EXPLORATION OF THE NIGER VALLEY.

A Meeting of the African Christian Civilization Committee was held on Thursday, May 17, Lord Alfred S. Churchill, M.P., in the chair.

Dr. Delany, of Chatham, C.W., and R. Campbell, Esq., Vice-Principal of the Coloured High School of Philadelphia, who have just returned from Central Africa, were present. These gentlemen, who have been on a scientific as well as exploring tour throughout Yoruba, are members of the Niger Valley Exploring Party, and of the African Civilization Society of New York. They are educated gentlemen of colour, and have copious details of the most interesting character concerning that region. By request they gave an account of some of their observations:—They arrived in Africa in July, 1859, for the purpose of examining the country in regard to soil, climate, &c., and to ascertain the real capacities of the people, facilities for improvement and self-government, by the promotion of Christian civilization and municipal regulations, either in distinct settlements, or by taking up habitations promiscuously among the natives. Their inquiries commenced in Liberia from Grand Cape Mount—Robertsport—to Cape Palmas—Harper—and a hundred miles in the interior; from thence to Lagos, or the Bight of Benin; in the interior north-east to Abbeokuta, Ojage, Oyo, Ogbomoso, and Illorin. They formed a treaty with the King and chiefs of Abbeokuta highly favourable to the interests of the black population of America, the explorers everywhere being cordially received by the natives and civilized blacks, and by them importuned to return and permanently settle.

EXTRAORDINARY IRISH EXODUS FROM THE

MERSEY.—If the extraordinary emigration at present going
forward to the United States direct from all the ports of the
sister isle has excited the attention and alarm of Irish poli-
ticians and journalists, a visit to the Liverpool docks during
the past few weeks would not lead in any degree to diminish
the feeling of alarm. During the present month the exodus
from the Mersey to the United States in passenger ships has
been about 9,000 steerage passengers, being an average of
3,000 weekly.—*Liverpool Daily Post*.

CROPS OF RUSSIA.—The commercial prospects of meridional Russia are very gloomy, and even a scarcity of food is apprehended. The want of forage in Bessarabia has arrived this year at such a point that hay and straw are selling by the pound, and from want of proper nourishment,attle are perishing on all sides. The greater part of the Government of Kherson is at present in this deplorable state. With our present prospect, the Black Sea, instead of being the granary of Europe, may this year be compelled to seek supplies from other quarters.—*Levant Herald*.

TIME AND DISTANCE CAB-FARES.—By the Cab
Act it appears no cabman can be compelled to drive by time
more than an hour. This point was made clear by a driver
who was summoned last week to the Worship-street Police-
court for demanding to be paid by distance, having driven all
round Hampstead and Highgate, instead of by time, although
he was engaged by time. The magistrate held, however, that
by not objecting the cabman must be considered to have
agreed to drive the whole distance by time, and decided against
the cabman.

LAKE OF GENEVA.

Patriot

25th August

CHRISTIAN CIVILISATION OF AFRICA.—
COTTON CULTIVATION.

1859

We refer our readers to an interesting account of a meeting held last week in London, to further a scheme contemplated by the African Civilisation Society of New York. The points brought under notice are of deep importance to Great Britain, and deserve the thoughtful attention of every Christian patriot. English philanthropy has long sighed over the miseries of the enslaved, and still we are supporters of the execrable system to the extent of 20,000,000. sterling annually, by purchasing slave-grown cotton. It has, of course, always been seen that here our economic interests as a nation exactly accord with our philanthropy, and that this question of cotton supply lay at the very root of American slavery, and we have accordingly sought free labour cotton from any and every quarter, but with comparatively little success. India has been tried, but does not yield an eighth of what we need. Various reasons have prevented a large supply from India, which may operate for years to come in like manner. Dr. Livingstone has made the Zambesi country known to us, but it must be long before any considerable supply could come from thence, owing to its Portuguese ownership, and the fact that the work to be done there *ab initio*. Jamaica is also suggested as a cotton-field on very good grounds; but it is still matter for much congratulation that, at much less distance than either of these places, a district has been opened for the production of this essential article of commerce, which promises an immediate return, if sufficient capital be employed upon it. Central Africa is made known to us as an immense cotton region. In every direction, as far as Messrs. Barth, Bowen, and others have penetrated, cotton is found, both wild and cultivated. The natives grow it, and spin it for their own use. The position of Yoruba, as the key of Central Africa, its fertility, the growing civilisation of its people, their desire for the Gospel, and the adaptation of that region for cotton, sugar, coffee, rice, &c. all seem to point out a way for our deliverance from complicity with American slavery, as well as to enable us to give the Gospel to many populous tribes of Central Africa. Cotton is now produced there for the English market, through the praiseworthy exertions of Thomas Clegg, Esq., of Manchester. MacGregor Laird, Esq., has for years endeavoured to promote the navigation of the Niger, and has now boats running up that river. It is worthy of note that these late attempts have been providentially free from the loss of life attending former expeditions; by a proper use of quinine, the crews and passengers pass the marshy region near the mouth with safety. Thus the way seems to have been preparing for some years for such a movement as the free coloured people of the United States have set their hearts upon to aid in evangelising and civilising their fatherland. We are sure that the present scheme will be received with hearty good-will by all classes of Christians in England, and the very moderate amount needed to enable the New York Society to send out its first colonists will, no doubt, be speedily raised. We had intended to enter more at large into this question of cotton cultivation in connection with Coolie immigration to the West Indies, but must postpone further remarks on the subject for the present.

"All warnings which have been given to the newspapers in France and the colonies are to be considered as non-issued.

"The Minister of the Interior, in concert with his colleagues the Ministers for Foreign Affairs, Algiers, and the Colonies, has order the necessary measures to be taken to insure the immediate execution of the full and entire amnesty granted by the Emperor.

"Nine hundred and twenty-two soldiers, sentenced for various offences, have either been pardoned, or have had the term of their imprisonment commuted."

The Paris correspondent of the *Times* says :—

"No doubt seems to be entertained that yesterday's amnesty is complete and unlimited in all respects, that it passes the sponge over every past offence, and relieves all persons from the action of the law of public safety so long as they shall not have incurred fresh condemnation from the tribunals. The satisfaction it gives is great and general, not only here, but according to a telegraphic correspondence among the majority of the exiles in London and Brussels, who are particularly pleased with the absence of all conditions, and many of the principal of whom, it is said, propose immediately returning to France. The measure, it appears, extends not only to refugees, but to persons suffering banishment in the French penal settlements, and two steamers have started, or are on the point of starting, for Algeria and Guiana, in order to bear the good news speedily to the unfortunate men who have at various times been transported thither on account of real or alleged political offences."

Ledru Rolin is not included in the amnesty, because he stands condemned as an accomplice in the attempted assassination of the Emperor by Tibaldi and others.

It is supposed that about 10,000 men transported at various times during the last ten years, will avail themselves of the Emperor's clemency.

The Brussels *Indépendance* reports that General Changarnier does not intend to avail himself of the amnesty.

