Cold with light snow. had a toilsom weeke Mrs. Shambeau and I makeing the Carpet Curtains&c. My health not good, distressing pain in my head last night. went to no place of worship yesterday. very stormy. Father and John gon to Brockvill Mrs. Smith returned from the States this morning, Isaiah brought Florence to go to School. took her home Satturday (Thursday 13th) Cold no Sleighing verious employments. fix'd my winter bonnet. Sham beau here serving for L. Haskins. Rhoda P visited here yesterday evening. pretty large family all the time. I am much in the house dont feel well but I thank my Heavenly Father for all His mercies that I am yet blessed with many priveleges 18th Deer) Tuesday. Cold but bright and lovely yesterday Sun Set bright and glorious - no snow on the ground. last Sabbath raining most of the day. Garvey and wife here different times. Isaiah' family here to dinner. Florence went home 48 � transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/abb9480251a0573fc3144403e511934f.pdf 4ab4c2597e861e35e95bc512cd4f8b25 PDF Text Text Deborah (Mullett) Haight Bowerman Diary #1,1874 -1882 Deborah M ullett (1804 -1892) lived in Hallowell Township, Prince Edward County. Her first husband was Consider Haight. Their daughter, Mary M Haight, married Levi Vincent Bowerman, author o f another diary held by the archives. In 1850 she married Vincent Bowerman who is the father o f her son in law, Levi Vincent Bowerman. Deborah M ullett Bowerman Diary 1874- 1882: It is held at the Prince Edward County Archives and has the accession number A2001.016.084 100a labelled Journal 1. Note from Robynne Rogers Healey - Anne Adams in Picton suggests that this is not Lydia H aight's book. Its contents indicate that it is the diary of Deborah M ullet Haight Bowerman. Perhaps she used one of Lydia’s old books. Transcribed by Lydia W ytenbroek, history student at Trinity W estern University, Langley, British Columbia and posted here with her permission. Pam Noxon, archivist at the PEC Archives, also grants permission for this posting. Thanks to Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey. Associate Professor at Trinity W estern University, for her role in this effort. Copyright: © Lydia W ytenbroek and Randy Saylor. 2008 Beginning of Diary [Lront Cover] Lydia Haight Book Bloomfield 2 mo 3rd 1874 Paged by T. B. W illiams 7/5/6/ IPg 1] 12mo 3 1st 1874 _ Uncle Arthur & A unt Jane came here, & there [sic] daughter Hannah, stoped [sic] with us untill [sic] the 4th of l mo 1875. going to meeting with us, for the first time in our new meeting house, a very cold day blowing & snowing_ Sarah Clendenan buried the �same day____ l mo 1st 1875_ Andrew Whycot Son & Daughter here _8th Consider & Deborah came here _12th they went home, Mary going with them, _14th Vincent & myself went to Select meeting _16th Lydia went over to Stephen Hubbs [sic], _ _18th Levi went to Belleville with Uncle John’s things, _24th A great snow storm went to meeting, 25 years ago to day [sic] we were married, _ 2mo 5th Select prepartive [sic] meeting Vincent went I did not go Mary sick with the Inflamtory [sic] Rheumatism several Strangers [sic] there, Ellwood Scott, Stephen Cartland & his brother,____ _6th Quarterly meeting Alfred Phelps & his family [Pg 2] here, left us on first day for home, I did not get out to meeting at all, very bad roads,____ _20_ Levi & Mary went to Fredericksburgh, _23_ they came home Elizabeth Nelson & Rachel came back with them, returning on the 27th 3mo 3rd Levi & Mary started for Rome, went by the way of Napanee, _ Nathaniel Sivetman moved his family down on his new place, ____ _ 6 _ Sid Deb & Mary came here again, _ went home the 9th, ____ _10th [Liphet?] Phebe Jane, Sarah Maria & Walter here 1_ All hands went to meeting, got two letters from our folks, & sent them tw o , ____ _12, S. Hubbs & wife, here also George Amy Sarah & Ella K ingston ____ _14_ Benjamin & wife here, went home the 15th a very wet afternoon,____ [Pg 3] 1875 3mo 16th Our folks got back from Rome, _ �4_9th Edith would have been 18, to day had she lived, 5™°?* Lydia birth-day 37, went back to the woods with the children, to gather flowers, _17th A young Colt, Uncle John came here from Belleville a foot, stoped [sic] two nights with us. _22, Anna Sophia & Fanny came here for a v isit. __ _21st Fathers birth-day [sic] 84, Andrew Wycot & Sarah here for a v isit. ____ _26. Silvanus Mullett & his daughter Victoria here for a visit, returned home the 28. _ 29th Nelson & Rachel came up on the boat, _ [pg 4] 6mo 16th Our folks gone to the Sand-banks also Anna Fanny E. Cadman & a Methodist Minister from W hitby, ____ _21st Quarterly meeting over, Rufes King & Margaret Newsome here, seven of our friends here from Huntingdon,____ _23 ,rdAnna & Fanny started for home, _24 Elizabeth went home, Carrie took her to the boat ____ 7_3rd54 years ago to day [sic] my father & mother landed Quebec with 11 Children, 6 boys & 5 girls, _ _8th father & myself went to meeting, after dinner went to see [Liphet?] Levens. Lydia went with us. _9 Lydia father & myself went to see C. G. Bowerman and his fam ily, ____ �[Pg5] _10thWent on to the market with Mary, sold her butter for 19 cents a pound, & 14ca dozen for her eggs, _ _11th Levi Mary & the children gone too [sic] Hubbs, a meeting this afternoon at 4 oclock [sic], father & Carrie gone _14 Stephen, Lydia & Adam Hubbs here for a visit _21_ Dr Nash’s Mother & Phebe Jane & [look?] with us _24 Deborah & Mary Sills came up on the boat, _25, Three years ago this morning between two and three oclock [sic] poor dear Edith breathed her last sitting in the arm-chair.____ 8mo 21st Eliza Brewer & Rachel Cronkite sailed from New York for England,____ 9mo3rdVery warm quick silver up to 88, _11th Father & myself went to Napanee on the little boat [pg 6] 14thWent round the head of the Bay to R Cadman’s Rachel & Nelson going with u s , ____ _18th Robert & Elizabeth took us to the Point to take the boat for Picton, got home about 8 oclock [sic] 8mo 13th Levi Mary & Carrie went down to see the thousand Islands,____ _24th Lydia went to Napanee with S Richardson 9mo29th Levi Mary & Carrie started for Leeds quarterly m eeting. __ lOmo 7th Our folks got home from L eeds, ____ _10 Reuben Haight & Sarah Haight here for a visit _19 Rachel Sills & Lydia came up to dry apples �23 Nelson came up, they all went home the 23rd 28th Cyntha Simons was buried,____ [Pg7] 1875 1 lm o 4th Grandfather Mulletts Birth-day [sic] had he lived would have been 1 1 0 , ____ He was born in Old England at [Flimster?] in [Homersetshire?], the 4th of 1 l mo 1768. __ My grandmother was born at Strech in Somersetshire the 3rdof 7mo 1770, __ Died in Fredericksburgh the 28th of 12mo 1845 My father died near Bloomfield 31st of 10mo 1865 at Vincent Bowerman’s __ _12th Charles G Bowerman & wife here for a visit _14 A great snow-storm, none of the family at m eeting, ____ 20 Went to Picton to see [Jasop?] Peterson Carrie went also & got a new hat, Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 40, years o ld , ____ _26 Killed hogs, rained all d a y , ____ _27 Thomas Stinson & wife & Thomas Bowerman & John Stinson here for a visit, Carrie went home with [them?] [pg 8] Vincent let Fevi have 35 dollars out of the bank, & Mary got Fydia two new aprons for the morning, this 27 day of 1 l mo 1875 28th Fevi & Mary went up to Thomas Stinsons [sic] for a visit, rained hard all the afternoon,____ 29thof 11thmonth, 1875. My Birth day [sic] 71, A very cold day. quick-silver down to 6 below zero when we went to bed, _Mary trying out [fat?], Fevi cuting [sic] up his hogs, Fydia twisting yarn, Carrie cleaning up the parlor, Vincent cuting [sic] sweet apples, and myself fixing an old flannel shirt & thinking �23 Nelson came up, they all went home the 23rd 28th Cyntha Simons was buried,____ [Pg7] 1875 1 lm o 4th Grandfather Mulletts Birth-day [sic] had he lived would have been 1 1 0 , ____ He was born in Old England at [Flimster?] in [Homersetshire?], the 4th of 1 l mo 1768. __ My grandmother was born at Strech in Somersetshire the 3rdof 7mo 1770, __ Died in Fredericksburgh the 28th of 12mo 1845 My father died near Bloomfield 31st of 10mo 1865 at Vincent Bowerman’s __ _12th Charles G Bowerman & wife here for a visit _14 A great snow-storm, none of the family at m eeting, ____ 20 Went to Picton to see [Jasop?] Peterson Carrie went also & got a new hat, Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 40, years o ld , ____ _26 Killed hogs, rained all d a y , ____ _27 Thomas Stinson & wife & Thomas Bowerman & John Stinson here for a visit, Carrie went home with [them?] [pg 8] Vincent let Fevi have 35 dollars out of the bank, & Mary got Fydia two new aprons for the morning, this 27 day of 1 l mo 1875 28th Fevi & Mary went up to Thomas Stinsons [sic] for a visit, rained hard all the afternoon,____ 29thof 11thmonth, 1875. My Birth day [sic] 71, A very cold day. quick-silver down to 6 below zero when we went to bed, _Mary trying out [fat?], Fevi cuting [sic] up his hogs, Fydia twisting yarn, Carrie cleaning up the parlor, Vincent cuting [sic] sweet apples, and myself fixing an old flannel shirt & thinking �Children for a treet [sic], their Grandfather not very smart, had another fall & hurt his hip, Grandmother feeling on [sic] year older than usual still able tho [sic] to patch and m end, ____ 12mo25th Christmas morning thunder and lighting [sic] with rain no sleighing, the children delighted with their presants [sic], as well as the older ones, _ Levi read the fourth chapter of John,_ [pg 11] 12mo30th Father Levi Lydia & myself went to meeting in the waggon [sic] warm weather,____ _31st Mild weather yet George & Maim here, fixing to leave, makeing [sic] a Vest [sic] for father,____ 1876 1st i moA wet mild day, G Anderson gone to Belleville with his things, _ _3rd George & Maim left for the West _ _6th Levi & Mary went to meeting. I lent Sarah Ann Derbyshire “Ushers Letters” ____ _8th Cleaned the kitchen, the horse’s ran away with W esley in the w ood s, ____ _9thMild weather yet, went to meeting, William [Bransrom?] & wife here for a visit, lent them two tracks, & the account of Daniel Man, _ [pg 12] lm o 12thLevis & Phebe Jane here _13thW mH Rattan & wife here, Stephen Hubbs came for Lydia, returned the 23rd____ _24th A mild day been married 26th years to day [sic] to V Bowerman, burnt up the meet [sic] in the �Sm oke-house,____ _14 Done my last knitting in the [kitting?] alone with two eyes, done nothing sin ce, ____ 2mo 2nd Mary cooked the turkey did not enjoy it much herself, as the man came to look at the house with the prospect of buying, not a very pleasant feeling to think of looseing [sic] your home, where you have done so many hard days work, poor writing done with one e y e , ____ _3rd Uncle Arthur & W illie came here, for quarterly [pg 13] meeting also Stephen Cartland & several others from L eed s, ____ _8th Stephen Cartland & Ell wood Scot here for dinner I did not get out to meeting at all on account of my sore eye, _ Uncle Arthur went home & left William here with a fever or something e ls e , ____ _25th Levi Lydia Carrie & W illie started for Napanee and so round to see Elizabeth, & Uncle Benjamin, _ 29th Got home bringing Elizabeth with them who stoped [sic] with us till the 7th of 3rd moth when Robert came after her, ____ 3mo 4th Nelson & Rachel came up, stoped [sic] two nights with us, _ Daniel Dorland & wife here lent her Peter Bedford to read,__ sore eye y e t ____ [pg 14] 3mo 10th 1876_ E Cadman’s birth day [sic] 46 our family in trouble, Old Levet here trying to buy the place or rather the farm . ____ _11th Carrie gone to Hubb’s for a weeks visit, �12th V B had symptoms of a fit about four oclock [sic] in the morning, the pulse almost stoped [sic] beating, but got over it nicely in a few hours. _15, Levi went to Adolphus town to attend Daniel Haight’s Sale, saw Robert & Elizabeth there, __ _16th Monthly meeting a very cold rough snowing _day. father Levi Mary went to meeting, & to Levens in the evening. __ _17th the folks moved into the house, _ _18th Mary went on the market got 15“ for her eggs, got me two morning aprons, _ [pg 15] 3mo 20th Levi & Mary went to Belleville, came home next day, a foot o f snow fell while they were gon e, ____ 4mo 9th Edith’s birth day [sic] would have been nineteen, _ Lewis & Phebe Jane here for a visit, myself writing to the R Sills, _ 4mo 28th Levi’s Birth day [sic] 44 a fine day Phebe Ann Whycott here for a visit. _ 5mo 4th Ellwood Scott attended our week day meeting all the family went except myself he also had a meeting at Hiller in the evening which our folks attended,____ _7th Lirst day went to meeting for the first time since my eye was sore, Lydias birth-day [sic] 38, how time flies away, _ she went back in the woods with the children to gather flowers, _ [pg 16] Vincent reading in John Chandler’s journal where it speaks of an Old woman one hundred �years old, walking nine miles to attend one of his m eetings, ____ _16th Cleaning house, Aunt Bathsheba died twelve years ago today in the afternoon. _18th Monthly meeting at Hiller father Levi & Mary went up, _C Daly here left 8lb of tea; paid him ten dollars. ____ _21st Vincents Birth day [sic] 85. A fine day I went to meeting - Jemia Saylor buried, aged 85, & 7 months.____ _24th [Liphet?] Levens birth day [sic] 85, father Lydia & myself spent the day with him found WmGarrett wife & two daughters there also Joseph R ogers. ____ [pg 17] _25th Levi went to Belleville for a Cheese -press, father & Mary went to m eeting, ____ paid Sarah Levens 31- for turning my bonnet _ got two afternoon aprons for myself & a ribbon for my head, ____ 6_2nd Select meeting Vincent & myself went Aunt Eliza WmHenry Alfred Phelps & wife came here & stoped [sic] all night, & eight others during quarterly meeting, two woman [sic] friends from Leray, ____ _10 Rachels birth day [sic] 8 years old, Alace Swetman here for a visit, Levi brought home his new wagon [sic] found the old Cat dead in the cellar, ____ _11th Vincent & myself went to meeting, then to Levi Varney’s for a visit, _ W mBaker’s daughter here for a visit, _ Lydia went to G Leers for a v isit, ____ �[pg IB] 6mo 15th 1876 Monthly meeting Levi Thomas Vincent & myself went, the rest stoping [sic] at home by the stuff, things not going quite pleasant,____ _16thWilliam Cronk buried at Grasse-point Vincent Levi Mary & Carrie going to the funeral,____ _19th Julia Ann Waters buried at Picton, Levi Mary & Carrie went & the Children Eliza Brewer & Rachel Cronkite returned from England.____ _20th Two weeks wash Nelson & Rachel came up on the boat, ____ _22nd Levi Nelson Rachel & Lydia went too [sic] Belleville, back to the same day, found Mary quite unwell with the [Janduers?],____ [pg 19] 6mo 23rd they went home Levi took them to the boat, * ____ _25th All hands went to meeting except Lydia & myself I having a bad sick head-ache * Vincent Mary & myself went to A Derbyshire’s to see E Brewer, the Steemer they returned in was called the Britanick on the ocean seven days & 16 hours, she was 470 feet long, drew 24 feet of water, 700 pasengers [sic] the Crew 100, used 200 Coal a day, eleven boilers drove the Enjine [sic], 24 firemen, they baked four barrels of flower [sic] a day. _ _28th Levi Mary Carrie & Walter Levens, started in the waggon [sic] for Yearly-meeting ____ �7mo7th Returned from Yearly-meeting,____ _9th Deborah Thomas attended our first day meeting _ [pg 20] very hot weather. Mercury up to 92 at ten oclock [sic] in the morning, George Leer & his family here for dinner _13th Prepartive [sic] meeting Thomas Ladd William Allen a colord [sic] person & Ellwood Scott attended the meeting, we all went _ quick-silver at 90, Our folks went up to Hillier meeting in the evening. ____ 16th First day I did not go to meeting, Stephen and Lydia came back to spend the afternoon. _ 19 W mAllen & Ellwood Scott, had an evening meeting at our meeting house, our folks all went, _ _20_ Hannah Vancleaf buried. Monthly meeting W mAllen & Ellwood Scott, attended, & a meeting in the evening at Mount Pleasant, our folks all went, _ [pg 21] 23rdFirst day Levi father & m yself went found WmAllen there, gave us one of the greatest sermons just what our meeting needed, _ Our folks went up to Mount Pleasant in the afternoon, & to Hillier in the evening. ____ 24th Father Lydia & myself went to Stephen Hubb’s met W mGarretts [sic] family there with Charles Vail, also Thomas Stinson & w ife , ____ _27th four years ago to day [sic] Edith was buried, Mary & the Children & myself went down into the Grave-yard, then to the Post office. _29th Levi went to Picton to meet Mary Sills, �got a barrel of Sugar,____ _30th First day did not go to meeting, had a bad cold, our folks gone over to Nathaniel’s . __ [pg 22] 8mo 5th Consider Died 38 years ago to day [sic] about eleven oclock [sic] in the evening, _ Consider Deborah & Lydia came up, stoped [sic] till the 9th Sarah Phelps & her neice [sic] came, went away the next d ay, ____ 7th Samuel Haight wife & son here stoped [sic] all night _8th Our folks went to the Sand-banks & Rachel young fo lk s, ____ _9th Eliza Brewer daughter & her husband here 10th Prepartive [sic] meeting, Our folks went to Hubbs [sic] _19th Arnold Haights [sic] daughter here stoped [sic] all night with u s , ____ 22nd Lydia & Carrie went down to the thousand Islands met with Elizabeth on the boat, Carrie got left at Kingston came up the next night. [pg 23] 9mo 13thWent to Picton with Mary & got myself some muslin for Caps, & two neck handkerchiefs, saw Jacob Peterson & Isabela, who was going to Fredericksburgh for a v isit, ____ _14th_Prepartive [sic] meeting Vincent went out for the first time since his bad cold, Levi Mary the Children & myself went a lso , ____ 16thW ille came back, Mary & the Children walked over to Nathaniels [sic], Levi & Lydia went to Bloomfield for her black luster dress, _ �_21st Monthly meeting Vincent & myself went, Mary Heriss that was came back with us, brought Lydias [sic] dress hom e, ____ 22nd E Cadman came up on the boat for a visit, _ Nelson Rachel & four of the children came up next day with the wagon [sic], and [pg 24] stayed till the 26th 29th Elizabeth & Carrie went to Picton, __ 30th Elizabeth & Lydia went to Picton, 10mo 1st Nelly & her husband & Magge came up to spend the day Levi going after them, _ _2nd Elizabeth gone home Lydia went with her for a visit for a few w eek s, ____ _21st Levi & Mary on the Market with Ducks & fowles got 50c a pare [sic] for them, brought me six yards of factory Cotten [sic] for some shirts, & a ball of Sun threat 50c____ _30th Lydia came home from Nelson’s on the little boat, Levi went down to meet her [pg 25] 31st Grandfather been dead eleven years this e vening, died about seven , ____ 1 lm o 2nd Levi geting [sic] out timber for a wheal-house Mary finishing her Carpet, father & her went to meeting behind Old E llen, ____ 1 lm o 1stThunder & Lightning in the morning about eight oclock [sic], it got so dark we lit a Candle to see if there was not an E clipse ____ �_5th Benjamin came up to see us, spent three days with us, went over to see Nathaniel _8th Benjamin went home, Levi took him to the boat, __ 1 l mo 29th 1876 My birth day [sic] 72 years old, it looks as tho [sic] I was almost to the end of my journey, and Oh that I may be ready, is all that I wish for in this world, _ Lydia washing, Mary weaving[pg 26] father cutting apples, Levi at the factory, Carrie doing house-work, the Children giving Grandmother little presants [sic], myself makeing [sic] flannel shirts for R achel, ____ 30th Father & Levi went to meeting in the buggy quite cold, Carrie gone out this afternoon with her dress to Mrs Hare’s , ____ 12moth8th Mary put down the rag-carpet & paper’d [sic] the room, 9th Went to the market got 60ct for geese 50ct a pair for Ducks, 22ct a lbfor butter _ 12mo 22nd Killed 14 turkeys 6 geese 8 Ducks for Picton market,____ 23rdWent to the Market got 5/shillings a peice [sic] for the turkeys, 3/- for geese [21b?] a pare [sic] for Ducks 22cts a pound for butter 20ct a dozen for eggs, _ [pg 27] 12mo 24th the Children went to meeting with Carrie, there [sic] father & Grandfather. Philip Ward came in the evening also Elisha H uff, ____ _25th Christmas day the Children much pleased with there [sic] presants [sic], -Aman and his wife here on business makeing [sic] a wheel �for Levi, ____ 26th Carrie gone down to see E Cadman went with friend P, W , ____ 28th Nelson Rachel & Uncle Henry came stoped [sic] with us till 2ndof l stmoth 1877 Henry stoped [sic] with us till the 11th Nathaniel took him to Belleville, _ Levi Mary father & myself went out to Prepartive [sic] meeting, _ 1877 l stmo 13th A great blow snow with it, Levi & Jim had a great job to get in from Bloomfield. [pg 28] 1877, l stMo 19th An invitaion [sic] to dine with Eliza Brewer, did not go not feeling very well, in the evening our School-house was burnt d ow n , ____ _20th Carrie came home, a rain storm in the morning, Consider brought her. _ _21st Our folks went to Hubbs [sic] did not get home till three oclock [sic] in the morning. _23rd Charles G Bowerman & his family here for dinner, also Johnson Brewer & Eliza. _24th Been married 27 years to day [sic], Johnson & Eliza stoped [sic] all night with us. _ 2mo5thOur quarterly over a very favourd [sic] one & very fine weather, Stephen Cartland and Sebern Dorland attended our quarter, [pg 29] 26 friends lodged with us, five one night, four another, ten the third eleven the fourth night & sixteen the fifth, Robert & Elizabeth was [sic] in the company, Also my brother Arthur & his son, Vincent & myself was [sic]out to the �Select m eeting. ____ 3Mo5th Father Lydia Rachel & myself went to Leven’s for a v isit. ____ Edward Daly here stoped [sic] all night quite unwell, _ paid him seven dollors [sic], he left 12 pounds of tea . ____ _7th Levi & father went to Prepartive [sic] meeting a heavy rain all day _ Jim went to Stone Mills for Plaster.____ _10th E Cad man’s Birth-day [sic] 47, Levi & Mary went to Napanee, a snow storm in the afternoon, fell ten inches, ____ [pg 30] 3m° 12th, 1877_ Levi & Mary got home from Napanee, have conclued [sic] not to break up our family this summer, for which I feel very thankfull [sic], ____ _15th Monthly meeting father Levi & Mary went, WmAllen there,____ _16th Another Snow-storm in the afternoon, Levi & Mary gone back in the Sap-bush, to clean the buckets.____ _17thWent on to the Market with some eggs & Dried-apples, _ quick-silver two degrees below zeroe [sic ]. ____ _18th First day I went to meeting good sleig-ing [sic] WmAllen there, gave us an excelant [sic] sermon, he also had a meeting in the afternoon, _ Byron Robinson came back to dinner [pg 31] _19 William Allen had two meetings at our meeting house, our folks goin g. ____ �_20th Lydia & Carrie went to Robert Taylor’s for a visit, after attending WmAllens [sic] meeting in the morning.____ _21st W Allen had two more meetings, our folks washing. Lydia went to S Hubb’s, 22nd Meeting day father & Mary went. Seburn Dorland there, WmAllen left for Huntingdon _23rdMary & Carrie bakeing [sic] & ironing, David Ellsworth spent the day here, _ [laped?] the bush yesterday.____ 24th Carrie Birth day [sic] 22 years old, Levi at the Factory a fine d a y , ____ [Letter 1] 6mo 12th 1892 Here I am up with Lydia been here most four weeks, going home to night _ Lydia playing on the Organ_ Lydia reading over some Old [manuscripts?].__ Frank Waring died the 9th of this month. _ Here I am at John Williams _ writing without glasses, 87 years old & six months o ld . ____ Mary been down with Rachel the last four days, comes home to night. ____ Bloomfield 6th mo 12th 1892 [Fetter 2] Hannah [ClaMier?] whose maiden name was Popel, had five �children, Saumuel, Sarah Arthur Martha, Mary 13 of 3mo 1870 A very stormy first day not able to get out to meeting _ My Grandfather Clothier name was James & my Grandmother name Hannah her maiden name was Pople, they had five Children two sons & three daughters Samuel & Arthur, Sarah Mary and Martha 11 of 3mo 1878 Mild weather, no snow [taped?] the bush the 9th of this month. [pg 32] 4mo 4 Lydia came home Stephen & Lydia brought her in the buggy ____ 7th Levi & Mary on the Market, Potatoes five shillings & seven pence halfpeny [sic] a bag, Uncle Arthur W illie came down from Brighton, I heard & saw the first Robin. 8thWent to meeting Matura Bowerman came home with us, Mary & the Children went back to the Sap-bush, _ Willie & Carrie went to Stephen Hubbs [sic] for a v isit, ____ 9th Edith’s Birth-day [sic] would have been 20, makeing [sic] sugar y e t, ____ _11th Lydia & myself walked down to see Phebe Burlingham, in the evening had a poor turn of Heart decease [sic], but it passed over in about two hours, leaveing [sic] me very w eak. __ [pg 33] �[pg 35] 5mo 17th Monthly Meeting at Hillier Father Levi Mary Carrie & the Children went up & took dinner at John Dorland’s . ____ _20th A fine day went to meeting P W , here our folks went to Picton to look for E Cadman the boat was gone, [Wesleyan?] Conference there, 21st Father Birth-day [sic] 86, a fine d a y . ____ 23rdJim went to Toronto to see his father found him dead & buried,____ 24th The Queens [sic] Birth-day [sic], Nathaniel [sic] two Children were here for a v isit, ____ 26th Nelson & Rachel came up with the bugey [sic] stoped [sic] with us three nights, went home the 29th I think its [sic] rather uncertain if she sees us all togather [sic] again, for we little know what a day will bring fourth [sic]. __ [pg 36] 1877 5mo 3 1st Uncle John came down for a visit & to attend the Quarterly meeting, _ 6mo 1st Select meeting Vincent & myself went found two friends there from Philadelphia Samuel Morris & his companion a friend by the name of [Cope??], when we got home found Frederick Sivetman his wife & four Children here had a very pleasant with them. 3rdA number o f our friends made us a visit 20 in number WmAllen & companion among the company, we lodged the whole of them, & after breakfast, had a chapter read & a few words spoken after by some of the company, which was acceptable, then most of them started for home, some went to �the Sand-banks. 4th Robert & Elizabeth left us for home. [pg 37] after spending three days with u s ____ 7th Meeting day Father & Levi went, a fine day Alice Sivetman here to spend her 14 Birth­ day [sic], Lydia doing a large wash, 10th First day Rachel’s Birth-day [sic] 9 years old, a very windy day it blew down the vine off the house, S Hubbs wife & daughter here for dinner also Thomas [Hasard?] wife & three Children, & Willie Mullett, Carrie & myself went to meeting found Wing Rogers there. ____ _13thWing Rogers made us a visit in company with Johnson Brewer, ____ _17th First day I did not go to meeting, our folks went over to Hubbs [sic], in the evening, [pg 38] 1877. 6mo 19th Reuben & Mary Elizabeth Garrett came here stoped [sic] one night with u s , ____ _20th Elizabeth Dorland died aged 33, buried the 22nd our folks went to the funarel [sic] _23rdThomas Clark’s Son & daughter came stoped [sic] all night with us, _24th first day Barkley Jones from Iowa at meeting, A woman friend from England there in the afternoon by the name of Satherwait. 7mo 1st First day Mary & the Children went to �meeting W illie came back with them, Nathaniel came after dinner. A wonderfull [sic] thunder & lighting [sic] storm seventh day night lasted four hours.____ New potatoes for the first. _____ [pg 39] 7mo 2nd Lewis & Phebe Jane’s Wedding day married 25 years, so there was a great many friends invited makeing [sic] in all about 150, Levi Mary & their three Children went, a great many handsome presents made, to the amount of near a hundred & thirty dollors [sic]. _5th Our friend P W _ came on his way back from Niagra & Yearly Meeting, stoped [sic] till the 9th _8th First day a Friend by the name of Redclif & two Colourd [sic] friends from the States attended our meeting had a meeting at Hillier in the evening our folks went u p . ____ _11th Father & myself went out to see Levi Varney found him quite poorly. ____ _12th fifth day father Mary & myself went to meeting our friends home from YM. many forward spirits there [pg 40] 1877_7mo24th Maria Diamond came here for a visit, & her little girl, spent two days with u s . ____ 25th Five years ago to day Edith died about three oclock [sic] in the morning, buried the 27th _ Thoomas Stinson & wife Phebe [Norton? R?] Phebe Bowerman here for dinner, 28th Vincent quite unwell with with (she doubled the word) the Disentry, Levi Sprained his ankle, ____ 22nd James Richardson & Sarah [Satterward?] �attended our First day meeting. 26th Uncle John Mullett came here. 8mo 1stMary Mullett & Fred came here. 2nd I went to meeting & heard the Black -man Preach, Noah M L ean. ____ [pg 41] 8mo5th Consider been dead 39 years to day [sic]. George & Amey here to day [sic], Wm [Bransrom?] and family. WmValentine & wife Jane, Levi Varney & w ife . ____ _11th [Alphes?] Mc Taggart & his father came here stoped all night with us, then on to m eeting. ____ _18th Uncle John left us for home Mary took him as far as Picton with the Buggy, bringing Deborah Sills & her little Sister May back with her. _19th Jim drove Lydia & Deborah out to our meeting, to hear the Black-man preach a very warm day our friend J.C. called on us once m ore. ____ 24th A party of Old Friends at Lewis Leven’s eight in number, their united ages makeing [sic] 647. Vincent & myself being part of the company [pg 42] 26th Frederick Richardson & wife Stephen Hubbs wife & daughter here for a visit, none o f our family at meeting to day on account of Noah M Lain & his companion, we hope they will return home soon . ____ 27th The Colord [sic] man & his Companion gone, 31st Our folks got in their last load of grain. �9thmo 1stArthur Mullett & our brother John came down for a visit, stoped [sic] over first day. they went over to Nathaniel’s. _5th Levi Varney & his Cousins here for a visit _8th Father Lydia & myself went over to see - Amey Leer, a beautifull [sic] day. [pg 43] 9th A fine day, went to meeting, Stephen White & wife here, we went down to see the new School-house with Lewis & Phebe Jane. 10th Thomas Birth-day [sic] seven years old goes to School for the first time, also Rachel nine years old never been to School before. Lydia & myself went to see Jane Cronk about going to Montrehall [sic]. ____ 12th Andrew Wycott & Sarah & daughter here 13th Father Levi Mary & myself went up to Wellington to spend the day with W mGarrett & Patience, it being the Aniverserty [sic] of their Wedding day 59 years married, 54 of their friends took dinner with them, a beautifull [sic] day rather to warm, sleeping with our window open every night. ____ [pg 44] 9mo 14th 1877, A very warm day Sarah Richardson brought Margaret Wright here for a v isit, ____ 15th Mary took the Children and went over to S Hubbs [sic] for Butter got back around nine oclock [sic], a beautifull [sic] moon-light night, Levi & Hugh Morton went to Picton, Carrie D Sills & M Wright went to L Leven’s. �16th First day I did not got to meeting, a fine day, about six in the evening Uncle Benjamin brought Rachel Clendenan & her daughter Mary, E Cadman & R Sills, Benjamin returned home on third day also Elizabeth & Rachel 18th Gidion H Bowerman buried, Aunt Rachel & Mary went to Nathaniel’s , ____ 19thWent to Select meeting, Aunt Rachel & [pg 45] Mary went to Thomas Waring’s, _ 20th Monthly meeting-I did not go, _ 21st R Clendenan’s Birth day [sic] 71, went to William Valentine’s for a v isit, ____ 22nd Started for Huntingdon Levi Mary and the Children takeing [sic] them in the waggon [sic], 24th Our folks returned home about Vi past nine leaveing [sic] Aunt Rachel & her daughter May at Uncle Arthur’s . ____ 29th Our folks went to the boat for Maggie [Stewary?] 10mo4lh Consider & Mary started for home Deborah went with them, after being with us more than six w eek s, ____ [pg 46] lOmo 10th 1877, Levi took Carrie & Maggie Stewart to the Boat, thrashing Buck-weat [sic] in the field got near two hundred bushel, ____ _13th Carrie came home on the boat R Sills came with her to dry some apples, returned home the 2 0 , ____ �28th Lydia went over to S Hubbs [sic] for a visit, returned the 7th of 1 lm o Stephen & Lydia bringing her hom e. ____ 1 lm o 4th My father’s Birth day [sic] had he have lived would have been 112. _5thW illet Hubbs died, buried the 7th 11th George & Amey here for dinner. [pg 47] 13th Carrie went to spend a few days with Margaret Jane Hubbs & her daughter, returned home on the 15th a very wet day _16th Boiling Cider, Edward & Jane Cronk here for a visit, Mary bought some shells of [sic] a Pedlar [sic] at the door, ____ 17th Levi & Mary went on to the Market with Ducks fowls & butter, 25cts a peice [sic] butter 22cts a pound,__ 14th Edward Dayle here for dinner, paid him $7- got 10 pound of tea of [sic] him at 60ct a pound, _21st Nelson Sills came to see about takeing [sic] the farm, returned home on the 23rd_ _23rdMary & Carrie Cleaned the dineing [sic] -room took up the Carpet, Carrie got her boots from G lens. ____ [pg 48] 1877_1 l mo 29th My Birth day [sic] 73 years older than my Mother was when she died, our second flury [sic] of snow fell to day, fifth day Vincent Levi & Mary went to meeting I did not go feeling much older than �I ever did before. 12mo 4th Killing h ogs, ____ _8th On the market with Ducks hens apples, butter, eggs, & hogs [sic] fat, father went down to have a full cloth coat cut a fine d ay, __ _22nd Mary on the Market with geese ducks & turkeys, geese 50ct a peice [sic] turkey 75ct Ducks 60ct _ Mild open weather no snow on the ground, saw several teems [sic] at plow. [pg 49] 12mo 23rd Lydia & myself went to meeting mild weather yet - Stanly White wife & three Children here for dinner, also James Sivetman & sister _ 24th Levi Lydia Carrie & the Children went to Picton in the afternoon to get Christmas presants [sic], did not get back till after dark. 25th Christmas morning open weather yet All the family abel [sic] to get up & eat their breakfast for which I hope we are all thank-full, How uncertain who will see the next Christmas, Six years ago now poor dear Edith was with u s . ____ 1878 l mo 1st Levi & Mary gone to see G Lear who is quite unwell, Huffs young folks came to spend the evening ____ [pg 50] 1878 l stmo 18th Select meeting day Vincent did not go, having a bad co ld . ____ �19th Monthly meeting did not go, Levi and Mary went also Carrie.____ 21st Levi & Mary went to Picton got flannel for Lydia & Carrie, mild weather yet no sn ow . ____ 24th Vincent & myself married 28 years ago to day, meeting day no one went, father showed Levi his W ill, not altogather [sic] satisfied, poor man I feel very sorry for him, haveing [sic] involved himself so much, but we cannot all see alik e. ____ 25th Samuel Baker died, _ 26th Lydia went to Picton paied [sic] for her gold spectacals [sic] or in part 5 dollors [sic], then went to George Leers for a visit stoped [sic] all [pg 51] night with them. Carrie got her new black dress brought home, Lydia got her coat cut & left it to be made, _ _28th Samuel Baker to be buried to day. 2mo 1st Our Quarterly meeting commences Vincent nor myself went to Select meeting owing to the storm Uncle Arthur & Edwin came, also Philip and his Cousin, _W mSpencer & Stephen Cartland attended our meeting, I did not get out at all, _ Reuben Haight was here from Snowden left here the 7th for Belleville, _ And Lydia went to Fredericksburgh Robert comeing [sic] up for her, it seems very lonesome without her. _8th Levi quite unwell he gave me Uncle Arthur’s Note, five dollors [sic] & 28ct due on it up to this date, ____ �[pg 52] 1878 2mo 13th Carrie gone down to Amie Sills wedding, a very fine day. W E, Harard married last evening. ____ _15th Nelson & Rachel brought Carrie home N & R stoped [sic] with us till the 18th makeing [sic] a bargain with Levi to work the farm, which he has conclueded [sic] to do, much against the family’s wishes, a very imprudent thing to seperate [sic] a family so late in the d ay. ____ _26th Lydia came home Willie going for her Walter Morris at our m eeting. ____ When Eliza Brewer was in England in 1875 she stoped [sic] at a friends [sic] house, where they had killed a fat ox that weighed 1400. sold it for one shilling & tenpence a pound, which brought him 143.15s shillings_ [pg 53] 1878_ 3mo 3rd First day mild weather I did not go to meeting, Elizabeth White came back with our folks, stoped [sic] till fifth day, Went down to see [Liphet?] Levens, & Emma Lumbard. _6th Levi & the Carpenter made a hole in the parlour for another door, to seperate [sic] & break up the family that has lived togather [sic] for 43 years. ____ _8th Nelson’s boys came on [sic] to make sugar, Jacob Peterson died, aged 89 years, Levi & Mary gone to the funarel [sic] buried the 10th Saw the first Robin, fine Spring weather 10thof 3rdmo_ E Cadmans birth-day [sic] 48 years old, A beautifull [sic] day no snow, sitting with the door open part of the time. I am �affraid [sic] this will be our last first day alone, a sad thought to think of breaking up a [pg 54] family that has lived togather [sic] so many years, Oh’ Levi, Levi, little did I think what I was living for. but happy thought I shall not know it lo n g . ____ 1878 3mo 13th Nelson & Rachel got here with there [sic] family & part of their goods, a very rough day raining & snow ing, ____ _16th First day fine over head went to meeting in the wagon, met with two strangers there Albert Stover & James Barker, _ _17th Takeing [sic] every thing down to make room for the new comers, a sad change for old fo lk s. ____ _20th George Leer died about nine oclock in the morning.____ [pg 55] Buried the 22nd We all went a very large funeral and a beautifull [sic] day. E Varney had a good deal to say. _23rd Got a Telegraph dispatch saying that Mary Bowerman was not expected to live. _24th Levi went over to Hubbs to let them know it. A snow storm in the morning. _30th Nelson & Rachel went below, All upside down yet, not looking much like home, never expect it to o . ____ _31st First day I went to meeting, had several good sermons, directing us were [sic] to look for Consolation in all our troubles,____ �4mo 1st A beautifull [sic] day, Oh that it was as bright in doors, time may wear it away But the loss of a home, or changeing [sic] homes [pg 56] is a great trial for Old people. ____ 3rd Nelson commenced plowing fine weather 4th Mary & myself went to meeting. 6th Mary & Rachel went on the market bought Lydia a sun bonnet some steemloom for the fam ily. ____ 7th First day W m [Bransrom?] & wife & son here for dinner.____ 8th Moved father’s bed & mine down stairs does not seem much like home. 9th Ediths birth day would have been 21 [Squires?] here. ____ _18th Father Mary & myself went to Monthly meeting a fine day, came home after meeting all things changed, nothing like home any more used to have a comfortable room to sit down in, now I can sit down by the book-stove, quite [pg 57] a change for old people, ____ _20, Rachel & Mary went to market Lydia went to George Leer’s old place, came back on first day, Levi Mary & the Children going for her. _22st [sic] Carrie washing, Levi hunting up milk, _23rdLevi taking away the furnature [sic], it looks rather hard after working so many years to get it togather [sic], then have it divided up & taken away all for the sake of a little paltrey [sic] gold, Oh that they may see the folly of heaping up riches in this world. Drove away four cows to their �new home. _25th Mary took away our little girl & boy in the buggy, a sad sight to see the children taken away from you that you have nursed & tended day & night for ten years, _ Oh that I may be more resigned to my lot, or I do not, [pg 58] know what will become of me, _Elizabeth came up on the boat, Nelson going for her _26th they came back in the evening for some of their things, Lydia & Deborah went to Coopers for some black-water,____ 27th Sarah Levens brought Aunt Rachel’s bonnet, Lewis Levens called in to see how we look in our new home. _28th Elizabeth went to meeting with father & myself also Nelson & Rachel, got our dinner at Levi’s, it did not look much like home, Eliza Brewer had a meeting in the afternoon. Levis Birth day 4 6 __ 29th Elizabeth & Rachel sewing carpets togather [sic] beautifull [sic] weather Cherrie Plumb trees out in blossom. Musketoes [sic] troublesom [sic]. [pg 59] 4mo 30th Elizabeth gone home Rachel took her to the boat. 5mo5th Levi Mary & the Children here also Nathaniel & Isabela, ____ _6th Quite unwell had sick head-ach [sic] Joseph Baker & P W. here for a call, _ _7th Lydia’s birth day 40 years old it does not seem possable [sic], washing no little Children �to go to the woods with her to gather flowers, as in former days, owing to Levis breaking up the family, a cruel thing. _8th Stephen & Lydia here Lydia Haight [has?] hung blankets out of doors in the sun, rather hard after haveing [sic] things so conveniant [sic], beautifull [sic] weather Lylack [sic] in blossom, a very forward spring.____ [pg 60] 1878 5mo9th Prepartive [sic] meeting Father Lydia and myself went out in the buggy, then down to Levis for our dinner. _21st Fathers Birth day 87, Levi & Mary here cut a hole through the north side of the house for Lydia’s kitchen,____ 24th [Lisset?] Levens birth day 87, father Lydia & myself went over to Levis in the evening stoped [sic] over first day with them father walked up to meeting I rode, 6m olst Quarterly meeting none of us women went Thomas being very sick the Dr here, no company here only Joseph & Ann Willby their daughter and her husband, Uncle Arthur & Uncle James stoped [sic] two nights with us. it does not seem much like our quarterly meeting, the family so broke u p , ____ 61 5mo 3 1st Uncle John & Daniel here on account of Deborah Mc Coy’s death which took place the 23rdof 5mo 1878 Aged 5 4 . ____ 6mo 11th 1878. Vincent Lydia & myself had an invitaion [sic] to spend the day at [Liphet?] Levens, not WmGarrett and Patience there also their daughter Precila, Maria Ellsworth & Sarah M aria.____ _13th Nelly Fox & Ellen Mary Castor stoped [sic] all night with us, then started for Belleville with the �horse & buggy. ____ _15th Abby Ellsworth here & her daughter, & Maria Ellsworth with her daughter Sarah Maria, _19th Catharine [Jmpey?] & Amie Mullett came Levi met them at Picton, 20th they went to Monthly-meeting, 21st Went to the Sand-banks, 22nd took the boat for Bellville [sic], 24th took the Cars to Niagra Sailed for England the 29th 1878 _ [pg 62] 1878. 7mo 1st Father Lydia & m yself went over to see Amos Hubbs, & family a very warm d ay. ____ _7mo 7th Went to meeting a very hot day, Levi & his family came back with us, also Isabela Peterson. _7mo 3rd 1821. We landed in Quebec, after a passage of seven weeks, My father & Mother with eleven Children, the youngest two years old. a little boy called Benjamin. _11th father Lydia & myself went to meeting then down to Levis, Came home & found Daly had been here& left 15lb o f tea at 55ct a pound, _ 25th Mary weaving out a peice [sic] of Cotten [sic] [ware??] Six years ago to day poor dear Edith died, great changes since then, it does not seem [pg 63] much like home any more, strangers comeing [sic] and goin g. ____ 28th Amy & Sarah here for a v isit, ____ 21st Thomas Waring buried at our meeting-house 8mo 5th Consider died 40 years ago this evening �about eleven oclock [sic]. ____ _10th S Richardson & Lydia went down to [W oossoos?]-Island,____ 19th I went down to see the Doctor, got myself some muslin for Caps ribbon, Envelops [sic] books for Thomas. $ 1.90, _21st Andrew Whycot Sarah & daughter, Sarah 64 years old, & Lydia Hubbs 50 the 22nd [pg 64] gmo 23rd pather Lydia & myself went out to Levis stoped [sic] two days with them, it seems rather lonesome to come back without the children. _30th Sallie Taylor fell down stairs lived about two hours after, was buried the first o f 9 m° — 8mo 3 1st Henry Mullett came from Whitby on his way to the States, spent first & Second day with us, then Nelson took him to the boat. ____ 1878 10/7 Stephen Hubbs brought my Sister Maria here haveing [sic] come down with his sister Hannah from Pickering. _ 9th Arnold & Rachel Haight & Maria Niles here stoped [sic] all night, ____ [pg 65] 10th Aunt Maria father & myself went over to Levi’s stoped [sic] all night with them, went to our preparative [sic] m eeting. ____ _13th Our General meeting begun, Did not last but a week �_14th Aunt Maria & Lydia started for Fredericksburgh, Levi & Mary takeing [sic] them to the boat. _ Sent Kate [Jmpey?] the minuts [sic] of the Yearly m eeting. ____ I lm o 9th Lydia got home from Huntingdon Aunt Maria takeing [sic] the Cars the day before for Whitby, W ille came back with Lydia, _20th Mary’s birth-day [sic] 43 years old, The first she ever spent without her Mother, a sorawfull [sic], thing for a woman to be draged [sic] about the world by a husband, _ [pg 66] II /29th 1870 My Birth day [sic] 74 years old, it seems like a great age, hardly likely I shall see many more, Oh that I may be ready when the summons comes, Levi Mary & the Children came out in the evening & took tea with Grandmother & Chrisend [sic] Lydia new dishes. _ 1 2 _ lst Gatherd [sic] some rose leavs [sic] at the east end of the house, Elizabeth came up, I read two Psalms without my Spectacals [sic ], ____ Amos Hubbs died in the evening, on his birth-day [sic] 81 years. 14th Mary was on the market with some of her Ducks got brought me five yards of red flannel at 10 cents a yard. [pg 67] 12mo 25th 1878 Eat [sic] our Christmas dinner all alone so stormey [sic] & the roads blocked up lm o 1st 1879 New years [sic] day Stephen & Lydia here for dinner had a turkey & two fowels [sic], Levi and Mary & the Children, also Nelson & Rachel, �_24thW e went out to Levis a very high wind Mary Ann Wright daughter buried, Nelson & Rachel came up from Napanee. ____ 3mo 19thWalter Levens & Mary Sills married, at our old place, queer times to what it used to be no wonder the Old folks feels sad , ____ 4mo 23rd Came back to our old home after an absence of three months, quite lonely to what is [sic] used to be, it may all be for the best but it looks rather hard, after living with your children for over forty years, then to have the family broke up _ [pg 68] 1879 5mo21st Grandfather’s Birth day [sic] 88 years old, quite feeble this Spring & very hard of hearing, we have had some beau= =tifull [sic] fine warm weather the Lilacks [sic] out in blossom, I suppose it’s the last time I shall ever see them so, as Levi talks of selling a cruel thing, after what him & his family has done here, Levi Mary Lydia & the Children back in the woods to pick up some chips, _ the Children going to School here. ____ 5mo 6th Jane Anderson died at Montreall [sic] was brought up to Picton & intered [sic] by the side of her Sister & Grandmother.____ 5mo 7th Lydia’s birth day [sic] 41 years old, Carrie & the Children went back in the woods with her to gather flowers, I suppose for the last time. [pg 69] 1879 5mo 23rdI stroled [sic] down the Lane alone to look for father, pulled off some Maple �leaves, thinking it might be the last time I should ever be there, the way things are going. ____ 6mo 6th Select meeting day Vincent & myself going out for the last time I think, both of us being quite feeble this spring. _ Stanley [Pumphery?] & wife attended our quarterly meeting. _ Uncle Aurther & Aunt Jane down stoped [sic] three nights with us. 6mo 10th Rachel’s Birth day [sic] 11 years old, Mary Carrie & Thomas came out to dinner with us. O, if I, as one forgiven, Reach at last; that happy shore; How shall all the hosts of heaven Shout, and wonder, and adore! The above lines written by Rachel. Bloomfield. 1879 [pg 70] 1879 6mo 4th Nelson & Rachel gone to Napanee myself trying to cut father some shirts quite an undertakeing [sic] more than I expected, shall not try it again. ____ 6_12th Reubie Haight from Snowden brought me M E Garrett Photograph, I sent her mine in return, he returned to Bellville [sic] the 13th. 22nd First day no meeting, Levi & Thomas came out for us did not go, they spent the day with us, took father & Rachel back with them. 7mo 12th Levi & Mary went down & met Nancy Anderson, brought her here, to spend a few weeks 20thW e all went over to Meeting & then down to Levis for our dinner, home again in the evening. _19th took Rachel down to see the Doctor, he gave her a bottle of medicen [sic]. 1879, �[pg 71] 1879 7mo 3rd My father & Mother with eleven Children landed in Quebec in 1821,59 years ago to day. _ 7mo 25th Seven years ago this morning between two & three oclock, Our dear Edith breathed her last, sitting in the Arm-chair in her sixteenth years, __ Maria Ellsworth & daughter Phebe Jane spending the afternoon at Nelsons, father & myself took tea with them. 8mo 9th Levi met Mary Bowerman daughter Lydia at Picton, on her way from the States, to make us a v isit. ____ 12th Met Elizabeth at the boat spent a week with us. _31st Daniel Levens buried at our meeting­ house aged 90 years, Vincent was at the feuneral [sic]. ____ [pg 72] 1879 9mo 1st Lydia & myself heard the Cars for the first time siting [sic] at our dineing-room [sic] window pealing [sic] pears. _3rdAunt Maria & Kate came here for a visit, spent three days with us, then to Levi’s, starting for home on the 8th Second day morning. Levi takeing [sic] them to Picton & bringing back some English friends, James Clark & his two daughters Sophia & Edith, it was a very short visit of two or three hours. ____ _6th Lather Lydia & myself went to Levis with Aunt Maria & Kate, stoped [sic] till the following Sixth day, Thomas Birth day the 10th 9 years old, 1 lm o 2nd Lirst day no meeting, our first snow �Levi Mary & the children here, Carrie gone to Kingston for a visit, N. A here yet _ [pg 73] 1879 1 l mo 9th First day morning-Started our Coal-stove for the first time, Do not like it as well as the Old box Stove, ____ _20th Mary puting [sic] a peice [sic] of cloth in the loom for full-cloth, -drove herself home in the evening very cold. _29th My birth day [sic] 75, not feeling very smart looking towards the end of the journey. & my daily prayer is htat I may be ready, but feel thankfull [sic] that I was able to sew all day for the family __ Patty Bowerman died in the evening about ten oclock [sic], 30th First day no meeting, David Ellsworth here all day, Will Cadman called on us the Children here going to School, Levi & Mary here in the evening. _ [pg 74] 1879 12mo 23rd Father Lydia and myself went out to Levis. & stoped [sic] till the tenth of the fourth month following. 1880 3mo 29th Our folks sold the Old Farm to a man by the name of John Henry [Levet?] for the sum of $12000 twelve thousand dollors [sic], _ 4mo 9th Mary H Bowerman from Maryposa has been with us for several weeks, makeing [sic] her friends a visit, last evening she got a Telegram saying her father was dead, so she started for home Carrie going with her. & stoping [sic] a week, this is �Edith’s birth day would have been 23. _ 10thWe came home, Uncle Arthur & Samuel Haight came here also the former stoping [sic] three nights with us. [pg 75] 4mo 20th Nelson & his family left for Napanee giving him a thousand dollors [sic] to leave the place, we miss them very much. _ 24th Robert & Elizabeth came up, 26th They are gone down to Levens, to day [sic], ____ _28th Levi’s birth-day 49 years, the Children out here, also Elizabeth & Mary. _ 1880 5mo 1st Froze a quarter of an inch, Elizabeth with u s . ____ _7th Lydia Birth-day the Children disappointed at not going back in the woods to gather flowers it being a wet day, Elizabeth with us, also Mary Carrie, & the Children, in all probability it will be the last birth -day [sic] that Lydia will ever spend here. [pg 76] 1880 5mo 6th E Cad man helped Lydia wash the wood-work. ____ _16th Over to Levis [sic] some of them down in the Grave-yard looking at Ediths [sic] grave. _17th E Cadman brought us home behind Topsey, got some dinner, & then went down to see Maria Ellsworth. We are feeling rather sad & discouraged, thinking what a home we have lost, just to gratify one poor man, cannot �have the privilage [sic] of turning a house in the door-yard, Oh Levi ! Oh Levi ! Why not have let thy poor Old father died [sic] on his own farm, where he has been over 65 years. ____ _18th Elizabeth went home on the boat Mary takeing [sic] her down to Picton. [pg 77] 1880 5mo 20th Monthly meeting at Hillier, none of our family there, to [sic] much buried in the cares of the world, Mary haveing [sic] the A g u e. ____ 21st V B ’s birth day [sic] 89 Andrew & Sarah here also Amey, a beautifull [sic] day. 23rdFirst day no meeting for us, Mary & the Children here. 24th The Queen’s birth-day [sic], it will not make much differance [sic] with us, altho [sic] my Sister Mary was carring [sic] of her about the room when she was about twelve months o ld . ____ 6mo 4th Quarterly meeting began Vincent & myself went out to Select meeting, then down to Levis, were [sic] we stoped [sic] till the 7th _ [pg 78] Uncle John & Arthur down to the meeting we had a very good meeting. _10th Rachel’s Birth-day 12 years old, they all came out to the old place & took dinner for the last time, as the place is sold, Grandfather in his 90 year, & Grandmother in her 7 6 , ____ �_7mo 1st Dominion day, W e went out to Levi’s, met with some friends there from the States, by the name of Caleb Gregg & his wife, had some of their company at Edward Cronk’s. _ _3rd 59 Years ago to day my father landed in Quebec with eleven Children after a voiage [sic] of seven weeks, leaveing [sic] England in the year 1821, in the fifth m onth.____ [pg 79] 1880 7mo 27th Aunt Maria & Mary Ann came here, went to the Sand-banks, & over to Nathaniels, started for home the fifth of eighteth [sic] month, 42 years ago to day that Consider died, 8mo 6th Charles Vail called on us a few minuts [sic] I gave him mine & Vincents photograph _22nd Nellie Fox & baby here stoped [sic] three days with u s . ____ _27th Sarah Crawford & daughter called on us, had a nice little sitting, for our encouragement I hop e. ____ 9mo8th E Cadman came up & stoped [sic] two weeks with us, Robert came up on the 18th for her, ____ 17thW e went to Picton Elizabeth Mary & the Children, also myself where I had [pg 80] not been for three years, We also drove round the Sematry [sic], I got myself cotten [sic] for night-gowns, Silk & [wadden?] for Lydia’s quilt, 9mo 14 Amie Mullett & her little neice [sic] from Belleville here spent three days �with us, _19th Edward [Harard?] & wife here for a visit Nathaniel Swetman, M Levens, Amey Leer Robert & Elizabeth, & our folks from B loom field. ____ _24th Lydia & Amey gone down to Reuben Burlinghams for a v isit. ____ lOmo 24th Three inches of snow fell, Icicles hanging on the window frames, _26th Makeing [sic] father a couple of new flannel Shirts, myself two night gow n s, ____ [pg 81] lOmo 31st The Aneversary [sic] of my father last day. _ 1 lm o 1st E [Liphet?] Levens died about three in the afternoon, father & myself went down the next day to see his remains, Mary driveing [sic] us down in the buggy, & then called on Reuben Burlingham 4th Frederick Richardson here also Sarah Foster, _22nd Our fingers sticking to the door latch, so cold, _24 Crossed the Ferry at Bellville [sic] on the ice, with the horse and the Cutter,____ 29th My birth-day [sic] 76, Levi Mary & the Children came out in the evening bringing a roast duck with them, Thomas quite sick , ____ [pg 82] 12mo 5th 1880, We went out to Bloomfield as Thomas was no better but worse, 7th Vincent & Lydia went out took the birds & locked up the house, for three months, Thomas not getting much better, _ �1881 3mo 8th Returned home for a few weeks to pack up our things & take leave of the Old place after living on it 65 years, it looks rather hard to see Old folks give up their home before they have done of it 3m° 10th Elizabeth Cadman’s Birth-day [sic] 51. _13th R Cadman Elizabeth, Carrie Rachel & Levi,_ 14th E Cadman went home, _16th Adam Spencer attended our M Monthly meeting. Came over to the Old place in the evening to see Vincent & wife accompanied by [pg 83] W mValentine Amy Leer & Levi, 17th Joseph Rogers buried E Varney going up to attend the funarel [sic], ____ 19th Heard the first Robin on the Old place 12mo 25th 1880, Christmas Thomas sick a [sic] bed not able to go to Picton, or to see the Christmas tree, ____ 1881 1/1 New-years day Thomas in bed yet not much better, lingerd [sic] along till the first of 4 month, when he quickly breathed his last about Vi past seven in the evening, by the bursting of a blood-vessle,_ buried the third by the side of his sister Edith._ poor dear [Chils?] Oh that we were all with them, the way things are going, it all looks dark after looseing [sic] our home. _ [pg 84] 1880 1 l mo 27th Rachel & Thomas came out to the Old place on the Sledge in the evening, quite cold �after Skeiting [sic] stoped [sic] all night with us, thought he took his cold then, that terminated in his death First day morning the 28th after breakfast he read the 1st 23rd, & 27th Psalms also the 2nd cht of John little did we think it was the last time he would read to us, they went home in the evening.* 1881 4mo 28th Mary & Amy Leer went to Mariposa to see Mary Bowerman, she died the 2nd of 5th month buried the 4th Levi went up to attend the funarel [sic] came back the 9th. on the Cars. _ 5mo 7th Lydia’s birth day [sic], no going to the woods to gather flowers, with the Children, one dear child gone to its long home, which leaves us only o n e . ____ *The next day my birth day the 29th they brought [pg 85] him out again in the evening carring [sic] him in & out of the sleigh, not being able to walk with the pain in his legs, it proved to be the last time he was ever there.____ 1881 5mo 21st Vincent Birth day [sic] 90 years old, Andrew & Sarah Whycott here, & Hannah Maria [Harrard?], Henry Mullett also came in & stoped [sic] two days with u s . ____ 6mo 5th Our quarterly meeting, 7th Carrie went home with Uncle Arthur for a visit, 12th Went for a ride over to [M Donalds Isaland?] Levi Lydia Rachel & m yself. ____ 6m ol0 Rachel’s Birth-day [sic] 13 years old a fine day went for a ride in the afternoon with her Mother Aunt Lydia, & took tea with Eliza Varney. [pg 86] �1881 7mo 1st Maria Ellsworth here for a short visit, We took her up to Levi Varneys [sic] in the afternoon, myself going along, ____ _2nd Lydia washing, Stephen Hubbs came over for her in the afternoon _3rd Sixty years ago this morning my father & Mother landed in Quebec with eleven children,____ _9th Elizabeth Comstock paid us a visit spent part of three days with us. 9mo 3rdWilliam Barker called on me, had a good visit with him, had not seen him for 50 years, __ gmo 24* §aiije Mallory & Mary Jones here for a short v isit, ____ [pg 87] 1881 10mo 18th No frost worth speaking of yet, Lydia & Carrie up in the Village geting [sic] a dress fixed, I have not been as well as usual for the last two weeks, Altho [sic] I have finished this day a day-cap for myself now most 77, most likely it will be the last I shall ever try to make. 1 l_ 4 th Paid Sarah Levens 50cts for makeing [sic] four day-caps._ Made myself three Shimeys, Lydia got herself 6 yards of Cashmeer for a dress & flannel for two shimeys, a pair boots,_ Mary & Rachel gone to Lredericksburgh.____ _28th My Sister Rachel Died about ten in the morning, buried the 30th she 75 years old, took her remains back to Mariposa _29th My Birth day 77, shall I ever see another, if not Oh that I may be ready. Our folks very busy cleaning house Amy helping Lydia. I got a Card from �Maggie Stewart.__ [pg 88] 12mo25 A beautifull [sic] bright day the family all gone to meeting except Lydia & myself John Ward spent the evening with us. _24 On the market with geese sold for 60ct Ducks 60ct a pair, a very full market 1882 1st mo 24th Our wedding day 32 years ago Judith Bowerman & Abigale Ellsworth was married the same day, this is a beautifull [sic] winters day quick-silver 20 degrees below zero, Levi killing two pigs, Lydia getting a dress cut at the neigbors [sic], Amy Leer here. Richard Suthard buried the day before yesterday. 2mo 28th James Morden his brother & his wife here for a visit, just before going to Manitoba 5mo 7th Lydia’s Birth day [sic] 44 years old, her & Rachel went back in the woods to gather flowers [pg 89] _Thomas still missing, only the second time, poor Child taken from all the toils & troubles of this world but how we miss him,_ this has been a fine day also first day & meeting day. father & myself not going feeble & old father 91 the 21st of this month, myself 77 & six months, Nancy Anderson took tea with us, our folks drove out to Leven’s . ____ 5mo 21st Grandfather Birth day [sic] 91 years old some of Children spent the day with im all but Lydia & Stephen, Thomas Stinson & Lydia was here also & Amos Bowermans widdow [sic] from Whitchurch, A very fine day, father & myself went to meeting also Levi & Lydia Haight. Patience Garratt died the same evening about ten oclock . ____ Vincent planted a Maple-tree West of the house. �9mo 28th Levi Mary & Rachel Started for Leeds quarterly meeting, returned 10/4th 1882_ 10_6th Uncle Arthur & Aunt came here from Camden & Leeds, also Annie Fred Dolly & Castor [pg 93, which follows page 91] 1878. 6mo 18th My father’s old Bible was printed in 1578. _ Deborah Bowerman. My father came hear [sic] in 1858, to board with us was with us eight years, _ died the 31st of lOmo 1865 Paid us one hundred pounds while here. D Bowerman 1879 5mo 23rdThe day before Elizabeth Levens was 88 years old, And two days after Vincent Bowerman was 88 years, I stroled [sic] down the Lane alone to look for father, I thought I would pull off some Maple-leavs [sic], thinking it might be the last time I should ever be there, for you to look at when I am gone. Deborah Bowerman 75 years old Bloomfield 9mo 2nd 1879 [pg 92, which follows pg 93] (contains pressed leaves) [pg 95, which follows pg 92] 1881 6mo 12thWent for a ride on Cunninghan’s Island, Levi Lydia Rachel & myself & the two little dogs, we gathered some fern leavs [sic] & several other plants, also three Cedars which are planted or rather set along the garden fence. __ DB_ (pressed leaves) [pg 94, which follows pg 95] A friend writing from the County of �Lennox on Monday the 27th * A few pretty heavy snow squales [sic] yesterday, and a heavy frost this morning, reminds me that 44 years ago to day, I rode four miles in the Cutter on three inches of snow that had fallen during the previous night. The next morning the 14th it began to snow again, and continued all day, mostly melting as fast as it fell. Just at night it began to clear up, & next morning the 15th, the ground was frozen sufficiently hard to bear [sic] a horse, except where there was deep mud. The plumb & Cherry trees were in full bloom, and their fruit was blasted. The apple blows were not open yet, so that the apple crop was not affected. Copied by Deborah Bowerman Bloomfield 5mo29th 1878 * of 5mo 1878 [Separate Paper] 1850_3rdmo 4th I received one hundred dollors [sic] from Edwin Mallory, in part pay for the farm we lived on, _ [illegible amount ?]_ I paid to Thomas T Dorland, for an account he had against the estate, also I paid him two dollors [sic], to get the land Registered, _ eleven dollors [sic] I paid Elizabeth, Cadman, and Rachel Sills as there [sic] share of the hundred dollars_ after paying all other expences [sic]_ Mary’s and Lydias share to pay them yet_ out of my share of what is to come_ Deborah Bowerman 1852_3rdMo 8th_ Received from Edwin Mallory, by the hand of Nelson Sills one hundred and eleven dollars, as my share of the place, _ Ninety of it I let Vincent Bowerman have to be returned, when I want it_ Eleven I gave Rachel �Lennox on Monday the 27th * A few pretty heavy snow squales [sic] yesterday, and a heavy frost this morning, reminds me that 44 years ago to day, I rode four miles in the Cutter on three inches of snow that had fallen during the previous night. The next morning the 14th it began to snow again, and continued all day, mostly melting as fast as it fell. Just at night it began to clear up, & next morning the 15th, the ground was frozen sufficiently hard to bear [sic] a horse, except where there was deep mud. The plumb & Cherry trees were in full bloom, and their fruit was blasted. The apple blows were not open yet, so that the apple crop was not affected. Copied by Deborah Bowerman Bloomfield 5mo29th 1878 * of 5mo 1878 [Separate Paper] 1850_3rdmo 4th I received one hundred dollors [sic] from Edwin Mallory, in part pay for the farm we lived on, _ [illegible amount ?]_ I paid to Thomas T Dorland, for an account he had against the estate, also I paid him two dollors [sic], to get the land Registered, _ eleven dollors [sic] I paid Elizabeth, Cadman, and Rachel Sills as there [sic] share of the hundred dollars_ after paying all other expences [sic]_ Mary’s and Lydias share to pay them yet_ out of my share of what is to come_ Deborah Bowerman 1852_3rdMo 8th_ Received from Edwin Mallory, by the hand of Nelson Sills one hundred and eleven dollars, as my share of the place, _ Ninety of it I let Vincent Bowerman have to be returned, when I want it_ Eleven I gave Rachel �five I gave Mary, for a set of china,_ eighteen shillings to Elizabeth for a set of bed curtains, and seven shillings I kept for my own use._ Deborah Bowerman Picton [12mo 13th_1852?] [There is one more singe sheet here - but I can’t read it very well - only the 2nd half.] �five I gave Mary, for a set of china,_ eighteen shillings to Elizabeth for a set of bed curtains, and seven shillings I kept for my own use._ Deborah Bowerman Picton [12mo 13th_1852?] [There is one more singe sheet here - but I can’t read it very well - only the 2nd half.] � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deborah Bowerman Diary Collection Subject The topic of the resource 19th Century Rural Ontario Diaries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Deborah Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1874-1892 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario Table Of Contents A list of subunits of the resource. Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1874-1882 Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1887-1892 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1874-1882 Date Created Date of creation of the resource. December 31, 1874 Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. Deborah Bowerman Diary Collection Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Typed Transcription Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Deborah Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1874-1882 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario Language A language of the resource English UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/5b4c16c75ade61c8545b22f4e0f99bd6.pdf 1e7e97baf480fbb257fc52e5d937064f PDF Text Text Deborah (Mullett) Haight Bowerman Diary #2,1887 -1892 This is the second Deborah Mullett Bowerman Diary dated 1887- 1892: It is held at the Prince Edward County Archives and has the accession number A2001.016.096a labelled Journal 2. Click here to see the first diary. Transcribed by Lydia Wytenbroek, history student at Trinity Western University, Langley, British Columbia and posted here with her permission. Pam Noxon, archivist at the PEC Archives, also grants permission for this posting. Thanks to Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey, Associate Professor at Trinity Western University, for her role in this effort. Copyright: © Lydia Wytenbroek and Randy Saylor, 2008 Notes 1. Many of the dates on the left hand sides of the pages were cut off. i.e. see page 3 -the entry before the 5th -the actual month is cut off. So for many of these (if I couldn’t figure out the month) I put “[?]mo, 6th” etc. Also on one page there was a line at the top cut off so I think I made a note to you in the diary with square brackets. I made a few notes for you in the diary in square brackets. 2. Whoever numbered these pages, numbered them differently. Every two pages only has one number (i.e one of your photocopied pages has one number, but there are two pages of her diary to each photocopied sheet)/ So I put an “a” and a “b” after the page numbers, but there was no a or b in the actual numbering. 3. There were more words I couldn’t figure out in this one. Her writing was worse by the end and harder to read. These certain flowers she’s always talking about looks like its spelt “cerus” - I ’m wondering if she means cherries! (at first I thought she meant crocuses or something). See what you think. 4 .1 tried to put in a [sic] when she missed her apostrophe... 5. On one of the pages there was an envelope and then the next few pages were not pages from her diary just loose leaf papers. So I typed them up. Were they what was in the envelope? [Page la] [blank] [Page lb] �Diary of Deborah Mullett Bowerman written in and near Bloomfield 1887-1892 [pg 2a] [blank] [pg 2b] 1887 5mo7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 49, At home bakeing [sic] & churning, Mary on the Market with the Butter & Eggs, [Fowels?] 60 cents a pair then went too Carries [sic], The above written by my Mother most 83, writeing [sic] without glasses. ____ _18thSallie [Ellicotts?] daughter married to a young man by the name of Thomas of Baltimore, _19 Our monthly meeting, E Varney got home, Discovered buds on the Night, Blooming [Cerus?],_ Mary Jane Williams here to see Rachel, Willie got here from Hamilton,____ _21st Vincent Bowerman’s birth day [sic], would have been 95 years Old. [pg 3a] [88?]/5/23rd Jane Cronk called on us, Stephen & Lydia in the afternoon fixed my dress sleevs [sic] for me. 24th Lydia came home, Carrie went to John William’s, _ 26 Our quarterly meeting began, Levi �went to the boat to meet some of the friends, _ Sarah Wood from the States, Mary Jones, Johan Ward & [Aize?] Willsey, 27 Uncle Arthur here William Robnson & wife here also Levina [Merills], R Sills & Carrie,____ mo 2ndMaturah Bowerman here for a short visit, then went to Stephen Hubbs, 4th Annie Mullett & Katie Impey here. WmHenry & Judith here also, _ Alfred Mullett & his Sister, stoped [sic] one night with us _ 5th Nellie Fox here for dinner [pg 3b] _11th Mary Elizabeth & Merton went over to see Mary Levens, _ _12 E Cad man went to the fast friends meeting, in the morning, then started for home, going to Picton over night, ____ Stanley & Rachel went to the Sematry [sic] _13th Jane Cronk & Lena called in the evening to pay for some butter & Molasses,____ Found our first Night blooming [Cerus?] in [blossing?], which had been 24 days in comeing [sic] out, the largest one we have had at all measuring ten inches across, ____ _2oth The second blossom came out as large as the first No person in to see it but ourselves, Henry Hubbs in the morning, _27th The third blossom came out several came in to see it, Johnson Brewer spent the day with u s, ____ �[pg 4a] 1887 6mo 28th Stanley & Rachel gone out on a fishing partey [sic]. 6/24 Discoverd [sic] some more buds on the Night blooming [Cerus?], ____ [7? I think this is the last number of the year? but it got cut off when photocopied...] 7mo l stDominon [sic] day, took Levi over to the little lot, then we went on to S Hubbs, where I had not been for seven years, neither on the road since last summer 2nd A very hot day, Mary very buisy [sic] in the kitchen 3rd Sixty six years ago to day [sic] my Grandfather & Grandmother Mullett landed in Quebeck [sic] with eleven Children, six sons & five daughters in the year 1821. Levi & Mary gone down to Carries [sic] this afternoon. _ Brought Lydia back, & left Mary there for one w eek, ____ [pg 4b] 1887 7mo25th Edith died 15 years ago to day [sic], Deborah Sills here sewing for Mary, Edwin Williams unwell with a Sun-stroke, Mary down there after buries [sic], did not get home till ten oclock [sic], all alone with Merton. 8mo 20thLevi & Mary went to Belleville with the horse & Buggy, [Anthoey?] Haight & his Nephew Henry Niles called in. _21st First day a dark cloudy day, Sarah Foster & Walter called on me. _30 George Browning the Butter maker cam [sic] �here, talk of putting up a Creemer [sic] in Picton.____ 9mo / 2 & 3rd Mary Richie here plealing [sic] pares [sic] for M ary. ____ _4th Levi & Mary down to Carries [sic]. [pg 5a] 1887 9mo [3rd or 5th? it’s cut off] Stanley Rachel & Lydia gone to Belleville takeing [sic] Merton with them, very much against our wishes, I hope nothing will happen to him before he gets back, A beautiful day, Mary washing Very, very lonesome day without our little boy. And Rachel gone also, ____ Returned the 7th all right & well, 8th Carrie and her Motherinlaw [sic] started for [Kinden?] Carrie to see Mary Elizabeth Garrett the latter to see her Sister, 20, Our travelers returned from [Kinden?] all well & found all well at home,____ mo 14th Frank & Mary Wareing came down for a visit. Left for home on the 2 0 , ____ 21st Nelson & Rachel called on us, on [on?] their way from Huntingdon, took [R: perhaps a word is cut off here?] with us, also there [sic] daughter Mary, [pg 5b] 9mo 19th Levi begun to dig the fundation [sic] for the buttry [sic] factory in Picton. ____ lOmo 19th Uncle John came down on the boat alone, to make us a visit for the last time most likely, spent three nights with us, Levi took him to the boat, �he was 85 years old born in 1802, lOmo 31st Grandfather Mullett died 22 years ago this evening Aged 97, years, 1lmo 29th My Birth day [sic] 83 years old, not a very pleasant day sitting alone most of the day, while the folks were putting up stoves & cleaning the pipes, mailed a letter to my brother James. _ [pg 6a] 1887 12mo 25th Christmas day, also first day, A goose roasted, Edwin & Carrie here & their boys, also Stanley & Rachel, 26th The above ones went to Samuel Yerwoods [sic], left the Children here Ryerson & Levi Sills, spent the afternoon with us, _ Mary down with Carrie. 28th Jane Cronk & Leana here for a visit, _ Some Cards received from Annie who is in England, also one from Rachel Sills. 1888, l mo 1st First day raining Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting Lydia Merton and myself all alone. ____ _8th Daniel & Deborah here for a evening visit also Walter & Mary, _ Stanley & Rachel & Carried here for dinner, _ Johnson Brewer came & stoped [sic] four days with us. _ [pg 6b] �12th of lmoth_ A letter from Jeramiah Lapp Abbie Ellsworth & E Cadman. _22 First day Quick silver 31 degrees below zero, _ 19th Rachel Sills here for a visit 2mo 4th Our Quarterly meeting a very good one, came & had a little meeting in our house one evening, _ Did not have much company, WmRobinson & wife Thomas Robinson & wife Chester Yerks & wife, & Justine Robinson from Leeds. _6th Vincent Bowerman died about one oclock [sic] in the day, buried on the 8th of 2nd month 1885, Aged 93 years, _19th Robert & Elizabeth Came up for a visit stoped [sic] two nights with us, 29th Uncle Benjamin & Maria came stoped [sic] three nights with us, had a very good visit with them , ____ * [R: there is a funny symbol here she makes that I’ve marked with an asterisk like I did on the other journals. In the other journals she used it to then continue writing about the same entry but in a later place. Anyway, here there is no other asterisk and I’m wondering if maybe the bottom of the page got cut off and so we don’t have that?] [pg 7a] 1888 3mo 4th Carrie & Rachel here for their dinner on there [sic] way to the Yerwood wedding.____ 10th Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth day [sic] 58 years old, does not seem posuble [sic] 11th Johnson Brewer passed away to his long home about five oclock [sic] in the morning, of a first day of the week �mo 22nd Aunt Hannah Mullett died, mo 2nd Moved into our new home again up in Bloomfield, Levi in Picton, 11th Jane & Lena here for an afternoons [sic] visit. ____ 9th Abbie Ellsworth here sewing for Lydia, here three weeks. ____ [pg 7b] 5mo 3rd Nancy Anderson Died at Lewis Levens [sic], aged 73. _ _6 Nelson & Rachel here also Walter & M ary, ____ _7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic], 50 years old. _24 The Queens [sic] Birth-day [sic] a fine day, WmValentine called on us looking very feeble, Mary Richie also called on us. Lydia & myself all alone, been so all the week, Mary down with Carrie, Levi in Picton makeing [sic] butter.____ 6mo 2nd Our quarterly meeting began, no strangers here only Sarah Wood from Laree, _ Elizabeth came up stoped [sic] with us through quarterly meeting then went to Napanee with Lydia to have her teeth drawn, William Henry brought Aunt Eliza down to see us once more, stoped [sic] two [pg 8] nights with us, in her 81 year, �1888 6mo 10th Rachels [sic] birth day [sic] 20 years old, took dinner with us also Stanley The first day of the week, the Hickete Yearly meeting, a great many folks here from the States. Caleb Gibson died, buried tomorrow in Picton. _ mo 2 Uncle James here for a visit, went to the Sand-banks haveing [sic] never been there, spent his birth-day [sic] with us, 80 years old. ____ 3rd My father & mother landed in Quebec with eleven children. Also Joseph Sivetman with his family. 22 Went down to Edwins & Stanleys [sic] stoped [sic] there one week, locking up the house, takeing [sic] the Cats Dog & fish. [pg 8b] This refers to Consider M. Haight’s [daughter? it’s cut off] 1888, 8mo5th Fifty years ago to day [sic], my father died, on first day evening about ten oclock [sic] in the evening Aged 38 years. _6th Margaret Jane Sivetman died Aged, nine Night blooming [Cereas?] blossemd [sic], _ a number of people into [sic] see them. _19 First day, Fevi Mary & Merton gone up to call on Eliza Varney, leaveing [sic] me alone not very pleasant, got a beautifull [sic] bunch of flowers sent me from the Cematry [sic]. 24, Uncle Arthur & Aunt Jane came down for a visit, stoped [soc] three nights �with us. _26th Willie Mullett wife here with her babie [sic], also Abie Ellsworth called on us, [pg 9a] 1888 9mo 1st Elizabeth Cadman came up for a visit on the Cars from Picton, stoped [sic] with us till the fifth, went down to see Carrie & Rachel, also Mary Levens. __ The third Rachel Sills came up & spent two days with us, _ The fifth of the month Anne Mullett & Nellie Fox came here spent two days with u s. ____ [?]mo 8th Uncle Henry came here on his way to the States, _ left on the 17th for Nelsons,____ 18th Debie Brown buried at Hillier. 21_ Levi & Mary gone down to see Amey Leer. _ [?] mo 21st Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 53 years old, a dark gloomy day, Lydia & myself here alone, Levi & Mary down to Carries [sic]. _ [pg 9b] 1l mo 22nd Very cold quick-silver down to ten, Mary Richie called on us, 1888, 29th of 1l moMy birth day [sic] 84 years, old A roast goose for dinner Plumb pudding & a very nice lemmon-pie [sic], got up by Carrie_ Edwin & Carrie & the Children here, Stanley & Rachel, _ Walter Levens and �wife and son, & Eliza Varney, besides our own family. _ a fine winters [sic] day _ A letter from Belleville & a small Birth day [sic] Card from Cousin Mary. _ 12m° 2nd _ First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting, Lydia down to Carries [sic], _ _25th Christmas day, Lydia & myself here all alone, not a very pleasant day, hope it may be better next time Mary Richie sitting with us part of the time. _27th Cards from England from Sophia [pg 10a] 1888 12/28th Lydia got her pictures from the little boy Eaton _ Grandmother Mullett died 43 years ago to day [sic], Aged 72, _ [?] _ Lydia down to Carries [sic], Mary Richard’s [sic] called on u s. __ [1 presumably, but cut off?] mo 1st 1889 New years day Lydia at Edds Mary home, Lewis Levens called in for the first time [?]th A very heavy wind from the South such a on [sic] that had not been known for years, unroofing houses & blowing down trees & fences, but the worst of all killing my Grandson by the falling of the barn-door on his head, _ living but three or four hours after, _ [R: “Edwin Williams” is written up the side of the page here so I don’t know which line it should go on. I guess that was her grandson?] [?]mo 24th Our wedding day 38 years ago. Taken with a very bad Direah [sic] in bed five days, _ �[pg 10b] 1889 2mo 1st Our Quarterly began not very large but good, No strangers not many friends called on us, knowing our situation Justice Robinson took dinner with us one day, _ Carrie was with us and her three little fatherless boys. _ _6th Three years ago To day [sic] Vincent Bowerman Died aged 93 years. Susan Dorland died about seven in the evening Aged 78, 1889 3m° 2nd My Brother John died aged 86 years buried in Bloomfield, by the side of Aunt Bathsheba,____ _3rd I was taken sick & kept my bed for six weeks, with a bad cold, _ Elizabeth & Rachel up to see m e, ____ 4mo 11 Mary Waring came down for a visit went back into Huntingdon,____ [pg 11a] 1889 4mo 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 57 years old. Spent the day over to the Lott all alone, makeing [sic] his family feel very uneasy. _ 5mol_ In the year 1819, My sister Mary carried our Queen Victoria about the room, at the George Inn (Hotel) in [Llminster?] Somersetshire Old England. _ DB Aged 84 years, 7 Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 50, born in 1838, �Not much of a Hollowday [sic], washing Annie Mullett came from Belleville, Lewis Levens [sic] birth day [sic] yesterday _24 Amis Weaver here for a visit _ no other person, rather lonely, hope it will be better before long ____ [pg lib ] _29 Carrie makeing [sic] tea cake _ Lydia picking up in the Cellar, A very cold day for the time of the year ^ m o j st Our quarterly meeting Uncle James & Uncle Arthur down, no strangers here, but they had a good meeting, & an excellent sermon from Eliza Varney. _ Samuel & Jane Bonestill here. 6_9 First day a wet day, none of our family at meeting, no person called on us but Mary Richards, _ the last first day we spend in Bloomfield, _10 Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] 21, years old, Thought we were going to have a good visit with her, but had none, we moved over to the [left?] Lot, It does not seem much like home, hope it will better [pg 12a] 1889 6/10 _ after we have been here longer Its [sic] not a very pleasant feeling for an Old person 84 years old to be move-ing I did not think it would have [affected?] my mind so much, been thinking about it ever since four �oclock [sic] this morning.____ 21st Merons [sic] Birth day [sic] 6 years old, out in a boat with Grandfather Williams & caught a small fish, _ Stanley & Rachel up in the evening after nine oclock [sic] [most likely 27. cut off] Mary Richards came home from meeting with them spent two days with us, _ 28th William & Mary Ann came over to see us, _ 29 Our folks went to the Sand Banks 30_ Levi & Mary went to meeting, & then over to Levens for their dinner. _ [pg 12b] 1889,7mo 3rd Sixty eight years ago this morning, My father & mother Landed in Quebec with eleven Children 6 sons & five daughters, _ Also Jospeh Sivetman & his family. Mary & Carrie gone to Picton & then on to Stanleys & Rachels [sic].____ _7th Rachel Sills came here for a visit, left on the 10th _ Little Daniel Dye here stoped [sic] one night with us. _ _13th Elizabeth Cadman came up for a visit, went home on the 15, First day evening spent in singing hyms [sic] with Lydia. ____ _25_ Seventen [sic] years to day [sic] Edith died about three in the morning. _ _27th Carrie Lydia & the two boys went down to see Rachel, stoped [sic] one night with her, Aunt Amey here for a visit �[pg 13a] 1889 8mo 1st Consider Haight died 51 years ago the 5th of this month, at Fredericksburg, _ Lydia being three months old the day he [sic] was buried Code [sic] weather a fire in Stove, 10 Stanley & Rachel went down to the thousand Islands, returned on the 12th Lydia kept house for them . ____ 16 Walter Levens & Levi Sills called on us in the evening, sent Rachel a bundle of letters. 20th Isabela Peterson here stoped [sic] all night with us, Mary took her back to Bloomfield this afternoon, _ [?]mo 4th Lydia went a fishing brought a fine black Bass enough for all our dinner.____ 15th pealing pares [sic] yet. [pg 13b] 1889 9mo [?] Benjamin & his grandaughter [sic] [Mimie?] came up for a visit stoped [sic] two nights with us, _13th Carrie started for Toronto, with several others _ [Mimie?] here serving for Lydia goes home tomorrow, Mary takeing [sic] her to the boat. ____ 15th Lydia gone to meeting also Levi, _ took dinner with Jane Cronk, Mary Richards came back with her, to spend a few days with us, Our Rachel and Stanley came up in the afternoon, _ �_23, Carrie came from Toronto, saw a great many sights brought the Children a watch cack [sic], ____ lOmo 23rd Mary Richards came here from Andrew Clarks, not very well, Stanley & Rachel here in the evening,__ [pg 14a] 1889 10mo 23rd Mary & Carrie gone too Bloomfield to paint the floar [sic], _ 27th Carries [sic] little boy Birth day [sic] five years old, Thomas, turkey for dinner, Stanley & Rachel came in, Gilbert Jones & wife called on us, Mary Richards here sick, first day no person went to meeting. Our meeting got very small only two men at meeting to day [sic], 1lmo 12 Levi and Mary brought [away?] the last board from Bloomfield, got here about seven oclock [sic], 14 Elizabeth came up for a visit, Eliza Varney brought her from the Sation [sic] went down to see Rachel, went home on the 18th, _ !7th Mary Levens & Lydia Sills here for a visit, _ [pg 14b] 1889 1l mo 20,th Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 55 years not a very pleasant day, a girl here sewing for Lydia, Manley Yerwood here on bussiniss [sic] with Carrie, Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, a wet day. ____ �My Birth day [sic] 85 years, not a very pleasant day had three Ducks for dinner, Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, myself not very well, a girl here sewing, for Carrie.____ 12mo 8th Nathaniel & Isabela here for dinner Levi Mary Lydia & Merton went down to see Rachel. _ _9th Washing two weeks wash, myself fixing up an Old Sampler for Lydia marked in the year 1873,____ [pg 15a] 12/ 20th 1889 Carrie & Lydia went to Picton, had to borrow a lantern to get home, A very dark day & night 22nd First day a heavy wind, no one person went to meeting, raining _ 25th Christmas day Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, A large goose for dinner 26th Andrew Whycott died about ten in the morning.__ Aged 83 years. 28th Levi & Mary went to the funeral to the house over night. _ 1890, l mo 1st _ Walter & Mary Levens here for dinner, no sleiging [sic] raining hard most of the day. ____ [pg 15b] 1890 l mo 14th Lydia married to John Williams in Picton at the age of fifty one years, started for Whitby next morning �and so on to Toronto, was gone four weeks, had a nice time with her friends I hope it may prove a happy union for it has been a heavy trial for her [poor?] Old mother, now in her 86 year. ____ _2mo 13th Our Bride folks returned home to John Williams house, took dinner with us the next day. _ _17 Charles Gidion very low, died a few days after 3 mo 2nd Jane Cronk & Lena here for a short visit took tea with us. _7th Dr Nash called here to see Carrie Reuben Branscom & Sarah here for a visit ____ [pg 16a] 1890,3mo 9th Deborah Sills that was once, & Mary Levens here for a visit took dinner with us, no sleighing ____ _10, Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth-day [sic] sixty years old, Levi in the Swamph [sic] choping [sic], saw a robin for the first time, very early we think 8th Lydia came home & stoped [sic] all night with us, a great treet [sic], for the little boy, as well as for her poor old mother, who had lived with her over fifty years. ____ _24 Carries [sic] Birth day [sic], Aged 35 years _26 Samuel Yerwood died Aged 27 Lydia spent the day with us brought her ironing over with her. _ �mo 11th I.yclia came across the feilds [sic] and stoped [sic] all night with us, a grate [sic] treet [sic] [pg 16b] 1890 4mo 13th A most beautifull [sic] bright warm day, the first day of the week, Levi went to meeting alone Mary down with Rachel for a visit gone two nights, have not seen Lydia to day [sic] _ pretty lonesome for an Old woman, or rather her poor Old mother, who lived with her most 52 years. _22nd Rachel Sills up for a visit over with, Mary Levens, ____ Went to John Williams the 21st while she was here for dinner, also Nelson & Rachel Walter & Mary, Mary Bowerman & self _ the first time I have been on the road since I came here ten months ago. _ [pg 17a] 1890 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] fifty two years old, Spent the day with us & fixed my flannel dress. _ _14 How strange we should keep the wrong day for Lydias [sic] birth-day [sic] the sixth instead of the seventh. _ 21st Vincent Bowermans [sic] Birth-day [sic] would have been 99, Lydia spent the day with us, helping Mary & Carrie clearn out my room, or their front room �24th Stanley & Rachel here also Lydia Carrie & her two boys went home with them, stoping [sic] there till Second day the 26, [pg 17b] 1890, 5/25, First day no person went to meeting, Levi tired out, wet day all alone, _ _28_ John Williams & Lydia went to Belleville, returned on the first of 6mo 6mo 5thPrepartive meeting Mary & Lydia went, came back here & spent the day with us, a heavy thunder storm, Levi took her home in the evening. _10 Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] 22 years old expected to have spent a pleasant day with her, but other company comeing [sic] in, broke it all up, we are all liable to disappointments. _ Thomas Stinson & his two daughters came in. also John Williams [sic] Sister & daughter [pg 18a] 1890 6mo 14th Mary on the Market with potatoes & eggs, 11 & 12 cts a dozen, potatoes seventy five cents a bag _ _15th First day _ Levi went meeting alone Rachel Sills here & Lydia also Isabela Peterson, I forgot John Williams. _ Mary Carrie & the Children took Rachel back to Levens in the evening. _ 6_22_ I went to stop with Lydia one week, _ Mary Levens little boy born, our Mary being with her, _ Carrie & Lydia �went for her, First day afternoon, _ 8th Fox & Mary Mullett came here, spent a week with u s, ____ 29_ First day two men friends from the States at our meeting, Benjamin Brown & Thomas Hogue, _ was at John Williams on the 26th, Gilbert Jones bringing them there, ____ [pg 18b] 7mo 1st Dominon [sic] day _ Mary Bowerman & Mary Mullett, gone up to see Lydia, Levi in Picton makeing [sic] butter. _ _2nd Mary Mullett here yet, Carrie has taken her to Andrew Haights to day [sic] Lydia going also, ____ 3_ Sixty nine years ago this morning we landed in Quebec father mother & eleven children, _ Also Joseph Sivetman with his family in the year 1821, _ _5th Mary Mullett left for horn [sic], going to Picton with M Bowerman on the Market _ then on to the Steem-boat [sic] Our Rachel here for a short visit. _ _6, Levi & Mary went to meeting, but few there, ____ Carrie & the children gone over to Levens for a ride, & to see how Mary is, _ [pg 19a] 1890 7mo 8th Carrie & Lydia gone to Picton, to get trimmings for a dress caught in a heavy thunder-shower. �9th A great change in the weather [Geeat?] coats wanted this morning And a fire in my stove, also a brick under my feet. ____ 17_ William Valentine died aged 84 years Buried the 19, at the Semetry [sic] at Picton, * 6_ Rachel Sills here to spend the day with her Mother, also Lydia, continued cold yet, a fire in my Stove, a brick under my feet, mufflers on my w rist, __ * The meeting held at the Methodist meeting house, James M [Lauling?] had a great Sermon for the inhabitants, _ [pg 19b] 1890 7mo20th First day our folks gone to Wellington, to attend a four oclock [sic] meeting appointed by James M Laughin.____ _21st James M Laughlin & two other friends took dinner & tea with us, then went on to Picton to have a meeting in the Methodist meeting-house, Levi takeing [sic] them down. ____ 23rd I was up to John Williams [sic] to spend the day to meet James M Laughlin & two women friends from the States, had quite a nice visit, _ 24_ Carrie up to J Williams [sic] picking berries, _ Stanley & Rachel here in the �afternoon, for a short time. [pg 20a] 1890 7mo 25th Eighteen years ago this morning about three oclock [sic] in the morning, Edith died Aged fifteen years, at the brick house back in the Concession.____ 26_ Lydia came down & stoped [sic] all night with us, & all first day, also John Williams took dinner with us, _ Stanley & Rachel here a little while in the afternoon, Rachel in a peck of trouble, on account of some person breaking into their house while they were at meeting, takeing [sic] away all her little trinkets. _ 22 Mary & Carrie up / John [Wille?] picking berries, [pg 20b] 1890 7mo 3 1st Carrie gone down to Stanleys [sic] with Flora Williams [that?] was once. ____ gm o Lydia Emaley [Harzard?] died about six in the morning, buried the 4th _ Flora Mullett here all night and starded [sic] for home, 8mo 1st __ _ Lydia & Mary & the Children went down to the Semetry [sic] to a [flareupt?] or a something else. Lydia lost her gold Spectacls [sic], so much for these [spreas?]. �[1838?] _ 8/5th Consider [Merritt?] Haight died 52 years ago about three oclock [sic] in the morning _ Fhorty [sic] six years old, Lydia was three months old the day her father was buried. Mary down to Stanleys [sic] picking berries, a very wet day a thunder shower [pg 21a] 1890, 8mo 7th 1838 Consider Haight buried, in Adolphus town, _ A very unpleasant day Mary & Carrie doing up berries.____ Carrie picking berries all day at L W 11th Quite cold fire in my room Levi with his overcoat on in the morning 12_ Went to Jane Cronks for dinner, Mary Lydia & John Williams, eleven of us sat down to [dine? din?] _ 20, _ Rachel came up to see us, went up for Lydia, so we had pretty good time, Levi went to Kingston, to sell butter, _ 16th The teacher came here to board, _21st Monthly meeting at Hillier, none of our folks there a wet day. ____ [pg 21b] 8mo 24 Consider here also Walter Levens, Mary Levens Lydia Sills & Li bey Dimond, _ Levi & Mary Went over to Stephen Hubbs, _ 126, Lydia & Ellen Williams down here �to spend the day. _ 28th Sanley [sic] sick sent up for Mary, but Carrie went, _ 30 A cold day fire in my room all glad to get under the blankets, a letter from [C?] M Collins. The teacher gone to see her sister. _ 9mo 7th First day a very warm day quicksilver up to 82, in my room Levi went to meeting alone, Stanly been very sick for the last week, John Williams & Lydia went down Stanley better ____ [pg 22a] 1890, 9mo 9th Rachel Sills [sic] Birth day [sic] 59 years old is it posabel [sic], And there yet, _ John Williams and Mary Richards took tea with us. 17, Elizabeth went home to day [sic], spent a week with us, Mary took her Picton took dinner with Levi at the Creamry [sic] also John Williams & Lydia, then down to see Cemetry [sic]. _ Mary Richards spent two days with us last week. 10 12th First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting, then down to see Rachel, I have been looking for Lydia, yesterday & to day [sic] up till three oclock [sic], then she came also John Willaims _ how little they know a mothers [sic] feelings, especialy [sic] after living with a child fifty two years, Patience it will all be over soon, _ �[pg 22b] 10mo 13th Carrie gone up to help Lydia about her Carpet, _ her three Boys with the Hooping-cough, _ Lydia lost her gold Spectacls [sic] on the Decoration-day in the Cematry [sic], got them again about six weeks after being picked up by an honest woman _14 Went up to see Lydia or rather to stay with her while J. Williams went a Duck shooting, a great job to get me off, but was glad I went poor Lydia I think she has got out of the frying-pan into the fire. _ 1lmo 2nd Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting then to Jane Cronks [sic] for dinner, John Williams & Lydia here for dinner John Garrett & wife called on us last week. [pg 23a] 1l mo 4th 1890, Would have been my fathers [sic] birth-day [sic] had he been living, _ Snow last night for the first __ A letter from Mary Mullett saw Uncle Henry at WmHenrys _8th Levi & Mary on the market with Fowels [sic] & Butter, 40ct for fowels [sic] a pair, butter 20ct a pound, _ * 9th First day a very wet day no person went to meeting, very unpleasant day very lonely, miss Lydias very much �* 8th Bought four & a half of flannel for my shimeys, seventeen pounds of sughar [sic].____ [pg 23b] 1890 1l mo 16th First day Levi & Carrie went too [sic] meeting, rather a lonesome day. 12th of this month Lena Robinson married to James Sivetman,__ 17_ Nelson & Rachel here for a visit, brought me a new apron & made it for me, brought me a nice bar of Sented [sic] soap. __ Our little boy Merton sick, better to day [sic]. ____ _20th of 1 l mo Marys [sic] Birth-day [sic], fifty five years old, Not a very pleasant day, Rachel up with Lydia, _ goes home the 22nd _ Levi & Carrie gone up to Monthly meeting at Wellington. 23_ John Williams [sic] & Lydia here for dinner, First day Levi & Mary went to meeting. _ [pg 24a] 24th 1890_ Carrie went up to help Lydia wash with her new machine 26 Sarah Foster & Walter here for dinner, ,29th of 1 l mo My Birth day [sic] 86 years old �Lydia & her husband here for dinner also Rachel & her husband, not feeling very well myself 1l mo 30th of 1l moFirst day dark & cloudy Levi & Carrie gone to meeting. _ Lewis Levens [sic] barn burnt down that evening.