Whilst the greatest effort has been made to ensure the quality of this text, due to the historical nature of this content, in some rare cases there may be minor issues with legibility. Since it has pleased the Lord to grant unto me health and prosperity to protect me from the dangers of the elements — from the plague and pestilence that have carried death and mourning on their wing, and re turn me again in safety to a land of civilized life, demand my highest gratitude, as well as demonstrations of praise and thanksgiving to His exalted name.