Louis Blanc and Victor Hugo both refuse to avail themselves of the preferred amnesty, because, they say, that there is no true safety or liberty for them in France so long as the *Loi des suspects* remains unrepealed. All the English papers containing Louis Blanc's letter were seized and not permitted to circulate. Victor Hugo's refusal is couched in the following terms:—

"No one will expect that, so far as I am personally concerned, I should give a moment's attention to the thing called an 'amnesty.' While the state of France remains what it is, my duty will be to protest against it, absolutely, inflexibly, eternally. Faithful to the engagement I have made with my conscience, I shall share to the last the exile of liberty. When liberty returns, I will return.—VICTOR HUGO."

The French journals (with the exception of the Legitimist and Jesuit organs, which are silent on the subject) hail the amnesty most heartily.

The *Moniteur* of Friday contains a decree to the effect that foreign shares and securities may be negotiated at the Bourse after two-fifths of their value have been paid up. Previously it was necessary that seven-tenths should be paid up.

Commands have been distributed to the Marshals of France lately at the head of the army of Italy. Marshal McMahon is appointed to command at Lille, where a large body of troops is to be concentrated. Canrobert, Castellaine, and Baraguay de Hilliers return to their former commands at Nancy, Lyons, and Tours; Niel replaces Bosquet at Toulouse. Marshal Magnan retains his post as Commander-in-Chief of the army of Paris.

The French harvest, although not one of the most productive, will not be much inferior to last year's. The large reserves of old wheat will prevent any exaggerated rise in prices. There will be sufficient corn for home wants.

NAPLES.

subject has ap-

CO-OPERATION OF BRITISH AND AMERI

CO-OPERATION OF BRITISH AND AMERICAN
CHRISTIANS.—The American Baptist, a New York paper,
gives publicity to a letter addressed by Sir Culling Eardley
to the Rev. Theodore Bourne, the representative of the
African Civilization Society, whose objects and proceedings
have been noticed in our columns. Sir Culling expresses his
anxious desire for the promotion of greater alliance and more
cordial co-operation between the Christians of the old and
new worlds. “The first thing we have to do is (he says) to
ascertain whether there are not practical measures for the
benefit of the coloured population in your country (America),
in which the whole, or nearly the whole of the Christianity of
our respective countries could so unite that the devil’s de-
visive attempts would be thenceforward baffled. Now, your
African Civilization Society seems to me like a bow in a
cloud,—a bow of peace to Europe and America, as well as to
the poor Africans.” The Hon. Baronet goes on to show the
interest taken by British Christians in the American Mis-
sions in the East, and concludes by expressing his strong
desire for a true Evangelical alliance between the two
countries.

at 1,500 as fine-looking fellows as you can well imagine
from two Sardinian steamers. The landing was effected in
gallant style, and with most extraordinary celerity and order,
and part of the time under the guns of a Neapolitan frigate
and two steamers. One of the Sardinian vessels was run aground
and scuttled by themselves in the harbour, and the other was
taken outside by the Neapolitans; but after the landing had
been fully effected. I believe the brave adventurers did not
lose a man—only two or three wounded. We were all in a
state of alarm during the firing, as the shot and shell from
the frigate went flying about in a most awkward manner—
some into the town, some into Woodhouse's stores, some into
Wood's baglio (factory), and one actually over our heads here
on the baglio terrace, which fell into the sea beyond the Sali-
mella. Our Vice-Consul, with the Captains of the Intrepid
and Argus (both here fortunately for us at the time), went on
board the frigate during the firing to inquire into the mean-
ing of their missiles so capriciously injuring our factories, on
each of which the English flag was flying, and to in-
culcate more caution and accuracy in their opera-
tions. The Neapolitan Commanders, wisely considering
that it was their duty to expend a certain quantity of

WESTERN AFRICA.

MR. ROBERT CAMPBELL, who has recently returned from a tour of exploration in the Yarriba region of western Central Africa, read an interesting narrative of his tour before the American Geographical Society at its regular meeting on Thursday last. Mr. Campbell was formerly principal of a school for colored children in Philadelphia, and is a gentleman of very respectable attainments. He visited Africa mainly at his own cost, assisted by a few friends, with a view to ascertain the capabilities of the western coast for cotton culture, and the facilities there offered for Christian civilization through emigration from the United States. He was accompanied by Dr. Delaney, whose appearance in the Statistical Congress at London, was made prominent by Lord Brougham.

Mr. Campbell was introduced to the Geographical Society, in handsome terms, by Rev. Dr. Bethune, who adverted briefly to the prominence of Ethiopia in ancient civilization. The region traversed by Mr. Campbell lies back of Logos, adjoining the kingdom of Dahomey, midway between Cape Palmas and the Gaboon. Mr. Campbell's address was in excellent taste, and gave much valuable geographical and statistical information. We forbear to report it, because the same matter, in an enlarged form, will be published in book-form within a few days. After the address, Mr. Campbell was questioned on various points by members of the Society, and his answers were prompt and satisfactory. Two points were

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the world. His friend, in preaching the cross, not forget upon every fitting occasion to urge the claims of the heathen upon the attention of his church; and he joined to know that while the hearts of the congregants would be sufficiently expansive to grasp the whole work of those who were perishing at our own doors would not be forgotten or neglected. (Cheers.) There was a great work yet to be done, and those present, who were connected with other churches, had gladly come to the aid, and assured them that they would do all in their power to assist them in that work. (Cheers.) He could not but rejoice that this would be something of a cathedral to his denomination. It was quite right that there should have a Tabernacle in which not only the large congregation could assemble, but which should, when schemes of Christian usefulness were to be promoted, placed at the disposal of persons of any other denominations. (Cheers.) This metropolitan Tabernacle would therefore have claims upon other denominations.

The Rev. Mr. SPURGEON and the Rev. H. DODD

AFRICAN CHRISTIAN CIVILISATION.—The project for colonising and cultivating Yoruba by Christian Africans is progressing promisingly. A party of scientific explorers, themselves Africans, have come back with the assurance that it is a goodly land with abundance of room for settlers, and remarkable capabilities for the growth of cotton. Two of these gentlemen are now in London, and will shortly invite the Christian public to hear what they have to say about the country, and about the feasibility of the scheme for making it at once a refuge for negroes who may escape the bondage of their taskmasters in America, a valuable field of cotton supply, and a centre of Christian civilisation for the elevation of the African tribes. We do not hesitate to pronounce the idea one of the most important and most promising that has been broached by Christian philanthropy for some time. Very recent intelligence brings the news that coal has been discovered in Liberia—if this be true it is scarcely possible to overrate its importance.