____ 12_ 1 st Jane Cronk here for a visit, had not seen her for some time, had a first rate visit with her. _ [pg 24b] 12mo 8th Nathaniel Sivetman and Isabel here for a call to see their Old Aunt once more, had not been here for a twelvemonth. _16th Went out in the kitchen & took my dinner with Carrie & her two children Thomas & John, Merton being up with Lydia, I had not been to the dinner table in eight weeks before, being on my bed complaining of great weekness [sic], or rather Old Age, being now in my 87 year. _ Mary up with Lydia, Levi at Picton,____ 26th Levi & Mary gone down to Stanleys to see Rachel not being very well, Carrie over to Hubbs last evening for a visit also the teacher, _ Sarah Kingston married, & starts for the West this morning a widdoer [sic] [with?] seven children. _ [pg 25a] �91 2mo28th Levi & Mary gone up to John Williams, as he is not well, I think its [sic] conclueded [sic] at last for Levi to go to Picton again this summer to make butter, & I do not know but what Mary is going with him, _ I wonder what they will do with the poor Old woman, it does seem as tho [sic] she outlived her usefullness [sic]. _ I have been complaining for the six weeks, not well yet. what a blessing to have your health.__ a Postal Card from Uncle Arthur this morning.____ Snowing fast a Card from Elizabeth. _ myself being in bed ten weeks to day [sic]. _ not able to do much of any thing y et. ____ [pg 25b] 1891 3mo8th Levi & Carrie gone to meeting, _ After dinner Levi & Mary went down to Stanleys. _ Mary stoping [sic] all night, Rachel not very well. _ 9th Raining Levi going down for Mary, Lydia down there yesterday myself far from well, Sent Mary Richards a letter yesterday, _ I doubt if I ever write her another _10th Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth-day [sic]. Sixty one years old, it does not seem possable [sic], _ Lydia here this afternoon, _ Mary & Merton down with Rachel, ____ 15 �First day Walter & Mary Levens here also Lydia for dinner, brought the baby nine months old, a cold day [pg 26a] 91 3/ 19th _ Monthly meeting to day [sic] Mary stoped [sic] at John Williams [sic] after meeting. _ 24_ Carries [sic] Birth-day [sic] down to Stanleys [sic] with the two children myself with a very lame back 4mo 1st Lydia here for supper, had some sausage meet [sic] for supper [cut off?] Levi gone to Picton, with butter eggs [R: there is a thing in brackets here that says “J. F. Mullett was 52” but it’s someone else’s writing I think] 4mo 2nd John Fry Mullett Died aged 42, Sophia Mulletts [sic] husband in England 9th p repartive [sic] meeting Levi went alone, Amos Bowerman here for dinner. _ 9th Edith Birth-day [sic], 34 years old, _ a bright sunney [sic] day _ A letter from Sallie Ellicott with a photograph [pg 26b] 4m 11th First day Levi & Carrie went to meeting, brought Mary Ann Richardson back with them , __ 15th _ Stanley & Rachel here in the afternoon eating sugar, eat [sic] our last sausage-meet [sic], __ Resewed [sic] John Frys [H unaoral?] Card from England �20_ Lydia & Rachel here for dinner looking for a boy to work for them , ____ 21st Writeing [sic] to Mary Elizabeth Garrett, _ Our Mary killed the first flie [sic]. _ my sight failing fast _ scarsely [sic] read what I have wrote, ____ [pg 27a] 1891_ 4mo 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 59 years old _ A very cold day, plowing in [he] garden. Four months a go [sic] the 23rd of this month I came down stairs [sic], burnt a light every night since most, And had my breakfast in bed ever since. 28th Considers [sic] Birth day [sic] born in 1802, At Adolphus tow n ____ 30, Jane Cronk & Lena here for a call, also Lydia & her girl Mary cutting my toe-nails, made a great fuss about it [?]mo 3rd Walter & Mary Levens here Carrie Lydia & the Children went over to Stephen Hubbs, found them all gone. __ [pg 27b] 1891 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 53, years old, spent the afternoon at home with her Mother, the last one very likely _ As I am feeling �very far from well but will it not be a happy exchange, from all our trials, _ Edmond Richardson died the day before yesterday.____ 11_ Mary gone down to Stanleys [sic] he being sick _ Mary Richards going to the States, wanting to give her a book but our Mary refuseing [sic] to let her have it, makes me feel very uncomfortable But suppose I shall have to put up with it. 12 A fine day Stanley better Mary comeing [sic] home to night [sic] _ Sarah Foster & Walter gone up to Edmond Richardsons [sic] funeral [pg 28a] 1891 5mo 12th _ Mary Richards here stoped [sic] all night with us, going to Oregan [sic] starts tomorrow with her brother Edward, has a daughter living there, ____ 16_ Carrie Lydia went onto the Market with butter & Eggs got 16ct of butter & 12ctsfor eggs a dozen, let one basket of eggs out of the wagon breaking 8 dozen Lydia got herself a new dress, cloth for a new jacket, [looks like “ttr rung” possibly tire rung?] for the sleigh,____ 21st Vincent Bowermans [sic] Birth day [sic] would have been one hundred years old if he had lived, Born in seventeen hundred and ninety one 93 when he died at 13 Bloomfield in 1885, _ Levi & Mary at Hillier Monthly-meeting.____ �[pg 28b] 1891 5mo 22nd Elizabeth Cadman came up on the boat, 24 Henry Haight here for dinner the first day of the week Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting. Elizabeth at John Williams.__ 25, Elizabeth here & Lydia also Rachel & Stanley,__ 26, The folks got me up to John Williams to spend the afternoon with Elizabeth,____ 28, Elizabeth going home, Carrie & two of the Children gone with her, Lydia takeing [sic] them down to Picton 30, Mary planting potatoes or rather helping Levi, ____ [pg 29a] 1891 5mo 31, _ My brother James came here with his son Edmond started for home again the next day, 6mo 2st Nelson & Rachel came she stoped [sic] one night with us. _ Carrie came home, after haveing [sic] a good visit 5th Mary Waring came here, stoped [sic] with us three days, through Quarterly meeting My brother Arthur came to attend the Quarterly meeting, also Stephen Robertson and wife. �9th Uncle Arthur going home, Mary takeing [sic] him to Picton, I am going up to spend the day with Lydia, Our Rachel is to be there, her Birth day, 23 years old. [pg 29b] 12th Well I went but did not find my little Granddaughter there, so I spent three days with Lydia _ Nathaniel Sivetman & his daughter came in while I was gone, for which I was sorry.____ 14 First day Levi & Carrie went to meet ing _ Levi & Mary went down to see Rachel in the afternoon, takeing [sic] the little boy with them __ Carrie gone out for a walk with the Children, _ We here [sic] that Samuel Naish is very unwell,____ 19 _ Carrie & Lydia went to Picton got me some letter paper, Lydia lost her veil, _ the second one within a few months. 20 Carrie gone again to day [sic] takeing [sic] all the Children with her, for a ride, [pg 30a] 1891_ 6mo21st Mertons [sic] Birth-day [sic] eight years old, First day of the week, Levi Mary & Carrie went to meeting, But few there most all gone to Yearly-meeting, Mary Ann gave them a good sermon, from the Text,, _ “ They that hunger and �thirst after Rightesness [sic] shall be saved” Carrie cleaning out the little parlor. Rachel came up for her Mother to go down & spend three or four days with her. ____ 23rd John Williams gone to a funeral Daniel Youngs [sic], Lydia came this far with him, helped Carrie a little, 25th Levi went to meeting found some friends there from the States going to have a meeting here tomor-row, at half past three. ____ [pg 30b] 1891 6mo 28, Mary Mullett & Ellen Fox came here from Belleville, stoped [sic] all night with us, also Mary Levens, took dinner with u s, ____ 29th Our folks gone to the Sand-Banks Four friends called on us from the States, _ Barckley Straton & wife, Elizabeth Rusel, & her Nephew Robert Rusel. Elizabeth had a few words of encourage­ ment for m e. ____ 7mo 1st Dominon [sic] day raining most all the day. _ Libbie went home for the Hollow days [sic] wrote too [sic] Sophia & Annie, __ 3rd Seventy years ago to day [sic] my father And mother landed in Quebec with eleven children after a passage of seven weeks, also Joseph Sivetman and his family in the 1821, _ A bright sunny day. _ Deborah Bowerman �[pg 31a] 1891 7mo 3rd Went up to see Lydia spent two days with her, _ 4th A very heavy thunder shower, hail stones an inch round, _ Stanley & Rachel up in the evening for potatoes, mailed a letter for Uncle Arthur. 4th With Lydia, Mary Levens and her Sister May with her, __ 5th First day John & Lydia went to our meeting, Levi & Mary came to J Williams for dinner, Carrie & her two boys, went to dinner with E Varney I came home found a cold house, 6th Cold weather a fire in the Stove Brick under my feet, quite unwell myself,____ [pg 31b] 9th Levi & Mary went to meeting left Carrie up with Lydia to help her about moveing [sic] some things. Thomas Robinson to be buried tomorrow Cold weather y et. ____ 12th Went to meeting were [sic] I had not been for three or four years, A friend from the States there, gave us an excellent sermon, on the subject of prayer & faith, after meeting sent to J Williams & got our supper, also Silvanus [Outwaters?] & his wife 14th Our Rachel here drove herself up �the little girl comeing [sic] with her. 15th Archebald Crosbie & his Sister here for dinner, Attended our Monthly meeting his sister Isabela Henderson, from Norich,__ [pg 32a] 1891 7mo 16, Young potatoes for dinner the first tim e __ _17 Carrie & Lydia went on the market with Butter Eggs & hog-fat 1l ct a pound a wet day, got very wet, _ Nettie Cronk went home, Carrie takeing [sic] her to the Station,____ 19 First day Carrie & the Children went to meeting _ after down to see Rachel _ In the evening Jane Cronk, Lena & James Sivetman made us a call in the evening. 20th A cold morning, glad to put on on [sic] my winter dress again, & get round the stove, warmer in the afternoon,____ 21st Cold morning again a winter dress comfortable again. ____ [pg 32b] 1891 7mo 22nd Another cold morning fire feels good, ____ 21st Sarah Why cot & her daughter here for a visit had not seen her before in seven years, had to be lifted in & out of the buggye [sic], walk with Crutches, made my apron �for or in part, seventy seven years old. 24th Lydia here geting [sic] her jacket made by Nettie Cronk, stoped [sic] all night with us, & the next day fixed my dress for me, spent some time up stairs with her mother reading over some memorandiums [sic] about Edith, made by her Grandmother, during her last sickness [pg 33a] 1891 7mo 23 rd, Lydia came home from meeting with them, We had five Night blooming [Cereses?] out in blosom [sic] no stranger into [sic] see them _ Nettie sewing yet. leavs [sic] to day [sic] or tomorrow.____ 25th Mattie Richardson came for a visit also her little boy gone up to see Lydia, _ Mary & the Children gone up to Wellington to take Nettie Cronk home, _ 26, Lydia & Mattie went to Nathaniel Sivetmans.____ 27th _ Daniel Mullett & wife called on us. _ Mattie started for home, Mary takeing [sic] her to Picton. 30th Lydia down here helping Carrie Mary down with Rachel, Sallie Mallory here for a visit ____ [pg 33b] 1891,7mo 30th Mary down with �Rachel picking berries, Levi and Merton gone also. ____ 3 1_ A very cold day for the time of the year glad to sit round the Stove, & a brick under my feet boiling up the berries that Mary got gmo jst Levj gQne down to help Stanley raining again __ three barns burnt day before yesterday with lightening. A very cold day glad to get round the stove to warm my hands, Mattie went hom e ____ _2nd First day Levi & Mary went to meeting _ Lydia went to stop a few days with Rachel, Levi & Mary went down to see Stephen Hubbs [pg 34a] 1891 [8mo ?] Consider Haight died in the year 1838, Aged 36 years, Lydia was three months old the day her father was buried. _ Was buried the seventh in Adolphustown [sic]. ____ _8th Mary went on to the Market with butter Eggs, & fowel [sic], butter 18cts Eggs 13cts a dozen fowels [sic] or rather Chicken 55cts a pair, _ Lydia down here with her Mother. _ 9th First day Levi went to meeting alone one little boy. _ Carrie down with Rachel. ____ 10 & 11th Very hot weather, quick silver �up to 84 in my room so warm could not do any thing [sic], _ 13th Prepartive [sic] meeting not one man there, a sad job our meeting going down s o ____ [pg 34b] 1891 [date and first line cut off?] And than to Stanleys. Myself feeling quite unwell. 20th Mary just gust [sic] got home from Rachels [sic], been gone five days. Levi gone too [sic] Kingston looking after the butter makeing [sic], poor man I hope he will not miss it [?] leavs [sic] his family in a very unpleasant situation. _ Monthly meeting to day [sic] at Wellington no person gone from here. ____ 23 First day a wet day Levi and Mary went to meeting, in the evening went down to Stanleys, Levi stoped [sic] all night. ____ 25th Thirty eight years ago to day [sic] Levi & Mary married, this day cold glad to put on an extra shawl, and a brick under my feet. ____ [pg 35a] 1891 8/28th A very heavy wind rather cold, Amey Lear here came over a foot, Levi takes her home to night [sic], _ 29 Seventh day of the week, Mary down with Rachel, her baby born about ten in the morning, _ Merton got kicked in his face by one of Shannons [sic] colts, _ Heard that Sallie Mallory �was buried on the 27th also that Elizabeth Comstock was dead, died a few weeks ago, ____ 30th First day _ Mary Levens & her sister Lydia called here, also Mary Jane Bowerman & Sarah Ann Derbeyshire Eliza Varney & Willie Richardson took tea with us, Lydia getting supper Carrie gone down to see Rachel. ____ 27 of 8th month Sallie Mallory buried. [pg 35b] 1891 9mo 4th Lydia And Ella Williams down for a visit, Lent Ella the Diary men daughter.____ 6th Lydia And Merton & Thomas gone down to see Rachel. ____ 5th Carrie & Lydia gone on the Market then back to see Rachel, Mary came home with them . ____ 9 I went up to spend the day with Lydia while the folks went to the Picton show 10th Frederick Richardson & Hannah here for dinner also Stephen & Lydia John Williams & Lydia, _ Levi Mary & Carrie going up there to spend the evening. [pg 36a] 1891 9mo 11th Mary gone back to Stanelys again, will be very glad when Rachel gets w ell. ____ [2?] _ Aunt Rachel came here, [3?] _ Daniel Mullett & Deb called on us in �the afternoon, then Rachel Lydia & John Williams went down to Stanleys, then back to stop all night, next day I went up there to spend the day, with Rachel _ [5?] Rachel came back here, Walter comeing [sic] for her in the evening.____ [?] 3rdWarm weather yet Mary Levens & Mary here for a visit. 20th Carrie Lydia & the Children went down to the Sematry [sic] Levi and Mother at at [sic] home, did not get home till dark. [pg 36b] 1891 9mo 29th And 30th, Quite a change in the weather not very pleasant for Old people, no Stove in their room, _ Lydia went up to Wellington for her Carpet, got very cold, next day came down here & spent a few hours with her Mother. 10mo 3rd Elizabeth came up, left for home again on the 5th _ the sixth was her wedding day 45 years ago, ____ 6th Uncle Arthur came on his way way [sic] from Quarterly meeting at Leeds, stoped [sic] all night with [Aichelans Suthard?] 19th Arnold Haight & wife came here, took dinner with u s, ____ �[pg 37a] 1891 10/12 _ Uncle Arthur left here for home, _ Lydia came down to help Carrie, so as to let Mary stop with Rachel, ____ [?] 2mo Stanley & Rachel here stoped [sic] all night with us, _ Mary Ann Valentine sold all her things off _ going up to Pickering to live 27 Uncle Henry came here Sarah Foster bringing him here, _ Lydia also came down, & took dinner with us mo10 30th Coppied [sic] a verse for S A Derbeshire And Mary Jane Bowerman, [11/12?] Dominon [sic] day, Lydia here fixing of her little girl, send her home [pg 37b] 13th Stephen & Lydia called on us, also Walter & Mary. _ Our Mary went down to stop a few days with Rachel. 29th My Birth day [sic] 87 years old born in the year 1804, in England _ Nathaniel & Isabela Sivetman, happend [sic] in here, after meeting first day also our Lydia, Mary went down to Stanleys _ Nettie Cronk here sewing.____ �6th I went up to John Williams, to see Lydia spent two days with her 10_ Rachel came up to see us, to spend a few days, _ 16th Rachel went home, 18th Mary up helping J Williams clean a lot of flowels [sic] for Toronto market. [pg 38a] 12mo 23rd 1891 Levi took Libbie home, a wet day _ Mary took on the market, with two geese four turkeys & four fowels [sic] _ Lydia here looking after work & the Children myself feeling quite unwell.____ A new teacher comeing [sic] on after the Holadays [sic]. ____ 1892 first month first, so unwell cannot think of any thing. _ Stanley & Rachel here, the former on his way from Belleville ____ My eyesight & memory getting worse ____ 19th Levi & Mary went to Picton a very cold day quicksilver down to 24 below zero _ 22 Abigale Garret & Mary Elizabeth here for dinner went to J Williams, and stoped [sic] all night _ [pg 38b] 1892 l mo 23 _ Stanley & Rachel here 24 Walter & Mary Levens here first day heard that Joseph Baker in England was dead �26th Lydia [re?] helping Rahcel about [tucking?] up the babys [sic] cloths [sic] a very cold day, the Children not at school 26, Had my hair cut did not seem like the right time for Mary, 27, Got word that Elizabeth was sick, Levi & Mary gone down Stanley & Rachel gone over to see Mary Levens, for a visit. _ [pg 39a] 1892 2mo 2nd A rough day Our folks gone down to look at the Creamy [sic] _ Stanley & Rachel here y et. ____ [?] 131st First day A fine day none of our folks at meeting, Levi & Mary got home in the evening, left Elizabeth quite unwell, 2/5 Silvanus Outwaters here for dinner & Ephafram Robinson also from Leeds, _6 Our quarterly meeting began, Thomas Robinson & wife here stayed all night with us. _ 3mo 24_ Carries birth day [sic] _ 37 years old, Levi walked to meeting _ 25th Robert Cadman here for a call up for wheat at [Labon?] Williams [pg 39b] �26 A fine day the Children gone up to J Williams.____ 27 First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting in the buggy _ very bad roads, John Williams & Lydia down here for dinner, made a mistake & did not have the goose 4mo 3 Lydia got her dinner with us Levi & Mary gone over to see Mary Levens little boy quite sick, Lydia set up her stocking 4/4 1892 ____ [pg 40a] 1892,4mo 10th____ Walter & Mary Levens here for a visit _11th Second day washing two weeks w ash ____ 12 _ Lydia all day, _ Libbie Vincent here in the afternoon. 13_ Deborah Dans wife from Belleville also Maud & Mary Levens for a call Carrie gone to Picton with Levi. _ 22 Rachel Gone home, been here the last w eek __ [pg 40b] 1892 4mo 23rd Levi sawing wood with his mitts on all day, very cold. �24 first day Levi & Carrie went to meeting only two men there Carrie went up to John Williams, after dinner. 60 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 32 years old down to Picton with Rachel, Ella Williams here sewing for Carrie 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 54 years old All of us up to John Williams to spend the day a fine day, Ella Wiliams there also, Oh what writeing [sic] do not think I will try [cut off!! any more, right seems to ? all?] [pg 41a] 1892 5mo 15th Rachel Sills came up for a visit, _ Came to our place the 18th _ next day up to John Williams, with Mother, the eighteenth 24th Henry Mullett came here from the States, stoped [sic] with us five days, then went on to Belleville to W Henry Mulletts 21st of 5mo Elizabeth Cadman came up, gone over to see Mary Levens to day [sic] with Mary Bowerman, this 29th of this month. Yester day [sic] last evening Lydia called me out to see a rain-bow [sic], most likely the last I shall ever see. 6/2nd Elizabeth started for home yes­ terday, went as far as Picton stoped [sic] all �[pg 41b] 1892 6/2 _ night with Stephen & Lydia, went to the Sematry [sic] with Mary & Rachel. ____ 4th Still at John Williams Mary Jones & [Aize?] Willse here to see Mother, gone up to see Hillier to attend the quarterly meeting, 5th Quarterly meeting at Hillier our folks all gone, I am still with Lydia. Got a bit of Aspargrass [sic] for dinner that Eliza Varney sent me, _ so cold I want a brick under my feet, ____ 8th Mary gone down to stop with Rachel a few days, sush [sic] cold weather I have a brick under my feet. _ [pg 42a] 1892 6mo 10th Our Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] her Mother & Carries two little boys with And Carrie _ Carrie getting the childrens [sic] pictures taken, _ So cold to day [sic] glad to put on another shawl And a brick under my feet. A woman papering the kitchen for Lydia _ My head feeling very light, not much to be wonderd [sic] at, _now most 88 years, _ John Williams brought me in a sprig of the Bay berie [sic] tree, A beautiful bright day. going out to take my [bitters?], and get my lunch, _ expect to go home on first day the 12th of this month. 1 2 th �Came away from John Williams Frank Waring died last w eek __ berried [sic] last seventh day the 10th 16 _ Carrie started for Yearly meeting Amey Leer here for dinner. Rachel gone to Picton with Lydia.) [pg 42b] 1892 6mo 23 Lydia down here, als [sic] three friends from the States, Samuel Moon and his wife, als [sic], Rachel Price, who gave us some good advise. _ 26_ Libbie here with her husband took tea with us, the three friends at our meeting, John Williams and Lydia was there also, Levi & Mary also leaveing [sic] me at home with the children Carrie not got home y et. ____ 23rd Rachel Price & Samuel Moon & his wife was [sic] here, gave me a nice little bit of good advise. _ [pg 43a] 20_ Eliza Clark, and Alace Gregory here, the farmer from England, _ Laura Phelps bringing them here for a call took tea with us. [?]mo 1st Dominion day Eliza Maria Phelphs And Abby Ellsworth here, also Thomas Clark, _28th George Grubb here an Irish Friend, a minister. _ Robert Taylor brought him here, gave us a good sermon. �5th My father & Mother landed in Quebec 70, years ago to day [sic] with eleven children Also Josephs Silvetmans family Mary up to John Williams makeing [sic] soap, Rachel here again, ____ [?]th Rachel gone home, & down to see Elizabeth, _ I am going up to stop a few days with Lydia _ [pg 43b] 1892_ 7mo 15th Still up with Lydia very hot weather, John Williams came home last evening _ not feeling much better, complaining of his head a good deal, myself copping [sic] a peice [sic] of poetary [sic] for Phebe Jane Levens. _ Lydia fixing my old dress, __ Levi hived a swarm of bees. _ Mary at Lredericksburg yet. A heavy thunder shower about five oclock [sic] in the afternoon. _18 Our folks got home from Napanee & Lredericksburgh. _ Rachel comeing [sic] with them, 22 A very heavy thunder shower, killed a horse a short ways from our house writeing [sic] to Uncle James, _ mail it the 25th 1892 [pg 44a] 1892 7mo 29th Mary Waring came down t omake us a visit went over to Nathaniels after meeting Mary takeing [sic] of her �8mo 2nd Gone up to see Lydia Mary Bowerman cutting my toe nailes [sic] not at all ready to do it, Mary & Carrie up to John Williams picking berries picked most a hun-dred boxes, Mary Waring stoping [sic] with me, _ Levi helping George Hubbs, _ 4 Mary waring went home, _ 12th Columbus Clothier & Katie came 14 Went up to John Williams to tea went to meeting in the morning _ [pg 44b] 1892 8mo 28th____ Lydia here looking over some old papers __ 20th Columbus & Katie left here for Bellville, And so back to [Hauntingdon?] Went down to see Uncle Benjamin 30th Carrie up to J Williams picking berries.____ [envelope] [loose piece paper 1] Life! we have been long togather; Through pleasant & Cloudy weather, Tis hard to part, when friends are dear Perhaps, twill cost a sigh, a tear; Then steal away, give little warming, Choose thine own time, Say not, good-night, But in some brighter clime, �Bid me good morning. Vincent Bowerman [loose paper 2] My Grandfather Bowerman Died at Bloomfield On the 6th of 2nd month 1885 Aged 93 years & 8 months Found a Memorandum of Grandfathers this morning, which I coppie for Carrie,____ “ l mo 24th 1882 Is the 32nd year me and my wife was [sic] married 32 years ago this day we were married, in the Friends Meeting-house in Bloomfield.” Deborah Bowerman Aged 80 The above was written without Spectacls [sic] Vincent Bowerman Died at Bloomfield On the sixth of 2mo 1885 [pg 45a] [blank] [pg 45b] Deborah Bowerman died near Bloomfield Tenth month 24th 1892 aged 87 years and 11 months �[pg 46a] [blank] [pg 46b] For Those Grown Old By Wilhelmina Stitch I pray you be not angry, hard or cold With those grown old Two things there be that torture me (How shall such pain in rhyming lines be [told)?] The sound of children crying bitterly, And words like spears, hurled at the [maimed?] old. They are so tired; no longer are they girls with youths brave armour warding off Life’s blows, They are defenceless; very swiftly hurt; One sharp word hurled, and lo? the hearts blood flows. They are so very tired; one never knows When they may slip into the arms of Death And sob like children lost and found again And with this hurt, tear-laden breath Till Death, the friend, how they’ve escaped from pain. [pg 47a] Oh, sin indeed to make the old weary of life; They who have had their share of misery & strife Oh, wrap your tenderness about them like a shawl To comfort them and keep them from the cold And let your love build up so high a wall _ The spears of life find not the [maimed? unarmed?] old Copied by Carrie E. Williams July 1928 [pg 47b] [blank] �[pg 48a] [blank] [pg 48b] [Newspaper Clippings] LIVING BY THE DAY “I COMPARE,” says John Newton, “the troubles which we have to undergo in the course of the year to a great bun­ dle of fagots, far too large for us to lift. But God does not require us to carry the whole at once. He mercifully unties the bundle, and gives us first one stick, which we are to carry today, and then another which we are to carry to-morrow, and so on. This we might easily manage if we would only take the burden appointed for us each day; but we choose to increase our troubles by carrying yesterday’s stick over again to-day, and adding tomorrow’s burden to our load before we are required to bear it.” PATIENT WITH THE LIVING Sweet friend, when thou and I are gone Beyond earth’s weary labor, When small shall be our need of grace From comrade or from neighbour, Passed all the strife, the toil, the care, And done with all the sighing, What tender truth shall we have gained, Alas ! by simply dying? Then lips to chary of their praise Will tell our merits ever, And eyes too swift our faults to see Shall no defect discover Then hands that would not lift a stone Where stones were thick to cumber One steep hill, path, will scatter flowers �Above our pillowed slumber. Sweet friend, perchance both thou and I, Ere love is past forgiving, Should take the earnest lesson homeBe patient with the living ! To-day’s repressed rebuke may save Our blinding tears to-morrow Then patience-e’en when keenest edge May what a nameless sorrow Tis easy to be gentle when Death’s silence shames our clamour, And easy to discern the best Through memory’s mystic glamour; But wise it were for thee and me Ere love [is?] past forgiving To take the tender lesson to beBe patient with the living! THE MEDICINE OF SUNSHINE - The world wants more sunshine in its dispo­ sition, in its business, in its charities, in its theology. For ten thousands of the aches and pains and irritations of men and women we commend sunshine. It soothes better than morphine; it stimulates better than champagne; it is the best plaster for a wound. The Good Samaritan poured out into the fallen traveller’s gash more of this than of wine, and oil. Florence Nightingale used it on Crimean battle fields. Take it into all, the alleys, on board all the ships, by all the sick-beds, -not a phial full but a soul full. It is good for spleen, for liver complaint, for neuralgia, for rheumatism, for falling fortunes, for melancholy. We suspect that heaven itself is only more sunshine. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deborah Bowerman Diary Collection Subject The topic of the resource 19th Century Rural Ontario Diaries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Deborah Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1874-1892 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario Table Of Contents A list of subunits of the resource. Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1874-1882 Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1887-1892 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Deborah Bowerman Diary, 1887-1892 Date Created Date of creation of the resource. May 7, 1887 Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. Deborah Bowerman Diary Collection Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Typed Transcription Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Deborah Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1887-1892 Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/158f7cb92682e3aa70dfeeebb56713fb.pdf 1e7e97baf480fbb257fc52e5d937064f PDF Text Text Deborah (Mullett) Haight Bowerman Diary #2,1887 -1892 This is the second Deborah Mullett Bowerman Diary dated 1887- 1892: It is held at the Prince Edward County Archives and has the accession number A2001.016.096a labelled Journal 2. Click here to see the first diary. Transcribed by Lydia Wytenbroek, history student at Trinity Western University, Langley, British Columbia and posted here with her permission. Pam Noxon, archivist at the PEC Archives, also grants permission for this posting. Thanks to Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey, Associate Professor at Trinity Western University, for her role in this effort. Copyright: © Lydia Wytenbroek and Randy Saylor, 2008 Notes 1. Many of the dates on the left hand sides of the pages were cut off. i.e. see page 3 -the entry before the 5th -the actual month is cut off. So for many of these (if I couldn’t figure out the month) I put “[?]mo, 6th” etc. Also on one page there was a line at the top cut off so I think I made a note to you in the diary with square brackets. I made a few notes for you in the diary in square brackets. 2. Whoever numbered these pages, numbered them differently. Every two pages only has one number (i.e one of your photocopied pages has one number, but there are two pages of her diary to each photocopied sheet)/ So I put an “a” and a “b” after the page numbers, but there was no a or b in the actual numbering. 3. There were more words I couldn’t figure out in this one. Her writing was worse by the end and harder to read. These certain flowers she’s always talking about looks like its spelt “cerus” - I ’m wondering if she means cherries! (at first I thought she meant crocuses or something). See what you think. 4 .1 tried to put in a [sic] when she missed her apostrophe... 5. On one of the pages there was an envelope and then the next few pages were not pages from her diary just loose leaf papers. So I typed them up. Were they what was in the envelope? [Page la] [blank] [Page lb] �Diary of Deborah Mullett Bowerman written in and near Bloomfield 1887-1892 [pg 2a] [blank] [pg 2b] 1887 5mo7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 49, At home bakeing [sic] & churning, Mary on the Market with the Butter & Eggs, [Fowels?] 60 cents a pair then went too Carries [sic], The above written by my Mother most 83, writeing [sic] without glasses. ____ _18thSallie [Ellicotts?] daughter married to a young man by the name of Thomas of Baltimore, _19 Our monthly meeting, E Varney got home, Discovered buds on the Night, Blooming [Cerus?],_ Mary Jane Williams here to see Rachel, Willie got here from Hamilton,____ _21st Vincent Bowerman’s birth day [sic], would have been 95 years Old. [pg 3a] [88?]/5/23rd Jane Cronk called on us, Stephen & Lydia in the afternoon fixed my dress sleevs [sic] for me. 24th Lydia came home, Carrie went to John William’s, _ 26 Our quarterly meeting began, Levi �went to the boat to meet some of the friends, _ Sarah Wood from the States, Mary Jones, Johan Ward & [Aize?] Willsey, 27 Uncle Arthur here William Robnson & wife here also Levina [Merills], R Sills & Carrie,____ mo 2ndMaturah Bowerman here for a short visit, then went to Stephen Hubbs, 4th Annie Mullett & Katie Impey here. WmHenry & Judith here also, _ Alfred Mullett & his Sister, stoped [sic] one night with us _ 5th Nellie Fox here for dinner [pg 3b] _11th Mary Elizabeth & Merton went over to see Mary Levens, _ _12 E Cad man went to the fast friends meeting, in the morning, then started for home, going to Picton over night, ____ Stanley & Rachel went to the Sematry [sic] _13th Jane Cronk & Lena called in the evening to pay for some butter & Molasses,____ Found our first Night blooming [Cerus?] in [blossing?], which had been 24 days in comeing [sic] out, the largest one we have had at all measuring ten inches across, ____ _2oth The second blossom came out as large as the first No person in to see it but ourselves, Henry Hubbs in the morning, _27th The third blossom came out several came in to see it, Johnson Brewer spent the day with u s, ____ �[pg 4a] 1887 6mo 28th Stanley & Rachel gone out on a fishing partey [sic]. 6/24 Discoverd [sic] some more buds on the Night blooming [Cerus?], ____ [7? I think this is the last number of the year? but it got cut off when photocopied...] 7mo l stDominon [sic] day, took Levi over to the little lot, then we went on to S Hubbs, where I had not been for seven years, neither on the road since last summer 2nd A very hot day, Mary very buisy [sic] in the kitchen 3rd Sixty six years ago to day [sic] my Grandfather & Grandmother Mullett landed in Quebeck [sic] with eleven Children, six sons & five daughters in the year 1821. Levi & Mary gone down to Carries [sic] this afternoon. _ Brought Lydia back, & left Mary there for one w eek, ____ [pg 4b] 1887 7mo25th Edith died 15 years ago to day [sic], Deborah Sills here sewing for Mary, Edwin Williams unwell with a Sun-stroke, Mary down there after buries [sic], did not get home till ten oclock [sic], all alone with Merton. 8mo 20thLevi & Mary went to Belleville with the horse & Buggy, [Anthoey?] Haight & his Nephew Henry Niles called in. _21st First day a dark cloudy day, Sarah Foster & Walter called on me. _30 George Browning the Butter maker cam [sic] �here, talk of putting up a Creemer [sic] in Picton.____ 9mo / 2 & 3rd Mary Richie here plealing [sic] pares [sic] for M ary. ____ _4th Levi & Mary down to Carries [sic]. [pg 5a] 1887 9mo [3rd or 5th? it’s cut off] Stanley Rachel & Lydia gone to Belleville takeing [sic] Merton with them, very much against our wishes, I hope nothing will happen to him before he gets back, A beautiful day, Mary washing Very, very lonesome day without our little boy. And Rachel gone also, ____ Returned the 7th all right & well, 8th Carrie and her Motherinlaw [sic] started for [Kinden?] Carrie to see Mary Elizabeth Garrett the latter to see her Sister, 20, Our travelers returned from [Kinden?] all well & found all well at home,____ mo 14th Frank & Mary Wareing came down for a visit. Left for home on the 2 0 , ____ 21st Nelson & Rachel called on us, on [on?] their way from Huntingdon, took [R: perhaps a word is cut off here?] with us, also there [sic] daughter Mary, [pg 5b] 9mo 19th Levi begun to dig the fundation [sic] for the buttry [sic] factory in Picton. ____ lOmo 19th Uncle John came down on the boat alone, to make us a visit for the last time most likely, spent three nights with us, Levi took him to the boat, �he was 85 years old born in 1802, lOmo 31st Grandfather Mullett died 22 years ago this evening Aged 97, years, 1lmo 29th My Birth day [sic] 83 years old, not a very pleasant day sitting alone most of the day, while the folks were putting up stoves & cleaning the pipes, mailed a letter to my brother James. _ [pg 6a] 1887 12mo 25th Christmas day, also first day, A goose roasted, Edwin & Carrie here & their boys, also Stanley & Rachel, 26th The above ones went to Samuel Yerwoods [sic], left the Children here Ryerson & Levi Sills, spent the afternoon with us, _ Mary down with Carrie. 28th Jane Cronk & Leana here for a visit, _ Some Cards received from Annie who is in England, also one from Rachel Sills. 1888, l mo 1st First day raining Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting Lydia Merton and myself all alone. ____ _8th Daniel & Deborah here for a evening visit also Walter & Mary, _ Stanley & Rachel & Carried here for dinner, _ Johnson Brewer came & stoped [sic] four days with us. _ [pg 6b] �12th of lmoth_ A letter from Jeramiah Lapp Abbie Ellsworth & E Cadman. _22 First day Quick silver 31 degrees below zero, _ 19th Rachel Sills here for a visit 2mo 4th Our Quarterly meeting a very good one, came & had a little meeting in our house one evening, _ Did not have much company, WmRobinson & wife Thomas Robinson & wife Chester Yerks & wife, & Justine Robinson from Leeds. _6th Vincent Bowerman died about one oclock [sic] in the day, buried on the 8th of 2nd month 1885, Aged 93 years, _19th Robert & Elizabeth Came up for a visit stoped [sic] two nights with us, 29th Uncle Benjamin & Maria came stoped [sic] three nights with us, had a very good visit with them , ____ * [R: there is a funny symbol here she makes that I’ve marked with an asterisk like I did on the other journals. In the other journals she used it to then continue writing about the same entry but in a later place. Anyway, here there is no other asterisk and I’m wondering if maybe the bottom of the page got cut off and so we don’t have that?] [pg 7a] 1888 3mo 4th Carrie & Rachel here for their dinner on there [sic] way to the Yerwood wedding.____ 10th Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth day [sic] 58 years old, does not seem posuble [sic] 11th Johnson Brewer passed away to his long home about five oclock [sic] in the morning, of a first day of the week �mo 22nd Aunt Hannah Mullett died, mo 2nd Moved into our new home again up in Bloomfield, Levi in Picton, 11th Jane & Lena here for an afternoons [sic] visit. ____ 9th Abbie Ellsworth here sewing for Lydia, here three weeks. ____ [pg 7b] 5mo 3rd Nancy Anderson Died at Lewis Levens [sic], aged 73. _ _6 Nelson & Rachel here also Walter & M ary, ____ _7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic], 50 years old. _24 The Queens [sic] Birth-day [sic] a fine day, WmValentine called on us looking very feeble, Mary Richie also called on us. Lydia & myself all alone, been so all the week, Mary down with Carrie, Levi in Picton makeing [sic] butter.____ 6mo 2nd Our quarterly meeting began, no strangers here only Sarah Wood from Laree, _ Elizabeth came up stoped [sic] with us through quarterly meeting then went to Napanee with Lydia to have her teeth drawn, William Henry brought Aunt Eliza down to see us once more, stoped [sic] two [pg 8] nights with us, in her 81 year, �1888 6mo 10th Rachels [sic] birth day [sic] 20 years old, took dinner with us also Stanley The first day of the week, the Hickete Yearly meeting, a great many folks here from the States. Caleb Gibson died, buried tomorrow in Picton. _ mo 2 Uncle James here for a visit, went to the Sand-banks haveing [sic] never been there, spent his birth-day [sic] with us, 80 years old. ____ 3rd My father & mother landed in Quebec with eleven children. Also Joseph Sivetman with his family. 22 Went down to Edwins & Stanleys [sic] stoped [sic] there one week, locking up the house, takeing [sic] the Cats Dog & fish. [pg 8b] This refers to Consider M. Haight’s [daughter? it’s cut off] 1888, 8mo5th Fifty years ago to day [sic], my father died, on first day evening about ten oclock [sic] in the evening Aged 38 years. _6th Margaret Jane Sivetman died Aged, nine Night blooming [Cereas?] blossemd [sic], _ a number of people into [sic] see them. _19 First day, Fevi Mary & Merton gone up to call on Eliza Varney, leaveing [sic] me alone not very pleasant, got a beautifull [sic] bunch of flowers sent me from the Cematry [sic]. 24, Uncle Arthur & Aunt Jane came down for a visit, stoped [soc] three nights �with us. _26th Willie Mullett wife here with her babie [sic], also Abie Ellsworth called on us, [pg 9a] 1888 9mo 1st Elizabeth Cadman came up for a visit on the Cars from Picton, stoped [sic] with us till the fifth, went down to see Carrie & Rachel, also Mary Levens. __ The third Rachel Sills came up & spent two days with us, _ The fifth of the month Anne Mullett & Nellie Fox came here spent two days with u s. ____ [?]mo 8th Uncle Henry came here on his way to the States, _ left on the 17th for Nelsons,____ 18th Debie Brown buried at Hillier. 21_ Levi & Mary gone down to see Amey Leer. _ [?] mo 21st Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 53 years old, a dark gloomy day, Lydia & myself here alone, Levi & Mary down to Carries [sic]. _ [pg 9b] 1l mo 22nd Very cold quick-silver down to ten, Mary Richie called on us, 1888, 29th of 1l moMy birth day [sic] 84 years, old A roast goose for dinner Plumb pudding & a very nice lemmon-pie [sic], got up by Carrie_ Edwin & Carrie & the Children here, Stanley & Rachel, _ Walter Levens and �wife and son, & Eliza Varney, besides our own family. _ a fine winters [sic] day _ A letter from Belleville & a small Birth day [sic] Card from Cousin Mary. _ 12m° 2nd _ First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting, Lydia down to Carries [sic], _ _25th Christmas day, Lydia & myself here all alone, not a very pleasant day, hope it may be better next time Mary Richie sitting with us part of the time. _27th Cards from England from Sophia [pg 10a] 1888 12/28th Lydia got her pictures from the little boy Eaton _ Grandmother Mullett died 43 years ago to day [sic], Aged 72, _ [?] _ Lydia down to Carries [sic], Mary Richard’s [sic] called on u s. __ [1 presumably, but cut off?] mo 1st 1889 New years day Lydia at Edds Mary home, Lewis Levens called in for the first time [?]th A very heavy wind from the South such a on [sic] that had not been known for years, unroofing houses & blowing down trees & fences, but the worst of all killing my Grandson by the falling of the barn-door on his head, _ living but three or four hours after, _ [R: “Edwin Williams” is written up the side of the page here so I don’t know which line it should go on. I guess that was her grandson?] [?]mo 24th Our wedding day 38 years ago. Taken with a very bad Direah [sic] in bed five days, _ �[pg 10b] 1889 2mo 1st Our Quarterly began not very large but good, No strangers not many friends called on us, knowing our situation Justice Robinson took dinner with us one day, _ Carrie was with us and her three little fatherless boys. _ _6th Three years ago To day [sic] Vincent Bowerman Died aged 93 years. Susan Dorland died about seven in the evening Aged 78, 1889 3m° 2nd My Brother John died aged 86 years buried in Bloomfield, by the side of Aunt Bathsheba,____ _3rd I was taken sick & kept my bed for six weeks, with a bad cold, _ Elizabeth & Rachel up to see m e, ____ 4mo 11 Mary Waring came down for a visit went back into Huntingdon,____ [pg 11a] 1889 4mo 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 57 years old. Spent the day over to the Lott all alone, makeing [sic] his family feel very uneasy. _ 5mol_ In the year 1819, My sister Mary carried our Queen Victoria about the room, at the George Inn (Hotel) in [Llminster?] Somersetshire Old England. _ DB Aged 84 years, 7 Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 50, born in 1838, �Not much of a Hollowday [sic], washing Annie Mullett came from Belleville, Lewis Levens [sic] birth day [sic] yesterday _24 Amis Weaver here for a visit _ no other person, rather lonely, hope it will be better before long ____ [pg lib ] _29 Carrie makeing [sic] tea cake _ Lydia picking up in the Cellar, A very cold day for the time of the year ^ m o j st Our quarterly meeting Uncle James & Uncle Arthur down, no strangers here, but they had a good meeting, & an excellent sermon from Eliza Varney. _ Samuel & Jane Bonestill here. 6_9 First day a wet day, none of our family at meeting, no person called on us but Mary Richards, _ the last first day we spend in Bloomfield, _10 Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] 21, years old, Thought we were going to have a good visit with her, but had none, we moved over to the [left?] Lot, It does not seem much like home, hope it will better [pg 12a] 1889 6/10 _ after we have been here longer Its [sic] not a very pleasant feeling for an Old person 84 years old to be move-ing I did not think it would have [affected?] my mind so much, been thinking about it ever since four �oclock [sic] this morning.____ 21st Merons [sic] Birth day [sic] 6 years old, out in a boat with Grandfather Williams & caught a small fish, _ Stanley & Rachel up in the evening after nine oclock [sic] [most likely 27. cut off] Mary Richards came home from meeting with them spent two days with us, _ 28th William & Mary Ann came over to see us, _ 29 Our folks went to the Sand Banks 30_ Levi & Mary went to meeting, & then over to Levens for their dinner. _ [pg 12b] 1889,7mo 3rd Sixty eight years ago this morning, My father & mother Landed in Quebec with eleven Children 6 sons & five daughters, _ Also Jospeh Sivetman & his family. Mary & Carrie gone to Picton & then on to Stanleys & Rachels [sic].____ _7th Rachel Sills came here for a visit, left on the 10th _ Little Daniel Dye here stoped [sic] one night with us. _ _13th Elizabeth Cadman came up for a visit, went home on the 15, First day evening spent in singing hyms [sic] with Lydia. ____ _25_ Seventen [sic] years to day [sic] Edith died about three in the morning. _ _27th Carrie Lydia & the two boys went down to see Rachel, stoped [sic] one night with her, Aunt Amey here for a visit �[pg 13a] 1889 8mo 1st Consider Haight died 51 years ago the 5th of this month, at Fredericksburg, _ Lydia being three months old the day he [sic] was buried Code [sic] weather a fire in Stove, 10 Stanley & Rachel went down to the thousand Islands, returned on the 12th Lydia kept house for them . ____ 16 Walter Levens & Levi Sills called on us in the evening, sent Rachel a bundle of letters. 20th Isabela Peterson here stoped [sic] all night with us, Mary took her back to Bloomfield this afternoon, _ [?]mo 4th Lydia went a fishing brought a fine black Bass enough for all our dinner.____ 15th pealing pares [sic] yet. [pg 13b] 1889 9mo [?] Benjamin & his grandaughter [sic] [Mimie?] came up for a visit stoped [sic] two nights with us, _13th Carrie started for Toronto, with several others _ [Mimie?] here serving for Lydia goes home tomorrow, Mary takeing [sic] her to the boat. ____ 15th Lydia gone to meeting also Levi, _ took dinner with Jane Cronk, Mary Richards came back with her, to spend a few days with us, Our Rachel and Stanley came up in the afternoon, _ �_23, Carrie came from Toronto, saw a great many sights brought the Children a watch cack [sic], ____ lOmo 23rd Mary Richards came here from Andrew Clarks, not very well, Stanley & Rachel here in the evening,__ [pg 14a] 1889 10mo 23rd Mary & Carrie gone too Bloomfield to paint the floar [sic], _ 27th Carries [sic] little boy Birth day [sic] five years old, Thomas, turkey for dinner, Stanley & Rachel came in, Gilbert Jones & wife called on us, Mary Richards here sick, first day no person went to meeting. Our meeting got very small only two men at meeting to day [sic], 1lmo 12 Levi and Mary brought [away?] the last board from Bloomfield, got here about seven oclock [sic], 14 Elizabeth came up for a visit, Eliza Varney brought her from the Sation [sic] went down to see Rachel, went home on the 18th, _ !7th Mary Levens & Lydia Sills here for a visit, _ [pg 14b] 1889 1l mo 20,th Marys [sic] Birth day [sic] 55 years not a very pleasant day, a girl here sewing for Lydia, Manley Yerwood here on bussiniss [sic] with Carrie, Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, a wet day. ____ �My Birth day [sic] 85 years, not a very pleasant day had three Ducks for dinner, Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, myself not very well, a girl here sewing, for Carrie.____ 12mo 8th Nathaniel & Isabela here for dinner Levi Mary Lydia & Merton went down to see Rachel. _ _9th Washing two weeks wash, myself fixing up an Old Sampler for Lydia marked in the year 1873,____ [pg 15a] 12/ 20th 1889 Carrie & Lydia went to Picton, had to borrow a lantern to get home, A very dark day & night 22nd First day a heavy wind, no one person went to meeting, raining _ 25th Christmas day Stanley & Rachel here for dinner, A large goose for dinner 26th Andrew Whycott died about ten in the morning.__ Aged 83 years. 28th Levi & Mary went to the funeral to the house over night. _ 1890, l mo 1st _ Walter & Mary Levens here for dinner, no sleiging [sic] raining hard most of the day. ____ [pg 15b] 1890 l mo 14th Lydia married to John Williams in Picton at the age of fifty one years, started for Whitby next morning �and so on to Toronto, was gone four weeks, had a nice time with her friends I hope it may prove a happy union for it has been a heavy trial for her [poor?] Old mother, now in her 86 year. ____ _2mo 13th Our Bride folks returned home to John Williams house, took dinner with us the next day. _ _17 Charles Gidion very low, died a few days after 3 mo 2nd Jane Cronk & Lena here for a short visit took tea with us. _7th Dr Nash called here to see Carrie Reuben Branscom & Sarah here for a visit ____ [pg 16a] 1890,3mo 9th Deborah Sills that was once, & Mary Levens here for a visit took dinner with us, no sleighing ____ _10, Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth-day [sic] sixty years old, Levi in the Swamph [sic] choping [sic], saw a robin for the first time, very early we think 8th Lydia came home & stoped [sic] all night with us, a great treet [sic], for the little boy, as well as for her poor old mother, who had lived with her over fifty years. ____ _24 Carries [sic] Birth day [sic], Aged 35 years _26 Samuel Yerwood died Aged 27 Lydia spent the day with us brought her ironing over with her. _ �mo 11th I.yclia came across the feilds [sic] and stoped [sic] all night with us, a grate [sic] treet [sic] [pg 16b] 1890 4mo 13th A most beautifull [sic] bright warm day, the first day of the week, Levi went to meeting alone Mary down with Rachel for a visit gone two nights, have not seen Lydia to day [sic] _ pretty lonesome for an Old woman, or rather her poor Old mother, who lived with her most 52 years. _22nd Rachel Sills up for a visit over with, Mary Levens, ____ Went to John Williams the 21st while she was here for dinner, also Nelson & Rachel Walter & Mary, Mary Bowerman & self _ the first time I have been on the road since I came here ten months ago. _ [pg 17a] 1890 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] fifty two years old, Spent the day with us & fixed my flannel dress. _ _14 How strange we should keep the wrong day for Lydias [sic] birth-day [sic] the sixth instead of the seventh. _ 21st Vincent Bowermans [sic] Birth-day [sic] would have been 99, Lydia spent the day with us, helping Mary & Carrie clearn out my room, or their front room �24th Stanley & Rachel here also Lydia Carrie & her two boys went home with them, stoping [sic] there till Second day the 26, [pg 17b] 1890, 5/25, First day no person went to meeting, Levi tired out, wet day all alone, _ _28_ John Williams & Lydia went to Belleville, returned on the first of 6mo 6mo 5thPrepartive meeting Mary & Lydia went, came back here & spent the day with us, a heavy thunder storm, Levi took her home in the evening. _10 Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] 22 years old expected to have spent a pleasant day with her, but other company comeing [sic] in, broke it all up, we are all liable to disappointments. _ Thomas Stinson & his two daughters came in. also John Williams [sic] Sister & daughter [pg 18a] 1890 6mo 14th Mary on the Market with potatoes & eggs, 11 & 12 cts a dozen, potatoes seventy five cents a bag _ _15th First day _ Levi went meeting alone Rachel Sills here & Lydia also Isabela Peterson, I forgot John Williams. _ Mary Carrie & the Children took Rachel back to Levens in the evening. _ 6_22_ I went to stop with Lydia one week, _ Mary Levens little boy born, our Mary being with her, _ Carrie & Lydia �went for her, First day afternoon, _ 8th Fox & Mary Mullett came here, spent a week with u s, ____ 29_ First day two men friends from the States at our meeting, Benjamin Brown & Thomas Hogue, _ was at John Williams on the 26th, Gilbert Jones bringing them there, ____ [pg 18b] 7mo 1st Dominon [sic] day _ Mary Bowerman & Mary Mullett, gone up to see Lydia, Levi in Picton makeing [sic] butter. _ _2nd Mary Mullett here yet, Carrie has taken her to Andrew Haights to day [sic] Lydia going also, ____ 3_ Sixty nine years ago this morning we landed in Quebec father mother & eleven children, _ Also Joseph Sivetman with his family in the year 1821, _ _5th Mary Mullett left for horn [sic], going to Picton with M Bowerman on the Market _ then on to the Steem-boat [sic] Our Rachel here for a short visit. _ _6, Levi & Mary went to meeting, but few there, ____ Carrie & the children gone over to Levens for a ride, & to see how Mary is, _ [pg 19a] 1890 7mo 8th Carrie & Lydia gone to Picton, to get trimmings for a dress caught in a heavy thunder-shower. �9th A great change in the weather [Geeat?] coats wanted this morning And a fire in my stove, also a brick under my feet. ____ 17_ William Valentine died aged 84 years Buried the 19, at the Semetry [sic] at Picton, * 6_ Rachel Sills here to spend the day with her Mother, also Lydia, continued cold yet, a fire in my Stove, a brick under my feet, mufflers on my w rist, __ * The meeting held at the Methodist meeting house, James M [Lauling?] had a great Sermon for the inhabitants, _ [pg 19b] 1890 7mo20th First day our folks gone to Wellington, to attend a four oclock [sic] meeting appointed by James M Laughin.____ _21st James M Laughlin & two other friends took dinner & tea with us, then went on to Picton to have a meeting in the Methodist meeting-house, Levi takeing [sic] them down. ____ 23rd I was up to John Williams [sic] to spend the day to meet James M Laughlin & two women friends from the States, had quite a nice visit, _ 24_ Carrie up to J Williams [sic] picking berries, _ Stanley & Rachel here in the �afternoon, for a short time. [pg 20a] 1890 7mo 25th Eighteen years ago this morning about three oclock [sic] in the morning, Edith died Aged fifteen years, at the brick house back in the Concession.____ 26_ Lydia came down & stoped [sic] all night with us, & all first day, also John Williams took dinner with us, _ Stanley & Rachel here a little while in the afternoon, Rachel in a peck of trouble, on account of some person breaking into their house while they were at meeting, takeing [sic] away all her little trinkets. _ 22 Mary & Carrie up / John [Wille?] picking berries, [pg 20b] 1890 7mo 3 1st Carrie gone down to Stanleys [sic] with Flora Williams [that?] was once. ____ gm o Lydia Emaley [Harzard?] died about six in the morning, buried the 4th _ Flora Mullett here all night and starded [sic] for home, 8mo 1st __ _ Lydia & Mary & the Children went down to the Semetry [sic] to a [flareupt?] or a something else. Lydia lost her gold Spectacls [sic], so much for these [spreas?]. �[1838?] _ 8/5th Consider [Merritt?] Haight died 52 years ago about three oclock [sic] in the morning _ Fhorty [sic] six years old, Lydia was three months old the day her father was buried. Mary down to Stanleys [sic] picking berries, a very wet day a thunder shower [pg 21a] 1890, 8mo 7th 1838 Consider Haight buried, in Adolphus town, _ A very unpleasant day Mary & Carrie doing up berries.____ Carrie picking berries all day at L W 11th Quite cold fire in my room Levi with his overcoat on in the morning 12_ Went to Jane Cronks for dinner, Mary Lydia & John Williams, eleven of us sat down to [dine? din?] _ 20, _ Rachel came up to see us, went up for Lydia, so we had pretty good time, Levi went to Kingston, to sell butter, _ 16th The teacher came here to board, _21st Monthly meeting at Hillier, none of our folks there a wet day. ____ [pg 21b] 8mo 24 Consider here also Walter Levens, Mary Levens Lydia Sills & Li bey Dimond, _ Levi & Mary Went over to Stephen Hubbs, _ 126, Lydia & Ellen Williams down here �to spend the day. _ 28th Sanley [sic] sick sent up for Mary, but Carrie went, _ 30 A cold day fire in my room all glad to get under the blankets, a letter from [C?] M Collins. The teacher gone to see her sister. _ 9mo 7th First day a very warm day quicksilver up to 82, in my room Levi went to meeting alone, Stanly been very sick for the last week, John Williams & Lydia went down Stanley better ____ [pg 22a] 1890, 9mo 9th Rachel Sills [sic] Birth day [sic] 59 years old is it posabel [sic], And there yet, _ John Williams and Mary Richards took tea with us. 17, Elizabeth went home to day [sic], spent a week with us, Mary took her Picton took dinner with Levi at the Creamry [sic] also John Williams & Lydia, then down to see Cemetry [sic]. _ Mary Richards spent two days with us last week. 10 12th First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting, then down to see Rachel, I have been looking for Lydia, yesterday & to day [sic] up till three oclock [sic], then she came also John Willaims _ how little they know a mothers [sic] feelings, especialy [sic] after living with a child fifty two years, Patience it will all be over soon, _ �[pg 22b] 10mo 13th Carrie gone up to help Lydia about her Carpet, _ her three Boys with the Hooping-cough, _ Lydia lost her gold Spectacls [sic] on the Decoration-day in the Cematry [sic], got them again about six weeks after being picked up by an honest woman _14 Went up to see Lydia or rather to stay with her while J. Williams went a Duck shooting, a great job to get me off, but was glad I went poor Lydia I think she has got out of the frying-pan into the fire. _ 1lmo 2nd Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting then to Jane Cronks [sic] for dinner, John Williams & Lydia here for dinner John Garrett & wife called on us last week. [pg 23a] 1l mo 4th 1890, Would have been my fathers [sic] birth-day [sic] had he been living, _ Snow last night for the first __ A letter from Mary Mullett saw Uncle Henry at WmHenrys _8th Levi & Mary on the market with Fowels [sic] & Butter, 40ct for fowels [sic] a pair, butter 20ct a pound, _ * 9th First day a very wet day no person went to meeting, very unpleasant day very lonely, miss Lydias very much �* 8th Bought four & a half of flannel for my shimeys, seventeen pounds of sughar [sic].____ [pg 23b] 1890 1l mo 16th First day Levi & Carrie went too [sic] meeting, rather a lonesome day. 12th of this month Lena Robinson married to James Sivetman,__ 17_ Nelson & Rachel here for a visit, brought me a new apron & made it for me, brought me a nice bar of Sented [sic] soap. __ Our little boy Merton sick, better to day [sic]. ____ _20th of 1 l mo Marys [sic] Birth-day [sic], fifty five years old, Not a very pleasant day, Rachel up with Lydia, _ goes home the 22nd _ Levi & Carrie gone up to Monthly meeting at Wellington. 23_ John Williams [sic] & Lydia here for dinner, First day Levi & Mary went to meeting. _ [pg 24a] 24th 1890_ Carrie went up to help Lydia wash with her new machine 26 Sarah Foster & Walter here for dinner, ,29th of 1 l mo My Birth day [sic] 86 years old �Lydia & her husband here for dinner also Rachel & her husband, not feeling very well myself 1l mo 30th of 1l moFirst day dark & cloudy Levi & Carrie gone to meeting. _ Lewis Levens [sic] barn burnt down that evening.____ 12_ 1 st Jane Cronk here for a visit, had not seen her for some time, had a first rate visit with her. _ [pg 24b] 12mo 8th Nathaniel Sivetman and Isabel here for a call to see their Old Aunt once more, had not been here for a twelvemonth. _16th Went out in the kitchen & took my dinner with Carrie & her two children Thomas & John, Merton being up with Lydia, I had not been to the dinner table in eight weeks before, being on my bed complaining of great weekness [sic], or rather Old Age, being now in my 87 year. _ Mary up with Lydia, Levi at Picton,____ 26th Levi & Mary gone down to Stanleys to see Rachel not being very well, Carrie over to Hubbs last evening for a visit also the teacher, _ Sarah Kingston married, & starts for the West this morning a widdoer [sic] [with?] seven children. _ [pg 25a] �91 2mo28th Levi & Mary gone up to John Williams, as he is not well, I think its [sic] conclueded [sic] at last for Levi to go to Picton again this summer to make butter, & I do not know but what Mary is going with him, _ I wonder what they will do with the poor Old woman, it does seem as tho [sic] she outlived her usefullness [sic]. _ I have been complaining for the six weeks, not well yet. what a blessing to have your health.__ a Postal Card from Uncle Arthur this morning.____ Snowing fast a Card from Elizabeth. _ myself being in bed ten weeks to day [sic]. _ not able to do much of any thing y et. ____ [pg 25b] 1891 3mo8th Levi & Carrie gone to meeting, _ After dinner Levi & Mary went down to Stanleys. _ Mary stoping [sic] all night, Rachel not very well. _ 9th Raining Levi going down for Mary, Lydia down there yesterday myself far from well, Sent Mary Richards a letter yesterday, _ I doubt if I ever write her another _10th Elizabeth Cadmans [sic] Birth-day [sic]. Sixty one years old, it does not seem possable [sic], _ Lydia here this afternoon, _ Mary & Merton down with Rachel, ____ 15 �First day Walter & Mary Levens here also Lydia for dinner, brought the baby nine months old, a cold day [pg 26a] 91 3/ 19th _ Monthly meeting to day [sic] Mary stoped [sic] at John Williams [sic] after meeting. _ 24_ Carries [sic] Birth-day [sic] down to Stanleys [sic] with the two children myself with a very lame back 4mo 1st Lydia here for supper, had some sausage meet [sic] for supper [cut off?] Levi gone to Picton, with butter eggs [R: there is a thing in brackets here that says “J. F. Mullett was 52” but it’s someone else’s writing I think] 4mo 2nd John Fry Mullett Died aged 42, Sophia Mulletts [sic] husband in England 9th p repartive [sic] meeting Levi went alone, Amos Bowerman here for dinner. _ 9th Edith Birth-day [sic], 34 years old, _ a bright sunney [sic] day _ A letter from Sallie Ellicott with a photograph [pg 26b] 4m 11th First day Levi & Carrie went to meeting, brought Mary Ann Richardson back with them , __ 15th _ Stanley & Rachel here in the afternoon eating sugar, eat [sic] our last sausage-meet [sic], __ Resewed [sic] John Frys [H unaoral?] Card from England �20_ Lydia & Rachel here for dinner looking for a boy to work for them , ____ 21st Writeing [sic] to Mary Elizabeth Garrett, _ Our Mary killed the first flie [sic]. _ my sight failing fast _ scarsely [sic] read what I have wrote, ____ [pg 27a] 1891_ 4mo 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 59 years old _ A very cold day, plowing in [he] garden. Four months a go [sic] the 23rd of this month I came down stairs [sic], burnt a light every night since most, And had my breakfast in bed ever since. 28th Considers [sic] Birth day [sic] born in 1802, At Adolphus tow n ____ 30, Jane Cronk & Lena here for a call, also Lydia & her girl Mary cutting my toe-nails, made a great fuss about it [?]mo 3rd Walter & Mary Levens here Carrie Lydia & the Children went over to Stephen Hubbs, found them all gone. __ [pg 27b] 1891 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 53, years old, spent the afternoon at home with her Mother, the last one very likely _ As I am feeling �very far from well but will it not be a happy exchange, from all our trials, _ Edmond Richardson died the day before yesterday.____ 11_ Mary gone down to Stanleys [sic] he being sick _ Mary Richards going to the States, wanting to give her a book but our Mary refuseing [sic] to let her have it, makes me feel very uncomfortable But suppose I shall have to put up with it. 12 A fine day Stanley better Mary comeing [sic] home to night [sic] _ Sarah Foster & Walter gone up to Edmond Richardsons [sic] funeral [pg 28a] 1891 5mo 12th _ Mary Richards here stoped [sic] all night with us, going to Oregan [sic] starts tomorrow with her brother Edward, has a daughter living there, ____ 16_ Carrie Lydia went onto the Market with butter & Eggs got 16ct of butter & 12ctsfor eggs a dozen, let one basket of eggs out of the wagon breaking 8 dozen Lydia got herself a new dress, cloth for a new jacket, [looks like “ttr rung” possibly tire rung?] for the sleigh,____ 21st Vincent Bowermans [sic] Birth day [sic] would have been one hundred years old if he had lived, Born in seventeen hundred and ninety one 93 when he died at 13 Bloomfield in 1885, _ Levi & Mary at Hillier Monthly-meeting.____ �[pg 28b] 1891 5mo 22nd Elizabeth Cadman came up on the boat, 24 Henry Haight here for dinner the first day of the week Levi & Mary went too [sic] meeting. Elizabeth at John Williams.__ 25, Elizabeth here & Lydia also Rachel & Stanley,__ 26, The folks got me up to John Williams to spend the afternoon with Elizabeth,____ 28, Elizabeth going home, Carrie & two of the Children gone with her, Lydia takeing [sic] them down to Picton 30, Mary planting potatoes or rather helping Levi, ____ [pg 29a] 1891 5mo 31, _ My brother James came here with his son Edmond started for home again the next day, 6mo 2st Nelson & Rachel came she stoped [sic] one night with us. _ Carrie came home, after haveing [sic] a good visit 5th Mary Waring came here, stoped [sic] with us three days, through Quarterly meeting My brother Arthur came to attend the Quarterly meeting, also Stephen Robertson and wife. �9th Uncle Arthur going home, Mary takeing [sic] him to Picton, I am going up to spend the day with Lydia, Our Rachel is to be there, her Birth day, 23 years old. [pg 29b] 12th Well I went but did not find my little Granddaughter there, so I spent three days with Lydia _ Nathaniel Sivetman & his daughter came in while I was gone, for which I was sorry.____ 14 First day Levi & Carrie went to meet ing _ Levi & Mary went down to see Rachel in the afternoon, takeing [sic] the little boy with them __ Carrie gone out for a walk with the Children, _ We here [sic] that Samuel Naish is very unwell,____ 19 _ Carrie & Lydia went to Picton got me some letter paper, Lydia lost her veil, _ the second one within a few months. 20 Carrie gone again to day [sic] takeing [sic] all the Children with her, for a ride, [pg 30a] 1891_ 6mo21st Mertons [sic] Birth-day [sic] eight years old, First day of the week, Levi Mary & Carrie went to meeting, But few there most all gone to Yearly-meeting, Mary Ann gave them a good sermon, from the Text,, _ “ They that hunger and �thirst after Rightesness [sic] shall be saved” Carrie cleaning out the little parlor. Rachel came up for her Mother to go down & spend three or four days with her. ____ 23rd John Williams gone to a funeral Daniel Youngs [sic], Lydia came this far with him, helped Carrie a little, 25th Levi went to meeting found some friends there from the States going to have a meeting here tomor-row, at half past three. ____ [pg 30b] 1891 6mo 28, Mary Mullett & Ellen Fox came here from Belleville, stoped [sic] all night with us, also Mary Levens, took dinner with u s, ____ 29th Our folks gone to the Sand-Banks Four friends called on us from the States, _ Barckley Straton & wife, Elizabeth Rusel, & her Nephew Robert Rusel. Elizabeth had a few words of encourage­ ment for m e. ____ 7mo 1st Dominon [sic] day raining most all the day. _ Libbie went home for the Hollow days [sic] wrote too [sic] Sophia & Annie, __ 3rd Seventy years ago to day [sic] my father And mother landed in Quebec with eleven children after a passage of seven weeks, also Joseph Sivetman and his family in the 1821, _ A bright sunny day. _ Deborah Bowerman �[pg 31a] 1891 7mo 3rd Went up to see Lydia spent two days with her, _ 4th A very heavy thunder shower, hail stones an inch round, _ Stanley & Rachel up in the evening for potatoes, mailed a letter for Uncle Arthur. 4th With Lydia, Mary Levens and her Sister May with her, __ 5th First day John & Lydia went to our meeting, Levi & Mary came to J Williams for dinner, Carrie & her two boys, went to dinner with E Varney I came home found a cold house, 6th Cold weather a fire in the Stove Brick under my feet, quite unwell myself,____ [pg 31b] 9th Levi & Mary went to meeting left Carrie up with Lydia to help her about moveing [sic] some things. Thomas Robinson to be buried tomorrow Cold weather y et. ____ 12th Went to meeting were [sic] I had not been for three or four years, A friend from the States there, gave us an excellent sermon, on the subject of prayer & faith, after meeting sent to J Williams & got our supper, also Silvanus [Outwaters?] & his wife 14th Our Rachel here drove herself up �the little girl comeing [sic] with her. 15th Archebald Crosbie & his Sister here for dinner, Attended our Monthly meeting his sister Isabela Henderson, from Norich,__ [pg 32a] 1891 7mo 16, Young potatoes for dinner the first tim e __ _17 Carrie & Lydia went on the market with Butter Eggs & hog-fat 1l ct a pound a wet day, got very wet, _ Nettie Cronk went home, Carrie takeing [sic] her to the Station,____ 19 First day Carrie & the Children went to meeting _ after down to see Rachel _ In the evening Jane Cronk, Lena & James Sivetman made us a call in the evening. 20th A cold morning, glad to put on on [sic] my winter dress again, & get round the stove, warmer in the afternoon,____ 21st Cold morning again a winter dress comfortable again. ____ [pg 32b] 1891 7mo 22nd Another cold morning fire feels good, ____ 21st Sarah Why cot & her daughter here for a visit had not seen her before in seven years, had to be lifted in & out of the buggye [sic], walk with Crutches, made my apron �for or in part, seventy seven years old. 24th Lydia here geting [sic] her jacket made by Nettie Cronk, stoped [sic] all night with us, & the next day fixed my dress for me, spent some time up stairs with her mother reading over some memorandiums [sic] about Edith, made by her Grandmother, during her last sickness [pg 33a] 1891 7mo 23 rd, Lydia came home from meeting with them, We had five Night blooming [Cereses?] out in blosom [sic] no stranger into [sic] see them _ Nettie sewing yet. leavs [sic] to day [sic] or tomorrow.____ 25th Mattie Richardson came for a visit also her little boy gone up to see Lydia, _ Mary & the Children gone up to Wellington to take Nettie Cronk home, _ 26, Lydia & Mattie went to Nathaniel Sivetmans.____ 27th _ Daniel Mullett & wife called on us. _ Mattie started for home, Mary takeing [sic] her to Picton. 30th Lydia down here helping Carrie Mary down with Rachel, Sallie Mallory here for a visit ____ [pg 33b] 1891,7mo 30th Mary down with �Rachel picking berries, Levi and Merton gone also. ____ 3 1_ A very cold day for the time of the year glad to sit round the Stove, & a brick under my feet boiling up the berries that Mary got gmo jst Levj gQne down to help Stanley raining again __ three barns burnt day before yesterday with lightening. A very cold day glad to get round the stove to warm my hands, Mattie went hom e ____ _2nd First day Levi & Mary went to meeting _ Lydia went to stop a few days with Rachel, Levi & Mary went down to see Stephen Hubbs [pg 34a] 1891 [8mo ?] Consider Haight died in the year 1838, Aged 36 years, Lydia was three months old the day her father was buried. _ Was buried the seventh in Adolphustown [sic]. ____ _8th Mary went on to the Market with butter Eggs, & fowel [sic], butter 18cts Eggs 13cts a dozen fowels [sic] or rather Chicken 55cts a pair, _ Lydia down here with her Mother. _ 9th First day Levi went to meeting alone one little boy. _ Carrie down with Rachel. ____ 10 & 11th Very hot weather, quick silver �up to 84 in my room so warm could not do any thing [sic], _ 13th Prepartive [sic] meeting not one man there, a sad job our meeting going down s o ____ [pg 34b] 1891 [date and first line cut off?] And than to Stanleys. Myself feeling quite unwell. 20th Mary just gust [sic] got home from Rachels [sic], been gone five days. Levi gone too [sic] Kingston looking after the butter makeing [sic], poor man I hope he will not miss it [?] leavs [sic] his family in a very unpleasant situation. _ Monthly meeting to day [sic] at Wellington no person gone from here. ____ 23 First day a wet day Levi and Mary went to meeting, in the evening went down to Stanleys, Levi stoped [sic] all night. ____ 25th Thirty eight years ago to day [sic] Levi & Mary married, this day cold glad to put on an extra shawl, and a brick under my feet. ____ [pg 35a] 1891 8/28th A very heavy wind rather cold, Amey Lear here came over a foot, Levi takes her home to night [sic], _ 29 Seventh day of the week, Mary down with Rachel, her baby born about ten in the morning, _ Merton got kicked in his face by one of Shannons [sic] colts, _ Heard that Sallie Mallory �was buried on the 27th also that Elizabeth Comstock was dead, died a few weeks ago, ____ 30th First day _ Mary Levens & her sister Lydia called here, also Mary Jane Bowerman & Sarah Ann Derbeyshire Eliza Varney & Willie Richardson took tea with us, Lydia getting supper Carrie gone down to see Rachel. ____ 27 of 8th month Sallie Mallory buried. [pg 35b] 1891 9mo 4th Lydia And Ella Williams down for a visit, Lent Ella the Diary men daughter.____ 6th Lydia And Merton & Thomas gone down to see Rachel. ____ 5th Carrie & Lydia gone on the Market then back to see Rachel, Mary came home with them . ____ 9 I went up to spend the day with Lydia while the folks went to the Picton show 10th Frederick Richardson & Hannah here for dinner also Stephen & Lydia John Williams & Lydia, _ Levi Mary & Carrie going up there to spend the evening. [pg 36a] 1891 9mo 11th Mary gone back to Stanelys again, will be very glad when Rachel gets w ell. ____ [2?] _ Aunt Rachel came here, [3?] _ Daniel Mullett & Deb called on us in �the afternoon, then Rachel Lydia & John Williams went down to Stanleys, then back to stop all night, next day I went up there to spend the day, with Rachel _ [5?] Rachel came back here, Walter comeing [sic] for her in the evening.____ [?] 3rdWarm weather yet Mary Levens & Mary here for a visit. 20th Carrie Lydia & the Children went down to the Sematry [sic] Levi and Mother at at [sic] home, did not get home till dark. [pg 36b] 1891 9mo 29th And 30th, Quite a change in the weather not very pleasant for Old people, no Stove in their room, _ Lydia went up to Wellington for her Carpet, got very cold, next day came down here & spent a few hours with her Mother. 10mo 3rd Elizabeth came up, left for home again on the 5th _ the sixth was her wedding day 45 years ago, ____ 6th Uncle Arthur came on his way way [sic] from Quarterly meeting at Leeds, stoped [sic] all night with [Aichelans Suthard?] 19th Arnold Haight & wife came here, took dinner with u s, ____ �[pg 37a] 1891 10/12 _ Uncle Arthur left here for home, _ Lydia came down to help Carrie, so as to let Mary stop with Rachel, ____ [?] 2mo Stanley & Rachel here stoped [sic] all night with us, _ Mary Ann Valentine sold all her things off _ going up to Pickering to live 27 Uncle Henry came here Sarah Foster bringing him here, _ Lydia also came down, & took dinner with us mo10 30th Coppied [sic] a verse for S A Derbeshire And Mary Jane Bowerman, [11/12?] Dominon [sic] day, Lydia here fixing of her little girl, send her home [pg 37b] 13th Stephen & Lydia called on us, also Walter & Mary. _ Our Mary went down to stop a few days with Rachel. 29th My Birth day [sic] 87 years old born in the year 1804, in England _ Nathaniel & Isabela Sivetman, happend [sic] in here, after meeting first day also our Lydia, Mary went down to Stanleys _ Nettie Cronk here sewing.____ �6th I went up to John Williams, to see Lydia spent two days with her 10_ Rachel came up to see us, to spend a few days, _ 16th Rachel went home, 18th Mary up helping J Williams clean a lot of flowels [sic] for Toronto market. [pg 38a] 12mo 23rd 1891 Levi took Libbie home, a wet day _ Mary took on the market, with two geese four turkeys & four fowels [sic] _ Lydia here looking after work & the Children myself feeling quite unwell.____ A new teacher comeing [sic] on after the Holadays [sic]. ____ 1892 first month first, so unwell cannot think of any thing. _ Stanley & Rachel here, the former on his way from Belleville ____ My eyesight & memory getting worse ____ 19th Levi & Mary went to Picton a very cold day quicksilver down to 24 below zero _ 22 Abigale Garret & Mary Elizabeth here for dinner went to J Williams, and stoped [sic] all night _ [pg 38b] 1892 l mo 23 _ Stanley & Rachel here 24 Walter & Mary Levens here first day heard that Joseph Baker in England was dead �26th Lydia [re?] helping Rahcel about [tucking?] up the babys [sic] cloths [sic] a very cold day, the Children not at school 26, Had my hair cut did not seem like the right time for Mary, 27, Got word that Elizabeth was sick, Levi & Mary gone down Stanley & Rachel gone over to see Mary Levens, for a visit. _ [pg 39a] 1892 2mo 2nd A rough day Our folks gone down to look at the Creamy [sic] _ Stanley & Rachel here y et. ____ [?] 131st First day A fine day none of our folks at meeting, Levi & Mary got home in the evening, left Elizabeth quite unwell, 2/5 Silvanus Outwaters here for dinner & Ephafram Robinson also from Leeds, _6 Our quarterly meeting began, Thomas Robinson & wife here stayed all night with us. _ 3mo 24_ Carries birth day [sic] _ 37 years old, Levi walked to meeting _ 25th Robert Cadman here for a call up for wheat at [Labon?] Williams [pg 39b] �26 A fine day the Children gone up to J Williams.____ 27 First day Levi & Mary gone to meeting in the buggy _ very bad roads, John Williams & Lydia down here for dinner, made a mistake & did not have the goose 4mo 3 Lydia got her dinner with us Levi & Mary gone over to see Mary Levens little boy quite sick, Lydia set up her stocking 4/4 1892 ____ [pg 40a] 1892,4mo 10th____ Walter & Mary Levens here for a visit _11th Second day washing two weeks w ash ____ 12 _ Lydia all day, _ Libbie Vincent here in the afternoon. 13_ Deborah Dans wife from Belleville also Maud & Mary Levens for a call Carrie gone to Picton with Levi. _ 22 Rachel Gone home, been here the last w eek __ [pg 40b] 1892 4mo 23rd Levi sawing wood with his mitts on all day, very cold. �24 first day Levi & Carrie went to meeting only two men there Carrie went up to John Williams, after dinner. 60 28th Levis [sic] Birth day [sic] 32 years old down to Picton with Rachel, Ella Williams here sewing for Carrie 5mo 7th Lydias [sic] Birth day [sic] 54 years old All of us up to John Williams to spend the day a fine day, Ella Wiliams there also, Oh what writeing [sic] do not think I will try [cut off!! any more, right seems to ? all?] [pg 41a] 1892 5mo 15th Rachel Sills came up for a visit, _ Came to our place the 18th _ next day up to John Williams, with Mother, the eighteenth 24th Henry Mullett came here from the States, stoped [sic] with us five days, then went on to Belleville to W Henry Mulletts 21st of 5mo Elizabeth Cadman came up, gone over to see Mary Levens to day [sic] with Mary Bowerman, this 29th of this month. Yester day [sic] last evening Lydia called me out to see a rain-bow [sic], most likely the last I shall ever see. 6/2nd Elizabeth started for home yes­ terday, went as far as Picton stoped [sic] all �[pg 41b] 1892 6/2 _ night with Stephen & Lydia, went to the Sematry [sic] with Mary & Rachel. ____ 4th Still at John Williams Mary Jones & [Aize?] Willse here to see Mother, gone up to see Hillier to attend the quarterly meeting, 5th Quarterly meeting at Hillier our folks all gone, I am still with Lydia. Got a bit of Aspargrass [sic] for dinner that Eliza Varney sent me, _ so cold I want a brick under my feet, ____ 8th Mary gone down to stop with Rachel a few days, sush [sic] cold weather I have a brick under my feet. _ [pg 42a] 1892 6mo 10th Our Rachels [sic] Birth day [sic] her Mother & Carries two little boys with And Carrie _ Carrie getting the childrens [sic] pictures taken, _ So cold to day [sic] glad to put on another shawl And a brick under my feet. A woman papering the kitchen for Lydia _ My head feeling very light, not much to be wonderd [sic] at, _now most 88 years, _ John Williams brought me in a sprig of the Bay berie [sic] tree, A beautiful bright day. going out to take my [bitters?], and get my lunch, _ expect to go home on first day the 12th of this month. 1 2 th �Came away from John Williams Frank Waring died last w eek __ berried [sic] last seventh day the 10th 16 _ Carrie started for Yearly meeting Amey Leer here for dinner. Rachel gone to Picton with Lydia.) [pg 42b] 1892 6mo 23 Lydia down here, als [sic] three friends from the States, Samuel Moon and his wife, als [sic], Rachel Price, who gave us some good advise. _ 26_ Libbie here with her husband took tea with us, the three friends at our meeting, John Williams and Lydia was there also, Levi & Mary also leaveing [sic] me at home with the children Carrie not got home y et. ____ 23rd Rachel Price & Samuel Moon & his wife was [sic] here, gave me a nice little bit of good advise. _ [pg 43a] 20_ Eliza Clark, and Alace Gregory here, the farmer from England, _ Laura Phelps bringing them here for a call took tea with us. [?]mo 1st Dominion day Eliza Maria Phelphs And Abby Ellsworth here, also Thomas Clark, _28th George Grubb here an Irish Friend, a minister. _ Robert Taylor brought him here, gave us a good sermon. �5th My father & Mother landed in Quebec 70, years ago to day [sic] with eleven children Also Josephs Silvetmans family Mary up to John Williams makeing [sic] soap, Rachel here again, ____ [?]th Rachel gone home, & down to see Elizabeth, _ I am going up to stop a few days with Lydia _ [pg 43b] 1892_ 7mo 15th Still up with Lydia very hot weather, John Williams came home last evening _ not feeling much better, complaining of his head a good deal, myself copping [sic] a peice [sic] of poetary [sic] for Phebe Jane Levens. _ Lydia fixing my old dress, __ Levi hived a swarm of bees. _ Mary at Lredericksburg yet. A heavy thunder shower about five oclock [sic] in the afternoon. _18 Our folks got home from Napanee & Lredericksburgh. _ Rachel comeing [sic] with them, 22 A very heavy thunder shower, killed a horse a short ways from our house writeing [sic] to Uncle James, _ mail it the 25th 1892 [pg 44a] 1892 7mo 29th Mary Waring came down t omake us a visit went over to Nathaniels after meeting Mary takeing [sic] of her �8mo 2nd Gone up to see Lydia Mary Bowerman cutting my toe nailes [sic] not at all ready to do it, Mary & Carrie up to John Williams picking berries picked most a hun-dred boxes, Mary Waring stoping [sic] with me, _ Levi helping George Hubbs, _ 4 Mary waring went home, _ 12th Columbus Clothier & Katie came 14 Went up to John Williams to tea went to meeting in the morning _ [pg 44b] 1892 8mo 28th____ Lydia here looking over some old papers __ 20th Columbus & Katie left here for Bellville, And so back to [Hauntingdon?] Went down to see Uncle Benjamin 30th Carrie up to J Williams picking berries.____ [envelope] [loose piece paper 1] Life! we have been long togather; Through pleasant & Cloudy weather, Tis hard to part, when friends are dear Perhaps, twill cost a sigh, a tear; Then steal away, give little warming, Choose thine own time, Say not, good-night, But in some brighter clime, �Bid me good morning. Vincent Bowerman [loose paper 2] My Grandfather Bowerman Died at Bloomfield On the 6th of 2nd month 1885 Aged 93 years & 8 months Found a Memorandum of Grandfathers this morning, which I coppie for Carrie,____ “ l mo 24th 1882 Is the 32nd year me and my wife was [sic] married 32 years ago this day we were married, in the Friends Meeting-house in Bloomfield.” Deborah Bowerman Aged 80 The above was written without Spectacls [sic] Vincent Bowerman Died at Bloomfield On the sixth of 2mo 1885 [pg 45a] [blank] [pg 45b] Deborah Bowerman died near Bloomfield Tenth month 24th 1892 aged 87 years and 11 months �[pg 46a] [blank] [pg 46b] For Those Grown Old By Wilhelmina Stitch I pray you be not angry, hard or cold With those grown old Two things there be that torture me (How shall such pain in rhyming lines be [told)?] The sound of children crying bitterly, And words like spears, hurled at the [maimed?] old. They are so tired; no longer are they girls with youths brave armour warding off Life’s blows, They are defenceless; very swiftly hurt; One sharp word hurled, and lo? the hearts blood flows. They are so very tired; one never knows When they may slip into the arms of Death And sob like children lost and found again And with this hurt, tear-laden breath Till Death, the friend, how they’ve escaped from pain. [pg 47a] Oh, sin indeed to make the old weary of life; They who have had their share of misery & strife Oh, wrap your tenderness about them like a shawl To comfort them and keep them from the cold And let your love build up so high a wall _ The spears of life find not the [maimed? unarmed?] old Copied by Carrie E. Williams July 1928 [pg 47b] [blank] �[pg 48a] [blank] [pg 48b] [Newspaper Clippings] LIVING BY THE DAY “I COMPARE,” says John Newton, “the troubles which we have to undergo in the course of the year to a great bun­ dle of fagots, far too large for us to lift. But God does not require us to carry the whole at once. He mercifully unties the bundle, and gives us first one stick, which we are to carry today, and then another which we are to carry to-morrow, and so on. This we might easily manage if we would only take the burden appointed for us each day; but we choose to increase our troubles by carrying yesterday’s stick over again to-day, and adding tomorrow’s burden to our load before we are required to bear it.” PATIENT WITH THE LIVING Sweet friend, when thou and I are gone Beyond earth’s weary labor, When small shall be our need of grace From comrade or from neighbour, Passed all the strife, the toil, the care, And done with all the sighing, What tender truth shall we have gained, Alas ! by simply dying? Then lips to chary of their praise Will tell our merits ever, And eyes too swift our faults to see Shall no defect discover Then hands that would not lift a stone Where stones were thick to cumber One steep hill, path, will scatter flowers �Above our pillowed slumber. Sweet friend, perchance both thou and I, Ere love is past forgiving, Should take the earnest lesson homeBe patient with the living ! To-day’s repressed rebuke may save Our blinding tears to-morrow Then patience-e’en when keenest edge May what a nameless sorrow Tis easy to be gentle when Death’s silence shames our clamour, And easy to discern the best Through memory’s mystic glamour; But wise it were for thee and me Ere love [is?] past forgiving To take the tender lesson to beBe patient with the living! THE MEDICINE OF SUNSHINE - The world wants more sunshine in its dispo­ sition, in its business, in its charities, in its theology. For ten thousands of the aches and pains and irritations of men and women we commend sunshine. It soothes better than morphine; it stimulates better than champagne; it is the best plaster for a wound. The Good Samaritan poured out into the fallen traveller’s gash more of this than of wine, and oil. Florence Nightingale used it on Crimean battle fields. Take it into all, the alleys, on board all the ships, by all the sick-beds, -not a phial full but a soul full. It is good for spleen, for liver complaint, for neuralgia, for rheumatism, for falling fortunes, for melancholy. We suspect that heaven itself is only more sunshine. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Vincent Bowerman Diary Collection Subject The topic of the resource 19th Century Rural Diary Collection Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Vincent Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1877-1884 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario Table Of Contents A list of subunits of the resource. Vincent Bowerman Diary, 1877-1884 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Typed Transcription Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Vincent Bowerman Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1877-1884 Language A language of the resource English Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/a4f257e70ec84b7d34c156b65780c3b8.pdf fc6a4566daf224061dc0a0fbf2fcf8bc PDF Text Text Carrie (Bowerman) Williams Diaries 1894 -1916 and 1901 Carolyn "Carrie" Williams b. abt 1855 married Edwin Allsion Williams in 1882. She is the daughter o f Levi Vincent Bowerman and Mary M. Haight. The Carrie W illiams diaries a re held at the Prince Edward County Archives and have the accession numbersA2001.016 085 and A2001.016.082 - 100a. Transcribed by Lydia W ytenbroek, history student at Trinity W estern University, Langley, British Columbia and posted here with her permission. Pam Noxon, archivist at the PEC Archives, also grants permission for this posting. Thanks to Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey, Associate Professor at Trinity W estern University, for her role in this effort. Copyright: © L ydia W ytenbroek and Randy Saylor, 2008 First Diary (1894 - 1895,1911 - 1916) A2001.016.085 Notes - the ends of right pages cut off. Most I could guess at, if I couldn’t I put a question mark. - thoa= I think she uses this as an abbreviation for one of R achel’s boys. Thomas? Beginning of Diary |pg 1 - Cover] Carrie E W illiams Bloomfield 1894 [pg2] Leb 21st 1894 John and I went to napanee by |? | to spend a week with Rachel, took her quite by surprise. Leb 25th Rachel and I with the two children John and Gerald drove over a little while see Aunt Rachel Sills �Feb 27th Rachel had Mr and Mrs Shannon Mr and Mrs Curry over for the evening March 1st I set today to go home but baby was sick all night so did not go. Mrs Shannon had some teeth drawn and offered so kindly to go with me me that I w ent down and had 5 out 2 were [inteerated? infected?] and all but one badly [d?] March 2n John and I went to the d dentist and got one tooth filled. March 3r Mrs Shannon went with [possibly me? but cut off?] d this pm and I had 8 more teeth drawn they were double upper teeth and one [?] tooth they came very hard, he let [?] of one and took another pair of [?] Gerald got worse after I left and Rachel sent down to the office for Stanley and D octor [Pg 3] March 4th Stanley sick all day as well as baby. I had fever all night. March 5th Had hard work to summon courage to go again this morning did not rest very well my nerve seemed all gone Mrs Shannon came and I got the rest out 6 of them which made 19 in all. The younger brother drew the last ones. March 6th John and I came home by train the roads were so bad. Had Stan telaphone [sic] to father to meet me at the train but they could not get it out, so we walked found Moses and Fannie Yourey here March 19th Nettie Cronk came to sew will make Mothers [sic] brown part silk dress, and brown [prints?]. And make one cashmere over w ith some new stuff for me March 24th My birth day [sic] 39 years old R achel and Stanley and Gerald took us so by surprise by coming in about 5 o ’clock they crossed the ferry found very bad �roads. March 29th One of Freeman Talcots [sic] little boys died March 31st Some chickens hatched out April 3r Father and I went with Rachel to the boat d [pg 4] April 1st Kit Talcots little boy buried and the young o ne died so that it was given out at the funeral first one of membraneous [sic] croup and got a new suite of clothes for Merton he made a choice himself. April 12th Mary Williams came after school to stay all night. Rachel and Stanley came quite unexpectedly, his business is likely c ome to an end there April 14th Mary Williams went to Picton with thos and I, butter ,19cts & ,20cts eggs ,10cts April 16th Rachel and Stanley got here tonight very tired and down. Gerald glad to see them A heavy shower just after they got in but caught Father with the last load of their things. April 21st John and I went to market 18 [lbs?] butter and 8 doz eggs got 18 & 20 cts for butter lOcts for eggs. May 4th Rachel and I and the 4 children w ent out to W K Bowermans. We had a very pleasant visit, Willie took our photos. Plum trees out today. Arbour day the boys raked the school yard this fore [sic] room. W illie & Edith have such lots of views and [?] [Pg 5] May 8th Aunt Lydia invited us over to spend the day with her thinking it was her birthday but yesterday was the day. [leve?] and weatherman too was there, we made and put down a new carpet which she had got, in the dining room. May 12th A letter from J Biddle in regard to the boys going to school he sent two blank forms for me to fill out for Merton and Thos �John is too young for a year yet. May 15th Parker Williams cut his throat this am w hich has cast a gloom over us all, as he was here so lately and has seemed so friendly, he w as still living at three this pm. May 18th Parker Williams died this evening. May 22n We have had four rainy days, Parker Williams d buried yesterday afternoon. Reuben Way took the o ld gobbler this morn it weighed 24lb when s dressed. May 25th Got E rameys |sic| letter which says she has a situation for one as assistant matron at the school and that John can to too E ven with all that it seems a great under­ taking for me. Lavina Dorland reached home [pg 6] this morning. Father and I were at the station to see her, and her two children. June 8lh Aunt Elizabeth came up this am the first time since Gmother left us I w ent down for her. Samuel Cook went down w ith us. John & I. June 14thWent to Picton this pm staid [sic] at E [Garb... ?] all night- Thos with me, got $5.00 worth of [sh...?| for barn at [Yeryville?]