IN sending forth this account of my dear father's life and work, a few words by way of introduction appear to be necessary. Though the wish was often expressed by a few who valued his testimony and honour his memory, that such an account should be written, it was not until some time had elapsed that the suggestion was made to me that I should undertake the work. But feeling my incapacity for such an undertaking, besides having a large family to attend to, this appeared at first an impossibility. However, after giving the subject long and serious consideration, I was constrained to make the. Attempt, looking unto Him Who has said, Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.