COTTON FROM NATAL.—Mr. Richard Harwin, who has resided in Natal since 1849, bears testimony to the suitability of that colony as a field for cotton enterprise. There cotton is perennial; and he has seen abandoned fields of cotton plants which had been neglected for five years or more, and were almost covered and hidden in grass three or four feet high, still covered with abundant cotton pods. He throws out the following suggestions:—“That the cotton-growing interest, whether commercial or governmental in its origin, should have in this colony, and also in British Caffraria, which possesses similar producing powers, an agent whose business it should be to furnish the farmers and natives—1, with good seed of approved kinds gratis, on condition of its being planted; 2, with suitable gins, either on credit, to be paid for from the crop, or in some cases as loans, or even as gifts; 3, with information as to planting, culture, cleaning, &c.; and, 4, that he declare himself ready to buy for cash in Natal any quantity at prices named, such prices being its full value, or even something more, until the enterprise were sufficiently started, when it might safely be left to fall into regular mercantile channels. As regards Natal, the present is a most important time for this object, not only on account of the present feeling, but for the following, among other, reasons:—1. Great numbers are now going there to farm, who would as readily enter on cotton-farming as on any other, if it had equal attractions. 2. Many smaller farmers who have been growing arrow-root (and whose capital is not equal to sugar-planting) are tired of the great uncertainty and general lowness of the English market for this article, and would gladly take up cotton if advantageous. 3. Many natives merging out of barbarism under missionary and civilising influences, could now be induced to take up the same culture with proper instruction and inducements. In conclusion, I would add that both Natal and the eastern parts of the Cape Colony, British Caffraria, are quite exempt from fevers such as are decimating the members of Livingstone's expeditions. Further, there are already recognised British colonies, under British rule, with full protection to life and property, and in mercantile and postal communication with this country; and, if there be less romance about the enterprise than about the Zambesi mission, there is, at least, a much greater prospect of material success, and we need calculate on none but the ordinary casualties of life and health.”

IV hereby given, that the FOURTEENTH HALF-YEARLY GENERAL MEETING of the Shareholders of the North-Eastern Railway Company will be held at the De Grey Rooms, in the City of York, on Friday the 8th day of February, 1861, at twelve o'clock at noon.

The BOOKS for the REGISTRATION of TRANSFERS of STOCK and SHARES will be CLOSED from twelve o'clock at noon on Friday the 25th instant, until the conclusion of the business of such meeting.

H. S. THOMPSON, Chairman.

York, 14th January, 1861.

J. CLEGHORN, Secretary.

MANCHESTER, SHEFFIELD, AND LINCOLNSHIRE RAILWAY.—At the Ordinary Half-Yearly Meeting of this Company, held at the Palatine Hotel, Manchester, on Wednesday the 23d day of January, 1861;

JOHN CHAPMAN, Esq. in the Chair;

It was resolved:—

1. That the corporate seal of the Company be affixed to the register of shareholders, the register of holders of consolidated stock, and the register of annuitants, under the Sheffield Canal Act, now produced.

2. That the report of the Directors now read, and the half-yearly statement of accounts now produced, be received and adopted.

3. That a dividend be now declared, after the rate of £6 per cent per annum, upon the £4. 10s. per share paid up on the £6 preference share, for the half year ending the 31st day of December, 1860, and be payable on the sixth day of February next to such shareholders as are entitled to receive the same.

4. That a dividend be now declared, after the guaranteed rate of 3¼ per cent per annum, on the three and a quarter per cent preference stock, for the half year ending the 31st day of December, 1860, and be payable on the sixth day of February next to such shareholders as are entitled to receive the same.

5. That a dividend be now declared, after the guaranteed rate of £6 per cent per annum, on the £6 per cent preference stock, for the half year ending the 31st day of December, 1860, and be payable on the 6th day of February next to such shareholders as are entitled to receive the same.

6. That a dividend be now declared, after the guaranteed rate of £6 per cent per annum, upon the amount paid up on the redeemable £10 preference shares, for the half year ending the 31st day of December, 1860, and be payable on the 6th day of February next to such shareholders as are entitled to receive the same.

7. That a dividend be now declared, after the rate of £1. 10s. per cent per annum of original stock, for the half year ending the 31st day of December, 1860, and be payable on the 6th day of February next to such shareholders as are entitled to receive the same.

8. That the following Directors, who retire in accordance with the provisions of the act of Parliament, be re-elected—namely, John Chapman, Esq. William Fenton, Esq. Alexander Shand, Esq. and Charles Turner, Esq.

9. That Mr. Edwin Unwin, one of the auditors who retires by rotation, be re-elected.

JOHN CHAPMAN, Chairman.

Mr. Chapman having left the chair,

It was proposed by Mr. Potter; seconded by Mr. Wiles; and resolved unanimously:—

That the best thanks of the meeting be given to the chairman for his conduct in the chair to-day, and to the Directors for their exertions on behalf of the Company.

It was proposed by Mr. W. H. Shaw; seconded by Mr. Spencer; and resolved unanimously:—

That the best thanks of this meeting be given to Mr. Watkin, the general manager of the Company, for his unwearied attention to the interests of the Company, more particularly with reference to the recent negotiations with other companies.

EDWARD ROSS, Secretary.

COTTON CULTIVATION IN AFRICA.

THIS admirable pamphlet, by Benjamin Coates of Philadelphia, deserves a very close and thoughtful consideration. Its intent and purpose may be gathered generally from the title-page; "Sugges-tions on the importance of the cultivation of cotton in Africa, in reference to the abolition of slavery in the United States, through the organi-zation of an African Civilization Society." Enterprising colored men from the United States, properly educated, so as to be qualified for the work, and who are capable of appreciating the immense benefits to the world that must result from their labors, are to be engaged in this enter-prise. These men, Mr. Coates proposes, should form settlements on the whole western coast of Africa, between the parallels of 20 degrees north and 20 south latitude, including Upper and Lower Guinea and Gambia; "selecting of course the most eligible points on the coast, not already pos-sessed by other powers, from whence they could gradually extend themselves into the interior. They would thus be enabled to control the vast and continually increasing commerce of a hither-to unexplored region, comprising the larger and better portion of Central Africa, sufficient of itself with the improvements in cultivation naturally introduced by civilization, to form a large and very lucrative portion of the commerce of the world."

Mr. Coates argues that it is only necessary that the colored population of the United States should really appreciate their own power, so as to exer-

surprise party made an affectionate invasion comicil, and surrounded him with tokens of ad-will. Rev. Mr. Bullard, in behalf of the presented Mrs. Gilman with a well-filled purse, gentlemen requested his farewell discourse for ton.

**Installation.**—The Rev. George Darling, late of Mass., was installed pastor of the Congregational Church in Hudson, Ohio, on the 13th of October, ecclesiastical council convened for the purpose. Mr. Darling read a written statement of his Christian doctrine, after which he was very examined by the council to the entire satisfactory members.

Installing services were conducted as follows: of selected portions of Scripture, by Dr. Cuyahoga Falls; Introductory Prayer, by John Seward of Solon; Sermon, by Rev. Dr. of Detroit; Installing Prayer, by Rev. Wm. of Tallmadge, who had been the first pastor Church; Charge to the Pastor, by Rev. J. A. of Cleveland; Right Hand of Fellowship, by Hitchcock; Charge to the People, by Rev. J. of Ravenna, who had been the last pastor of Church; Benediction, by the Pastor.

Darling seems to have been called of God to the call of labor. The call of the people was unaanied and apparently very cordial. His labors have been of good quality since his coming in February, and give promise of future good. H. C. L.

**Installation.—**Rev. Erastus Cotton was installed Congregational church at Southwick, Me., May, Oct. 19th. The Council was organized choice of Rev. Dr. Davis as Moderator, and J. Alden as Scribe. The public exercises follows: Invocation and Reading of the Scrip-

a hundred

**Union**
going on the "We union of midable

**Sunda**
anniversary has justly attended by no school. The report interesting in school their effect to education it went on until it left them. The cradle of methodology subsumed the years since Wesley in 1704, but was unpaid till 1776. "The School proved, what eis Asbury is, and will be, is, and ever has been, a Methodist school."