. June 15thWe came on to Napanee this [morn] found uncle Nelsons all gone down to Tom [Gil..?] s o we had to walk to Napanee in a great [h...hurry?] started V i past 11 o ’clock very tired and warm got the impression taken and walked up to Mr Currys [sic] where we stay all nigt. Went to see |M.. could be mr or mrs?] Shannon a few minutes. June 16thWent to the dentists again he finished the impression. Found aunt Rachel uncle [N...?] [lid?], Tom & Lydia, W illi, & Mary, and Maud. We [walked?] up on the other side of the river and [hailed?] a Ipasby?] out rowing who rowed us across. June 18th Deb came down this evening. Very [warm] June 19th uncle Nelson aunt Rachel Deb Thos [d...?] w ent to see the girls, Deb stoped [sic] with May and [w...?] �[Pg7] 1894 went on to take dinner with Tom & Lydia, it rained m ost - o f the way after w e left - Pringles. June 20th Uncle Nelson took us up this morning to Mrs Currys [sic]. I went down and got my teeth. July 15thJane Cronk had us all go there for dinner and tea all but Father & Stanley, said she wanted to see the boys all play togather [sic]. July 17th M J Jones invited the boys and I there to spend W illies Dorlands birth day [sic] but changed their minds and had us there today instead o f tomorrow, G Jones takes Willie to Glen Island tomorrow. July 26th Mary Waring came Aug 8th Rachel Bill and Lewis Varney here for a visit - E Varney could not come Aug 10th Gilbert & M Jane Jones, Lavina & Willie and little Bessie here for tea. Rachel picking long black berries for pa. Spet 23r A long jump in time and place of writing d the boys and I have been at [Westtown?] boarding school 3 w eeks and find some disappointments and some very pleasant people. We have had some very warm weather very pleasant today. [pg 8] Oct 17th Maryanna [Boldeston?] took me to Westchester to do some trading got hats and guernseys and ties. A nice day and a pretty place though the wind blew very hard going over Up to Society tonight - subject natural History Oct 18th Dear little Geralds photo came today also Em Pringelles. Lizzie Thorp and I went to Jos Rhodes to see [?] articles provided by the Gild for the poor. Oct 25th Thomas and John were invited to a birthday party made for Mary Haines They had a pleasant time, grapes and Bananas, and games. I went and spent the time with Merton in his room so he would not feel bad. Oct 26th A piece of the birthday cake and some �candy came today which they divided with Merton and I. Nov 8th Susan Fosythes brother gave a lecture tonight- on Switzerland with views by Magic lantern which I e njoyed very much, the views were so [?] natural, he gave me quite a diseription [sic] of the a valanche, the tunnels, the bridges, the hotel [?] they being the aristocrats of the place, and finished v iews with a few of two St-Bernards dogs. They w ere fine. Nov 15th Anna Walton lectured this [?] in Panama and beyond also views. [pg9] Nov 18th Ann Fry Rebecca Cristman and Lizzie Lees n iece were here today I spent a little time with them and was insisted to visit them, Susan Forsythe, Harry Alger and John Carter invited some to meet Amilla Green and Susan [Alsop?] which made a pleasant party for a little o ver an hour refreshments lemonade and crackers. Nov 29th Roberts gave a lecture on Alaska illustrated and the views were fine, some showed a wall o f ice and the snow caped [sic] mountains, some o f the Alaska Indians photos and some views o f Totam [sic] poles and some v iews of the towns and streets in them. He also had some of the curios a rattle the Drs shake over sick p eoples heads and if they were not cured were bound and left to die. he had two small silver spoons an two large ones of some kind of [horn?], and a small seal skin in the natural c olor also another animal head and all on. Deer 3 rdJust got word that the apples from home are at the station. Deer 4th The barrels are here at last ours quite bruised and beginning to rot some of them. Deer 6th Harry Alger lectured on Boston and had views o f the city shown by magic lantern, which we enjoyed o ne o f Longfellows [sic] home [pg 10] Deer 21st Robert Engle gave a lecture on Florida beuti fully illustrated with magic lantern slides. �V iews of the interior o f a large hotel were fine, interior o f a cave. A crop o f pineapples the [p... ?] w ith fruit on. Orange trees loaded with oranges and a pile on the ground that made your mouth water for one. Xmas night - Surely the people here have been e xceedingly kind in remembering me as I [?] had many little tokens and messages o f love written on some which brings a pleasant [feeling??] tonight with regard myself but the dear children have missed the pleasure which xmas usually brought for them, but are brave about it [a... ?] say “Mother don’t mind about us”. A letter from [M sm?] Deer 26th I attended the lecture on Washington this evening g iven by Albert [Votan?] he showed us some views of the W hite House and views of some of the interior, he [a... ?] had President & Mrs Cleavlands pictures. Dec 27th Two parcels from home today, one napkins a very nice silk handkerchief from aunt Lydia a pretty little pin from Rachel & a package o f [?] and butter and hichory [sic] nuts from Mother which w e shall enjoy. [pg 11] New Years night -1895. The boys and I have just been up to the tower to look at the moon which is and well worth going to see the volcanoes can be plainly seen & mountains. Anna Haines gave me a nice hemstitching handkerchief found it on my bed when I went to dress for dinner. Jan 5th Here we are almost alone in this big building Lizzie Lee staid [sic] and Regina [Roat?] is sick in bed the kitchen part o f the community sill here Jan 7th Charles the stage driver at z Hanies request took two horses and carriage and Lizzie Lee the boys and I went to Wertchester got some books for Merton also slippers, then drove around the place some. Saw the normal school buildings built of serpentine stone of a greenish color Jan 15th School began today everything noise and bustle again Jan 18thWatson Davees gave a lecture on Martin Luther �a lso views. Jan 26thThe girls societies had a contest [Snowmans?] Occidentals and diserve [sic] [credit?] as all recited very nicely Emma Holloway attracted most attention in a light dress with beautiful rose buds and checks the same shade several remarked her as being a perfect picture. Many wore flowers fresh from some green house [pg 12] 1895 Feb 6th So very cold the lecture was postponed thermometer 4° below zero. Snowing and blowing Feb 7th no mail this morning trains not running Feb 15thWarren Goodwin gave his lecture A [Forting...?] Scotland illustrated. How the schollars [sic] enjoy the sledding the track is where I have a good view [from?] my window. Feb 19thThe boys and I with many others went to the farm house to partake o f an excellent dinner prepared there at Thomas Copes expence [sic] for those who are not members of Philadephia yearly meeting, had such a good dinner of turkey [oisters?] [cake?] ice cream [?] oranges, grapes, bannanas [sic], figs candies, coffee, & c. W e have had a great deal of sickness most of them are better, among the rest Merton & John had the mumps, not sure about Thomas. Four new nurses here nurses. Merton and John just able to go down for their dinner. March 3 r John did not get up this morning d feeling poorly again and Thomas and Merton coplaining [sic] also when the Dr came he thought best for them to go to bed [a... ?] their room is cold and their sickness [?] [pg 13] 1895 to take the form of mumps again and the nursery is full of boys with mumps, plneumonia [sic] and one case o f typhoid fever, over 30 cases o f mumps all boys. �March 19th Gave up and came to the nursery f eeling sure I have the mumps at last did not go to bed but felt badly. March 23r Mother took me very much by d surprise by sending her photograph for my birthday after asking in her last letter if she should come and spend my birthday w ith me, but it never occured [sic] to me what she had in view. March 24th Spent my 40th birthday in bed March 30th up today for the first feeling sick at the stomach still weak and miserable April 1st Mary Anna Balderson kindly invited m e down there for a few days and I went today found one of her little girls sick in bed with mumps April 3r d [pg 14] “Ships that pass in the night & speak each other in [passing?] Only a signal shown, and a distant voice in the dark S o, on the ocean of life we pass & speak one another, Only a look and a voice Then darkness & a silence.” Mizpah The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another, Gen 31:49. Go They way, and I go mine Apart, yet not afar; Only a thin veil hangs between T he pathways where we are; And “God keep watch between thee and I” This is my prayer. He looks thy way, He looketh mine, And keeps us near. I know not where thy road may lie, Or which way mine will be, If mine will lead through parching [sand?] And thine beside the sea; �Y et “God keep watch between thee and [me?] so never fear. He holds thy hand, He claspeth mine A nd keeps us near [pg 15] Should wealth and fame, perchance be thine, A nd my lot lowly be; Or you be sad and sorrowful, And glory be for me; Yet “God keep watch ‘tween thee and me,” B oth be His care, One arm ‘round thee and one ‘round me W ill keep us near. I sigh, sometimes, to see thy face, But since this may not be, I’ll leave thee to the care of Him, Who cares for thee and me, “I’ll keep thee both beneath my wings,” This comforts dear. One wing o ’er thee and one o ’er me so we are near; And though our paths be separate, And they way is not mine, Yet, coming to the mercy seat M y soul will meet with thine, And “God keep watch ‘tween thee and m e,” [pg 16] I’ll whisper there. He blesseth thee, he blesseth me, And we are near. April 12th 1911. Foot-Path to Peace van Dyke “To be glad of life because it gives you the chance to love and to work and to play �and to look up at the stars, to be satisfied w ith your possessions, but not content w ith yourself until you have made the best o f them; to despise nothing in the world except falsehood and m eanness, and to fear nothing except cowardice; to be governed by your admirations rather than your disgusts to covet nothing that is your neighbors e xcept his kindness of heart and g entleness of manners; to think [well?] o f your enemies, often of your friends and every day of Christ; to spend as much time as you can, with body and w ith spirit, in God’s out-of-doors; these little guide-posts on the foot path to peace.” Copied from Mary Nash’s letter Sep 10-11 [pg 17] Copy of a note written by Thomas when teaching at S. S. no4 12. 5 p.m. 8-23-04 Dear Mother I am sitting at my desk eating my dinner from my left hand and writing to thee with my right Yes I did think of thee when I [emptied?] m y dinner box. Taking it all around I think the present year has its pleasures as well as its troubles, and I intend to enjoy it as much as possiable [sic] as I go along. Copied July 2n 1916 d Copied from one of cousin Lydia Blairs letters “now boys here are some conundrums for you to guess as you sit around the fire.” 1) If a Filipeno [sic] should eat his father and mother what w ould he be? 2) When you turn the Xrays on a dog’s lungs what do you see? �3) When a goat eats a rabbit and you turn the Xrays on his stomach what do you see? [pg IB] 4) Why is a man on a red hot stove like one in [head?] 5) When one little darkey dies what do all the other little darkies do? 1. answer. When a Philipeno [sic] eats his father and mother hes [sic] an orphan isnt [sic] he? 2n When you turn the Xrays on d a d ogs lungs you see the seat of his pants 3 r When a goat eats a rabbit and you turn on d Xrays on his stomach you see a hare in the butter. 4th The man on a red hot stove is better off 5 thWhen one little darkey dies all the other little darkies go black berrying [sic] (burying) “see?” When a man marries his trouble begins Buttoning waists and putting in pins L ooking at bonnets to see if they’re straight; Ready to start, then having to wait. Hunting for robbers under each bed; Roused in the night for the blankets to spread W hen the rain comes, tho your wrapped in [?] Roused with a shout, all the windows to close. [pg 19] Summoned at noon to start up the fire, Get in the milk, in your scanty attire, Run to the stone for the food you would eat G et in the ice ore it melts in the street. Hurry to work, hurry back with your pay W hen a man marries so passes the day. Detroit Free Press 1916 Copied from a letter written by Mimmie McConkey in 1912 while caring for Aunt Elizabeth Cadman T he last few years of her life when she became a �great care. She writes “These tiems are so often in my mind.” I know thy burden child, I shaped it, Raised it on mine own hand Made no proportion in its weight to thine strength maid it For even as I laid it on, I said I shall be near, and, while she leans on me This burden shall be mine not hers. [pg 20] [blank] [pg 21] [some kind of magazine paper? posted in?] [A type written poem] DO N’T TAKE IT TO HEART T here’s many a trouble W ould break like a bubble, And into the waters of Lethe depart, Did we not rehearse it, And tenderly nurse it, And give it a permanent place in the heart. There’s many a sorrow, Would vanish tomorrow Were we but willing to furnish the wings; So sadly intruding A nd quietly brooding, It hatches out all sorts of horrible things. Resolved to be merry, All worry to ferry Across the tamed waters that make us forget, And no longer fearful, But happy and cheerful, We feel life has much that’s worth living for yet. [pg 22] Mother’s Diary 2/21/94 and �2 /21/94 John and she on a walk tiy to visit and Rachel & Gerald & Uncle Stanley. [home?] teeth extracted, 19 in all. 3/6 Returned home 3/24 Birthday, 39 years old 4/12 Mary Williams came over from school. 4/20 Rachel & Stanley left napanee. 5/4 Rachel & I & the 4 children went to W. K. Bowermans 5 /8 Visited Aunt Lydia 5/12 a letter from J biddle re the boys attending W esttown school. 6/15 Thos. accompanied to napanee to get denture impressions. 9/23 Have been at Westtown Boarding School 3 w eeks June 10/92 Above written by my Father, Thomas Williams A nne W. [pg 23] Number o f steps from B acement to 3rdfloor 4 then a passage 2 small platform 9 more brings us to slate floor and door out doors. 5 more we reach hall way to the right main hall, to the left water tower. 12 more a landing turn squeeze around 11 more we reach hall on 2 n floor d 10 another landing turn squeeze around and 9 more reach hall on 3rdfloor A ll this is to be swept daily. 62 steps in all. Westtown Westtown. �S lumber till another morrow Brings its stress of joy and sorrow Fearless in the Father’s sightSlumber on Good night. Slumber till another morrow Brings its stress of joy and sorrow Fearless in the Father’s sightSlumber on Good night. the 24th A rainy morning so we go to H ow ard’s to have lunch on his verandah. John Bates and his M other will be there. I hope you two are having a pleasant day. Loving by Merton I read several of the Friends papers yesterday. Second Diary (1901) [A 2001.016.082- 100a] [pg 1] June 10, 1992 I think this was written by Carrie W illiams Anne Jan 1st 1901. Our little circle still remains unbroken all permitted to see the dawn of the 20 Century. M other and aunt Lydia and M erton went down to Stanleys. Jan 2nd The boys and I were invited to Eliza Varneys W e got as far as the office and found a card from Eliza saying she had �been called to attend Jane Bonsteels funeral and would not be home, so we went to Reuben [Brampcomb’s?] had such a nice v isit staid till 12 o ’clock a bad start for the boys tomorrow they have enjoyed their holidays and the visits made. 6th Father, Mother, the boys and I staid w ith Eliza Varney for dinner after meeting which w as held in her house, she is very certain the swelling in Mothers face is a cancerous growth and advises her to have something done at once. 9th Mother went down to stay a few days with [Pg 2] Rachel went with the boys when they went to school and Thomas drove down with her and got back in time for school in afternoon. 13th Grandpa and Aunt Lydia staid [sic] at E. Varneys after meeting today. 18th Mother came home this morning. Stanley and R achel had brought her up to Grandpa’s yesterday and she staid [sic] there all night. 19th Thomas went to the office this evening and brought cousin Sallies photos they are so good a calander [sic] also from cousin L. Blair one for Father one for Aunt Lydia 20th Father and Mother staid [sic] with aunt Lydia after meeting for dinner. 21st The boys brought word tonight that the Queen is not expected to live. 22n I walked over to spend the afternoon with d aunt Lydia, Grandpa came in about 2. 20 o ’clock saying the bell was tolling which no doubt was for the Queen [Pg 3] When the boys came home they brought word that she died, by the English time 6.30 pm. It brings a f eeling of great sadness to hear of the death o f our beloved Queen. 23r Father came up with Stanleys team for d �some one to go down as S & R are both sick so aunt Lydia & mother both went. 24th Father brought aunt L. home tonight 2 5th The man in Stanleys old house brought mother to the mills and father took her to a cancer Dr who E. Varney recommends by the name of Biddle, he gave her medicine. 27th Father & Mother went out to Walter Leavens to see aunt Rachel whose nose is bad so Phebe L eavens brought word to meeting. 28th Looked for aunt Rachel all day but she did not come Rachel Stanley and Gerald had been up to Grandpa’s for dinner they brought aunt Lydia and came down for a little while after they left Merton & [?]. [pg 4] out to Walter Leavens found the boys better aunt R afraid of taking cold in her nose so she did not come. Eliza Varney very sick. 29thWalter brought aunt R this morn. I w alked up to tell aunt L she was here Grandpa took me to see E. Varney but the Dr (Farley) did not wish anyone to see him. Grand-pa and aunt Lydia spent the evening here with aunt Rachel. 30th Pa came for Mother and aunt Rachel to spend the day there took aunt R out to Walters this p.m. Feb 2st [sic] Quarterly meeting Very small missed E. Varney. Margret-Boon spoke nicely, she and A bigal Garratt here this evening also Grandpa and aunt L. 3r Meeting small though good Marie d (Haight) Foster and Lou here for dinner. Eliza Varney better. [Pg 5] Feb 8th Merton came home tonight saying he thought we could go down to aunt E. Cadmans so we are going to try to go to market and �then on. Grand pa & aunt L here for tea. Feb 9thWent to market Merton put the horse in at uncle Stephens and we made a pleasant little call there aunt L. gave us a little lunch we staid [sic] till baby woke up a dear little girl started about 11, drove the ice to the dry dock, road heavy wind blowing hard and very cold so took the land road there, met Stan and Rachel which seemed quite a coincident as a few minutes earlier on our part and we would not have met They were posting bills, we took a f ew with us. We got to aunt E.s about 15 min to 3 very cold and the storm increasing found the road badly drifted from school house. Minnie gone aunt E. alone. A very pleasant boy here with them. [pg 6] 10th Spent a pleasant but quiet day here w ith the old people Uncle R not very w ell. 11th Started for home this p.m. found roads good after we got to schoolhouse & weather milder, got in Picton in time to bring Thomas home John had caught a chance with one of the boys. Mother had got on very well but pretty tired. 14th Stanleys sale today. Father & Mother went d own yesterday. 16th Father & Mother came home tonight M other very tired, the things went off very well at sale R felt very bad to see them go. 14th Father & Mother took dinner with Pa and aunt L. Then aunt L came down here to talk over how we are to help Rachel with her moving. Mother has decided to go though not very able. [Pg7] 18th Father & Mother went down to Rachels. �2 1st The boys brought word Father had been smothered with the gas from the engine and was entirely unconscious. Stan happened in and came back to Picton for the Dr and sent Merton from school down to Greenbush for Mother, they took him down with them. 24th Aunt L came home with us after meeting a very stormy evening has been snowing very fast and wind beginning to blow. Sept 29th And now the Summer is gone. A beautiful season no [doubt?] as in most seasons, but rain enough to keep everything green and fresh. Our family has been mercifully preserved from many known dangers. Mother came home after getting Rachels things inside the door at Hallowell Mills with a very bad [felon?], was really sick with it, and it was more than one month before it began to get better. During haying Father fell from a load of hay on his head bruising his head & giving him a stiff neck [pg 8] Stanley had a narrow escape from drowning helping Grandpa fix a wire & pail for draining water at the Mills. Thomas got badly hurt while w heeling through Picton, he collided with a horse and buggy. Walter Leavens happened there in time to take him to the Dr, then after bandaging his shoulder and arm w hich was badly hurt, he brought him home about 11-30 o ’clock in a dazed condition from which he did not recover till next morning H is shoulder slowly grew stronger but he [remains?] threatened with fever, he consulted the Dr and soon began to get better. Ada and Mary Switzer called to see him besides many others w ho seemed very much concerned about him. After getting better we made several visits and they and Grandpa spent three or four days at the banks. Mary Switzer and friends spent one day with them Ralph Leavens too was there part of two days. �[pg 9] After examinations were over for Thomas and Merton w hich were hard, Mertons lasted 8 days, he went d own and helped Stanley get in his hay, then brought the machine and helped get ours in. Thomas & Ralph wheeled down to Long Point and back the same day, started about 4 in the a.m. came home about 11 making about 44 miles from here, then Thomas went to help Hawkins hoe for the next four days w hich was very hard work for him W e made a number of visits and had quite a lot of visitors. Helen & Jarvis English G eorge & Marne & Mae Anderson spent several days with Aunt Lydia. Kenneth Switzer was here one evening. Mary Switzer & her friend Margret Farrol were here one afternoon. Uncle Nelson and Aunt Rachel Sills, Mary & W alter, Zella & baby Hubert. Aunt Elizabeth Cadman staid [sic] two weeks or so while having her nose treated. [pg 10] Ryerson Sills & Mary were here Abbie Richardson and Aunt Lydia Hubbs, Cousin Rachel and E liza Haight Charles Bell & Florence Christy P atience Robinson also Carrie Robinson L eonia Dorland, Margret, John, Arthur. An old friend by the name of Harvey Haight W e returned Helens and Jarvis visit, w ere invited to Switzers for tea, went to Bruce Yarwoods. Went to Phebe Leavens’ Also to Walter Leavens. We attended Carrie B Robinson & Auson B H arveys wedding, Merton stood up with them Thomas acted as usher, and all went to James Swetmans for the tea, 20 in all. Carrie looked very nice in her white dress of organdie with satin yoke, and white ribbon. The tea w as nice, and everything seemed to go �smoothly as could be desired. The meeting house nearly full E Varney made a nice [pg 11] prayer and spoke very fitting for the occasion, Ralph Leavens brought his camera and took several photos of the wedding party also the company And now the boys are back to school. Ryerson and Walter opposed Thomas going to school this year but Dr thought he might try it for a time. John too had several poor spells one day w hich has greatly troubled me, still he is going and was promoted so has skipped to same room that Merton did. Thomas took good marks in his examination and Merton took Honors. Tonight finds us all home and in usual health. Rachel and Stanley and Gerald here for dinner. Matura Bowerman has been w ith us for two weeks but is with aunt Lydia tonight she has helped me a lot both in house work and sewing. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carolyn "Carrie" Williams Diary Collection Subject The topic of the resource 19th and 20th Century Rural Ontario Diaries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Carolyn "Carrie" Williams Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Courtesy of Prince Edward County Archives Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1894-1916 Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th and 20th Century, Prince Edward County, Hallowell Township, Ontario Table Of Contents A list of subunits of the resource. Carolyn "Carrie" Williams Diary, 1894-1916 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carolyn "Carrie" Williams Diary, 1894-1916 Date Created Date of creation of the resource. February 21, 1894 Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. Carolyn "Carrie" Willaims Diary Collection Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Typed Transcription UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Extracted Text Carrie (Bowerman) Williams Diaries 1894 -1916 and 1901 Carolyn "Carrie" Williams b. abt 1855 married Edwin Allsion Williams in 1882. She is the daughter of Levi Vincent Bowerman and Mary M. Haight. The Carrie Williams diaries are held at the Prince Edward County Archives and have the accession numbersA2001.016 085 and A2001.016.082 - 100a. Transcribed by Lydia Wytenbroek, history student at Trinity Western University, Langley, British Columbia and posted here with her permission. Pam Noxon, archivist at the PEC Archives, also grants permission for this posting. Thanks to Dr. Robynne Rogers Healey, Associate Professor at Trinity Western University, for her role in this effort. Copyright: © Lydia Wytenbroek and Randy Saylor, 2008 First Diary (1894 - 1895,1911 - 1916) A2001.016.085 Notes - the ends of right pages cut off. Most I could guess at, if I couldn’t I put a question mark. - thoa= I think she uses this as an abbreviation for one of Rachel’s boys. Thomas? Beginning of Diary |pg 1 - Cover] Carrie E Williams Bloomfield 1894 [pg2] Leb 21st 1894 John and I went to napanee by |?| to spend a week with Rachel, took her quite by surprise. Leb 25th Rachel and I with the two children John and Gerald drove over a little while see Aunt Rachel Sills �Feb 27thRachel had Mr and Mrs Shannon Mr and Mrs Curry over for the evening March 1stI set today to go home but baby was sick all night so did not go. Mrs Shannon had some teeth drawn and offered so kindly to go with me me that I went down and had 5 out 2 were [inteerated? infected?] and all but one badly [d?] March 2n dJohn and I went to the dentist and got one tooth filled. March 3r dMrs Shannon went with [possibly me? but cut off?] this pm and I had 8 more teeth drawn they were double upper teeth and one [?] tooth they came very hard, he let [?] of one and took another pair of [?] Gerald got worse after I left and Rachel sent down to the office for Stanley and Doctor [Pg 3] March 4thStanley sick all day as well as baby. I had fever all night. March 5thHad hard work to summon courage to go again this morning did not rest very well my nerve seemed all gone Mrs Shannon came and I got the rest out 6 of them which made 19 in all. The younger brother drew the last ones. March 6thJohn and I came home by train the roads were so bad. Had Stan telaphone [sic] to father to meet me at the train but they could not get it out, so we walked found Moses and Fannie Yourey here March 19thNettie Cronk came to sew will make Mothers [sic] brown part silk dress, and brown [prints?]. And make one cashmere over with some new stuff for me March 24thMy birth day [sic] 39 years old Rachel and Stanley and Gerald took us so by surprise by coming in about 5 o’clock they crossed the ferry found very bad �roads. March 29thOne of Freeman Talcots [sic] little boys died March 31st Some chickens hatched out April 3r dFather and I went with Rachel to the boat [pg 4] April 1st Kit Talcots little boy buried and the young one died so that it was given out at the funeral first one of membraneous [sic] croup and got a new suite of clothes for Merton he made a choice himself. April 12thMary Williams came after school to stay all night. Rachel and Stanley came quite unexpectedly, his business is likely come to an end there April 14thMary Williams went to Picton with thos and I, butter ,19cts & ,20cts eggs ,10cts April 16thRachel and Stanley got here tonight very tired and down. Gerald glad to see them A heavy shower just after they got in but caught Father with the last load of their things. April 21stJohn and I went to market 18 [lbs?] butter and 8 doz eggs got 18 & 20 cts for butter lOcts for eggs. May 4thRachel and I and the 4 children went out to W K Bowermans. We had a very pleasant visit, Willie took our photos. Plum trees out today. Arbour day the boys raked the school yard this fore [sic] room. Willie & Edith have such lots of views and [?] [Pg 5] May 8thAunt Lydia invited us over to spend the day with her thinking it was her birthday but yesterday was the day. [leve?] and weatherman too was there, we made and put down a new carpet which she had got, in the dining room. May 12thA letter from J Biddle in regard to the boys going to school he sent two blank forms for me to fill out for Merton and Thos �John is too young for a year yet. May 15thParker Williams cut his throat this am which has cast a gloom over us all, as he was here so lately and has seemed so friendly, he was still living at three this pm. May 18thParker Williams died this evening. May 22n dWe have had four rainy days, Parker Williams buried yesterday afternoon. Reuben Way took the old gobbler this morn it weighed 24lb s when dressed. May 25thGot E rameys |sic| letter which says she has a situation for one as assistant matron at the school and that John can to too Even with all that it seems a great under­ taking for me. Lavina Dorland reached home [pg 6] this morning. Father and I were at the station to see her, and her two children. June 8lhAunt Elizabeth came up this am the first time since Gmother left us I went down for her. Samuel Cook went down with us. John & I. June 14thWent to Picton this pm staid [sic] at E [Garb... ?] all night- Thos with me, got $5.00 worth of [sh...?| for barn at [Yeryville?]. June 15thWe came on to Napanee this [morn] found uncle Nelsons all gone down to Tom [Gil..?] so we had to walk to Napanee in a great [h...hurry?] started Vi past 11 o’clock very tired and warm got the impression taken and walked up to Mr Currys [sic] where we stay all nigt. Went to see |M.. could be mr or mrs?] Shannon a few minutes. June 16thWent to the dentists again he finished the impression. Found aunt Rachel uncle [N...?] [lid?], Tom & Lydia, Willi, & Mary, and Maud. We [walked?] up on the other side of the river and [hailed?] a Ipasby?] out rowing who rowed us across. June 18thDeb came down this evening. Very [warm] June 19thuncle Nelson aunt Rachel Deb Thos [d...?] went to see the girls, Deb stoped [sic] with May and [w...?] �[Pg7] 1894 went on to take dinner with Tom & Lydia, it rained most - of the way after we left - Pringles. June 20thUncle Nelson took us up this morning to Mrs Currys [sic]. I went down and got my teeth. July 15thJane Cronk had us all go there for dinner and tea all but Father & Stanley, said she wanted to see the boys all play togather [sic]. July 17thM J Jones invited the boys and I there to spend Willies Dorlands birth day [sic] but changed their minds and had us there today instead of tomorrow, G Jones takes Willie to Glen Island tomorrow. July 26thMary Waring came Aug 8thRachel Bill and Lewis Varney here for a visit - E Varney could not come Aug 10thGilbert & M Jane Jones, Lavina & Willie and little Bessie here for tea. Rachel picking long black berries for pa. Spet 23r dA long jump in time and place of writing the boys and I have been at [Westtown?] boarding school 3 weeks and find some disappointments and some very pleasant people. We have had some very warm weather very pleasant today. [pg 8] Oct 17thMaryanna [Boldeston?] took me to Westchester to do some trading got hats and guernseys and ties. A nice day and a pretty place though the wind blew very hard going over Up to Society tonight - subject natural History Oct 18thDear little Geralds photo came today also Em Pringelles. Lizzie Thorp and I went to Jos Rhodes to see [?] articles provided by the Gild for the poor. Oct 25thThomas and John were invited to a birthday party made for Mary Haines They had a pleasant time, grapes and Bananas, and games. I went and spent the time with Merton in his room so he would not feel bad. Oct 26thA piece of the birthday cake and some �candy came today which they divided with Merton and I. Nov 8thSusan Fosythes brother gave a lecture tonight- on Switzerland with views by Magic lantern which I enjoyed very much, the views were so [?] natural, he gave me quite a diseription [sic] of the avalanche, the tunnels, the bridges, the hotel [?] they being the aristocrats of the place, and finished views with a few of two St-Bernards dogs. They were fine. Nov 15thAnna Walton lectured this [?] in Panama and beyond also views. [pg9] Nov 18thAnn Fry Rebecca Cristman and Lizzie Lees niece were here today I spent a little time with them and was insisted to visit them, Susan Forsythe, Harry Alger and John Carter invited some to meet Amilla Green and Susan [Alsop?] which made a pleasant party for a little over an hour refreshments lemonade and crackers. Nov 29thRoberts gave a lecture on Alaska illustrated and the views were fine, some showed a wall of ice and the snow caped [sic] mountains, some of the Alaska Indians photos and some views of Totam [sic] poles and some views of the towns and streets in them. He also had some of the curios a rattle the Drs shake over sick peoples heads and if they were not cured were bound and left to die. he had two small silver spoons an two large ones of some kind of [horn?], and a small seal skin in the natural color also another animal head and all on. Deer 3rdJust got word that the apples from home are at the station. Deer 4thThe barrels are here at last ours quite bruised and beginning to rot some of them. Deer 6thHarry Alger lectured on Boston and had views of the city shown by magic lantern, which we enjoyed one of Longfellows [sic] home [pg 10] Deer 21st Robert Engle gave a lecture on Florida beuti fully illustrated with magic lantern slides. �Views of the interior of a large hotel were fine, interior of a cave. A crop of pineapples the [p... ?] with fruit on. Orange trees loaded with oranges and a pile on the ground that made your mouth water for one. Xmas night - Surely the people here have been exceedingly kind in remembering me as I [?] had many little tokens and messages of love written on some which brings a pleasant [feeling??] tonight with regard myself but the dear children have missed the pleasure which xmas usually brought for them, but are brave about it [a... ?] say “Mother don’t mind about us”. A letter from [M sm?] Deer 26thI attended the lecture on Washington this evening given by Albert [Votan?] he showed us some views of the White House and views of some of the interior, he [a... ?] had President & Mrs Cleavlands pictures. Dec 27thTwo parcels from home today, one napkins a very nice silk handkerchief from aunt Lydia a pretty little pin from Rachel & a package of [?] and butter and hichory [sic] nuts from Mother which we shall enjoy. [pg 11] New Years night -1895. The boys and I have just been up to the tower to look at the moon which is and well worth going to see the volcanoes can be plainly seen & mountains. Anna Haines gave me a nice hemstitching handkerchief found it on my bed when I went to dress for dinner. Jan 5thHere we are almost alone in this big building Lizzie Lee staid [sic] and Regina [Roat?] is sick in bed the kitchen part of the community sill here Jan 7thCharles the stage driver at z Hanies request took two horses and carriage and Lizzie Lee the boys and I went to Wertchester got some books for Merton also slippers, then drove around the place some. Saw the normal school buildings built of serpentine stone of a greenish color Jan 15thSchool began today everything noise and bustle again Jan 18thWatson Davees gave a lecture on Martin Luther �also views. Jan 26thThe girls societies had a contest [Snowmans?] Occidentals and diserve [sic] [credit?] as all recited very nicely Emma Holloway attracted most attention in a light dress with beautiful rose buds and checks the same shade several remarked her as being a perfect picture. Many wore flowers fresh from some green house [pg 12] 1895 Feb 6thSo very cold the lecture was postponed thermometer 4° below zero. Snowing and blowing Feb 7thno mail this morning trains not running Feb 15thWarren Goodwin gave his lecture A [Forting...?] Scotland illustrated. How the schollars [sic] enjoy the sledding the track is where I have a good view [from?] my window. Feb 19thThe boys and I with many others went to the farm house to partake of an excellent dinner prepared there at Thomas Copes expence [sic] for those who are not members of Philadephia yearly meeting, had such a good dinner of turkey [oisters?] [cake?] ice cream [?] oranges, grapes, bannanas [sic], figs candies, coffee, & c. We have had a great deal of sickness most of them are better, among the rest Merton & John had the mumps, not sure about Thomas. Four new nurses here nurses. Merton and John just able to go down for their dinner. March 3r dJohn did not get up this morning feeling poorly again and Thomas and Merton coplaining [sic] also when the Dr came he thought best for them to go to bed [a... ?] their room is cold and their sickness [?] [pg 13] 1895 to take the form of mumps again and the nursery is full of boys with mumps, plneumonia [sic] and one case of typhoid fever, over 30 cases of mumps all boys. �March 19thGave up and came to the nursery feeling sure I have the mumps at last did not go to bed but felt badly. March 23r dMother took me very much by surprise by sending her photograph for my birthday after asking in her last letter if she should come and spend my birthday with me, but it never occured [sic] to me what she had in view. March 24thSpent my 40thbirthday in bed March 30thup today for the first feeling sick at the stomach still weak and miserable April 1st Mary Anna Balderson kindly invited me down there for a few days and I went today found one of her little girls sick in bed with mumps April 3r d [pg 14] “Ships that pass in the night & speak each other in [passing?] Only a signal shown, and a distant voice in the dark So, on the ocean of life we pass & speak one another, Only a look and a voice Then darkness & a silence.” Mizpah The Lord watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another, Gen 31:49. Go They way, and I go mine Apart, yet not afar; Only a thin veil hangs between The pathways where we are; And “God keep watch between thee and I” This is my prayer. He looks thy way, He looketh mine, And keeps us near. I know not where thy road may lie, Or which way mine will be, If mine will lead through parching [sand?] And thine beside the sea; �Yet “God keep watch between thee and [me?] so never fear. He holds thy hand, He claspeth mine And keeps us near [pg 15] Should wealth and fame, perchance be thine, And my lot lowly be; Or you be sad and sorrowful, And glory be for me; Yet “God keep watch ‘tween thee and me,” Both be His care, One arm ‘round thee and one ‘round me Will keep us near. I sigh, sometimes, to see thy face, But since this may not be, I’ll leave thee to the care of Him, Who cares for thee and me, “I’ll keep thee both beneath my wings,” This comforts dear. One wing o ’er thee and one o’er me - so we are near; And though our paths be separate, And they way is not mine, Yet, coming to the mercy seat My soul will meet with thine, And “God keep watch ‘tween thee and me,” [pg 16] I’ll whisper there. He blesseth thee, he blesseth me, And we are near. April 12th 1911. Foot-Path to Peace van Dyke “To be glad of life because it gives you the chance to love and to work and to play �and to look up at the stars, to be satisfied with your possessions, but not content with yourself until you have made the best of them; to despise nothing in the world except falsehood and meanness, and to fear nothing except cowardice; to be governed by your admirations rather than your disgusts to covet nothing that is your neighbors except his kindness of heart and gentleness of manners; to think [well?] of your enemies, often of your friends and every day of Christ; to spend as much time as you can, with body and with spirit, in God’s out-of-doors; these little guide-posts on the foot path to peace.” Copied from Mary Nash’s letter Sep 10-11 [pg 17] Copy of a note written by Thomas when teaching at S. S. no4 12. 5 p.m. 8-23-04 Dear Mother I am sitting at my desk eating my dinner from my left hand and writing to thee with my right - Yes I did think of thee when I [emptied?] my dinner box. Taking it all around I think the present year has its pleasures as well as its troubles, and I intend to enjoy it as much as possiable [sic] as I go along. Copied July 2n d 1916 Copied from one of cousin Lydia Blairs letters “now boys here are some conundrums for you to guess as you sit around the fire.” 1) If a Filipeno [sic] should eat his father and mother what would he be? 2) When you turn the Xrays on a dog’s lungs what do you see? �3) When a goat eats a rabbit and you turn the Xrays on his stomach what do you see? [pg IB] 4) Why is a man on a red hot stove like one in [head?] 5) When one little darkey dies what do all the other little darkies do? 1. answer. When a Philipeno [sic] eats his father and mother hes [sic] an orphan isnt [sic] he? 2n dWhen you turn the Xrays on a dogs lungs you see the seat of his pants 3r dWhen a goat eats a rabbit and you turn on Xrays on his stomach you see a hare in the butter. 4thThe man on a red hot stove is better off 5thWhen one little darkey dies all the other little darkies go black berrying [sic] (burying) “see?” When a man marries his trouble begins Buttoning waists and putting in pins Looking at bonnets to see if they’re straight; Ready to start, then having to wait. Hunting for robbers under each bed; Roused in the night for the blankets to spread When the rain comes, tho your wrapped in [?] Roused with a shout, all the windows to close. [pg 19] Summoned at noon to start up the fire, Get in the milk, in your scanty attire, Run to the stone for the food you would eat Get in the ice ore it melts in the street. Hurry to work, hurry back with your pay When a man marries so passes the day. Detroit Free Press 1916 Copied from a letter written by Mimmie McConkey in 1912 while caring for Aunt Elizabeth Cadman The last few years of her life when she became a �great care. She writes “These tiems are so often in my mind.” I know thy burden child, I shaped it, Raised it on mine own hand Made no proportion in its weight to thine strength maid it For even as I laid it on, I said I shall be near, and, while she leans on me This burden shall be mine not hers. [pg 20] [blank] [pg 21] [some kind of magazine paper? posted in?] [A type written poem] DON’T TAKE IT TO HEART There’s many a trouble Would break like a bubble, And into the waters of Lethe depart, Did we not rehearse it, And tenderly nurse it, And give it a permanent place in the heart. There’s many a sorrow, Would vanish tomorrow Were we but willing to furnish the wings; So sadly intruding And quietly brooding, It hatches out all sorts of horrible things. Resolved to be merry, All worry to ferry Across the tamed waters that make us forget, And no longer fearful, But happy and cheerful, We feel life has much that’s worth living for yet. [pg 22] Mother’s Diary 2/21/94 and �2/21/94 John and she on a walk tiy to visit and Rachel & Gerald & Uncle Stanley. [home?] teeth extracted, 19 in all. 3/6 Returned home 3/24 Birthday, 39 years old 4/12 Mary Williams came over from school. 4/20 Rachel & Stanley left napanee. 5/4 Rachel & I & the 4 children went to W. K. Bowermans 5/8 Visited Aunt Lydia 5/12 a letter from J biddle re the boys attending Westtown school. 6/15 Thos. accompanied to napanee to get denture impressions. 9/23 Have been at Westtown Boarding School 3 weeks June 10/92 Above written by my Father, Thomas Williams Anne W. [pg 23] Number of steps from Bacement to 3rdfloor 4 then a passage 2 small platform 9 more brings us to slate floor and door out doors. 5 more we reach hall way to the right main hall, to the left water tower. 12 more a landing turn squeeze around 11 more we reach hall on 2n dfloor 10 another landing turn squeeze around and 9 more reach hall on 3rdfloor All this is to be swept daily. 62 steps in all. Westtown Westtown. �Slumber till another morrow Brings its stress of joy and sorrow Fearless in the Father’s sight- Slumber on Good night. Slumber till another morrow Brings its stress of joy and sorrow Fearless in the Father’s sight- Slumber on Good night. the 24th A rainy morning so we go to Howard’s to have lunch on his verandah. John Bates and his Mother will be there. I hope you two are having a pleasant day. Loving by Merton I read several of the Friends papers yesterday. Second Diary (1901) [A2001.016.082- 100a] [pg 1] June 10, 1992 I think this was written by Carrie Williams Anne Jan 1st 1901. Our little circle still remains unbroken all permitted to see the dawn of the 20 Century. Mother and aunt Lydia and Merton went down to Stanleys. Jan 2ndThe boys and I were invited to Eliza Varneys We got as far as the office and found a card from Eliza saying she had �been called to attend Jane Bonsteels funeral and would not be home, so we went to Reuben [Brampcomb’s?] had such a nice visit staid till 12 o’clock a bad start for the boys tomorrow they have enjoyed their holidays and the visits made. 6thFather, Mother, the boys and I staid with Eliza Varney for dinner after meeting which was held in her house, she is very certain the swelling in Mothers face is a cancerous growth and advises her to have something done at once. 9thMother went down to stay a few days with [Pg 2] Rachel went with the boys when they went to school and Thomas drove down with her and got back in time for school in afternoon. 13thGrandpa and Aunt Lydia staid [sic] at E. Varneys after meeting today. 18thMother came home this morning. Stanley and Rachel had brought her up to Grandpa’s yesterday and she staid [sic] there all night. 19thThomas went to the office this evening and brought cousin Sallies photos they are so good a calander [sic] also from cousin L. Blair one for Father one for Aunt Lydia 20thFather and Mother staid [sic] with aunt Lydia after meeting for dinner. 21st The boys brought word tonight that the Queen is not expected to live. 22n dI walked over to spend the afternoon with aunt Lydia, Grandpa came in about 2. 20 o’clock saying the bell was tolling which no doubt was for the Queen [Pg 3] When the boys came home they brought word that she died, by the English time 6.30 pm. It brings a feeling of great sadness to hear of the death of our beloved Queen. 23r dFather came up with Stanleys team for �some one to go down as S & R are both sick so aunt Lydia & mother both went. 24thFather brought aunt L. home tonight 25thThe man in Stanleys old house brought mother to the mills and father took her to a cancer Dr who E. Varney recommends by the name of Biddle, he gave her medicine. 27thFather & Mother went out to Walter Leavens to see aunt Rachel whose nose is bad so Phebe Leavens brought word to meeting. 28thLooked for aunt Rachel all day but she did not come Rachel Stanley and Gerald had been up to Grandpa’s for dinner they brought aunt Lydia and came down for a little while after they left Merton & [?]. [pg 4] out to Walter Leavens found the boys better aunt R afraid of taking cold in her nose so she did not come. Eliza Varney very sick. 29thWalter brought aunt R this morn. I walked up to tell aunt L she was here Grandpa took me to see E. Varney but the Dr (Farley) did not wish anyone to see him. Grand-pa and aunt Lydia spent the evening here with aunt Rachel. 30thPa came for Mother and aunt Rachel to spend the day there took aunt R out to Walters this p.m. Feb 2st [sic] Quarterly meeting Very small missed E. Varney. Margret-Boon spoke nicely, she and Abigal Garratt here this evening also Grandpa and aunt L. 3r dMeeting small though good Marie (Haight) Foster and Lou here for dinner. Eliza Varney better. [Pg 5] Feb 8thMerton came home tonight saying he thought we could go down to aunt E. Cadmans so we are going to try to go to market and �then on. Grand pa & aunt L here for tea. Feb 9thWent to market Merton put the horse in at uncle Stephens and we made a pleasant little call there aunt L. gave us a little lunch we staid [sic] till baby woke up a dear little girl started about 11, drove the ice to the dry dock, road heavy wind blowing hard and very cold so took the land road there, met Stan and Rachel which seemed quite a coincident as a few minutes earlier on our part and we would not have met They were posting bills, we took a few with us. We got to aunt E.s about 15 min to 3 very cold and the storm increasing found the road badly drifted from school house. Minnie gone aunt E. alone. A very pleasant boy here with them. [pg 6] 10thSpent a pleasant but quiet day here with the old people Uncle R not very well. 11thStarted for home this p.m. found roads good after we got to schoolhouse & weather milder, got in Picton in time to bring Thomas home John had caught a chance with one of the boys. Mother had got on very well but pretty tired. 14thStanleys sale today. Father & Mother went down yesterday. 16thFather & Mother came home tonight Mother very tired, the things went off very well at sale R felt very bad to see them go. 14thFather & Mother took dinner with Pa and aunt L. Then aunt L came down here to talk over how we are to help Rachel with her moving. Mother has decided to go though not very able. [Pg7] 18thFather & Mother went down to Rachels. �21st The boys brought word Father had been smothered with the gas from the engine and was entirely unconscious. Stan happened in and came back to Picton for the Dr and sent Merton from school down to Greenbush for Mother, they took him down with them. 24thAunt L came home with us after meeting a very stormy evening has been snowing very fast and wind beginning to blow. Sept 29thAnd now the Summer is gone. A beautiful season no [doubt?] as in most seasons, but rain enough to keep everything green and fresh. Our family has been mercifully preserved from many known dangers. Mother came home after getting Rachels things inside the door at Hallowell Mills with a very bad [felon?], was really sick with it, and it was more than one month before it began to get better. During haying Father fell from a load of hay on his head bruising his head & giving him a stiff neck [pg 8] Stanley had a narrow escape from drowning helping Grandpa fix a wire & pail for draining water at the Mills. Thomas got badly hurt while wheeling through Picton, he collided with a horse and buggy. Walter Leavens happened there in time to take him to the Dr, then after bandaging his shoulder and arm which was badly hurt, he brought him home about 11-30 o ’clock in a dazed condition from which he did not recover till next morning His shoulder slowly grew stronger but he [remains?] threatened with fever, he consulted the Dr and soon began to get better. Ada and Mary Switzer called to see him besides many others who seemed very much concerned about him. After getting better we made several visits and they and Grandpa spent three or four days at the banks. Mary Switzer and friends spent one day with them Ralph Leavens too was there part of two days. �[pg 9] After examinations were over for Thomas and Merton which were hard, Mertons lasted 8 days, he went down and helped Stanley get in his hay, then brought the machine and helped get ours in. Thomas & Ralph wheeled down to Long Point and back the same day, started about 4 in the a.m. came home about 11 making about 44 miles from here, then Thomas went to help Hawkins hoe for the next four days which was very hard work for him We made a number of visits and had quite a lot of visitors. Helen & Jarvis English George & Marne & Mae Anderson spent several days with Aunt Lydia. Kenneth Switzer was here one evening. Mary Switzer & her friend Margret Farrol were here one afternoon. Uncle Nelson and Aunt Rachel Sills, Mary & Walter, Zella & baby Hubert. Aunt Elizabeth Cadman staid [sic] two weeks or so while having her nose treated. [pg 10] Ryerson Sills & Mary were here Abbie Richardson and Aunt Lydia Hubbs, Cousin Rachel and Eliza Haight Charles Bell & Florence Christy Patience Robinson also Carrie Robinson Leonia Dorland, Margret, John, Arthur. An old friend by the name of Harvey Haight We returned Helens and Jarvis visit, were invited to Switzers for tea, went to Bruce Yarwoods. Went to Phebe Leavens’ Also to Walter Leavens. We attended Carrie B Robinson & Auson B Harveys wedding, Merton stood up with them Thomas acted as usher, and all went to James Swetmans for the tea, 20 in all. Carrie looked very nice in her white dress of organdie with satin yoke, and white ribbon. The tea was nice, and everything seemed to go �smoothly as could be desired. The meeting house nearly full E Varney made a nice [pg 11] prayer and spoke very fitting for the occasion, Ralph Leavens brought his camera and took several photos of the wedding party also the company And now the boys are back to school. Ryerson and Walter opposed Thomas going to school this year but Dr thought he might try it for a time. John too had several poor spells one day which has greatly troubled me, still he is going and was promoted so has skipped to same room that Merton did. Thomas took good marks in his examination and Merton took Honors. Tonight finds us all home and in usual health. Rachel and Stanley and Gerald here for dinner. Matura Bowerman has been with us for two weeks but is with aunt Lydia tonight she has helped me a lot both in house work and sewing. � transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/86fbdd0c97d7a949aa4589494ef71f91.pdf cd105cf5783b881071757cca87cdb554 PDF Text Text ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/92e226138c440f6047ef2cf82f3e8708.pdf 1567af66f95753706960bb2181ead60c PDF Text Text Courtland Olds’ (1844-1896) 1867 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers THE CANADIAN POCKET DIARY FOR 1867. TORONTO: PUBLISHED BY BROWN BROS. 66 KING STREET EAST. TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1867 Spent the forenoon in cuting wood in the wood shed at which Snively helpd me. He did a few chores around in the afternoon. I started for Bowlby en route for the Tea Meeting at the Methodist Church in Simcoe. Broke down on the road to Dover and did not get there until late. Put my horse in the stable and went up with Mr Bowlbys folks. Met with Richardson and Well Carpenter besides several others of my old acquaintances. Got back to Dover about 12. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 1867 Stayed all night last night at Mr. B's and before I could go home had to get this old buggy mended which I did by eleven o'clock. Started for home as soon as possible got there about twelve. Found everything all right side up with {cow?}. Snively cut wood all day in the bush while I spent the afternoon in husking corn. Attended prayermeerting in the old schoolhouse to night and had a very proffitable time of it. THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 1867 Ma and myself started for Dover this morning early. I went to mill with a grist of wheat and buckwheat. Ma and I took our dinners with Mary Jane and in the afternoon I went out in search of a young lady to go with me skating. Was lucky enough to find one at the first place at which I stopped. Had the honor of waiting on Miss Bowlby the afternoon and was of course delighted with my afternoon's skate on "silver lake." It was a beautiful afternoon. Got home about nine. FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 1867 I spent the forenoon in working at Snively's shanty, which, after a long time I have finished. In the afternoon I hund {hung} a door in the corner of the east shed on roolers. Finished it in a good season and did some patching or fixing in the cow stables. Snively cut up wood in the �forenoon and in the afternoon drive it up to the house. Mother and I went to spend the evening at George Matthews, had a pleasant time. SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 1867 Snively and myself spent the forenoon in cutting wood at the woodhouse, while in the afternoon he cut wood again in the woods. I spent the afternoon in filing my wood saw and also the cross-cut saw etc. Had my bath as usual. To Make Radway's Ready Relief Put 3/4 oz. ciana. pepper; 3/4 oz. camphor {grease?}; 3/4 {tspn?} Ammonia or {Haidshorne?} into a quart of Whiskey. Allow it time to dissolve and settle before bottling. From Maj. M. Hoyt Brantford. SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 1867 Ma and I went out to church this morning to Dover. Heard the Rev. Mr. Messmore preach an old fashioned sermon this morning. After church we went home again and had our dinner. I then went to meeting at the schoolhouse. The preacher did not come; but we had a very excellent class meeting. Captain McFell led the class for the first time and the manner in which he did it, augurs well of his future usefullness. MONDAY, JANUARY 7, 1867 Started for Dover this morning as early as possible. Gave in my note and then went after Miss {Higmans?} and my Boss. They came home with me and we had a very pleasant little ride with the two old-maids. They came to spend a few dys with us. I husked corn most of the afternoon but towards night I went to work and built a shelter for my old ewes back of the barn. Snively put up wood most of the dy. for himself. TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1867 Snively and I cut up a big pile of wood at the house this forenoon. And in the afternoon Snively cut wood in the chopping. About eleven o'clock J. B. Carpenter's Brother came here to see a cow which I had offered to Mr. Carpenter for one of his thoroughbred Durham Bulls. He concluded that he would take up my offer. I husked corn most of the afternoon and did some other little chores about the barn. Mr. & Mrs. {Wall?} came and stayed until eleven. Had a great old fashioned visit with them. �WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 1867 I set Snively at husking corn this this morning. & in the afternoon he cut wood in the bush. I husked corn until School meeting time. When I went down to the school meeting and was unhappily appointed Trustee & Secy. for the remaining term {illegible}. After dinner I took Mrs. and Miss Higmans home. Had a pleasant little visit at the Higmans. Went to the store for a few articles and from there to Mr. G. Bowlbys {illegible} I was persuaded to spend the evening and spent it very pleasantly with a lot of Bowlbys. THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 1867 After doing my chores, Ma and I started for Simcoe. Got there about noon. Saw an old friend at Mr. Willoughbys (Mattie Burke). Went to Mr. Wells to get our teeth mended and I had two front teeth filled with gold. Stopped Walter Ods. on the way home and took him with them. Started home about eight and on the way stopped at Ed {Kniffins?} to leave the tax money. Got home about ten and found everything all right side up with {cow?} etc. FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 1867 As soon as we got our chores done, Snively and I went out to the woods & cut six sawlogs before noon, in the afternoon Snively cut wood in the bush & I husked corn most of the time. Young Robt. Riddell was here just before night. About six o'clock Asford Bowlby with his two sisters Hellen & Louisa & Miss Anna Douglas came to spend the evening with us. I had a pleasant chat with them. They went home about eleven or thereabouts. When I went into dreamland as usual. SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 1867 Got up in good season this morning and after doing my chores Snively and I went to work at cutting sawlogs to take to mill. Got about a {dozen?} rady for drawing too day. George {Buck?} was at the house when I came from work. We had a good little chat on various matters and things. Cut my Sunday wood in the dark too night and felt very tired when I got through with it. Carried water from the cistern and had a good bath. SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 1867 After doing up my chores I cleaned up and put on my Sunday-go-to-meeting clothes and afterwards spent the forenoon in reading the Pilgrims Progress. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here �to dinner and he and I had a good old chat together about church matters, etc. Went to church or to meeting in the Schoolhouse. Mr. Laird gave us a proffitable discourse. Stayed to Classmeeting. Mr. {Stringer?} lead the class for the first time. Spent the evening in reading etc. MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 1867 After doing my chores and giving Snively orders and after getting ready Ma & I started for Brantford with the cutter. We stopped at Mr. Howard and took dinner. Got to Brantford about three o'clock. found the folks all well and in comfortable circumstances. Spent a very pleasant evening with Mr. & Mrs. Hoyt. Went out with Mr. Hoyt in the course of the evening to the soldiers hospital which Mr. Hoyt had been repairing after a fire. TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1867 Took breakfast this morning about nine. Spent the forenoon in walking around the town and in getting a negative taken at Parks Gallery. Had a nice little talk with Miss Lewis. In the afternoon I walked around town, visited with Mrs. Smith & Mr. Hoyt and about five, went around to Mrs Elliots. Miss Elliot was not at home so I concluded to go back again after a little while as they said that she would be in soon. Called on Miss Louise Elliot again about seven o'clock etc WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1867 Found Miss {inserted: Louise Darling} Elliot to be rather a pleasant girl. We had a very jovial old fashioned talk with her about our adventures during old college days our fictitious correspondents etc. She gave me an invitation to her the following evening but alas!! I could not go. Ma and I started for home again about nine. Stopped at Mr. Howe's to {warm?} & got home again about two o'clock. Found everything all right. Snively had been cuting & getting up wood doing chores &c. since I went away from home. THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 1867 I went out to Dover last night and attended the Presbyterian Tea-meeting. They had a very good tea and afterwards a good variety of speakers Such as the Rev's. Messrs. Swain, Craigie, Burns, {Gunner?}, & Laird. Got home & to bed about nine. Snively & I cut wood in the forenoon and in the afternoon we husked corn. I spent the afternoon in visiting with Mr. �Howell and had a very pleasant time talking with the old gentleman. He said that he would let me have money to pay Grandfather Olds. Good. FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 1867 As soon as I had finished my chores this morning I went to see if I could not get John Matthews to come down and help me kill the beef; but he could not come. Leonora played a few lines on her new organ which is a very fine one indeed. Snively & I got ready for killing the beef before noon. I killed it after. We got along very well considering our little experience. Finished up our job about six by which time I was pretty well chilled through. SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 1867 Snively and I cut up the beef this morning. Got started for Simcoe about eleven. Took a quarter of beef to Mr. Willoughby. Took dinner with Mr. & Mrs. Willoughby, after which we went to Donelys & paid him for my books. Went to Colonel Wilsons office to see about getting a probate for Pa's will. Stopped at Mrs. George Matthews for H. {Misener?}. Got home about dark. Wrote a letter to Springer and had a good bath. SUNDAY, JANUARY 20, 1867 Got ready and started for church this morning with Ma; and Mrs. Howell who has been staying with us for the last few days. Heard the Rev. Mr. Laird preach. After church we went to Mr. Bowlbys for dinner. Stayed there until church time to night. I spent the afternoon very pleasantly talking and reading, with the girls. It stormed so furiously when we got ready for church that we concluded that we had better go home and, we acted accordingly. MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 1867 Did not get up this morning until nearly eight o'clock, as I did not feel real well on account of having a bad cold. Went to George Matthews to sharpen a Buck Saw and Hand Saw. George rather surprised me by saying that I owed him fifty five dollars for threshing; "whew"!! Snively husked corn before noon and he and I cut up some wood in the afternoon. Spent the evening in writing a letter to W. H. {Rawnd?} TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1867 �Finished up my chores about nine, after which I took the hide off from a dead sheep and dressed it and cut it up. In the afternoon I cut up two quarters of the beef and put it away. Cut wood towards night at which Snively helped me. He {Broke?} roads and drew up a couple of loads of wood. Spent the evening in writing a letter to my friend John Saunders And in talking to Walter Olds who is stopping with us right at present. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 1867 Carried up the sheep sack this morning and got ready to go to Dover. Started about eleven. I took some hides to Lawson's tannery and went from there to Francis Wares. Had a good visit with him. Leonora went out with us. In the afternoon I went over to town on a little business with Riddles and Mr. Lawsons. Took tea at Mr. {Marrs?} and started home afterwards started Stopped until the mail came in. Got home about eight and found everything all right. THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 1867 I felt very unwell this morning from having a bad cold. Made up my mind this morning to starve my cold but I had to have the haystack drawed in for the stock. Had to take dinner in consequence. Snively helped me to draw in hay--got in four loads before night. I payed off Jane Lewis to-day and expect to be obliged to do all the churning and milking after this. Had to put off both too night. Leonora and Walter are still with us. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 1867 Walter built fires for me this morning & when I got out of bed I found myself pretty sick. Ma was complaining too we both kept getting worse and about three we sent Snively after the Doctor. He soon came and said that he was afraid that my fever would hang on me for some time. But he did not think that Ma's was quite so bad. Stuart gave me an emetic which I took and it made me as sick as a dog. Went to bed about one. Fortunately Walter & Leonora still are here. SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 1867 Remained in bed the whole of this forenoon as I did not feel able to get up. Walter milked my cows for me & Leonora got breakfast for him and waited on Ma and I very nicely indeed. Got up at twelve and after dressing and cleaning up etc. I read some. Took dinner about four when Walter came back to cut Sunday wood for me. Mr. & Mrs. Wilsons came out towards �night & helped me to do up my chores etc. Later Dr. came and to night he said Ma was doing well. SUNDAY, JANUARY 27, 1867 I felt pretty sick this morning but had to milk and do some other little chores notwithstanding. Mr. Wilson helped me some and Mrs. Wilson made up the beds, got breakfast etc. Ma still improves & I think we will both soon be well. I laid around the forenoon and Lydia Matthews came down in the afternoon and got up a very excellent dinner for us of beef soup etc. Felt much better after eating of it. Unckle McFell was up to see us this morning; we had a good talk. MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1867 I started out this morning to work notwithstanding my ill health. Snively and I shovelled roads and cut up a load of wood by dinner time. In the afternoon we cut up wood in the woodhouse etc. About dark Frank Springer turned up. Personally, I enjoyed the evening talking with him very much; although I had to churn and work butter and sundry other little jobs. Got to bed about twelve. TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1867 Did not get up until daylight this morning. Got breakfast and fixed up things about the house. Springer helped me milk after which we started off for a girl for Ma. Hellen Mcfell promised to help us a while, or until Ma got better. We got to Dover all right & took dinner with Mr. & Mrs. Laird. In the afternoon we called on Mr. Hane's folks; on Mary Jane & on Mr. Bowlby's. At the last place we had a very pleasant time. Got home about sundown. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 1867 Walter Olds built fires for us this morning. I spent most of the forenoon in cutting down and cutting up an oak tree with my man. In the afternoon Frank Springer helped me to saw up a tree with a cross cut saw while Snively got up a load of {wor?} or so. Felt very uncomfortable today from my cold which gave me a bad headache. At night my friend & I had a real pleasant time talking about old college days, smoking etc. This has been a very beautiful day although it was a very cold one. THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 1867 �Franklin and myself started for Simcoe as soon as I could get my chores done and get ready. Got in Simcoe about noon and after doing some shopping started for J. B. Carpenters. Found them all well and spent the afternoon talking and reading the news. Went with Ed and Min to Mr. Duncan McCall's party. Found Mr. Bowlby's folks there from Dover. Louise among the rest. Had an exceedingly good time during the evening. Did not go home until after midnight had long past. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1867 It took Frank & I from midnight until daylight to finish chatting with the young ladies and to get home. Felt rather blue all day to day but knocked around at work mostly all day. Mr. & Mrs. Sweetlove came about noon and made us a nice little visit. They went away about four. Franklin Springer and myself went down to the Port too night to spend the evening at Mr. Bowlby's. Had a very pleasant time if I did feel sleepy. Got home by eleven o'clock. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1867 Felt some better this morning than I did last night as well as Frank. Ground up my hay-knife and when I had finished Mr. Allen Culber & family came together with Unckle Homes & wife. It rained real hard nearly all day and froze nearly as fast as it came. Had a pleasant visit with our folks who went away about five or thereabouts. Snively sawed wood most of the day. Had a good bath tonight as usual. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1867 Was a little lazy this morning in my feelings so that we did not get out to church. I[t] stormed very bad. However, Frank & I spent the forenoon in reading some of our old letters at which we enjoyed ourselves well. We started out for Dover towards night and went to Mr. Herrells. Frank and I {joc?} to {Lea?} with them. Went to church and heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach a very good discourse. Got home again about eleven. Found things all right. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1867 Walter got up first and built fires this morning. I helped Snively to cut up the old "oak tree in the lane." In the afternoon I cut up wood in the woodhouse and churned for Ma at which Frank helped me. We started for the port about five and went to Mr. Wares to spend the evening. I had a good time talking with Mattie Burk & Miss Howell. Saw them home of �course. Sparked the Miss Ella Jones & Frank {here?} until two or so. Cut out some of the poor boys. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1867 George Buck came over this morning. I started for Unckle P. Wykoffs as soon as we could get rady. Got there all right about noon. Took dinner with them & went over to see Miss Bell McCall afterwards, but unfortunately the dear lass was away from home. We went home about five and concluded that I would take a good nights sleep. Snively cut up some wood and drew up a load of s--. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1867 At about nine we started off for another visit. Ma went along with us this time and we went up to Allen {Eaubvers?} for our visit; found the folks at home. Spent the day very pleasantly. Frank put in a good time singing etc. with Miss Culver to the edification of the rest of us. Started on our way home about six stopped at the Missionary meeting in Dover. Before which Frank & I had a good smoke together. Got home & to bed about twelve. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 1867 My old friend started for home this morning about nine. I felt a little bad to see him go, for we have enjoyed our visit together so well. I went to work at drawing in the remainder of the haystack. Snively helped me at it. Got in four good loads by night--which took it all in. Felt a little lonesome too night but Walter came in and took tea which cheered me up some. Felt pretty tired after pitching hay all day. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1867 As soon as Snively and I had finished our chores we started with the big white-faced cow for Carpenters Mead farm. Had a rough journey going out as our cow got away from us and we had a hard time catching her. Saw an awful run-away on the gravel just above Beaupres. Started for home with my thoroughbred Durham bull about one. Fell in with my sister's cow on the way and drove her home too. Got home about four all right only I felt very tired and sore. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1867 �Snively and I spent a good part of the forenoon in cording wood in the woodhouse. We husked corn the remainder of the day. Have about one day's work yet. After doing my chores I had to churn for Ma and do sundry other little jobs. Had my Saturday evening bath as usual. Sorted over a lot of apples etc. This has been a very stormy blustery day. The snow & wind come from the southwest. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1867 This was a very windy cold dreary morning so much so that Mother and I made up our minds not to go to the quarterly meeting which was at Woodhouse today. Stayed at home all day and occupied my time in reading etc. Had a very proffitable and happy day religiously. I have endeavored to consecrate myself ^ wholy unto the Lord and He has blessed me with an outpouring of his spirit. Truly it is good to wait upon the Lord and to walk in his paths. My sincere prayer is that I may never depart from there. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1867 It was pretty cold this morning but the wind blew strong from the South. After doing our chores Snively and I cut wood until noon after which we I put up a door on the west shed for the sheep to go through. Husked corn the remainder of the afternoon at which my man helped me. Caleb Matthews was down {here?} too night. I spent the evening reading, cleaning up my face etc. The weather is becoming a good bit stormy. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1867 The weather begins to moderate. The South wind blows up warm too-day. The forenoon Snively drew up some wood and I helped him to draw up a load of rails and boards. He husked corn in the afternoon and I made a shelter or pen for the chicks under the west shed. I settled up with Snively this evening, we came out all fare and square. Had to churn afterwards. Walter stopped with us again too night. This has not been an extra day religion {cut off} WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1867 Did my chores this morning first thing after breakfast. After which I made a feed box for the cattle. I went up to John Matthews for dinner as this was his birthday. Went up to Georges in the afternoon to sharpen my saw. Bob {Lorrie?} was there and gave me my hay knife. I had a �{spear?} talk with George about his account of threshing against us. Came to the conclusion that I had better pay him. Ma and I got home all right and found things serene. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1867 Got my stock fed in good time and Ma and I started for Dover about ten. I took a grist to mill. The creek was very high down by Smiths on account of the great rain and thaw yesterday. The sleighing was very poor in places. After doing our little chores we went to Mary Janes and took dinner. In the afternoon I called on Mr. Howell to see about some money and had good success. Had my horse shod and we started for home about four. Found all right. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1867 After doing my chores I went out to show Snively where to cut some wood for himself and helped him some. Afterwards I went to work at a sheep rack. Helped Snively to load some of his wood after dinner and then went to work again at my sheep rack. At about five I started for Bucks, got there in good time. Had a good talk with them on matters and things. Got home about nine. This has been a windy cloudy day. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 1867 Walter sharpened my saw this morning before he went away. I went to work at the sheep rack after doing my chores. Got it almost done by noon. In the afternoon I went to look after my boom across the creek under the bridge by Browns. It had broken loose and gone away. {Louise?} Ryerse was over this afternoon. I helped Snively to thresh peas most of the afternoon. Threshed two florins with the horses. It rained this morning. Very windy since. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1867 I went over to the Millright church this morning for a change. Heard their crack preacher, the Rev. Mr. Sumner preach. I was perfectly disgusted with the sermon and made up my mind that it would be some time before I would go there again. Heard Father Messmore in the afternoon after which I stopped to class. Had a pretty good time. Father Messmore stopped all night with us. Had a pleasant talk with him. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1867 �Father Messmore went away home this morning. Snively and myself worked at cutting wood in the corner of the field by Browns. I went to the port towards night with the horse and sulkey. Took Turner some flour and did a little shopping and came home again. After I had got home I had to churn and do my chores. Got through about ten. This has been a very beautiful day just like Spring. I still feel the Lord precious to me. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1867 We have had a cold North East wind too day all day. This forenoon my man and I shoveled snow in the lane, so that in the afternoon we managed to draw up some wood. I cut wood in the afternoon while Snively drove the team. I had to become churning maid again too night not unconciously either. I would not like to be the hired girl. If such was the case missus and I'd fall out. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1867 Did not make a move this morning as soon as I would like. "Early to bed & early to rise" is my motto, if I do find it hard to put it in practise at all times. Snively and I cut some wood in the wood house this morning and in the afternoon he threshed peas with the horses. I broke my bay colt to lead and afterwards helped Snively at the peas. Ma is quite unwell too night with a cold. I spent the evening pleasantly in reading, "My farm of Edgewood," etc. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1867 Mother was pretty sick this morning, so that I had to get breckfast and wait on her most of the forenoon. It commenced snowing pretty hard towards noon and by night we had good sleighing again. Mr. Strand{?} and Mr. Shearer{?} were here just after-noon to see about starting a cheese factory. Threshed two florins{?} of peas afternoon and in the evening I washed dishes for Ma and did other little jobs for her. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1867 I had to get my own breakfast this morning as Ma was very sick. I had to wait on her most of the night. This morning I went up to Wilkinsons to get a girl but did not succeed very well. Elizabeth came home with me to stop a little while. In the afternoon I went out after the Doctor for Ma and after Mary Jane. While my sister was getting ready I went over to Mr. B's to get a look at my "ducky." Saw her of course and had a pleasant little time of it. Received a letter from {friend?} Springer. Got home by nine. �SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1867 Had a very good night sleep last night, and this morning mother was a good deal better. The dr. said that she had every symptom of inflamation of the Bowells. This forenoon I helped Snively at the pea threshing and we got done by dinner-time. In the afternoon we cut some Sunday wood and cleaned some of the peas through the fanning mill. Unckle McFell & wife came to spend the evening; had a pleasant time. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1867 Mother was very sick last night; about two in the morning I went up to John Matthews after Lydia to come and wait on Ma. Mary Jane is still here and is going to stay until Ma gets better. I stayed at home to day until towards night when I went out after the Dr. for ma he said that she would soon be around if she did not catch cold and took her medicine properly. Went to church. Heard Laird preach. Saw my "ducky" of course but could not talk with her. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1867 I was permitted to have a good night's rest last night and felt all right again this morning. Mary Ann Wilkinson came last night and we got her to stay a while with us. My sister and her attended to ma last night. Snively and I cleaned up the peas this forenoon and carried them into the Constables. In the afternoon we cleaned and sifted a lot of tymothy seed, cut wood. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1867 Ma was a considerable better this morning, so I went to work with a hopeful heart. Snively drew up wood before noon while I went over to Peter Ryerse and to Browns to see about cows for the dairy. Did not succeed very well, as their cows were but few. In the afternoon I took Mary Jane to her home and while in Dover called on Mr. Howell. Had a pleasant chat with the old gentleman. On my way home I stopped at Mr. {Strand?} a little while. Got home, and found ma not quite as well as before. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1867 My mother was not quite so well this morning but her sickness seemed to be in spells. Snively and I drew up two loads of hay this morning and in the afternoon Mr. Howell together with numerous other visitors. Unckle Homes & wife came etc. I was brought three hundred �dollars by Mr. Howell. Laird was here and Mr. & Miss {Noll?} etc. etc. Unckle Homes went for the Dr. for mother towards night. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1867 Got my chores done this morning in good time and afterwards I went to Dover after some medicine for my mother. I paid up the store account of Wares and wrote a letter to Mr. Hoyt to inquire about those photographs. Stoped at my sisters on my way home. Got home about noon I found ma about the same. Snively and I cut up some trees in the saw ground for the drag-saw in the afternoon. Mother was not quite as well to night. She complained of being very sick FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 1867 I was very uneasy last night about ma. She was so very sick. I sent for the doctor about ten at night. Towards morning she gradually improved. The Dr. staid all night. In the morning I took aunt Maria to the Port. While there I got several things for ma and after dinner called on Miss Louisa. Had a good time. At three I started for home with my sister. Found ma a good deal easier, than when I left her. This has been a lovely day. SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 1867 Mother was pretty bad this morning. And as for myself I began to feel the effects of being up nights. But Ma is certainly geting better so that I will have a chance to sleep again before long. Laird was out this morning. I went down to pay Grandfather some money to day. gave him two hundred and forty six dollars. I came home with the conviction that he had tried to cheat me out of $100.00 & that I must see him again on the subject. SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 1867 I was called up this morning about two, to see ma who was very bad again. Stayed up with her the rest of the night with my sister. This morning she began to get better and about seven was quite easy. Throug the day there was a great many {one?} to see her notwithstanding the cold wind and storm from the East. Did not enjoy this Sabath as well religiously as I would like but hope that I may be more devoted in the future Went to bed farely early to night. Farewell. MONDAY, MARCH 4, 1867 �Ma was a good deal better this morning. As soon as I had got my chores done I went down to Grandfather's to see about the Mortgage. Had a seedy time with the old gentleman who tried his best to cheat me out of my eyes, almost. Got through at last, gave him my note for ninety dollars. Payable in six months & took the mortgage. Took Mary Jane home this afternoon, & while I was waiting for Miss Howell I went over to see my ducky. TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 1867 {handwritten: Thursday} I found it snowing pretty hard this morning so that the threshers did not come until nine or ten. I went over to James McBrides this morning to get his help but did not succeed. I made out to get John Snively about noon. Got to work after dinner and threshed the cloverseed of from the {shaw} in about three hours. I had a dusty place and when night came it felt as though I had the chill fever. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 1867 After doing my chores this morning I helped Unckle Homes at fixing the Wood-house We managed to get the stairs up and the sleepers in and by night the floor mostly laid. In the afternoon I cleaned out some barrels and filled them with pork. I have some good times talking to the {sendies?} etc. of whom we have a goodly number with us at present. The machine came too night but it is snowing & I am afraid of tomorrow. THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 1867 I had a pretty good time at Mr. B’s last night. Afterwards I went over to Mr. Howell and found Miss Burke there. Had a very pleasant little time. I saw her home and spent some time at Mr. Lairds pleasantly. Miss Howell went home with me. Snively and I got up four loads of hay to day. Unckle Homes and Aunt came to day. He worked at the stairs in the afternoon; in the evening I went to see about the threshers. FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 1867 I set up with mother last night and this morning as a consequence I feel somewhat sleepy. Went to threshing cloverseed again about nine and got done about noon. In the afternoon Unckle Homes & I cleaned up some cloverseed & hung a door at the waggonhouse. Visited with Mr. Howell most of the afternoon and with John Matthews. This has been a beautiful day but the snow has not yet gone but will be soon I fear. �SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 1867 Snively and myself cleaned through the cloverseed this forenoon and cut some wood. In the afternoon I went out to Dover and took Miss Howell home. I went out in the cutter but, as fortune would have it, we had to go on bare ground most of the way. My sister came back with me. It has been a very beautiful day, and what snow there was on the ground had to suffer destruction. Got a letter from Mrs. Hoyt. SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 1867 I had to set up last night as a consequence this has been a sleepy day. Spent the forenoon in cleaning up and sleeping. Rev. Mr. Laird was here just before meeting. I went down to the school-house there was not enough of a congregation to have service, on account of the snow. Mother became a good-deal worse towards night so that I had to go for the doctor. He came out in good time and seemed to think that he could soon check Ma's disease. MONDAY, MARCH 11, 1867 I went down to Mr. Wooddricks this morning to look for a girl for ma. Had pretty good luck. Made some pickle for my pork, after which I took my sister home again. The roads were very bad. While in town I called on Mr. Halls folks. Had a pleasant little chat there. I did some shoping and then went to Mr. Laird for a little while. Saw Mr. Willoughby. Had a nice time. Saw Miss Bowlby on the streets with Miss Douglas. TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 1867 Mrs. Coppway came home with me last night to stay with ma. I went over to P. Ryerse after a clover sieve this morning. Cleaned up cloverseed the rest of the forenoon. Afternoon I split some wood and worked around the woodhouse. Gave the School teacher an order on Mr. Craigie too night. John Matthews came in too night. Mother is still gaining slowly. This has been a warm day but cloudy. We put Charly into drawing wood for the first time. He went first rate. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 1867 I was permitted to have a very good nights rest last night; Mrs. Coppway waited on mother for me. I cut some wood this morning and pickled the pork. Snively drew up a few loads of wood before noon. In the afternoon we cut up a lot of elms etc. ready for the drag saw. It has �been a pretty blustery day and cold. Caleb Matthews was here to night after grass seed. Mother does not seem to get better very fast. THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 1867 I stayed up last night to keep fire and to wait on mother. This morning I went over to Samuel Ryerses to him to saw up my {samwares?} wood but he was not at home. Went after John Snively afterwards but he was not at home. Went home again and cut wood until noon. Afternoon Snively & I cut some more logs for the drag saw until towards night. This has been a very cold day & blustery. Mother is beginning to improve quite fast. FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1867 I went over to Samuel Ryerse’s this morning first thing to see about getting the sawing done. I then went over to James {McBride?} to get him to help but he was not at home. After Breakfast Sam. & I went back to pick out a place to saw. I then went over to Billy Austins to see if he would run the saw. Snively carried some corn to the woodshed & I cut wood etc. towards night I found another {swope?} & then went to Dover. SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 1867 I was at a great debate last night in Schofield's hall did not get home from it until midnight. Stayed up and kept fires the rest of the night. I went over to James McBrides this morning and did some little jobs around. I sent Snively after a {crotch?} to draw logs one for the drag saw. In the afternoon we killed a sheep and dressed it. I went over to J. Barnhardts to get my hair cut. It has been snowing hard most of the day from the east. SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 1867 Had to keep fire last night again for mother. This morning as soon as I could get my chores done and get ready I started for Dover with Mrs. Coppway got there and to church in time to hear the Rev. Mr. Laird preached. After which I went to Mr. Bowlbys to dinner & from there I went to church in the evening. Had the exquisite pleasure of seeing Louisa to church and home again and in the meantime we had a very pleasant talk together. MONDAY, MARCH 18, 1867 �Kept fires for mother again last night and this morning did not feel in very good trim for work. I had to go after James McBride, John Snively & Brown in the morning. We got to sawing about ten and had very good success for by eight we managed to cut up about all our logs that were cut. Ack. Bobby was here in the afternoon a little while. Got {Jimmy?} to take the horse-power away for me after we had finished It was a very favourable day. TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 1867 I was permitted to have an excellent nights rest last night but this morning I was about half sick with a cold. Mother is gradually recovering from her sickness This forenoon Snively and I drew up wood & also in the afternoon. We upset once and spilt out our wood. Frank Ryerse from Port Ryerse was here to dinner to day. He came after clover & tymothy seed. It has been a beautiful day a considerable warmer than of late. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 1867 Kept fires and waited on mother last night but in the spare moments I took some sleep. Started for Simcoe about nine this morning too see about selling my clover & timothy seed. Rode the pet colt (Charly) up for the first time. I took dinner at Mr. Willoughbys and after started for Dover to try my luck there. On my way I stopped at Eber Decons to see a girl. Made a bargain with Schofield for the sale of the grass seed & then went home. THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 1867 It commenced storming this morning & too night there is quite a coat of snow on the ground. Snively got up wood in the forenoon I busied myself at cleaning up cloverseed spliting wood shelling corn and sundry other little jobs. This after-noon we split wood in the woodhouse on account of the storm. Towards night I sorted over some apples toward night. Mother is geting along nicely so much so that I was permitted to have a good nights rest last night. FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 1867 Had a good nights rest last night. It snowed nearly all day to day from the northeast. The foreman Snively and I cleaned up a grist of wheat and this afternoon he drew up wood while I carried my tymothy seed to the barn and cleaned it with the mill made it nice and clean. Towards night I went up to George Matthews after a cloverseed seive. While there I filed my wood saw. Stopped to John Matthews and got my boot mended. Went to Sam. Ryerses afterwards and found a seive. �SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 1867 I sifted my cloverseed this morning as soon as I had finished my chores. Caught a pig for Andrew Smith. Helped Snively draw up wood until noon and this afternoon we drew up three loads, after which I got ready and started for Dover. Rode Charly out and had a very rough time with him. He did not throw me off but came pretty near it. Called at Mr. Halls a few minutes. Going home I had a rougher time than coming. SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 1867 This has been a very stormy day. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here notwithstanding the rain. He took dinner with us. After noon or at three I went to the School-house to meeting. There was only a half dozen or so there so that we did not have preaching but class-meeting we had a very good one. I spent the rest of the day in reading the Guide and doing chores etc. This has been rather a lonesome day on account of the rain, besides I wanted to go to church to night. MONDAY, MARCH 25, 1867 Commenced this new week with somewhat better feelings than usual religiously. Snively and I finished up drawing wood about the middle of the afternoon. I then cut down the straw stack for the sheep’s bedding etc. Afterwards we split a little wood. Spent the evening in writing and afterwards I had a wholesome bath. I am now a little more encouraged about my work. than before, as we have now our Summer wood up. TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 1867 Got up in good time this morning and prepared myself for a trip to mill. I to Dover with my clover- and tymothy seed. Went over to Bucks before starting to find out the Simcoe price. Got to mill about noon & sold the grass seed to Schofield for the cash. In the afternoon I called at Mr. Bowlbys where I had a pleasant time, also at Mr. Howells. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Left two hundred of flour {florin?} at my customers & drove home in the cold wind. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 1867 I found a couple of lambs this morning for the first. During the forenoon and afterwards Snively and I split wood in the woodhouse. Got along very well. Towards night after doing my chores I went to Caleb & George Matthews to pay my threshing bill. While at George's I saw �a young Matthews a few hours old & a fine boy too. Went to the prayer-meeting afterwards where we had a very profitable time. Got home about nine. THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 1867 It was a very cold night last night for March, but there was no lambs frozen to death so that it made no difference with us. Snively and I got up hay again to day from the hay-barn. Got four loads during the day. Spent the evening in looking over my books of etc. etc. Afterwards I took my usual smoke which afforded me of course a wonderful amt. of comfort. I must either get me a companion or else smoke more than I do at present. FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 1867 Made myself scarce this morning from my bed in good time. After doing my chores I started for George Bucks with the horse & cutter. I took some clover & tym. seed for him in the cutter. Worked nearly all day at Georges at making some feeding racks for his sheep. Did not get quite done by dark. Went home after dark and found things all right side up. May Ann Wilkinson talks of leaving us; Alas!! SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1867 This morning I went over to Bucks for the purpose of finishing up the sheep racks for George; got done about noon. In the afternoon I started out in search of a girl in place of Mary Ann who went home this morning. Got to the Port about four and found things all serene. Going home Miss Flora went with me and on my way I stoped at Mr. McFells and prevailed on Hellen to go with me home for a week or so. SUNDAY, MARCH 31, 1867 This was a very beautiful warm sunny Sabath. In the forenoon I stoped at home and read a few pieces in the Guide. William Wilkinson & wife were here to dinner and after dinner we went to meeting at the School-house. It was Mr. {Symbumun?} appointment but he did not attempt to preach but allowed us to have a longer meeting. We had a very good time. Was quite disapointed in not getting out to the Port to night to church as I wanted to see Louise. MONDAY, APRIL 1, 1867 �This is April fool's day at last and a very stormy wet day it was too Tended to my sheep etc. most of the forenoon but towards noon I went to see after my booms along the creek. Found one and made it fast but the other had made off. Found him below the steam mill. In the afternoon Snively and I split wood in the woodhouse. Got one big pile done across the woodhouse. There was two lambs came too-day they got along nicely. Mother is not very well too night I am affraid she will be sick again. TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 1867 I found my lambs all right this morning, and myself also, as a natural consequence. Snively and myself split wood too day. Got quite a good bunch split up before night. We have now almost filled the woodhouse wood & hope it will dry some time. Lost another lamb too night, I am afraid, from my carelessness in not looking after them as I should. I will do better toomorrow. This has been a lovely day. The {Dundass?} man was here too night. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1867 Mr. Westin from Scotts implement factory of Dundas stopped all night with us last night. Had a pleasant chat with him. I took my mother & help Flora up to John Matthews this morning. The roads are very very bad. Snively and I split & piled wood again too day. Finnished another pile. Had the ill luck to lose two fine lambs too day. Hang the luck. I attended prayermeeting too-night. There was only a few there but had a good time. THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 1867 After seeing to my lambs, doing my chores etc. I started for Dover to get some medicine for ma. I rode Charley out. The roads were very bad. Before starting home I stopped to see Mrs. Hall had a very pleasant little visit with her. Recieved a letter from Springer in which there was a photograph. Got home by noon. It rained in the afternoon so that I had a chance to visit with Mr. Howell who was here on a visit. FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 1867 It was still raining this morning. Found my sheep all right except one lamb which had kicked the bucket not long since. Talked with Mr. Howell most of the forenoon and did some little jobs arround the barn. This afternoon I tore loose the old fence by the woodhouse. George Buck & I went up to Matthews towards night. Saw George's big boy. Spent the evening at home at churning and reading etc. �SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 1867 Worked a while at my fence this morning. Towards noon I went over toe Mr. Woodricks to see after a girl but she was not well enough to work yet. I went from there over to Bucks had all the sugar I wanted to eat and my dinner too. Towards night I went to the Port to see after a man. Took Charley to Mr. Bowlbys. Got some advice from him. Saw my {mare?