approach nearer him in colour,- the natives; though I oblige him to treat them kindly, and talk English to them. He and I get up at the same hour in the morning,- that is, between 5 and 6; and whilst he cleans the rooms, which occupies him an hour, I go out and teach whatever natives are on the establishment, who are always early risers. My faithful Sambo has gone to bed an hour since; whilst I am writing; and as I do not wish to distrub his repose, to supply a fresh candle, as this is burnt to the socket; and the flickering light it now gives, will soon be extinguished. Such indeed, my dear cousin, will be your fate and mine. May we, however, as this candle has done, throw a light around us in whatever part of the world our destinies are fixed; and continue in well-doing till we arrive at the socket that terminates our transitory existence,- will be the continued prayer of Your affectionate cousin, (Signed) Don. McLean. To:- Duncan M. Iness Lochgilford.