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in the Northern States. One of the Directors, who is also the Corresponding Secretary, is now in Manchester, desiring to bring the Society under the notice of our fellow-citizens. We see, from the circular placed in our hands, that a highly-respectable meeting in its behalf was held in London on the 18th ult, when a resolution was adopted expressing a "warm interest in the success of Mr. Bourne's mission to this country, and cordially commending him and the cause to the numerous friends of the enslaved and oppressed negro race," and recommending "that a subscription be opened to aid in sending some of the proposed settlers to Yoruba." The objects aimed at are—

> "The evangelisation and civilisation of Africa, and the descendants of African ancestors, wherever dispersed; the destruction of the African slave trade by the introduction of lawful commerce into Africa; the promotion of the growth of cotton and other products there, whereby the natives may become industrious producers, as well as consumers, of articles of commerce; and, generally, the elevation of the condition of the coloured population of our own country and of other lands."

It is stated that:—

> "There are many noble-minded Christians of African descent, who desire to establish industrial settlements in the eastern part of Yoruba, west of the Niger, and near its banks, in a fertile, healthy, and attractive region, which at present is nearly uninhabited, and is accessible for peaceful settlers. This region is admirably situated in the highway of trade for Central Africa, and can produce cotton, indigo, rice, sugar, and other articles of constant demand—and could thus afford a constant supply of free-labour groceries and cotton. That territory might soon be transformed into a flourishing Christian nationality, from whence the blessings of the gospel of peace would flow to the myriads of teeming Ethiopia—thus presenting a model for the imitation of the inquisitive tribes of Africa. The cotton plant is indigenous there, and is, already, a serious obstacle to the slave trade, as the natives find it more profitable to engage in the cotton culture than in the inhuman traffic in men. It may prove in time to be the solution of the problem—'How to remedy the curse of American slavery?'"

And we learn that:—

> "A large number of agriculturists and mechanics of all kinds stand ready to undertake the work of founding a Christian nationality in Central Africa, but most of them lack the necessary means. Owing to the cruel prejudice still existing even at the North their avocations are such as to preclude them generally from amassing wealth, and they therefore look to the Christian love and generosity of their more privileged white brethren to aid them."

The following appeal is one to which the people of this district cannot be indifferent:—

> "As the prosperity of a large number of people depends upon a constant supply of cotton, it will be seen by commercial men that a scheme like this cannot fail to protect their interests in a very vital point, besides adding to the welfare of the millions of Ethiopia. When it is remembered that Africa may be rendered the great cotton-growing region of the world, all will understand at a glance what an impetus would be given to Christian civilisation, commerce, manufactures, and the cause of liberty, were this work pushed forward with vigour. If so great results have already occurred through the activities produced by cotton culture at a distance from its native place, what would be the results were it extensively cultivated on its native soil, by free native labour, aided by the intelligence of those who now desire to return to the land of their fathers, to educate, enlighten, and elevate those who are in ignorance and idolatry. It should not be forgotten that cotton is a native African plant, which has been transferred to the United States, and the African along with, it to produce in hard bondage that which might be the source of wealth and happiness to him who cultivated in Africa."

Mr. Thomas Clegg, of Corporation-street, introduces Mr. Bourne to this city; and we believe he is cordially taken by the hand by the "Cotton Supply Association." It cannot be doubted that, in all parts of this great cotton manufacturing district, the noble object he has in view will meet with the consideration and support which it undoubtedly is entitled to.

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ative Club, St. James's, has TAKEN the above HOTEL, where will be
on first-rate accommodation on moderate terms. Superior coffee,
moking, private dining, and supper rooms. Bed and breakfast, 3s. od.
and 2s. od. Wines, spirits, &c. of the highest quality. A night porter.

ANGUS'S TEMPERANCE HOTEL, 127,
Argyle-street, Glasgow. S. ANGUS, in returning thanks for
he liberal support received during the last twenty years, has much
leasure in intimating that he has now completed extensive alterations
and additions. The premises are now self-contained, making this the
best comfortable as well as the best situated Temperance Hotel in
the city.—Private parlours, showrooms, &c.

ROYAL ALBERT HOTEL, 63, Wilson-street,
opposite the County Buildings, Glasgow. JOHN COUL-
HARD begs to inform tourists, commercial gentlemen, and others
letting Glasgow, that they will find every comfort and attention in
the Hotel. The house is situated in the most central part of the city,
the parlours and bedrooms are furnished in the best style. Bed and
audience 18. od. Hot, cold, and shower baths. Danish and German
oken. A night porter in attendance.

WHEN YOU ASK FOR GLENFIELD
PATENT STARCH, SEE THAT YOU GET IT.

RON BEDSTEADS, 8s. 6d. to £10.—FAULKNER
BROTHERS, Stevenson Square.

OAL.—Everybody likes our real Old SILK-
STONE. Silkstone Coal Co. Grt. Marlborough-st. Oxford Rd. Statn

SMITH'S PATENT METALLIC SANITARY
COFFINS, upholstered, complete, at 35s. to £5.—St. Ann's Alley.

BLACK VELVET REMNANTS, per lb., always
on hand, at JAMES DINELEY'S, 19, Turner-st., High-st.

HOME-MADE BOOTS AND SHOES. For
quality, style, and reasonable prices, try GOODALL & CO. 8s.
ham-street; and J. M. BECKETT, 171, Deansgate.

DERFUMES from every Fragrant Flower,
Pau de Cologne, Toilet Vinegar, Turkey Sponges, Bathing Caps.
BEONS, Chemist to Her Majesty, 41, Market-street, Manchester.

CAUTION.—When you buy the KINGSTON
PREPARED FIREWOOD, see the pink label is on each bundle,
J. M. BECKETT, 171, Deansgate.

AFRICAN CHRISTIAN CIVILIZATION.

A meeting of the African Christian Civilization Committee was held on Thursday, May 17, Lord Alfred S. Churchill, M.P., in the chair.

Dr. Delany, of Chatham, C.W., and R. Campbell, Esq., Vice-Principal of the Coloured High School of Philadelphia, who have just returned from Central Africa, were present. These gentlemen, who have been on a scientific as well as exploring tour throughout Yoruba, are members of the Niger Valley Exploring Party, and of the African Civilization Society of New York. They are educated gentlemen of colour, and have copious details of the most interesting character concerning that region. By request they gave an account of some of their observations:—They arrived in Africa in July, 1859, for the purpose of examining the country in regard to soil, climate, etc., and to ascertain the real capacities of the people, facilities for improvement and self-government, by the promotion of Christian civilization and municipal regulations, either in distinct settlements, or by taking up habitations promiscuously among the natives. Their inquiries commenced in Liberia from Grand Cape Mount—Robertsport—to Cape Palmas—Harper—and a hundred miles in the interior; from thence to Lagos, or the Bight of Benin; in the interior north-east to Abbeokuta, Ojage, Oyo, Ogbomoso, and Illorin. They formed a treaty with the King and chiefs of Abbeokuta highly favourable to the interests of the black population of America, the explorers everywhere being cordially received by the natives and civilised blacks, and by them imported to return and permanently settle. The importance of this movement can hardly be overestimated, and the interest of these details is such that the Committee passed the following resolution:

> "That the African Christian Civilization Committee tender their thanks to Dr. M. R. Delany and Mr. Campbell, for the interesting details which they have given of their tour of exploration in Africa, and would invite them to give further accounts at some meeting to be called for that purpose."