} & came home. SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 1867 This was a beautiful morning, & a very lovely day. After I had washed myself and dressed I spent my time in reading mostly until three. When I went to preaching at the School-house. The Rev. Mr. Laird was there. We were favoured with a good time at class meeting. I went out to Dover to church this evening & took Miss Flora Wilson home. Heard {Work?} & Laird preach again too night. Had an awful time going home the old plank too night. MONDAY, APRIL 8, 1867 Felt rather blue this morning after my awful ride last night. Went out to the Port this morning to hire a man. I agreed to give him fourteen dollars and fifty cents per month for six months. Before going home I got Charly shod before I went home in the rain & found Haris and Samuel Ryerse there to ring my Bull and pigs. We soon did the job after which I went to see Sam's horse and made a trade with him. TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 1867 Snively and I went to work at drawing in turnips this morning. My new man Thos. Grant came this morning and worked too day. We got in one pit of turnips and the mangels and carrots. Samuel Ryerse and I changed horses this morning. This afternoon I took the meat out of the pickle and hung it up today and smoke. Tended to my sheep and pigs etc. and then went up to Matthews after a turkey hen. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 1867 Got up in good time this morning. Hereafter I have concluded to get up at five instead of six. My man found a considerable fault about board this morning and said that he guesed he had better leave. I told him he had better stay a little while yet for I did not know weather I could �get another man or not. It rained most of the day. We could not do much on account of it. Snively, John was here too night, he has not yet a place so good bye old man. THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 1867 Thomas Grant my new hired man went away this morning. He was rather to green an Irishman to answer my purpose so I started him. I hired John Snively yesterday so that I am sure of help yet. He will be on soon. Snively spilit rails too day, in the chopping. I worked arround the house most of the day at a picket fence from the woodhouse to the lane. I had to churn to-night which I did not relish very well as I was tired beforehand. This was a beautiful day. FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 1867 This was another beautiful morning. Snively split rails to day. In the afternoon I went up to W. Wilkinsons and had my jacket full of sugar. It was excellent. Mother, and Hellen went up in the morning. I rode my new mare too day for the first tie. She is a frisky beast and very full of life. Andrew Smith was here and set out a grap vine for me too day, for which I am to give him a peacock. SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1867 I felt a little better this morning than usual so much so that I did some heavy jobs before noon, build fence, puting up {bases?} etc. After dinner I took mother out to the Port for the first time in about three months. Attended the conservative meeting, and towards night went over to Bowlbys but found the folks all gone except Hellen who gave me some music. Left mother at Mary Janes and got home myself about eight found Hellen all right. SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 1867 It looked a little like rain this morning, but I started to the Port and got there and got my horse just out in time for church. After church mother took dinner at Mr. Howells. After dinner I run in to Mrs. Laird and to Mrs. Halls and finally to see Miss Bowlby who I found at home & alone in all her glory. Enjoyed myself very much especially at the latter place. Saw Miss Burke just before starting home. Ma went home with me. MONDAY, APRIL 15, 1867 �It has, this morning, still the appearance of rain. but it did not commence fairly until the afternoon. Snively did not work this forenoon but this afternoon he washed {hens?} & helped me in the woodhouse at my picket fence. I spent the forenoon in geting things ready for seeding. but did not succeed in geting my drill in working order, but the cultivators and one harrow are all right. It is a splendid growing shower. TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 1867 It has stopped raining this morning although it is still cloudy. I started out to help Snively cut up some wood. this morning for himself but Mr. Wright came for some wheat so I had to go & clean it up for him. Let him have five Bu. for $1.60 per Bu. This afternoon I set a couple of gate posts and afterwards went up to George's to sharpen a saw and make a chisel handle. It is actually raining, again. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1867 This was a beautiful morning and day, and we had a very drying wind. John Man and {us?} fixed a couple of booms accross the creek between him and us. After we got our job done Snively and I went to drawing up lumber and edging from the old water sawmill. Andrew Smith worked in the garden too day cleaning currant bushes etc. Mrs. Matthews took dinner with us too day. Went to prayer meeting too-night. Had a good time. THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 1867 Another beautiful morning, than which we could not have a nicer. Truly we should be very thankful to God for his great goodness. I had the fence arround the calf pasture made a little higher so as to put the bull in after a while to have him {hurry?}. We got in a hole of potatoes this after-noon and I opened a long under-ground drain back of the barn which had been stoped up for a long time at the lower extremity. FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 1867 I went to Dover this morning as soon as I could get ready, to sell my eggs, before Easter. Was quite surprised to see the stores all closed but soon found out that it was 'Good Friday.' It took me until about five o'clock to get what groceries I wanted; my news-papers etc. In the mean time I called on Miss E. Jones and also on Miss Howell & Miss Burke where I enjoyed myself as well as usual. �SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 1867 The season is far advanced for the seed-time but God has promised a seed-time & harvest; as of course it will come. Too-day I started two teams on the oat-field by McBrides. My two colts went very well indeed. The earth was somewhat hard, which doubtless comes from the abundance of rain which we have had of late. George Buck was here for dinner. I have felt the witness to-day & have been happy in the Lord. SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 1867 This is Easter Sunday, the day on which some eighteen hundred years ago the Resurection of our blessed Lord, it is said, took place. Surely we should praise the Lord with all our hearts for his great love in laying down his life for our sakes. I did the work for mother this morning, mostly {Sick?} Buck was here for a while. In the afternoon I took mother out to Mary Janes, to take care of {Nilla?} who is sick with the measles. Was dissappointed badly too-night. MONDAY, APRIL 22, 1867 I was troubled last night with a touch of the blues but I have concluded to cast all trouble aside and make the best of my disappointment. It has rained nearly all day and with-all it has been pretty cold. Snively and I cleaned out the wagon-house and prepared our cultivaters drills ploughs etc. for work. This afternoon C. Matthews & I went to Smiths to consult on hiring a School Teacher for this Section. Mrs. {Cheily?} is a candidate. TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 1867 John Snively came to day for the first. I have hired him for six months at sixteen dollars per month. I sent him after a girl this morning. We spent the day in leting off water, and sundry other little jobs. I hope that we will be able to go at our seeding again too-morrow, if it doesn’t rain we will, D. V. I am tired of keeping bach. and am glad that it is so nearly at an end, as I expect the girl in the morning. Spent the morning in reading, & writing to Springer. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 1867 I started both teams to work this morning on the oat-field but it commenced snowing about ten so they had to turn out. I hung a gate before noon, and after-noon all hands of us went to geting out earth from under the wagon-house where I intend to make an under-ground �shelter for sheep, I went to Dover too-wards night but ma did not want to come home until she had seen the doctor so I had to walk home & such a walk. THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 1867 I worked at the fence in the door yard nearly all day. In the forenoon Snively and his man John got up three loads of hay from the ten acre lot. In the afternoon they worked the one at ploughing and the other at cultivating. I expected ma from Dover this morning but lo! she did not get home until afternoon. John worked the two colts together this afternoon for the first time. They went very well. Spent the evening in reading and writing, etc. as usual. FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 1867 This has been a beautiful day but did not get much work done. John did not come & Mr. Snively spent the forenoon in doctoring his old cow, for the hollow horn. He ploughed in the afternoon. I worked in the forenoon at doing chores and leting off water etc. In the afternoon dug a few ditches and finished my fence in the door-yard did the chores at night. It looks like rain too night. Hope it will not come. SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1867 Snivelys old cow was pretty sick this morning and towards night she went the way of all the earth. I did chores most of this forenoon, as usual spread manure etc. This afternoon I dug a ditch to let off a pond of water back of the barns. Snively ploughed all day. James McBride came too night with a cow. I had to churn after my other work was done which is a little unpleasant when tired. SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 1867 This has been another beautiful day, although it has been rather cold. Spent the forenoon mostly in doing chores cleaning up etc. G. N. B. was here a little while this morning. In the afternoon I spent a few hours in reading the Guide etc. Went too the school-house too meeting at three. Heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach. Had class-meeting afterwards. Captain McFell was leader. Had a very good meeting. MONDAY, APRIL 29, 1867 �I scratched out of bed in good time this morning. John came too day so that I could set both teams to work on the oat field. They got done cultivating a little after noon when John went to drilling oats with the colts. Got about two acres and a half done. I spent the day in doing little jobs arround one place and another. Made a pair of {bans?} in the afternoon. In the forenoon Clarke was here after Tym. Seed. It looks very like rain too night. TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 1867 It rained this morning so that we could not do anything more at our seeding. John and I went after some black rasp-bery bushes and we next went down the creek to see about a boom. We found it, floated it down the creek and brought it home with the horses. In the afternoon it cleared off so that we went to work again. Mr. Snively to ploughing and John to drilling in oats. I put up a pair of {bans?} and fixed the fence by the wagonhouse. TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1867 This has been a very disagreeable day. We have had a very heavy rain against and the ground is soaking wet. In the forenoon John did not come but his father went up to George’s to get some plough irons sharpened and this afternoon he spread manure etc. John & I got a couple of booms up the bridge by Browns. This forenoon I went down to Mr. Smiths to see about hiring a Schoolteacher. Too night I went down to prayer-meeting. There was only one besides myself. THURSDAY, MAY 2, 1867 It was a very cold morning this morning, in fact it was about like winter. John Man was here with a cow. My two oxen both ploughed all day in the field back of the barn. I spent the forenoon in digging ditches, talking to John Man, etc. This afternoon I made a frame for Ma's honey-suckle and did several other jobs. Spent the evening in writing out an agreement between us Trustees and our new School Teacher. FRIDAY, MAY 3, 1867 It was a very cold morning this morning for this time of the year. There was about 3/4 inches of ice out of doors. It was a pretty cold day. John & his father ploughed this forenoon and afternoon Mr. Snively and I drained the oat field while John finished up sowing or drilling in the oats. In the evening I went over to John Mans to do some business about school matters. It took all the evening or until about ten o'clock. �SATURDAY, MAY 4, 1867 It still remains cold but before night it became quite warm and it has been raining a little. The two Snivelys both ploughed all day. In the afternoon I went to the Port with mother and after doing my business I went to Mr. Lairds and took tea. Met with a number of strange incidents in my business {Jones?} of {Hal Jones?}. I had company home as John McBride rode home with me in the dark. SUNDAY, MAY 5, 1867 This is the Sabath of our last Quarterly Meeting but it rained this morning so that it looked as though I would not be able to get out. But I went out in the rain & heard part of the sermon. After preaching I saw Mr. Laird dip two {young?} men from Mount Zion in the lake. Took dinner at Mr. Howells & went over to Mr. Bowlby to tea with Mother. We started home before church on account of the rough roads and dark nights. MONDAY, MAY 6, 1867 It still continues to rain & to all human eyes it would look rather unpromising as a seed time. But God's promises are sure & certain. Oh! how great is his goodness I feel that I can say "Praise the Lord oh my Lord praise ye the Lord." We worked at a gate in the forenoon & in the afternoon John went to Jarvis. While his father & I got in the last hold of potatoes. They were saved splendidly. TUESDAY, MAY 7, 1867 Got both teams started at the plough this forenoon again. but Mr. Snively & I got in the remainder of the turnips first. John & I went to Dover in the afternoon with a load of wheat. We took the colts out for the first time and I was much pleased with their actions. Got $1.90 for my wheat at the Miller. Had a cold ride home but got there all right about nine. Recd. a letter from my old college friend {Rowsom?}. WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1867 John & Mr. Snively ploughed all day in the field back of the barn. They almost finished the field. I did little jobs as usual all day; such as dig ditches, spade in the garden and in the afternoon I managed to get the boom chained up at the bridge at Browns. I went to prayer- �meeting too-night where I had to act as leader for the first time. It was rather hard but proffitable. THURSDAY, MAY 9, 1867 It is now geting dry enough so that we can proceed with our seeding. John & Mr. Snively finished ploughing the hill north of the waggon-house and harrowed a while before night. I spent the day in fixing fence arround the door-yard. did not get my job near done before night. Spent the evening in reading "My Farm of Edgewood." I still find that my hope is fixed on Jesus. FRIDAY, MAY 10, 1867 It still continues fine weather so that we get along nicely with our seeding. Mr. Snively & John harrowed the piece of round north of the wagon-house and towards night John went to drilling. I worked arround the barn most of the forenoon and this afternoon did some more little jobs arround the house etc. Mary Ann Wilkinson was here too-day. I had to churn again too-night and afterwards I read some. SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1867 My men both continued on at the seeding. John finished up the field back of the wagonhouse before noon and afterwards they both harrowed back of the barn the rest of the day. I got the drain back of barn partly fixed again in the forenoon besides cleaning up some barly etc. After dinner I went to Dover on foot and coming back I got a chance to ride with James McBride. Here ends another week another week nearer etc {illegible} SUNDAY, MAY 12, 1867 I have asked God to bless this day to my souls glorified wellfare & He has done it, for which I bless his most Holy Name. I have not felt very well too day from my own carelessness yesterday. In the forenoon I read mostly in one of the old Guides. Attend meeting after dinner and although I did not feel any great desire to go yet I was richly blessed. It is my most ardent desire to live nearer to God & to be more useful. MONDAY, MAY 13, 1867 �It commenced raining this morning about five & kept raining off and and on most of the day. We finished a gate this morning and afterwards John & his father went to ploughing until noon in the potatoe patch. This afternoon they cleaned up some wheat and then we went to work at fixing up some booms along the which kept us until night. I have been troubled with the toothache some for a while back & must have the dentist to work at it before long if it don't stop. TUESDAY, MAY 14, 1867 We were favoured with an old fashioned rain last night so that we could do nothing much today, so I sent John to mill and his father went with him. Mother and myself went up to Woodhouse while there I went to Unckle {Glower's?} where we took dinner and tea at John Gilberts. I leveled the plot of ground where pa was buried and made it look a little better. It has been a very cold blustery stormy day like March. Got home all right. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 1867 There was a rainbow this morning & as a matter of course we had a very stormy day. John and his father ploughed the potatoe patch this forenoon and in the afternoon John harrowed in the field back of the barn while his father ploughed the strawberry patch. I spent the day as usual in doing sundry little jobs arround the house such as clean out the cellar fill the back etc. Went to prayer-meeting too-night where there was only two of us. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 1867 My two men both worked at harrowing too day in the field back of the barn. They got it ready to sow by night, but it has much the appearance of rain too night. I tore down the old beach, moved it & filled it with ashes for {and?} this forenoon besides I carried a lot of leached ashes away into the garden. Salted the sheep and found them all right excepting a lack of pasture. George Buck brought my papers from Dover and a letter from Granger. FRIDAY, MAY 17, 1867 It looked very much like rain this morning however it did not rain until after John and I had got the seed wheat from Smiths and got nicely too work drilling. The rest of the forenoon we worked arround the barn cut some pigs etc. In the afternoon John went to drilling again and Mr. Snively to dragging the straw-berry patch and afterwards to sowing cloverseed. I dug some in the garden and set out strawberry plants, and set out the Chillian wheat. �SATURDAY, MAY 18, 1867 Here it is, Saturday once more. Mr. Snively finished sowing cloverseed this morning and then he ploughed his garden. He then commenced ploughing the pea-ground by Browns. John got some seed wheat from Worth this morning and then finished sowing. In the afternoon we went to the Port. I too {took} another small bag of wheat to the miller. Mary Jane came home with us too-night with her family. It is warmer now than it was. SUNDAY, MAY 19, 1867 Mary Jane and her man were here last night & stopped until too night when I took Mary Jane home. My man had a colt last night ("Jessie") and a fine one too. Mr. Laird took dinner with us too day. I went to meeting after noon at the schoolhouse. Heard a good and proffitable sermon & had a refreshing time at one class-meeting. Took Mary Jane home too-night & had to come back in the rain. Got back all right however. MONDAY, MAY 20, 1867 It had stopped raining this morning but the ground was wet so I sent John to Jarvis to get the plough sharpened while his father ploughed in the field by Browns all day. John rooled the barley-field in the afternoon. As for myself, I had to clean up some wheat for George Matthews who sent after twelve bushels. In the afternoon I worked at fixing up fence along the creek. I have made a new start on my journey home. May God help me to keep it. TUESDAY, MAY 21, 1867 John worked at rooling wheat most of the forenoon while his father ploughed. In the afternoon it rained very hard so that we could not work out. As a consequence we carried on the work of excavation under the wagonhouse. I got the fence fixed up so as to keep the cattle out of the oats and springwheat. I have not enjoyed much of the love of "God" in my heart too day and I begin to think that there must be a deficiency somewhere, which I am asking my Heavenly Father to show me. WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 1867 It still had the appearance of rain this morning and it commenced again about nine. John did not come too day. Mr. Snively and I shelled corn before noon, and in the meantime had quite a conflab with Caleb Matthews about Anexation. This afternoon we worked at cleaning up �corn & wheat, and afterwards we worked at making gates until after four. I have not felt much of "Gods" grace in my soul to day, but feel that it is my own fault. THURSDAY, MAY 23, 1867 It rained all night last night and it has continued raining nearly all day. This forenoon Mr. Snively and I got out more earth from under the wagonhouse. Towards noon we went out and fixed up the fence around the field by Browns. In the afternoon we worked under the wagonhouse. John did not work to day but went to Dover. He got our mail for us. Spent the evening in reading and cuting Canada Farmers etc. Enjoyed the blessing of my Heavenly Father too day more than yesterday. FRIDAY, MAY 24, 1867 This is the birthday of Her Majesty and as such I suppose must be kept sacred. Mother and I started for town about ten but did not get there in time to see the performances of the {Buttonart}. Spent the day in visiting our friends generally and enjoyed it very much of course. I was favoured with a very pleasant walk with Miss Hattie Burke in the evening. Got home about eleven. SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1867 As soon as possible mother I started for Simcoe got there about eleven. Went to Mr Murphy and had dinner. Settled up some little accounts with H {Missence?} & Dr. {Goverston?} in the meantime. Went with ma to Mr. Wells in the afternoon and afterward did a little shopping. We had a very heavy shower of rain about six o'clock and as a consequence we had a very muddy ride home. Got there all right however. SUNDAY, MAY 26, 1867 This was rather a beautiful morning after the storm but we could not go out to church on account of the bad roads. Spent the forenoon in reading and such like; in the afternoon I attended meeting at the school-house where Mr. Ware preached. After meeting we had our class-meeting as usual; had a pretty good time. Spent the remainder of the day in reading in St. Johns Gospel with great proffit. MONDAY, MAY 27, 1867 �John came this morning He and his father went to ploughing in the sod field by Brown's. Continued at it all day. I started of with Jessie to take her to the Stallion. I first went to Jarvis and then up to Isaac Wycoffs where I found him. The horse belongs to Isaac and is a fine one. I had a muddy time going home as I went through the sideroad from the town line to my place. Had to swim the creek. TUESDAY, MAY 28, 1867 John and his father went to ploughing this morning but it soon commenced raining so that they had to turn out. They went to ploughing again this afternoon. I righted up a boom up by Browns this morning. Mr. Laird came in the afternoon or rather took dinner with us. He came to see about getting a horse in exchange for his own runaway mare. I hung a gate in the lane. WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 1867 The weather was quite a good deal warmer this morning and has been improving ever since. John & his father ploughed too day. Peter Snively helped with his horse & plough. I have employed this day in doing a great many little chores etc. To night I went to prayermeeting, but it so happened that I alone constituted the whole congregation; however I was proffited by going. THURSDAY, MAY 30, 1867 My two men ploughed again too-day, but in the forenoon John furrowed out the potatoe patch prepared the carrot ground etc. They have almost finished ploughing the field for Brown. This forenoon I fixed a fence across the creek by McBrides. Dr. Sovereign {Loversign?} was here this morning after seed potatoes. I gave him a bushel. I planted the carrots this afternoon and also some other jobs besides. FRIDAY, MAY 31, 1867 Mr. Snively finished ploughing in the field by Browns while John ploughed {illegible} {Bart?} Snively in the big field. Towards night Mr. Howell came from Dover to let us know about a surprise party for Mr. Laird to night so mother and I went out and had a good time. There was quite a number present and Mr. Laird was presented with a purse of nearly thirty dollars. Mother and I did not get home until after mid {illegible} �SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 1867 It was cold last night but no frost. I harrowed with one horse while the old jentleman sowed peas. Mr. Ware came about noon to see about geting a hay mow. We soon made a trade--he agreeing to give me $15.00 to boot. John & I hitched up the new horse after dinner but he baulked so I took him back. Haw agreed to give me $30 to boot and said that the horse was true as a nail. SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 1867 We have had another beautiful rain for making things grow, as it was very warm. Truly God is Good. We did not have our minister to discuss with us to-day however he gave us an excellent sermon notwithstanding our little number on account of the rain. I have been much proffited too-day at reading the blessed Bible & my Saviour has been pleased to manifest himself to me in an especial manner. MONDAY, JUNE 3, 1867 We washed the sheep this forenoon at which my two men and Jessie McBride helped. We got along nicely. This afternoon Mr. Snively & John harrowed on the pea-ground while I ploughed potatoes etc. I have been enabled to keep my vows with the Lord this day, for which I bless his most holy name. I have felt much of the {love?} of my maker and have much peace and happiness of mind TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 1867 Mr. Snively and John finished up geting in the peas this forenoon and in the afternoon they helped me to plant potatoes. I worked at planting all day. We did not get quite done. I have felt much of the goodness & love of my Saviour too-day and I feel {that?} I am growing in grace. I believe that I never felt so much peace of mind as I have enjoyed during the last week or so, & I think I never felt such a dread of sin. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 1867 Nell foalded last night. The colt was very weak and we had had to lift him up once in a while all day. Mr. Snively & John & I finished the potatoes and John ploughed the garden. This afternoon they did not work. I went to mill & took a grist together with some wheat to mill. Got �back in good season. Weastbrook was there to-day & Mr. Murphy. Have had some precious sessions of prayer to-day for which I feel thankful. THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 1867 Mr. Snively started for Dorchester this morning. John did not come to-day so that I am alone at present. Spent the day in doing chores arround the house. In the morning I put up some fence and stopped some hog holes etc. It has been a very warm day to-day and things are growing finely. I planted a lot of manzel seed too-day. I have not felt as much of the love of God to-day as is my privilege. FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 1867 John came this morning & worked to-day or rather this forenoon. in the afternoon he went up to Boston. We fixed up some fences and planted a lot of mangels. This afternoon mother and I went to Dover. The weather is at present very warm & has been for some time. I called on Miss Hattie Burke this afternoon & had a pleasant time. Have not felt well to-day and I have a bad cold. SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 1867 I started for Simcoe this morning I had Grandfather to go with me to have the mortgage discharged but did not get the job done as we did not have a transfer from {Henry?} to himself. We took dinner at the North American Hotel. On the way home I called at Mr. McFells for ma got home before dark. I have this day a spirit of Thankfullness to my God for his goodness & tender mercy. SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 1867 This was a beautiful morning in fact the whole day has been very lovely. Mother and I went out to Dover this morning to church. We came home right after church. Spent the afternoon in such a sleepy way as not to make it very proffitable. I have not enjoyed as much to-day as have before, but I confess that the fault lays at my own door. I still feel the necessity of becoming more holy. MONDAY, JUNE 10, 1867 �I went up to John Matthews & from thence to Caleb & George {illegible} on business. Got home again about ten. Spent the remainder of the forenoon in fixing fences and a pair of {farrs?}. This afternoon I visited a good part of the time with Mr. Howell but I managed to fix the fence back of the barn in the lane. I have not felt much of God’s love today and too night. Feel quite sad about my waywardness. TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 1867 Got up some {grass?} for John. {himself & C & Henry?} this morning and afterwards went to Dover. Got my horse shod and business finished and a great many other jobs done. Got home about four or five & then took up a horse to “{illegible}” for him to go after his sulky with. Have not had much enjoyment to-day religiously speaking but still trust in God. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1867 We were favored with a beautiful shower this morning. First thing this morning we fixed the fence accross the creek. We then got up the sheep and got to shearing after noon and by eight we got about 32 done. Both John & his father helped me to day. I have felt much better today than yesterday and have been favoured with some blessed seasons of prayer. THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 1867 Mr. Snively and John helped me to finish shearing the sheep this forenoon and this afternoon The old jentleman & I took Charley to drive single. This afternoon John did not work but harrowed his pease. Towards night I took the two mares up to Irwins & did not get back until dark. I have not enjoyed very much of the spirit of my Heavenly Father too day. FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 1867 This morning I started for {Nelson?} with Charley he went along first rate and took me through in good time. Stoped at Caledonia for dinner one hour or so and at Hamilton on the mountain for water etc. I was very fortunate in finding the road through in fact it seemed as though the Lord lead me. I have felt much of his goodness tooday & too night & feel very grateful for the many {illegible} which he gives me. SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 1867 �Frank took me over his place this forenoon and after dinner we started for the Camp-Ground we did not get there in time for service and started for home again just night. I got acquainted with Franks sisters & a number of others and had a very pleasant time. The {illegible} were not altogether ready for the meeting from all appearances, as they were not all settled down. SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1867 I remained on the camp ground last night & slept with old {Nelson?} Springer got up in good time this morning and attended the prayermeeting at six. Helped the girls get breakfast and afterwards to wash dishes etc. Heard two sermons this forenoon one delivered by the Rev. Dr. E. {Ryerse?}. There was two other sermons in the afternoon. The ground was so awfully crowded that we could not take much comfort or good of the {illegible}. MONDAY, JUNE 17, 1867 I remained at the ground again last night and had a pretty good nights sleep. The sermons of too-day were very good in fact excellent. but their good effect was most effectually newtralized by the retiring minister of the circuit Mr. Turner who is very fond of showing his authority. The Rev. Mr. Laird was on the ground too-day. Frank came up too-night about eight. TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 1867 I was very much taken up with the singing of the birds this morning. There is a lot of very delightful singing birds in the woods here. It was very cold last night. The services of too-day were spoiled by Mr. Turner as usual. The spirit of the meeting seems to be spoiled by him. My work too-day was pleasantly done in fact I like to wait on the girls so much that it don't seem to me like work. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 1867 I helped the girls to get their work out of the way, which is of course a pleasant task. We had a very excellent meeting this forenoon in the absence of the notorious Mr. Turner. The most important feature of the morning's meetings was Frank's re-conversion which was a Glorious time for myself as well as for Mr. Springer & the girls. We {illegible} home too night. Frank & the girls & myself got home about twelve. THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 1867 �The Campmeeting folks did not get home last night until twelve and as a consequence we slept rather late this morning. As soon as we could get ready we started for the campsmeeting. I had the good fortune to have the company of Miss Springer on the way up. Of the high moral standing of this young lady I am very highly impressed. We saw the campmeeting close & then went home again. Clement went with us. Had a good time visiting. FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 1867 Started this morning for home But before starting I had a very pleasant time with Frank and his sisters, the latter more especially. Took my departure about half past nine. In going home-ward too-day I went up the Dundas street as far as I could go and then turned southward and got on the Governors road and kept it to within four miles of Beauxford. Got at Mr. Hoyts about four spent the evening pleasantly. SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 1867 I remained at Mr. Hoyt's last night and this morning started for home again this morning and had the good fortune to get there by noon found things all right. Mother had gone to Dover to see Mr. Laird about my safety. Spent the the afternoon in doing chores salting sheep cows etc. Found the things in good condition. John Saunders has been here in my absence. & I think that I will go down to see him too night. SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 1867 I stayed all night with my old fried John Saunders. This morning we went to meeting at {Lancaster?}. John had to preach. We took dinner at a Mr. Livingstones. I took my sister and little Netty out home too-night and afterwards went to church where I heard the Rev. Mr. Laird preach an excellent sermon. I have enjoyed the exercises very well and my private prayer has also been very precious. I can now say of a truth that "I am the Lords & he is mine." SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 1867 I did not get home from church last night until late. Saw Hattie Burke for the last time as she is soon to be married. Spent the forenoon in working arround the house hived a swarm of bees but after dinner they went off. Mother & I did up the wool. Mr. {Loversigh?} and lady were here this evening and made us a nice little visit. John ploughed on the orchard too day �& Mr. Snively {illegible} arround the apple trees {illegible}. I have spent a happy day too-day; the Lord has blessed my soul abundantly. MONDAY, JUNE 25, 1867 Started for Dover this morning with my wool. Got along well with it. Sold it to Schofield for .30 per pound. Got home again by noon. This afternoon I cleaned off the buggy & afterwards went down to Grandfathers after a {transfers?}. John ploughed too-day in the orchard while his father dug arround the trees. I have felt much of the love of God to day in fact I have been happy in his love. TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 1867 All hands of us went to work this morning at our strawberry vines corn and potatoes. John cultivated out the potatoes before noon. We almost finished out the potatoes before night. I can now say as I never could say before the last few weeks or since the camp meeting, My whole purpose is now to glorify my maker in all that I do and I feel that he blesses me with a clean heart. I now feel his presence all the day long and my soul is indeed happy. THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 1867 Mother and I started for the carding machine about seven. Mother started for stopped at Robert {Culkers?} & I did the carding business. Took dinner at Roberts and then went to Simcoe called at the Registry Office on business. Charly got frightened at Mr Wells while tied there and broke both {tills?} It was from an old squeaking wheelbarrow. We got home alright. My men worked on the Road to-day. FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1867 We had to work on the road too-day by night. we put on seven days out of twelve. Both John & his father helped me of course. Mr. Laird & Mrs. {Copper?} were here too-day & made us a good long visit. Hattie was {here?} married a few days ago at Mr. Lairds to a Mr. {illegible}. I have not enjoyed my religion too-day as much as I might have enjoyed it. O that the Lord would help me to overcome my weaknesses {entirely?}. SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1867 �As soon as possible I got started for the grist mill. On the way I took E. Andersons sulkey home. While in Dover I went to see Mary Jane and several others. Got home about three o'clock. My men both worked on the roads too-day. Mrs. & Miss Howell were both here toonight. Too-day I have enjoyed much of the fullness of the spirits. The Lord has indeed blessed my soul. I am fully determined to be holy with the Lords help. SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 1867 Spent this forenoon in endeavoring to improve my spiritual knowledge. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here to dinner. Attended church in the afternoon where I was considerably profited. We had a good classmeeting afterwards. Spent the remainder of the day in writing a letter to E. S. and also in reading the sermons of William Carvosso. I have felt felt much of the goodness of God to-day. He still gives me the same peace which he gave me yesterday. MONDAY, JULY 1, 1867 This is the first day of the Confederated Provinces of Canada. Mother and I started for Dover about eight. There was an incredibly large crowd of people there during the day. There was about {500?} Volunteers present also the {Gunboat} {Briliance?}. The Soldiers were put through their drill and afterwards fired "Feu de Joye." Spent the day in looking on of course. Took dinner at the Bowlsbys & had a pleasant time. I have felt well too-day religiously. TUESDAY, JULY 2, 1867 My men worked at hoeing out mangels & carrots to-day. In the forenoon I helped them. This afternoon I put together the mower and went up to George Matthew's to get some repairing done for the mower and horse-rake &c. Spent the day also in a happy frame of mind. The Good Lord has been very near to bless my poor soul and to make me happy. It is indeed a good thing to serve the Lord. WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 1867 Got to work with the mower this morning in pretty good time and cut down two pieces of clover before night. Mr. Wilson & his lady were here the afternoon & to tea. Mr. Snively hoed & {wed?} carrots too-day & John cut arround stumps with the scythe. I went to prayer meeting too-night but there was no one there. I have enjoyed my religion much too-day. THURSDAY, JULY 4, 1867 �I went to work this morning with the mower this forenoon cut about four acres in the field in front of the house. Mr. Snively hoed carrots beforenoon & this afternoon he worked in the hay-field. John cut arround the stumps this forenoon & this afternoon raked hay with the old mare. It has had the appearance of rain this forenoon in fact all day but it has not come yet. The Lord has been with me too-day, and blessed me abundantly. FRIDAY, JULY 5, 1867 Mother and I started for Dover this morning. I had to see about getting the mortgage discharged. Had a {illegible} successful time with my business. We took dinner with Mr. Hall's people & spent a few moments with them very pleasantly. We were favored with a very beautiful rain last night and it is raining again too-night. Surely the Lord is good and to his mercies there is no end. I have not enjoyed as much today as yesterday. SATURDAY, JULY 6, 1867 Mrs. Chesly came over this morning and wanted me to help her make out the half yearly School report. It took us the whole of the forenoon and then we did not finish up the Report. John Snively went up to the carding mill to-day after his rools. The old jentleman hoed most of the day. I went down to Smiths and up to Caleb Matthews to get their signatures. I have felt very happy part of to-day while praying & contemplating the goodness of God. SUNDAY, JULY 7, 1867 Mother & I staid at home to-day expecting to have father Messmore to preach for us. But he did not come. For reasons which I cannot tell. Spent the day in trying to grow in grace to in the knowledge of the truth, as it is in Jesus. I have not felt well to-day, having suffered much with the tooth-ache. But notwithstanding all I feel that it is indeed a good thing to serve the Lord, "for his yoke is easy & his burden light." MONDAY, JULY 8, 1867 As soon as I could get started this morning I went to work mowing for Peter Snively on Bucks place. In the meantime he worked for me in the hay in my place. I cut about six acres and a half when I had to quit work on account of rain. My men did a pretty good job to-day, they got me three loads besides raking & putting up about four or five acres. I have enjoyed much confidence too-day in my maker for which I praise him. �TUESDAY, JULY 9, 1867 John did not come this forenoon. I sowed the orchard with Buckwheat and Mr. Snively harrowed it in today. This afternoon I cut {pease?} with the mower in the field in front of the house. John cut around the fence. Just night an awful accident happened me. The mower upset while going around the hill and never broke a thing excepting the seat. O how great is the goodness of God How manifold are his mercies. WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 1867 I had to repair my mower a little this morning before I could go to work. Finished up the field in front of the house by noon. Mr. Snively rooled the orchard this forenoon and John cut around fences & stumps raked after the {windows?} etc. This afternoon we all went to getting in hay. Got in four loads by night which finished up the clover hay. I have felt much of the {richus?} of the grace of my heavenly father to-day. and can still trust in him with all my heart. THURSDAY, JULY 11, 1867 I suffered very much last night with the toothache and have made up my mind that if it deprives me of another night’s sleep I will go to the dentist. We all worked at drawing in our hay too-day and got all in that was raked up or {redy?}. We have now eleven loads in altogether. We are having a beautiful shower too-night. The Good Lord has entered my poor soul too-day with refreshing showers of His divine graces. Blessed be his holy name. FRIDAY, JULY 12, 1867 Mother and I started for Simcoe this morning about eight. While there I got the mortgage discharged at the Registry office. Mother had her teeth fixed etc. Got home a little after noon and found things all right. John cultivated the potatoes out this forenoon and his father planted some turnips & this afternoon he helped me to cock up hay. The grace of God has been given me without measure too-day & so {illegible} it bein alive, SATURDAY, JULY 13, 1867 I went to work this morning at mowing in the new ground field. Cut until noon. John cut thistles and his father put up hay this forenoon. After noon we all went to work at drawing in hay. Towards night ma and I went to town. I called on Mrs. Laird and found her pretty sick went to several places while there and had some pleasant little chats. Got home about ten. �SUNDAY, JULY 14, 1867 Mother and I went out to meeting at Dover this morning. Heard the Rev. Mr. Messmore preach an excellent sermon from "What dos’t thou here Elijah." We took dinner at Mr. Howells and as mother wanted to stay to night service we went over to Mr. Bowlbys for a while. Heard Mr. Craigie preach too-night. I have felt too-day that the Lord was still my {function?} and hope. {She?} the blessed fullness that there is in Jesus. MONDAY, JULY 15, 1867 I had to go over to Bucks too-day with the mower. Had a very rough piece of ground to cut got along pretty well excepting a few breakdowns. My men worked at drawing in hay too-day until the rain which commenced about two. Peter Snively helped helped draw in hay. I have had a few trials though the good Lord has brought me through. I have been more careless too-day than usual. The Lord help me to be more watchful. TUESDAY, JULY 16, 1867 Mr. John Man and George N. Buck came this morning in answer to request, to value the loose property prior to getting our Probate. John & his father cut thistles this forenoon. This afternoon they went to work raking & picking up hay in the new ground field. I got the mower home from Buck to cut down about three acres in the new ground field. I have made a new effort at serving the Lord & he has blessed me. WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 1867 This forenoon I finished mowing the new ground field. John cut around the fences & stumps while his father racked after the {winsons?}. We drew in the afternoon, got in three loads. Andrew Hall and his mother came out this afternoon & we had a pleasant visit together. They are going down to Kentucky next week. I still can trust in the Lord by faith although I have not the fullness which I like. THURSDAY, JULY 18, 1867 We got in two loads of hay this morning which was all that we had ready. I then went down to Smiths on business, and wrote a letter by dinner time to B. Clement. This afternoon I went to mowing in the ten-acrew field broke down twice driving the afternoon but nothing very �serious. John & Mr. Snively put up hay in the new ground field. I went to John & George’s tonight. The Lord has favored me with his presence. My soul has been happy in his love. FRIDAY, JULY 19, 1867 As soon as I could get started this morning I went to mowing on the ten-acre-field. cut down a good piece before noon. John cut arround the stumps &c. while his father cocked up hay in the new ground field. This afternoon we got four loads of the new-ground-field. Mr. Howell was here this afternoon. I have been enabled to cast myself upon the Lord too-day & I have felt much peace of mind. SATURDAY, JULY 20, 1867 Mr. John Man & George A. Buck came this morning in order to finnish the Inventory of loose property. Mother & started for Simcoe afterwards. The executors were there and Aunt Lydia as witness so that we got our probate or {cut?} to get it next week. Mother and I took dinner at father Messmores and had a very pleasant little time. We then went home & from there to {Forest?}. The Lord has been with me to-day. SUNDAY, JULY 21, 1867 Spent the forenoon in resting and reading the Life of Carvosso which is very proffitable. This afternoon Mother and I went to meeting at the Schoolhouse where Mr. Ware preached. We had a pretty good class meeting afterwards which Capt. McFell lead. Mother advised me to go to Dover to meeting but I did not commence to get ready in time for which I am sorry. The Lord has blessed me too-day. MONDAY, JULY 22, 1867 I went to work this morning at mowing the last remaining piece of grass in the ten-acre-field. Got done by noon. John & his father cut thistles this forenoon and this afternoon we went to drawing in hay, got in four loads and are geting anxious to go into the wheat as it is ripe for the harvest. I have felt much of the goodness of God to day and have filt happy in his love. O what a blessed thing it is to serve the Lord. TUESDAY, JULY 23, 1867 �We went to work this morning at geting in hay got in one load and then John went to raking hay & Mr Snively and I to raking and cocking up the hay. Got it all raked and cocked up by night and one load home besides. I sold the jenny that I got from Mr. Ware too-day to Pierce Flanders for fifty-five dollars. The Good Lord has been with me too day and I have been happier than usual in his love. WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1867 Mr Snively & I {ground} the cradle scythe and went to cuting wheat this forenoon. This afternoon we put the machine together and got ready for reaping. John did not come tooday and that put us back again with our work. I went over to John {Groves?} too night and wrote a little note for Mrs Chesly to the {Coventor?}. Had a pleasant time. The Lord has been as precious to me too day as ever. It is such a sweet service to serve him. Truly His yoke is easy & his burden is light. THURSDAY, JULY 25, 1867 It rained last night and too-day too, so that we could not do anything at our wheat. This forenoon John & his father helped me to do some chores arround and I wrote a letter before dinner to E. S. and after dinner to Willie Rowson. Mother and I went to Dover this afternoon and while there we called and took tea with Dr. Stouart & lady. Had a very pleasant time. I still feel that the blessing of God is still with me. FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1867 As soon as the dew would dry off ennough to allow us to go to work we went to cuting wheat. John threw off and his father cut arround the stumps bound &c. We got about two or three acres done by night. We cut with the reaper and then bound a while. Mr Chesly was here too-night on shools business. Mrs. Chesly was successful in geting a certificate and is going to continue teaching our school. I have had some precious seasons of prayer too-day. SATURDAY, JULY 27, 1867 We finished reaping the wheat this forenoon and afternoon we worked at binding and seting up etc. John & his father helped me. After tea I went up to {forwins?} on the town-line with old nell. Did not get back until nine. I felt still as though I could spend and be spent for Jesus, and such is my determination, with his help. I have had some precious seasons of prayer too-day. �SUNDAY, JULY 28, 1867 Mother and myself went out to church this morning. There was no service in the one church so we went to hear Mr. Craigie. We went home as soon as meeting was over. Mary Jane & her man went with us. I went to meeting this afternoon in the School house. Rev. Mr. Laird preached. We had a good class meeting. My faith in My heavenly Father is still strong. He helps me to put my whole trust in Him. I felt that to live for Jesus is all my desire. MONDAY, JULY 29, 1867 The men and myself went work at geting in the remainder of the hay, from the ten-acre field. We finnished it before night, Having brought in forty loads. I have felt the same determination in my mind too-day as yesterday too press my way onward to higher and still higher attainments in the Christian life. May the Lord strengthen and lead me to do his whole will in everything. TUESDAY, JULY 30, 1867 John and I hoed in the mangels this morning until the dew was off when we went to work at drawing in wheat. We got all in, but two loads by night Gave Mr. Chesly our order on the Local Superintendent too-night. The Lord still gives me to feel that I am a Pilgrim in a strange country, & am seeking a city. I am all weakness, but my daily prayer is that he may turn my weakness into strength. WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 1867 My men worked at it hoeing mangels & carrott too-day While I went to mill with a grist. Took Mrs. Laird a hen and some chickens & had dinner with her. Got home again by six o’clock. Went to prayermeeting too-night. but there was none of our members there so that we had none. I have felt happy and contented too-day in the Love of my Maker. O may he shed it abroad in my heart more abundantly. THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 1867 Cut barly for Peter Snively this forenoon, on the big field. This afternoon Mr. Snively & I hoed potatoes. John went up to the carding mill too-day and brought his rools with Mothers. Miss Anderson was here to-night a little while. This forenoon the Good Lord filled me abundantly �with his Love. O how sweet it is to walk in his favour. May he lead me on to greater hights and depths of the riches of his grace. FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 1867 All hands of us worked at logging up a new piece of ground by Snively's house we finished the hollows by night. There was a man here too-day to look at my sheep & lambs did not sell them to him however. Too-night I feel much cast down. O I am so liable to do wrong & to make mistakes. May the Lord help me to do better & be more watchful. SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 1867 My two men worked at pulling and hoeing weed from amongst the potatoes too-day. I reaped barly in the big field for Peter Snively too-day. Mr. Dixon the butcher was looking at my sheep too-day but would not buy them at my price. My whole purpose is still to continue in the paths of righteousness. Such joy and peace as is brought by walking therein is more than language can express. SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 1867 Mother & I attended Church services at Dover this morning and also this evening. The Rev. Mr. Laird preached both times. I had my dinner at Mr. Howells & Mr. Laird gave me an invitation to go up to Woodhouse with him where he had an appointment at half past two. I went of course and had a pleasant time. Mr. Laird gave me some good advice about geting a wife. MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 1867 This forenoon we reaped our crop of barley which was only three acres. Afternoon the men and myself logged up the hillside next to the creek on the new ground. We finished up our job and had them all fired by night. They burned rapidly. John Snively is talking about leaving but I have not told him that he should go yet & I don't think I shall. I feel that same comfort & grace which the Lord only can give. TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1867 All hands of us went to drawing out manure from the barn-yard. We took out thirteen loads by noon. This afternoon we went to drawing in barley. We took in three loads during the �afternoon which almost included the whole of one crop for this year. I think some of abandoning this crop almost altogether for a time at least. We are working our best now to get ready for seeding. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 1867 We got in the remaining load of our barley this morning and afterwards we went to drawing out manure from the barnyard. It has been an excessively warm day and too-night I feel quite exhausted. I arranged to get to the prayermeeting, however, but there was no one there save myself. I feel a stronger determination than ever to seek after things heavenly rather than {fuller?} things of earth. O that the blessing of perfect Love might be mine from day to day & from {illegible} to {illegible}. THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 1867 John did not come too-day so that Mr. Sinvely & I had to work at geting out manure alone. I am altogether out of {consate?} with John he is so unsteady and now he wants to go away threshing. I think some of leting him go and hiring an Englishman in stead. The Good Lord has been with me too day and has tried my trust in him. O may he always help me to be strong to resist temptation. FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 1867 This morning John came, so we all went to work at the manure. I worked some at trimming trees before noon. Afternoon Mother & I went to Dover. While there I called at several places for inst. at Mr. Howells, Mr. Higmans and at Mr. Sovereigns where mother & I took tea. Spent a half hour or so very pleasantly with the {Dr.?} I met with Jack Boss from Kincardine. SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 1867 This morning John & myself went to reaping oats we had the very good luck to get done about dark when we were tired enough to quit work. Mr. Snively cut arround the stumps, made a hay-stack. I have felt much more of the love of God in my heart too-day than usual. I bless & praise him with all my heart for his goodness. How sweet it is to be a humble & devoted follower of Jesus. SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 1867 �The Good Lord has wonderfuly blessed my soul to-day. In the first place Mother & I went up to the Quarterly meeting at Mount {Jone?}; we were there in time for Love-feast which was a delightful time for my soul. The Lord helped me to give in my feble testimony, for which I bless his name. Oh! that I could praise the Lord more, to do more for him. He has been so very good & gracious to me, that I always feel ashamed of my feeble efforts to serve him. MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 1867 My two men bound oats too-day and I went to Jarvis with the ploughs to get them sharpened for work. Cut barly for P. Snively part of the afternoon. Never in my life have I spent a happier day, in the Lord, than too-day. I have been enabled to exercise faith with regard to a perfect salvation from all sin & uncleanness. He has thereby greatly blessed my soul. Yea! I rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory. TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 1867 It looked very much like rain this morning. I bound oats with my men a little while but it did not rain so that I went to work and finnished cuting Peter Snively’s Barly in my big field. finished about noon. Peter helped me bind oats this afternoon. We did not get our job of binding done. My oats is a splendid crop. As good as ever I {illegible}. Surely the Lord has not only blessed me in spiritual things but also in temporal. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 1867 My men and I finished up the binding oats and got them set up by noon. This afternoon we got in five loads of oats. I went to prayermeeting too-night but there was no one there but myself, although alone the Lord was with me and blessed be his name. He has blessed me abundantly. I have enjoyed much in contemplating the goodness of God. THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 1867 We continued geting in our oats too-day and by night we managed to get in eight loads which took all but a small {jay?}. I went to see about geting Threshers this morning, up to Matthew’s. After dinner I wrote a leter to {Elector?} Come I have been strengthened too-day, much. The Lord has been with me. I still find it sweet to hold communion with Him, and to be guided by his council all the day. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1867 �This morning we got in our last load of oats and afterward cut and dragged together an old elm which had fallen across the road by the woods. Mr Snively brought up wood for himself next and afterward went to Dover. John commenced ploughing in the big field. The ground {mows?} up very dry. Mr. Murphy & wife took dinner with us and towards night Mr. Howell came out and took tea with us. SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 1867 John & his father both went to ploughing this morning in the big field. One of John’s horses, “Jenn” had to balk and we had a sweet time with her. We got her to go towards night. I cut pease most of the day. Too night I went too see A Lang {illegible} to about working for me, too night. I have been enabled by the grace of God to live by faith in the blessed Jesus both too-day & yesterday. But my work has been unusually anxious. SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 1867 Mother & I went up Simcoe this morning to Quarterly Meeting. We heard the Rev. Mr. Philp preach an excellent sermon from, "Christ is all and in all." This sermon did me much good. And I could {realize?} by my feelings, the perfect truth of the text. We had our dinners at Mr. John Mr {illegible} where we staid until about six in the evening on account of the great heat of the weather. Did not spend the afternoon very proffitably. MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 1867 John Snively and his father went to ploughing this morning& worked at it all day. I cut pease until about ten when the Rev. Mr. Laird came we had a pleasant visit together. They remained with us until about five o'clock. I then cut pease until dark, or nearly that time. I have not enjoyed as much of God's presence today as heretofore, but I can, and do, still put my whole trust in him. O how sweet is that trust. TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 1867 My two men continued ploughing too-day and are geting along nicely. Mr. Broderick helped me cut pease too-day until the middle of the afternoon when he went home to fight fire. Spent the evening partly in writing to Andrew Hall &c. Surely we need not fear to walk with Jesus for surely he keeps his own through every thing. O for more & more of the Love of God in my heart every day. �WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 1867 John cut arround the spring wheat field this morning and we then went to work reaping. Mr. Broderick and Mr. Snively worked at binding. We broke down in the middle of the afternoon after which we went to work with cradles. John is going away now as I have hired an Englishman in his place. He is going to thresh with George Matthews. O, may the Lord be my director in all my doing, for I want to do all to His Glory. THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 1867 This morning we went to work at cuting and binding spring-wheat. We cut nearly finished by noon. My new man commenced work too-day for the first. Just a little before noon a load of visitors came consisting of the following Mr. & Miss {Ault?} from Seaforth. Miss Douglas Miss & Hellen Bowlby from Dover. They stayed most of the day and I enjoyed my visit with them very much. I have had some blessed seasons of prayer too-day. FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 1867 Received a letter from the Rev. John Saunders last night who is now preaching at Owen Sound. We worked at our pea cutting too-day, my new man & Mr. Snively helped me. We did not get done quite. John Snively has surprised me by finding fault with my a/c {accounts?} which I gave him last night. I have tried my best not to overcharge him but still he found fault. May the Lord help me to rise above dealing dishonestly with my fellow man. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 1867 John Mr. Snively and myself went to geting in the spring wheat this forenoon. There was only three loads from eight acres, on account of the dry weather. We took the Buck lambs away from the old sheep after dinner. My men then went to {pedling?} peas until night. Mother and I went to Dover towards night. The first copy of our new paper, the New Dominion, was given over too-night. SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 1867 This morning after cleaning up I had a happy season of prayer. The Lord has been with me blessed be his holy name; his rod and his staff they comfort me. For atime this afternoon I have been lead to doubt some of the promises of my Heavenly Father and I have had a season of despondency. But surely the Lord is my strength and my strong tower, for I cried �unto Him and the tempter left me. I feel that the Lord is helping me to grow in grace more and more, week after week. MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 1867 This Morning my men both went to thresh for Mr. Brown. We expect to thresh to-morrow, if nothing prevents. I went after hands this morning to help thresh found them in good time, afterwards I cleaned out the granary for the new crop. This afternoon I cut peas. I can still say that the Blessed Lord is my all, and in all. Glory be to his holy name, I will praise him for his wonderful mercies and blessings for my soul. TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 1867 My men both helped Mr. Brown to finish his threshing. I cut peas this forenoon and this afternoon we went to threshing. We did not get started until half past two or thereabouts. My Spring wheat tussled out better than I expected. There was thirty-nine Bu. Of Barly there was fifty five bushels. The Lord has been with me too-day and still I feel that He is my rock and my strength, and that without him I can do nothing good. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 1867 This morning we commenced threshing about eight got along pretty well and finished about five. My grain turned out as follows: Fall wheat, 87 Bu. from five acres. Barley 55 Bu from three acres. Spring wheat 39 Bu. from eight acres and Oat {367?} Bu. from eight acres. O the goodness of God in supplying all our wants and desires. He has been with me too-day and I have rejoiced in the blessed hope which I have, of eternal life. THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 1867 This morning we went to work at geting in our pease. We succeeded in geting in five loads by night, although it rained some in the afternoon. I have no almost finished up my harvest and am ready to put in my fall wheat. My happiness in the Lord has not been so great tooday as yesterday but blessed be His Holy Name. I can still put my whole trust in Him & feel safe in his care. FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 1867 �Mr. Snively worked at ploughing too-day while John helped me to get ready this morning to go to mill and then he cut cloverseed the rest of the day. Mother went out with me this morning, we took dinner at Mary Janes. This afternoon I went too see Captain McFells boat the D. Sharp. We {prough?} our new sofa home too-night I have felt he Love of the Father of mercies too-day. Glory be to his Holy Name. SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, 1867 This morning we went to work at drawing in our last two loads of pease. We did not do much else beforenoon. Afternjoon Mr. Snively and John went to ploughing again. The ground is pretty hard and the plough runs accordingly. I went over to Bucks this afternoon to help thresh but had not been there long before Ware and Laird came to get some oats, so I had to go home and accommodate them. We had quite a jolly time going from Bucks. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1867 This forenoon my time was spent in reading the Life of William Carvosso. This afternoon I heard Father Messmore preach at the School-house. We had an excellent class-meeting this afternoon. Father Messmore came home with us and as usual I was much interested and strengthened in my Heavenly journey by his Godly conversation. O, the Lord has been so near and clear to me too-day, Truely it is a heaven below my Redeemer to know. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1867 Both of my men ploughed too-day. The ground is geting so hard that I am affraid we will have [to] give up some of it until we get rain. I visited with Father Messmore this forenoon. He started away about ten. I then set fire to some stumps until noon. This afternoon I spent some of the time in salting the sheep and cattle, afterwards I cut went to cuting clover-seed with the cradle. It is hard work for one. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1867 This forenoon and this afternoon my men worked at ploughing in the big field. Commenced ploughing the pea-ground to-night. I have been cuting clover-seed the most of too-day. but the wind blew so hard that I had to quit. I have had a very blessed season of in prayer tooday, & this afternoon the Lord has blessed me wonderfully. I have been favoured with a sweeter communion with my Saviour too-day than for a long time. �WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1867 We were favoured with beautiful shower last night which has done a great deal of good. My men went to harrowing the big field for sowing wheat. They worked at it all day. I have been doing sundry jobs too-day Such as firing a few sheep and fixing up the drill for use, I finished cuting the clover-seed. I have been enabled to trust in my Saviour too-day; but I have not enjoyed as much of his love as I would like. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1867 This forenoon my men both continued harrowing the wheat field. After-noon Mr. Snively commenced drilling in wheat. He got over five acres. Mr {Honsil?} came out this afternoon on a visit. I enjoyed my visit with him pretty well and went out home with him in order to cast my vote in the morning. Attended prayer-meeting too-night in the Dover Church. Had a blessed time. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively kept on drilling in wheat in the big field while John continued to harrowing. I spent a delightful night last night. My I did not sleep much but laid awake. My mind was occupied in contemplating the Divine things. O how sweet it is to put ones whole trust in Jesus. I received a paper too-day stating that Miss E. B. Cone was {drowned?}. This forenoon I gave in my vote & this afternoon raked up cloverseed. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1867 Mr. Snively did not help me too-day but prepared for his Quarterly {service?}. I drilled in four or five acres too-day & John harrowed and furrowed out the ground. This has been a good day with me although the tempter has given some unpleasant feelings & thoughts. But I am beginning to look for temptations and trials as my daily bread. I am more and more convinced, flowery beds of ease & happiness will not take me to Heaven. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1867 Mother took me to Dover this morning and that too rather against my will, but there it is hard to go against my mothers wishes. We heard Father Messmore preach this morning and in the evening Mr. Laird. We took our dinners at Mr. Bowlbys and also spent most of the �afternoon there. I have not have much proffited by my intercourse with others too-day. I feel more and more anxious to spend the Sabbath in a more careful manner. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1867 John and Mr. Snively went to ploughing in the big-field, for wheat. They have almost finished it too-day. I have spent the day in cleaning out ditches and just got done in time for the rain, as we being blessed with a beautiful Shower just now. I have been enabled to realize the {fuitures?} of the Holy Salvation which is provided for us. What blessings has not the blessed Jesus purchased for us? It is our full privilege to enjoy pardon holiness and heaven. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1867 My men both ploughed this forenoon. They finished up the big field. Snively did not work this afternoon. He is lame, and I am affraid he is going to be laid up with his leg. I ploughed in his stead this afternoon. This forenoon I finnished raking up the clover-seed. Sold a sheep too night to N. Mandeville. I have had my trials too-day for which I bless God. It is a proof that He Loves us to be chastened by Him. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1867 Mr. Snively was not able to work yet, so I had to take to the plough. John & I ploughed this forenoon & this afternoon. all hands of us went into the cloverseed. It took us all the afternoon to get one load on and off, the bunches were so small and scattering. Mother & Barbery went off berrying this afternoon. I have felt a blessed fullness of the spirit of my Heavenly Father this afternoon. attended prayer meeting too-night. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1867 John and Mr. Snively both ploughed this forenoon and Mr. Snively this afternoon. John went to Dover to get his shoes mended. I went down to {Colt Smiths?} this forenoon about School Matters. This afternoon Mother and I went to Dover. Recd. a letter from Andrew & one from Frank Springer. I am learning more and more the necessity of living by faith, from moment to moment on the blessed Jesus. One moments blessings does not suffice for every moment. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1867 �Mr. Snively and John both worked at the ploughing this forenoon in the pigfield. I spent the forenoon in cleaning up some seed-wheat for E. W. Smith. This afternoon all hands of us worked at cleaning up the barn floor etc. on account of rain. The Lord has been pleased to be with me another day And oh! it is so sweet to have the abiding witness of the blessed spirit I feel that the sweet promise the comforter has indeed been given to me. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1867 My two men worked at preparing the remaining portion of the big field for sowing they got it sowed by night. According to the drill the big field only contains about 10 ½ acres, instead of 14 as we thought. This forenoon I did some chores arround such as burn brush in the garden fix the drill etc. Not a cloud has been permitted to hide me for a moment to day from the shining of the Sun of writeousness upon my poor soul. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1867 Spent this day at home with my dear mother. Little Nettie is with us now and it is such a treat to have her with us here. I have spent the day in reading the Memoir of that Man of God, William Carvosso. I have found in it a great many of the Glorious things of our Holy Religion, explained in a very clear and forcible manner. I have not felt much joy & happiness today; but I am beginning to see the necessity of trusting in the merits of the {atonement?} of Jesus weather I enjoy the {illegible} or not. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1867 This forenoon John & Mr. Snively and worked in the barn at cleaning up barly on account of rain. This afternoon they got to ploughing again. I spent the forenoon in writing a letter to John Saunders. This afternoon I have worked at pulling beans hoeing strawberries etc. I have never felt a greater sense of weakness and of my own nothingness than to night. O may I be ever kept at the feet of my dear Redeemer, What am I that He should deal thus mercifully with me. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1867 John worked at harrowing, too day, in the field by Brown's. Mr. Snively went over to drill in some what for Brown too-day. This forenoon I cleaned out some furrows & ditches in the big field. And this afternoon hoed at the strawberries. I have not experienced much joy too-day, �in serving My Maker. I have feltbeen visited by the "old adversary," but blessed be God He still gives me grace sufficient for {my day?}, and as he has promised to do always. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1867 Mr. Snively kept on dragging or rather John did and Mr. S. went to drilling in the wheat field by Browns. He finished sowing all that we had ready, about four acres in all. This forenoon I went down to Smiths after some peaches. got a couple of market-baskets full, for mother. I had quite a feast eating them. This afternoon I finnished hoeing out the strawberries & cleaned out some ditches in the wheat-field. The Lord has been with me too-day & I have felt much peace of mind. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1867 John and Mr. Snively ploughed in the field by Browns too-day. Peter Snively also ploughed with his team. They nearly finished ploughing the field by night. I have been ditching and burning clumps all day in the same field. Had to churn for mother to-night, in the absence of our hired girl. This has been a good day with me. My peace has indeed “flowed like a river”. Too-night feels as though the Good Lord had taken me {another day?} much nearer {Otonic?). FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1867 My two men continued preparing the field by Browns for sowing. They worked at it all day. I went to Dover this morning on foot. Saw Mrs. Hall who had just returned from Kentucky. I came very near geting wet coming home as it rained quite hard at times. Mr. Howell and his daughter came out this afternoon, so I had to visit with them. It is still my whole {pure?} and desire to think and to do every-thing with an {ye sin?} of my maker. O may I always feel thus. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1867 John put in the last of his month this fore noon at after which I paid him off and let him go. They both harrowed this forenoon and this after-noon Mr. Snively started the drill, he finished sowing the field by Browns all except about an acre. I have been ditching & burning stumps all day. I have felt much satisfaction too-night in contemplating one of the blessed promises of the {illegible}. Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled. �SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1867 It is just one year ago to-day since my dear father was called away to his reward. How I good has the Lord been to me since. He has been more than a father to me, in that he has lead me into paths that I knew not. And yet how unworthy have I been of all His blessings and mercies. This night I rejoice in hope of the glory off God. I rejoice that the blood of Jesus cleanses me from all sin this moment. What a mercy that such a man should be recieved in the fold of Jesus. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 1867 Mr. Snively finnished drilling in the field by Brown's this forenoon & this afternoon we finnished the field ditching etc. & then he went to firing stumps. I went to market this forenoon with a load of barly and recieved eighty cents a bushel for it. Too-night I went over to Bucks to clean and divide the barly which grew on my big field. The good Lord has been with me too-day, and blessed me. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1867 As soon as possible I went over to Bucks, this morning. We finnished cleaning up the barly and got started for market about noon. Took dinner at Peter Snively's. We recieved eighty center per Bu. for our barly, Peter took his barly at the same price. Mr. Snively is laid up with a sore {breast?} and I am affraid he will not be able to work again for a while. Words cannot express the joy and peace which the religion of Jesus has given me too-day. I can now say from experience that it is a "Heaven below, my Redeemer to know." WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1867 Mr. Snively went to Dorchester this morning on a visit. I have now no help but expect to get to work at the remaining piece of wheat ground. This forenoon I set fire to a lot of stumps. The wind blew pretty bad and the fire gave me some trouble. This afternoon I grubbed out roots on the new ground by Snively's house. Mrs. {Lawson?} & Mary Jane were here all day too-day. I am still ennabled to rejoice in the rock of my salvation. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1867 This forenoon I worked at digging out roots and stumps on the new-ground. This afternoon I have had visitors; so, of course, I could not work. {illegible} Homes Matthews & wife together �with Mrs. John Matthews & Mrs Smith from Port Ryerse were here. The afternoon passed by very pleasantly as some of these ladies are {seriously?} good talkers. They went away about dark. The Lord is still leading me on in the Heavenly Journey. I have felt a great hungering & thirstiness after righteousness too-day. I bless God that this need not be done in vain for he says that wish shall be filled. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1867 I have been working at geting out stumps and roots again too-day. Managed to get out one very bad stump in the new-ground by the tennant-house. The last four months have been the happiest season of my life; the freest from trouble and anxiety. Surely, I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of the Lord than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. I have placed everything in the hands of the Lord and am endeavoring to do everything with an eye single to his glory. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1867 Continued working at grubbing out roots & stumps on the new-ground. Took one very bad nest of roots this forenoon. After noon mother and I went out to Dover. We made Mr. Laird's a short visit & took tea with them & Mr. Burns and lady were there also. Spent the time with them very agreeably indeed. We arrived home about nine. The Lord has not withheld any good thing from me too-day. I feel that the precious promise is realised although not as much as is my privilege {illegible} We will {illegible} in {illegible} you and up with you and make me {illegible} with you. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 1867 Too-day mother and myself stayed at home. Father Messmore and Miss Giffen came in time for dinner. He preached to us this afternoon from "Unite my heart to fear thy name." His sermon was an excellent one. We had an excellent class meeting afterwards, of which father Messmore was leader. The Lord has been pleased to manifest himself in an extraordinary manner to my poor soul. I have spent a proffitable evening in conversing with father Messmore. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1867 Father Messmore and Miss Giffin started for home this morning about nine. John Snively was here after seed-what, but I have none to spare. Sold one of my suck lambs this morning �for two shillings to Mr. Wooderick. I have spent most of the day in preparing the new ground, by the tennant house, for sowing with wheat. Have not enjoyed that blessed nearness to my Master too-day which I have enjoyed in days gone by. But I am endeavoring still to put my whole trust in him. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1867 This forenoon I continued my efforts on the new-ground and this afternoon also. I have now got it about ready for ploughing. This evening I killed my first calf and that without any assistance. I had help to dress it however. The blessed Lord has been pleased to make his presence manifest to my poor soul too-day. Surely it is "A heaven below, my redeemer to know." With the Psalmist my prayer is, "Unite my heart to fear they name." WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 1867 Peter Snively came and ploughed on the steep field next to the creek. His father helped him, or drove his team for him. It rained a little this forenoon but not enough to do much good. Mother and I went out to Dover this afternoon. I peddled out pat of the veal and sold some hides. Sold my sheep and lambs this morning to a drover. Took tea at Mr. Halls too-night. I have not lived as closely to my Saviour too-day as I should have done. O may he help me to resist evil inclination of my {nature?}. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1867 Peter Snively finished ploughing the hill-side too-day and did a good job. His father drove for him all day. I went down to Mr. Mans after a scraper and afterwards did some cleaning or logging and then went to work at ploughing and scraping a water-course through the hollow. Too-night I met with the other trustees at John Mans to see Mrs Chesly about a disturbance which we were told had taken place in the school. but it proved false. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1867 This forenoon Mr. Snively went to ploughing & scraping. Peter came and ploughed this afternoon. I have been working at picking up, burning and digging too-day. Mr. Howell came this afternoon on business which somewhat startled me. He actually wants to take my mother away from me. We had quite an animated talk on the subject of matrimony etc. The trustees were here too-night to make out the Assessment Roll for the season. Got along first rate. �SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 1867 Mr. Snively ploughed this forenoon on the new-ground & this afternoon I helped him. I took my the weathers and lambs, which I sold the other day down to the Dog's Nest. Several of the neighbours drove down sheep at the same time. I have enjoyed a sacred nearness to Jesus too-day. He has filled my soul again with a happiness and peace, such as words could not possibly express. The same longing desire to know more of Jesus, which I have have had for some time past is still with me. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1867 About midnight last night John Man & William McBride came and waked me to take Mrs Smith up and send her to jail. So this morning I went up to Caleb Matthews and we then went together to the Majistrate John McBride who could not act alone so we all went to Dover and found another Majistrate when our business was soon accomplished, The quarter part of this day has, in consequence, been unproffitably spent. Mr. Laird preached this afternoon an excellent sermon which I enjoyed much. But the class-meeting aftewards was better. MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 1867 Snively and I worked at ploughing in the New Ground wheat Field too-day. We finnished our job a little before night and then got some remaining logs and chuncks together and set things on fire etc. Unckle Homes was here too-day after a lamb and some peaches. I am very grateful to my Maker for the blessed desires which he gives me. My determination to keep my face Zion-ward is becoming stronger, day after day. Oh, that my pathway may still continue to brighten. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1867 Mr. Snively sowed the hillside next to the creek this morning, by hand. He harrowed and sowed with the drill the remainder of the day. I worked at dragging all day, also. We have now a fair prospect of finnishing our seeding to-morrow. D. V. Caleb Matthews was here to get the use of my drill a half day or so. I have not enjoyed as much of my Redeemer's presence too-day as in days gone by. But still the Good Lord gives me to feel that He is my only hope. May He ennable me to walk in a manner, worthy of the blessed calling with which He has called me. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1867 �This forenoon Snively & I finnished sowing our new ground wheat field. I got the ditches done by noon. Mr. Snively went up to Caleb Mattews with the drill to sow his wheat for him. It has been raining since this afternoon, but Mother and I went out to to Dover and attended Mr. Laird's social. We enjoyed ourselves pretty well as there was a nice company of our friends there. We are staying at my sisters too-night. I have felt much happiness too-night, in the Service of the Lord. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1867 Mother and I did not get home this forenoon until about noon. I got the old horse shod and did several little business errands arround here. Spent the afternoon in geting ready to start for Niagara. Was up to John Matthew's too-night. It still rains occasionally, but I don't think it will hinder us from starting for the Falls in the morning. Have been blessed with a sacred nearness to my Saviour too-day while attending to my closet{?} devotions. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1867 {handwritten} October 19 I went after Smith this morning to help me dig potatoes. Also to Caleb Matthews to see about the Assessment Roll. Spent most of the day in fixing the hog-pen. Mr. Snively has been drawing rails this forenoon and this afternoon spliting them. Mr. Horton & wife came back too-night. Mr. Horton and I went to the singing school too-night. I have experienced some happy seasons too-day in the Lord. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1867 It commenced raining this morning about daylight and continued raining more or less all day. Spent the day in reading and visiting with Mrs. Horton's folks. Velma gave us some nice music. She plays well considering the time she has been pracising. Mr. Hortons farm appears to be of a soil somewhat similar to our own but his buildings are rather old and dilapidated. His cattle and sheep etc. are not any better than mine. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1867 We did not get up very early this morning but managed to get ready for meeting. Attended service in the old Presbyterian church at North Pelham. Heard Rev. Mr. McGlasplan give a sort of Report of the late Sabath School Convention in Toronto. After meeting I went down to Mr. {AB?} Lea Mattias, about one mile distant. Found Ira at home. He appeared to be very �glad to see me. I enjoyed the afternoon with him very much. He spent the evening with me at Hortons. MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1867 Mr. Horton and wife, Mother and I, started for the Falls this morning about nine o'clock. We went through Fort Hill Annaville and Drummondville. We arrived at the falls about noon, & did not get to see them from the American side neither did we get to see the spension bridge. It is certainly a grand sight to see such a great sheet of water leaping with all madness into the gulph below. Surely the works of the Creator are great beyond all human comprehension and his ways past finding out. We took tea with one of Mr. Horton's friends Got back to Hortons about eight. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1867 I started for St Catharines this morning about nine o'clock. Mr Hortons son {Seavence?} went with me. Saw Ira De Sea-Matter in the road with his "Jemima." St' Catharines is quite a respectable looking place both as to size and appearance. Saw Hugh McClive, an old {Cobong?} lad, who is practising law here at present. Got home again about four. Took tea at Chandler Holcombs, where they were raising a large building. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Horton singing with {illegible} Thomas & Horton. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1867 I got out of bed this morning about three o'clock We had our breakfast about half past four and were ready to start for home about sunrise. Mr. Horton and family came with us. It has been a beautiful day consequently our ride has been very pleasant. We took our dinners at a Roman Catholic house in Cayuga. our dinner was better than we expected. Arrived at home about dark, all safe and sound. Had a job to do to night for the benefit of the L. Y. {bris?} to calculate the school tax. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1867 I found things all right this morning. Sinvely has been spliting rails since we went away most of the time. Mr. Horton and I went out to see the wheat this morning. It begins to look well. Hired Peter Snively for a year this morning. We all went up to John Matthews towards noon on our way to Dover. Had our dinners there. We got to Dover and while there visited the factory and took Mr. Horton arround the town. �FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1867 I have been visiting so long that I do not feel much inclined to go to work again. Mr. Horton, his family{?}, and my mother, went out to Townsend visiting too-day. Mary Jane and I stayed at home all alone. I have been doing a multitude of little chores too-day. such as starting up my peaches & fixing the pen making some fences arround the new ground & too-night I killed a lamb. My mother and I went up to John Matthews too-night & spent the evening pleasantly. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1867 {handwritten} October 11 Mother and I started for Pelham this morning about eight. We took some yarn to the weavers on the road. Passed through Deconsville, Cayuga, Welland Port & Fenwick besides a number of other little villages. We kept the Caneboro road until we came to the village of Fenwick when we went in a north x north-easterly course for about three miles. The country from Jarvis down appears to be of a very heavy level soil, so level as to make drainage very difficult. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1867 I went with Mr. Horton to the Messiah Church this morning and a wonderfully mixed up mess as {Telmia?} called the sermon. Attended our own sermon or rather, meeting this afternoon. Mr. Ware preached a better sermon than usual too-day. At the class meeting this afternoon the Good Lord manifested himself to my poor soul in a wonderful manner. I could scarcely speak for joy while endeavoring to tell of this goodness to my fellow-class-mates. MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1867 Snively has been spliting and drawing rails too-day and I have been building fence arround the new grounds. Mr. Smith came this afternoon and we finished up the Assessment roll. Mr. Hortons went over to Clines too-day and too-night all hands of us went over to John {illegible}. Spent the evening pleasantly. Got home again after twelve. The Good Lord has impressed upon my mind one of his blessed promises too-day. Viz. The generation of the upright shall be blessed. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1867 Snively and I finished up the fence arround the new ground wheat-field this forenoon. Mr. Horton and his family left us this morning for home. I felt bad to see them go away after �having spent such a pleasant time visiting with them. However, the best of friends must part. I have been writing a letter to Frank Springer this afternoon. Mr. Howell of Port Dover made us a short visit this afternoon. The Lord is still with me. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1867 Snively went to after apples too-day, for himself. He brought a grist from the mill for me. I have been picking apples and sorting potatoes all day. Mother went up to the the plains with John Matthews folks. Never have I enjoyed a sweeter communion with my Maker than tooday. I have had some delightful seasons of prayer. O that I could do more for Jesus. Surely it is no more than an reasonable service, to give ourselves entirely up to hisservice work. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1867 Snively worked at drawing out mannure too-day into the field behind the barn. I spent the forenoon in sorting over and pilling {pitting?} potatoes. They are strangely infected. The rot consists of a little black core in the center of the potatoe. A rotten potatoe may look as pure and {illegible} as any in the {illegible}. I have been picking apples this afternoon. Too-night I went up to Matthews & to Smiths after help. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1867 My man worked at drawing out manure this forenoon and this afternoon we both worked on the road as we have three days to put in yet. I went down to Mr {Kells?} too-night with the school assessment list, which he has aggreed to collect. I have enjoyed a blessed nearness to my Saviour too-day. I can testify that, of a truth; it is a heaven below my Redeemer to know. O, may this always be my privilege. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1867 Mr. Snively and I finnished up our road-work this forenoon and this afternoon he covered my potatoes and did some other little jobs. Mother and I went to Dover this afternoon found my sister all right as far as one could see outwardly. May the Lord lead her to seek for the salvation of her soul. I am asking the Lord daily to save her. I have still the same purpose before me of striving to do all to the Glory of my Master. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1867 �Spent the forenoon in preparing some {lines?} for use in our meetings. Father Messmore came about one He preached to us this afternoon. We had an excellent time in our classmeeting. The Lord was with us. O what a mercy that God should condescend to manifest himself to creatures of such low estate as we are. Spent the evening greatly to the building up of my poor soul. Father Messmore's advice and conversation does me me much good. He is indeed a man of God. MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1867 Snively drew up wood too-day and brought one load of corn from the field. I have been picking apples all day and have more than another days work yet. Father Messmore went home this morning. It is raining too-night for the first time in a good while. I have still that longing desire to be ever found in the paths of duty & righteousness. O that I could do more for Jesus, that I could be more fruitful of good. