After repeated complaints to the landlord, Janet was told she must quit her room. She did so, and strange to say, only one week after she left, the entire building fell to the ground. Would that we all had the quiet peace and calm contentment that characterized poor Janet who, tho' in such humble circumstances, was ever cheerful and hopeful, and always speaking a word for her Master. She prayed to her Father in secret, and He will one day reward her openly. S. H. A.

Juvenile Biography.

FANNY BENNETS, the youngest and beloved daughter of Mary Bennetts, was born at Reddings, in the Monmouth Circuit, October 26th, 1859, and resided at the same place till called by death to a brighter and better clime. Fanny was born of pious parents, but her father (who gave the land on which our chapel stands) died triumphant in the faith of Christ, October 4th, 1864; so she was left to the care of her mother, and to him who has promised to be a "Father to the fatherless." She lived very near the Primitive Methodist Chapel, and generally attended prayermeetings and other services with her dear mother. Fanny was regular at the Sabbath-school, was quick in learning to read, and, with others, was learning to sing by notes and was promising to be useful in time to come. But "In the midst of life we are in death." She was suddenly seized with a burning fever, which terminated in death. Her sickness was short (only nine days), but it was very severe, and she was insensible most of the time; but at intervals she would talk about heaven. She said she should like to die and go to heaven to be with Jesus and her father. At another time, when dozing, she said, "It is hard going

up the hill, but I can go up the hill to heaven."

On

the night previous to that of her death she said, "I have not said my prayers, and then repeated :

"Jesus, tender shepherd, hear me,

Bless thy little lamb to night," &c.

The following night she seemed to fall into a sweet, sound sleep, when suddenly the breath ceased, and the happy spirit of dear little Fanny took its flight into the upper and better world, March 2nd, aged ten years and four months. May the children and teachers all meet her in the holy, happy land is the prayer of

B. BENNETTS.

ROSANNA PLANT, daughter of Ralph and Delisha Plant, of Sneyd Green, Hanley Circuit, was born April 26th, 1860, and died February 20th, 1870. She became a scholar in our Sunday-school when quite young, and was very regular and attentive. She was very quick in learning, and was more steady, thoughtful, and sensible than most children of her age. She was also an excellent reciter at public meetings, generally choosing her own pieces, which were always of a religious character, and gave great satisfaction. One of her favourite recitations was "The good old Bible." The last piece she chose was "The dream of death," which, with her name, were on the programme; but before the meeting took place she had experienced the reality of death. She was taken ill with scarlatina, which was followed by inflammation, and in sixteen hours she exchanged time for eternity. Her sufferings were severe, but she bore them without a murmur, being sweetly resigned to the will of her Saviour, and graciously sustained by his loving hand. Early on the morning of the day she died she was taken much worse, and, as her father, who was an unconverted man, was about to go to call up a friend to come and pray with her, she said to him, "tell him to pray for you, father;" thus the dear child was anxious for the salvation of her father, and since then he has begun to pray

himself, and has become a member of society, and, we trust, a sincere Christian. The mother is also a member with us. After the friend who had been called in had prayed with her, she requested him to pray again, and, while doing so, she became exceedingly happy, and exclaimed, "I've the glory in my soul." And she often said, “Oh, how I long to be in that land above ;" and, pointing upwards, she said, "I shall soon be with that happy throng who are surrounding the Redeemer's throne;" and on the Sabbath morning--the day she died—the superintendent of the school and a number of the teachers visited her, and were astonished at, and delighted with, her expe rience. She said to them, "This day I shall be in the glory land," and so it came to pass; for, in the afternoon of that day she fell asleep in Jesus, and with her dying breath she called upon her father, mother, brothers and sisters, to sing the praises of the Lord. Thus she happily passed away from earth to heaven to join in the songs of praise above.

"Now she is safe with Jesus,

Set free from every pain;

And in that glory land

We soon shall meet again."

JOHN STROUD.

ALBERT ANDREWS, the beloved son of Daniel and Ann Dunnett, was born at Watton, Norfolk, May 14th, 1862, and departed this life at the same place, January 27th, 1870. His death was sudden and unexpected. On the Sunday previous to his death he was at school, and on the Monday he complained of not being well. On the next day medical aid was called in; but no danger was apprehended until Thursday morning, when he was worse, and at noon on the same day he gently fell asleep in Jesus without a sigh. He was a scholar in our Sabbath-school at Watton, and being a lively, intelligent boy, he was loved by all who knew him. He recited a piece at our last anniversary, but little did his parents think it would be his last; but God in his all wise

providence, thought fit to transplant the bud that it might bloom with greater beauty in the paradise above.

A. G. BLAKE. BESSIE MORGAN, of Breams Eaves, in the Pillawell Cirquit, died March 4th, 1870, aged five years. She loved the Sunday-school, had a clear perception of the truths taught there, and a memory that retained them. At the last anniversary she recited several pieces with a sweet simplicity. Her constitution seemed good, and she gave promise of a long life; but how true are the words of inspiration, “We come forth as a flower, and are cut down," &c. At the funeral of her little sister, which took place about a month before her own, she said, "I shall not be here long;" and when reminded of the grave she said, "It won't be cold in heaven." One day, when her mother took her for a walk, she said, "Mother, you never put me to say my prayers this morning." Her mother replied, "Did I not, my dear; then you can say them now," and standing in the road with folded hands she offered prayer to God. During her illness the expression of her countenance, the excellence of her words, and her whole manner were such as to impress very powerfully many who visited her, and who will not soon forget the testimony she gave for Jesus. The following are some of her words :

"O, the blood of Jesus,

The precious blood of Jesus,
It cleanseth from all sin.

Hallelujah, hallelujah!"

"There is a crown for the young." "Suffer me to come to thee." "Praise God for what he has done for me." "Glory, hallelujah." When asked if she would like to get better her answer was, "I would rather die and go to Jesus." Thus happy in Jesus she hastened away to the land of light, to meet him who said, "Suffer little children to come unto me,"

G. BROMLEY.

Anniversaries.

MILFIELD, LOWICK CIRCUIT.-The second anniversary of our Sabbath-school at this place since its re-organisation under a new and younger staff of teachers, was held on Good Friday, April 15th, when the children were regaled with a plentiful supply of tea and cake, which they evidently enjoyed very much. Immediately after the tea upwards of thirty of them recited pieces of poetry, to the great delight of both parents and friends assembled to hear them. The manner in which the pieces were recited reflected great credit on the young people. After the tea and recitations were over, a public meeting was held, under the presidency of our well-tried and much esteemed friend Mr. Clark, and supported by the circuit ministers, Revs. George Wood and W. A. French, and Mr. A. Craig. At this meeting several of the scholars again recited their pieces, with equal credit to themselves, and delight to the audience. A number of little books and cards were presented to the children who had recited pieces. A collection was taken at the close, which, together with the subscriptions of a few kind friends, will cover all expenses. In reviewing the labours of the past two years, we have much for which to thank Almighty God, and I believe that teachers, friends, and all connected with the school can with united heart and voice exclaim, "hitherto the Lord hath helped us." May he continue to favour us with his smile, and make the labours of next year one of unprecedented prosperity, is the prayer of a "labourer" in the Sunday-school. JAMES MOWIT.

TOCKENHAM, BRINKWORTH CIRCUIT.-We celebrated the second anniversary of our Sabbath-school at this place on April 10th and 11th. On the former day three impressive sermons were preached by Messrs. Sweeper and Deacon to crowded congregations, many not being able to