A letter was read from Sir Culling E. Eardley, Bart., stating his deep interest in the cause, and regretting that his recent bereavement prevented his being present as a member of the Committee.

het, nor the son of a prophet, nor had he any
sympathy at all with the modern interpretation of
rophecy to which his attention had been sometimes
called. It always seemed to him like endeavouring
to draw the garments from off the limbs of an
enchilless; endeavouring to graft the small thoughts
of men upon the small thoughts of God. When
he called to mind that Briton possessed fifty
colonies, and that they were sending out ministers
to all those colonies to instruct them in the know-
edge of Christ; when he remembered also the
beautiful facilities which God was bringing into
 requisition for communicating with the "ends of
the earth;" and when he remembered how the
Englishman could project his thoughts and senti-
ments into every part of the world, it did appear to
him that the American poet had authority when he
wrote those words, speaking of the Church of
God,—

"Oh watch and wait,
The world is grey with morning light."

## Correspondence.

### THE REV. J. B. BROWN AND THE "BRITISH QUARTERLY."

TO THE EDITOR OF THE PATRIOT.

SIR,—I might of course prolong the discussion on
Augustine with my "Reviewer;" and the tempta-
tion which his letter offers is a strong one. But I
cannot see that any solid good could grow out of
it; and therefore I willingly leave the last word
with him, and pass on to graver things, purposing
to bear the inconveniences of which he again drops
hints as good-humouredly as I may. I am no
controversialist in theology; I should be passing
under false colours if I attempted to occupy any
such position. I should not have touched this side
of the subject, if it had not been necessary, in
order to expose the ignorance with which I have
been assailed.

I must say in passing that I have never in any
way raised the plaint of persecution. My friendly
critics have spoken of it, for they knew only how I
had been attacked, but could not know the sym-
pathies and benedictions by which I have been
sustained. These have been ample; the cheering
assurances which I received at the last meeting of
the Union both surprised and touched me. I do

NIGER VALLEY EXPLORING PARTY.—A meeting of the African Christian Civilization Committee was held, a few evenings ago, at 35, Bedford-square, Lord A. S. Churchill, M.P., in the chair. Messrs. M. R. Delany and Robert Campbell, of the Niger Valley exploring party, two educated gentlemen of colour, just returned from Central Africa, were present, and gave an interesting account of their tour in that region. A brief summary is as follows:—They arrived in Africa in July, 1859, for the purpose of examining the country in regard to climate, soil, &c., and to ascertain the real capacities of the people, facilities for improvement and self-government, and the promotion of Christian civilisation, either in distinct settlements, or by taking residence promiscuously among the natives. Their inquiries commenced on the West Coast, from Grand Cape Mount to Cape Palmaz, and 100 miles in the interior; from thence to Lagoz, on the Bight of Benin; in the interior north-east to Abbeekuta, Jjaoyc, Ogo, Ogbomoso, Illorin, and several other important towns, resulting in a treaty with the king and chiefs of Abbeokuta, highly favourable to the interests of the black population of America. The explorers were everywhere cordially received by the natives and civilised blacks, by whom they were importuned to return and permanently settle. These gentlemen are members of the African Civilisation Society of New York, (Rev. Henry Highland Garnet, president), on whose behalf they were acting, and for those of the coloured people who feel interested in Africa. The account they give of the people, and of the immense extent of the region adapted for cotton culture, fully establish the fact that England can procure an adequate supply of cotton from Africa by the application of the capital required. After hearing the various important statements made by these gentlemen, the following resolution was adopted:—“Resolved, that the African Christian Civilization Committee tender their thanks to Dr. Delany and Mr. Campbell for the interesting details which they have given of their tour of exploration in Africa, and would invite them to give further accounts at some meeting to be called for that purpose.”

AFRICANS IMPRESSIBLE.

The following is taken from a valuable communication in the Christian Index, from the Rev. T. J. Bowen:—

People have heard in times past, that the Africans were naked savages, cannibals, &c., and now when missionaries return and tell the naked truth, they must embody the pill a little to make it go down. The truth is, Africa is a vast country, larger than all North America, from the frozen ocean to the Isthmus, and her people exhibit a vast diversity of character. There may be cannibals there. I, for one, would scarcely believe it on the oath of a self-conceited, lion-slaying traveller; for I have been in several 'cannibal' countries, and found the people simple, good-natured farmers.

The early stories of African barbarism had three sources: 1. The lying propensities of travellers and slavers; 2. The fact that the coast people everywhere are barbarous; 3. The inference that the people of the remote interior are much worse. But this inference is now known to be incorrect. Clapperton, Livingstone, Barth, and in short all who have penetrated into the interior, have testified that the people of those remote regions are far in advance of the coast people in everything pertaining to civilization. The barbarians of Africa are only about one-sixth part of the population. This, I repeat, on the highest authority of books. My own opinion is that nine-tenths of the population belong to the so-called category. The romance of African barbarism, like the story of tailed negroes, must expand its wings and fly away before the light of truth. Even the coast people are not generally savages, for they live in houses, and support themselves by farming, not by the chase. The people of the interior for the most part cultivate the soil with considerable skill; they dwell in walled towns; they carry on many arts, as the smelting and forging of metals, leather-dressing, spinning, weaving and tailoring, &c.; and finally they are polite, kind and hospitable to strangers; and often anxious for missionaries to live in their country.

How is it that every man from Europe and America, who has once lived in Africa, is never satisfied to live elsewhere again? This fact is notorious. The reason of it is, that the Africans are the most docile, friendly, heart-winning people on the globe. Nowhere else do we see the good traits of human nature so well developed. I quote the sentiment of Col. Hamilton Smith, a British officer, and a very respectable writer on Ethnology, when I say, it is impossible to live among the negroes and not love them. To the missionary they are doubly interesting, because of the intense eagerness with which they often listen to the Gospel. There is not one missionary who has ever been in the interior, who will deny, or even mitigate, a word that I have written. Is it likely, now, that the barbarism of these people will prevent the success of missions? But I will not rest on inferences. I will state facts which have become a part of history, and ought to be universally known.

"In the first place, then, no missionary has ever abode for a few days in any town of the interior without preaching to swarms of deeply interested people of both sexes and all ages. No missionary has ever preached in a town for two or three months without gaining some converts. At least I have heard of none. It fell to my lot, under the providence of God, to be the first who ever preached in the interior, and the first to consecrate the streams of Sudan by baptism. I had not been in Yoruba four weeks before several professed to believe, and I saw there some of the clearest cases of conviction and conversion. I have known two or three cases of people who believed under the first sermon. I have met with people from the more remote interior, who believed in Christ and had renounced idolatry from hearing missionaries only a few times, nearer the coast. There are converts in many parts of Yoruba where Christ was first named in 1852.

TREASURER, William Coppinger.

MANAGERS.

L. P. Gebhard, M. D.
W. Parker Foulke,
John W. Claghorn,
William V. Pettit,
John Marston, U. S., N.
Thomas Wattson,

William P. Breed,
Thomas S. Malcolm,
Alfred Cookman,
Silas E. Weir,
N. S. Cummings,
Edward S. Morris.