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1867 Peter Snively came this morning for the first. I have hired him for a year at two hundred and twenty dollars. Mr. Snively and him ploughed in the field back of the barn too-day. I have been picking up apples too-day and puting them away. Took my colts away from their mothers this afternoon. Peter Gilbert came too-night. We had quite a time talking. He stayed all night. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1867 Peter Snively did not work this forenoon. His father drew up wood while I went to Jarvis with the plough to get them sharpened. Got back by noon but was unfortunate enough to come home without getting one of the shears mended and will have to spend another half day in taking it to the blacksmith. My men both ploughed this afternoon in the field back of the barn. I have been picking up apples again. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1867 This forenoon Mr. Snively ploughed again in the field back of the barn also this afternoon. Peter got up a load of corn and too wood this forenoon, and this afternoon he dug potatoes. I picked up apples again. This forenoon and this afternoon went to Dover to get a ploughshare mended; got home by sun-down. The day has not been spent by me in as great enjoyment as I could wish but those who near the crown must come up through great tribulation. �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1867 Both my men worked at ploughing in the field back of the barn tooday. They are geting along well and will soon have the field done. I sepperated my ewe lambs from their mothers this morning and put old Jack with the old ewes. Spread some manure before noon. Killed a lamb too-night. William Wilkinson was here to-night after {illegible} I am still striving to ward off the repeated blows of the enemy and the and the Good Lord still gives me strength. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1867 My two men continued ploughing this forenoon in the field back of the barn, but had to give it up on account of the hardness of the ground. They ploughed in the 'big flat' this afternoon. There has been a great wind yesterday and too-day which has set some woods arround us entirely on fire but fortunately for me, I have no fires, out. Cut off my whiskers this afternoon & Mother says that it makes me look frightful. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1867 The wind is still blowing from the east as hard as ever, but no rain until too-night when the wind shifted arroun to the west and soon brought rain. Mother and I went out to the Quarterly meeting at Dover this morning. Heard Our Minister preach an excellent sermon. There was a crowd of people there. We went to Dr. Loversigne for our dinners. But I happened to get mine at Mr. Bowlbys where I had the pleasure of dining with Miss Douglass {obscured} MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1867 Peter Snively did not come this forenoon so that his father ploughed on the "big flat" alone. He came this afternoon, however. I went up to George Matthew's this morning and sharpened a plough share and got a {not?} mended for another. This afternoon I have been doing sundry little chores. Too-night I have been oiling up my old clock. The service of the Lord still continues to be a delightful service to my poor soul. There was a very high wind last night. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1867 My two men continued ploughing too-day on the "Big Flat." Peter Snively and I {spear?} up our accounts too-day, and too-morrow he commences to put in his year at eighteen dollarsa-month & board himself. I went over to Burks this forenoon to see about some barly due me �from George. This afternoon I have been digging potatoes. Never before have I been ennabled to value the Word of God so highly. It is now the most precious thing on earth to my soul. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively and Peter both worked at ploughing too-day; on the Big Flat. They are nearly done with their job ploughing there. I have been digging potatoes all day and too-night I felt the results very much The weather has been beautiful too-day and still looks like dry weather. The Good Lord has permitted {illegible} to enjoy some happy seasons of prayer tooday; and my poor soul {illegible} much strengthened thereby. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1867 My men continued their work at ploughing on the Big Flat. They finnished up ploughing about eight acres which is all that I intend ploughing this fall, there. This forenoon I fixed up fences and did sundry other chores. This afternoon I finnished up digging potatoes for this year. The potatoes have not yielded as well as usual on account of a dry rot which infects them. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1867 Peter Snively went to Dover to {illegible} something about a grist at the mill. His father got up wood for himself this forenoon but this afternoon both of them worked at getting out manure from under the Horse Stables. I went up to George Matthews's to get a waggon and from there to Jarvis with my two ploughs and one of Georges. Got the ploughshares etc. all laid and got home again by dark. The Lord has been with too-day, of a truth. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1867 This morning I went to Decons with my cider apples, to get them made up. Went from there to Dover. Took dinner at my sisters and got home again about dark. Mr. Snively has been drawing out manure too-day on the new-ground next to Lane Ryerse's. Peter gathered Mangels for me this forenoon and the afternoon he went to Simcoe on business of his own. I have been still endeavoring to walk in this {mars?} path but the Good Lord has not been so precious as yesterday. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1867 �Mother and I went to church at Dover this morning and heard the Rev. Mr. Wellmot from the Nanticoke circuit preach an excellent sermon from XXXI Chapter of Deuteronomy 12 and 13 verses. He showed in a very forcible way how important it was to parents to sow the seeds of righteousness in the hearts of their children. And that, to do this, was their bounden duty. Heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach at our appointment an excellent sermon also, from "Behold, what manner of Love, the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God." MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1867 Mr. Snively and I drew out manure too-day into the ten acre new ground field while Peter took care of the last of the mangels. I went up to De Cous this morning after my cider. It was not made as I expected but he had to make it after I got there. Got home about four. My cider is excellent. I have had some very sweet and precious seasons too-day in contemplating the great blessings of God to His own people. TURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1867 Mr. Snively & I have been drawing out manure too-day from under the west shed. Peter commenced ploughing the new-ground sod on this side The Ten Acre field. It ploughs very nicely as dry as it is. We had visitors too-day; Miss Maggie Martin Grandaughter of the brave Captain Brandt of the Six Nation Indians was here, also John Matthews & wife also Mrs. Man. This young Indian woman appears to be quite amiable and intelligent. She is a splendid alto singer. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 1867 Peter has been ploughing again too-=day in the sod field. Mr. Snively and I drew manure tooday. I loaded and he took it to the field and unloaded while I loaded. We took it all out from the Sheep house excepting about one load. The drouth still continues and our prospect for water is decreasing as our well and cistern at the barn are both getting low as well as the creek. I have not been as happy in Jesus to-day as yesterday. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1867 Peter continued to work at the ploughing in the sod field and Mr. Snively worked at it too-day also. Mother and I started for Simcoe this morning. we found Mr. Willoughby very low, but recovering slowly from a very severe fit of sickness. We took our dinners with Mrs. �Willoughby with whom we had a pleasant little visit. I settled up an old account with Lyon's, this afternoon. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1867 My two men continued ploughing in the new-ground-sod too-day. I spread manure most of the forenoon. Went down to Man's after some lime as Unckle Homes came this morning to do some patching up arround the house. This afternoon I helped him some besides spreading some manure. Mother and I spent the evening at John Matthews where we found Miss Martin the young Indian woman. We had a very pleasant evening. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1867 My visit last night made me feel rather sleepy too-day, as a natural consequence. Peter Snively ploughed too-day in the new ground sod. Mr. Snively threshed peas this forenoon and went to ploughing again this afternoon. I went up to Georges this morning and sharpened a plough-share. Unckle Homes Matthews & wife took dinner with us. I have been spreading manure this afternoon and doing some other little jobs. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1867 Mother and I stayed at home too-day or rather this forenoon. Spent the forenoon in reading the guide. Rev. Mr. Laird took dinner with us. He gave us a few excellent observations on a portion of the VIII chapter of Matthew relating to the stilling of the tempest by our Lord Jesus. In conclusion he observed, that ofas the blessed Jesus saved his disciples from destruction by the tempest, so would he be not only able to but even readyprepared to save his people from the fiercest attacks of the enemy. The Lord was with us in the class-meeting & blessed our poor souls. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1867 Mr. Snively ploughed again too-day in the new ground Sod. Peter and I got up wood, this forenoon, and this after noon he went off in search of a girl to take care of his wife after her confinement. I have been spreading manure this afternoon gathering cabbage, and fixing fence etc. and too-night I killed a lot of chickens for ma. I am still endeavouring to pursue the king Highway of Holiness and the blessed Saviour is with me which I count the best of all. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1867 �The old jentleman ploughed again too-day in the sod field. Peter did not work too-day as he has not yet done with his running after girls etc. I have been picking over apples and puting them away this forenoon and this afternoon I have been cuting wood and seting it up for winters use. Miss Maggie Martin came here too-night and Mrs. Chesley & Leonora Matthews. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 1867 Peter worked at {turning?} the potatoes to the pits too-day. I helped him this afternoon. Mr. Snively ploughed again too-day. I sharpened the ploughshare this morning, spread some manure etc. Tom. Murphy and wife came too-night on a visit. I met with the other trustees at John Mans too-night to settle up with Mrs. Chesly. We managed to get through without much trouble. The Good Lord still ennables me to to continue on the Heavenly Journey. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 1867 Mr. Snively continued to work at the ploughing too-day and Peter chopped and put up wood, back on the new Ground. I went to Dover this forenoon. Took dinner wtih my sister. After dinner I drove up to Ainsleys and hitched my horses before his shop. Went away to the barbers accross the street and when I came out my horses were gone. They were frightened by a butcher, Cruikshanks, who came along the sidewalk with a pig, but little damage was done. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1867 The old jentleman continued ploughing in the sod field. He has almost finnished the field too day. Peter and I filled {filed} up our axes this morning and worked at cuting cord-wood on the chopping. I broke my axe handle a little before noon But managed to get it mended with another one. I have not lived as closely to my Saviour too day as I should have done. but the Lord does not always lead us in the sunshine of his glory. But clouds and storms often Hide the Light of righteousness from our vision. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1867 Mr. Snively threshed a flooring of pease this morning and afterwards finished ploughing and furrowing out the new-Ground Sod. Peter and I have been chopping and puting up wood again too-day on the new-ground, or slashing. The weather is now quite warm, and as dry as �ever. I have had some very precious seasons of prayer since last night & I felt indeed that I was holding comunion with God, blessed Source of all good. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1867 We did not get ready for meeting this morning so as to get there in time. Mother and I went however & I went to Church. We took, little Nettie home. I went over to Bowlby's to dinner & I had the pleasure of seeing Miss Bowlby. She has just returned from a long visit to Windsor. We got home about five. I have not enjoyed the presence of my Divine Master too-day as much as is my privilege. O Lord, pardon my heart-wanderings, & help me to renew my covenant with Thee. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1867 Mr. Snively took a scraper home this evening and got a load of edging from Mans Mill to the School House. Afterwards he ploughed in the field back of ther barn. Peter cut wood in the slashing all day; at which I helped him this afternoon. This forenoon I did several chores this afternoon forenoon. It is still very warm and the wind continues to blow from the south. And that without bringing much rain. However, it is raining too-night. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1867 Mr. Snively finnished ploughing the field back of the barn this forenoon. and this afternoon he ploughed a strip along the creek, where I intend to plant willows. Peter cut wood this forenoon and this afternoon he got up wood for himself with my teams. I spent the forenoon in geting ready to kill my hogs and this afternoon in cuting cord-wood in the slashing. This has been a high day with my poor soul for the Lord has blessed me with His divine presence. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1867 We got ready for killing our hogs about nine. I had Peter, Mr. Snively, and John Matthews to help. We killed ten hogs and got done about four. They wre not very fat but fat enough to make good provender. Spent the evening mostly in puting a top on my old {berlin?}; which I have been puting in a state of thorough repair, for a few evenings and mornings back. My purpose is still to continue in the narrow way & I hope always with God. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1867 �Mr. Snively cut up my pigs this forenoon and this afternoon he went off in search of a {barn?} for himself. Peter has been cuting wood to-day in the slashing. I went to Dover this morning with our surplus pork. Sold five hogs for ninteen dollars and thirty-six cents or at four cents @ pound. Our pork has not brought more than half what it coust to fatten it this year. I received a letter from Frank too-day. He is still striving to continue on in the way to Heaven. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1867 It commenced raining this about six o'clock. It continued to rain all day. Mr. Snively made me some axe handles too-day and Peter cut wood this forenoon in the woodhouse. In the afternoon we moved the calf stable from one corner of the west shed to the other, in order to make it more {convenient?} for a sheep pen. Spent an hour or so this evening playing my violin for the first time in almost two years. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1867 There was quite a sudden change in the weather last night. This morning it is as cold as Greenland. Mr. Snively did not work too-day but went to Quarterly Meeting at Nanticoke. Peter cut wood this forenoon in the slashing & this afternoon he worked at banking up our house and the tennant house. I have worked like a beaver too-day, geting things in a proper shape for winter. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1867 Was much proffited this forenoon in singing the praises of My God, and in reading of his goodness and tender mercies toward the children of men. Heard Mr. Ware preach this afternoon from the verse of the XXXV Chapter of Exodus. "And the Lord said My presence shall go with thee and I will give thee rest." This was said to Moses while journeying from Egypt & is analogous to the journey of the Christian from the state of bondage to Glory. {illegible} promise to those who love and serve Him. MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1867 Sent Mr. Snively to mill this morning after a grist also to the blacksmith-shop to get the horses shod. Peter has been cuting wood most of the day. He helped me do some chores arround the house. This morning, I have been doing a lot of chores again too-day such as fixing the gate at the road making a wood-box for mother shuting my old sows up & making a place for them. We had a large increase last night some six new piggs and one calf. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1867 Peter has been moving into my tennant house too-day. Both families are now living together. Mr. Snively has been cuting wood too-day. Mother and Miss Martin went to Dover this morning. This forenoon I hung a door under the west shed. This after-noon I have been helping Snively cut wood. Spent the evening in preparing to an instrument of agreement between the School teacher and the trustees. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1867 Peter got up wood this forenoon but this aftenroon he did not work. Mr. Snively and I have been cuting wood most of the day too-day. William Matthews was here to-day after a half Doz. Sheep which I have let him have in shares. I have been over to John Mans too-night on trustee business again. As a consequence I could not attend to the prayermeeting. The Lord is still leading me, sinful as I am. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1867 My men chopped wood too-day in the old slashing. Mother and I started about nine for Walter Olds near Simcoe. We arrived there about eleven. Before dinner I went to the village of Bloomsburg after some B{illegible}s for mother. Took dinners at Walters and afterwards had a pleasant visit with them. Got home again about six. It has been very cold too-day & has every appearance of snow-storm, too-day. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively made a fence arround the straw-stack this forenoon and this afternoon we all worked at choping and spliting wood in the slashing. This evening, the wind has blown so hard that the two doors of the waggon-house were both blown off the rollers and mashed up a considerable; Besides the building, on our premises, which corresponds to the Parliament Buildings of Victoria College was blown over. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1867 Went to work this morning with all hands, repairing fences mending doors etc. My men worked at puting up fence, threshing etc. this afternoon. Mother and I went out to Dover this afternoon. Spent the afternoon in doing some shoping and in talking with several of my �friends. We took tea with Mrs. {Sawson?} but did not enjoy it much as my teeth ached painfully. Read a letter from my old College friend John San {obscured} SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1867 It was very cold this morning. After doing my chores I read some and after dinner went to meeting at the Schoolhouse. Heard a {journey-man?} preach, whose name was Austin. He has just commenced his career as a local preacher. He preached from those memorable words of our Saviour, "It is finished." His discourse was delivered in a forcible and quite fluent manner and augurs well of his future usefulness. MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1867 Peter and Mr. Snively covered the potatoe pits with manure this morning. Afterwards Peter went to mill with a grist of his wheat. He also took some wheat and some grain to get chopped, for me. Mr. Snively and I mended the waggonhouse door, cut wood & made a pigpen too-day. I received a summons from attend Court tomorrow this afternoon. Repaired the stove-pipe at the School-House too-night. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1867 Gave orders to my men this morning concerning chores and work during my absence at Court. Started for Simcoe about eight o'clock, with Charley. He went along pretty well considering, but going from Simcoe to Walter Olds I had some trouble with him. Took tea at Walters & afterwards went over to J. B. Carpenter to spend the evening. Had a pleasant time chatting with him about farm matters, etc. Got back to Walters about 8 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1867 Walter Olds and I walked to Simcoe this monring. Went to court and staid arround there most of the time until noon I then went to Mr. Murphy's for according to invitation and had dinner. Our little affair was settled up about Mrs. Smith after dinner after which I started home with all haste. Charly went along first rate. Arrived home at dark. Found things all right as far as I could see. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1867 �We have had a cold and very severe East wind too-day, and part of the day it has been snowing. Mr. Snively put in the last day of his year too-day. He made axe-handles for me. Peter and I cut wood in the wood-house, and got up my lambs too-night. I have only a little over twenty four dollars to pay Mr. Snively for his years work. The remaining amt. having been paid mostly in provisions etc. through the year. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1867 Peter and I fixed up the sheep-pen this morning and put the sheep in their lodgings. We also made a bridge to the old stable door and made a calf pen and shut our calves up for the winter. This afternoon Peter did not work for me but got his sheep ready for winter, and got up some wood for himself. I sharpened my Buck-saw this afternoon. I have had a humiliating season too-day. O that the Good Lord may keep me from the paths of sin and {illegible} SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1867 Settled up with Mr. Snively last night. We got along without any trouble. Peter got up wood too-day. Mother and I went out to Port Dover this forenoon, but before we started I put a lock on the Schoolhouse door and fixed the stove-pipe. Spent the afternoon in doing some business and calling on some of my friends. Had a pleasant time. We took tea with Mr. G. Wilsons. Got home at eight. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1867 Peter went up to Port Ryerse too-day and took the cutter without asking for it. Mother was prevented from going to meeting in consequence. It has been snowing most of the day, so that the sleighing is now pretty fair. My feelings too-day with refference to religion have not been so bright and happy as in times past. But the Blessed Lord has been amongst us at our meeting this afternoon where we had a proffitable season. MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1867 Peter threshed a flooring of pease this morning and the rest of the day he got up wood. Mother and I went down to Jarvis. She remained there, visiting Mrs. Lambert while I went on down to the weaver's Dicks, after some cloth but did not get it as I expected. We drove Charley. We He went along first-rate. I got him shod at McMicken's in Jarvis. The Lord has been with me too-day and has been pleased to manifest himself to my soul. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1867 Peter and I mended a gate this morning and fixed the stable for the bull. Afterwards we went to the slashing and chopped wood the rest of the day. We have just finnished cuting the smallest of the wood and we have perhaps ennough cut to keep us going a year or more. The school master Mr. Weston made us a visit too-night. I have again enjoyed the sunshine of the Christian life too-day. for Lord has blessed me. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1867 My men got up wood too-day while I spent the day mostly in doing chores and fixing up some arround the barn. Fixed up some fences back of the barn and and made a fence arround a hay-stack, cut some wood etc. Attended prayer-meeting too-night. There was only one there besides myself, but the Lord was with us. I have been abundantly blessed with the presence of my Redeemer too-day. I am again ennabled to put my whole trust in Him. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1867 Peter drew up wood again this forenoon but this afternoon he went to weigh out some hay for his father etc. Mother and I started for Dover about ten. Went to Rev. Mr. Laird for dinner and visited there most of the day or rather, when I was not doing my town business. Saw Mr. Burns for the last time as he is going to Milton to teach Grammar School. We drove Charly too-day. He went first rate. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1867 Peter worked at drawing wood most of the day. The weather has become much milder since last night. There was a fall of about four or five inches of snow last night but I am affraid it is going off again for the south wind is blowing very warm. Have not done much too-day. Have felt very uncomfortable from a cold and am trying to cure it by starving it out. The schoolmaster was here too-night to make out the school report. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1867 Peter got up wood too-day excepting a little while this afternoon, when we brought up a load of straw for bedding for the cows etc. I have been doing chores and preparing to go to Nelson next week. It is snowing again too-night very furiously. This storm is from the east. I �have been reading Fleetwoods Life of Christ. His explanation of the parable of the wise and foolish virgins is certainly very plain as {illegible} {obscured} SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1867 We were favoured with a heavy rain last night, which will be a great blessing to many. THe Good Lord has been pleased to show me my own nothingness in a wonderful manner tooday. I find that with all my efforts at serving Him I very many times grieve his Holy Spirit and come short of His glory. O what a mercy that he still bears with my deceitful heart so long. We had a good service in the School house this afternoon. The Lord was with us to bless us and to do us good. MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1867 It was quite blustery this morning, and all day the wind has been blowing quite hard. Peter has been spliting wood this forenoon and this afternoon he has been puting manure on mother's flower beds. I have been a little unwell too=day with a cold and consequently have not done much in the way of work. cut some wood this afternoon and this forenoon did chores etc. Spent the evening in hunting out some {lume?} for meeting. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1867 I sent Peter to the blacksmith-shop this morning with the horses to get them shod. I went out to Dover as soon as I could get my chores done this morning. Drove Charly to the buggy, He went very well. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Got home again about three. The school-master came over too-night to help me finnish up the school report for the last six months. It has been very blustery too-day. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 1867 Mother and I went out to Dover this morning. Attended service in the Episcopalian Church afterwards we took dinner at My sisters. Called at Bowlbys this afternoon and spent a couple of hours very pleasantly in chatting with the girls and etc. We arrived home after dark. I attended prayer meeting too-night in the school-house and had it all to myself. However, it is always proffitable to wait upon the Lord. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1867 �Peter and I worked at cuting up some old pine trees for kindling-wood too-day, back in the chopping. The weather is still very mild, indeed, the past day has resembled a fine day of April or May much more than one of December. The snow has all disappeared and mud is fast coming in its place. The prospect of my going to Nelson is rather slim at present, especially with the cutter. However I have no doubt but that the weather will be more favourable before many days and then I'm off, of course. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1867 My man cut wood in the wood-house too-day on account of the rain. Towards night we made a dam below the waggon-house to back up water for the cattle & horses. Last night we were visited with a regular Summer Thunder shower. The weather still continues very warm and the frost is about all out of the ground. In the way to Heaven I have not made as good progress too-day as I might have made. O Lord, help me in my extreme weakness that I may arrive safely home at {obscured} SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1867 My man split wood too-day in the chopping. After doing my chores I went to Dover on horseback. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Got home about two. Spent the afternoon in geting ready for my journey to Nelson. I went over to the Messiah Church too-night Where they were giving an entertainment of music & then recitations of Sabath School Children. It went off pretty well. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1867 Attended Meeting in the School House this afternoon. The Rev. Mr. Laird delivered a very excellent discourse by which I was much proffited. He told us of the necessity of being constantly ready for that great and notable day of the Lord when all men shall be judged according to the deeds done in the body, weather they be good or evil. Of a truth one is very dangerously exposed {who?} is out of Christ every {obscured} one moment, for we {illegible} what a day or an hour may bring {obscured} MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1867 Started for Nelson this morning about seven. Peter took me as far as Jarvis where I took the stage. Had a rough time down as the road was terribly rough. Got acquainted wiht a young Dr. Faber on the way down from Caledonia. We started for on the train for Toronto together �at seven. I stopped at the Square and had to walk up to Mr. Springers. To My great surprise Frank, Emily, and Alice had gone up to Jerseyville only a few hours before. Oh! dear what will I do. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 1867 Spent this forenoon in visiting with Mr. & Mrs. Springer and Elisa. The time passed by pleasantly of course. Walked down to the Square Station about noon, and took the train for Copetown "we work" for Jerseyville. Had to get off at {dumtown?} as the train did not stop at Copetown. Happened luckily to get a ride almost to Jerseyville Arrived at Mr. {Reed?} Howell about six. Frank had gone to a party but Emily and Alice were there. Spent the evening very pleasantly Young Donald Sutherland was there. MEMORANDA No year of my life has been so abundantly fraught with mercies and blessings to my poor soul as the one which has just pas't. During the first six months of the year the Lord lead me more and more to see the necessity of entering into a closer walk with God. About the First of May I was ennabled to give myself up both soul and body to the dear Redeemer, but as yet, without any MEMORANDA perceptible change in my religious enjoyment. About the middle of June I was permitted to attend a camp meeting at Mill-Grove on the Wellington Square circuit in company with the Springer family. On the occasion of Frank's re-conversion I was favoured with a wonderful blessing from my Heavently Father, and from that time until the present I have been ennabled to reckon myself dead indeed unto sin and alive unto God. {hand written} Sunday Nov 22nd {1868?} I have this forenoon been reading the last of Carvosso's Memoir. By it I find that I have almost unconsciously been doing that which grieves the Holy Spirit. I have for some time been lacking in faith, indeed, it has at times seemed as though it was impossible to take God at his word. I have trusted too much to feeling, and works and altogether too little to the all atoning blood of Jesus. but bless God that He does at times show me shere I am and gives me to feel a sense of my danger. It seems as though I was sailing on an immense Oceanunder bound for a port country of which I know nothing. Only as I am taught by Him �who is King of that country and who has given a chart by which we are to avoid dangerous rocks and shoals. For there are many such and multitudes set out on the voyage but by dint of carelessness and negligence {illegible} to consult the chart, soon guide their ships from the right course and ere long are swallowed up in some dreadful {illegible} or shipwrecked before they have again recourse to the Chart. Another source of my has been that I have of late spent too little time in co{illegible}ing with my Saviour O that I could pray always without ceasing and in everything give thanks And instead fo trusting fully in him I have breen drifting away into the dangerous waters of self conceit. But now in {illegible} and the deepest humily {humility?} I speak with the poet "not but I yield I yield I cannot any more." There are no desires of my heart so strong as the the desire to be entirely conformed to the will of God. And withal{?} I do want to be use- {writing is cut off} For more information on Courtland Olds, check out the “Meet the Diarists” page under “Discover” on our website: ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Scanned Manuscript & Typed Transcription Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant 19th Century, Norfolk County, Woodhouse Township, Ontario UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Extracted Text ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Courtland Olds’ (1844-1896) 1867 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers THE CANADIAN POCKET DIARY FOR 1867. TORONTO: PUBLISHED BY BROWN BROS. 66 KING STREET EAST. TUESDAY, JANUARY 1, 1867 Spent the forenoon in cuting wood in the wood shed at which Snively helpd me. He did a few chores around in the afternoon. I started for Bowlby en route for the Tea Meeting at the Methodist Church in Simcoe. Broke down on the road to Dover and did not get there until late. Put my horse in the stable and went up with Mr Bowlbys folks. Met with Richardson and Well Carpenter besides several others of my old acquaintances. Got back to Dover about 12. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2, 1867 Stayed all night last night at Mr. B's and before I could go home had to get this old buggy mended which I did by eleven o'clock. Started for home as soon as possible got there about twelve. Found everything all right side up with {cow?}. Snively cut wood all day in the bush while I spent the afternoon in husking corn. Attended prayermeerting in the old schoolhouse to night and had a very proffitable time of it. THURSDAY, JANUARY 3, 1867 Ma and myself started for Dover this morning early. I went to mill with a grist of wheat and buckwheat. Ma and I took our dinners with Mary Jane and in the afternoon I went out in search of a young lady to go with me skating. Was lucky enough to find one at the first place at which I stopped. Had the honor of waiting on Miss Bowlby the afternoon and was of course delighted with my afternoon's skate on "silver lake." It was a beautiful afternoon. Got home about nine. FRIDAY, JANUARY 4, 1867 I spent the forenoon in working at Snively's shanty, which, after a long time I have finished. In the afternoon I hund {hung} a door in the corner of the east shed on roolers. Finished it in a good season and did some patching or fixing in the cow stables. Snively cut up wood in the �forenoon and in the afternoon drive it up to the house. Mother and I went to spend the evening at George Matthews, had a pleasant time. SATURDAY, JANUARY 5, 1867 Snively and myself spent the forenoon in cutting wood at the woodhouse, while in the afternoon he cut wood again in the woods. I spent the afternoon in filing my wood saw and also the cross-cut saw etc. Had my bath as usual. To Make Radway's Ready Relief Put 3/4 oz. ciana. pepper; 3/4 oz. camphor {grease?}; 3/4 {tspn?} Ammonia or {Haidshorne?} into a quart of Whiskey. Allow it time to dissolve and settle before bottling. From Maj. M. Hoyt Brantford. SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 1867 Ma and I went out to church this morning to Dover. Heard the Rev. Mr. Messmore preach an old fashioned sermon this morning. After church we went home again and had our dinner. I then went to meeting at the schoolhouse. The preacher did not come; but we had a very excellent class meeting. Captain McFell led the class for the first time and the manner in which he did it, augurs well of his future usefullness. MONDAY, JANUARY 7, 1867 Started for Dover this morning as early as possible. Gave in my note and then went after Miss {Higmans?} and my Boss. They came home with me and we had a very pleasant little ride with the two old-maids. They came to spend a few dys with us. I husked corn most of the afternoon but towards night I went to work and built a shelter for my old ewes back of the barn. Snively put up wood most of the dy. for himself. TUESDAY, JANUARY 8, 1867 Snively and I cut up a big pile of wood at the house this forenoon. And in the afternoon Snively cut wood in the chopping. About eleven o'clock J. B. Carpenter's Brother came here to see a cow which I had offered to Mr. Carpenter for one of his thoroughbred Durham Bulls. He concluded that he would take up my offer. I husked corn most of the afternoon and did some other little chores about the barn. Mr. & Mrs. {Wall?} came and stayed until eleven. Had a great old fashioned visit with them. �WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9, 1867 I set Snively at husking corn this this morning. & in the afternoon he cut wood in the bush. I husked corn until School meeting time. When I went down to the school meeting and was unhappily appointed Trustee & Secy. for the remaining term {illegible}. After dinner I took Mrs. and Miss Higmans home. Had a pleasant little visit at the Higmans. Went to the store for a few articles and from there to Mr. G. Bowlbys {illegible} I was persuaded to spend the evening and spent it very pleasantly with a lot of Bowlbys. THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 1867 After doing my chores, Ma and I started for Simcoe. Got there about noon. Saw an old friend at Mr. Willoughbys (Mattie Burke). Went to Mr. Wells to get our teeth mended and I had two front teeth filled with gold. Stopped Walter Ods. on the way home and took him with them. Started home about eight and on the way stopped at Ed {Kniffins?} to leave the tax money. Got home about ten and found everything all right side up with {cow?} etc. FRIDAY, JANUARY 11, 1867 As soon as we got our chores done, Snively and I went out to the woods & cut six sawlogs before noon, in the afternoon Snively cut wood in the bush & I husked corn most of the time. Young Robt. Riddell was here just before night. About six o'clock Asford Bowlby with his two sisters Hellen & Louisa & Miss Anna Douglas came to spend the evening with us. I had a pleasant chat with them. They went home about eleven or thereabouts. When I went into dreamland as usual. SATURDAY, JANUARY 12, 1867 Got up in good season this morning and after doing my chores Snively and I went to work at cutting sawlogs to take to mill. Got about a {dozen?} rady for drawing too day. George {Buck?} was at the house when I came from work. We had a good little chat on various matters and things. Cut my Sunday wood in the dark too night and felt very tired when I got through with it. Carried water from the cistern and had a good bath. SUNDAY, JANUARY 13, 1867 After doing up my chores I cleaned up and put on my Sunday-go-to-meeting clothes and afterwards spent the forenoon in reading the Pilgrims Progress. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here �to dinner and he and I had a good old chat together about church matters, etc. Went to church or to meeting in the Schoolhouse. Mr. Laird gave us a proffitable discourse. Stayed to Classmeeting. Mr. {Stringer?} lead the class for the first time. Spent the evening in reading etc. MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 1867 After doing my chores and giving Snively orders and after getting ready Ma & I started for Brantford with the cutter. We stopped at Mr. Howard and took dinner. Got to Brantford about three o'clock. found the folks all well and in comfortable circumstances. Spent a very pleasant evening with Mr. & Mrs. Hoyt. Went out with Mr. Hoyt in the course of the evening to the soldiers hospital which Mr. Hoyt had been repairing after a fire. TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1867 Took breakfast this morning about nine. Spent the forenoon in walking around the town and in getting a negative taken at Parks Gallery. Had a nice little talk with Miss Lewis. In the afternoon I walked around town, visited with Mrs. Smith & Mr. Hoyt and about five, went around to Mrs Elliots. Miss Elliot was not at home so I concluded to go back again after a little while as they said that she would be in soon. Called on Miss Louise Elliot again about seven o'clock etc WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 1867 Found Miss {inserted: Louise Darling} Elliot to be rather a pleasant girl. We had a very jovial old fashioned talk with her about our adventures during old college days our fictitious correspondents etc. She gave me an invitation to her the following evening but alas!! I could not go. Ma and I started for home again about nine. Stopped at Mr. Howe's to {warm?} & got home again about two o'clock. Found everything all right. Snively had been cuting & getting up wood doing chores &c. since I went away from home. THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 1867 I went out to Dover last night and attended the Presbyterian Tea-meeting. They had a very good tea and afterwards a good variety of speakers Such as the Rev's. Messrs. Swain, Craigie, Burns, {Gunner?}, & Laird. Got home & to bed about nine. Snively & I cut wood in the forenoon and in the afternoon we husked corn. I spent the afternoon in visiting with Mr. �Howell and had a very pleasant time talking with the old gentleman. He said that he would let me have money to pay Grandfather Olds. Good. FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 1867 As soon as I had finished my chores this morning I went to see if I could not get John Matthews to come down and help me kill the beef; but he could not come. Leonora played a few lines on her new organ which is a very fine one indeed. Snively & I got ready for killing the beef before noon. I killed it after. We got along very well considering our little experience. Finished up our job about six by which time I was pretty well chilled through. SATURDAY, JANUARY 19, 1867 Snively and I cut up the beef this morning. Got started for Simcoe about eleven. Took a quarter of beef to Mr. Willoughby. Took dinner with Mr. & Mrs. Willoughby, after which we went to Donelys & paid him for my books. Went to Colonel Wilsons office to see about getting a probate for Pa's will. Stopped at Mrs. George Matthews for H. {Misener?}. Got home about dark. Wrote a letter to Springer and had a good bath. SUNDAY, JANUARY 20, 1867 Got ready and started for church this morning with Ma; and Mrs. Howell who has been staying with us for the last few days. Heard the Rev. Mr. Laird preach. After church we went to Mr. Bowlbys for dinner. Stayed there until church time to night. I spent the afternoon very pleasantly talking and reading, with the girls. It stormed so furiously when we got ready for church that we concluded that we had better go home and, we acted accordingly. MONDAY, JANUARY 21, 1867 Did not get up this morning until nearly eight o'clock, as I did not feel real well on account of having a bad cold. Went to George Matthews to sharpen a Buck Saw and Hand Saw. George rather surprised me by saying that I owed him fifty five dollars for threshing; "whew"!! Snively husked corn before noon and he and I cut up some wood in the afternoon. Spent the evening in writing a letter to W. H. {Rawnd?} TUESDAY, JANUARY 22, 1867 �Finished up my chores about nine, after which I took the hide off from a dead sheep and dressed it and cut it up. In the afternoon I cut up two quarters of the beef and put it away. Cut wood towards night at which Snively helped me. He {Broke?} roads and drew up a couple of loads of wood. Spent the evening in writing a letter to my friend John Saunders And in talking to Walter Olds who is stopping with us right at present. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23, 1867 Carried up the sheep sack this morning and got ready to go to Dover. Started about eleven. I took some hides to Lawson's tannery and went from there to Francis Wares. Had a good visit with him. Leonora went out with us. In the afternoon I went over to town on a little business with Riddles and Mr. Lawsons. Took tea at Mr. {Marrs?} and started home afterwards started Stopped until the mail came in. Got home about eight and found everything all right. THURSDAY, JANUARY 24, 1867 I felt very unwell this morning from having a bad cold. Made up my mind this morning to starve my cold but I had to have the haystack drawed in for the stock. Had to take dinner in consequence. Snively helped me to draw in hay--got in four loads before night. I payed off Jane Lewis to-day and expect to be obliged to do all the churning and milking after this. Had to put off both too night. Leonora and Walter are still with us. FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 1867 Walter built fires for me this morning & when I got out of bed I found myself pretty sick. Ma was complaining too we both kept getting worse and about three we sent Snively after the Doctor. He soon came and said that he was afraid that my fever would hang on me for some time. But he did not think that Ma's was quite so bad. Stuart gave me an emetic which I took and it made me as sick as a dog. Went to bed about one. Fortunately Walter & Leonora still are here. SATURDAY, JANUARY 26, 1867 Remained in bed the whole of this forenoon as I did not feel able to get up. Walter milked my cows for me & Leonora got breakfast for him and waited on Ma and I very nicely indeed. Got up at twelve and after dressing and cleaning up etc. I read some. Took dinner about four when Walter came back to cut Sunday wood for me. Mr. & Mrs. Wilsons came out towards �night & helped me to do up my chores etc. Later Dr. came and to night he said Ma was doing well. SUNDAY, JANUARY 27, 1867 I felt pretty sick this morning but had to milk and do some other little chores notwithstanding. Mr. Wilson helped me some and Mrs. Wilson made up the beds, got breakfast etc. Ma still improves & I think we will both soon be well. I laid around the forenoon and Lydia Matthews came down in the afternoon and got up a very excellent dinner for us of beef soup etc. Felt much better after eating of it. Unckle McFell was up to see us this morning; we had a good talk. MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 1867 I started out this morning to work notwithstanding my ill health. Snively and I shovelled roads and cut up a load of wood by dinner time. In the afternoon we cut up wood in the woodhouse etc. About dark Frank Springer turned up. Personally, I enjoyed the evening talking with him very much; although I had to churn and work butter and sundry other little jobs. Got to bed about twelve. TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 1867 Did not get up until daylight this morning. Got breakfast and fixed up things about the house. Springer helped me milk after which we started off for a girl for Ma. Hellen Mcfell promised to help us a while, or until Ma got better. We got to Dover all right & took dinner with Mr. & Mrs. Laird. In the afternoon we called on Mr. Hane's folks; on Mary Jane & on Mr. Bowlby's. At the last place we had a very pleasant time. Got home about sundown. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 1867 Walter Olds built fires for us this morning. I spent most of the forenoon in cutting down and cutting up an oak tree with my man. In the afternoon Frank Springer helped me to saw up a tree with a cross cut saw while Snively got up a load of {wor?} or so. Felt very uncomfortable today from my cold which gave me a bad headache. At night my friend & I had a real pleasant time talking about old college days, smoking etc. This has been a very beautiful day although it was a very cold one. THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 1867 �Franklin and myself started for Simcoe as soon as I could get my chores done and get ready. Got in Simcoe about noon and after doing some shopping started for J. B. Carpenters. Found them all well and spent the afternoon talking and reading the news. Went with Ed and Min to Mr. Duncan McCall's party. Found Mr. Bowlby's folks there from Dover. Louise among the rest. Had an exceedingly good time during the evening. Did not go home until after midnight had long past. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1867 It took Frank & I from midnight until daylight to finish chatting with the young ladies and to get home. Felt rather blue all day to day but knocked around at work mostly all day. Mr. & Mrs. Sweetlove came about noon and made us a nice little visit. They went away about four. Franklin Springer and myself went down to the Port too night to spend the evening at Mr. Bowlby's. Had a very pleasant time if I did feel sleepy. Got home by eleven o'clock. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1867 Felt some better this morning than I did last night as well as Frank. Ground up my hay-knife and when I had finished Mr. Allen Culber & family came together with Unckle Homes & wife. It rained real hard nearly all day and froze nearly as fast as it came. Had a pleasant visit with our folks who went away about five or thereabouts. Snively sawed wood most of the day. Had a good bath tonight as usual. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 1867 Was a little lazy this morning in my feelings so that we did not get out to church. I[t] stormed very bad. However, Frank & I spent the forenoon in reading some of our old letters at which we enjoyed ourselves well. We started out for Dover towards night and went to Mr. Herrells. Frank and I {joc?} to {Lea?} with them. Went to church and heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach a very good discourse. Got home again about eleven. Found things all right. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1867 Walter got up first and built fires this morning. I helped Snively to cut up the old "oak tree in the lane." In the afternoon I cut up wood in the woodhouse and churned for Ma at which Frank helped me. We started for the port about five and went to Mr. Wares to spend the evening. I had a good time talking with Mattie Burk & Miss Howell. Saw them home of �course. Sparked the Miss Ella Jones & Frank {here?} until two or so. Cut out some of the poor boys. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 1867 George Buck came over this morning. I started for Unckle P. Wykoffs as soon as we could get rady. Got there all right about noon. Took dinner with them & went over to see Miss Bell McCall afterwards, but unfortunately the dear lass was away from home. We went home about five and concluded that I would take a good nights sleep. Snively cut up some wood and drew up a load of s--. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1867 At about nine we started off for another visit. Ma went along with us this time and we went up to Allen {Eaubvers?} for our visit; found the folks at home. Spent the day very pleasantly. Frank put in a good time singing etc. with Miss Culver to the edification of the rest of us. Started on our way home about six stopped at the Missionary meeting in Dover. Before which Frank & I had a good smoke together. Got home & to bed about twelve. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 1867 My old friend started for home this morning about nine. I felt a little bad to see him go, for we have enjoyed our visit together so well. I went to work at drawing in the remainder of the hay- stack. Snively helped me at it. Got in four good loads by night--which took it all in. Felt a little lonesome too night but Walter came in and took tea which cheered me up some. Felt pretty tired after pitching hay all day. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1867 As soon as Snively and I had finished our chores we started with the big white-faced cow for Carpenters Mead farm. Had a rough journey going out as our cow got away from us and we had a hard time catching her. Saw an awful run-away on the gravel just above Beaupres. Started for home with my thoroughbred Durham bull about one. Fell in with my sister's cow on the way and drove her home too. Got home about four all right only I felt very tired and sore. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1867 �Snively and I spent a good part of the forenoon in cording wood in the woodhouse. We husked corn the remainder of the day. Have about one day's work yet. After doing my chores I had to churn for Ma and do sundry other little jobs. Had my Saturday evening bath as usual. Sorted over a lot of apples etc. This has been a very stormy blustery day. The snow & wind come from the southwest. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1867 This was a very windy cold dreary morning so much so that Mother and I made up our minds not to go to the quarterly meeting which was at Woodhouse today. Stayed at home all day and occupied my time in reading etc. Had a very proffitable and happy day religiously. I have endeavored to consecrate myself ^ wholy unto the Lord and He has blessed me with an outpouring of his spirit. Truly it is good to wait upon the Lord and to walk in his paths. My sincere prayer is that I may never depart from there. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 1867 It was pretty cold this morning but the wind blew strong from the South. After doing our chores Snively and I cut wood until noon after which we I put up a door on the west shed for the sheep to go through. Husked corn the remainder of the afternoon at which my man helped me. Caleb Matthews was down {here?} too night. I spent the evening reading, cleaning up my face etc. The weather is becoming a good bit stormy. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1867 The weather begins to moderate. The South wind blows up warm too-day. The forenoon Snively drew up some wood and I helped him to draw up a load of rails and boards. He husked corn in the afternoon and I made a shelter or pen for the chicks under the west shed. I settled up with Snively this evening, we came out all fare and square. Had to churn afterwards. Walter stopped with us again too night. This has not been an extra day religion {cut off} WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1867 Did my chores this morning first thing after breakfast. After which I made a feed box for the cattle. I went up to John Matthews for dinner as this was his birthday. Went up to Georges in the afternoon to sharpen my saw. Bob {Lorrie?} was there and gave me my hay knife. I had a �{spear?} talk with George about his account of threshing against us. Came to the conclusion that I had better pay him. Ma and I got home all right and found things serene. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 1867 Got my stock fed in good time and Ma and I started for Dover about ten. I took a grist to mill. The creek was very high down by Smiths on account of the great rain and thaw yesterday. The sleighing was very poor in places. After doing our little chores we went to Mary Janes and took dinner. In the afternoon I called on Mr. Howell to see about some money and had good success. Had my horse shod and we started for home about four. Found all right. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1867 After doing my chores I went out to show Snively where to cut some wood for himself and helped him some. Afterwards I went to work at a sheep rack. Helped Snively to load some of his wood after dinner and then went to work again at my sheep rack. At about five I started for Bucks, got there in good time. Had a good talk with them on matters and things. Got home about nine. This has been a windy cloudy day. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 1867 Walter sharpened my saw this morning before he went away. I went to work at the sheep rack after doing my chores. Got it almost done by noon. In the afternoon I went to look after my boom across the creek under the bridge by Browns. It had broken loose and gone away. {Louise?} Ryerse was over this afternoon. I helped Snively to thresh peas most of the afternoon. Threshed two florins with the horses. It rained this morning. Very windy since. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1867 I went over to the Millright church this morning for a change. Heard their crack preacher, the Rev. Mr. Sumner preach. I was perfectly disgusted with the sermon and made up my mind that it would be some time before I would go there again. Heard Father Messmore in the afternoon after which I stopped to class. Had a pretty good time. Father Messmore stopped all night with us. Had a pleasant talk with him. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 1867 �Father Messmore went away home this morning. Snively and myself worked at cutting wood in the corner of the field by Browns. I went to the port towards night with the horse and sulkey. Took Turner some flour and did a little shopping and came home again. After I had got home I had to churn and do my chores. Got through about ten. This has been a very beautiful day just like Spring. I still feel the Lord precious to me. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 1867 We have had a cold North East wind too day all day. This forenoon my man and I shoveled snow in the lane, so that in the afternoon we managed to draw up some wood. I cut wood in the afternoon while Snively drove the team. I had to become churning maid again too night not unconciously either. I would not like to be the hired girl. If such was the case missus and I'd fall out. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 1867 Did not make a move this morning as soon as I would like. "Early to bed & early to rise" is my motto, if I do find it hard to put it in practise at all times. Snively and I cut some wood in the wood house this morning and in the afternoon he threshed peas with the horses. I broke my bay colt to lead and afterwards helped Snively at the peas. Ma is quite unwell too night with a cold. I spent the evening pleasantly in reading, "My farm of Edgewood," etc. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 1867 Mother was pretty sick this morning, so that I had to get breckfast and wait on her most of the forenoon. It commenced snowing pretty hard towards noon and by night we had good sleighing again. Mr. Strand{?} and Mr. Shearer{?} were here just after-noon to see about starting a cheese factory. Threshed two florins{?} of peas afternoon and in the evening I washed dishes for Ma and did other little jobs for her. FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1867 I had to get my own breakfast this morning as Ma was very sick. I had to wait on her most of the night. This morning I went up to Wilkinsons to get a girl but did not succeed very well. Elizabeth came home with me to stop a little while. In the afternoon I went out after the Doctor for Ma and after Mary Jane. While my sister was getting ready I went over to Mr. B's to get a look at my "ducky." Saw her of course and had a pleasant little time of it. Received a letter from {friend?} Springer. Got home by nine. �SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1867 Had a very good night sleep last night, and this morning mother was a good deal better. The dr. said that she had every symptom of inflamation of the Bowells. This forenoon I helped Snively at the pea threshing and we got done by dinner-time. In the afternoon we cut some Sunday wood and cleaned some of the peas through the fanning mill. Unckle McFell & wife came to spend the evening; had a pleasant time. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1867 Mother was very sick last night; about two in the morning I went up to John Matthews after Lydia to come and wait on Ma. Mary Jane is still here and is going to stay until Ma gets better. I stayed at home to day until towards night when I went out after the Dr. for ma he said that she would soon be around if she did not catch cold and took her medicine properly. Went to church. Heard Laird preach. Saw my "ducky" of course but could not talk with her. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 1867 I was permitted to have a good night's rest last night and felt all right again this morning. Mary Ann Wilkinson came last night and we got her to stay a while with us. My sister and her attended to ma last night. Snively and I cleaned up the peas this forenoon and carried them into the Constables. In the afternoon we cleaned and sifted a lot of tymothy seed, cut wood. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1867 Ma was a considerable better this morning, so I went to work with a hopeful heart. Snively drew up wood before noon while I went over to Peter Ryerse and to Browns to see about cows for the dairy. Did not succeed very well, as their cows were but few. In the afternoon I took Mary Jane to her home and while in Dover called on Mr. Howell. Had a pleasant chat with the old gentleman. On my way home I stopped at Mr. {Strand?} a little while. Got home, and found ma not quite as well as before. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1867 My mother was not quite so well this morning but her sickness seemed to be in spells. Snively and I drew up two loads of hay this morning and in the afternoon Mr. Howell together with numerous other visitors. Unckle Homes & wife came etc. I was brought three hundred �dollars by Mr. Howell. Laird was here and Mr. & Miss {Noll?} etc. etc. Unckle Homes went for the Dr. for mother towards night. THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1867 Got my chores done this morning in good time and afterwards I went to Dover after some medicine for my mother. I paid up the store account of Wares and wrote a letter to Mr. Hoyt to inquire about those photographs. Stoped at my sisters on my way home. Got home about noon I found ma about the same. Snively and I cut up some trees in the saw ground for the drag-saw in the afternoon. Mother was not quite as well to night. She complained of being very sick FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 1867 I was very uneasy last night about ma. She was so very sick. I sent for the doctor about ten at night. Towards morning she gradually improved. The Dr. staid all night. In the morning I took aunt Maria to the Port. While there I got several things for ma and after dinner called on Miss Louisa. Had a good time. At three I started for home with my sister. Found ma a good deal easier, than when I left her. This has been a lovely day. SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 1867 Mother was pretty bad this morning. And as for myself I began to feel the effects of being up nights. But Ma is certainly geting better so that I will have a chance to sleep again before long. Laird was out this morning. I went down to pay Grandfather some money to day. gave him two hundred and forty six dollars. I came home with the conviction that he had tried to cheat me out of $100.00 & that I must see him again on the subject. SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 1867 I was called up this morning about two, to see ma who was very bad again. Stayed up with her the rest of the night with my sister. This morning she began to get better and about seven was quite easy. Throug the day there was a great many {one?} to see her notwithstanding the cold wind and storm from the East. Did not enjoy this Sabath as well religiously as I would like but hope that I may be more devoted in the future Went to bed farely early to night. Farewell. MONDAY, MARCH 4, 1867 �Ma was a good deal better this morning. As soon as I had got my chores done I went down to Grandfather's to see about the Mortgage. Had a seedy time with the old gentleman who tried his best to cheat me out of my eyes, almost. Got through at last, gave him my note for ninety dollars. Payable in six months & took the mortgage. Took Mary Jane home this afternoon, & while I was waiting for Miss Howell I went over to see my ducky. TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 1867 {handwritten: Thursday} I found it snowing pretty hard this morning so that the threshers did not come until nine or ten. I went over to James McBrides this morning to get his help but did not succeed. I made out to get John Snively about noon. Got to work after dinner and threshed the cloverseed of from the {shaw} in about three hours. I had a dusty place and when night came it felt as though I had the chill fever. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 1867 After doing my chores this morning I helped Unckle Homes at fixing the Wood-house We managed to get the stairs up and the sleepers in and by night the floor mostly laid. In the afternoon I cleaned out some barrels and filled them with pork. I have some good times talking to the {sendies?} etc. of whom we have a goodly number with us at present. The machine came too night but it is snowing & I am afraid of tomorrow. THURSDAY, MARCH 7, 1867 I had a pretty good time at Mr. B’s last night. Afterwards I went over to Mr. Howell and found Miss Burke there. Had a very pleasant little time. I saw her home and spent some time at Mr. Lairds pleasantly. Miss Howell went home with me. Snively and I got up four loads of hay to day. Unckle Homes and Aunt came to day. He worked at the stairs in the afternoon; in the evening I went to see about the threshers. FRIDAY, MARCH 8, 1867 I set up with mother last night and this morning as a consequence I feel somewhat sleepy. Went to threshing cloverseed again about nine and got done about noon. In the afternoon Unckle Homes & I cleaned up some cloverseed & hung a door at the waggonhouse. Visited with Mr. Howell most of the afternoon and with John Matthews. This has been a beautiful day but the snow has not yet gone but will be soon I fear. �SATURDAY, MARCH 9, 1867 Snively and myself cleaned through the cloverseed this forenoon and cut some wood. In the afternoon I went out to Dover and took Miss Howell home. I went out in the cutter but, as fortune would have it, we had to go on bare ground most of the way. My sister came back with me. It has been a very beautiful day, and what snow there was on the ground had to suffer destruction. Got a letter from Mrs. Hoyt. SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 1867 I had to set up last night as a consequence this has been a sleepy day. Spent the forenoon in cleaning up and sleeping. Rev. Mr. Laird was here just before meeting. I went down to the school-house there was not enough of a congregation to have service, on account of the snow. Mother became a good-deal worse towards night so that I had to go for the doctor. He came out in good time and seemed to think that he could soon check Ma's disease. MONDAY, MARCH 11, 1867 I went down to Mr. Wooddricks this morning to look for a girl for ma. Had pretty good luck. Made some pickle for my pork, after which I took my sister home again. The roads were very bad. While in town I called on Mr. Halls folks. Had a pleasant little chat there. I did some shoping and then went to Mr. Laird for a little while. Saw Mr. Willoughby. Had a nice time. Saw Miss Bowlby on the streets with Miss Douglas. TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 1867 Mrs. Coppway came home with me last night to stay with ma. I went over to P. Ryerse after a clover sieve this morning. Cleaned up cloverseed the rest of the forenoon. Afternoon I split some wood and worked around the woodhouse. Gave the School teacher an order on Mr. Craigie too night. John Matthews came in too night. Mother is still gaining slowly. This has been a warm day but cloudy. We put Charly into drawing wood for the first time. He went first rate. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13, 1867 I was permitted to have a very good nights rest last night; Mrs. Coppway waited on mother for me. I cut some wood this morning and pickled the pork. Snively drew up a few loads of wood before noon. In the afternoon we cut up a lot of elms etc. ready for the drag saw. It has �been a pretty blustery day and cold. Caleb Matthews was here to night after grass seed. Mother does not seem to get better very fast. THURSDAY, MARCH 14, 1867 I stayed up last night to keep fire and to wait on mother. This morning I went over to Samuel Ryerses to him to saw up my {samwares?} wood but he was not at home. Went after John Snively afterwards but he was not at home. Went home again and cut wood until noon. After- noon Snively & I cut some more logs for the drag saw until towards night. This has been a very cold day & blustery. Mother is beginning to improve quite fast. FRIDAY, MARCH 15, 1867 I went over to Samuel Ryerse’s this morning first thing to see about getting the sawing done. I then went over to James {McBride?} to get him to help but he was not at home. After Breakfast Sam. & I went back to pick out a place to saw. I then went over to Billy Austins to see if he would run the saw. Snively carried some corn to the woodshed & I cut wood etc. towards night I found another {swope?} & then went to Dover. SATURDAY, MARCH 16, 1867 I was at a great debate last night in Schofield's hall did not get home from it until midnight. Stayed up and kept fires the rest of the night. I went over to James McBrides this morning and did some little jobs around. I sent Snively after a {crotch?} to draw logs one for the drag saw. In the afternoon we killed a sheep and dressed it. I went over to J. Barnhardts to get my hair cut. It has been snowing hard most of the day from the east. SUNDAY, MARCH 17, 1867 Had to keep fire last night again for mother. This morning as soon as I could get my chores done and get ready I started for Dover with Mrs. Coppway got there and to church in time to hear the Rev. Mr. Laird preached. After which I went to Mr. Bowlbys to dinner & from there I went to church in the evening. Had the exquisite pleasure of seeing Louisa to church and home again and in the meantime we had a very pleasant talk together. MONDAY, MARCH 18, 1867 �Kept fires for mother again last night and this morning did not feel in very good trim for work. I had to go after James McBride, John Snively & Brown in the morning. We got to sawing about ten and had very good success for by eight we managed to cut up about all our logs that were cut. Ack. Bobby was here in the afternoon a little while. Got {Jimmy?} to take the horse-power away for me after we had finished It was a very favourable day. TUESDAY, MARCH 19, 1867 I was permitted to have an excellent nights rest last night but this morning I was about half sick with a cold. Mother is gradually recovering from her sickness This forenoon Snively and I drew up wood & also in the afternoon. We upset once and spilt out our wood. Frank Ryerse from Port Ryerse was here to dinner to day. He came after clover & tymothy seed. It has been a beautiful day a considerable warmer than of late. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 1867 Kept fires and waited on mother last night but in the spare moments I took some sleep. Started for Simcoe about nine this morning too see about selling my clover & timothy seed. Rode the pet colt (Charly) up for the first time. I took dinner at Mr. Willoughbys and after started for Dover to try my luck there. On my way I stopped at Eber Decons to see a girl. Made a bargain with Schofield for the sale of the grass seed & then went home. THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 1867 It commenced storming this morning & too night there is quite a coat of snow on the ground. Snively got up wood in the forenoon I busied myself at cleaning up cloverseed spliting wood shelling corn and sundry other little jobs. This after-noon we split wood in the woodhouse on account of the storm. Towards night I sorted over some apples toward night. Mother is geting along nicely so much so that I was permitted to have a good nights rest last night. FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 1867 Had a good nights rest last night. It snowed nearly all day to day from the northeast. The foreman Snively and I cleaned up a grist of wheat and this afternoon he drew up wood while I carried my tymothy seed to the barn and cleaned it with the mill made it nice and clean. Towards night I went up to George Matthews after a cloverseed seive. While there I filed my wood saw. Stopped to John Matthews and got my boot mended. Went to Sam. Ryerses afterwards and found a seive. �SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 1867 I sifted my cloverseed this morning as soon as I had finished my chores. Caught a pig for Andrew Smith. Helped Snively draw up wood until noon and this afternoon we drew up three loads, after which I got ready and started for Dover. Rode Charly out and had a very rough time with him. He did not throw me off but came pretty near it. Called at Mr. Halls a few minutes. Going home I had a rougher time than coming. SUNDAY, MARCH 24, 1867 This has been a very stormy day. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here notwithstanding the rain. He took dinner with us. After noon or at three I went to the School-house to meeting. There was only a half dozen or so there so that we did not have preaching but class-meeting we had a very good one. I spent the rest of the day in reading the Guide and doing chores etc. This has been rather a lonesome day on account of the rain, besides I wanted to go to church to night. MONDAY, MARCH 25, 1867 Commenced this new week with somewhat better feelings than usual religiously. Snively and I finished up drawing wood about the middle of the afternoon. I then cut down the straw stack for the sheep’s bedding etc. Afterwards we split a little wood. Spent the evening in writing and afterwards I had a wholesome bath. I am now a little more encouraged about my work. than before, as we have now our Summer wood up. TUESDAY, MARCH 26, 1867 Got up in good time this morning and prepared myself for a trip to mill. I to Dover with my clover- and tymothy seed. Went over to Bucks before starting to find out the Simcoe price. Got to mill about noon & sold the grass seed to Schofield for the cash. In the afternoon I called at Mr. Bowlbys where I had a pleasant time, also at Mr. Howells. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Left two hundred of flour {florin?} at my customers & drove home in the cold wind. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27, 1867 I found a couple of lambs this morning for the first. During the forenoon and afterwards Snively and I split wood in the woodhouse. Got along very well. Towards night after doing my chores I went to Caleb & George Matthews to pay my threshing bill. While at George's I saw �a young Matthews a few hours old & a fine boy too. Went to the prayer-meeting afterwards where we had a very profitable time. Got home about nine. THURSDAY, MARCH 28, 1867 It was a very cold night last night for March, but there was no lambs frozen to death so that it made no difference with us. Snively and I got up hay again to day from the hay-barn. Got four loads during the day. Spent the evening in looking over my books of etc. etc. Afterwards I took my usual smoke which afforded me of course a wonderful amt. of comfort. I must either get me a companion or else smoke more than I do at present. FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 1867 Made myself scarce this morning from my bed in good time. After doing my chores I started for George Bucks with the horse & cutter. I took some clover & tym. seed for him in the cutter. Worked nearly all day at Georges at making some feeding racks for his sheep. Did not get quite done by dark. Went home after dark and found things all right side up. May Ann Wilkinson talks of leaving us; Alas!! SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 1867 This morning I went over to Bucks for the purpose of finishing up the sheep racks for George; got done about noon. In the afternoon I started out in search of a girl in place of Mary Ann who went home this morning. Got to the Port about four and found things all serene. Going home Miss Flora went with me and on my way I stoped at Mr. McFells and prevailed on Hellen to go with me home for a week or so. SUNDAY, MARCH 31, 1867 This was a very beautiful warm sunny Sabath. In the forenoon I stoped at home and read a few pieces in the Guide. William Wilkinson & wife were here to dinner and after dinner we went to meeting at the School-house. It was Mr. {Symbumun?} appointment but he did not attempt to preach but allowed us to have a longer meeting. We had a very good time. Was quite disapointed in not getting out to the Port to night to church as I wanted to see Louise. MONDAY, APRIL 1, 1867 �This is April fool's day at last and a very stormy wet day it was too Tended to my sheep etc. most of the forenoon but towards noon I went to see after my booms along the creek. Found one and made it fast but the other had made off. Found him below the steam mill. In the afternoon Snively and I split wood in the woodhouse. Got one big pile done across the woodhouse. There was two lambs came too-day they got along nicely. Mother is not very well too night I am affraid she will be sick again. TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 1867 I found my lambs all right this morning, and myself also, as a natural consequence. Snively and myself split wood too day. Got quite a good bunch split up before night. We have now almost filled the woodhouse wood & hope it will dry some time. Lost another lamb too night, I am afraid, from my carelessness in not looking after them as I should. I will do better too- morrow. This has been a lovely day. The {Dundass?} man was here too night. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 1867 Mr. Westin from Scotts implement factory of Dundas stopped all night with us last night. Had a pleasant chat with him. I took my mother & help Flora up to John Matthews this morning. The roads are very very bad. Snively and I split & piled wood again too day. Finnished another pile. Had the ill luck to lose two fine lambs too day. Hang the luck. I attended prayer- meeting too-night. There was only a few there but had a good time. THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 1867 After seeing to my lambs, doing my chores etc. I started for Dover to get some medicine for ma. I rode Charley out. The roads were very bad. Before starting home I stopped to see Mrs. Hall had a very pleasant little visit with her. Recieved a letter from Springer in which there was a photograph. Got home by noon. It rained in the afternoon so that I had a chance to visit with Mr. Howell who was here on a visit. FRIDAY, APRIL 5, 1867 It was still raining this morning. Found my sheep all right except one lamb which had kicked the bucket not long since. Talked with Mr. Howell most of the forenoon and did some little jobs arround the barn. This afternoon I tore loose the old fence by the woodhouse. George Buck & I went up to Matthews towards night. Saw George's big boy. Spent the evening at home at churning and reading etc. �SATURDAY, APRIL 6, 1867 Worked a while at my fence this morning. Towards noon I went over toe Mr. Woodricks to see after a girl but she was not well enough to work yet. I went from there over to Bucks had all the sugar I wanted to eat and my dinner too. Towards night I went to the Port to see after a man. Took Charley to Mr. Bowlbys. Got some advice from him. Saw my {mare?} & came home. SUNDAY, APRIL 7, 1867 This was a beautiful morning, & a very lovely day. After I had washed myself and dressed I spent my time in reading mostly until three. When I went to preaching at the School-house. The Rev. Mr. Laird was there. We were favoured with a good time at class meeting. I went out to Dover to church this evening & took Miss Flora Wilson home. Heard {Work?} & Laird preach again too night. Had an awful time going home the old plank too night. MONDAY, APRIL 8, 1867 Felt rather blue this morning after my awful ride last night. Went out to the Port this morning to hire a man. I agreed to give him fourteen dollars and fifty cents per month for six months. Before going home I got Charly shod before I went home in the rain & found Haris and Samuel Ryerse there to ring my Bull and pigs. We soon did the job after which I went to see Sam's horse and made a trade with him. TUESDAY, APRIL 9, 1867 Snively and I went to work at drawing in turnips this morning. My new man Thos. Grant came this morning and worked too day. We got in one pit of turnips and the mangels and carrots. Samuel Ryerse and I changed horses this morning. This afternoon I took the meat out of the pickle and hung it up today and smoke. Tended to my sheep and pigs etc. and then went up to Matthews after a turkey hen. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10, 1867 Got up in good time this morning. Hereafter I have concluded to get up at five instead of six. My man found a considerable fault about board this morning and said that he guesed he had better leave. I told him he had better stay a little while yet for I did not know weather I could �get another man or not. It rained most of the day. We could not do much on account of it. Snively, John was here too night, he has not yet a place so good bye old man. THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 1867 Thomas Grant my new hired man went away this morning. He was rather to green an Irishman to answer my purpose so I started him. I hired John Snively yesterday so that I am sure of help yet. He will be on soon. Snively spilit rails too day, in the chopping. I worked arround the house most of the day at a picket fence from the woodhouse to the lane. I had to churn to-night which I did not relish very well as I was tired beforehand. This was a beautiful day. FRIDAY, APRIL 12, 1867 This was another beautiful morning. Snively split rails to day. In the afternoon I went up to W. Wilkinsons and had my jacket full of sugar. It was excellent. Mother, and Hellen went up in the morning. I rode my new mare too day for the first tie. She is a frisky beast and very full of life. Andrew Smith was here and set out a grap vine for me too day, for which I am to give him a peacock. SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 1867 I felt a little better this morning than usual so much so that I did some heavy jobs before noon, build fence, puting up {bases?} etc. After dinner I took mother out to the Port for the first time in about three months. Attended the conservative meeting, and towards night went over to Bowlbys but found the folks all gone except Hellen who gave me some music. Left mother at Mary Janes and got home myself about eight found Hellen all right. SUNDAY, APRIL 14, 1867 It looked a little like rain this morning, but I started to the Port and got there and got my horse just out in time for church. After church mother took dinner at Mr. Howells. After dinner I run in to Mrs. Laird and to Mrs. Halls and finally to see Miss Bowlby who I found at home & alone in all her glory. Enjoyed myself very much especially at the latter place. Saw Miss Burke just before starting home. Ma went home with me. MONDAY, APRIL 15, 1867 �It has, this morning, still the appearance of rain. but it did not commence fairly until the afternoon. Snively did not work this forenoon but this afternoon he washed {hens?} & helped me in the woodhouse at my picket fence. I spent the forenoon in geting things ready for seeding. but did not succeed in geting my drill in working order, but the cultivators and one harrow are all right. It is a splendid growing shower. TUESDAY, APRIL 16, 1867 It has stopped raining this morning although it is still cloudy. I started out to help Snively cut up some wood. this morning for himself but Mr. Wright came for some wheat so I had to go & clean it up for him. Let him have five Bu. for $1.60 per Bu. This afternoon I set a couple of gate posts and afterwards went up to George's to sharpen a saw and make a chisel handle. It is actually raining, again. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 1867 This was a beautiful morning and day, and we had a very drying wind. John Man and {us?} fixed a couple of booms accross the creek between him and us. After we got our job done Snively and I went to drawing up lumber and edging from the old water sawmill. Andrew Smith worked in the garden too day cleaning currant bushes etc. Mrs. Matthews took dinner with us too day. Went to prayer meeting too-night. Had a good time. THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 1867 Another beautiful morning, than which we could not have a nicer. Truly we should be very thankful to God for his great goodness. I had the fence arround the calf pasture made a little higher so as to put the bull in after a while to have him {hurry?}. We got in a hole of potatoes this after-noon and I opened a long under-ground drain back of the barn which had been stoped up for a long time at the lower extremity. FRIDAY, APRIL 19, 1867 I went to Dover this morning as soon as I could get ready, to sell my eggs, before Easter. Was quite surprised to see the stores all closed but soon found out that it was 'Good Friday.' It took me until about five o'clock to get what groceries I wanted; my news-papers etc. In the mean time I called on Miss E. Jones and also on Miss Howell & Miss Burke where I enjoyed myself as well as usual. �SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 1867 The season is far advanced for the seed-time but God has promised a seed-time & harvest; as of course it will come. Too-day I started two teams on the oat-field by McBrides. My two colts went very well indeed. The earth was somewhat hard, which doubtless comes from the abundance of rain which we have had of late. George Buck was here for dinner. I have felt the witness to-day & have been happy in the Lord. SUNDAY, APRIL 21, 1867 This is Easter Sunday, the day on which some eighteen hundred years ago the Resurection of our blessed Lord, it is said, took place. Surely we should praise the Lord with all our hearts for his great love in laying down his life for our sakes. I did the work for mother this morning, mostly {Sick?} Buck was here for a while. In the afternoon I took mother out to Mary Janes, to take care of {Nilla?} who is sick with the measles. Was dissappointed badly too-night. MONDAY, APRIL 22, 1867 I was troubled last night with a touch of the blues but I have concluded to cast all trouble aside and make the best of my disappointment. It has rained nearly all day and with-all it has been pretty cold. Snively and I cleaned out the wagon-house and prepared our cultivaters drills ploughs etc. for work. This afternoon C. Matthews & I went to Smiths to consult on hiring a School Teacher for this Section. Mrs. {Cheily?} is a candidate. TUESDAY, APRIL 23, 1867 John Snively came to day for the first. I have hired him for six months at sixteen dollars per month. I sent him after a girl this morning. We spent the day in leting off water, and sundry other little jobs. I hope that we will be able to go at our seeding again too-morrow, if it doesn’t rain we will, D. V. I am tired of keeping bach. and am glad that it is so nearly at an end, as I expect the girl in the morning. Spent the morning in reading, & writing to Springer. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 1867 I started both teams to work this morning on the oat-field but it commenced snowing about ten so they had to turn out. I hung a gate before noon, and after-noon all hands of us went to geting out earth from under the wagon-house where I intend to make an under-ground �shelter for sheep, I went to Dover too-wards night but ma did not want to come home until she had seen the doctor so I had to walk home & such a walk. THURSDAY, APRIL 25, 1867 I worked at the fence in the door yard nearly all day. In the forenoon Snively and his man John got up three loads of hay from the ten acre lot. In the afternoon they worked the one at ploughing and the other at cultivating. I expected ma from Dover this morning but lo! she did not get home until afternoon. John worked the two colts together this afternoon for the first time. They went very well. Spent the evening in reading and writing, etc. as usual. FRIDAY, APRIL 26, 1867 This has been a beautiful day but did not get much work done. John did not come & Mr. Snively spent the forenoon in doctoring his old cow, for the hollow horn. He ploughed in the afternoon. I worked in the forenoon at doing chores and leting off water etc. In the afternoon dug a few ditches and finished my fence in the door-yard did the chores at night. It looks like rain too night. Hope it will not come. SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 1867 Snivelys old cow was pretty sick this morning and towards night she went the way of all the earth. I did chores most of this forenoon, as usual spread manure etc. This afternoon I dug a ditch to let off a pond of water back of the barns. Snively ploughed all day. James McBride came too night with a cow. I had to churn after my other work was done which is a little unpleasant when tired. SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 1867 This has been another beautiful day, although it has been rather cold. Spent the forenoon mostly in doing chores cleaning up etc. G. N. B. was here a little while this morning. In the afternoon I spent a few hours in reading the Guide etc. Went too the school-house too meeting at three. Heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach. Had class-meeting afterwards. Captain McFell was leader. Had a very good meeting. MONDAY, APRIL 29, 1867 �I scratched out of bed in good time this morning. John came too day so that I could set both teams to work on the oat field. They got done cultivating a little after noon when John went to drilling oats with the colts. Got about two acres and a half done. I spent the day in doing little jobs arround one place and another. Made a pair of {bans?} in the afternoon. In the forenoon Clarke was here after Tym. Seed. It looks very like rain too night. TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 1867 It rained this morning so that we could not do anything more at our seeding. John and I went after some black rasp-bery bushes and we next went down the creek to see about a boom. We found it, floated it down the creek and brought it home with the horses. In the afternoon it cleared off so that we went to work again. Mr. Snively to ploughing and John to drilling in oats. I put up a pair of {bans?} and fixed the fence by the wagonhouse. TUESDAY, MAY 1, 1867 This has been a very disagreeable day. We have had a very heavy rain against and the ground is soaking wet. In the forenoon John did not come but his father went up to George’s to get some plough irons sharpened and this afternoon he spread manure etc. John & I got a couple of booms up the bridge by Browns. This forenoon I went down to Mr. Smiths to see about hiring a Schoolteacher. Too night I went down to prayer-meeting. There was only one besides myself. THURSDAY, MAY 2, 1867 It was a very cold morning this morning, in fact it was about like winter. John Man was here with a cow. My two oxen both ploughed all day in the field back of the barn. I spent the forenoon in digging ditches, talking to John Man, etc. This afternoon I made a frame for Ma's honey-suckle and did several other jobs. Spent the evening in writing out an agreement between us Trustees and our new School Teacher. FRIDAY, MAY 3, 1867 It was a very cold morning this morning for this time of the year. There was about 3/4 inches of ice out of doors. It was a pretty cold day. John & his father ploughed this forenoon and afternoon Mr. Snively and I drained the oat field while John finished up sowing or drilling in the oats. In the evening I went over to John Mans to do some business about school matters. It took all the evening or until about ten o'clock. �SATURDAY, MAY 4, 1867 It still remains cold but before night it became quite warm and it has been raining a little. The two Snivelys both ploughed all day. In the afternoon I went to the Port with mother and after doing my business I went to Mr. Lairds and took tea. Met with a number of strange incidents in my business {Jones?} of {Hal Jones?}. I had company home as John McBride rode home with me in the dark. SUNDAY, MAY 5, 1867 This is the Sabath of our last Quarterly Meeting but it rained this morning so that it looked as though I would not be able to get out. But I went out in the rain & heard part of the sermon. After preaching I saw Mr. Laird dip two {young?} men from Mount Zion in the lake. Took dinner at Mr. Howells & went over to Mr. Bowlby to tea with Mother. We started home before church on account of the rough roads and dark nights. MONDAY, MAY 6, 1867 It still continues to rain & to all human eyes it would look rather unpromising as a seed time. But God's promises are sure & certain. Oh! how great is his goodness I feel that I can say "Praise the Lord oh my Lord praise ye the Lord." We worked at a gate in the forenoon & in the afternoon John went to Jarvis. While his father & I got in the last hold of potatoes. They were saved splendidly. TUESDAY, MAY 7, 1867 Got both teams started at the plough this forenoon again. but Mr. Snively & I got in the remainder of the turnips first. John & I went to Dover in the afternoon with a load of wheat. We took the colts out for the first time and I was much pleased with their actions. Got $1.90 for my wheat at the Miller. Had a cold ride home but got there all right about nine. Recd. a letter from my old college friend {Rowsom?}. WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 1867 John & Mr. Snively ploughed all day in the field back of the barn. They almost finished the field. I did little jobs as usual all day; such as dig ditches, spade in the garden and in the afternoon I managed to get the boom chained up at the bridge at Browns. I went to prayer- �meeting too-night where I had to act as leader for the first time. It was rather hard but proffitable. THURSDAY, MAY 9, 1867 It is now geting dry enough so that we can proceed with our seeding. John & Mr. Snively finished ploughing the hill north of the waggon-house and harrowed a while before night. I spent the day in fixing fence arround the door-yard. did not get my job near done before night. Spent the evening in reading "My Farm of Edgewood." I still find that my hope is fixed on Jesus. FRIDAY, MAY 10, 1867 It still continues fine weather so that we get along nicely with our seeding. Mr. Snively & John harrowed the piece of round north of the wagon-house and towards night John went to drilling. I worked arround the barn most of the forenoon and this afternoon did some more little jobs arround the house etc. Mary Ann Wilkinson was here too-day. I had to churn again too-night and afterwards I read some. SATURDAY, MAY 11, 1867 My men both continued on at the seeding. John finished up the field back of the wagon- house before noon and afterwards they both harrowed back of the barn the rest of the day. I got the drain back of barn partly fixed again in the forenoon besides cleaning up some barly etc. After dinner I went to Dover on foot and coming back I got a chance to ride with James McBride. Here ends another week another week nearer etc {illegible} SUNDAY, MAY 12, 1867 I have asked God to bless this day to my souls glorified wellfare & He has done it, for which I bless his most Holy Name. I have not felt very well too day from my own carelessness yesterday. In the forenoon I read mostly in one of the old Guides. Attend meeting after dinner and although I did not feel any great desire to go yet I was richly blessed. It is my most ardent desire to live nearer to God & to be more useful. MONDAY, MAY 13, 1867 �It commenced raining this morning about five & kept raining off and and on most of the day. We finished a gate this morning and afterwards John & his father went to ploughing until noon in the potatoe patch. This afternoon they cleaned up some wheat and then we went to work at fixing up some booms along the which kept us until night. I have been troubled with the toothache some for a while back & must have the dentist to work at it before long if it don't stop. TUESDAY, MAY 14, 1867 We were favoured with an old fashioned rain last night so that we could do nothing much to- day, so I sent John to mill and his father went with him. Mother and myself went up to Woodhouse while there I went to Unckle {Glower's?