February 26, 1820 – no entry. (Thaddeus Journal)
Feb. 26th. We are now in the latitude of society Isles. The thought is peculiarly interesting, after viewing places, shrouded in total moral darkness, that we are now comparatively near one of the most promising Missionary stations on the globe. How desirable would it be, were it consistent, to touch that place, and invite the dear Missionaries to unite with us in commemorating the death-and sufferings of our dear Redeemer. But the Governor of the universe has a perfect right to determine our lot. We are richly furnished with a variety of comforts, and we have the high satisfaction confidently to believe that the Lord hath sent us with blessings of salvation, to a people whose moral character is degraded almost to a level with brute creation. (Samuel & Nancy Ruggles)
Feb. 26. Dear mother, you will probably recollect that before I left … I expressed to you some fear, that I should be troubled with a weak eyes. When we came on board we were obliged to wash in salt water, which I think proved beneficial to them. But notwithstanding they were much better, by constant application to study, they soon became so weak that I sometimes thought I must abandon whatever was trying to them. This was indeed a great trial; for as I had always habituated myself to some useful employment, I could not bear to think that my time should pass unoccupied. My glasses at this time were of but little use; they rather affected, than strengthened my eyes. It was likewise the trial to Mr. W. Neither of us felt reconciled that I should abandon my studies. In this situation we knew not what to do. But Doct. Holman made me some eye-water which soon help them. Since that time, I have scarce had occasion to use my glasses. (Mercy Partridge Whitney Journal)
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