DEATH OF FRIENDS.

We are compelled to announce the decease of
individuals eminently devoted to the cause of
the Institution, the loss of whose influence and exertion
this Society will long deplore.

HON. JOHN BREWSTER, sunk gently to his fine
rest at Shirleysburg, Huntingdon County, Penn's
on the 5th of December. For many years he was
Vice President of this Society, and repeatedly by
pecuniary contributions, evinced his interest in the
object which it was established to promote. Havin
determined to be his own executor, he three year
ago gave to leading charitable and benevolent
organizations about $20,000. Of this sum the
Pennsylvania Colonization Society was enrich
ing with $2,500. In commemoration of the high sen
entertained by his colleagues in the Colonization
Board of the liberality and enlightened benevolen
ilustrated in this act, his name was applied
one of the Receptacles about that time sent to Lib
ria, and towards the expense of which a large po
tion of his generous gift was applied.

JACOB WAGENER, Esq., who died at Easto
Penn'a, on the 14th of December, was distinguish
ed for his unostentatious charities. He had lon
shown himself deeply and strongly interested in the
scheme of African Colonization.

The Rev. Dr. M. B. Hope, who expired sudden
at Princeton, N. J., on the 17th December, was
devoted friend of the African race. During the
greater part of the year 1839 he served the Pen
sylvania Colonization Society as General Agent as
Corresponding Secretary, filling the duties of the
appointment with signal success.

AN ERROR CORRECTED.

A paragraph is going the rounds of the pres
to the effect that the ship Rebecca, Captain Carte
arrived at Monrovia, in July last, under charter
from the American Colonization Society, wit
forty-two of the McDonogh servants, from Ne
Orleans, and then proceeded to the Congo river for
a cargo of African slaves.

It is due to the Colonization Society to correct
this misapprehension of connecting it or its officer
with the Rebecca. They have had nothing to do
with that ship. Bound to the coast of Africa, the
New Orleans and Baltimore agents for Mr. M.
Donogh's estate engaged a passage in her for hi
people, as the most economical mode of sending
them. They probably did not know what would b
her destination after landing them. The Secretar
of the American Colonization Society advised
different plan, and consequently had no responsibil
ity in the case.

The Colonization Society has done much to pre
vent the spread of fire and the sword in Wester
Africa to obtain slaves. Liberia has effectual
broken up this accursed traffic for several hundre
miles of sea-coast and inland indefinitely. It
true to its long settled policy of arresting and crus
ing out the domestic and foreign slave-trade, b
developing the vast resources of the great contin
by civilization and Christian settlement, by coverin
its plains with tropical plantations and popula
towns, and making its numerous rivers so man
highways of an active, honorable and valuabl
commerce.

It is hoped that the people of New Orleans wi
obtain an account of the history of the Rebecca
after her departure from Monrovia. It is a pit an
a shame that though all Christendom has resolv
to abolish the slave-trade, yet the love of gain st
stimulates the hardened in crime to attempt, at a
hazards, their depredations on human liberty.

THE PRESS OF LIBERIA.

It has often been remarked, and generally wi
truth, that a correct opinion of the growth of a pla
can be formed by marking the progress of newspa
establishments. One hundred years after

## ARTICLE XI.

The Annual Meeting shall consist of the regular officers and members of the Society at the time of such meeting, and of delegates from other coöperating Societies, each Society being entitled to one representative.

## ARTICLE XII.

The Committee on Missions shall be composed of persons who profess a saving faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.

## ARTICLE XIII.

This Constitution shall be altered only at an annual meeting of the Society, by vote of two thirds of the members present, upon a proposal to that effect transmitted to the Corresponding Secretary, and published in the City of New-York at least two months prior to the annual meeting.

Persons wishing to coöperate with this Society, may address the President or Corresponding Secretary, at the office, 23 Bible House, New-York.

## PREAMBLE.

IT has pleased Almighty God to permit the interior of Africa to be made known to us during the last few years, by the efforts of missionaries and explorers, to an extent hitherto deemed almost impossible. The facts which have become public concerning its climate, soil, productions, minerals, and vast capabilities for improvement, are such, that we can no longer mistake the intention of the Divine Mind toward Africa.

It is evident that the prophecy that "Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God," is on the point of fulfillment, and that the work, when commenced, shall be "soon" accomplished, when compared with the apparently slow progress of the Gospel in the other grand divisions of the globe. In order, therefore, to aid in this great work, and promote the evangelization and civilization of Africa, as well as the welfare of her children in all lands, we have formed ourselves into an Association, to be known as the African Civilization Society, and we severally agree to be governed by the following

## CONSTITUTION.

### ARTICLE I.

This Society shall be called the "African Civilization Society," and shall act in harmony with all other societies, whose objects are similar to those of this Association.

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## ARTICLE II.

The objects of this Society shall be the evangelization and civilization of Africa, and of the descendants of African ancestors in any portion of the earth, wherever dispersed. Also, the destruction of the African slave-trade, by the introduction of lawful commerce and trade into Africa; the promotion of the growth of cotton and other products there, whereby the natives may become industrious producers as well as consumers of articles of commerce; and generally, the elevation of the condition of the colored population of our own country, and of other lands.

## ARTICLE III.

Should it be deemed requisite to send out missionaries, or other religious teachers, under the auspices of this Society, none shall be sent who shall teach doctrines which shall justify or aid in perpetuating any system of human slavery or involuntary servitude; and in the examination of candidates for the missionary work, only those doctrines known as evangelic, without regard to sect, shall be required from those chosen to that work.

## ARTICLE IV.

The donation or subscription of not less than one dollar annually, shall constitute any individual of good moral character a member of this Society; and the payment at one time of twenty-five dollars, shall make any person a life-member.

## ARTICLE V.

The officers of this Society shall be a President, Vice-Presidents, a Board of Twenty Directors, a Recording Secretary, a Corresponding Secretary, and a Treasurer, who shall hold office for one year, and until their successors are regularly chosen.

## ARTICLE VI.

The members of this Society may be distinguished as either active, corresponding, or honorary members.

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## ARTICLE VII.

The President shall preside at all meetings of the Society, and in event of his absence, one of the Vice-Presidents shall discharge his duties. The Recording Secretary shall keep a regular and distinct account of the transactions of the Society. The Corresponding Secretary shall conduct the correspondence of the Society, and also act as its General Agent, under the direction, and with the consent of the Board of Directors.

The Treasurer shall keep the accounts, and have charge of the funds of the Society, holding them subject to the control of the Board of Directors.

## ARTICLE VIII.

The President, Vice-Presidents, Secretaries, and Treasurer shall be ex-officio members and officers of the Board of Directors.

The Board of Directors shall manage and regulate the affairs of the Society, and shall have power to make By-Laws for its own government, so as to fully control the business and funds of the Society.

Five members of the Board of Directors, when regularly convened, shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.

## ARTICLE IX.

The Board of Directors shall have power to form special committees from among their own number and to fill any vacancy occurring among the officers, for any time intervening before the regular election.

## ARTICLE X.

The Society shall hold an annual meeting during the month of May, on any day the Board of Directors may designate, to elect officers, receive reports, and transact its official business, not otherwise delegated to the Board of Directors.

Special meetings may be held at other times, as the Board of Directors may designate.