} where we took dinner and tea at John Gilberts. I leveled the plot of ground where pa was buried and made it look a little better. It has been a very cold blustery stormy day like March. Got home all right. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15, 1867 There was a rainbow this morning & as a matter of course we had a very stormy day. John and his father ploughed the potatoe patch this forenoon and in the afternoon John harrowed in the field back of the barn while his father ploughed the strawberry patch. I spent the day as usual in doing sundry little jobs arround the house such as clean out the cellar fill the back etc. Went to prayer-meeting too-night where there was only two of us. THURSDAY, MAY 16, 1867 My two men both worked at harrowing too day in the field back of the barn. They got it ready to sow by night, but it has much the appearance of rain too night. I tore down the old beach, moved it & filled it with ashes for {and?} this forenoon besides I carried a lot of leached ashes away into the garden. Salted the sheep and found them all right excepting a lack of pasture. George Buck brought my papers from Dover and a letter from Granger. FRIDAY, MAY 17, 1867 It looked very much like rain this morning however it did not rain until after John and I had got the seed wheat from Smiths and got nicely too work drilling. The rest of the forenoon we worked arround the barn cut some pigs etc. In the afternoon John went to drilling again and Mr. Snively to dragging the straw-berry patch and afterwards to sowing cloverseed. I dug some in the garden and set out strawberry plants, and set out the Chillian wheat. �SATURDAY, MAY 18, 1867 Here it is, Saturday once more. Mr. Snively finished sowing cloverseed this morning and then he ploughed his garden. He then commenced ploughing the pea-ground by Browns. John got some seed wheat from Worth this morning and then finished sowing. In the afternoon we went to the Port. I too {took} another small bag of wheat to the miller. Mary Jane came home with us too-night with her family. It is warmer now than it was. SUNDAY, MAY 19, 1867 Mary Jane and her man were here last night & stopped until too night when I took Mary Jane home. My man had a colt last night ("Jessie") and a fine one too. Mr. Laird took dinner with us too day. I went to meeting after noon at the schoolhouse. Heard a good and proffitable sermon & had a refreshing time at one class-meeting. Took Mary Jane home too-night & had to come back in the rain. Got back all right however. MONDAY, MAY 20, 1867 It had stopped raining this morning but the ground was wet so I sent John to Jarvis to get the plough sharpened while his father ploughed in the field by Browns all day. John rooled the barley-field in the afternoon. As for myself, I had to clean up some wheat for George Matthews who sent after twelve bushels. In the afternoon I worked at fixing up fence along the creek. I have made a new start on my journey home. May God help me to keep it. TUESDAY, MAY 21, 1867 John worked at rooling wheat most of the forenoon while his father ploughed. In the afternoon it rained very hard so that we could not work out. As a consequence we carried on the work of excavation under the wagonhouse. I got the fence fixed up so as to keep the cattle out of the oats and springwheat. I have not enjoyed much of the love of "God" in my heart too day and I begin to think that there must be a deficiency somewhere, which I am asking my Heavenly Father to show me. WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 1867 It still had the appearance of rain this morning and it commenced again about nine. John did not come too day. Mr. Snively and I shelled corn before noon, and in the meantime had quite a conflab with Caleb Matthews about Anexation. This afternoon we worked at cleaning up �corn & wheat, and afterwards we worked at making gates until after four. I have not felt much of "Gods" grace in my soul to day, but feel that it is my own fault. THURSDAY, MAY 23, 1867 It rained all night last night and it has continued raining nearly all day. This forenoon Mr. Snively and I got out more earth from under the wagonhouse. Towards noon we went out and fixed up the fence around the field by Browns. In the afternoon we worked under the wagonhouse. John did not work to day but went to Dover. He got our mail for us. Spent the evening in reading and cuting Canada Farmers etc. Enjoyed the blessing of my Heavenly Father too day more than yesterday. FRIDAY, MAY 24, 1867 This is the birthday of Her Majesty and as such I suppose must be kept sacred. Mother and I started for town about ten but did not get there in time to see the performances of the {Buttonart}. Spent the day in visiting our friends generally and enjoyed it very much of course. I was favoured with a very pleasant walk with Miss Hattie Burke in the evening. Got home about eleven. SATURDAY, MAY 25, 1867 As soon as possible mother I started for Simcoe got there about eleven. Went to Mr Murphy and had dinner. Settled up some little accounts with H {Missence?} & Dr. {Goverston?} in the meantime. Went with ma to Mr. Wells in the afternoon and afterward did a little shopping. We had a very heavy shower of rain about six o'clock and as a consequence we had a very muddy ride home. Got there all right however. SUNDAY, MAY 26, 1867 This was rather a beautiful morning after the storm but we could not go out to church on account of the bad roads. Spent the forenoon in reading and such like; in the afternoon I attended meeting at the school-house where Mr. Ware preached. After meeting we had our class-meeting as usual; had a pretty good time. Spent the remainder of the day in reading in St. Johns Gospel with great proffit. MONDAY, MAY 27, 1867 �John came this morning He and his father went to ploughing in the sod field by Brown's. Continued at it all day. I started of with Jessie to take her to the Stallion. I first went to Jarvis and then up to Isaac Wycoffs where I found him. The horse belongs to Isaac and is a fine one. I had a muddy time going home as I went through the sideroad from the town line to my place. Had to swim the creek. TUESDAY, MAY 28, 1867 John and his father went to ploughing this morning but it soon commenced raining so that they had to turn out. They went to ploughing again this afternoon. I righted up a boom up by Browns this morning. Mr. Laird came in the afternoon or rather took dinner with us. He came to see about getting a horse in exchange for his own runaway mare. I hung a gate in the lane. WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 1867 The weather was quite a good deal warmer this morning and has been improving ever since. John & his father ploughed too day. Peter Snively helped with his horse & plough. I have employed this day in doing a great many little chores etc. To night I went to prayermeeting, but it so happened that I alone constituted the whole congregation; however I was proffited by going. THURSDAY, MAY 30, 1867 My two men ploughed again too-day, but in the forenoon John furrowed out the potatoe patch prepared the carrot ground etc. They have almost finished ploughing the field for Brown. This forenoon I fixed a fence across the creek by McBrides. Dr. Sovereign {Loversign?} was here this morning after seed potatoes. I gave him a bushel. I planted the carrots this afternoon and also some other jobs besides. FRIDAY, MAY 31, 1867 Mr. Snively finished ploughing in the field by Browns while John ploughed {illegible} {Bart?} Snively in the big field. Towards night Mr. Howell came from Dover to let us know about a surprise party for Mr. Laird to night so mother and I went out and had a good time. There was quite a number present and Mr. Laird was presented with a purse of nearly thirty dollars. Mother and I did not get home until after mid {illegible} �SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 1867 It was cold last night but no frost. I harrowed with one horse while the old jentleman sowed peas. Mr. Ware came about noon to see about geting a hay mow. We soon made a trade--he agreeing to give me $15.00 to boot. John & I hitched up the new horse after dinner but he baulked so I took him back. Haw agreed to give me $30 to boot and said that the horse was true as a nail. SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 1867 We have had another beautiful rain for making things grow, as it was very warm. Truly God is Good. We did not have our minister to discuss with us to-day however he gave us an excellent sermon notwithstanding our little number on account of the rain. I have been much proffited too-day at reading the blessed Bible & my Saviour has been pleased to manifest himself to me in an especial manner. MONDAY, JUNE 3, 1867 We washed the sheep this forenoon at which my two men and Jessie McBride helped. We got along nicely. This afternoon Mr. Snively & John harrowed on the pea-ground while I ploughed potatoes etc. I have been enabled to keep my vows with the Lord this day, for which I bless his most holy name. I have felt much of the {love?} of my maker and have much peace and happiness of mind TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 1867 Mr. Snively and John finished up geting in the peas this forenoon and in the afternoon they helped me to plant potatoes. I worked at planting all day. We did not get quite done. I have felt much of the goodness & love of my Saviour too-day and I feel {that?} I am growing in grace. I believe that I never felt so much peace of mind as I have enjoyed during the last week or so, & I think I never felt such a dread of sin. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 1867 Nell foalded last night. The colt was very weak and we had had to lift him up once in a while all day. Mr. Snively & John & I finished the potatoes and John ploughed the garden. This afternoon they did not work. I went to mill & took a grist together with some wheat to mill. Got �back in good season. Weastbrook was there to-day & Mr. Murphy. Have had some precious sessions of prayer to-day for which I feel thankful. THURSDAY, JUNE 6, 1867 Mr. Snively started for Dorchester this morning. John did not come to-day so that I am alone at present. Spent the day in doing chores arround the house. In the morning I put up some fence and stopped some hog holes etc. It has been a very warm day to-day and things are growing finely. I planted a lot of manzel seed too-day. I have not felt as much of the love of God to-day as is my privilege. FRIDAY, JUNE 7, 1867 John came this morning & worked to-day or rather this forenoon. in the afternoon he went up to Boston. We fixed up some fences and planted a lot of mangels. This afternoon mother and I went to Dover. The weather is at present very warm & has been for some time. I called on Miss Hattie Burke this afternoon & had a pleasant time. Have not felt well to-day and I have a bad cold. SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 1867 I started for Simcoe this morning I had Grandfather to go with me to have the mortgage discharged but did not get the job done as we did not have a transfer from {Henry?} to himself. We took dinner at the North American Hotel. On the way home I called at Mr. McFells for ma got home before dark. I have this day a spirit of Thankfullness to my God for his goodness & tender mercy. SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 1867 This was a beautiful morning in fact the whole day has been very lovely. Mother and I went out to Dover this morning to church. We came home right after church. Spent the afternoon in such a sleepy way as not to make it very proffitable. I have not enjoyed as much to-day as have before, but I confess that the fault lays at my own door. I still feel the necessity of becoming more holy. MONDAY, JUNE 10, 1867 �I went up to John Matthews & from thence to Caleb & George {illegible} on business. Got home again about ten. Spent the remainder of the forenoon in fixing fences and a pair of {farrs?}. This afternoon I visited a good part of the time with Mr. Howell but I managed to fix the fence back of the barn in the lane. I have not felt much of God’s love today and too night. Feel quite sad about my waywardness. TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 1867 Got up some {grass?} for John. {himself & C & Henry?} this morning and afterwards went to Dover. Got my horse shod and business finished and a great many other jobs done. Got home about four or five & then took up a horse to “{illegible}” for him to go after his sulky with. Have not had much enjoyment to-day religiously speaking but still trust in God. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 1867 We were favored with a beautiful shower this morning. First thing this morning we fixed the fence accross the creek. We then got up the sheep and got to shearing after noon and by eight we got about 32 done. Both John & his father helped me to day. I have felt much better today than yesterday and have been favoured with some blessed seasons of prayer. THURSDAY, JUNE 13, 1867 Mr. Snively and John helped me to finish shearing the sheep this forenoon and this afternoon The old jentleman & I took Charley to drive single. This afternoon John did not work but harrowed his pease. Towards night I took the two mares up to Irwins & did not get back until dark. I have not enjoyed very much of the spirit of my Heavenly Father too day. FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 1867 This morning I started for {Nelson?} with Charley he went along first rate and took me through in good time. Stoped at Caledonia for dinner one hour or so and at Hamilton on the mountain for water etc. I was very fortunate in finding the road through in fact it seemed as though the Lord lead me. I have felt much of his goodness tooday & too night & feel very grateful for the many {illegible} which he gives me. SATURDAY, JUNE 15, 1867 �Frank took me over his place this forenoon and after dinner we started for the Camp-Ground we did not get there in time for service and started for home again just night. I got acquainted with Franks sisters & a number of others and had a very pleasant time. The {illegible} were not altogether ready for the meeting from all appearances, as they were not all settled down. SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 1867 I remained on the camp ground last night & slept with old {Nelson?} Springer got up in good time this morning and attended the prayermeeting at six. Helped the girls get breakfast and afterwards to wash dishes etc. Heard two sermons this forenoon one delivered by the Rev. Dr. E. {Ryerse?}. There was two other sermons in the afternoon. The ground was so awfully crowded that we could not take much comfort or good of the {illegible}. MONDAY, JUNE 17, 1867 I remained at the ground again last night and had a pretty good nights sleep. The sermons of too-day were very good in fact excellent. but their good effect was most effectually newtralized by the retiring minister of the circuit Mr. Turner who is very fond of showing his authority. The Rev. Mr. Laird was on the ground too-day. Frank came up too-night about eight. TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 1867 I was very much taken up with the singing of the birds this morning. There is a lot of very delightful singing birds in the woods here. It was very cold last night. The services of too-day were spoiled by Mr. Turner as usual. The spirit of the meeting seems to be spoiled by him. My work too-day was pleasantly done in fact I like to wait on the girls so much that it don't seem to me like work. WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, 1867 I helped the girls to get their work out of the way, which is of course a pleasant task. We had a very excellent meeting this forenoon in the absence of the notorious Mr. Turner. The most important feature of the morning's meetings was Frank's re-conversion which was a Glorious time for myself as well as for Mr. Springer & the girls. We {illegible} home too night. Frank & the girls & myself got home about twelve. THURSDAY, JUNE 20, 1867 �The Campmeeting folks did not get home last night until twelve and as a consequence we slept rather late this morning. As soon as we could get ready we started for the campsmeeting. I had the good fortune to have the company of Miss Springer on the way up. Of the high moral standing of this young lady I am very highly impressed. We saw the camp- meeting close & then went home again. Clement went with us. Had a good time visiting. FRIDAY, JUNE 21, 1867 Started this morning for home But before starting I had a very pleasant time with Frank and his sisters, the latter more especially. Took my departure about half past nine. In going home-ward too-day I went up the Dundas street as far as I could go and then turned southward and got on the Governors road and kept it to within four miles of Beauxford. Got at Mr. Hoyts about four spent the evening pleasantly. SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 1867 I remained at Mr. Hoyt's last night and this morning started for home again this morning and had the good fortune to get there by noon found things all right. Mother had gone to Dover to see Mr. Laird about my safety. Spent the the afternoon in doing chores salting sheep cows etc. Found the things in good condition. John Saunders has been here in my absence. & I think that I will go down to see him too night. SUNDAY, JUNE 23, 1867 I stayed all night with my old fried John Saunders. This morning we went to meeting at {Lancaster?}. John had to preach. We took dinner at a Mr. Livingstones. I took my sister and little Netty out home too-night and afterwards went to church where I heard the Rev. Mr. Laird preach an excellent sermon. I have enjoyed the exercises very well and my private prayer has also been very precious. I can now say of a truth that "I am the Lords & he is mine." SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 1867 I did not get home from church last night until late. Saw Hattie Burke for the last time as she is soon to be married. Spent the forenoon in working arround the house hived a swarm of bees but after dinner they went off. Mother & I did up the wool. Mr. {Loversigh?} and lady were here this evening and made us a nice little visit. John ploughed on the orchard too day �& Mr. Snively {illegible} arround the apple trees {illegible}. I have spent a happy day too-day; the Lord has blessed my soul abundantly. MONDAY, JUNE 25, 1867 Started for Dover this morning with my wool. Got along well with it. Sold it to Schofield for .30 per pound. Got home again by noon. This afternoon I cleaned off the buggy & afterwards went down to Grandfathers after a {transfers?}. John ploughed too-day in the orchard while his father dug arround the trees. I have felt much of the love of God to day in fact I have been happy in his love. TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 1867 All hands of us went to work this morning at our strawberry vines corn and potatoes. John cultivated out the potatoes before noon. We almost finished out the potatoes before night. I can now say as I never could say before the last few weeks or since the camp meeting, My whole purpose is now to glorify my maker in all that I do and I feel that he blesses me with a clean heart. I now feel his presence all the day long and my soul is indeed happy. THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 1867 Mother and I started for the carding machine about seven. Mother started for stopped at Robert {Culkers?} & I did the carding business. Took dinner at Roberts and then went to Simcoe called at the Registry Office on business. Charly got frightened at Mr Wells while tied there and broke both {tills?} It was from an old squeaking wheelbarrow. We got home alright. My men worked on the Road to-day. FRIDAY, JUNE 28, 1867 We had to work on the road too-day by night. we put on seven days out of twelve. Both John & his father helped me of course. Mr. Laird & Mrs. {Copper?} were here too-day & made us a good long visit. Hattie was {here?} married a few days ago at Mr. Lairds to a Mr. {illegible}. I have not enjoyed my religion too-day as much as I might have enjoyed it. O that the Lord would help me to overcome my weaknesses {entirely?}. SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 1867 �As soon as possible I got started for the grist mill. On the way I took E. Andersons sulkey home. While in Dover I went to see Mary Jane and several others. Got home about three o'clock. My men both worked on the roads too-day. Mrs. & Miss Howell were both here too- night. Too-day I have enjoyed much of the fullness of the spirits. The Lord has indeed blessed my soul. I am fully determined to be holy with the Lords help. SUNDAY, JUNE 30, 1867 Spent this forenoon in endeavoring to improve my spiritual knowledge. The Rev. Mr. Laird was here to dinner. Attended church in the afternoon where I was considerably profited. We had a good classmeeting afterwards. Spent the remainder of the day in writing a letter to E. S. and also in reading the sermons of William Carvosso. I have felt felt much of the goodness of God to-day. He still gives me the same peace which he gave me yesterday. MONDAY, JULY 1, 1867 This is the first day of the Confederated Provinces of Canada. Mother and I started for Dover about eight. There was an incredibly large crowd of people there during the day. There was about {500?} Volunteers present also the {Gunboat} {Briliance?}. The Soldiers were put through their drill and afterwards fired "Feu de Joye." Spent the day in looking on of course. Took dinner at the Bowlsbys & had a pleasant time. I have felt well too-day religiously. TUESDAY, JULY 2, 1867 My men worked at hoeing out mangels & carrots to-day. In the forenoon I helped them. This afternoon I put together the mower and went up to George Matthew's to get some repairing done for the mower and horse-rake &c. Spent the day also in a happy frame of mind. The Good Lord has been very near to bless my poor soul and to make me happy. It is indeed a good thing to serve the Lord. WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 1867 Got to work with the mower this morning in pretty good time and cut down two pieces of clover before night. Mr. Wilson & his lady were here the afternoon & to tea. Mr. Snively hoed & {wed?} carrots too-day & John cut arround stumps with the scythe. I went to prayer meeting too-night but there was no one there. I have enjoyed my religion much too-day. THURSDAY, JULY 4, 1867 �I went to work this morning with the mower this forenoon cut about four acres in the field in front of the house. Mr. Snively hoed carrots beforenoon & this afternoon he worked in the hay-field. John cut arround the stumps this forenoon & this afternoon raked hay with the old mare. It has had the appearance of rain this forenoon in fact all day but it has not come yet. The Lord has been with me too-day, and blessed me abundantly. FRIDAY, JULY 5, 1867 Mother and I started for Dover this morning. I had to see about getting the mortgage discharged. Had a {illegible} successful time with my business. We took dinner with Mr. Hall's people & spent a few moments with them very pleasantly. We were favored with a very beautiful rain last night and it is raining again too-night. Surely the Lord is good and to his mercies there is no end. I have not enjoyed as much today as yesterday. SATURDAY, JULY 6, 1867 Mrs. Chesly came over this morning and wanted me to help her make out the half yearly School report. It took us the whole of the forenoon and then we did not finish up the Report. John Snively went up to the carding mill to-day after his rools. The old jentleman hoed most of the day. I went down to Smiths and up to Caleb Matthews to get their signatures. I have felt very happy part of to-day while praying & contemplating the goodness of God. SUNDAY, JULY 7, 1867 Mother & I staid at home to-day expecting to have father Messmore to preach for us. But he did not come. For reasons which I cannot tell. Spent the day in trying to grow in grace to in the knowledge of the truth, as it is in Jesus. I have not felt well to-day, having suffered much with the tooth-ache. But notwithstanding all I feel that it is indeed a good thing to serve the Lord, "for his yoke is easy & his burden light." MONDAY, JULY 8, 1867 As soon as I could get started this morning I went to work mowing for Peter Snively on Bucks place. In the meantime he worked for me in the hay in my place. I cut about six acres and a half when I had to quit work on account of rain. My men did a pretty good job to-day, they got me three loads besides raking & putting up about four or five acres. I have enjoyed much confidence too-day in my maker for which I praise him. �TUESDAY, JULY 9, 1867 John did not come this forenoon. I sowed the orchard with Buckwheat and Mr. Snively harrowed it in today. This afternoon I cut {pease?} with the mower in the field in front of the house. John cut around the fence. Just night an awful accident happened me. The mower upset while going around the hill and never broke a thing excepting the seat. O how great is the goodness of God How manifold are his mercies. WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 1867 I had to repair my mower a little this morning before I could go to work. Finished up the field in front of the house by noon. Mr. Snively rooled the orchard this forenoon and John cut around fences & stumps raked after the {windows?} etc. This afternoon we all went to getting in hay. Got in four loads by night which finished up the clover hay. I have felt much of the {richus?} of the grace of my heavenly father to-day. and can still trust in him with all my heart. THURSDAY, JULY 11, 1867 I suffered very much last night with the toothache and have made up my mind that if it deprives me of another night’s sleep I will go to the dentist. We all worked at drawing in our hay too-day and got all in that was raked up or {redy?}. We have now eleven loads in altogether. We are having a beautiful shower too-night. The Good Lord has entered my poor soul too-day with refreshing showers of His divine graces. Blessed be his holy name. FRIDAY, JULY 12, 1867 Mother and I started for Simcoe this morning about eight. While there I got the mortgage discharged at the Registry office. Mother had her teeth fixed etc. Got home a little after noon and found things all right. John cultivated the potatoes out this forenoon and his father planted some turnips & this afternoon he helped me to cock up hay. The grace of God has been given me without measure too-day & so {illegible} it bein alive, SATURDAY, JULY 13, 1867 I went to work this morning at mowing in the new ground field. Cut until noon. John cut thistles and his father put up hay this forenoon. After noon we all went to work at drawing in hay. Towards night ma and I went to town. I called on Mrs. Laird and found her pretty sick went to several places while there and had some pleasant little chats. Got home about ten. �SUNDAY, JULY 14, 1867 Mother and I went out to meeting at Dover this morning. Heard the Rev. Mr. Messmore preach an excellent sermon from "What dos’t thou here Elijah." We took dinner at Mr. Howells and as mother wanted to stay to night service we went over to Mr. Bowlbys for a while. Heard Mr. Craigie preach too-night. I have felt too-day that the Lord was still my {function?} and hope. {She?} the blessed fullness that there is in Jesus. MONDAY, JULY 15, 1867 I had to go over to Bucks too-day with the mower. Had a very rough piece of ground to cut got along pretty well excepting a few breakdowns. My men worked at drawing in hay too-day until the rain which commenced about two. Peter Snively helped helped draw in hay. I have had a few trials though the good Lord has brought me through. I have been more careless too-day than usual. The Lord help me to be more watchful. TUESDAY, JULY 16, 1867 Mr. John Man and George N. Buck came this morning in answer to request, to value the loose property prior to getting our Probate. John & his father cut thistles this forenoon. This afternoon they went to work raking & picking up hay in the new ground field. I got the mower home from Buck to cut down about three acres in the new ground field. I have made a new effort at serving the Lord & he has blessed me. WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 1867 This forenoon I finished mowing the new ground field. John cut around the fences & stumps while his father racked after the {winsons?}. We drew in the afternoon, got in three loads. Andrew Hall and his mother came out this afternoon & we had a pleasant visit together. They are going down to Kentucky next week. I still can trust in the Lord by faith although I have not the fullness which I like. THURSDAY, JULY 18, 1867 We got in two loads of hay this morning which was all that we had ready. I then went down to Smiths on business, and wrote a letter by dinner time to B. Clement. This afternoon I went to mowing in the ten-acrew field broke down twice driving the afternoon but nothing very �serious. John & Mr. Snively put up hay in the new ground field. I went to John & George’s to- night. The Lord has favored me with his presence. My soul has been happy in his love. FRIDAY, JULY 19, 1867 As soon as I could get started this morning I went to mowing on the ten-acre-field. cut down a good piece before noon. John cut arround the stumps &c. while his father cocked up hay in the new ground field. This afternoon we got four loads of the new-ground-field. Mr. Howell was here this afternoon. I have been enabled to cast myself upon the Lord too-day & I have felt much peace of mind. SATURDAY, JULY 20, 1867 Mr. John Man & George A. Buck came this morning in order to finnish the Inventory of loose property. Mother & started for Simcoe afterwards. The executors were there and Aunt Lydia as witness so that we got our probate or {cut?} to get it next week. Mother and I took dinner at father Messmores and had a very pleasant little time. We then went home & from there to {Forest?}. The Lord has been with me to-day. SUNDAY, JULY 21, 1867 Spent the forenoon in resting and reading the Life of Carvosso which is very proffitable. This afternoon Mother and I went to meeting at the Schoolhouse where Mr. Ware preached. We had a pretty good class meeting afterwards which Capt. McFell lead. Mother advised me to go to Dover to meeting but I did not commence to get ready in time for which I am sorry. The Lord has blessed me too-day. MONDAY, JULY 22, 1867 I went to work this morning at mowing the last remaining piece of grass in the ten-acre-field. Got done by noon. John & his father cut thistles this forenoon and this afternoon we went to drawing in hay, got in four loads and are geting anxious to go into the wheat as it is ripe for the harvest. I have felt much of the goodness of God to day and have filt happy in his love. O what a blessed thing it is to serve the Lord. TUESDAY, JULY 23, 1867 �We went to work this morning at geting in hay got in one load and then John went to raking hay & Mr Snively and I to raking and cocking up the hay. Got it all raked and cocked up by night and one load home besides. I sold the jenny that I got from Mr. Ware too-day to Pierce Flanders for fifty-five dollars. The Good Lord has been with me too day and I have been happier than usual in his love. WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 1867 Mr Snively & I {ground} the cradle scythe and went to cuting wheat this forenoon. This afternoon we put the machine together and got ready for reaping. John did not come tooday and that put us back again with our work. I went over to John {Groves?} too night and wrote a little note for Mrs Chesly to the {Coventor?}. Had a pleasant time. The Lord has been as precious to me too day as ever. It is such a sweet service to serve him. Truly His yoke is easy & his burden is light. THURSDAY, JULY 25, 1867 It rained last night and too-day too, so that we could not do anything at our wheat. This forenoon John & his father helped me to do some chores arround and I wrote a letter before dinner to E. S. and after dinner to Willie Rowson. Mother and I went to Dover this afternoon and while there we called and took tea with Dr. Stouart & lady. Had a very pleasant time. I still feel that the blessing of God is still with me. FRIDAY, JULY 26, 1867 As soon as the dew would dry off ennough to allow us to go to work we went to cuting wheat. John threw off and his father cut arround the stumps bound &c. We got about two or three acres done by night. We cut with the reaper and then bound a while. Mr Chesly was here too-night on shools business. Mrs. Chesly was successful in geting a certificate and is going to continue teaching our school. I have had some precious seasons of prayer too-day. SATURDAY, JULY 27, 1867 We finished reaping the wheat this forenoon and afternoon we worked at binding and seting up etc. John & his father helped me. After tea I went up to {forwins?} on the town-line with old nell. Did not get back until nine. I felt still as though I could spend and be spent for Jesus, and such is my determination, with his help. I have had some precious seasons of prayer too-day. �SUNDAY, JULY 28, 1867 Mother and myself went out to church this morning. There was no service in the one church so we went to hear Mr. Craigie. We went home as soon as meeting was over. Mary Jane & her man went with us. I went to meeting this afternoon in the School house. Rev. Mr. Laird preached. We had a good class meeting. My faith in My heavenly Father is still strong. He helps me to put my whole trust in Him. I felt that to live for Jesus is all my desire. MONDAY, JULY 29, 1867 The men and myself went work at geting in the remainder of the hay, from the ten-acre field. We finnished it before night, Having brought in forty loads. I have felt the same determination in my mind too-day as yesterday too press my way onward to higher and still higher attainments in the Christian life. May the Lord strengthen and lead me to do his whole will in everything. TUESDAY, JULY 30, 1867 John and I hoed in the mangels this morning until the dew was off when we went to work at drawing in wheat. We got all in, but two loads by night Gave Mr. Chesly our order on the Local Superintendent too-night. The Lord still gives me to feel that I am a Pilgrim in a strange country, & am seeking a city. I am all weakness, but my daily prayer is that he may turn my weakness into strength. WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 1867 My men worked at it hoeing mangels & carrott too-day While I went to mill with a grist. Took Mrs. Laird a hen and some chickens & had dinner with her. Got home again by six o’clock. Went to prayermeeting too-night. but there was none of our members there so that we had none. I have felt happy and contented too-day in the Love of my Maker. O may he shed it abroad in my heart more abundantly. THURSDAY, AUGUST 1, 1867 Cut barly for Peter Snively this forenoon, on the big field. This afternoon Mr. Snively & I hoed potatoes. John went up to the carding mill too-day and brought his rools with Mothers. Miss Anderson was here to-night a little while. This forenoon the Good Lord filled me abundantly �with his Love. O how sweet it is to walk in his favour. May he lead me on to greater hights and depths of the riches of his grace. FRIDAY, AUGUST 2, 1867 All hands of us worked at logging up a new piece of ground by Snively's house we finished the hollows by night. There was a man here too-day to look at my sheep & lambs did not sell them to him however. Too-night I feel much cast down. O I am so liable to do wrong & to make mistakes. May the Lord help me to do better & be more watchful. SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 1867 My two men worked at pulling and hoeing weed from amongst the potatoes too-day. I reaped barly in the big field for Peter Snively too-day. Mr. Dixon the butcher was looking at my sheep too-day but would not buy them at my price. My whole purpose is still to continue in the paths of righteousness. Such joy and peace as is brought by walking therein is more than language can express. SUNDAY, AUGUST 4, 1867 Mother & I attended Church services at Dover this morning and also this evening. The Rev. Mr. Laird preached both times. I had my dinner at Mr. Howells & Mr. Laird gave me an invitation to go up to Woodhouse with him where he had an appointment at half past two. I went of course and had a pleasant time. Mr. Laird gave me some good advice about geting a wife. MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 1867 This forenoon we reaped our crop of barley which was only three acres. Afternoon the men and myself logged up the hillside next to the creek on the new ground. We finished up our job and had them all fired by night. They burned rapidly. John Snively is talking about leaving but I have not told him that he should go yet & I don't think I shall. I feel that same comfort & grace which the Lord only can give. TUESDAY, AUGUST 6, 1867 All hands of us went to drawing out manure from the barn-yard. We took out thirteen loads by noon. This afternoon we went to drawing in barley. We took in three loads during the �afternoon which almost included the whole of one crop for this year. I think some of abandoning this crop almost altogether for a time at least. We are working our best now to get ready for seeding. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7, 1867 We got in the remaining load of our barley this morning and afterwards we went to drawing out manure from the barnyard. It has been an excessively warm day and too-night I feel quite exhausted. I arranged to get to the prayermeeting, however, but there was no one there save myself. I feel a stronger determination than ever to seek after things heavenly rather than {fuller?} things of earth. O that the blessing of perfect Love might be mine from day to day & from {illegible} to {illegible}. THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 1867 John did not come too-day so that Mr. Sinvely & I had to work at geting out manure alone. I am altogether out of {consate?} with John he is so unsteady and now he wants to go away threshing. I think some of leting him go and hiring an Englishman in stead. The Good Lord has been with me too day and has tried my trust in him. O may he always help me to be strong to resist temptation. FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 1867 This morning John came, so we all went to work at the manure. I worked some at trimming trees before noon. Afternoon Mother & I went to Dover. While there I called at several places for inst. at Mr. Howells, Mr. Higmans and at Mr. Sovereigns where mother & I took tea. Spent a half hour or so very pleasantly with the {Dr.?} I met with Jack Boss from Kincardine. SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 1867 This morning John & myself went to reaping oats we had the very good luck to get done about dark when we were tired enough to quit work. Mr. Snively cut arround the stumps, made a hay-stack. I have felt much more of the love of God in my heart too-day than usual. I bless & praise him with all my heart for his goodness. How sweet it is to be a humble & devoted follower of Jesus. SUNDAY, AUGUST 11, 1867 �The Good Lord has wonderfuly blessed my soul to-day. In the first place Mother & I went up to the Quarterly meeting at Mount {Jone?}; we were there in time for Love-feast which was a delightful time for my soul. The Lord helped me to give in my feble testimony, for which I bless his name. Oh! that I could praise the Lord more, to do more for him. He has been so very good & gracious to me, that I always feel ashamed of my feeble efforts to serve him. MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 1867 My two men bound oats too-day and I went to Jarvis with the ploughs to get them sharpened for work. Cut barly for P. Snively part of the afternoon. Never in my life have I spent a happier day, in the Lord, than too-day. I have been enabled to exercise faith with regard to a perfect salvation from all sin & uncleanness. He has thereby greatly blessed my soul. Yea! I rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory. TUESDAY, AUGUST 13, 1867 It looked very much like rain this morning. I bound oats with my men a little while but it did not rain so that I went to work and finnished cuting Peter Snively’s Barly in my big field. finished about noon. Peter helped me bind oats this afternoon. We did not get our job of binding done. My oats is a splendid crop. As good as ever I {illegible}. Surely the Lord has not only blessed me in spiritual things but also in temporal. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14, 1867 My men and I finished up the binding oats and got them set up by noon. This afternoon we got in five loads of oats. I went to prayermeeting too-night but there was no one there but myself, although alone the Lord was with me and blessed be his name. He has blessed me abundantly. I have enjoyed much in contemplating the goodness of God. THURSDAY, AUGUST 15, 1867 We continued geting in our oats too-day and by night we managed to get in eight loads which took all but a small {jay?}. I went to see about geting Threshers this morning, up to Matthew’s. After dinner I wrote a leter to {Elector?} Come I have been strengthened too-day, much. The Lord has been with me. I still find it sweet to hold communion with Him, and to be guided by his council all the day. FRIDAY, AUGUST 16, 1867 �This morning we got in our last load of oats and afterward cut and dragged together an old elm which had fallen across the road by the woods. Mr Snively brought up wood for himself next and afterward went to Dover. John commenced ploughing in the big field. The ground {mows?} up very dry. Mr. Murphy & wife took dinner with us and towards night Mr. Howell came out and took tea with us. SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 1867 John & his father both went to ploughing this morning in the big field. One of John’s horses, “Jenn” had to balk and we had a sweet time with her. We got her to go towards night. I cut pease most of the day. Too night I went too see A Lang {illegible} to about working for me, too night. I have been enabled by the grace of God to live by faith in the blessed Jesus both too-day & yesterday. But my work has been unusually anxious. SUNDAY, AUGUST 18, 1867 Mother & I went up Simcoe this morning to Quarterly Meeting. We heard the Rev. Mr. Philp preach an excellent sermon from, "Christ is all and in all." This sermon did me much good. And I could {realize?} by my feelings, the perfect truth of the text. We had our dinners at Mr. John Mr {illegible} where we staid until about six in the evening on account of the great heat of the weather. Did not spend the afternoon very proffitably. MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 1867 John Snively and his father went to ploughing this morning& worked at it all day. I cut pease until about ten when the Rev. Mr. Laird came we had a pleasant visit together. They remained with us until about five o'clock. I then cut pease until dark, or nearly that time. I have not enjoyed as much of God's presence today as heretofore, but I can, and do, still put my whole trust in him. O how sweet is that trust. TUESDAY, AUGUST 20, 1867 My two men continued ploughing too-day and are geting along nicely. Mr. Broderick helped me cut pease too-day until the middle of the afternoon when he went home to fight fire. Spent the evening partly in writing to Andrew Hall &c. Surely we need not fear to walk with Jesus for surely he keeps his own through every thing. O for more & more of the Love of God in my heart every day. �WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 1867 John cut arround the spring wheat field this morning and we then went to work reaping. Mr. Broderick and Mr. Snively worked at binding. We broke down in the middle of the afternoon after which we went to work with cradles. John is going away now as I have hired an Englishman in his place. He is going to thresh with George Matthews. O, may the Lord be my director in all my doing, for I want to do all to His Glory. THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 1867 This morning we went to work at cuting and binding spring-wheat. We cut nearly finished by noon. My new man commenced work too-day for the first. Just a little before noon a load of visitors came consisting of the following Mr. & Miss {Ault?} from Seaforth. Miss Douglas Miss & Hellen Bowlby from Dover. They stayed most of the day and I enjoyed my visit with them very much. I have had some blessed seasons of prayer too-day. FRIDAY, AUGUST 23, 1867 Received a letter from the Rev. John Saunders last night who is now preaching at Owen Sound. We worked at our pea cutting too-day, my new man & Mr. Snively helped me. We did not get done quite. John Snively has surprised me by finding fault with my a/c {accounts?} which I gave him last night. I have tried my best not to overcharge him but still he found fault. May the Lord help me to rise above dealing dishonestly with my fellow man. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 1867 John Mr. Snively and myself went to geting in the spring wheat this forenoon. There was only three loads from eight acres, on account of the dry weather. We took the Buck lambs away from the old sheep after dinner. My men then went to {pedling?} peas until night. Mother and I went to Dover towards night. The first copy of our new paper, the New Dominion, was given over too-night. SUNDAY, AUGUST 25, 1867 This morning after cleaning up I had a happy season of prayer. The Lord has been with me blessed be his holy name; his rod and his staff they comfort me. For atime this afternoon I have been lead to doubt some of the promises of my Heavenly Father and I have had a season of despondency. But surely the Lord is my strength and my strong tower, for I cried �unto Him and the tempter left me. I feel that the Lord is helping me to grow in grace more and more, week after week. MONDAY, AUGUST 26, 1867 This Morning my men both went to thresh for Mr. Brown. We expect to thresh to-morrow, if nothing prevents. I went after hands this morning to help thresh found them in good time, afterwards I cleaned out the granary for the new crop. This afternoon I cut peas. I can still say that the Blessed Lord is my all, and in all. Glory be to his holy name, I will praise him for his wonderful mercies and blessings for my soul. TUESDAY, AUGUST 27, 1867 My men both helped Mr. Brown to finish his threshing. I cut peas this forenoon and this afternoon we went to threshing. We did not get started until half past two or thereabouts. My Spring wheat tussled out better than I expected. There was thirty-nine Bu. Of Barly there was fifty five bushels. The Lord has been with me too-day and still I feel that He is my rock and my strength, and that without him I can do nothing good. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28, 1867 This morning we commenced threshing about eight got along pretty well and finished about five. My grain turned out as follows: Fall wheat, 87 Bu. from five acres. Barley 55 Bu from three acres. Spring wheat 39 Bu. from eight acres and Oat {367?} Bu. from eight acres. O the goodness of God in supplying all our wants and desires. He has been with me too-day and I have rejoiced in the blessed hope which I have, of eternal life. THURSDAY, AUGUST 29, 1867 This morning we went to work at geting in our pease. We succeeded in geting in five loads by night, although it rained some in the afternoon. I have no almost finished up my harvest and am ready to put in my fall wheat. My happiness in the Lord has not been so great too- day as yesterday but blessed be His Holy Name. I can still put my whole trust in Him & feel safe in his care. FRIDAY, AUGUST 30, 1867 �Mr. Snively worked at ploughing too-day while John helped me to get ready this morning to go to mill and then he cut cloverseed the rest of the day. Mother went out with me this morning, we took dinner at Mary Janes. This afternoon I went too see Captain McFells boat the D. Sharp. We {prough?} our new sofa home too-night I have felt he Love of the Father of mercies too-day. Glory be to his Holy Name. SATURDAY, AUGUST 31, 1867 This morning we went to work at drawing in our last two loads of pease. We did not do much else beforenoon. Afternjoon Mr. Snively and John went to ploughing again. The ground is pretty hard and the plough runs accordingly. I went over to Bucks this afternoon to help thresh but had not been there long before Ware and Laird came to get some oats, so I had to go home and accommodate them. We had quite a jolly time going from Bucks. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 1867 This forenoon my time was spent in reading the Life of William Carvosso. This afternoon I heard Father Messmore preach at the School-house. We had an excellent class-meeting this afternoon. Father Messmore came home with us and as usual I was much interested and strengthened in my Heavenly journey by his Godly conversation. O, the Lord has been so near and clear to me too-day, Truely it is a heaven below my Redeemer to know. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1867 Both of my men ploughed too-day. The ground is geting so hard that I am affraid we will have [to] give up some of it until we get rain. I visited with Father Messmore this forenoon. He started away about ten. I then set fire to some stumps until noon. This afternoon I spent some of the time in salting the sheep and cattle, afterwards I cut went to cuting clover-seed with the cradle. It is hard work for one. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 1867 This forenoon and this afternoon my men worked at ploughing in the big field. Commenced ploughing the pea-ground to-night. I have been cuting clover-seed the most of too-day. but the wind blew so hard that I had to quit. I have had a very blessed season of in prayer too- day, & this afternoon the Lord has blessed me wonderfully. I have been favoured with a sweeter communion with my Saviour too-day than for a long time. �WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 1867 We were favoured with beautiful shower last night which has done a great deal of good. My men went to harrowing the big field for sowing wheat. They worked at it all day. I have been doing sundry jobs too-day Such as firing a few sheep and fixing up the drill for use, I finished cuting the clover-seed. I have been enabled to trust in my Saviour too-day; but I have not enjoyed as much of his love as I would like. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 1867 This forenoon my men both continued harrowing the wheat field. After-noon Mr. Snively commenced drilling in wheat. He got over five acres. Mr {Honsil?} came out this afternoon on a visit. I enjoyed my visit with him pretty well and went out home with him in order to cast my vote in the morning. Attended prayer-meeting too-night in the Dover Church. Had a blessed time. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively kept on drilling in wheat in the big field while John continued to harrowing. I spent a delightful night last night. My I did not sleep much but laid awake. My mind was occupied in contemplating the Divine things. O how sweet it is to put ones whole trust in Jesus. I received a paper too-day stating that Miss E. B. Cone was {drowned?}. This forenoon I gave in my vote & this afternoon raked up cloverseed. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 1867 Mr. Snively did not help me too-day but prepared for his Quarterly {service?}. I drilled in four or five acres too-day & John harrowed and furrowed out the ground. This has been a good day with me although the tempter has given some unpleasant feelings & thoughts. But I am beginning to look for temptations and trials as my daily bread. I am more and more convinced, flowery beds of ease & happiness will not take me to Heaven. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 1867 Mother took me to Dover this morning and that too rather against my will, but there it is hard to go against my mothers wishes. We heard Father Messmore preach this morning and in the evening Mr. Laird. We took our dinners at Mr. Bowlbys and also spent most of the �afternoon there. I have not have much proffited by my intercourse with others too-day. I feel more and more anxious to spend the Sabbath in a more careful manner. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 1867 John and Mr. Snively went to ploughing in the big-field, for wheat. They have almost finished it too-day. I have spent the day in cleaning out ditches and just got done in time for the rain, as we being blessed with a beautiful Shower just now. I have been enabled to realize the {fuitures?} of the Holy Salvation which is provided for us. What blessings has not the blessed Jesus purchased for us? It is our full privilege to enjoy pardon holiness and heaven. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 1867 My men both ploughed this forenoon. They finished up the big field. Snively did not work this afternoon. He is lame, and I am affraid he is going to be laid up with his leg. I ploughed in his stead this afternoon. This forenoon I finnished raking up the clover-seed. Sold a sheep too night to N. Mandeville. I have had my trials too-day for which I bless God. It is a proof that He Loves us to be chastened by Him. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 1867 Mr. Snively was not able to work yet, so I had to take to the plough. John & I ploughed this forenoon & this afternoon. all hands of us went into the cloverseed. It took us all the afternoon to get one load on and off, the bunches were so small and scattering. Mother & Barbery went off berrying this afternoon. I have felt a blessed fullness of the spirit of my Heavenly Father this afternoon. attended prayer meeting too-night. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 1867 John and Mr. Snively both ploughed this forenoon and Mr. Snively this afternoon. John went to Dover to get his shoes mended. I went down to {Colt Smiths?} this forenoon about School Matters. This afternoon Mother and I went to Dover. Recd. a letter from Andrew & one from Frank Springer. I am learning more and more the necessity of living by faith, from moment to moment on the blessed Jesus. One moments blessings does not suffice for every moment. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 1867 �Mr. Snively and John both worked at the ploughing this forenoon in the pigfield. I spent the forenoon in cleaning up some seed-wheat for E. W. Smith. This afternoon all hands of us worked at cleaning up the barn floor etc. on account of rain. The Lord has been pleased to be with me another day And oh! it is so sweet to have the abiding witness of the blessed spirit I feel that the sweet promise the comforter has indeed been given to me. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1867 My two men worked at preparing the remaining portion of the big field for sowing they got it sowed by night. According to the drill the big field only contains about 10 ½ acres, instead of 14 as we thought. This forenoon I did some chores arround such as burn brush in the garden fix the drill etc. Not a cloud has been permitted to hide me for a moment to day from the shining of the Sun of writeousness upon my poor soul. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1867 Spent this day at home with my dear mother. Little Nettie is with us now and it is such a treat to have her with us here. I have spent the day in reading the Memoir of that Man of God, William Carvosso. I have found in it a great many of the Glorious things of our Holy Religion, explained in a very clear and forcible manner. I have not felt much joy & happiness today; but I am beginning to see the necessity of trusting in the merits of the {atonement?} of Jesus weather I enjoy the {illegible} or not. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1867 This forenoon John & Mr. Snively and worked in the barn at cleaning up barly on account of rain. This afternoon they got to ploughing again. I spent the forenoon in writing a letter to John Saunders. This afternoon I have worked at pulling beans hoeing strawberries etc. I have never felt a greater sense of weakness and of my own nothingness than to night. O may I be ever kept at the feet of my dear Redeemer, What am I that He should deal thus mercifully with me. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1867 John worked at harrowing, too day, in the field by Brown's. Mr. Snively went over to drill in some what for Brown too-day. This forenoon I cleaned out some furrows & ditches in the big field. And this afternoon hoed at the strawberries. I have not experienced much joy too-day, �in serving My Maker. I have feltbeen visited by the "old adversary," but blessed be God He still gives me grace sufficient for {my day?}, and as he has promised to do always. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1867 Mr. Snively kept on dragging or rather John did and Mr. S. went to drilling in the wheat field by Browns. He finished sowing all that we had ready, about four acres in all. This forenoon I went down to Smiths after some peaches. got a couple of market-baskets full, for mother. I had quite a feast eating them. This afternoon I finnished hoeing out the strawberries & cleaned out some ditches in the wheat-field. The Lord has been with me too-day & I have felt much peace of mind. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 1867 John and Mr. Snively ploughed in the field by Browns too-day. Peter Snively also ploughed with his team. They nearly finished ploughing the field by night. I have been ditching and burning clumps all day in the same field. Had to churn for mother to-night, in the absence of our hired girl. This has been a good day with me. My peace has indeed “flowed like a river”. Too-night feels as though the Good Lord had taken me {another day?} much nearer {Otonic?). FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1867 My two men continued preparing the field by Browns for sowing. They worked at it all day. I went to Dover this morning on foot. Saw Mrs. Hall who had just returned from Kentucky. I came very near geting wet coming home as it rained quite hard at times. Mr. Howell and his daughter came out this afternoon, so I had to visit with them. It is still my whole {pure?} and desire to think and to do every-thing with an {ye sin?} of my maker. O may I always feel thus. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 1867 John put in the last of his month this fore noon at after which I paid him off and let him go. They both harrowed this forenoon and this after-noon Mr. Snively started the drill, he finished sowing the field by Browns all except about an acre. I have been ditching & burning stumps all day. I have felt much satisfaction too-night in contemplating one of the blessed promises of the {illegible}. Blessed are they that hunger and thirst after righteousness, for they shall be filled. �SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1867 It is just one year ago to-day since my dear father was called away to his reward. How I good has the Lord been to me since. He has been more than a father to me, in that he has lead me into paths that I knew not. And yet how unworthy have I been of all His blessings and mercies. This night I rejoice in hope of the glory off God. I rejoice that the blood of Jesus cleanses me from all sin this moment. What a mercy that such a man should be recieved in the fold of Jesus. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 1867 Mr. Snively finnished drilling in the field by Brown's this forenoon & this afternoon we finnished the field ditching etc. & then he went to firing stumps. I went to market this forenoon with a load of barly and recieved eighty cents a bushel for it. Too-night I went over to Bucks to clean and divide the barly which grew on my big field. The good Lord has been with me too-day, and blessed me. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1867 As soon as possible I went over to Bucks, this morning. We finnished cleaning up the barly and got started for market about noon. Took dinner at Peter Snively's. We recieved eighty center per Bu. for our barly, Peter took his barly at the same price. Mr. Snively is laid up with a sore {breast?} and I am affraid he will not be able to work again for a while. Words cannot express the joy and peace which the religion of Jesus has given me too-day. I can now say from experience that it is a "Heaven below, my Redeemer to know." WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1867 Mr. Snively went to Dorchester this morning on a visit. I have now no help but expect to get to work at the remaining piece of wheat ground. This forenoon I set fire to a lot of stumps. The wind blew pretty bad and the fire gave me some trouble. This afternoon I grubbed out roots on the new ground by Snively's house. Mrs. {Lawson?} & Mary Jane were here all day too-day. I am still ennabled to rejoice in the rock of my salvation. THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 1867 This forenoon I worked at digging out roots and stumps on the new-ground. This afternoon I have had visitors; so, of course, I could not work. {illegible} Homes Matthews & wife together �with Mrs. John Matthews & Mrs Smith from Port Ryerse were here. The afternoon passed by very pleasantly as some of these ladies are {seriously?} good talkers. They went away about dark. The Lord is still leading me on in the Heavenly Journey. I have felt a great hungering & thirstiness after righteousness too-day. I bless God that this need not be done in vain for he says that wish shall be filled. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1867 I have been working at geting out stumps and roots again too-day. Managed to get out one very bad stump in the new-ground by the tennant-house. The last four months have been the happiest season of my life; the freest from trouble and anxiety. Surely, I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of the Lord than to dwell in the tents of wickedness. I have placed everything in the hands of the Lord and am endeavoring to do everything with an eye single to his glory. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 1867 Continued working at grubbing out roots & stumps on the new-ground. Took one very bad nest of roots this forenoon. After noon mother and I went out to Dover. We made Mr. Laird's a short visit & took tea with them & Mr. Burns and lady were there also. Spent the time with them very agreeably indeed. We arrived home about nine. The Lord has not withheld any good thing from me too-day. I feel that the precious promise is realised although not as much as is my privilege {illegible} We will {illegible} in {illegible} you and up with you and make me {illegible} with you. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 1867 Too-day mother and myself stayed at home. Father Messmore and Miss Giffen came in time for dinner. He preached to us this afternoon from "Unite my heart to fear thy name." His sermon was an excellent one. We had an excellent class meeting afterwards, of which father Messmore was leader. The Lord has been pleased to manifest himself in an extraordinary manner to my poor soul. I have spent a proffitable evening in conversing with father Messmore. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1867 Father Messmore and Miss Giffin started for home this morning about nine. John Snively was here after seed-what, but I have none to spare. Sold one of my suck lambs this morning �for two shillings to Mr. Wooderick. I have spent most of the day in preparing the new ground, by the tennant house, for sowing with wheat. Have not enjoyed that blessed nearness to my Master too-day which I have enjoyed in days gone by. But I am endeavoring still to put my whole trust in him. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 1867 This forenoon I continued my efforts on the new-ground and this afternoon also. I have now got it about ready for ploughing. This evening I killed my first calf and that without any assistance. I had help to dress it however. The blessed Lord has been pleased to make his presence manifest to my poor soul too-day. Surely it is "A heaven below, my redeemer to know." With the Psalmist my prayer is, "Unite my heart to fear they name." WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 1867 Peter Snively came and ploughed on the steep field next to the creek. His father helped him, or drove his team for him. It rained a little this forenoon but not enough to do much good. Mother and I went out to Dover this afternoon. I peddled out pat of the veal and sold some hides. Sold my sheep and lambs this morning to a drover. Took tea at Mr. Halls too-night. I have not lived as closely to my Saviour too-day as I should have done. O may he help me to resist evil inclination of my {nature?}. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 1867 Peter Snively finished ploughing the hill-side too-day and did a good job. His father drove for him all day. I went down to Mr. Mans after a scraper and afterwards did some cleaning or logging and then went to work at ploughing and scraping a water-course through the hollow. Too-night I met with the other trustees at John Mans to see Mrs Chesly about a disturbance which we were told had taken place in the school. but it proved false. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1867 This forenoon Mr. Snively went to ploughing & scraping. Peter came and ploughed this afternoon. I have been working at picking up, burning and digging too-day. Mr. Howell came this afternoon on business which somewhat startled me. He actually wants to take my mother away from me. We had quite an animated talk on the subject of matrimony etc. The trustees were here too-night to make out the Assessment Roll for the season. Got along first rate. �SATURDAY, OCTOBER 5, 1867 Mr. Snively ploughed this forenoon on the new-ground & this afternoon I helped him. I took my the weathers and lambs, which I sold the other day down to the Dog's Nest. Several of the neighbours drove down sheep at the same time. I have enjoyed a sacred nearness to Jesus too-day. He has filled my soul again with a happiness and peace, such as words could not possibly express. The same longing desire to know more of Jesus, which I have have had for some time past is still with me. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1867 About midnight last night John Man & William McBride came and waked me to take Mrs Smith up and send her to jail. So this morning I went up to Caleb Matthews and we then went together to the Majistrate John McBride who could not act alone so we all went to Dover and found another Majistrate when our business was soon accomplished, The quarter part of this day has, in consequence, been unproffitably spent. Mr. Laird preached this afternoon an excellent sermon which I enjoyed much. But the class-meeting aftewards was better. MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 1867 Snively and I worked at ploughing in the New Ground wheat Field too-day. We finnished our job a little before night and then got some remaining logs and chuncks together and set things on fire etc. Unckle Homes was here too-day after a lamb and some peaches. I am very grateful to my Maker for the blessed desires which he gives me. My determination to keep my face Zion-ward is becoming stronger, day after day. Oh, that my pathway may still continue to brighten. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1867 Mr. Snively sowed the hillside next to the creek this morning, by hand. He harrowed and sowed with the drill the remainder of the day. I worked at dragging all day, also. We have now a fair prospect of finnishing our seeding to-morrow. D. V. Caleb Matthews was here to get the use of my drill a half day or so. I have not enjoyed as much of my Redeemer's presence too-day as in days gone by. But still the Good Lord gives me to feel that He is my only hope. May He ennable me to walk in a manner, worthy of the blessed calling with which He has called me. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1867 �This forenoon Snively & I finnished sowing our new ground wheat field. I got the ditches done by noon. Mr. Snively went up to Caleb Mattews with the drill to sow his wheat for him. It has been raining since this afternoon, but Mother and I went out to to Dover and attended Mr. Laird's social. We enjoyed ourselves pretty well as there was a nice company of our friends there. We are staying at my sisters too-night. I have felt much happiness too-night, in the Service of the Lord. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1867 Mother and I did not get home this forenoon until about noon. I got the old horse shod and did several little business errands arround here. Spent the afternoon in geting ready to start for Niagara. Was up to John Matthew's too-night. It still rains occasionally, but I don't think it will hinder us from starting for the Falls in the morning. Have been blessed with a sacred nearness to my Saviour too-day while attending to my closet{?} devotions. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11, 1867 {handwritten} October 19 I went after Smith this morning to help me dig potatoes. Also to Caleb Matthews to see about the Assessment Roll. Spent most of the day in fixing the hog-pen. Mr. Snively has been drawing rails this forenoon and this afternoon spliting them. Mr. Horton & wife came back too-night. Mr. Horton and I went to the singing school too-night. I have experienced some happy seasons too-day in the Lord. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1867 It commenced raining this morning about daylight and continued raining more or less all day. Spent the day in reading and visiting with Mrs. Horton's folks. Velma gave us some nice music. She plays well considering the time she has been pracising. Mr. Hortons farm appears to be of a soil somewhat similar to our own but his buildings are rather old and dilapidated. His cattle and sheep etc. are not any better than mine. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 1867 We did not get up very early this morning but managed to get ready for meeting. Attended service in the old Presbyterian church at North Pelham. Heard Rev. Mr. McGlasplan give a sort of Report of the late Sabath School Convention in Toronto. After meeting I went down to Mr. {AB?} Lea Mattias, about one mile distant. Found Ira at home. He appeared to be very �glad to see me. I enjoyed the afternoon with him very much. He spent the evening with me at Hortons. MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 1867 Mr. Horton and wife, Mother and I, started for the Falls this morning about nine o'clock. We went through Fort Hill Annaville and Drummondville. We arrived at the falls about noon, & did not get to see them from the American side neither did we get to see the spension bridge. It is certainly a grand sight to see such a great sheet of water leaping with all madness into the gulph below. Surely the works of the Creator are great beyond all human comprehension and his ways past finding out. We took tea with one of Mr. Horton's friends Got back to Hortons about eight. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 1867 I started for St Catharines this morning about nine o'clock. Mr Hortons son {Seavence?} went with me. Saw Ira De Sea-Matter in the road with his "Jemima." St' Catharines is quite a respectable looking place both as to size and appearance. Saw Hugh McClive, an old {Cobong?} lad, who is practising law here at present. Got home again about four. Took tea at Chandler Holcombs, where they were raising a large building. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Horton singing with {illegible} Thomas & Horton. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 1867 I got out of bed this morning about three o'clock We had our breakfast about half past four and were ready to start for home about sunrise. Mr. Horton and family came with us. It has been a beautiful day consequently our ride has been very pleasant. We took our dinners at a Roman Catholic house in Cayuga. our dinner was better than we expected. Arrived at home about dark, all safe and sound. Had a job to do to night for the benefit of the L. Y. {bris?} to calculate the school tax. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17, 1867 I found things all right this morning. Sinvely has been spliting rails since we went away most of the time. Mr. Horton and I went out to see the wheat this morning. It begins to look well. Hired Peter Snively for a year this morning. We all went up to John Matthews towards noon on our way to Dover. Had our dinners there. We got to Dover and while there visited the factory and took Mr. Horton arround the town. �FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1867 I have been visiting so long that I do not feel much inclined to go to work again. Mr. Horton, his family{?}, and my mother, went out to Townsend visiting too-day. Mary Jane and I stayed at home all alone. I have been doing a multitude of little chores too-day. such as starting up my peaches & fixing the pen making some fences arround the new ground & too-night I killed a lamb. My mother and I went up to John Matthews too-night & spent the evening pleasantly. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1867 {handwritten} October 11 Mother and I started for Pelham this morning about eight. We took some yarn to the weavers on the road. Passed through Deconsville, Cayuga, Welland Port & Fenwick besides a number of other little villages. We kept the Caneboro road until we came to the village of Fenwick when we went in a north x north-easterly course for about three miles. The country from Jarvis down appears to be of a very heavy level soil, so level as to make drainage very difficult. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 1867 I went with Mr. Horton to the Messiah Church this morning and a wonderfully mixed up mess as {Telmia?} called the sermon. Attended our own sermon or rather, meeting this afternoon. Mr. Ware preached a better sermon than usual too-day. At the class meeting this afternoon the Good Lord manifested himself to my poor soul in a wonderful manner. I could scarcely speak for joy while endeavoring to tell of this goodness to my fellow-class-mates. MONDAY, OCTOBER 21, 1867 Snively has been spliting and drawing rails too-day and I have been building fence arround the new grounds. Mr. Smith came this afternoon and we finished up the Assessment roll. Mr. Hortons went over to Clines too-day and too-night all hands of us went over to John {illegible}. Spent the evening pleasantly. Got home again after twelve. The Good Lord has impressed upon my mind one of his blessed promises too-day. Viz. The generation of the upright shall be blessed. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 1867 Snively and I finished up the fence arround the new ground wheat-field this forenoon. Mr. Horton and his family left us this morning for home. I felt bad to see them go away after �having spent such a pleasant time visiting with them. However, the best of friends must part. I have been writing a letter to Frank Springer this afternoon. Mr. Howell of Port Dover made us a short visit this afternoon. The Lord is still with me. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 1867 Snively went to after apples too-day, for himself. He brought a grist from the mill for me. I have been picking apples and sorting potatoes all day. Mother went up to the the plains with John Matthews folks. Never have I enjoyed a sweeter communion with my Maker than too- day. I have had some delightful seasons of prayer. O that I could do more for Jesus. Surely it is no more than an reasonable service, to give ourselves entirely up to hisservice work. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 1867 Snively worked at drawing out mannure too-day into the field behind the barn. I spent the forenoon in sorting over and pilling {pitting?} potatoes. They are strangely infected. The rot consists of a little black core in the center of the potatoe. A rotten potatoe may look as pure and {illegible} as any in the {illegible}. I have been picking apples this afternoon. Too-night I went up to Matthews & to Smiths after help. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 1867 My man worked at drawing out manure this forenoon and this afternoon we both worked on the road as we have three days to put in yet. I went down to Mr {Kells?} too-night with the school assessment list, which he has aggreed to collect. I have enjoyed a blessed nearness to my Saviour too-day. I can testify that, of a truth; it is a heaven below my Redeemer to know. O, may this always be my privilege. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 1867 Mr. Snively and I finnished up our road-work this forenoon and this afternoon he covered my potatoes and did some other little jobs. Mother and I went to Dover this afternoon found my sister all right as far as one could see outwardly. May the Lord lead her to seek for the salvation of her soul. I am asking the Lord daily to save her. I have still the same purpose before me of striving to do all to the Glory of my Master. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 1867 �Spent the forenoon in preparing some {lines?} for use in our meetings. Father Messmore came about one He preached to us this afternoon. We had an excellent time in our class- meeting. The Lord was with us. O what a mercy that God should condescend to manifest himself to creatures of such low estate as we are. Spent the evening greatly to the building up of my poor soul. Father Messmore's advice and conversation does me me much good. He is indeed a man of God. MONDAY, OCTOBER 28, 1867 Snively drew up wood too-day and brought one load of corn from the field. I have been picking apples all day and have more than another days work yet. Father Messmore went home this morning. It is raining too-night for the first time in a good while. I have still that longing desire to be ever found in the paths of duty & righteousness. O that I could do more for Jesus, that I could be more fruitful of good. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 1867 Peter Snively came this morning for the first. I have hired him for a year at two hundred and twenty dollars. Mr. Snively and him ploughed in the field back of the barn too-day. I have been picking up apples too-day and puting them away. Took my colts away from their mothers this afternoon. Peter Gilbert came too-night. We had quite a time talking. He stayed all night. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 1867 Peter Snively did not work this forenoon. His father drew up wood while I went to Jarvis with the plough to get them sharpened. Got back by noon but was unfortunate enough to come home without getting one of the shears mended and will have to spend another half day in taking it to the blacksmith. My men both ploughed this afternoon in the field back of the barn. I have been picking up apples again. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31, 1867 This forenoon Mr. Snively ploughed again in the field back of the barn also this afternoon. Peter got up a load of corn and too wood this forenoon, and this afternoon he dug potatoes. I picked up apples again. This forenoon and this afternoon went to Dover to get a ploughshare mended; got home by sun-down. The day has not been spent by me in as great enjoyment as I could wish but those who near the crown must come up through great tribulation. �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1867 Both my men worked at ploughing in the field back of the barn tooday. They are geting along well and will soon have the field done. I sepperated my ewe lambs from their mothers this morning and put old Jack with the old ewes. Spread some manure before noon. Killed a lamb too-night. William Wilkinson was here to-night after {illegible} I am still striving to ward off the repeated blows of the enemy and the and the Good Lord still gives me strength. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1867 My two men continued ploughing this forenoon in the field back of the barn, but had to give it up on account of the hardness of the ground. They ploughed in the 'big flat' this afternoon. There has been a great wind yesterday and too-day which has set some woods arround us entirely on fire but fortunately for me, I have no fires, out. Cut off my whiskers this afternoon & Mother says that it makes me look frightful. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1867 The wind is still blowing from the east as hard as ever, but no rain until too-night when the wind shifted arroun to the west and soon brought rain. Mother and I went out to the Quarterly meeting at Dover this morning. Heard Our Minister preach an excellent sermon. There was a crowd of people there. We went to Dr. Loversigne for our dinners. But I happened to get mine at Mr. Bowlbys where I had the pleasure of dining with Miss Douglass {obscured} MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1867 Peter Snively did not come this forenoon so that his father ploughed on the "big flat" alone. He came this afternoon, however. I went up to George Matthew's this morning and sharpened a plough share and got a {not?} mended for another. This afternoon I have been doing sundry little chores. Too-night I have been oiling up my old clock. The service of the Lord still continues to be a delightful service to my poor soul. There was a very high wind last night. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 1867 My two men continued ploughing too-day on the "Big Flat." Peter Snively and I {spear?} up our accounts too-day, and too-morrow he commences to put in his year at eighteen dollars- a-month & board himself. I went over to Burks this forenoon to see about some barly due me �from George. This afternoon I have been digging potatoes. Never before have I been ennabled to value the Word of God so highly. It is now the most precious thing on earth to my soul. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively and Peter both worked at ploughing too-day; on the Big Flat. They are nearly done with their job ploughing there. I have been digging potatoes all day and too-night I felt the results very much The weather has been beautiful too-day and still looks like dry weather. The Good Lord has permitted {illegible} to enjoy some happy seasons of prayer too- day; and my poor soul {illegible} much strengthened thereby. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1867 My men continued their work at ploughing on the Big Flat. They finnished up ploughing about eight acres which is all that I intend ploughing this fall, there. This forenoon I fixed up fences and did sundry other chores. This afternoon I finnished up digging potatoes for this year. The potatoes have not yielded as well as usual on account of a dry rot which infects them. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1867 Peter Snively went to Dover to {illegible} something about a grist at the mill. His father got up wood for himself this forenoon but this afternoon both of them worked at getting out manure from under the Horse Stables. I went up to George Matthews's to get a waggon and from there to Jarvis with my two ploughs and one of Georges. Got the ploughshares etc. all laid and got home again by dark. The Lord has been with too-day, of a truth. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1867 This morning I went to Decons with my cider apples, to get them made up. Went from there to Dover. Took dinner at my sisters and got home again about dark. Mr. Snively has been drawing out manure too-day on the new-ground next to Lane Ryerse's. Peter gathered Mangels for me this forenoon and the afternoon he went to Simcoe on business of his own. I have been still endeavoring to walk in this {mars?} path but the Good Lord has not been so precious as yesterday. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 1867 �Mother and I went to church at Dover this morning and heard the Rev. Mr. Wellmot from the Nanticoke circuit preach an excellent sermon from XXXI Chapter of Deuteronomy 12 and 13 verses. He showed in a very forcible way how important it was to parents to sow the seeds of righteousness in the hearts of their children. And that, to do this, was their bounden duty. Heard the Rev. Mr. Ware preach at our appointment an excellent sermon also, from "Behold, what manner of Love, the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God." MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1867 Mr. Snively and I drew out manure too-day into the ten acre new ground field while Peter took care of the last of the mangels. I went up to De Cous this morning after my cider. It was not made as I expected but he had to make it after I got there. Got home about four. My cider is excellent. I have had some very sweet and precious seasons too-day in contemplating the great blessings of God to His own people. TURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 1867 Mr. Snively & I have been drawing out manure too-day from under the west shed. Peter commenced ploughing the new-ground sod on this side The Ten Acre field. It ploughs very nicely as dry as it is. We had visitors too-day; Miss Maggie Martin Grandaughter of the brave Captain Brandt of the Six Nation Indians was here, also John Matthews & wife also Mrs. Man. This young Indian woman appears to be quite amiable and intelligent. She is a splendid alto singer. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 1867 Peter has been ploughing again too-=day in the sod field. Mr. Snively and I drew manure too- day. I loaded and he took it to the field and unloaded while I loaded. We took it all out from the Sheep house excepting about one load. The drouth still continues and our prospect for water is decreasing as our well and cistern at the barn are both getting low as well as the creek. I have not been as happy in Jesus to-day as yesterday. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1867 Peter continued to work at the ploughing in the sod field and Mr. Snively worked at it too-day also. Mother and I started for Simcoe this morning. we found Mr. Willoughby very low, but recovering slowly from a very severe fit of sickness. We took our dinners with Mrs. �Willoughby with whom we had a pleasant little visit. I settled up an old account with Lyon's, this afternoon. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1867 My two men continued ploughing in the new-ground-sod too-day. I spread manure most of the forenoon. Went down to Man's after some lime as Unckle Homes came this morning to do some patching up arround the house. This afternoon I helped him some besides spreading some manure. Mother and I spent the evening at John Matthews where we found Miss Martin the young Indian woman. We had a very pleasant evening. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 1867 My visit last night made me feel rather sleepy too-day, as a natural consequence. Peter Snively ploughed too-day in the new ground sod. Mr. Snively threshed peas this forenoon and went to ploughing again this afternoon. I went up to Georges this morning and sharpened a plough-share. Unckle Homes Matthews & wife took dinner with us. I have been spreading manure this afternoon and doing some other little jobs. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 1867 Mother and I stayed at home too-day or rather this forenoon. Spent the forenoon in reading the guide. Rev. Mr. Laird took dinner with us. He gave us a few excellent observations on a portion of the VIII chapter of Matthew relating to the stilling of the tempest by our Lord Jesus. In conclusion he observed, that ofas the blessed Jesus saved his disciples from destruction by the tempest, so would he be not only able to but even readyprepared to save his people from the fiercest attacks of the enemy. The Lord was with us in the class-meeting & blessed our poor souls. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1867 Mr. Snively ploughed again too-day in the new ground Sod. Peter and I got up wood, this forenoon, and this after noon he went off in search of a girl to take care of his wife after her confinement. I have been spreading manure this afternoon gathering cabbage, and fixing fence etc. and too-night I killed a lot of chickens for ma. I am still endeavouring to pursue the king Highway of Holiness and the blessed Saviour is with me which I count the best of all. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 1867 �The old jentleman ploughed again too-day in the sod field. Peter did not work too-day as he has not yet done with his running after girls etc. I have been picking over apples and puting them away this forenoon and this afternoon I have been cuting wood and seting it up for winters use. Miss Maggie Martin came here too-night and Mrs. Chesley & Leonora Matthews. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 1867 Peter worked at {turning?} the potatoes to the pits too-day. I helped him this afternoon. Mr. Snively ploughed again too-day. I sharpened the ploughshare this morning, spread some manure etc. Tom. Murphy and wife came too-night on a visit. I met with the other trustees at John Mans too-night to settle up with Mrs. Chesly. We managed to get through without much trouble. The Good Lord still ennables me to to continue on the Heavenly Journey. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 1867 Mr. Snively continued to work at the ploughing too-day and Peter chopped and put up wood, back on the new Ground. I went to Dover this forenoon. Took dinner wtih my sister. After dinner I drove up to Ainsleys and hitched my horses before his shop. Went away to the barbers accross the street and when I came out my horses were gone. They were frightened by a butcher, Cruikshanks, who came along the sidewalk with a pig, but little damage was done. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 1867 The old jentleman continued ploughing in the sod field. He has almost finnished the field too day. Peter and I filled {filed} up our axes this morning and worked at cuting cord-wood on the chopping. I broke my axe handle a little before noon But managed to get it mended with another one. I have not lived as closely to my Saviour too day as I should have done. but the Lord does not always lead us in the sunshine of his glory. But clouds and storms often Hide the Light of righteousness from our vision. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 1867 Mr. Snively threshed a flooring of pease this morning and afterwards finished ploughing and furrowing out the new-Ground Sod. Peter and I have been chopping and puting up wood again too-day on the new-ground, or slashing. The weather is now quite warm, and as dry as �ever. I have had some very precious seasons of prayer since last night & I felt indeed that I was holding comunion with God, blessed Source of all good. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1867 We did not get ready for meeting this morning so as to get there in time. Mother and I went however & I went to Church. We took, little Nettie home. I went over to Bowlby's to dinner & I had the pleasure of seeing Miss Bowlby. She has just returned from a long visit to Windsor. We got home about five. I have not enjoyed the presence of my Divine Master too-day as much as is my privilege. O Lord, pardon my heart-wanderings, & help me to renew my covenant with Thee. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 1867 Mr. Snively took a scraper home this evening and got a load of edging from Mans Mill to the School House. Afterwards he ploughed in the field back of ther barn. Peter cut wood in the slashing all day; at which I helped him this afternoon. This forenoon I did several chores this afternoon forenoon. It is still very warm and the wind continues to blow from the south. And that without bringing much rain. However, it is raining too-night. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1867 Mr. Snively finnished ploughing the field back of the barn this forenoon. and this afternoon he ploughed a strip along the creek, where I intend to plant willows. Peter cut wood this forenoon and this afternoon he got up wood for himself with my teams. I spent the forenoon in geting ready to kill my hogs and this afternoon in cuting cord-wood in the slashing. This has been a high day with my poor soul for the Lord has blessed me with His divine presence. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 1867 We got ready for killing our hogs about nine. I had Peter, Mr. Snively, and John Matthews to help. We killed ten hogs and got done about four. They wre not very fat but fat enough to make good provender. Spent the evening mostly in puting a top on my old {berlin?}; which I have been puting in a state of thorough repair, for a few evenings and mornings back. My purpose is still to continue in the narrow way & I hope always with God. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 1867 �Mr. Snively cut up my pigs this forenoon and this afternoon he went off in search of a {barn?} for himself. Peter has been cuting wood to-day in the slashing. I went to Dover this morning with our surplus pork. Sold five hogs for ninteen dollars and thirty-six cents or at four cents @ pound. Our pork has not brought more than half what it coust to fatten it this year. I received a letter from Frank too-day. He is still striving to continue on in the way to Heaven. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 1867 It commenced raining this about six o'clock. It continued to rain all day. Mr. Snively made me some axe handles too-day and Peter cut wood this forenoon in the woodhouse. In the afternoon we moved the calf stable from one corner of the west shed to the other, in order to make it more {convenient?} for a sheep pen. Spent an hour or so this evening playing my violin for the first time in almost two years. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 1867 There was quite a sudden change in the weather last night. This morning it is as cold as Greenland. Mr. Snively did not work too-day but went to Quarterly Meeting at Nanticoke. Peter cut wood this forenoon in the slashing & this afternoon he worked at banking up our house and the tennant house. I have worked like a beaver too-day, geting things in a proper shape for winter. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 1, 1867 Was much proffited this forenoon in singing the praises of My God, and in reading of his goodness and tender mercies toward the children of men. Heard Mr. Ware preach this afternoon from the verse of the XXXV Chapter of Exodus. "And the Lord said My presence shall go with thee and I will give thee rest." This was said to Moses while journeying from Egypt & is analogous to the journey of the Christian from the state of bondage to Glory. {illegible} promise to those who love and serve Him. MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1867 Sent Mr. Snively to mill this morning after a grist also to the blacksmith-shop to get the horses shod. Peter has been cuting wood most of the day. He helped me do some chores arround the house. This morning, I have been doing a lot of chores again too-day such as fixing the gate at the road making a wood-box for mother shuting my old sows up & making a place for them. We had a large increase last night some six new piggs and one calf. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 1867 Peter has been moving into my tennant house too-day. Both families are now living to- gether. Mr. Snively has been cuting wood too-day. Mother and Miss Martin went to Dover this morning. This forenoon I hung a door under the west shed. This after-noon I have been helping Snively cut wood. Spent the evening in preparing to an instrument of agreement between the School teacher and the trustees. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 1867 Peter got up wood this forenoon but this aftenroon he did not work. Mr. Snively and I have been cuting wood most of the day too-day. William Matthews was here to-day after a half Doz. Sheep which I have let him have in shares. I have been over to John Mans too-night on trustee business again. As a consequence I could not attend to the prayermeeting. The Lord is still leading me, sinful as I am. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 5, 1867 My men chopped wood too-day in the old slashing. Mother and I started about nine for Walter Olds near Simcoe. We arrived there about eleven. Before dinner I went to the village of Bloomsburg after some B{illegible}s for mother. Took dinners at Walters and afterwards had a pleasant visit with them. Got home again about six. It has been very cold too-day & has every appearance of snow-storm, too-day. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6, 1867 Mr. Snively made a fence arround the straw-stack this forenoon and this afternoon we all worked at choping and spliting wood in the slashing. This evening, the wind has blown so hard that the two doors of the waggon-house were both blown off the rollers and mashed up a considerable; Besides the building, on our premises, which corresponds to the Parliament Buildings of Victoria College was blown over. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1867 Went to work this morning with all hands, repairing fences mending doors etc. My men worked at puting up fence, threshing etc. this afternoon. Mother and I went out to Dover this afternoon. Spent the afternoon in doing some shoping and in talking with several of my �friends. We took tea with Mrs. {Sawson?} but did not enjoy it much as my teeth ached painfully. Read a letter from my old College friend John San {obscured} SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1867 It was very cold this morning. After doing my chores I read some and after dinner went to meeting at the Schoolhouse. Heard a {journey-man?} preach, whose name was Austin. He has just commenced his career as a local preacher. He preached from those memorable words of our Saviour, "It is finished." His discourse was delivered in a forcible and quite fluent manner and augurs well of his future usefulness. MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1867 Peter and Mr. Snively covered the potatoe pits with manure this morning. Afterwards Peter went to mill with a grist of his wheat. He also took some wheat and some grain to get chopped, for me. Mr. Snively and I mended the waggonhouse door, cut wood & made a pig- pen too-day. I received a summons from attend Court tomorrow this afternoon. Repaired the stove-pipe at the School-House too-night. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1867 Gave orders to my men this morning concerning chores and work during my absence at Court. Started for Simcoe about eight o'clock, with Charley. He went along pretty well considering, but going from Simcoe to Walter Olds I had some trouble with him. Took tea at Walters & afterwards went over to J. B. Carpenter to spend the evening. Had a pleasant time chatting with him about farm matters, etc. Got back to Walters about 8 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1867 Walter Olds and I walked to Simcoe this monring. Went to court and staid arround there most of the time until noon I then went to Mr. Murphy's for according to invitation and had dinner. Our little affair was settled up about Mrs. Smith after dinner after which I started home with all haste. Charly went along first rate. Arrived home at dark. Found things all right as far as I could see. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12, 1867 �We have had a cold and very severe East wind too-day, and part of the day it has been snowing. Mr. Snively put in the last day of his year too-day. He made axe-handles for me. Peter and I cut wood in the wood-house, and got up my lambs too-night. I have only a little over twenty four dollars to pay Mr. Snively for his years work. The remaining amt. having been paid mostly in provisions etc. through the year. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 1867 Peter and I fixed up the sheep-pen this morning and put the sheep in their lodgings. We also made a bridge to the old stable door and made a calf pen and shut our calves up for the winter. This afternoon Peter did not work for me but got his sheep ready for winter, and got up some wood for himself. I sharpened my Buck-saw this afternoon. I have had a humiliating season too-day. O that the Good Lord may keep me from the paths of sin and {illegible} SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1867 Settled up with Mr. Snively last night. We got along without any trouble. Peter got up wood too-day. Mother and I went out to Port Dover this forenoon, but before we started I put a lock on the Schoolhouse door and fixed the stove-pipe. Spent the afternoon in doing some business and calling on some of my friends. Had a pleasant time. We took tea with Mr. G. Wilsons. Got home at eight. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1867 Peter went up to Port Ryerse too-day and took the cutter without asking for it. Mother was prevented from going to meeting in consequence. It has been snowing most of the day, so that the sleighing is now pretty fair. My feelings too-day with refference to religion have not been so bright and happy as in times past. But the Blessed Lord has been amongst us at our meeting this afternoon where we had a proffitable season. MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1867 Peter threshed a flooring of pease this morning and the rest of the day he got up wood. Mother and I went down to Jarvis. She remained there, visiting Mrs. Lambert while I went on down to the weaver's Dicks, after some cloth but did not get it as I expected. We drove Charley. We He went along first-rate. I got him shod at McMicken's in Jarvis. The Lord has been with me too-day and has been pleased to manifest himself to my soul. �TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1867 Peter and I mended a gate this morning and fixed the stable for the bull. Afterwards we went to the slashing and chopped wood the rest of the day. We have just finnished cuting the smallest of the wood and we have perhaps ennough cut to keep us going a year or more. The school master Mr. Weston made us a visit too-night. I have again enjoyed the sunshine of the Christian life too-day. for Lord has blessed me. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18, 1867 My men got up wood too-day while I spent the day mostly in doing chores and fixing up some arround the barn. Fixed up some fences back of the barn and and made a fence arround a hay-stack, cut some wood etc. Attended prayer-meeting too-night. There was only one there besides myself, but the Lord was with us. I have been abundantly blessed with the presence of my Redeemer too-day. I am again ennabled to put my whole trust in Him. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19, 1867 Peter drew up wood again this forenoon but this afternoon he went to weigh out some hay for his father etc. Mother and I started for Dover about ten. Went to Rev. Mr. Laird for dinner and visited there most of the day or rather, when I was not doing my town business. Saw Mr. Burns for the last time as he is going to Milton to teach Grammar School. We drove Charly too-day. He went first rate. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 1867 Peter worked at drawing wood most of the day. The weather has become much milder since last night. There was a fall of about four or five inches of snow last night but I am affraid it is going off again for the south wind is blowing very warm. Have not done much too-day. Have felt very uncomfortable from a cold and am trying to cure it by starving it out. The school- master was here too-night to make out the school report. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21, 1867 Peter got up wood too-day excepting a little while this afternoon, when we brought up a load of straw for bedding for the cows etc. I have been doing chores and preparing to go to Nelson next week. It is snowing again too-night very furiously. This storm is from the east. I �have been reading Fleetwoods Life of Christ. His explanation of the parable of the wise and foolish virgins is certainly very plain as {illegible} {obscured} SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1867 We were favoured with a heavy rain last night, which will be a great blessing to many. THe Good Lord has been pleased to show me my own nothingness in a wonderful manner too- day. I find that with all my efforts at serving Him I very many times grieve his Holy Spirit and come short of His glory. O what a mercy that he still bears with my deceitful heart so long. We had a good service in the School house this afternoon. The Lord was with us to bless us and to do us good. MONDAY, DECEMBER 23, 1867 It was quite blustery this morning, and all day the wind has been blowing quite hard. Peter has been spliting wood this forenoon and this afternoon he has been puting manure on mother's flower beds. I have been a little unwell too=day with a cold and consequently have not done much in the way of work. cut some wood this afternoon and this forenoon did chores etc. Spent the evening in hunting out some {lume?} for meeting. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24, 1867 I sent Peter to the blacksmith-shop this morning with the horses to get them shod. I went out to Dover as soon as I could get my chores done this morning. Drove Charly to the buggy, He went very well. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Got home again about three. The school-master came over too-night to help me finnish up the school report for the last six months. It has been very blustery too-day. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 1867 Mother and I went out to Dover this morning. Attended service in the Episcopalian Church afterwards we took dinner at My sisters. Called at Bowlbys this afternoon and spent a couple of hours very pleasantly in chatting with the girls and etc. We arrived home after dark. I attended prayer meeting too-night in the school-house and had it all to myself. However, it is always proffitable to wait upon the Lord. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1867 �Peter and I worked at cuting up some old pine trees for kindling-wood too-day, back in the chopping. The weather is still very mild, indeed, the past day has resembled a fine day of April or May much more than one of December. The snow has all disappeared and mud is fast coming in its place. The prospect of my going to Nelson is rather slim at present, especially with the cutter. However I have no doubt but that the weather will be more favourable before many days and then I'm off, of course. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27, 1867 My man cut wood in the wood-house too-day on account of the rain. Towards night we made a dam below the waggon-house to back up water for the cattle & horses. Last night we were visited with a regular Summer Thunder shower. The weather still continues very warm and the frost is about all out of the ground. In the way to Heaven I have not made as good progress too-day as I might have made. O Lord, help me in my extreme weakness that I may arrive safely home at {obscured} SATURDAY, DECEMBER 28, 1867 My man split wood too-day in the chopping. After doing my chores I went to Dover on horseback. Took dinner at Mary Janes. Got home about two. Spent the afternoon in geting ready for my journey to Nelson. I went over to the Messiah Church too-night Where they were giving an entertainment of music & then recitations of Sabath School Children. It went off pretty well. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1867 Attended Meeting in the School House this afternoon. The Rev. Mr. Laird delivered a very excellent discourse by which I was much proffited. He told us of the necessity of being constantly ready for that great and notable day of the Lord when all men shall be judged according to the deeds done in the body, weather they be good or evil. Of a truth one is very dangerously exposed {who?} is out of Christ every {obscured} one moment, for we {illegible} what a day or an hour may bring {obscured} MONDAY, DECEMBER 30, 1867 Started for Nelson this morning about seven. Peter took me as far as Jarvis where I took the stage. Had a rough time down as the road was terribly rough. Got acquainted wiht a young Dr. Faber on the way down from Caledonia. We started for on the train for Toronto together �at seven. I stopped at the Square and had to walk up to Mr. Springers. To My great surprise Frank, Emily, and Alice had gone up to Jerseyville only a few hours before. Oh! dear what will I do. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31, 1867 Spent this forenoon in visiting with Mr. & Mrs. Springer and Elisa. The time passed by pleasantly of course. Walked down to the Square Station about noon, and took the train for Copetown "we work" for Jerseyville. Had to get off at {dumtown?} as the train did not stop at Copetown. Happened luckily to get a ride almost to Jerseyville Arrived at Mr. {Reed?} Howell about six. Frank had gone to a party but Emily and Alice were there. Spent the evening very pleasantly Young Donald Sutherland was there. MEMORANDA No year of my life has been so abundantly fraught with mercies and blessings to my poor soul as the one which has just pas't. During the first six months of the year the Lord lead me more and more to see the necessity of entering into a closer walk with God. About the First of May I was ennabled to give myself up both soul and body to the dear Redeemer, but as yet, without any MEMORANDA perceptible change in my religious enjoyment. About the middle of June I was permitted to attend a camp meeting at Mill-Grove on the Wellington Square circuit in company with the Springer family. On the occasion of Frank's re-conversion I was favoured with a wonderful blessing from my Heavently Father, and from that time until the present I have been ennabled to reckon myself dead indeed unto sin and alive unto God. {hand written} Sunday Nov 22nd {1868?} I have this forenoon been reading the last of Carvosso's Memoir. By it I find that I have almost unconsciously been doing that which grieves the Holy Spirit. I have for some time been lacking in faith, indeed, it has at times seemed as though it was impossible to take God at his word. I have trusted too much to feeling, and works and altogether too little to the all atoning blood of Jesus. but bless God that He does at times show me shere I am and gives me to feel a sense of my danger. It seems as though I was sailing on an immense Oceanunder bound for a port country of which I know nothing. Only as I am taught by Him �who is King of that country and who has given a chart by which we are to avoid dangerous rocks and shoals. For there are many such and multitudes set out on the voyage but by dint of carelessness and negligence {illegible} to consult the chart, soon guide their ships from the right course and ere long are swallowed up in some dreadful {illegible} or shipwrecked before they have again recourse to the Chart. Another source of my has been that I have of late spent too little time in co{illegible}ing with my Saviour O that I could pray always without ceasing and in everything give thanks And instead fo trusting fully in him I have breen drifting away into the dangerous waters of self conceit. But now in {illegible} and the deepest humily {humility?} I speak with the poet "not but I yield I yield I cannot any more." There are no desires of my heart so strong as the the desire to be entirely conformed to the will of God. And withal{?} I do want to be use- {writing is cut off} For more information on Courtland Olds, check out the “Meet the Diarists” page under “Discover” on our website: ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca � transcribed https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/eb554a99555be2871241809c937e5090.pdf 2f4776785f0327c6b4e3cb0f7790e058 PDF Text Text �������������������������������������������������������������������� https://ruraldiaries.lib.uoguelph.ca/transcribe/files/original/a57f3a83e7a4ce2a3aae65b4a391ab34.pdf 6e5ccd2a7861ce9b0456b628e3aa092c PDF Text Text John Ferguson (1851 – 1931) 1869 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers POCKET DIARY for 1869. Containing A Blank Space for Every Day in the Year, CALENDAR, RATES OF POSTAGE, &c. PUBLISHED ANNUALLY FOR THE TRADE. 1869. Friday, January 1, 1869. Was cold and stormy, spent the day at Mr. Mason's pleasantly, had a sleigh ride in the evening to Derry West. Saturday 2 Nothing particular taking place, was working hard all day, threshing peas with the flail Sunday 3 Went to Sunday School in the morning and heard J. C. Small read a good letter from our superintendent exhorting the scholars to trust in Jesus. was at "Zion" in the afternoon Monday, January 4, 1869 There was a change in the weather today and the snow has nearly all disappeared. Spent the day hauling firewood, was at Brampton in the evening for medicine for my aunt Mrs Peacock �Tuesday 5 Was building a fence in the bush on the "other place" and was at the Division at night and had a very good meeting although the attendance was small. Wednesday 6 The thaw still continues so that there is little or no sleighing. Was engaged in splitting rails at the "other place". Jane was at our place all day and John C came down in the evening. Thursday, January 7, 1869. The weather to day was very pleasant. Was at the same kind of work as yesterday. Took Jane home in the evening and spent it at their place. Friday 8 In the morning was in Brampton at Mrs J.D. Armstrong's funeral and heard Mr McFadden preach an affecting sermon. The evening set in very stormy so that I spent it at home in reading. (to Mr A. Saturday 9 Drinkwater) (Miss E. Cheyne was married yesterday.) The snow storm of last evening has turned into rain this morning and the thaw continues. Nothing particular has transpired today, was engaged in building fence, in the evening made preparations for Sunday. Sunday, January 10, 1869. Was at Sunday school in the morning where superintendent was absent had two new scholars in my class. Went to Zion in the afternoon but we were dissappointed of a preacher, and spent the evening at home. Monday 11 Was chopping cordwood all day. Went to the teacher's prayer meeting in the evening, there were only three present still we had a good meeting and it is the earnest prayer of the teachers that God would revive his work with school. Tuesday 12 �The weather today was very fine the sun shining brightly all day, was at the same kind of work as yesterday, went to the division in the evening as there were only three of of the members present the division was not open yet. Wednesday, January 13, 1869. The weather today was quite warm and pleasant, was engaged in splitting the last oak tree on the "other place" into stakes. Spent the evening at home. Thursday 14 The weather continues very fine so that the winter so far has been unusually pleasant, was at the same work as yesterday. Nearly every member of the family is sick with colds except myself. Friday 15 In the forenoon was hauling out manure around the old appletrees went to Brampton in the afternoon and beside the other newspapers obtained a copy of the Weekly {deal Telegraph this paper contains a great of reading matter. Saturday, January 16, 1869 My father has been so very sick today with a bad cold that he was confined to the house. John C. brought Jane down this morning and she spent the day with us. (J.C. has also been very sick all this week). Mr Smith and Mr Nichols came up and spent the evening at our place. Sunday 17 Was at Sunday school this morning Mr. Millard occupied the whole time at the school in the talking about Sunday School missionary work and that Mr. McDavie's application to be missionary has been accepted. Went to Zion this after noon and heard Mr. Sutherland speak about holiness. Monday 18 Put the load of clover hay for seed on the waggon and hauled it over to Mr. Mason's for to be thrashed. Went to the teachers prayer meeting in the evening, there were five present and we had a profitable meeting. Mr. Millard read a portion of scripture and a short sermon on it. Thursday, January 19, 1869 �Nothing particular took place today. the sick folks have all got better again. Went to the division this evening, there being no one present but myself I went over and spent the evening at J. C. Snell's. Wednesday 20 Went to the Gore mills with a grist and peas and oats for to be chopped. Mr. Mason was there distributing the bills for his sale which takes place on the second of February. Thursday 21 Nothing particular took place today. The Sunday School convention is going on in Streestville yesterday and today. Spent the evening at home as usual. Friday, January 22, 1869. Was engaged in building bush fence (all day) at the "other place" Mr. R. Chisholm called here at noon to see about handling gravel on the Center Road and arranged to start on it next week. Went to Uncle Adam's this evening and accepted the Melodeon Agency. Saturday 23 The weather continues warm and the roads are getting dry & dusty. Nothing particular took place today was handling wood and rails. Received a letter from Uncle Thomas this evening, he is doing well in business. Sunday 24 Was at Sunday School this morning. Mr. Millard had a nice illustration of the lesson 24th Chap. Joshua. Went to Zion in the afternoon the Rev. Mr Fletcher preached the missionary sermon. J. C. Snell & wife were down and spent the evening at our place. Monday, January 25, 1869 Father shot our dog "Rover" this morning. Went to Mr Mason's this afternoon to help to thrash the seed out of the clover hay. He has Mr. Dolson's clover mill hired. Tuesday 26 �Was at the same work as yesterday. Went to the division this evening as There were only five present the division was not opened. Wednesday 27 Finished the threshing that I have been engaged in. we have about 3 bush. of seed and Mr. Mason nearly 50. Went to Missionary meeting in Zion this evening the attendance was small. Mr. Rev Cochrane of Toronto & Rev. McFadden addressed the meeting. Thursday, January 28, 1869 Nothing particular took place today. Jane came down last night and is going to spend two days with us. Went to Missionary meeting at Hope Chapael to night, the house was nearly full and Mr. W. Elliott was chairman and three P. M. ministers addressed the meeting Friday 29 Was at Rev. McFaddens wood bee hauling sawed wood from Mr. P. Holtby's to the parsonage. J.C.S. called for Jane this evening and took her home. Mrs. Fletcher Hall died on Wednesday 27th and will be buried tomorrow. Saturday 30 This afternoon was engaged in hauling gravel from E. Bunting's pit on the Centre Road. Met Mr. Snell's carriage coming from the funeral and Sarah looked at me so pleasantly that she almost won me over again. Sunday, January 31, 1869 Went to Sunday School in the morning the attendance was small, went to Mr. Mason's for dinner and to Zion this afternoon and heard Rev. W. McFadden preach about the four kinds of fools mentioned in the Bible. Monday, February 1 The last month has been remarkable for warm & pleasant weather there has been little or no snow and roads have been dry and dusty. Was engaged all day in hauling gravel to the Centre Road. Tuesday 2 �Went to Mr. Mason's sale in the morning and acted as clerk all day. We had very good sale and amounted to about $1700. Staid all night at Mr. Mason's. The evening set in with a snowstorm Wednesday, February 3, 1869. This morning is very stormy and there has fallen nearly a foot of snow. Spent the forenoon in straightening Mr. Mason's accounts. Went to the surprise party at Mr. J. Wiggin's this evening did not enjoy myself as dancing occupied the whole time, got home about 3 o'clock the party broke up at four. Thursday 4 The weather today is cold and blustering, there is good sleighing now. Nothing particular took place today, spent the evening at home. {On the 30th January sold 6 sheep (4 ewes and 2 ram lambs) @$7 and $6 apiece to a man from Ohio.} Friday 5 Went over to Mr. Mason's this forenoon with a sleigh and brought over their luggage to be sent to Missouri. Was at Brampton this afternoon and bought a new watch from W. A. Mitchell for $20. Saturday, February 6, 1869 the weather is mild today. Was enaged in hauling fire wood and rails. Uncle adam sent away his luggage and Mr. Masons by freight. Willy Mason brought his horse "Titus" over to Uncle Adam's and is going to spend two weeks in Canada yet. Sunday 7 Went to S. School in the morning subject of lesson "the unfortunate widow, Luke VIII." Ms. Millard was present and destributed the January number of "childrens papers." Ms. M Shipley was up this afternoon and we went to Brampton church to night. Monday 8 Was at Brampton with a load of spring wheat received 92 cts per bush. Received by mail a copy of Dr. Pollick's new medical book. Went to teachers prayer meeting this evening the attendance small had a good meeting Tuesday, Feburary 9, 1869. �The weather continues very mild. Was engaged in hauling gravel to the Centre road. Mr. Mason came home today from Ohio. Spent the evening at Uncle Adam's with W. Mason and Anne Buchanan. Wednesday 10 Took Mr. Mason & William Large down to the station early this morning in the waggon on their way to Missouri. Was at the same occupation as yesterday. J.C. Snell and wife were down and spent the evening at our place. Thursday 11 The roads are now quite muddy Am still hauling gravel on the road. Jane stayed with us all day and J. C. S. came down this evening and we all visited Uncle Adam's. Mr. P. Grahams hotel and stables in Brampton were burnt down to night. Friday, February, 12, 1869 The weather today is like spring and we had a slight shower of rain this morning. Was at the same work as yesterday having now more than 3/4 of a lot gravelled spent the evening at home in reading the "Ladies: Repository. " Saturday 13 There was some slight showers of rain today. Went to Georgetown this morning and then to Stewarttown trying to sell Melodeons did not make any sales. The night has set in with a rainstorm. Sunday 14 The weather is very stormy today snow and sleet from the "East", On account of the weather spent the day at home in reading. The storm continues after dark. This is the first Sunday of /69 that I have spent entirely at home. Monday, February 15, 1869. Was engaged in hauling elm cordwood on the sleigh to Brampton for Haggert and Bros. Hauled 3 Cords today for which I received $2 per cord in trade. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers. Tuesday 16 �The weather today is pretty cold with frequent snow squalls. Was engaged at the same work as yesterday. Spent the evening at home. R.F. Snell and Esther Wiggins were at Uncle Adam's to night visiting Willy Mason. Wednesday 17 It has turned warmer today and the snow is fast dissapearing. Was at the same work as yesterday. Spent this evening at Uncle Adam's and received Mr. Mason's notes to keep them till next fall. Thursday, February 18, 1869. Finished hauling wood to Brampton for Haggert Bros having hauled 11 cords @ $2. Mrs. Trueman & Mrs. Featherstone were up and spent the day at our place and went home tonight. Friday 19 The weather today was cold and blustering. Uncle Joseph Dixon came down from Amaranth this afternoon. Uncle Adam brought his notes over today. Was at Mr. R Lowes'es social tonight-had a pleasant time. Saturday 20 Uncle George Burke and wife came up yesterday on a visit. Went to Brampton in the afternoon and put an advertisement in the Peel Banner respecting the melodeon agency to be left in for four months - price $3. Sunday, February 21, 1869. Very stormy morning went to S. School Mr. Millard first used the blackboard-subject-the rich man and Lazarus. Went to J.C. Snells with Pockesing folks this afternoon and with them and Uncle Adam's to Uncle Williams tonight. Met Bella Lowes there and had a pleasant time with her. Monday 22 Uncle Adam's folks were busy all day packing up for to start tomorrow morning. I took their baggage to the station this evening. Jane was down and spent the day at home and I drove her and J.C.S. home in the cutter Tuesday, 23 �Willy and Johnny Mason slept with me the last night of their stay in Canada. It was very stormy this morning and was up very early and drove the Missouri folks down to the station. The storm passed away this afternoon and it is a beautiful moonlight night. Wednesday, February 24, 1869. The weather is very cold and stormy and I am afraid that the Missouri folks will be delayed by the snow obstructing the cars. Drove Sarah Peacock up to J.C. Snells last night (where she is hired)and spent the evening there. Thursday 25 Nothing particular took place today on account of the bad weather. Went to Brampton Baptists S. S. Anniversary the number present was not as large as usual Miss Lowes presided at the Cab. Organ. Received 3 copies of the Marriage Guide. Friday 26 Went to Brampton this afternoon and purchased 8 bush. of Corn @ 70 cents per bush. also received my first letter from Andrus Bros. promising to send me a number of price lists Saturday, February 27, 1869. The coldest day we have had this season. Was engaged in threshing peas all day. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers and preparing for Sunday Sunday 28 Went to Sunday School in the morning and Mr. Jordan questioned the school on the Lesson Judges VII. Was at the P.M. Church Brampton and heard Mr. Boyle preach text-Romans XV, 13, their new organ is louder and harsher than at W.M. Church. Monday, March 1 The forepart of this last month was very mild but the latter part has been cold and stormy and at present there is a good deal of snow on the ground. Went to the T.P. Meeting this evening there was an average attendance 7. Mr. M. not present had a very good meeting Tue sday, March 2, 1869. �Was engaged in hauling gravel with the sleigh mine being the only team at it. Went to the Division (tonight)(which broke down) there were only 8 present. the funds are to be deposited in P.D. Savings Bank. Wednesday 3 Finished hauling gravel to day having hauled 7 days in all. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Mr. Kennedy the Scotch Vocalist,in the Courthouse which was very much crowded, was well pleased, the entertainment which last 2 1/4 hrs. Thursday 4 This has been a very cold day. Was engaged in feeding stock and cutting stovewood. It is just 4 years today since my conversion and I regret that I have grown colder in religion than I ought to. This Sarah Snells birthday age 20 Friday, March 5, 1869. Went to Brampton this forenoon and brought home my mother who staid all night at Uncle Williams. Drove her up in the cutter to J.C. Snell's this afternoon and had a look at Mr. Snell's stock, they are in good condition. Saturday March 6 The weather still continues very cold and blustering. Nothing particular took place to day was engaged in cutting stovewood. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 7 Was at S. School this morning Mr. Millard was present and used the blackboard subject - Christ and the young. Went to Zion in the afternoon and heard Mr. Walker preach Text- Deut. IV. 9. There were only ten present. Monday, March 8, 1869. Was engaged in threshing peas all day. Father went to Chilholm's Mill with a grist of 23 bush. of mixed fall and spring wheat. Went to the Teachers Prayer meeting this evening there only four present including Mr. Millard. Tuesday 9 �There is a great change in the weather to day turning quite warm. Jane and Mrs. J. Snell were down this afternoon visiting. Instead of freezing to night it is thawing. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 10 Very stormy all day from the North-East considerable snow has fallen and the sideroads are nearly blocked up. Drove my sisters over to school this morning and brought them back this evening in the sleigh. Thursday, March 11, 1869. The storm of yesterday has cleared off leaving the snow in huge drifts. Was at the same occupation as yesterday namely-driving the children to school. Spent the evening in writing Walter McClellan, Alton Friday 12 Went to Brampton this afternoon and saw a letter that Aunt Anne had received from Uncle John who is now in St. Jo. Brought over the scholars and took Mary Nichols home in the sleigh Saturday 13 Was employed this forenoon in breaking in a colt-Polly-who is 2 years old next spring, had very little trouble with her. Alex came up this afternoon which is the first time for six months. Elizabeth C. is going to live in Toronto. Sunday, March 14, 1869. Very stormy morning. Did not go to Sunday School but drove Alex up to J.C. Snell's and spent the day there. Took Alex part of the way home in the cutter and heard Mr. McFadden preach in Brampton at six oclock-text-John 4-14 Monday 15 Went to old Mrs. Bunting's funeral today she was buried in the old cemetery at Brampton. Mr. McFadden preached an excellent sermon from 2 Peter 3rd Chapter 14. she was 83 years of age. Was at the teachers prayer meeting tonight there were only 3 present. Tuesday 16 �Was engaged in hauling gravel on the Centre Road, it being now finished up to the blacksmith's shop. Mr. and Mrs. R. Nichols were up and spent the evening at our place. Wednesday, March 17, 1869. The weather continues very cold and there is about 2 feet of snow on the ground. Went to the Gore Mills today with 27 bush. of corn, peas, and oats mixed for chopping. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells. Received a letter from Uncle Adam in Missouri. Thursday 18 Was engaged in enrolling the militia for the west half of the township from No.10 to No. 20 which is one half of No. 6 Company Division. Joseph Snell is now engaged in enrolling the east half. Commenced on the C. Road and finished to the west 21st line. Friday 19 Finished enrolling the militia today which has been a disagreeable job on account of the deep snow which is now nearly 2 feet deep on the level and very much drifted. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's and gave him the enrollment as he is the Captain Saturday, March 20, 1869. Went to Brampton this afternoon and my mother received a letter from Aunt Jennie and I a letter addressed to Uncle Adam from Schomberg. Mother went up and is going to stay all night at J.C. S. Sunday 21 Went to Sunday School this morning Mr. Millard illustrated the lesson Matt. XX to the 18th verse on the blackboard. Was at Zion in the afternoon and heard Mr. Brosfield preach text-Watch, therefore. J.C.S. and wife and S. Peacock spent the day at our place. Monday 22 Finished threshing our peas today which have not turned out very well. Was cold and windy all day from the east set in stormy this evening Spent it at home in reading Sunday School libraries. Tuesday, March 23, 1869. �The storm of last night has passed leaving 4 inches more of snow. Was at Brampton this morning. Spent the evening in writing to Uncle Adam. Father and Mother spent the afternoon on the 3rd line east at Joshua Modeland. Wednesday 24 Was engaged in threshing oats with the flail. We had a visit today from Isaac Modeland, his mother and wife. Went to Brampton this evening and mailed a letter to Osborn Missouri. Thursday 25 Was busy all day in hauling gravel to No. 10 and putting it in a heap for use next summer on the C. Road, hauled 14 loads. Spent the evening at home. Friday, March 26, 1869. There was a great change in the weather today it being very misty and some heavy showers of rain. Was up at J.C. Snells this evening and received a copy of Ashworth's Strange Tales from him for to read. Saturday 27 Is a bright beautiful day and the snow is thawing very fast. Mr. Wixon from Albion and his son stopped at our place this morning on their way home from Missouri. I drove them as far as Tullamore in the sleigh. They are well pleased with the country. Sunday 28 Went to S. School this morning in the cutter with 3 of my sisters and Tilly the lesson was in the 10th chap. of 1st Samuel. Heard Mr. Sutherland preach in Zion this afternoon Test Mathew XXVIII.6. Uncle William & Aunt Lizzie were up this afternoon at our place. Monday, March 29, 1869. Very wet day raining steadily all the time from the east. Was engaged in hauling manure around the young appletrees. Mrs. J.C. Snell gave birth to a daughter today. Spent the evening in reading "Ashworth" which is very interesting. Thursday 30 �The weather to day was quite warm with frequent showers so that the 'Etobicoke' is overflowing its banks. Was busy part of the time in taking away the snow from the mouth of the house cellar drain, which closed it up not allowing the water to escape. Wednesday 31 Was engaged in cutting stovewood. This month on the whole has been unusually cold and stormy, and I there is more snow on the ground at present than there has been for 4 years beside being nearly as cold as January. Thursday, April 1. 1869. Was busy all day sawing cordwood with bucksaw for summer use. Father and Mother went up to J.C. Snells to see the new comer. Spent the evening at home & father wrote to Uncle Thomas. Friday 2 The weather continues cold and disagreeable. Was at the same work as yesterday. We had a visit this evening from (big) Joshua Modeland who has been out in Iowa two weeks in January. He thinks it a good farming country. Saturday 3 Went to Brampton this afternoon on horseback as the roads are very rough and received a long letter from Alex. Walked up to J.C. Snells' this evening across the fields on the crust of snow and saw for the first time their daughter. Sunday, April 4, 1869. Was at Sunday School this morning, Mr. Millard was absent and Mr. Jordan examined the school on the lesson-Matt.XX 14 to 30th. Went to Zion in the afternoon but was dissapointed in the absence of P. Holtby Spent the evening at home reading a S.S. library. Monday 5 Was engaged in sawing cordwood with the bucksaw and washing the young appletrees with soapsuds to kill the lice. Drove Mother up to J.C. S. in the buggy and returned 'Ashworth' Jane is getting quite better and the baby is growing fast Tuesday 6 �The snow is gradually disappearing Was at the same work as yesterday woodsawing. Spent the evening in writing a letter to Alex who is expecting one in four days from the time I received his. Our fodder for the stock is getting scarce. Wednesday, April 7, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. Father went to Brampton this afternoon and received two newspapers from Aunt Jennie(A weekly Carthage & a Spiritualist pub. in Chicago. Spent the evening at John Learmonts my first visit-passed in general conversation. Thursday 8 Am still at the same work. My Mother was up at J.C.Snells this afternoon with Aunt Jennie, Jane is getting quite well. John Learmont was over this evening and we had pleasant chat, he condemns the idea of going to the States. Friday 9 Went to the bush today and tapped 30 Maple trees and was busy all day at it and making sap troughs. The sap ran very fast and we obtained a good many pails of it. J. Learmont was over and spent the evening at our place. Saturday, April 10, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday and commenced boiling sap this morning with two pots and made over a gallon of molasses, besides tapping 10 more trees. Aunt Anne has received another letter from Uncle John, he has made up his mind to stay in Missouri and buy a farm. Sunday 11 Went to S. School this morning on foot (roads are getting dry) Mr. M. was there and used the blackboard-Lesson-1st Sam.XII chapt. I received a copy of the C. Messenger from J.V. Snell. Was at Zion this afternoon Mr. McFadden preached text Hosea X 12 verse. Spent the evening at home. Monday 12 Started early this morning (1/2past 5) and was busy all day boiling sap and tapping, have 50 trees tapped made 7 qts. molasses. Went to T. Prayer meeting this evening there were only 3 of the teachers present beside Mr. S. Watson's 3 children. �Thursday, April 13, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. There is a good deal of snow on the ground yet around the fences and in the lanes. The days are warm and very frosty nights. Spent the evening at home in reading Dr. O.W. Guthrie's "Our Fathers business". Wednesday 14 Was at the same work as yesterday and made ten pounds of sugar. Went up to J.C. Snell's this evening and gave them a small cake of sugar, and was also up to Mr. John Snell's and gave them another small cake. Received a letter from Uncle Adam, staid all night at J.C. Snells. Thursday 15 Our hired boy Samuel Bunting spent the day in the bush in boiling sap while I sawed wood and helped father dock the sheep. Joseph G. Snell started for Kentucky this morning and intends staying there until Christmas, he will be very much missed at home. Friday, April 16, 1869. Was engaged in sawing wood the sap has nearly quit running. Uncle William & Aunt Lizzie came up this afternoon and had a good feed of maple molasses and sugar. Spent the evening at home. Saturday 17 Went to Brampton this afternoon-they are busy enlarging the post office and making a great many more letter boxes, for the first time I saw a velocipede belonging to Mr. Mahaffey it requires a great deal of practice to ride one. Sunday 18 This is my birthday being 18 years old. It is a very nice day and the roads almost dusty but as I have a boil on the back of my neck I have to stay in the house all day. This is the second Zion day that I have spent entirely at home this year. Monday, April 19, 1869. About 1 o'clock this morning we had a heavy thunder storm and has raised the Etobicoke very high and carrying away a number of swing poles. It is very close and warm today and the grass is commencing to grow. Was sawing wood. �Tuesday 20 It has been a very wet day but it keeps warm. Father took a load of spring wheat to Brampton to day and received 85 cents per bush. bought 6 bush. of peas at the same price. Mr. William Carter was plowing which is the first done this season. Wednesday 21 Finished sawing wood to day, we have about 24 cords of wood split up into stovewood. J.C. Snell brought Aunt Mary Peacock down to day from his place. Spent the evening at home in reading. Thursday, April 22, 1869. Was engaged in building fence on the "other place" between us and John Learmont, making it with stakes at the corners and wires instead of caps. Spent the evening at home in reading a daily paper from St. Joseph Missouri. Friday 23 Commenced ploughing sod to day it was pretty soft. We sowed a ten acre meadow field with plaster. (Our opinion is that he is referring to adding lime to the soil) Spent the evening at John Learmonts in reading "Boro Bells" and talking about things in general. It is a beautiful moonlight night. Saturday 24 Was at the same work as yesterday. Father and Mother went to Brampton this afternoon and received a newspaper from Uncle Thomas published in Carthage. Spent the evening at home. Sunday, April 25, 1869. Spent the day on the 3rd Line east at Isaac A. Modeland's, drove Aunt Mary Peacock there and Tilly, had a pleasant time, it being the first time I have been on the place for 13 years. Came home in the evening. Monday 26 Was busy all day in plowing sod. Father sowed 4 acres of oats this is the first seeding we have done this year. John Learmont and his sister Susy were over and spent the evening at our place they are pretty good company. �Tuesday 27 Was at the same work as yesterday and have now about 5 acres plowed. The weather continues very fine with occasional showers. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers. Wednesday, April 28, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning to the spring fair and received the 2nd prize for our bull "Clifton" there was a pretty good show of stock and implements also a horse hay fork for loading hay in the field, being fastened to the waggon. Sowed our carrot seed this afternoon. Thursday 29 The weather continues fine and a good growth. Was engaged in sowing oats this forenoon, commenced sowing barley this afternoon. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells in reading and conversation, walked over there through the fields. got home at 10.30 Friday 30 Was engaged in sowing barley. Jane, Mrs. Snell and Kizzie were down for a visit. Miss Graham from Toronto St. was here for me to go down and repair their melodeon. I intend to go after the seedingThis month has been rather backward compared to last spring. But it cannot be called a very late spring. Saturday, May 1, 1869. There is a change in the weather today, a cold rain from the east which is turning to snow. Was engaged this morning in cultivating the barley ground. Went to Brampton this afternoon and mailed a letter to Uncle Adam. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 2 Went to Sunday school this morning, the attendance was small on account of Bad weather. Our supt. was absent subject-Luke XIX 1-10. Was at Zion this afternoon the congregation was small-9(A. Bowsfield dissappointed). Spent the evening at home reading about Calvin. Monday 3 �Was engaged in harrowing the barley ground and plowing sod. Isaac A Modeland and his wife were over all afternoon at our place-they brought Aunt Mary over and are going to keep Tilly for some time. Spent the evening at home. The last of our green apples were eaten. Tuesday, May 4, 1869. The weather has been quite cool since the rain of last Saturday and there is quite hard frosts at night. Was engaged in sowing clover and timothy seed on the barley ground. Mother walked across the fields to J.C. Snell's today. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 5 Finished rolling the barley field. We constructed a home-made spear with wrought nails and speared eleven suckers in about an hour averaging two lbs. each in the Etobicoke. Spent the evening at home as usual in reading. Thursday 6 Was engaged in plowing sod. Bought 720 lbs. of hay of William Heath @ $14 per ton our hay and straw being nearly all fed up. Sarah Peacock came down from J.C.S. and went to Brampton. Spent the evening in reading the April number 2 Ladies Repository Friday, May 7, 1869 Sowed our peas to day on the sod plowed this spring. The weather is now quite warm and the buds are beginning to swell. Spent the evening at home as usual in reading general literature. We got a letter from Uncle Taylor this week, he has removed to Oakville. Saturday 8 Finished seeding to day. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought a new coat @ $8.50 also a pair of gaiters @ $4.00. Spent part of the time in the 'Banner' store and in J.E. Wood Barber shop. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 9 Went to Quarterly Meeting this morning and heard Mr. McFadden preach text- Hebrews. 12th Chap.1,2. Spent the afternoon and evening at Aunt Emeline's with D.M., G. Armstrong and Johnnie D. it is some time since I have been there before. �Monday, May 10, 1869. Was engaged in digging and preparing the garden, we have nearly all the garden vegetables planted and sowed the horse chestnuts we planted last fall are coming up and growing fast. Mrs. Snell and Jane called at our place this evening on their way home from Brampton. Lizzie Bennet commenced work today. 11.00 Tuesday 11 The weather has turned very warm and the spring grain is all up green. Was engaged in rolling the meadow and planting early potatoes. Bought 280 lbs. of hay of Mr. J. Heath making 1/2 ton We turned out our cows on the grass Turned our cattle on the grass for the first Wednesday 12 Was engaged in picking stones off the Alsike clover meadow and finished planting our early potatoes. We sold "Old Jim" to James Sewell for he sold her to J. Anthony for a silver wattle worth $18. Spent the evening at J. Learmonts. (Miss Julia Heath was married today.) Thursday, May 13, 1869. Finished digging our garden and pruning and manuring the fruit trees Commenced raining this afternoon with thunder. Went to Brampton this evening after my Mother who was at Aunt Anne's visiting... She (A.A.) intends starting for Missouri on June 1st. Friday 14 J.C. Snell and wife came down and spent the day at our place it being the first anniversary of their wedding. Was ploughing S. Buntings garden this afternoon. Spent the evening at home in reading the Globe. Jane stayed all night with us on account of the rain. Saturday 15 Was hauling manure on the turnip ground this forenoon and washed the sheep this afternoon. S. Bunting Sen. helped me we have 26. Drove Jane home this evening in the buggy and took her 5 hens and 1 cock. J.C. Snell was there a while, got home at 10 oclock Sunday, May 16, 1869. �Commenced raining about seven o'clock this morning and lasted untill ten so that I did not get S.School. Went to Zion this afternoon and there were 8 present and no preacher. Was at Brampton this evening and heard D.G. Sutherland preach Psalm CXXXIX, 7 to 10 verse. Monday 17 It has turned quite cold since the rain and some frost at night. Was hauling manure on the turnip ground hauled 14 loads to the six acre field across the creek. Spent the evening at home reading the "Youths Magazine" of 1844 A.D. Tuesday 18 Planted out some early tomatoe plants and got a load of spring wheat ready for market. Sowed some plaster on the barley which looks very well and promises a nice even crop of sixteen acres. Wednesday, May 19, 1869. Went to the Gore Mills this forenoon in the waggon 4 bush. of peas & oats for chopping. Rode down to Alek's on 'Frank' this afternoon and called at Mr. Thos. Graham for to repair a melodeon. Staid all night at Alek's who is keeping "bachelors' hall" Thursday 20 He has bought a French Mare for $85. He is now living on the 3rd line east at Mt. Charles and is comfortably situated. Came home through Brampton this morning and got a new glass for my watch. Father and Mother were up to J.C. S. this afternoon and brought me $10 for enrolling the militia. Friday 21 Was plowing all day at Mr. Gumerson for barley and J. Learmont was also plowing. The Royal Canadian Bank suspended payment this morning. We had only $2, they are worth 80 cents apiece. Spent the evening reading the "Sea News" Saturday, May 22, 1869. We sheared the sheep this forenoon, J. Learmont helping us there were 3 of us shearing, the fleeces averaged 7 lbs. apiece. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought some every-day summer clothing. Spent the evening reading the "London Illustrated News" Sunday 23 �Went to S. School this morning the supt. was absent, there was large school-Lesson, 1st Samuel XVIII 7 verse to 9. Was at Zion this afternoon and heard Mr. Russel our new preacher text J.C.S. and wife came down and spent the evening at our place. Monday 24 Spent the day in the bush around Eldorado Mills shooting, with William Woods G. Dawson J. Modeland, had a splendid boat ride on the Credit river. Took dinner and tea at J. H. Main's, on the whole I enjoyed the days sport very well. Tuesday, May 25, 1869. Yesterday and to day has been pretty warm. Finished plowing the turnip and potato ground to day. Aunt Anne came here this evening on her farewell visit before going to Missouri. I felt very tired after yesterday's tramp. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 26 Was hauling manure on the potato ground putting it in the hills. It is quite cool again the last two days have been the warmest of the season. John Newhouse called here today he is going to Missouri next week. Thursday 27 Planted our potatoes to day, there are four kinds-Early White, Cups, Garnet Chili and Peach Blows. We also planted a few rows of corn. Was very sorry to hear of the Rev. R.L. Gabies suicide caused by too hard study at college, he shot himself with a pistol. Friday, May 28, 1869. Commenced working on the roads this morning but the afternoon was very wet and is still raining this evening. All the garden fruit trees are well loaded with blossoms. Father was in Toronto on the cars for to change Aunt Jennies's money into greenbacks. Saturday 29 It is warm and pleasant after the rain and there is good growth. Went to Brampton with 33 bush. of spring wheat @ 82 cts per bus. I saw Alex and had a talk with him. Bought a copy of Bow Bells for May and Lovell's Geography. �Sunday 30 Went to S. School this morning our supt. was absent. Lesson-Matt.XX 1-17. Was at Zion this afternoon and heard Mr. John Hatson preach text-Luke 13th Chapt. 24 Went to John Snell's Sen. and spent the evening pleasantly pleasantly with the girls. Staid all night at J.C. Snell's Monday, May 31, 1869. Was hauling gravel on the Centre Road with the waggon, drew 12 loads. There were some nice showers of rain to day and all the grain is growing very fast. Mr. George Elliott was buried yesterday with military honours. Tuesday, June 1 Was engaged in using the road scraper this forenoon and finished the road work. I drove over to Mr. M. Cation's in the buggy with a beehive for to get a swarm into it, the hive will be left there until fall. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 2 Commenced hauling manure on the summer fallow hauled 25 loads, James Sewell helped me to haul it. It has been a very warm day. J.C. Snell and wife came down shis evening and are going to stay all night. Thursday, June 3, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday and hauled the same number of loads. The weather during the months of May has been very favorable for the crops. Was down at E. Buntings this evening jumping with some of the boys I jumped 14 feet. Friday 4 J.C. Snell and wife went home early this morning. Done the same amount of work as yesterday. I went to J.C.S. this evening and took them a cow Sarah Snell was there during the evening. Staid all night up there. Saturday 5 �It has rained all night and this forenoon. Set out fifty cabbage plants & some tomatoes. It has turned quite cool since the rain which has done a great deal of good to the crops. Spent the evening reading newspapers. Sunday, June 6, 1869 Went to S. School this morning (supt. absent)lesson 1 Sam. XXII chap. Went to Zion this afternoon one of the P.M. ministers preached text Isaiah XXVIII chap. 10 verse. it was the largest congregation we have had for months. Spent the evening at home. Monday 7 Was hauling manure on the fallow, hauled 21 loads. Commenced raining at teatime and is a wet night. Spent the evening at home in reading. Tuesday 8 Sold a cow and calf this morning for $30 to Mr. Williamson. Was plowing sod for summer fallow plowed an acre, it is pretty hard plowing but it is in good order. Spent the evening reading Wednesday, June 9, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. Sarah and Jennie Peacock were up at our place and staid all day they are both living in Brampton. J.C.S. called at our place tonight on his way to Mr. Christie's sale at Brantford Thursday 10 Am still at the same work this morning was quite wet but cleared off and was very warm at noon and we had a thunder storm this evening. Mother went up to J. C. S. to day and is going to stay all night. Friday 11 Was at the same work this forenoon as yesterday but had to give up work this afternoon on account of another boil on the back of my neck. Drove up to J.C. Snell's this evening and brought Mother home. Saturday, June 12, 1869. �The weather keeps very cool for the season with frequent showers. John Newhouse called at our place on his way home from Missouri, he was well pleased with the country and is going to live there as soon he can get away. Sunday 13 This is a wet day,d warm rain from the south, it has cleared off at noon. Mr. P. Holtby preached this afternoon in Zion and took tea at our place. This is the third Sunday that I have spent entirely at home this year. Monday 14 Spent the day in reading. Am not yet able to work. Father was plowing sod in my place. Went down to Mr. Robert Smith's after the turnip drill he is still using it. John and Susy Learmont came over and spent the evening. Tuesday, June 15, 1869. The weather is very cold for the season and it is dull and cloudy. Mrs. Mathew Pearon and her son Henry Isaac were over at our place for dinner. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 16 Was busy all day plowing the ground in drills for turnips, sowed about 2 acres. Mr. Hindle was here with a letter from Aunt Anne she likes Missouri very well Thursday, 17 Was very sorry to hear of the death of Herman Ferguson my cousin, he died last night by falling off a fence and the sharp stick pierced his left lung Was helping John. Learmont build fence Friday, June 18, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning and Dr. Putallo lanced the abscess on my neck; it was a very painful operation. Herman was buried today in the new cemetry in Brampton. Rev. W. McFadden preached text II Kings IV Chapt. 26th verse Saturday 19 �Commenced crossplowing the fallow. The weather is turning a good deal warmer. Sold our wool to K. Chisholm & Co for 38 cents per lb. there was 170 lbs. Emma Armstrong and Hattie Modeland were up on a visit. Sunday 20 There was a heavy shower of rain early this morning. Went to S. School our Supt. absent Lesson-1 Sam. XXVI. Took dinner at J.C.Snell's. Was at Sion this afternoon, Rev. Mr. Russell preached text-II Cor. XII chap 9th verses. Spent the evening at J.C.S. Monday, June 21, 1869. Was at the same work as on Saturday. The weather is very favorable for the crops, the fall wheat has been out in head a week and the clover is nearly in full bloom. Spent the evening at home reading the May 16 of Ladie's Repository Tuesday 22 Was plowing this forenoon. Went up to Edmonton and got the horses shod, father, mother and Lizzie Burnett went up to Zion for to clean the church and put it in order, Sarah and Lizzie Snell were there helping. Wednesday 23 There was a very heavy thunder shower yesterday afternoon. Was plowing all day in summer fallow. Spent the evening at home in reading the "Christian Guardian" Thursday, June 24, 1869. Spent the day in fishing at the 'lake', did not catch any at the lake but caught 30 in the Etobicoke. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. R. Smith's social, proceeds $45 for the Best S. School, Bonsan, Mrs. J.C. S. and Sarah Snell spent the afternoon at our place. Friday 25 Was plowing all day. Father was up at the lake this afternoon and caught 8 sun fish. The weather is still cool, the turnips are just coming up and also the field potatoes there is some in the garden over a foot high Saturday 26 �Was at the same work as yesterday. There was a man from Port Hope called at our place and offered us $7000 for our farm but we did not take it. Spent the evening at home reading the newspapers. Sunday, June 27, 1869. Very wet morning rain from the south. Went to S. School there was only about 20 present Supt. abs. Lesson-Matt.XXI-33-46. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon and singing. There was a heavy shower this evening. Monday 28 Was building the line fence between us and J. Learmont. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. R. Smiths party, we had strawberries and cream for a dessert, there was about 25 present. I got home at 1.30 o'clock A.M. Tuesday 29 Finished the job we were at yesterday. There was some rain again today and it was very warm. The barley is just coming out in head. Father went to Brampton today and bought a grindstone for 90 cts., weight 61. Wednesday, June 30, 1869 The weather this month has been very cool and wet, so cold that it has kept the crops back. but they are growing very fast now and look well. Finished crossplowing the fallow. Went to Brampton this evening and mailed a letter to Aunt Catherine. Thursday, July 1 It has been a very pleasant day. I spent it at Mr. Snell's lake fishing and caught only two. There were a good many there and among them was Sarah Snell. I was sorry afterwards that I did not talk more to her but it is my old failing-bashfulness. Friday 2 Was engaged in horse-hoeing the carrotts and potatoes they look well and are growing very fast. Was hauling manure on the summer fallow that was plowed this summer. Joshua Modeland was married yesterday. �Saturday, July 3, 1869. Was a very warm day. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought a light lustre coat for $ . also a White leghorn hat for $1.25, we also bought a scythe and some rakes. I found quite a lot of wild strawberries beside our line fence. Sunday 4 Drove up to S. School this morning there were six in the buggy. Mr. Millard was present Lesson-1 Sam. XXX chap. Went to Zion in the afternoon and Rev. W. L. McFadden preached text-Acts XXIV25th. Was at Brampton W. M. Church tonight, Mr. McF. preached same text Monday 5 Commenced cutting clover this afternoon it is pretty green yet but the season is growing late. Mrs. John Snell and Mrs. J.C.S. spent the afternoon at our place. Spent the evening at home in reading. Tuesday, July 6, 1869. Was engaged this forenoon in hilling up the potatoes with the plow. Was cutting hay at Erastus Bunting's this afternoon with our mower. Old Mrs. Trueman came up this evening on a visit. Wednesday 7 It is very good hay weather now. Mother and Mrs. Trueman went up to J.C. Snell's today. Hauled in 2 loads of hay this afternoon the first we have taken in this year. Miss Elizabeth Heath spent the afternoon at our place. Thursday 8 It has rained nearly all night and a heavy shower this morning. Father took Mrs. Trueman home and bought a horse hay fork. Was cutting thistles with the scythe in the pastures. John Learmont was married today. {written above July 9th} John Learmont was married to Miss Elizabeth Armstrong yesterday Friday, July 9, 1869. {after a few lines of bleed through from previous page} We have a good many strawberries and are a good size. �Saturday 10 {after a few lines of bleed through from previous page} it did not work very well at first but it will improve with practice Sunday 11 There was a very heavy thunder storm with wind early this morning Went to S. School Mr. Millard was present and we had an excellent lesson 1 Sam. XXXI. Was at Zion No preaching. Jane spent today at our place I drove her home this evening. Monday, July 12, 1869. Was a very warm day. Was harrowing the summer fallow this forenoon. We finished cutting 10 acres of clover. Father was cutting clover for John Learmont. he was helping us to haul in hay. hauled 5 loads worked until dark. Thursday 13 Was up at 4 o'clock this morning and started to haul in hay. Bought a fanning mill for $23 from Levi Cossit, Guelph. Was horse raking hay this afternoon and worked until dark cocking it up. Wednesday 14 James Bunting who is working for his uncle was helping us to draw in hay, the hay fork saves a good deal of hard work but not much time. Father finished cutting Erastus Buntings grass today. There was a light shower this P.M. Thursday, July 15, 1869. Was cutting hay on the other place this forenoon. Finished hauling in ten acres of clover and had 26 loads. It has been a very warm day. Spent the evening at Erastus Bunting's in jumping with the boys. Friday 16 There was another heavy thunder storm during the night and the grain is quite flat. Was cutting grass for John Learmont with the mower and I took dinner there for the first time had a feed of cherries which are now just getting ripe. Saturday 17 �Was horse hoeing turnips this forenoon. Was cocking up hay on the other place, it is a very good crop mostly timothy. Hauled in 2 loads, the horse fork works a great deal better in the timothy than in the clover. Sunday, July 18, 1869. Drove up to S.School this morning Supt. absent. (Mr. Brooks preached school) lesson-Psalm XL. Heard Mr. Russel preach at Zion this afternoon, his sermons are quite short-text. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. J.C.S. and wife spent the day at our place. I drove them home this evening. Monday 19 We had new potatoes yesterday, they are as large as turkey eggs. James Sewell was helping us to haul in hay this afternoon from the other place. Mis Learmont spent the evening at our place and bade us goodbye. as she is going up home. Tuesday 20 Was a very wet day with a good deal of thunder. Was thinning out turnips. Went up to John Snell's this evening to repair their Melodeon but did not get it finished. Drove my Mother home from J.C.S. it is a beautiful moonlight night. Wednesday, July 21, 1869. Went up early this morning to John Snell's and finished repairing their melodeon. I had a long chat with Sarah Snell she does not seem to have much taste for playing although she seems a very nice girl other ways. Spent the evening at home. Thursday 22 Kezia Moreland came spent the day at our place. Was plowing the summer fallow it is in good order considering that it was plowed the first time only about 6 weeks ago. We were hauling in hay and broke one of the prongs of the horse fork Friday 23 Started hauling hay very early this morning as it looked like rain. John Learmont was helping us with his team, finished haying today having about 48 loads of 18 acres and spent nearly 3 weeks over it on account of the wet weather. �Saturday, July 24, 1869. The weather is very dull and quite cool. Was plowing at the same field as the other day it is almost too wet to plow there has been so much rain. Mr. Cummerson was cutting fall wheat which is the first in the neighbourhood. Sunday 25 Aunt Mary & Lizzie Bennett started away early this morning to Henry Modelands on a visit. Went to S School the Supt. present, had a very instructive lesson-Matt.XXII, 1-18 verse. Lavina and I went up to J.C.S' and staid all night. It has been a very warm day. Monday 26 Was cross plowing all day and plowed an acre and a half. It is has been a pretty warm day. We received a present of cherries from Mr. A. Bunting he has a great quantity of them. Spent the evening reading the {Ford Families?} Thursday, July 27, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. There was a heavy thunder storm today at noon. I spend most of my noon spels in practising on the melodeon it takes a great deal of practice to make a good player. Wednesday 28 It rained all forenoon from the west. We are engaged in putting up hooks through the barn roof for the horse fork pulleys. Finished cross plowing Father and Mother spent the evening up at J.C. Snell's. Thursday 29 Commenced marking out the summer fallow into ridges 22 ft. wide. James Mason spent the day at our place he came from Missouri this week, he has changed very little in his looks he is hired at Mr. Hindle's @ $2 per month for harvest. Friday, July 30, 1869. �Commenced cutting our fall wheat this afternoon it is a good crop and I think will yield well, it is Diehl wheat very plump in the grain it shells out a good deal in harvesting. It was pretty warm today but almost cold enough at night for frost.. Saturday 31 Was cutting wheat all day with the reaper and finished tonight we had 11 acres. James Mason was binding for us today and our two neighbours so that it was bound as fast as it was cut. There has been a great deal of rain this month with thunder and has also been very cold for the season. Sunday, August 1 Went to S. School this morning the supt. present-Lesson II Sam. VII chap. Was at Zion this afternoon Rev. W.L. McFadden preached Acts-II Chap.-37th verse. I went over from meeting and took tea at J.C.S. and spent the evening there. It has been a warm day. Monday, August 2, 1869. Spent most of the day berry picking in Mr. Dyer's bush, E. Burnett, S. Bunting, Lavina and myself and a good many from No. 10, we picked about 16 lbs. There was a very heavy rain this evening. Uncle William Ferguson & wife were also picking berries. Tuesday 3 The three of us were down at E. Buntings, with the reaper and 6 acres of fall wheat it is not so good a crop as ours. Spent the evening in cutting roads around our barley field with the cradle. Wednesday 4 Another wet day, showers from the west with thunder. We 'docked' our lambs and took them away from the ewes and put them in a field by themselves, there 14 rams and 8 ewes. Planted out a bed of strawberries. Thursday, August 5, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning and sold the iron belonging to the old threshing machine for $ Commenced cutting barley with the reaper cut about 5 acres. it is a very heavy crop and is knocked down a good deal with the rain. Friday 6 �John Learmont and his hired boy and team were helping us to haul in our wheat there was 18 loads on the 11 acres and there seems a good deal of wheat in it as it handles very heavy. The weather has been quite cool over the last 2 days the wind in the North. Saturday 7 Was horse raking wheat stubble commenced at 5 o'clock this morning and finished it at 9 oclock. Was reaping barley this afternoon and hauled in the wheat rakings, worked until dark mowing barley. The sun was eclipsed about 5 o'clock this evening it was half obscured and it was as dark as after sun set. Sunday, August 8, 1869. Father, Mother and I drove over to Harrison's to Quarterly Meeting. Mr. McFadden preach text 43 Psalm, 3,4 and 5th verses the church was crowded. Walked up to the Baptist Church, Edmonton. Rev. Mr. Lawrance preached a very good sermon text Acts XI 23 verse, I saw Jabez Heath for the first time since his return from Great Britain Monday 9 The three of us were over cutting J. Learmonts barley with our reaper this forenoon, he bound it all, Was hauling in our barley this afternoon, it is all loose and we unload it with the horse fork which works very well with it. Tuesday 10 The weather continues very fine and quite warm. Was over to see Mr. Tuckers self raker working it does its work well and saves a good deal of hard work. Was hauling barley with 3 teams this afternoon hauled 18 loads, worked until dark. Wednesday, August 11, 1869. There was a light shower early this morning. Was hauling in loose barley this afternoon. Went to Van Amburg's Menagerie this evening in Brampton there was a big crowd at it and all seemed well pleased with the show. there was nearly 500 animals, birds, etc-tickets 50 cents. Thursday 12 �Was reaping barley this afternoon J. Learmont and J. Bunting were helping us in binding the barley this is all we intended to bind. Was hauling in barley this afternoon hauled six loads, spent the evening at home. Friday 18 There was a very heavy thunder storm last night. Was reaping barley for Erastus Bunting this afternoon, I was pulling off the sheaves from the reaper which I have done all harvest, there was some huge thistles, nearly an inch in diameter at the lower end of stalk. Saturday, August 14, 1869. We had Samuel Bunting Sen. helping us to cut barley 2 of us were mowing it with the scythe it is so badly laid that the reaper won't cut it. We hauled in 7 loads of barley this afternoon it commenced raining about dark from the east Sunday 15 It rained a good deal last night. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. abs. on account of the sickness of his wife there was only a small school Lesson II Sam. 15 chap. Mr. Russel preached at Zion a 2 1/2 P.M. text Spent the evening at J.C.S and staid all night. Monday 16 Finished marking out the ridges in the summer fallow Was mowing barley with the scythe and horseraking and cocking it up. Was preparing 20 bush. of Treadwell wheat for market it is the last of old wheat. Tuesday, August 17, 1869. Mr. Thomas Simpson was threshing for us today with his new machine (Berwick) it does very good work. threshed all the fall wheat and 1/3 of the barley the fall wheat is an excellent sample and the barley fair. Wednesday 18 Was reaping J. Learmonts oats they are a great crop of straw and are the tallest I ever saw being higher than a man's head it was very heavy work pulling off the sheaves. We hauled in 19 loads of barley today �Thursday 19 Our 2 year old colt 'Pollie' happened a bad accident by getting her foot cut and it bled a great deal. We had a great deal of thunder this afternoon with some rain. Commenced cutting our oats, are well filled and a good crop Friday, August 20, 1869. Yesterday and to day I think have been the warmest days this season Finished cutting the field of oats nearly 4 acres. We hauled in the last of our barley having over 55 loads Took a load of new wheat to Brampton, 51 bush @ $1.03. Saturday 21 It rained all forenoon from the east. Was putting up the pulley for the horse fork in the new barn for to unload peas. Was ridging up the fallow this afternoon. The land is in good order and nearly clear of weeds. Sunday 22 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-lesson Matt.XXIV 1 to 28. There was a large attendance. The local preacher disappointed us at Zion. Went to the Baptist chapel at Edmonton. Mr. Lawrance preached test Romans I 18. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Samuel Sewells. Monday August 23, 1869. It has been a very warm day. Finished cutting oats at noon they are a very heavy crop. Was reaping oats all afternoon for Mr. Erastus Bunting, his oats are not quite so heavy as ours. Spent the evening at home, it is beautiful moonlight. Tuesday 24 Finished cutting E. Bunting's oats this forenoon. Was binding oats at home all afternoon. which is nearly all the binding I have done this harvest. S. Bunting Sen. is half drunk most of the time and is not much good. Wednesday 25 �Has been a warm day. Was ridging up, all day plowed 1 2/3 acres. Erastus Bunting was threshing. Our 2 men went with the team Was reading the new 5th Book(School book)published by J. Campbell, Toronto. it contains a great amount of interesting reading. Friday, August 20, 1869. Yesterday and today I think have been the warmest days this season. I finished cutting the field of oats nearly 4 acres. Hauled in the last of our barley having over 55 loads. I took a load of new wheat to Brampton, 51 bush @ $1.03. Saturday 21 It rained all forenoon from the east. Was putting up the pulley for the horse fork in the new barn for to unload peas. Was ridging up the fallow this afternoon, the land is in good order and nearly clear of weeds. Sunday 22 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson Matt. XXIV 1 to 28. There was a large attendance. The local preacher disappointed us at Zion. Went to the Baptist chapel Edmonton. Mr. Lawrance preached text Romans 1 18th. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Samuel Sewells. Monday, August 23, 1869. It has been a very warm day. Finished cutting oats at noon they are a very heavy crop. Was reaping oats all afternoon for Mr. Erastus Bunting, his oats are not quite so heavy as ours. Spent the evening at home, it is beautiful moonlight. Tuesday 24 Finished cutting E. Bunting's oats this forenoon. Was binding oats at home all afternoon, which is nearly all the binding I have done this harvest. S. Bunting Sen. is half drunk most of the time and is not much good. Wednesday 25 Has been a warm day. Was ridging up, all day plowed 1 2/3 acres. Erastus Bunting was threshing our 2 men went with the team Was reading the new 5th Book (school book) published by J. Campbell, Toronto. It contains a great amount of interesting reading. �Thursday, August 26, 1869. We cut our Alsike clover 13 acres with the mower with a platform attached and raked it off in bunches, it is too ripe and shells out a good deal. J. C. Snell & wife spent the evening at our place they intend having a big sale of stock on the 30th of Sept. Friday 27 Was ridging this forenoon with two teams. Arichibald Bunting and the other 2 commenced pulling our peas, they pull very easy this year the ground is so loose. Hauled in the Alsike this afternoon there were 5 big loads. Saturday 28 A heavy thunderstorm early this morning. Was cutting J. Learmonts spring wheat with the reaper this afternoon he had men enough to keep up to the reaper in binding. Spent the evening preparing for Sunday. Sunday, August 29, 1869. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. absent the lesson II Sam. XXII chap. I took dinner at J.C. Snell's. George Graham preached at Zion this afternoon text-CXLIV Psalm verse. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon. Monday 30 Finished cutting J. Learmont's wheat this morning. Commenced hauling in our oats this afternoon, we got in 6 loads, they are hardly dry enough yet. Spent the evening at home reading the new 5th book(school book) Tuesday 31 We have had some of the warmest days this month of the summer there has been a good deal of rain and the harvest is later than for some years. We are half done ridging up and have half of our oats and all of our peas out yet. Wednesday, September 1, 1869. �There was a white frost last night, it is quite cold today Was threshing at John Simpson with team and 2 hands their grain did not yield very well. Archd Bunting finished pulling our peas today which job I have missed doing this year. Thursday 2 Was hauling oats all day & finished to night. J.C. Snell and wife took dinner at our place today, he took the names of our thorough bred Durham cattle and is going to put them up at their sale on the 30th. Friday 3 Was hauling peas all day have in 12 loads, and unload with the horse fork, I met with an accident by the rope getting around my hand and drawing it bruised my fingers badly. Saturday, September 4, 1879. Commenced sowing the fall wheat today and sowed ten acres, which is all we have planted yet, the ground is in very good order. Nearly all the plums and pears in the garden are ripe, the trees are well loaded. Sunday 5 Went to S. School this morning Supt. absent-Lesson-Matt XXV J.C.S. and wife came down to dinner (green corn). Mr. Walker preached at Zion test-Genisis XXII 2nd. Kezia Snell took tea with us, went to Bap. Church Ed.n text Mark I 15th. Monday 6 George Adams & his son Joseph was helping us to haul in peas, I was ridging up with the other team, they hauled 10 loads. I plowed 2 acres today in 9 hours. Mrs. J.C.S. spent the day at our place J.C. being in Toronto. A very warm day Tuesday, September 7, 1869. Was plowing until 10 o'clock when it commenced to rain and has been raining all day from the N.E. Spent the evening at home reading. Mr. & Mrs. A. McFaul of Caledon came home last week from Ireland where they have spent the summer. Sarah Snell is now in Caledon at their place to spend a week. �Wednesday 8 It rained all last night and the greater part of today. Went to Brampton this forenoon and visited J.E. Woods Barbershop. Spent the evening and all night at J.C. Snell's, he is now very busy preparing for the Provincial Fair. Thursday 9 Very dull and cloudy but cleared off this evening. Reaped 7 acres of spring wheat for E. Bunting. It was a light crop for the season Spent the evening at home reading the Christian Guardian and social chat. Friday, September 10, 1869. Was plowing and sowing wheat the ground is quite wet after the heavy rain. The wife of the Rev. William Millard died on last Wednesday with the consumption she has been sick many years, was buried to day in Township of Etobicoke. Saturday 11 Finished the fall seeding today have sowed about 15 acres Received a catalogue of Mr. Snell's sale with a portrait of "Duke of Bourbon" on it, and full pedigrees of the stock for sale. Spent the evening reading the Globe. Sunday 12 A warm day. Went to S. School our Supt. absent, lesson II Sam. XXIII Chap. Was at Zion this afternoon Rev. D.G. Sutherland preached text-Hebrews XI, he has just returned from Europe where he spent the summer. Monday, September 13, 1869 Was hauling in peas all day, took in 8 loads. J.C. Snell called at our place this evening and asked me to help them during the Exhibition with their stock which I intend doing. This was a warm day for the season. Tuesday 14 �Finished harvest today by finishing hauling in the peas there was 40 loads off 7 acres threshed 22 bush with the horses and stacked the straw out. Spent the evening at home Aunt Mary Peacock went to Toronto. Wednesday 15 Went to the Gore Mills today with a grist and peas to be chopped. Harvested our beans. Was up at J.C. Snell's this evening they are not quite through harvest but will be to morrow. Thursday, September 16, 1869. Was hauling manure on stubble ground to enrich it for turnips, hauled 18 loads with one team. Father was threshing at Gummerson's. The fall wheat is up nice and green. Friday 17 There was a very heavy thunder storm las night. It rained a great deal Went to Brampton this afternoon and started about 4 oclock for London on a freight train, arrived in St. Mary's at 11 PM. Saturday 18 Spent the rest of the night trying to sleep but could not on account of the cold. We had breakfast here and arrived in London 9 A.M. where we unshipped the stock and drove them to the fair ground. We board in a private house. Sunday, September 19, 1869. Was very tired last night. Went to W.M. Church and heard Rev. Mr. Cookman text John I 29th It is a very warm day Heard Rev. Mr. Hunter preach this evening, text- Hebrews Monday 20 Was busy all forenoon washing the cattle in large pond called Lake Horn which is in the grounds. Was picking the sheep and fixing them up There is every prospect of a good show. Tuesday 21 Commenced showing the sheep this afternoon. We have a very nice boarding place at Mr. Christie's and the time passes pleasantly. Spent the evening walking through the streets. Wednesday, September 22, 1869. �Finished showing the sheep this afternoon we received 6 prizes on sheep and 10 prizes on cattle 5 first prizes, the Prince of Wales' prize for the best herd of Durham cattle. Thursday 23 I saw Prince Arthur on the ground yesterday he is rather a fine looking young man (age19). My father came up to the show to day, there is not many up from our part. There is a good show of articles in the Palace. Friday 24 The fair broke up to day at 2 o'clock and to night nearly all the stock has left for home. There are a great many machines and implements showed. They had fireworks in the city on Wednesday evening in honor of the Prince. Saturday, September 25, 1869. Was up early this morning and had breakfast about daylight drove all Mr. Snell's stock down to the station, we got them shipped and started at 2 PM J.C.S. and I came on the express train. I got home at 12 o'clock it rained nearly all day. Sunday 26 Spent forenoon at J.C.Snells. Heard Rev. McFadden preach at Zion text Hebrews XI 16th. Spent the evening pleasantly at J.C.S. in company with Miss Sarah Snell and Kezia and escorted them home in the buggy. Monday 27 Was hauling manure on the stubble ground it is quite soft after the heavy rains. Father arrived home this evening from visiting his friends in St. Thomas they are are all prospering and intend to visit us next fall. Tuesday, September 28, 1869. Finished hauling out the manure and the barn yard is clean once more. Drove our two Durham cattle (cow&calf and bull) up to Mr. Snell's for to be put up at the sale tomorrow. J.G. Snell came home from Kentucky last night. Wednesday 29 �Staid all night at J.C. Snell's. Was the clerk at the sale today, there was quite a number of people present and the stock sold well, they realized over $3000, we did not sell ours but bought a heifer calf for $95. Spent the evening with the girls and staid there all night for the first time in my life. Thursday 30 Was up before daylight this morning and home before our folks were up. Took a load of barley to Brampton this forenoon and got 72 cents per bush, 58 bush, sold 65 bush last week at 71 cents. Washed our ram (10) lambs with warm water and soap. Friday, October 1, 1869. Mr. Thos. Simpson threshed for us today, barley and oats, it has been a fine day but a head wind which made it very dusty. Uncle Adam arrived here yesterday morning from Missouri he looks rather thin but is healthy his son Albert is along Saturday 2 Finished threshing today, the grain turned out well. Mrs. J.C.Snell and Sarah Snell called here after dark and seen Uncle Adam and Albert he brought hickory and walnuts sweet corn and papas {pawpaws} a kind of fruit. Sunday 3 Went to S. School this morning our supt. absent he is not well, his wife died 3 weeks ago,-Lesson II Sam. XIX chap. Mr. J.G. Watson preached at Zion at 21/2 P.M. text John XII 32nd verse. Took dinner at J.C.Snells. Spent the evening at home. Monday, October 4, 1869. Went up to Mr. John Snell's this morning and brought home the heifer calf we bought for $95. Commenced cutting the clover for seed it is a good crop and the seed well filled. Spent the evening at home preparing apples for drying. Tuesday 5 Finished cutting our clover we have 10 acres. Was cutting clover for Erastus Bunting's. The weather is quite cold with frost at night. Uncle Adam came here this evening from Amaranth the folks are pretty well. �Wednesday 6 Went to Brampton Show this forenoon and some plums & potatoes to show but obtained no prize, there is a good show especially among the vegetables. Was cutting clover this afternoon at Mr. E. Buntings. Thursday, October 7, 1869. Went to Brampton Fair early this morning with 7 ram lambs and sold 6 for $10 each There was a great crowd more so than any previous fair. It was late this evening when we got home and had the chores to do after Friday 8 Was digging potatoes this forenoon nearly half rotten. Was hauling in clover this afternoon hauled 6 loads, there seems to be a good deal of seed in it. Uncle Adam was away with our horse collecting notes. J. Learmont spent the evening at our place. Saturday 9 Was at the same work as yesterday hauled in 8 loads. J.C.S. bought a Berkshire sow from us for $5 (3months old) The weather has been fine there was some rain this evening Sunday, October 10, 1869. Was at S. School, very few present. Supt absent-Lesson John XIV chap. Went to the Dedication of new church on 3rd line east at 2 P.M. Mr. Gooderham preached text II Corth. took tea at Henry Modelands, Rev. S. Rose of Toronto preached this evening text John VI 53 to 56 Monday 11 Went to Edmonton fair this morning with six ram lambs and a Durham heifer calf received 1st and 2nd prize on the lambs and 2nd prize on heifer, it is a cold wet day and not many people present the girls were rather scarce but select Tueday 12 Commenced fall plowing today for the first, it is getting late. Spent the evening hearing a temperance lecture from a blind man, delivered in Zion not many people out. Head a nice chat with Sarah Snell �Monday, October 13, 1869. Was plowing all day with two teams. It has been a cold day and hard frost at night. Was at Brampton this evening at Mrs. Truemans's. Uncle Adam is here tonight and is nearly through collecting his notes. Thursday 14 Was up early this morning and started for Caledon Fair @ 7.30 A.M. with a span of horses to the buggy, Father, Mother, Uncle Adam and myself was a wet and disagreeable day, got home at 8 P.M. They have a good show took dinner and tea at John Newhouse Friday 15 Went to E. Bunting's to thresh this morning and the machine broke so we all went home. Was plowing pea stubble land. Spent the evening paring apples for drying and playing the melodeon. Saturday, October 16, 1869. Was threshing all day at E. Buntings spring wheat and oats which turn out very well. Threshing is the most disagreeable work about a farm. Spent the evening helping Uncle Adam arrange his business and count money. Sunday 17 Was at S. School a good number present. Supt. absent-Lesson- Psalm CIII. Mr. Holtby preached at Zion text Isaiah XL-31st verse. Took dinner at J.C.S. he and wife Uncle William and Adam spent the evening at our place. Monday 18 Was threshing at E. Bunting's this forenoon and at John Learmonts this afternoon. It has been a very cold day and some snow showers. Went to "Ebenezer" to night to practice singing for the convention there was only a few present Tuesday, October 19, 1869. Cleaned up a load of barley this morning and took it to Brampton, 41 bush @ 65cts. Finished hauling in the second crop of clover, had 16 loads off 10 acres. There was snow squalls today. Spent the evening at home. �Wednesday 20 Finished mowing E. Bunting's clover. It is a very cold day. Spent the afternoon at the Township S.S. Convention held in Ebenezer only a small attendance, there was a larger number at the evening meeting, we had several speakers and music. Thursday 21 James Mason and wife took tea at our place last night. Uncle Adam started for Missouri early this morning, he took $3390 with him this is the fourth trip he has made thither. Was plowing all day. Spent the evening at home. Friday, October 22, 1869. Finished plowing 10 acres of pea land, we have sold the 10 ram lambs for $89 and could sell more there is such a demand. Spent the evening at Mr. John Hindle's and stayed all night at J.C. Snell. Rev. A McFall also stayed all night Saturday 23 A cold S.E. rain has lasted nearly all day. James Mason and I spent the day in Toronto changing his Canada money into American and bought his tickets for St. Jo. Missouri. We missed the train in the evening and did not get till 3 o'clock Sunday morning Sunday 24 Was at S. School this morning our Supt. present. Lesson, Psalm XCI. Rev. W.L. McFadden preach at Zion at 21/2 P.M. text Psalm LCXXVI 6th verse. I took tea and spent the evening at Mr. Samuel Snell's. A very cold day and a snow storm. Monday, October 25, 1869. It froze nearly hard enough last night to stop the plow. Was plowing all day in the fall wheat stubble land, done 11/2 acres. Very cold day for the season. Spent the evening at home in reading the Globe. Tuesday 26 About 2 inches of snow fell this morning. Went to the Gore Mills with 22 bush of peas and oats for chopping. It is a very cold night. Are 2 parties in the neighbourhood tonight and was not invited. �Wednesday 27 Was hauling manure all day out of the yard and on the stubble. The weather is some milder to day. Mother spent the day at J.C.S. and I drove up for her and spent the evening there in reading and chat. Thursday, October 28, 1869. Was plowing all day till 3 o'clock when I took Aunt Mary Peacock's trunk over to Mr. H. Modelands who will take it to Toronto early to morrow morning. Friday 29 Was plowing this forenoon Commenced harvesting carrots this afternoon, they are a good crop and have grown large. It has been a cold day with some snow showers. Saturday 30 Finished taking up carrots. Went to Brampton this after noon and bought a new felt hat for $2.25 and a black silk cravat for 30 cents. Spent the evening in reading the newspapers. Sunday, October 31, 1869. Went to S.School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov.1 1-19, he read an address given by Mr. Reynolds at the Provincial S.S. Convention. The local preacher at Zion dissappointed only 7 pres. Spent the evening at home. Monday, Novembe r 1 The weather this month has been very cold and a great many roots and apples are destroyed by frost. The weather is quite warm to day. Commenced the turnip harvest. Was at Teachers Meeting to night in Ebenezer to arrange for a tea party. Tuesday 2 Was hauling in turnips with two teams and five hands got in 24 loads to day and 7 yesterday, the turnips are a good size and yield well. Spent the evening at home. Indian summer has commenced. Wednesday, November 3, 1869. �Finished the turnip harvest today. we have about 1200 bush or 40 waggon loads. It has been a warm and pleasant day. Uncle William and wife will spend to morrow at our place. Got a letter from Uncle John in St. Jo Thursday 4 Finished hauling in the carrots. Spent the afternoon at Mr. Wm. North's Auction Sale of Farm, stock and Implements, the stock brought high prices. Mr. J. W. Main took tea at our place this evening. Has been a fine day. Friday 5 Was plowing stubble ground. A great change in the weather last night, a cold high west wind with some rain, which continued all day and is a cold night. Spent the evening at home reading Saturday, November 6, 1869. Was plowing all day today with one team. Father and Mother were at Brampton all day, he sold Uncle John T's. house for $425 to Mr. Jerry Harris. Received a pair of winter boots from J. Coyne @ 4.25 Sunday 7 Went to S. School this morning, our Supt. absent-lesson John XIII 18 to 38. Took dinner at J.C.S's. D.G. Sutherland preached in Zion at 21/2 PM text-II Corinth. Spent the evening which is very cold at home. Monday 8 A cold day with snow squalls. Was shovelling the cross furrows in the plowed land it was hard work on account of the frost. Spent the evening at Mr. John Woodhall's at No.18 Tuesday, November 9, 1869. Willie Learmont commenced work at our place to day for a year @ $7 per month. Hauled 14 loads of gravel from the creek to put on the paths around the house and barn. Spent the evening at home reading "Pilgrims Progress" Wednesday, 10 �The weather continues cold and cloudy the ground staying frozen all day. Hauled 10 loads of gravel today and put it on the lane from the house to the road. Father and Mother spent the evening at J.C. Snell's Thursday 11 Went to Brampton this forenoon and sat for my photograph at M. H. Craigs Gallery of Art. Mrs. J. C. Snell spent the day at our place. J.C.S. called here this evening. A very cold day for the season. Friday, November 12, 1869. Was engaged in hauling stones from the other place for building purposes next summer and burning old rails left from the line fence. A great many are behind with the turnip harvest and cannot work at them for the frost. Saturday 13 Finished building the line fence on the other place between us and J. Learmonts. Father went to Brampton this afternoon to the meeting of the Quarterly Board of the circuit. Spent the evening reading newspapers. Sunday 14 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov. IV chap. Spent the afternoon at Mr. Samuel Snell's pleasantly with some young folks. Heard Mr. Torrance preach at Edmonton text 1 Sam. XVI 7th. Monday, November 15, 1869. Sold 5 Berkshires, 4 mos. old @ $8 to John Snell, he sent them to and started for Kentucky today. Was building the line fence between us and J. Simpson. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells pleasantly in social chat. Tuesday 16 Cut down a large elm on the Simpson line this forenoon and commenced splitting it into rails. Was at E. Buntings and sold him 2 tickets for our S.S. Anniversary. The evening set in with a cold east snow storm. Wednesday 17 �Went to Brampton this forenoon and received $1.10 worth of photos from Mr. Craig, they are the best I have had taken. Stabled all our stock today and commenced winter feeding. It has rained all day from the East. Thursday, November 18, 1869. Was splitting elm rails and chopping cord wood and building fence. The teachers and scholars of our S.S. met for practice to night in Ebenezer, it is a nice moonlight night and there were 3 sleigh loads present Friday 19 It has been snowing all day from the East and there is quite good sleighing. Was hauling stakes on the sleigh to the line fence. Was in Brampton this evening and visited J.E. Woods Barbershop. spent the evening reading the "Peel Banner" Saturday 20 Snowing most of the day. there is tolerable good sleighing. Spent the evening at the singing practice, there was a good turn out. I invited Miss S.H. Snell to wait with me at the party and she consented to my great pleasure. Sunday, November 21, 1869. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-John XIV-a large attendance. Heard Rev. W. McFadden preach in Zion text-Mathew XXI, 23rd. Went to Samuel Westervelt's baptism at 4 o'clock. he turned from the P.Methodists to Hard shell Baptist. Monday 22 Commenced a heavy snow storm from the E at noon and lasted till after dark. Spent the afternoon in preparing the Church for the party. Took tea at J.C.S. had a nice sleigh ride to the church with the girls. Gave one of my pictures to Sarah Snell and another to Nellie. Tuesday 23 There is a foot of snow on the ground this morning. Went to the party this afternoon, an average attendance. Mr. Millard received a present of $100 from his friends, it was a surprise to him. I got along nicely with my partner S.S. �Wednesday, November 24, 1869. Very hard frost last night. Clear and cold to day. Spent the forenoon in cleaning out the church it is quite a heavy job. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's, Miss S. Snell was there. I had the pleasure of escorting her home. Thursday 25 Commenced splitting rails in the other place' bush. Father and Mother came home today from Oakville (they went on Monday) were visiting Uncle Taylor, he is doing well in his business. Received a copy of Frank Leslie's Illustrated from Carthage. Friday 26 Received a letter from Uncle John (St.Jo). Was at the same work as yesterday. It has thawed a good deal to day. Spent the evening at John Woodhall's in social chat, and in 'Nature's balmy sweet restorer'. Saturday, November 27, 1869. Was chopping cordwood and splitting oak stakes this forenoon Went to Brampton this afternoon and 2 pair bought of working pants at $2.25 & tooth brush. Took tea at Uncle William Ferguson's. Got a turnip cutter from John Snell Sunday 28 Went to S.School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov. XII. J.C. Snell and wife took dinner at our place. Mr. Walker preached in Zion at 21/2 PM text-Psalm LXIII 3rd. Spent the evening at John Snell's with the young folks. Monday 29 Was chopping cord wood all day on the other place. The weather is quite mild and set in with rain this evening. Spent the evening playing the melodeon and reading the Canadian Almanac for 1870. Tuesday, November 30, 1869. This has been a real winter month there has been good sleighing for two weeks, a great many have turnips and potatoes and hay and grain unharvested. Spent evening reading newspapers and chitchat. �Wednesday, December 1 Was chopping and splitting rails all day. Father and Mother were over at Wm. Heath's Sale of Furniture and household goods, the articles sold for good prices. Spent the evening at home reading. John Learmont spent the evening with us. Thursday 2 Was splitting elm rails and chopping cordwood for home use this forenoon. Spent the afternoon in Campbell's blacksmith's shop at No.10 getting a horse shod. I saw an Illustrated Newspaper published in New Zealand. Friday, December 3, 1869. Spent the day-which was the coldest we have had this season at I.A. Modeland's Auction Sale of all his Stock and Implements, nearly all the articles sold brought high prices. There was a large attendance. Saturday 4 Was engaged in chopping cordwood. Father drove to Mr. Fraser's on the 6th Line west and bought a patent car for the horse fork it is a great improvement. It cost $9.00. Was at Brampton this evening and bought a "Canadian Illustrated News" Sunday 5 Was at S.S. this morning, a large attendance, our Supt. absent-Lesson John XV. Rev. D.G. Sutherland preached at Zion at 21/2P.M.