African Civilization Society.

PREAMBLE.

It has pleased Almighty God to permit the interior of Africa to be made known to us during the last few years, by the efforts of missionaries and explorers, to an extent hitherto deemed almost impossible. The facts which have become public concerning its climate, soil, productions, minerals, and vast capabilities for improvement, are such, that we can no longer mistake the intention of the Divine Mind toward Africa.

It is evident that the prophecy that "Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God," is on the point of fulfillment, and that the work, when commenced, shall be "soon" accomplished, when compared with the apparently slow progress of the Gospel in the other grand divisions of Africa, to be continued in this great work, and promote the evangelization and civilization of Africa, as well as the welfare of her children in all lands, we have formed ourselves into an Association, to be known as the African Civilization Society, and we severally agree to be governed by the following

CONSTITUTION.

ARTICLE I.

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## ARTICLE II.

## ARTICLE III.

## ARTICLE IV.

## ARTICLE V.

## ARTICLE VI.

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## ARTICLE VII.

## ARTICLE VIII.

## ARTICLE IX.

The Board of Directors shall have power to form special committees from among their own number, and to fill any vacancy occurring among the officers, for any time intervening before the regular election.

## ARTICLE X.

African Civilization Society.

## PREAMBLE.

## CONSTITUTION.

### ARTICLE I.

2

## ARTICLE II.

## ARTICLE III.

## ARTICLE IV.

## ARTICLE V.

## ARTICLE VI.

3

## ARTICLE VII.

## ARTICLE VIII.

## ARTICLE IX.

## ARTICLE X.

4

## ARTICLE XI.

## ARTICLE XII.

## ARTICLE XIII.

African Civilization Society.

## PREAMBLE.

## CONSTITUTION.

### ARTICLE I.

2

## ARTICLE II.

## ARTICLE III.

## ARTICLE IV.

## ARTICLE V.

## ARTICLE VI.

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## ARTICLE VII.

## ARTICLE VIII.

## ARTICLE IX.

## ARTICLE X.

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ARTICLE XI.

ARTICLE XII.

ARTICLE XIII.

This Constitution shall be altered only at an annual
meeting of the Society, by vote of two thirds of the
members present, upon a proposal to that effect trans-
mitted to the Corresponding Secretary, and published in
the City of New-York at least two months prior to the
annual meeting.

Testimonial to

REV. THEODORE BOURNE, FOR SERVICES RENDERED

TO

THE REV. THEODORE BOURNE, (son of the late Rev. GEORGE BOURNE, a native of England, and for more than forty years the staunch friend and champion of the Negroes in America,) came to England, in 1859, on behalf of an increasing portion of the free people of colour in the United States, who are desirous of going to Africa and other tropical regions, for the double purpose of ameliorating their own condition, and promoting the elevation and best interests of their brethren.

As the Secretary of the African Civilization Society, he advocated the cause of these free people of colour, on the united ground of promoting freedom and counteracting the Slave-trade, Civilizing and Christianizing Africa, and serving the interests of free labour by relieving trade from its present reliance on the products of Slave labour.

He has succeeded in making the cause advantageously known in various quarters, and to persons of various classes, and more especially amongst the religious world—the Merchants and Manufacturers connected with the Cotton interest, and likewise the West Indian proprietors, who desire that a portion of the coloured Americans alluded to may be attracted to those regions.

The African Society on whose behalf Mr. BOURNE has been engaged to enlist public sympathy in England for the civilization of Africa, concluded, in consequence of the formation of a British Committee, to discontinue their Agency here.

Some of his friends, possessing a knowledge of these facts, which

have been recognized by the Committee of the African Aid Society in the subjoined resolution, have, in consequence, concluded to invite the co-operation of friends of Africa towards a Testimonial in his favour. They trust that this mark of approbation will convey to Rev. Mr. BOURNE their sense of his diligent and faithful labours for the oppressed Negro race, and will be gratifying to him—not merely during his stay in this country, but after his return to America, where he may be engaged serving the cause, and aiding in the selection and dispatch of emigrants, whether to Africa or the West Indies.

THOMAS HODGKIN, M.D.

J. W. RICHARDSON.

African Aid Society,

7, ADAM STREET, STRAND, W.C.,

London, November 12th, 1860.

The Secretary presents his compliments to Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, and has much pleasure in handing him the following extract from the Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee of this Society, held on the 8th inst :—

EXTRACT.

"It having been brought under the notice of this Committee that the Rev. THEO. BOURNE had ceased to be the Foreign Secretary of the African Civilization Society of New York, and the Committee being desirous of recording its sense of Mr. BOURNE's services in diffusing information regarding the same objects as those sought to be obtained by the African Aid Society,

"Resolved: That a donation be contributed towards a Testimonial to the Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, if his friends should originate and support such an expression of their esteem."

Chairman of the Committee,

LORD ALFRED S. CHURCHILL, M.P.

London, January, 1861.

We cordially concur in the above proposal for a testimonial to Mr. Bourne as the expression of our personal esteem, and in token of our high appreciation of his services in the promotion of this important object.

RICHARD BARRETT.

GEORGE ROYDS BIRCH.

BODDINGTON AND CO.

J. BALDWIN BROWN, B.A.

JOHN CAMPBELL, D.D.

THOMAS JAMES.

D. GRIFFITHS JONES, M.D.

HENRY JONES, M.A.

CHARLES MAKINS

SAMUEL MINTON, M.A.

GERARD RALSTON.

HENRY RICHARD.

NORTON SHAW, M.D.

GEORGE SMITH.

ARTHUR TIDMAN, D.D.

JOSEPH KIDGER TUCKER.

WILLIAM TWEEDIE.

JOHN WADDINGTON, D.D.

OCTAVIUS WINSLOW, D.D.

GEORGE YONGE.

The following members of the Testimonial Committee will have much pleasure in receiving contributions, from friends interested in African Civilization, for this fund :—

REV. G. R. BIRCH, (7, Adam-street, Strand, W.C.)

REV. J. BALDWIN BROWN, B.A., (150, Albany-street, N.W.)

GERARD RALSTON, ESQ., Treasurer, (21, Tokenhouse-yard, E.C.)

REV. J. W. RICHARDSON, (101, Euston-road, N.W.)

REV. JOHN WADDINGTON, D.D. (9, Surrey-square, S.)

SUBSCRIPTIONS ALREADY RECEIVED.

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<table><thead><tr><th></th><th>£</th><th>s.</th><th>d.</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Thomas Fox, Bristol</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>J. Epps, Esq., M.D.</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>William Wilson, Esq.</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Rev. J. W. Richardson</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Rev. F. Gell</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Rev. Dr. Waddington</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Rev. T. James</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Robert Charleton</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>Misses Cogan</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>John Henry Gurney, Esq.</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td>A Friend (M.D.)</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table>

Testimonial to

TO

He has succeeded in making the cause advantageously known in various quarters, and to persons of various classes, and more especially amongst the religious world—the Merchants and Manufacturers connected with the Cotton interest, and likewise the West Indian proprietors, who desire that a portion of the coloured American alluded to may be attracted to those regions.

The Secretary presents his compliments to the Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, and has much pleasure in handing him the following extract from the Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee of this Society, held on the 8th inst:—

EXTRACT.