-text-1 Kings XVIII 21st. Drove the sleigh to Edmonton this evening Mr. Lorrance preached text-Philipians II-12,13 verses. Monday, December 6, 1869. A very cold day. Was threshing peas with the flail. Spent the evening very profitably in listening to Philip Philips 'Sacred Songs', it was the best singing I ever heard. The concert was held in the Wesleyan Church, Brampton there were { } present. Tuesday 7 �Was engaged in chopping cordwood cut nearly 2 cords, split and piled it in 5 hours(the two of us). Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's reading the "Farmers Advocate". it is published in London, Ont. Miss K.F. Snell spent part of the evening there. Wednesday 8 Commenced chopping of cordwood in the lower bush today. Took a load of barley to Brampton this afternoon and got 50 cents per bush for 70 bush. Received a Daily paper from Uncle John in St. Joseph. Also a copy of Daily Telegram from Oakville. Thursday, December 9, 1869. Was busy all day chopping. Father went to Robert Gardeners Auction Sale of Farm Stock and Implements, and bought 4 breeding ewes @$32.50. Spent the evening in company with Miss E. Burnett at J. Learmonts. Friday 10 Was butchering hogs to day, we only had 3 to kill, they averaged 250 lbs. each. Spent the afternoon in Brampton, purchased 2 gal. of Coal Oil @ 40 cents per gal. Spent the evening at home reading newspapers. Saturday 11 There was a thick mist all day with some rain, it is quite warm and the snow is going fast. Spent the afternoon trying to repair the melodeon in Ebenezer, but failed as the bellows is completely worn out. Father and Mother staid all night at J.C.S.'s. Sunday, December 12, 1869. Was at S.S. this morning our Supt. Present (I received a present of the "New Standard Singer" from him)-Lesson Luke XIV 41st to the end of chap. We had a disappointment at Zion, the preacher did not come, there was short prayer meeting held. Monday 13 Was engaged in chopping cordwood this forenoon. Was sawing a hemlock tree with the cross cut saw into 2 foot lengths. Spent the evening pleasantly, it being the last night Miss E. Burnett stays with us her time is out tomorrow. �Tuesday 14 Was at the same work as yesterday and splitting hemlock rails they are hard to split. J.C. Snell took tea at our place this evening he starts for Montreal tomorrow to see Mr. Cochrane's stock. Spent the evening playing the melodeon. Wednesday, December 15, 1869. A rain storm from the East commenced today. Father went to the Gore Mills with 11 bags of peas and oats. Drove up for Mrs. J.C.S. this afternoon she is going to stay at our place till he comes back. Thursday 16 The rain storm lasted 24 hours. Was chopping cordwood this afternoon in the lower bush, the creek is quite high and the ice is all broken up. Spent the evening at home reading the "Christian Guardian". Friday 17 Father drove to Esquesing for a load of lumber. he got some pretty good quality at $3.50 per thousand. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. E. Bunting's there were some young folks present. arrived home at 11 o'clock. Saturday, December 18, 1869. Spent the day chopping cordwood. Received a letter from John Ferguson in St. Joseph he has bought 40 acres of land from Uncle Adam for $700. John Hunter came home on Thursday from Illinois, he intends spending the winter here. Sunday 19 Spent the forenoon in the S.School our Supt. abs. Lesson-Luke XIX, 41st to end. Rev. W. McFadden preach in Zion at 21/2 PM-text-Numbers XXIl. 9. I was at the Baptist Church this evening and heard Rev. Mr. Lorrance preach text-Galatians-XI- 17th verse. Monday 20 Was engaged in chopping beach and maple (dry trees) in the lower bush. Father went to the Municipal Nominations but the same Councillors were re-elected. Spent the evening at home. �Tuesday, December 21, 1869. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought some presents for my sisters, and a pack of cards (Quintettea) for amusement in the home circle price 30 cents. Wednesday 22 An East storm all night of snow and rain, turned very cold and windy to night. Spent the afternoon in fanning up peas. Spent the evening at home playing Quintettea. Received a newspaper from J.C.S. in Montreal. Thursday 23 Spent the afternoon at our school examination by the Teacher Mr. Samuel Westervelt the scholars answered well and kept good order and sang well. Anderson Campbell came home from Illinois yesterday. Friday, December 24, 1869. Was hauling wood from the bush on the other place with the sleigh. J.C.Snell came home this evening from N.York state, where he bought some sheep. Drove him up to his father's this evening. Saturday 25 Spent the day at home and had very little enjoyment. Was skating about 2 hours in the afternoon. It has been a very nice mild day and pretty good sleighing. Mrs. Peacock came here this evening from Toronto Sunday 26 Was at S.S. this morning, a very small attendance. Supt. pres. he brought a new library for the school 16 volumes and a copy of the "British Workman" for each child. Spent the afternoon and Monday, December 27, 1869. It was foggy all day finished hauling the hardwood from the other place. Robert Nichols spent the evening at our place, he was collecting school tax, our tax was $12.75 Tuesday 28 �Received a letter from Joseph Pearson last night stating that Uncle Joshua Harrington was dead a month ago. Father and Mother spent the day at Springbook. Spent the evening writing a letter to Alex Campbell. Wednesday 29 Was fanning oats and storing them away in the driving house for use next summer. H.S. Dolson's clover mill came to our place this afternoon there are 3 men with it and 2 span of horses Thursday, December 30, 1869. Commenced threshing Alsike clover this morning, it turned out 6 bush. off 2 acres Spent the evening driving Aunt Mary over to the 3rd Line east in the cutter Lizzie Burnett was along, the cutter was upset but no one was hurt. Friday 31 Was threshing red clover today it does not turn out so well as the Alsike threshed 71/2 bush. today. The threshers drove home this evening. Went to Brampton and got the newspapers also a copy of the Daily Telegraph from Uncle Taylor in Oakville. Memoranda. Another has rolled away adding as it were one drop to great ocean of eternity which every one must live or die. It seems but a short time since it was welcomed in with 'a happy New Year' yet when you calculate the labour you have passed through spring time and harvest, summer and winter, meeting with and parting from friends joys and sorrows, hope and fears and many other things, it is a good while. The weather this year has been remarkable. During the whole month of January we had fine dry roads almost dusty and bright warm days, but the afterpart of Memoranda. the winter was cold and stormy and in March we had nearly 3 feet of snow on the level, it laid on the ground until the middle of April when it all disappeared, raising the river Etobicoke to an unusual height. Commenced seeding the last week in April. The summer was remarkably cool with a considerable quantity of rain. There was a very bountiful harvest, barley yielded in many instances 60 bush. per acre, oats 75 to 80, fall wheat 35 to 40 and peas 40 bush. per acre, the root crops were excellent, the potatoes suffered some from the rot, a great many apples were destroyed by the early frost this fall. �Memoranda The grain market has been rather dull, barley was sold from 371/2 cents to 75 per bush. wheat 80 cents oats 30 cents and peas .50(We have sold very little grain only about 1/2 of the barley.) 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Scanned Microfilm of Manuscript & Typed Transcription UG Transcription Progress Scripto transcription progress Done Extracted Text �������������������������������������������������������������������� John Ferguson (1851 – 1931) 1869 Diary Transcribed by Rural Diary Archive Volunteers POCKET DIARY for 1869. Containing A Blank Space for Every Day in the Year, CALENDAR, RATES OF POSTAGE, &c. PUBLISHED ANNUALLY FOR THE TRADE. 1869. Friday, January 1, 1869. Was cold and stormy, spent the day at Mr. Mason's pleasantly, had a sleigh ride in the evening to Derry West. Saturday 2 Nothing particular taking place, was working hard all day, threshing peas with the flail Sunday 3 Went to Sunday School in the morning and heard J. C. Small read a good letter from our superintendent exhorting the scholars to trust in Jesus. was at "Zion" in the afternoon Monday, January 4, 1869 There was a change in the weather today and the snow has nearly all disappeared. Spent the day hauling firewood, was at Brampton in the evening for medicine for my aunt Mrs Peacock �Tuesday 5 Was building a fence in the bush on the "other place" and was at the Division at night and had a very good meeting although the attendance was small. Wednesday 6 The thaw still continues so that there is little or no sleighing. Was engaged in splitting rails at the "other place". Jane was at our place all day and John C came down in the evening. Thursday, January 7, 1869. The weather to day was very pleasant. Was at the same kind of work as yesterday. Took Jane home in the evening and spent it at their place. Friday 8 In the morning was in Brampton at Mrs J.D. Armstrong's funeral and heard Mr McFadden preach an affecting sermon. The evening set in very stormy so that I spent it at home in reading. (to Mr A. Saturday 9 Drinkwater) (Miss E. Cheyne was married yesterday.) The snow storm of last evening has turned into rain this morning and the thaw continues. Nothing particular has transpired today, was engaged in building fence, in the evening made preparations for Sunday. Sunday, January 10, 1869. Was at Sunday school in the morning where superintendent was absent had two new scholars in my class. Went to Zion in the afternoon but we were dissappointed of a preacher, and spent the evening at home. Monday 11 Was chopping cordwood all day. Went to the teacher's prayer meeting in the evening, there were only three present still we had a good meeting and it is the earnest prayer of the teachers that God would revive his work with school. Tuesday 12 �The weather today was very fine the sun shining brightly all day, was at the same kind of work as yesterday, went to the division in the evening as there were only three of of the members present the division was not open yet. Wednesday, January 13, 1869. The weather today was quite warm and pleasant, was engaged in splitting the last oak tree on the "other place" into stakes. Spent the evening at home. Thursday 14 The weather continues very fine so that the winter so far has been unusually pleasant, was at the same work as yesterday. Nearly every member of the family is sick with colds except myself. Friday 15 In the forenoon was hauling out manure around the old appletrees went to Brampton in the afternoon and beside the other newspapers obtained a copy of the Weekly {deal Telegraph this paper contains a great of reading matter. Saturday, January 16, 1869 My father has been so very sick today with a bad cold that he was confined to the house. John C. brought Jane down this morning and she spent the day with us. (J.C. has also been very sick all this week). Mr Smith and Mr Nichols came up and spent the evening at our place. Sunday 17 Was at Sunday school this morning Mr. Millard occupied the whole time at the school in the talking about Sunday School missionary work and that Mr. McDavie's application to be missionary has been accepted. Went to Zion this after noon and heard Mr. Sutherland speak about holiness. Monday 18 Put the load of clover hay for seed on the waggon and hauled it over to Mr. Mason's for to be thrashed. Went to the teachers prayer meeting in the evening, there were five present and we had a profitable meeting. Mr. Millard read a portion of scripture and a short sermon on it. Thursday, January 19, 1869 �Nothing particular took place today. the sick folks have all got better again. Went to the division this evening, there being no one present but myself I went over and spent the evening at J. C. Snell's. Wednesday 20 Went to the Gore mills with a grist and peas and oats for to be chopped. Mr. Mason was there distributing the bills for his sale which takes place on the second of February. Thursday 21 Nothing particular took place today. The Sunday School convention is going on in Streestville yesterday and today. Spent the evening at home as usual. Friday, January 22, 1869. Was engaged in building bush fence (all day) at the "other place" Mr. R. Chisholm called here at noon to see about handling gravel on the Center Road and arranged to start on it next week. Went to Uncle Adam's this evening and accepted the Melodeon Agency. Saturday 23 The weather continues warm and the roads are getting dry & dusty. Nothing particular took place today was handling wood and rails. Received a letter from Uncle Thomas this evening, he is doing well in business. Sunday 24 Was at Sunday School this morning. Mr. Millard had a nice illustration of the lesson 24th Chap. Joshua. Went to Zion in the afternoon the Rev. Mr Fletcher preached the missionary sermon. J. C. Snell & wife were down and spent the evening at our place. Monday, January 25, 1869 Father shot our dog "Rover" this morning. Went to Mr Mason's this afternoon to help to thrash the seed out of the clover hay. He has Mr. Dolson's clover mill hired. Tuesday 26 �Was at the same work as yesterday. Went to the division this evening as There were only five present the division was not opened. Wednesday 27 Finished the threshing that I have been engaged in. we have about 3 bush. of seed and Mr. Mason nearly 50. Went to Missionary meeting in Zion this evening the attendance was small. Mr. Rev Cochrane of Toronto & Rev. McFadden addressed the meeting. Thursday, January 28, 1869 Nothing particular took place today. Jane came down last night and is going to spend two days with us. Went to Missionary meeting at Hope Chapael to night, the house was nearly full and Mr. W. Elliott was chairman and three P. M. ministers addressed the meeting Friday 29 Was at Rev. McFaddens wood bee hauling sawed wood from Mr. P. Holtby's to the parsonage. J.C.S. called for Jane this evening and took her home. Mrs. Fletcher Hall died on Wednesday 27th and will be buried tomorrow. Saturday 30 This afternoon was engaged in hauling gravel from E. Bunting's pit on the Centre Road. Met Mr. Snell's carriage coming from the funeral and Sarah looked at me so pleasantly that she almost won me over again. Sunday, January 31, 1869 Went to Sunday School in the morning the attendance was small, went to Mr. Mason's for dinner and to Zion this afternoon and heard Rev. W. McFadden preach about the four kinds of fools mentioned in the Bible. Monday, February 1 The last month has been remarkable for warm & pleasant weather there has been little or no snow and roads have been dry and dusty. Was engaged all day in hauling gravel to the Centre Road. Tuesday 2 �Went to Mr. Mason's sale in the morning and acted as clerk all day. We had very good sale and amounted to about $1700. Staid all night at Mr. Mason's. The evening set in with a snowstorm Wednesday, February 3, 1869. This morning is very stormy and there has fallen nearly a foot of snow. Spent the forenoon in straightening Mr. Mason's accounts. Went to the surprise party at Mr. J. Wiggin's this evening did not enjoy myself as dancing occupied the whole time, got home about 3 o'clock the party broke up at four. Thursday 4 The weather today is cold and blustering, there is good sleighing now. Nothing particular took place today, spent the evening at home. {On the 30th January sold 6 sheep (4 ewes and 2 ram lambs) @$7 and $6 apiece to a man from Ohio.} Friday 5 Went over to Mr. Mason's this forenoon with a sleigh and brought over their luggage to be sent to Missouri. Was at Brampton this afternoon and bought a new watch from W. A. Mitchell for $20. Saturday, February 6, 1869 the weather is mild today. Was enaged in hauling fire wood and rails. Uncle adam sent away his luggage and Mr. Masons by freight. Willy Mason brought his horse "Titus" over to Uncle Adam's and is going to spend two weeks in Canada yet. Sunday 7 Went to S. School in the morning subject of lesson "the unfortunate widow, Luke VIII." Ms. Millard was present and destributed the January number of "childrens papers." Ms. M Shipley was up this afternoon and we went to Brampton church to night. Monday 8 Was at Brampton with a load of spring wheat received 92 cts per bush. Received by mail a copy of Dr. Pollick's new medical book. Went to teachers prayer meeting this evening the attendance small had a good meeting Tuesday, Feburary 9, 1869. �The weather continues very mild. Was engaged in hauling gravel to the Centre road. Mr. Mason came home today from Ohio. Spent the evening at Uncle Adam's with W. Mason and Anne Buchanan. Wednesday 10 Took Mr. Mason & William Large down to the station early this morning in the waggon on their way to Missouri. Was at the same occupation as yesterday. J.C. Snell and wife were down and spent the evening at our place. Thursday 11 The roads are now quite muddy Am still hauling gravel on the road. Jane stayed with us all day and J. C. S. came down this evening and we all visited Uncle Adam's. Mr. P. Grahams hotel and stables in Brampton were burnt down to night. Friday, February, 12, 1869 The weather today is like spring and we had a slight shower of rain this morning. Was at the same work as yesterday having now more than 3/4 of a lot gravelled spent the evening at home in reading the "Ladies: Repository. " Saturday 13 There was some slight showers of rain today. Went to Georgetown this morning and then to Stewarttown trying to sell Melodeons did not make any sales. The night has set in with a rainstorm. Sunday 14 The weather is very stormy today snow and sleet from the "East", On account of the weather spent the day at home in reading. The storm continues after dark. This is the first Sunday of /69 that I have spent entirely at home. Monday, February 15, 1869. Was engaged in hauling elm cordwood on the sleigh to Brampton for Haggert and Bros. Hauled 3 Cords today for which I received $2 per cord in trade. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers. Tuesday 16 �The weather today is pretty cold with frequent snow squalls. Was engaged at the same work as yesterday. Spent the evening at home. R.F. Snell and Esther Wiggins were at Uncle Adam's to night visiting Willy Mason. Wednesday 17 It has turned warmer today and the snow is fast dissapearing. Was at the same work as yesterday. Spent this evening at Uncle Adam's and received Mr. Mason's notes to keep them till next fall. Thursday, February 18, 1869. Finished hauling wood to Brampton for Haggert Bros having hauled 11 cords @ $2. Mrs. Trueman & Mrs. Featherstone were up and spent the day at our place and went home tonight. Friday 19 The weather today was cold and blustering. Uncle Joseph Dixon came down from Amaranth this afternoon. Uncle Adam brought his notes over today. Was at Mr. R Lowes'es social tonight-had a pleasant time. Saturday 20 Uncle George Burke and wife came up yesterday on a visit. Went to Brampton in the afternoon and put an advertisement in the Peel Banner respecting the melodeon agency to be left in for four months - price $3. Sunday, February 21, 1869. Very stormy morning went to S. School Mr. Millard first used the blackboard-subject-the rich man and Lazarus. Went to J.C. Snells with Pockesing folks this afternoon and with them and Uncle Adam's to Uncle Williams tonight. Met Bella Lowes there and had a pleasant time with her. Monday 22 Uncle Adam's folks were busy all day packing up for to start tomorrow morning. I took their baggage to the station this evening. Jane was down and spent the day at home and I drove her and J.C.S. home in the cutter Tuesday, 23 �Willy and Johnny Mason slept with me the last night of their stay in Canada. It was very stormy this morning and was up very early and drove the Missouri folks down to the station. The storm passed away this afternoon and it is a beautiful moonlight night. Wednesday, February 24, 1869. The weather is very cold and stormy and I am afraid that the Missouri folks will be delayed by the snow obstructing the cars. Drove Sarah Peacock up to J.C. Snells last night (where she is hired)and spent the evening there. Thursday 25 Nothing particular took place today on account of the bad weather. Went to Brampton Baptists S. S. Anniversary the number present was not as large as usual Miss Lowes presided at the Cab. Organ. Received 3 copies of the Marriage Guide. Friday 26 Went to Brampton this afternoon and purchased 8 bush. of Corn @ 70 cents per bush. also received my first letter from Andrus Bros. promising to send me a number of price lists Saturday, February 27, 1869. The coldest day we have had this season. Was engaged in threshing peas all day. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers and preparing for Sunday Sunday 28 Went to Sunday School in the morning and Mr. Jordan questioned the school on the Lesson Judges VII. Was at the P.M. Church Brampton and heard Mr. Boyle preach text-Romans XV, 13, their new organ is louder and harsher than at W.M. Church. Monday, March 1 The forepart of this last month was very mild but the latter part has been cold and stormy and at present there is a good deal of snow on the ground. Went to the T.P. Meeting this evening there was an average attendance 7. Mr. M. not present had a very good meeting Tuesday, March 2, 1869. �Was engaged in hauling gravel with the sleigh mine being the only team at it. Went to the Division (tonight)(which broke down) there were only 8 present. the funds are to be deposited in P.D. Savings Bank. Wednesday 3 Finished hauling gravel to day having hauled 7 days in all. Went to Brampton this evening and heard Mr. Kennedy the Scotch Vocalist,in the Courthouse which was very much crowded, was well pleased, the entertainment which last 2 1/4 hrs. Thursday 4 This has been a very cold day. Was engaged in feeding stock and cutting stovewood. It is just 4 years today since my conversion and I regret that I have grown colder in religion than I ought to. This Sarah Snells birthday age 20 Friday, March 5, 1869. Went to Brampton this forenoon and brought home my mother who staid all night at Uncle Williams. Drove her up in the cutter to J.C. Snell's this afternoon and had a look at Mr. Snell's stock, they are in good condition. Saturday March 6 The weather still continues very cold and blustering. Nothing particular took place to day was engaged in cutting stovewood. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 7 Was at S. School this morning Mr. Millard was present and used the blackboard subject - Christ and the young. Went to Zion in the afternoon and heard Mr. Walker preach Text- Deut. IV. 9. There were only ten present. Monday, March 8, 1869. Was engaged in threshing peas all day. Father went to Chilholm's Mill with a grist of 23 bush. of mixed fall and spring wheat. Went to the Teachers Prayer meeting this evening there only four present including Mr. Millard. Tuesday 9 �There is a great change in the weather to day turning quite warm. Jane and Mrs. J. Snell were down this afternoon visiting. Instead of freezing to night it is thawing. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 10 Very stormy all day from the North-East considerable snow has fallen and the sideroads are nearly blocked up. Drove my sisters over to school this morning and brought them back this evening in the sleigh. Thursday, March 11, 1869. The storm of yesterday has cleared off leaving the snow in huge drifts. Was at the same occupation as yesterday namely-driving the children to school. Spent the evening in writing Walter McClellan, Alton Friday 12 Went to Brampton this afternoon and saw a letter that Aunt Anne had received from Uncle John who is now in St. Jo. Brought over the scholars and took Mary Nichols home in the sleigh Saturday 13 Was employed this forenoon in breaking in a colt-Polly-who is 2 years old next spring, had very little trouble with her. Alex came up this afternoon which is the first time for six months. Elizabeth C. is going to live in Toronto. Sunday, March 14, 1869. Very stormy morning. Did not go to Sunday School but drove Alex up to J.C. Snell's and spent the day there. Took Alex part of the way home in the cutter and heard Mr. McFadden preach in Brampton at six oclock-text-John 4-14 Monday 15 Went to old Mrs. Bunting's funeral today she was buried in the old cemetery at Brampton. Mr. McFadden preached an excellent sermon from 2 Peter 3rd Chapter 14. she was 83 years of age. Was at the teachers prayer meeting tonight there were only 3 present. Tuesday 16 �Was engaged in hauling gravel on the Centre Road, it being now finished up to the blacksmith's shop. Mr. and Mrs. R. Nichols were up and spent the evening at our place. Wednesday, March 17, 1869. The weather continues very cold and there is about 2 feet of snow on the ground. Went to the Gore Mills today with 27 bush. of corn, peas, and oats mixed for chopping. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells. Received a letter from Uncle Adam in Missouri. Thursday 18 Was engaged in enrolling the militia for the west half of the township from No.10 to No. 20 which is one half of No. 6 Company Division. Joseph Snell is now engaged in enrolling the east half. Commenced on the C. Road and finished to the west 21st line. Friday 19 Finished enrolling the militia today which has been a disagreeable job on account of the deep snow which is now nearly 2 feet deep on the level and very much drifted. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's and gave him the enrollment as he is the Captain Saturday, March 20, 1869. Went to Brampton this afternoon and my mother received a letter from Aunt Jennie and I a letter addressed to Uncle Adam from Schomberg. Mother went up and is going to stay all night at J.C. S. Sunday 21 Went to Sunday School this morning Mr. Millard illustrated the lesson Matt. XX to the 18th verse on the blackboard. Was at Zion in the afternoon and heard Mr. Brosfield preach text-Watch, therefore. J.C.S. and wife and S. Peacock spent the day at our place. Monday 22 Finished threshing our peas today which have not turned out very well. Was cold and windy all day from the east set in stormy this evening Spent it at home in reading Sunday School libraries. Tuesday, March 23, 1869. �The storm of last night has passed leaving 4 inches more of snow. Was at Brampton this morning. Spent the evening in writing to Uncle Adam. Father and Mother spent the afternoon on the 3rd line east at Joshua Modeland. Wednesday 24 Was engaged in threshing oats with the flail. We had a visit today from Isaac Modeland, his mother and wife. Went to Brampton this evening and mailed a letter to Osborn Missouri. Thursday 25 Was busy all day in hauling gravel to No. 10 and putting it in a heap for use next summer on the C. Road, hauled 14 loads. Spent the evening at home. Friday, March 26, 1869. There was a great change in the weather today it being very misty and some heavy showers of rain. Was up at J.C. Snells this evening and received a copy of Ashworth's Strange Tales from him for to read. Saturday 27 Is a bright beautiful day and the snow is thawing very fast. Mr. Wixon from Albion and his son stopped at our place this morning on their way home from Missouri. I drove them as far as Tullamore in the sleigh. They are well pleased with the country. Sunday 28 Went to S. School this morning in the cutter with 3 of my sisters and Tilly the lesson was in the 10th chap. of 1st Samuel. Heard Mr. Sutherland preach in Zion this afternoon Test Mathew XXVIII.6. Uncle William & Aunt Lizzie were up this afternoon at our place. Monday, March 29, 1869. Very wet day raining steadily all the time from the east. Was engaged in hauling manure around the young appletrees. Mrs. J.C. Snell gave birth to a daughter today. Spent the evening in reading "Ashworth" which is very interesting. Thursday 30 �The weather to day was quite warm with frequent showers so that the 'Etobicoke' is overflowing its banks. Was busy part of the time in taking away the snow from the mouth of the house cellar drain, which closed it up not allowing the water to escape. Wednesday 31 Was engaged in cutting stovewood. This month on the whole has been unusually cold and stormy, and I there is more snow on the ground at present than there has been for 4 years beside being nearly as cold as January. Thursday, April 1. 1869. Was busy all day sawing cordwood with bucksaw for summer use. Father and Mother went up to J.C. Snells to see the new comer. Spent the evening at home & father wrote to Uncle Thomas. Friday 2 The weather continues cold and disagreeable. Was at the same work as yesterday. We had a visit this evening from (big) Joshua Modeland who has been out in Iowa two weeks in January. He thinks it a good farming country. Saturday 3 Went to Brampton this afternoon on horseback as the roads are very rough and received a long letter from Alex. Walked up to J.C. Snells' this evening across the fields on the crust of snow and saw for the first time their daughter. Sunday, April 4, 1869. Was at Sunday School this morning, Mr. Millard was absent and Mr. Jordan examined the school on the lesson-Matt.XX 14 to 30th. Went to Zion in the afternoon but was dissapointed in the absence of P. Holtby Spent the evening at home reading a S.S. library. Monday 5 Was engaged in sawing cordwood with the bucksaw and washing the young appletrees with soapsuds to kill the lice. Drove Mother up to J.C. S. in the buggy and returned 'Ashworth' Jane is getting quite better and the baby is growing fast Tuesday 6 �The snow is gradually disappearing Was at the same work as yesterday woodsawing. Spent the evening in writing a letter to Alex who is expecting one in four days from the time I received his. Our fodder for the stock is getting scarce. Wednesday, April 7, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. Father went to Brampton this afternoon and received two newspapers from Aunt Jennie(A weekly Carthage & a Spiritualist pub. in Chicago. Spent the evening at John Learmonts my first visit-passed in general conversation. Thursday 8 Am still at the same work. My Mother was up at J.C.Snells this afternoon with Aunt Jennie, Jane is getting quite well. John Learmont was over this evening and we had pleasant chat, he condemns the idea of going to the States. Friday 9 Went to the bush today and tapped 30 Maple trees and was busy all day at it and making sap troughs. The sap ran very fast and we obtained a good many pails of it. J. Learmont was over and spent the evening at our place. Saturday, April 10, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday and commenced boiling sap this morning with two pots and made over a gallon of molasses, besides tapping 10 more trees. Aunt Anne has received another letter from Uncle John, he has made up his mind to stay in Missouri and buy a farm. Sunday 11 Went to S. School this morning on foot (roads are getting dry) Mr. M. was there and used the blackboard-Lesson-1st Sam.XII chapt. I received a copy of the C. Messenger from J.V. Snell. Was at Zion this afternoon Mr. McFadden preached text Hosea X 12 verse. Spent the evening at home. Monday 12 Started early this morning (1/2past 5) and was busy all day boiling sap and tapping, have 50 trees tapped made 7 qts. molasses. Went to T. Prayer meeting this evening there were only 3 of the teachers present beside Mr. S. Watson's 3 children. �Thursday, April 13, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. There is a good deal of snow on the ground yet around the fences and in the lanes. The days are warm and very frosty nights. Spent the evening at home in reading Dr. O.W. Guthrie's "Our Fathers business". Wednesday 14 Was at the same work as yesterday and made ten pounds of sugar. Went up to J.C. Snell's this evening and gave them a small cake of sugar, and was also up to Mr. John Snell's and gave them another small cake. Received a letter from Uncle Adam, staid all night at J.C. Snells. Thursday 15 Our hired boy Samuel Bunting spent the day in the bush in boiling sap while I sawed wood and helped father dock the sheep. Joseph G. Snell started for Kentucky this morning and intends staying there until Christmas, he will be very much missed at home. Friday, April 16, 1869. Was engaged in sawing wood the sap has nearly quit running. Uncle William & Aunt Lizzie came up this afternoon and had a good feed of maple molasses and sugar. Spent the evening at home. Saturday 17 Went to Brampton this afternoon-they are busy enlarging the post office and making a great many more letter boxes, for the first time I saw a velocipede belonging to Mr. Mahaffey it requires a great deal of practice to ride one. Sunday 18 This is my birthday being 18 years old. It is a very nice day and the roads almost dusty but as I have a boil on the back of my neck I have to stay in the house all day. This is the second Zion day that I have spent entirely at home this year. Monday, April 19, 1869. About 1 o'clock this morning we had a heavy thunder storm and has raised the Etobicoke very high and carrying away a number of swing poles. It is very close and warm today and the grass is commencing to grow. Was sawing wood. �Tuesday 20 It has been a very wet day but it keeps warm. Father took a load of spring wheat to Brampton to day and received 85 cents per bush. bought 6 bush. of peas at the same price. Mr. William Carter was plowing which is the first done this season. Wednesday 21 Finished sawing wood to day, we have about 24 cords of wood split up into stovewood. J.C. Snell brought Aunt Mary Peacock down to day from his place. Spent the evening at home in reading. Thursday, April 22, 1869. Was engaged in building fence on the "other place" between us and John Learmont, making it with stakes at the corners and wires instead of caps. Spent the evening at home in reading a daily paper from St. Joseph Missouri. Friday 23 Commenced ploughing sod to day it was pretty soft. We sowed a ten acre meadow field with plaster. (Our opinion is that he is referring to adding lime to the soil) Spent the evening at John Learmonts in reading "Boro Bells" and talking about things in general. It is a beautiful moonlight night. Saturday 24 Was at the same work as yesterday. Father and Mother went to Brampton this afternoon and received a newspaper from Uncle Thomas published in Carthage. Spent the evening at home. Sunday, April 25, 1869. Spent the day on the 3rd Line east at Isaac A. Modeland's, drove Aunt Mary Peacock there and Tilly, had a pleasant time, it being the first time I have been on the place for 13 years. Came home in the evening. Monday 26 Was busy all day in plowing sod. Father sowed 4 acres of oats this is the first seeding we have done this year. John Learmont and his sister Susy were over and spent the evening at our place they are pretty good company. �Tuesday 27 Was at the same work as yesterday and have now about 5 acres plowed. The weather continues very fine with occasional showers. Spent the evening at home in reading the newspapers. Wednesday, April 28, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning to the spring fair and received the 2nd prize for our bull "Clifton" there was a pretty good show of stock and implements also a horse hay fork for loading hay in the field, being fastened to the waggon. Sowed our carrot seed this afternoon. Thursday 29 The weather continues fine and a good growth. Was engaged in sowing oats this forenoon, commenced sowing barley this afternoon. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells in reading and conversation, walked over there through the fields. got home at 10.30 Friday 30 Was engaged in sowing barley. Jane, Mrs. Snell and Kizzie were down for a visit. Miss Graham from Toronto St. was here for me to go down and repair their melodeon. I intend to go after the seeding- This month has been rather backward compared to last spring. But it cannot be called a very late spring. Saturday, May 1, 1869. There is a change in the weather today, a cold rain from the east which is turning to snow. Was engaged this morning in cultivating the barley ground. Went to Brampton this afternoon and mailed a letter to Uncle Adam. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 2 Went to Sunday school this morning, the attendance was small on account of Bad weather. Our supt. was absent subject-Luke XIX 1-10. Was at Zion this afternoon the congregation was small-9- (A. Bowsfield dissappointed). Spent the evening at home reading about Calvin. Monday 3 �Was engaged in harrowing the barley ground and plowing sod. Isaac A Modeland and his wife were over all afternoon at our place-they brought Aunt Mary over and are going to keep Tilly for some time. Spent the evening at home. The last of our green apples were eaten. Tuesday, May 4, 1869. The weather has been quite cool since the rain of last Saturday and there is quite hard frosts at night. Was engaged in sowing clover and timothy seed on the barley ground. Mother walked across the fields to J.C. Snell's today. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 5 Finished rolling the barley field. We constructed a home-made spear with wrought nails and speared eleven suckers in about an hour averaging two lbs. each in the Etobicoke. Spent the evening at home as usual in reading. Thursday 6 Was engaged in plowing sod. Bought 720 lbs. of hay of William Heath @ $14 per ton our hay and straw being nearly all fed up. Sarah Peacock came down from J.C.S. and went to Brampton. Spent the evening in reading the April number 2 Ladies Repository Friday, May 7, 1869 Sowed our peas to day on the sod plowed this spring. The weather is now quite warm and the buds are beginning to swell. Spent the evening at home as usual in reading general literature. We got a letter from Uncle Taylor this week, he has removed to Oakville. Saturday 8 Finished seeding to day. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought a new coat @ $8.50 also a pair of gaiters @ $4.00. Spent part of the time in the 'Banner' store and in J.E. Wood Barber shop. Spent the evening at home. Sunday 9 Went to Quarterly Meeting this morning and heard Mr. McFadden preach text- Hebrews. 12th Chap.1,2. Spent the afternoon and evening at Aunt Emeline's with D.M., G. Armstrong and Johnnie D. it is some time since I have been there before. �Monday, May 10, 1869. Was engaged in digging and preparing the garden, we have nearly all the garden vegetables planted and sowed the horse chestnuts we planted last fall are coming up and growing fast. Mrs. Snell and Jane called at our place this evening on their way home from Brampton. Lizzie Bennet commenced work today. 11.00 Tuesday 11 The weather has turned very warm and the spring grain is all up green. Was engaged in rolling the meadow and planting early potatoes. Bought 280 lbs. of hay of Mr. J. Heath making 1/2 ton We turned out our cows on the grass Turned our cattle on the grass for the first Wednesday 12 Was engaged in picking stones off the Alsike clover meadow and finished planting our early potatoes. We sold "Old Jim" to James Sewell for he sold her to J. Anthony for a silver wattle worth $18. Spent the evening at J. Learmonts. (Miss Julia Heath was married today.) Thursday, May 13, 1869. Finished digging our garden and pruning and manuring the fruit trees Commenced raining this afternoon with thunder. Went to Brampton this evening after my Mother who was at Aunt Anne's visiting... She (A.A.) intends starting for Missouri on June 1st. Friday 14 J.C. Snell and wife came down and spent the day at our place it being the first anniversary of their wedding. Was ploughing S. Buntings garden this afternoon. Spent the evening at home in reading the Globe. Jane stayed all night with us on account of the rain. Saturday 15 Was hauling manure on the turnip ground this forenoon and washed the sheep this afternoon. S. Bunting Sen. helped me we have 26. Drove Jane home this evening in the buggy and took her 5 hens and 1 cock. J.C. Snell was there a while, got home at 10 oclock Sunday, May 16, 1869. �Commenced raining about seven o'clock this morning and lasted untill ten so that I did not get S.School. Went to Zion this afternoon and there were 8 present and no preacher. Was at Brampton this evening and heard D.G. Sutherland preach Psalm CXXXIX, 7 to 10 verse. Monday 17 It has turned quite cold since the rain and some frost at night. Was hauling manure on the turnip ground hauled 14 loads to the six acre field across the creek. Spent the evening at home reading the "Youths Magazine" of 1844 A.D. Tuesday 18 Planted out some early tomatoe plants and got a load of spring wheat ready for market. Sowed some plaster on the barley which looks very well and promises a nice even crop of sixteen acres. Wednesday, May 19, 1869. Went to the Gore Mills this forenoon in the waggon 4 bush. of peas & oats for chopping. Rode down to Alek's on 'Frank' this afternoon and called at Mr. Thos. Graham for to repair a melodeon. Staid all night at Alek's who is keeping "bachelors' hall" Thursday 20 He has bought a French Mare for $85. He is now living on the 3rd line east at Mt. Charles and is comfortably situated. Came home through Brampton this morning and got a new glass for my watch. Father and Mother were up to J.C. S. this afternoon and brought me $10 for enrolling the militia. Friday 21 Was plowing all day at Mr. Gumerson for barley and J. Learmont was also plowing. The Royal Canadian Bank suspended payment this morning. We had only $2, they are worth 80 cents apiece. Spent the evening reading the "Sea News" Saturday, May 22, 1869. We sheared the sheep this forenoon, J. Learmont helping us there were 3 of us shearing, the fleeces averaged 7 lbs. apiece. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought some every-day summer clothing. Spent the evening reading the "London Illustrated News" Sunday 23 �Went to S. School this morning the supt. was absent, there was large school-Lesson, 1st Samuel XVIII 7 verse to 9. Was at Zion this afternoon and heard Mr. Russel our new preacher text J.C.S. and wife came down and spent the evening at our place. Monday 24 Spent the day in the bush around Eldorado Mills shooting, with William Woods G. Dawson J. Modeland, had a splendid boat ride on the Credit river. Took dinner and tea at J. H. Main's, on the whole I enjoyed the days sport very well. Tuesday, May 25, 1869. Yesterday and to day has been pretty warm. Finished plowing the turnip and potato ground to day. Aunt Anne came here this evening on her farewell visit before going to Missouri. I felt very tired after yesterday's tramp. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 26 Was hauling manure on the potato ground putting it in the hills. It is quite cool again the last two days have been the warmest of the season. John Newhouse called here today he is going to Missouri next week. Thursday 27 Planted our potatoes to day, there are four kinds-Early White, Cups, Garnet Chili and Peach Blows. We also planted a few rows of corn. Was very sorry to hear of the Rev. R.L. Gabies suicide caused by too hard study at college, he shot himself with a pistol. Friday, May 28, 1869. Commenced working on the roads this morning but the afternoon was very wet and is still raining this evening. All the garden fruit trees are well loaded with blossoms. Father was in Toronto on the cars for to change Aunt Jennies's money into greenbacks. Saturday 29 It is warm and pleasant after the rain and there is good growth. Went to Brampton with 33 bush. of spring wheat @ 82 cts per bus. I saw Alex and had a talk with him. Bought a copy of Bow Bells for May and Lovell's Geography. �Sunday 30 Went to S. School this morning our supt. was absent. Lesson-Matt.XX 1-17. Was at Zion this afternoon and heard Mr. John Hatson preach text-Luke 13th Chapt. 24 Went to John Snell's Sen. and spent the evening pleasantly pleasantly with the girls. Staid all night at J.C. Snell's Monday, May 31, 1869. Was hauling gravel on the Centre Road with the waggon, drew 12 loads. There were some nice showers of rain to day and all the grain is growing very fast. Mr. George Elliott was buried yesterday with military honours. Tuesday, June 1 Was engaged in using the road scraper this forenoon and finished the road work. I drove over to Mr. M. Cation's in the buggy with a beehive for to get a swarm into it, the hive will be left there until fall. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 2 Commenced hauling manure on the summer fallow hauled 25 loads, James Sewell helped me to haul it. It has been a very warm day. J.C. Snell and wife came down shis evening and are going to stay all night. Thursday, June 3, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday and hauled the same number of loads. The weather during the months of May has been very favorable for the crops. Was down at E. Buntings this evening jumping with some of the boys I jumped 14 feet. Friday 4 J.C. Snell and wife went home early this morning. Done the same amount of work as yesterday. I went to J.C.S. this evening and took them a cow Sarah Snell was there during the evening. Staid all night up there. Saturday 5 �It has rained all night and this forenoon. Set out fifty cabbage plants & some tomatoes. It has turned quite cool since the rain which has done a great deal of good to the crops. Spent the evening reading newspapers. Sunday, June 6, 1869 Went to S. School this morning (supt. absent)lesson 1 Sam. XXII chap. Went to Zion this afternoon one of the P.M. ministers preached text Isaiah XXVIII chap. 10 verse. it was the largest congregation we have had for months. Spent the evening at home. Monday 7 Was hauling manure on the fallow, hauled 21 loads. Commenced raining at teatime and is a wet night. Spent the evening at home in reading. Tuesday 8 Sold a cow and calf this morning for $30 to Mr. Williamson. Was plowing sod for summer fallow plowed an acre, it is pretty hard plowing but it is in good order. Spent the evening reading Wednesday, June 9, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. Sarah and Jennie Peacock were up at our place and staid all day they are both living in Brampton. J.C.S. called at our place tonight on his way to Mr. Christie's sale at Brantford Thursday 10 Am still at the same work this morning was quite wet but cleared off and was very warm at noon and we had a thunder storm this evening. Mother went up to J. C. S. to day and is going to stay all night. Friday 11 Was at the same work this forenoon as yesterday but had to give up work this afternoon on account of another boil on the back of my neck. Drove up to J.C. Snell's this evening and brought Mother home. Saturday, June 12, 1869. �The weather keeps very cool for the season with frequent showers. John Newhouse called at our place on his way home from Missouri, he was well pleased with the country and is going to live there as soon he can get away. Sunday 13 This is a wet day,d warm rain from the south, it has cleared off at noon. Mr. P. Holtby preached this afternoon in Zion and took tea at our place. This is the third Sunday that I have spent entirely at home this year. Monday 14 Spent the day in reading. Am not yet able to work. Father was plowing sod in my place. Went down to Mr. Robert Smith's after the turnip drill he is still using it. John and Susy Learmont came over and spent the evening. Tuesday, June 15, 1869. The weather is very cold for the season and it is dull and cloudy. Mrs. Mathew Pearon and her son Henry Isaac were over at our place for dinner. Spent the evening at home. Wednesday 16 Was busy all day plowing the ground in drills for turnips, sowed about 2 acres. Mr. Hindle was here with a letter from Aunt Anne she likes Missouri very well Thursday, 17 Was very sorry to hear of the death of Herman Ferguson my cousin, he died last night by falling off a fence and the sharp stick pierced his left lung Was helping John. Learmont build fence Friday, June 18, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning and Dr. Putallo lanced the abscess on my neck; it was a very painful operation. Herman was buried today in the new cemetry in Brampton. Rev. W. McFadden preached text II Kings IV Chapt. 26th verse Saturday 19 �Commenced crossplowing the fallow. The weather is turning a good deal warmer. Sold our wool to K. Chisholm & Co for 38 cents per lb. there was 170 lbs. Emma Armstrong and Hattie Modeland were up on a visit. Sunday 20 There was a heavy shower of rain early this morning. Went to S. School our Supt. absent Lesson-1 Sam. XXVI. Took dinner at J.C.Snell's. Was at Sion this afternoon, Rev. Mr. Russell preached text-II Cor. XII chap 9th verses. Spent the evening at J.C.S. Monday, June 21, 1869. Was at the same work as on Saturday. The weather is very favorable for the crops, the fall wheat has been out in head a week and the clover is nearly in full bloom. Spent the evening at home reading the May 16 of Ladie's Repository Tuesday 22 Was plowing this forenoon. Went up to Edmonton and got the horses shod, father, mother and Lizzie Burnett went up to Zion for to clean the church and put it in order, Sarah and Lizzie Snell were there helping. Wednesday 23 There was a very heavy thunder shower yesterday afternoon. Was plowing all day in summer fallow. Spent the evening at home in reading the "Christian Guardian" Thursday, June 24, 1869. Spent the day in fishing at the 'lake', did not catch any at the lake but caught 30 in the Etobicoke. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. R. Smith's social, proceeds $45 for the Best S. School, Bonsan, Mrs. J.C. S. and Sarah Snell spent the afternoon at our place. Friday 25 Was plowing all day. Father was up at the lake this afternoon and caught 8 sun fish. The weather is still cool, the turnips are just coming up and also the field potatoes there is some in the garden over a foot high Saturday 26 �Was at the same work as yesterday. There was a man from Port Hope called at our place and offered us $7000 for our farm but we did not take it. Spent the evening at home reading the newspapers. Sunday, June 27, 1869. Very wet morning rain from the south. Went to S. School there was only about 20 present Supt. abs. Lesson-Matt.XXI-33-46. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon and singing. There was a heavy shower this evening. Monday 28 Was building the line fence between us and J. Learmont. Spent the evening very pleasantly at Mr. R. Smiths party, we had strawberries and cream for a dessert, there was about 25 present. I got home at 1.30 o'clock A.M. Tuesday 29 Finished the job we were at yesterday. There was some rain again today and it was very warm. The barley is just coming out in head. Father went to Brampton today and bought a grindstone for 90 cts., weight 61. Wednesday, June 30, 1869 The weather this month has been very cool and wet, so cold that it has kept the crops back. but they are growing very fast now and look well. Finished crossplowing the fallow. Went to Brampton this evening and mailed a letter to Aunt Catherine. Thursday, July 1 It has been a very pleasant day. I spent it at Mr. Snell's lake fishing and caught only two. There were a good many there and among them was Sarah Snell. I was sorry afterwards that I did not talk more to her but it is my old failing-bashfulness. Friday 2 Was engaged in horse-hoeing the carrotts and potatoes they look well and are growing very fast. Was hauling manure on the summer fallow that was plowed this summer. Joshua Modeland was married yesterday. �Saturday, July 3, 1869. Was a very warm day. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought a light lustre coat for $ . also a White leghorn hat for $1.25, we also bought a scythe and some rakes. I found quite a lot of wild strawberries beside our line fence. Sunday 4 Drove up to S. School this morning there were six in the buggy. Mr. Millard was present Lesson-1 Sam. XXX chap. Went to Zion in the afternoon and Rev. W. L. McFadden preached text-Acts XXIV- 25th. Was at Brampton W. M. Church tonight, Mr. McF. preached same text Monday 5 Commenced cutting clover this afternoon it is pretty green yet but the season is growing late. Mrs. John Snell and Mrs. J.C.S. spent the afternoon at our place. Spent the evening at home in reading. Tuesday, July 6, 1869. Was engaged this forenoon in hilling up the potatoes with the plow. Was cutting hay at Erastus Bunting's this afternoon with our mower. Old Mrs. Trueman came up this evening on a visit. Wednesday 7 It is very good hay weather now. Mother and Mrs. Trueman went up to J.C. Snell's today. Hauled in 2 loads of hay this afternoon the first we have taken in this year. Miss Elizabeth Heath spent the afternoon at our place. Thursday 8 It has rained nearly all night and a heavy shower this morning. Father took Mrs. Trueman home and bought a horse hay fork. Was cutting thistles with the scythe in the pastures. John Learmont was married today. {written above July 9th } John Learmont was married to Miss Elizabeth Armstrong yesterday Friday, July 9, 1869. {after a few lines of bleed through from previous page} We have a good many strawberries and are a good size. �Saturday 10 {after a few lines of bleed through from previous page} it did not work very well at first but it will improve with practice Sunday 11 There was a very heavy thunder storm with wind early this morning Went to S. School Mr. Millard was present and we had an excellent lesson 1 Sam. XXXI. Was at Zion No preaching. Jane spent today at our place I drove her home this evening. Monday, July 12, 1869. Was a very warm day. Was harrowing the summer fallow this forenoon. We finished cutting 10 acres of clover. Father was cutting clover for John Learmont. he was helping us to haul in hay. hauled 5 loads worked until dark. Thursday 13 Was up at 4 o'clock this morning and started to haul in hay. Bought a fanning mill for $23 from Levi Cossit, Guelph. Was horse raking hay this afternoon and worked until dark cocking it up. Wednesday 14 James Bunting who is working for his uncle was helping us to draw in hay, the hay fork saves a good deal of hard work but not much time. Father finished cutting Erastus Buntings grass today. There was a light shower this P.M. Thursday, July 15, 1869. Was cutting hay on the other place this forenoon. Finished hauling in ten acres of clover and had 26 loads. It has been a very warm day. Spent the evening at Erastus Bunting's in jumping with the boys. Friday 16 There was another heavy thunder storm during the night and the grain is quite flat. Was cutting grass for John Learmont with the mower and I took dinner there for the first time had a feed of cherries which are now just getting ripe. Saturday 17 �Was horse hoeing turnips this forenoon. Was cocking up hay on the other place, it is a very good crop mostly timothy. Hauled in 2 loads, the horse fork works a great deal better in the timothy than in the clover. Sunday, July 18, 1869. Drove up to S.School this morning Supt. absent. (Mr. Brooks preached school) lesson-Psalm XL. Heard Mr. Russel preach at Zion this afternoon, his sermons are quite short-text. Pray for the peace of Jerusalem. J.C.S. and wife spent the day at our place. I drove them home this evening. Monday 19 We had new potatoes yesterday, they are as large as turkey eggs. James Sewell was helping us to haul in hay this afternoon from the other place. Mis Learmont spent the evening at our place and bade us goodbye. as she is going up home. Tuesday 20 Was a very wet day with a good deal of thunder. Was thinning out turnips. Went up to John Snell's this evening to repair their Melodeon but did not get it finished. Drove my Mother home from J.C.S. it is a beautiful moonlight night. Wednesday, July 21, 1869. Went up early this morning to John Snell's and finished repairing their melodeon. I had a long chat with Sarah Snell she does not seem to have much taste for playing although she seems a very nice girl other ways. Spent the evening at home. Thursday 22 Kezia Moreland came spent the day at our place. Was plowing the summer fallow it is in good order considering that it was plowed the first time only about 6 weeks ago. We were hauling in hay and broke one of the prongs of the horse fork Friday 23 Started hauling hay very early this morning as it looked like rain. John Learmont was helping us with his team, finished haying today having about 48 loads of 18 acres and spent nearly 3 weeks over it on account of the wet weather. �Saturday, July 24, 1869. The weather is very dull and quite cool. Was plowing at the same field as the other day it is almost too wet to plow there has been so much rain. Mr. Cummerson was cutting fall wheat which is the first in the neighbourhood. Sunday 25 Aunt Mary & Lizzie Bennett started away early this morning to Henry Modelands on a visit. Went to S School the Supt. present, had a very instructive lesson-Matt.XXII, 1-18 verse. Lavina and I went up to J.C.S' and staid all night. It has been a very warm day. Monday 26 Was cross plowing all day and plowed an acre and a half. It is has been a pretty warm day. We received a present of cherries from Mr. A. Bunting he has a great quantity of them. Spent the evening reading the {Ford Families?} Thursday, July 27, 1869. Was at the same work as yesterday. There was a heavy thunder storm today at noon. I spend most of my noon spels in practising on the melodeon it takes a great deal of practice to make a good player. Wednesday 28 It rained all forenoon from the west. We are engaged in putting up hooks through the barn roof for the horse fork pulleys. Finished cross plowing Father and Mother spent the evening up at J.C. Snell's. Thursday 29 Commenced marking out the summer fallow into ridges 22 ft. wide. James Mason spent the day at our place he came from Missouri this week, he has changed very little in his looks he is hired at Mr. Hindle's @ $2 per month for harvest. Friday, July 30, 1869. �Commenced cutting our fall wheat this afternoon it is a good crop and I think will yield well, it is Diehl wheat very plump in the grain it shells out a good deal in harvesting. It was pretty warm today but almost cold enough at night for frost.. Saturday 31 Was cutting wheat all day with the reaper and finished tonight we had 11 acres. James Mason was binding for us today and our two neighbours so that it was bound as fast as it was cut. There has been a great deal of rain this month with thunder and has also been very cold for the season. Sunday, August 1 Went to S. School this morning the supt. present-Lesson II Sam. VII chap. Was at Zion this afternoon Rev. W.L. McFadden preached Acts-II Chap.-37th verse. I went over from meeting and took tea at J.C.S. and spent the evening there. It has been a warm day. Monday, August 2, 1869. Spent most of the day berry picking in Mr. Dyer's bush, E. Burnett, S. Bunting, Lavina and myself and a good many from No. 10, we picked about 16 lbs. There was a very heavy rain this evening. Uncle William Ferguson & wife were also picking berries. Tuesday 3 The three of us were down at E. Buntings, with the reaper and 6 acres of fall wheat it is not so good a crop as ours. Spent the evening in cutting roads around our barley field with the cradle. Wednesday 4 Another wet day, showers from the west with thunder. We 'docked' our lambs and took them away from the ewes and put them in a field by themselves, there 14 rams and 8 ewes. Planted out a bed of strawberries. Thursday, August 5, 1869. Went to Brampton this morning and sold the iron belonging to the old threshing machine for $ Commenced cutting barley with the reaper cut about 5 acres. it is a very heavy crop and is knocked down a good deal with the rain. Friday 6 �John Learmont and his hired boy and team were helping us to haul in our wheat there was 18 loads on the 11 acres and there seems a good deal of wheat in it as it handles very heavy. The weather has been quite cool over the last 2 days the wind in the North. Saturday 7 Was horse raking wheat stubble commenced at 5 o'clock this morning and finished it at 9 oclock. Was reaping barley this afternoon and hauled in the wheat rakings, worked until dark mowing barley. The sun was eclipsed about 5 o'clock this evening it was half obscured and it was as dark as after sun set. Sunday, August 8, 1869. Father, Mother and I drove over to Harrison's to Quarterly Meeting. Mr. McFadden preach text 43 Psalm, 3,4 and 5th verses the church was crowded. Walked up to the Baptist Church, Edmonton. Rev. Mr. Lawrance preached a very good sermon text Acts XI 23 verse, I saw Jabez Heath for the first time since his return from Great Britain Monday 9 The three of us were over cutting J. Learmonts barley with our reaper this forenoon, he bound it all, Was hauling in our barley this afternoon, it is all loose and we unload it with the horse fork which works very well with it. Tuesday 10 The weather continues very fine and quite warm. Was over to see Mr. Tuckers self raker working it does its work well and saves a good deal of hard work. Was hauling barley with 3 teams this afternoon hauled 18 loads, worked until dark. Wednesday, August 11, 1869. There was a light shower early this morning. Was hauling in loose barley this afternoon. Went to Van Amburg's Menagerie this evening in Brampton there was a big crowd at it and all seemed well pleased with the show. there was nearly 500 animals, birds, etc-tickets 50 cents. Thursday 12 �Was reaping barley this afternoon J. Learmont and J. Bunting were helping us in binding the barley this is all we intended to bind. Was hauling in barley this afternoon hauled six loads, spent the evening at home. Friday 18 There was a very heavy thunder storm last night. Was reaping barley for Erastus Bunting this afternoon, I was pulling off the sheaves from the reaper which I have done all harvest, there was some huge thistles, nearly an inch in diameter at the lower end of stalk. Saturday, August 14, 1869. We had Samuel Bunting Sen. helping us to cut barley 2 of us were mowing it with the scythe it is so badly laid that the reaper won't cut it. We hauled in 7 loads of barley this afternoon it commenced raining about dark from the east Sunday 15 It rained a good deal last night. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. abs. on account of the sickness of his wife there was only a small school Lesson II Sam. 15 chap. Mr. Russel preached at Zion a 2 1/2 P.M. text Spent the evening at J.C.S and staid all night. Monday 16 Finished marking out the ridges in the summer fallow Was mowing barley with the scythe and horse- raking and cocking it up. Was preparing 20 bush. of Treadwell wheat for market it is the last of old wheat. Tuesday, August 17, 1869. Mr. Thomas Simpson was threshing for us today with his new machine (Berwick) it does very good work. threshed all the fall wheat and 1/3 of the barley the fall wheat is an excellent sample and the barley fair. Wednesday 18 Was reaping J. Learmonts oats they are a great crop of straw and are the tallest I ever saw being higher than a man's head it was very heavy work pulling off the sheaves. We hauled in 19 loads of barley today �Thursday 19 Our 2 year old colt 'Pollie' happened a bad accident by getting her foot cut and it bled a great deal. We had a great deal of thunder this afternoon with some rain. Commenced cutting our oats, are well filled and a good crop Friday, August 20, 1869. Yesterday and to day I think have been the warmest days this season Finished cutting the field of oats nearly 4 acres. We hauled in the last of our barley having over 55 loads Took a load of new wheat to Brampton, 51 bush @ $1.03. Saturday 21 It rained all forenoon from the east. Was putting up the pulley for the horse fork in the new barn for to unload peas. Was ridging up the fallow this afternoon. The land is in good order and nearly clear of weeds. Sunday 22 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-lesson Matt.XXIV 1 to 28. There was a large attendance. The local preacher disappointed us at Zion. Went to the Baptist chapel at Edmonton. Mr. Lawrance preached test Romans I 18. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Samuel Sewells. Monday August 23, 1869. It has been a very warm day. Finished cutting oats at noon they are a very heavy crop. Was reaping oats all afternoon for Mr. Erastus Bunting, his oats are not quite so heavy as ours. Spent the evening at home, it is beautiful moonlight. Tuesday 24 Finished cutting E. Bunting's oats this forenoon. Was binding oats at home all afternoon. which is nearly all the binding I have done this harvest. S. Bunting Sen. is half drunk most of the time and is not much good. Wednesday 25 �Has been a warm day. Was ridging up, all day plowed 1 2/3 acres. Erastus Bunting was threshing. Our 2 men went with the team Was reading the new 5th Book(School book)published by J. Campbell, Toronto. it contains a great amount of interesting reading. Friday, August 20, 1869. Yesterday and today I think have been the warmest days this season. I finished cutting the field of oats nearly 4 acres. Hauled in the last of our barley having over 55 loads. I took a load of new wheat to Brampton, 51 bush @ $1.03. Saturday 21 It rained all forenoon from the east. Was putting up the pulley for the horse fork in the new barn for to unload peas. Was ridging up the fallow this afternoon, the land is in good order and nearly clear of weeds. Sunday 22 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson Matt. XXIV 1 to 28. There was a large attendance. The local preacher disappointed us at Zion. Went to the Baptist chapel Edmonton. Mr. Lawrance preached text Romans 1 18th. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. Samuel Sewells. Monday, August 23, 1869. It has been a very warm day. Finished cutting oats at noon they are a very heavy crop. Was reaping oats all afternoon for Mr. Erastus Bunting, his oats are not quite so heavy as ours. Spent the evening at home, it is beautiful moonlight. Tuesday 24 Finished cutting E. Bunting's oats this forenoon. Was binding oats at home all afternoon, which is nearly all the binding I have done this harvest. S. Bunting Sen. is half drunk most of the time and is not much good. Wednesday 25 Has been a warm day. Was ridging up, all day plowed 1 2/3 acres. Erastus Bunting was threshing our 2 men went with the team Was reading the new 5th Book (school book) published by J. Campbell, Toronto. It contains a great amount of interesting reading. �Thursday, August 26, 1869. We cut our Alsike clover 13 acres with the mower with a platform attached and raked it off in bunches, it is too ripe and shells out a good deal. J. C. Snell & wife spent the evening at our place they intend having a big sale of stock on the 30th of Sept. Friday 27 Was ridging this forenoon with two teams. Arichibald Bunting and the other 2 commenced pulling our peas, they pull very easy this year the ground is so loose. Hauled in the Alsike this afternoon there were 5 big loads. Saturday 28 A heavy thunderstorm early this morning. Was cutting J. Learmonts spring wheat with the reaper this afternoon he had men enough to keep up to the reaper in binding. Spent the evening preparing for Sunday. Sunday, August 29, 1869. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. absent the lesson II Sam. XXII chap. I took dinner at J.C. Snell's. George Graham preached at Zion this afternoon text-CXLIV Psalm verse. Spent the evening at home playing the melodeon. Monday 30 Finished cutting J. Learmont's wheat this morning. Commenced hauling in our oats this afternoon, we got in 6 loads, they are hardly dry enough yet. Spent the evening at home reading the new 5th book(school book) Tuesday 31 We have had some of the warmest days this month of the summer there has been a good deal of rain and the harvest is later than for some years. We are half done ridging up and have half of our oats and all of our peas out yet. Wednesday, September 1, 1869. �There was a white frost last night, it is quite cold today Was threshing at John Simpson with team and 2 hands their grain did not yield very well. Archd Bunting finished pulling our peas today which job I have missed doing this year. Thursday 2 Was hauling oats all day & finished to night. J.C. Snell and wife took dinner at our place today, he took the names of our thorough bred Durham cattle and is going to put them up at their sale on the 30th. Friday 3 Was hauling peas all day have in 12 loads, and unload with the horse fork, I met with an accident by the rope getting around my hand and drawing it bruised my fingers badly. Saturday, September 4, 1879. Commenced sowing the fall wheat today and sowed ten acres, which is all we have planted yet, the ground is in very good order. Nearly all the plums and pears in the garden are ripe, the trees are well loaded. Sunday 5 Went to S. School this morning Supt. absent-Lesson-Matt XXV J.C.S. and wife came down to dinner (green corn). Mr. Walker preached at Zion test-Genisis XXII 2nd. Kezia Snell took tea with us, went to Bap. Church Ed.n text Mark I 15th. Monday 6 George Adams & his son Joseph was helping us to haul in peas, I was ridging up with the other team, they hauled 10 loads. I plowed 2 acres today in 9 hours. Mrs. J.C.S. spent the day at our place J.C. being in Toronto. A very warm day Tuesday, September 7, 1869. Was plowing until 10 o'clock when it commenced to rain and has been raining all day from the N.E. Spent the evening at home reading. Mr. & Mrs. A. McFaul of Caledon came home last week from Ireland where they have spent the summer. Sarah Snell is now in Caledon at their place to spend a week. �Wednesday 8 It rained all last night and the greater part of today. Went to Brampton this forenoon and visited J.E. Woods Barbershop. Spent the evening and all night at J.C. Snell's, he is now very busy preparing for the Provincial Fair. Thursday 9 Very dull and cloudy but cleared off this evening. Reaped 7 acres of spring wheat for E. Bunting. It was a light crop for the season Spent the evening at home reading the Christian Guardian and social chat. Friday, September 10, 1869. Was plowing and sowing wheat the ground is quite wet after the heavy rain. The wife of the Rev. William Millard died on last Wednesday with the consumption she has been sick many years, was buried to day in Township of Etobicoke. Saturday 11 Finished the fall seeding today have sowed about 15 acres Received a catalogue of Mr. Snell's sale with a portrait of "Duke of Bourbon" on it, and full pedigrees of the stock for sale. Spent the evening reading the Globe. Sunday 12 A warm day. Went to S. School our Supt. absent, lesson II Sam. XXIII Chap. Was at Zion this afternoon Rev. D.G. Sutherland preached text-Hebrews XI, he has just returned from Europe where he spent the summer. Monday, September 13, 1869 Was hauling in peas all day, took in 8 loads. J.C. Snell called at our place this evening and asked me to help them during the Exhibition with their stock which I intend doing. This was a warm day for the season. Tuesday 14 �Finished harvest today by finishing hauling in the peas there was 40 loads off 7 acres threshed 22 bush with the horses and stacked the straw out. Spent the evening at home Aunt Mary Peacock went to Toronto. Wednesday 15 Went to the Gore Mills today with a grist and peas to be chopped. Harvested our beans. Was up at J.C. Snell's this evening they are not quite through harvest but will be to morrow. Thursday, September 16, 1869. Was hauling manure on stubble ground to enrich it for turnips, hauled 18 loads with one team. Father was threshing at Gummerson's. The fall wheat is up nice and green. Friday 17 There was a very heavy thunder storm las night. It rained a great deal Went to Brampton this afternoon and started about 4 oclock for London on a freight train, arrived in St. Mary's at 11 PM. Saturday 18 Spent the rest of the night trying to sleep but could not on account of the cold. We had breakfast here and arrived in London 9 A.M. where we unshipped the stock and drove them to the fair ground. We board in a private house. Sunday, September 19, 1869. Was very tired last night. Went to W.M. Church and heard Rev. Mr. Cookman text John I 29th It is a very warm day Heard Rev. Mr. Hunter preach this evening, text- Hebrews Monday 20 Was busy all forenoon washing the cattle in large pond called Lake Horn which is in the grounds. Was picking the sheep and fixing them up There is every prospect of a good show. Tuesday 21 Commenced showing the sheep this afternoon. We have a very nice boarding place at Mr. Christie's and the time passes pleasantly. Spent the evening walking through the streets. Wednesday, September 22, 1869. �Finished showing the sheep this afternoon we received 6 prizes on sheep and 10 prizes on cattle 5 first prizes, the Prince of Wales' prize for the best herd of Durham cattle. Thursday 23 I saw Prince Arthur on the ground yesterday he is rather a fine looking young man (age19). My father came up to the show to day, there is not many up from our part. There is a good show of articles in the Palace. Friday 24 The fair broke up to day at 2 o'clock and to night nearly all the stock has left for home. There are a great many machines and implements showed. They had fireworks in the city on Wednesday evening in honor of the Prince. Saturday, September 25, 1869. Was up early this morning and had breakfast about daylight drove all Mr. Snell's stock down to the station, we got them shipped and started at 2 PM J.C.S. and I came on the express train. I got home at 12 o'clock it rained nearly all day. Sunday 26 Spent forenoon at J.C.Snells. Heard Rev. McFadden preach at Zion text Hebrews XI 16th. Spent the evening pleasantly at J.C.S. in company with Miss Sarah Snell and Kezia and escorted them home in the buggy. Monday 27 Was hauling manure on the stubble ground it is quite soft after the heavy rains. Father arrived home this evening from visiting his friends in St. Thomas they are are all prospering and intend to visit us next fall. Tuesday, September 28, 1869. Finished hauling out the manure and the barn yard is clean once more. Drove our two Durham cattle (cow&calf and bull) up to Mr. Snell's for to be put up at the sale tomorrow. J.G. Snell came home from Kentucky last night. Wednesday 29 �Staid all night at J.C. Snell's. Was the clerk at the sale today, there was quite a number of people present and the stock sold well, they realized over $3000, we did not sell ours but bought a heifer calf for $95. Spent the evening with the girls and staid there all night for the first time in my life. Thursday 30 Was up before daylight this morning and home before our folks were up. Took a load of barley to Brampton this forenoon and got 72 cents per bush, 58 bush, sold 65 bush last week at 71 cents. Washed our ram (10) lambs with warm water and soap. Friday, October 1, 1869. Mr. Thos. Simpson threshed for us today, barley and oats, it has been a fine day but a head wind which made it very dusty. Uncle Adam arrived here yesterday morning from Missouri he looks rather thin but is healthy his son Albert is along Saturday 2 Finished threshing today, the grain turned out well. Mrs. J.C.Snell and Sarah Snell called here after dark and seen Uncle Adam and Albert he brought hickory and walnuts sweet corn and papas {pawpaws} a kind of fruit. Sunday 3 Went to S. School this morning our supt. absent he is not well, his wife died 3 weeks ago,-Lesson II Sam. XIX chap. Mr. J.G. Watson preached at Zion at 21/2 P.M. text John XII 32nd verse. Took dinner at J.C.Snells. Spent the evening at home. Monday, October 4, 1869. Went up to Mr. John Snell's this morning and brought home the heifer calf we bought for $95. Commenced cutting the clover for seed it is a good crop and the seed well filled. Spent the evening at home preparing apples for drying. Tuesday 5 Finished cutting our clover we have 10 acres. Was cutting clover for Erastus Bunting's. The weather is quite cold with frost at night. Uncle Adam came here this evening from Amaranth the folks are pretty well. �Wednesday 6 Went to Brampton Show this forenoon and some plums & potatoes to show but obtained no prize, there is a good show especially among the vegetables. Was cutting clover this afternoon at Mr. E. Buntings. Thursday, October 7, 1869. Went to Brampton Fair early this morning with 7 ram lambs and sold 6 for $10 each There was a great crowd more so than any previous fair. It was late this evening when we got home and had the chores to do after Friday 8 Was digging potatoes this forenoon nearly half rotten. Was hauling in clover this afternoon hauled 6 loads, there seems to be a good deal of seed in it. Uncle Adam was away with our horse collecting notes. J. Learmont spent the evening at our place. Saturday 9 Was at the same work as yesterday hauled in 8 loads. J.C.S. bought a Berkshire sow from us for $5 (3months old) The weather has been fine there was some rain this evening Sunday, October 10, 1869. Was at S. School, very few present. Supt absent-Lesson John XIV chap. Went to the Dedication of new church on 3rd line east at 2 P.M. Mr. Gooderham preached text II Corth. took tea at Henry Modelands, Rev. S. Rose of Toronto preached this evening text John VI 53 to 56 Monday 11 Went to Edmonton fair this morning with six ram lambs and a Durham heifer calf received 1st and 2nd prize on the lambs and 2nd prize on heifer, it is a cold wet day and not many people present the girls were rather scarce but select Tueday 12 Commenced fall plowing today for the first, it is getting late. Spent the evening hearing a temperance lecture from a blind man, delivered in Zion not many people out. Head a nice chat with Sarah Snell �Monday, October 13, 1869. Was plowing all day with two teams. It has been a cold day and hard frost at night. Was at Brampton this evening at Mrs. Truemans's. Uncle Adam is here tonight and is nearly through collecting his notes. Thursday 14 Was up early this morning and started for Caledon Fair @ 7.30 A.M. with a span of horses to the buggy, Father, Mother, Uncle Adam and myself was a wet and disagreeable day, got home at 8 P.M. They have a good show took dinner and tea at John Newhouse Friday 15 Went to E. Bunting's to thresh this morning and the machine broke so we all went home. Was plowing pea stubble land. Spent the evening paring apples for drying and playing the melodeon. Saturday, October 16, 1869. Was threshing all day at E. Buntings spring wheat and oats which turn out very well. Threshing is the most disagreeable work about a farm. Spent the evening helping Uncle Adam arrange his business and count money. Sunday 17 Was at S. School a good number present. Supt. absent-Lesson- Psalm CIII. Mr. Holtby preached at Zion text Isaiah XL-31st verse. Took dinner at J.C.S. he and wife Uncle William and Adam spent the evening at our place. Monday 18 Was threshing at E. Bunting's this forenoon and at John Learmonts this afternoon. It has been a very cold day and some snow showers. Went to "Ebenezer" to night to practice singing for the convention there was only a few present Tuesday, October 19, 1869. Cleaned up a load of barley this morning and took it to Brampton, 41 bush @ 65cts. Finished hauling in the second crop of clover, had 16 loads off 10 acres. There was snow squalls today. Spent the evening at home. �Wednesday 20 Finished mowing E. Bunting's clover. It is a very cold day. Spent the afternoon at the Township S.S. Convention held in Ebenezer only a small attendance, there was a larger number at the evening meeting, we had several speakers and music. Thursday 21 James Mason and wife took tea at our place last night. Uncle Adam started for Missouri early this morning, he took $3390 with him this is the fourth trip he has made thither. Was plowing all day. Spent the evening at home. Friday, October 22, 1869. Finished plowing 10 acres of pea land, we have sold the 10 ram lambs for $89 and could sell more there is such a demand. Spent the evening at Mr. John Hindle's and stayed all night at J.C. Snell. Rev. A McFall also stayed all night Saturday 23 A cold S.E. rain has lasted nearly all day. James Mason and I spent the day in Toronto changing his Canada money into American and bought his tickets for St. Jo. Missouri. We missed the train in the evening and did not get till 3 o'clock Sunday morning Sunday 24 Was at S. School this morning our Supt. present. Lesson, Psalm XCI. Rev. W.L. McFadden preach at Zion at 21/2 P.M. text Psalm LCXXVI 6th verse. I took tea and spent the evening at Mr. Samuel Snell's. A very cold day and a snow storm. Monday, October 25, 1869. It froze nearly hard enough last night to stop the plow. Was plowing all day in the fall wheat stubble land, done 11/2 acres. Very cold day for the season. Spent the evening at home in reading the Globe. Tuesday 26 About 2 inches of snow fell this morning. Went to the Gore Mills with 22 bush of peas and oats for chopping. It is a very cold night. Are 2 parties in the neighbourhood tonight and was not invited. �Wednesday 27 Was hauling manure all day out of the yard and on the stubble. The weather is some milder to day. Mother spent the day at J.C.S. and I drove up for her and spent the evening there in reading and chat. Thursday, October 28, 1869. Was plowing all day till 3 o'clock when I took Aunt Mary Peacock's trunk over to Mr. H. Modelands who will take it to Toronto early to morrow morning. Friday 29 Was plowing this forenoon Commenced harvesting carrots this afternoon, they are a good crop and have grown large. It has been a cold day with some snow showers. Saturday 30 Finished taking up carrots. Went to Brampton this after noon and bought a new felt hat for $2.25 and a black silk cravat for 30 cents. Spent the evening in reading the newspapers. Sunday, October 31, 1869. Went to S.School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov.1 1-19, he read an address given by Mr. Reynolds at the Provincial S.S. Convention. The local preacher at Zion dissappointed only 7 pres. Spent the evening at home. Monday, November 1 The weather this month has been very cold and a great many roots and apples are destroyed by frost. The weather is quite warm to day. Commenced the turnip harvest. Was at Teachers Meeting to night in Ebenezer to arrange for a tea party. Tuesday 2 Was hauling in turnips with two teams and five hands got in 24 loads to day and 7 yesterday, the turnips are a good size and yield well. Spent the evening at home. Indian summer has commenced. Wednesday, November 3, 1869. �Finished the turnip harvest today. we have about 1200 bush or 40 waggon loads. It has been a warm and pleasant day. Uncle William and wife will spend to morrow at our place. Got a letter from Uncle John in St. Jo Thursday 4 Finished hauling in the carrots. Spent the afternoon at Mr. Wm. North's Auction Sale of Farm, stock and Implements, the stock brought high prices. Mr. J. W. Main took tea at our place this evening. Has been a fine day. Friday 5 Was plowing stubble ground. A great change in the weather last night, a cold high west wind with some rain, which continued all day and is a cold night. Spent the evening at home reading Saturday, November 6, 1869. Was plowing all day today with one team. Father and Mother were at Brampton all day, he sold Uncle John T's. house for $425 to Mr. Jerry Harris. Received a pair of winter boots from J. Coyne @ 4.25 Sunday 7 Went to S. School this morning, our Supt. absent-lesson John XIII 18 to 38. Took dinner at J.C.S's. D.G. Sutherland preached in Zion at 21/2 PM text-II Corinth. Spent the evening which is very cold at home. Monday 8 A cold day with snow squalls. Was shovelling the cross furrows in the plowed land it was hard work on account of the frost. Spent the evening at Mr. John Woodhall's at No.18 Tuesday, November 9, 1869. Willie Learmont commenced work at our place to day for a year @ $7 per month. Hauled 14 loads of gravel from the creek to put on the paths around the house and barn. Spent the evening at home reading "Pilgrims Progress" Wednesday, 10 �The weather continues cold and cloudy the ground staying frozen all day. Hauled 10 loads of gravel today and put it on the lane from the house to the road. Father and Mother spent the evening at J.C. Snell's Thursday 11 Went to Brampton this forenoon and sat for my photograph at M. H. Craigs Gallery of Art. Mrs. J. C. Snell spent the day at our place. J.C.S. called here this evening. A very cold day for the season. Friday, November 12, 1869. Was engaged in hauling stones from the other place for building purposes next summer and burning old rails left from the line fence. A great many are behind with the turnip harvest and cannot work at them for the frost. Saturday 13 Finished building the line fence on the other place between us and J. Learmonts. Father went to Brampton this afternoon to the meeting of the Quarterly Board of the circuit. Spent the evening reading newspapers. Sunday 14 Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov. IV chap. Spent the afternoon at Mr. Samuel Snell's pleasantly with some young folks. Heard Mr. Torrance preach at Edmonton text 1 Sam. XVI 7th. Monday, November 15, 1869. Sold 5 Berkshires, 4 mos. old @ $8 to John Snell, he sent them to and started for Kentucky today. Was building the line fence between us and J. Simpson. Spent the evening at J.C. Snells pleasantly in social chat. Tuesday 16 Cut down a large elm on the Simpson line this forenoon and commenced splitting it into rails. Was at E. Buntings and sold him 2 tickets for our S.S. Anniversary. The evening set in with a cold east snow storm. Wednesday 17 �Went to Brampton this forenoon and received $1.10 worth of photos from Mr. Craig, they are the best I have had taken. Stabled all our stock today and commenced winter feeding. It has rained all day from the East. Thursday, November 18, 1869. Was splitting elm rails and chopping cord wood and building fence. The teachers and scholars of our S.S. met for practice to night in Ebenezer, it is a nice moonlight night and there were 3 sleigh loads present Friday 19 It has been snowing all day from the East and there is quite good sleighing. Was hauling stakes on the sleigh to the line fence. Was in Brampton this evening and visited J.E. Woods Barbershop. spent the evening reading the "Peel Banner" Saturday 20 Snowing most of the day. there is tolerable good sleighing. Spent the evening at the singing practice, there was a good turn out. I invited Miss S.H. Snell to wait with me at the party and she consented to my great pleasure. Sunday, November 21, 1869. Went to S. School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-John XIV-a large attendance. Heard Rev. W. McFadden preach in Zion text-Mathew XXI, 23rd. Went to Samuel Westervelt's baptism at 4 o'clock. he turned from the P.Methodists to Hard shell Baptist. Monday 22 Commenced a heavy snow storm from the E at noon and lasted till after dark. Spent the afternoon in preparing the Church for the party. Took tea at J.C.S. had a nice sleigh ride to the church with the girls. Gave one of my pictures to Sarah Snell and another to Nellie. Tuesday 23 There is a foot of snow on the ground this morning. Went to the party this afternoon, an average attendance. Mr. Millard received a present of $100 from his friends, it was a surprise to him. I got along nicely with my partner S.S. �Wednesday, November 24, 1869. Very hard frost last night. Clear and cold to day. Spent the forenoon in cleaning out the church it is quite a heavy job. Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's, Miss S. Snell was there. I had the pleasure of escorting her home. Thursday 25 Commenced splitting rails in the other place' bush. Father and Mother came home today from Oakville (they went on Monday) were visiting Uncle Taylor, he is doing well in his business. Received a copy of Frank Leslie's Illustrated from Carthage. Friday 26 Received a letter from Uncle John (St.Jo). Was at the same work as yesterday. It has thawed a good deal to day. Spent the evening at John Woodhall's in social chat, and in 'Nature's balmy sweet restorer'. Saturday, November 27, 1869. Was chopping cordwood and splitting oak stakes this forenoon Went to Brampton this afternoon and 2 pair bought of working pants at $2.25 & tooth brush. Took tea at Uncle William Ferguson's. Got a turnip cutter from John Snell Sunday 28 Went to S.School this morning our Supt. present-Lesson-Prov. XII. J.C. Snell and wife took dinner at our place. Mr. Walker preached in Zion at 21/2 PM text-Psalm LXIII 3rd. Spent the evening at John Snell's with the young folks. Monday 29 Was chopping cord wood all day on the other place. The weather is quite mild and set in with rain this evening. Spent the evening playing the melodeon and reading the Canadian Almanac for 1870. Tuesday, November 30, 1869. This has been a real winter month there has been good sleighing for two weeks, a great many have turnips and potatoes and hay and grain unharvested. Spent evening reading newspapers and chitchat. �Wednesday, December 1 Was chopping and splitting rails all day. Father and Mother were over at Wm. Heath's Sale of Furniture and household goods, the articles sold for good prices. Spent the evening at home reading. John Learmont spent the evening with us. Thursday 2 Was splitting elm rails and chopping cordwood for home use this forenoon. Spent the afternoon in Campbell's blacksmith's shop at No.10 getting a horse shod. I saw an Illustrated Newspaper published in New Zealand. Friday, December 3, 1869. Spent the day-which was the coldest we have had this season at I.A. Modeland's Auction Sale of all his Stock and Implements, nearly all the articles sold brought high prices. There was a large attendance. Saturday 4 Was engaged in chopping cordwood. Father drove to Mr. Fraser's on the 6th Line west and bought a patent car for the horse fork it is a great improvement. It cost $9.00. Was at Brampton this evening and bought a "Canadian Illustrated News" Sunday 5 Was at S.S. this morning, a large attendance, our Supt. absent-Lesson John XV. Rev. D.G. Sutherland preached at Zion at 21/2P.M.-text-1 Kings XVIII 21st. Drove the sleigh to Edmonton this evening Mr. Lorrance preached text-Philipians II-12,13 verses. Monday, December 6, 1869. A very cold day. Was threshing peas with the flail. Spent the evening very profitably in listening to Philip Philips 'Sacred Songs', it was the best singing I ever heard. The concert was held in the Wesleyan Church, Brampton there were { } present. Tuesday 7 �Was engaged in chopping cordwood cut nearly 2 cords, split and piled it in 5 hours(the two of us). Spent the evening at J.C. Snell's reading the "Farmers Advocate". it is published in London, Ont. Miss K.F. Snell spent part of the evening there. Wednesday 8 Commenced chopping of cordwood in the lower bush today. Took a load of barley to Brampton this afternoon and got 50 cents per bush for 70 bush. Received a Daily paper from Uncle John in St. Joseph. Also a copy of Daily Telegram from Oakville. Thursday, December 9, 1869. Was busy all day chopping. Father went to Robert Gardeners Auction Sale of Farm Stock and Implements, and bought 4 breeding ewes @$32.50. Spent the evening in company with Miss E. Burnett at J. Learmonts. Friday 10 Was butchering hogs to day, we only had 3 to kill, they averaged 250 lbs. each. Spent the afternoon in Brampton, purchased 2 gal. of Coal Oil @ 40 cents per gal. Spent the evening at home reading newspapers. Saturday 11 There was a thick mist all day with some rain, it is quite warm and the snow is going fast. Spent the afternoon trying to repair the melodeon in Ebenezer, but failed as the bellows is completely worn out. Father and Mother staid all night at J.C.S.'s. Sunday, December 12, 1869. Was at S.S. this morning our Supt. Present (I received a present of the "New Standard Singer" from him)-Lesson Luke XIV 41st to the end of chap. We had a disappointment at Zion, the preacher did not come, there was short prayer meeting held. Monday 13 Was engaged in chopping cordwood this forenoon. Was sawing a hemlock tree with the cross cut saw into 2 foot lengths. Spent the evening pleasantly, it being the last night Miss E. Burnett stays with us her time is out tomorrow. �Tuesday 14 Was at the same work as yesterday and splitting hemlock rails they are hard to split. J.C. Snell took tea at our place this evening he starts for Montreal tomorrow to see Mr. Cochrane's stock. Spent the evening playing the melodeon. Wednesday, December 15, 1869. A rain storm from the East commenced today. Father went to the Gore Mills with 11 bags of peas and oats. Drove up for Mrs. J.C.S. this afternoon she is going to stay at our place till he comes back. Thursday 16 The rain storm lasted 24 hours. Was chopping cordwood this afternoon in the lower bush, the creek is quite high and the ice is all broken up. Spent the evening at home reading the "Christian Guardian". Friday 17 Father drove to Esquesing for a load of lumber. he got some pretty good quality at $3.50 per thousand. Spent the evening pleasantly at Mr. E. Bunting's there were some young folks present. arrived home at 11 o'clock. Saturday, December 18, 1869. Spent the day chopping cordwood. Received a letter from John Ferguson in St. Joseph he has bought 40 acres of land from Uncle Adam for $700. John Hunter came home on Thursday from Illinois, he intends spending the winter here. Sunday 19 Spent the forenoon in the S.School our Supt. abs. Lesson-Luke XIX, 41st to end. Rev. W. McFadden preach in Zion at 21/2 PM-text-Numbers XXIl. 9. I was at the Baptist Church this evening and heard Rev. Mr. Lorrance preach text-Galatians-XI- 17th verse. Monday 20 Was engaged in chopping beach and maple (dry trees) in the lower bush. Father went to the Municipal Nominations but the same Councillors were re-elected. Spent the evening at home. �Tuesday, December 21, 1869. Went to Brampton this afternoon and bought some presents for my sisters, and a pack of cards (Quintettea) for amusement in the home circle price 30 cents. Wednesday 22 An East storm all night of snow and rain, turned very cold and windy to night. Spent the afternoon in fanning up peas. Spent the evening at home playing Quintettea. Received a newspaper from J.C.S. in Montreal. Thursday 23 Spent the afternoon at our school examination by the Teacher Mr. Samuel Westervelt the scholars answered well and kept good order and sang well. Anderson Campbell came home from Illinois yesterday. Friday, December 24, 1869. Was hauling wood from the bush on the other place with the sleigh. J.C.Snell came home this evening from N.York state, where he bought some sheep. Drove him up to his father's this evening. Saturday 25 Spent the day at home and had very little enjoyment. Was skating about 2 hours in the afternoon. It has been a very nice mild day and pretty good sleighing. Mrs. Peacock came here this evening from Toronto Sunday 26 Was at S.S. this morning, a very small attendance. Supt. pres. he brought a new library for the school 16 volumes and a copy of the "British Workman" for each child. Spent the afternoon and Monday, December 27, 1869. It was foggy all day finished hauling the hardwood from the other place. Robert Nichols spent the evening at our place, he was collecting school tax, our tax was $12.75 Tuesday 28 �Received a letter from Joseph Pearson last night stating that Uncle Joshua Harrington was dead a month ago. Father and Mother spent the day at Springbook. Spent the evening writing a letter to Alex Campbell. Wednesday 29 Was fanning oats and storing them away in the driving house for use next summer. H.S. Dolson's clover mill came to our place this afternoon there are 3 men with it and 2 span of horses Thursday, December 30, 1869. Commenced threshing Alsike clover this morning, it turned out 6 bush. off 2 acres Spent the evening driving Aunt Mary over to the 3rd Line east in the cutter Lizzie Burnett was along, the cutter was upset but no one was hurt. Friday 31 Was threshing red clover today it does not turn out so well as the Alsike threshed 71/2 bush. today. The threshers drove home this evening. Went to Brampton and got the newspapers also a copy of the Daily Telegraph from Uncle Taylor in Oakville. Memoranda. Another has rolled away adding as it were one drop to great ocean of eternity which every one must live or die. It seems but a short time since it was welcomed in with 'a happy New Year' yet when you calculate the labour you have passed through spring time and harvest, summer and winter, meeting with and parting from friends joys and sorrows, hope and fears and many other things, it is a good while. The weather this year has been remarkable. During the whole month of January we had fine dry roads almost dusty and bright warm days, but the afterpart of Memoranda. the winter was cold and stormy and in March we had nearly 3 feet of snow on the level, it laid on the ground until the middle of April when it all disappeared, raising the river Etobicoke to an unusual height. Commenced seeding the last week in April. The summer was remarkably cool with a considerable quantity of rain. There was a very bountiful harvest, barley yielded in many instances 60 bush. per acre, oats 75 to 80, fall wheat 35 to 40 and peas 40 bush. per acre, the root crops were excellent, the potatoes suffered some from the rot, a great many apples were destroyed by the early frost this fall. �Memoranda The grain market has been rather dull, barley was sold from 371/2 cents to 75 per bush. wheat 80 cents oats 30 cents and peas .50(We have sold very little grain only about 1/2 of the barley.) 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