"It having been brought under the notice of this Committee that the Rev. THEO. BOURNE had ceased to be the Foreign Secretary of the African Civilization Society of New York, and the Committee being desirous of recording its sense of Mr. BOURNE'S services in diffusing information regarding the same objects as those sought to be obtained by the African Aid Society.

London, December, 1860.

We cordially concur in the above proposal for a testimonial to
Mr. BOURNE as the expression of our personal esteem, and in token of
our high appreciation of his services in the promotion of his important
object.

JAMES BALDWIN BROWN. JOHN CAMPBELL, D.D.

JOHN WADDINGTON.

HENRY JONES, M.A. GEORGE ROYDS BIRCH.

GERARD RALSTON,

We invite your attention to the magnitude of the interests involved in these objects, and their paramount claims upon us all as lovers of humanity, as well as Christians. Hitherto the colored people of the United States have felt less interest in the welfare of Africa than their white brethren, but now a deep and wide-spread solicitude is manifested for the conversion and elevation of the nations of sunny Africa. The time has arrived when they perceive their duty as well as privilege in regard to that long-neglected region. They feel that they may be the agents, in God's providence, to introduce the Gospel and a true Christian civilization into Africa. The remarkable discoveries of Livingstone, Bowen, and Barth, and the interesting accounts by Wilson and Thompson, have opened a new field of Christian enterprise, as well as commercial activity; and the millions of Central Africa are now awaiting those movements of Christians in America and Great Britain which contemplate their temporal as well as spiritual welfare. Through the accounts furnished us in Bowen's Central Africa, and by the letters of Mr. Clark, and other missionaries in Yoruba, the colored Churches in the United States are awaking to the consciousness that they have a work to perform for Africa, and that they possess those elements of power, mental and moral, which fit them to share in the glorious work of Africa's redemption. The idea that they can aid in destroying the inhuman Slave-trade, as well as introduce pure Christianity to their "fatherland," besides directly elevating all branches of the great African family of nations, has deeply moved the hearts of multitudes of noble-minded Christians of African descent, and they desire to be made instrumental in accomplishing the great work.

They desire to establish Christian industrial settlements in Yoruba, west of the Niger, and near its banks, in a fertile, healthy, and attractive region, which at present is uninhabited, owing to causes described in the work referred to. This region is admirably situated in the highway of trade for Central Africa, and can produce cotton, indigo, rice, sugar, and other articles of constant demand, thus affording a supply of free-labor groceries and cotton, to those who prefer them. That region might soon be transformed into a flourishing Christian nationality, from whence the blessings of the gospel of peace would flow to the myriads of teeming Ethiopia. Thus the preaching of the Gospel would be accompanied with the powerful ocular demonstration of Christian communities, springing into active existence, and presenting models for the imitation of the inquisitive tribes of Africa. The cotton-plant is indigenous there, and a trade has already commenced which bids fair to supply all the demands which are made through the rapidly increasing use of the article. It is already a serious obstacle to the Slave-trade, as the natives find it more profitable to engage in the cotton-culture than in the inhuman traffic in men. It may prove in time to be the solution of the problem, "How to remedy the curse of American Slavery?" The laws of trade may unite with the efforts of philanthropists to secure the peaceful extinction of that evil system.

Another point is, that a lawful commerce of exceeding magnitude will result from these efforts, and manufactures to the extent of millions will be imported to supply the wants of the people as they become civilized; and legitimate trade will supplant the agonizing desolations produced by the inroads of pirate slavers.

Thus the preaching of Christ, and the introduction of Christian civilization and lawful commerce, will elevate the nations of Africa, and also afford a sphere for the development of Christian zeal and commercial activity among the educated men of color in the United States, thus aiding in the work of elevation HERE, which is so imperatively necessary. These objects may all be accomplished, with the Divine blessing, if the means are furnished to send forth those who are anxious to go. Many educated colored ministers are now waiting to be sent forth to preach the gospel of Christ in their beloved fatherland. In addition, a large number of agriculturists, and mechanics of all kinds, stand ready to undertake the work of founding a Christian nationality in Central Africa, but most of them lack the necessary means. Owing to cruel prejudice still existing at the North, their avocations are such as to preclude them generally from amassing wealth, and they therefore look to the Christian love and generosity of their more privileged white brethren to aid them.

The American churches and people owe to their fellow-countrymen of African descent a very heavy debt. Generation after generation have toiled in anguish and poverty here, and have materially aided in building up our present commercial greatness; we should not refuse to aid them then, now that they have responded to the Macedonian cry, from the palmy plains and sunny fountains of Africa. The preaching of the Gospel must be in the spirit of unity, love, and truth, and it is therefore hoped that this design will meet with the favor and support of all classes and denominations who desire the spread of the Gospel, and the redemption of Africa.

The colored churches of America wish to engage in this glorious work, and the African Civilization Society affords an opportunity for all to combine under the banner of Immanuel, forgetting their minor differences in the ennobling work of preaching Christ to the benighted nations. With the divine blessing, "Ethiopia will soon stretch out her hands unto God," and by a blessed providence, through the instrumentality of her own children, whose hearts are now burning within them for an opportunity to preach the Gospel in the land of their ancestral greatness. The natives of Central Africa earnestly explore our aid, they are loudly calling for missionaries and teachers, and we can not neglect them.

The Board of Directors of the African Civilization Society earnestly appeal to the liberal-hearted for the necessary means to secure these important results. They feel certain that when it is known that colored brethren of the faith, the children of our common Father, now await their aid, it will be cheerfully and affectionately granted them.

Donations and subscriptions may be forwarded to the Treasurer or Corresponding Secretary, by whom they will be acknowledged.

Annual subscription, One Dollar, or more; Life-Membership, Twenty-five Dollars.

HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET, President.

ELLIS A. POTTER, *Recording Secretary.*

ISAAC T. SMITH, Treasurer,
Mariners' Savings Institution, No. 1 Third Avenue.
T. BOURNE, Corresponding Secretary,
23 Bible House.

DIRECTORS.

ROBERT SEARS,
H. M. WILSON,
ISAAC T. SMITH,
P. S. PORTER,
FRANCIS BOURNE,
STEPH. WOOD, M.D.,

H. H. GARNET,
ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY,
ROBERT HAMILTON,
JAMES O. POND, M.D.,
B. W. WILKINS,
A. W. LARKIN,

A. S. BALL, M.D.,
E. P. ROGERS,
T. G. CAMPBELL,
STEPH. V. DOUGLAS,
I. B. WILSON,
T. BOURNE.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.

"Come over and help us."

Office of African Civilization Society,
23 BIBLE HOUSE.

New-York, 1859.

DEAR SIR:

The Board of Directors of the African Civilization Society would respectfully call your attention to the objects and prospects of the cause they represent. The objects are, as set forth in the second article of the Constitution, "The Evangelization and Civilization of Africa, and the descendants of African ancestors wherever dispersed. The destruction of the African Slave-trade by the introduction of lawful commerce into Africa; the promotion of the growth of cotton, and other products there, whereby the natives may become industrious producers as well as consumers of articles of commerce; and generally, the elevation of the condition of the colored population of our own country and of other lands." The third article provides that missionaries may be sent out by this Society, "without regard to sect," provided they hold the doctrines usually termed evangelic.

The colored churches of America wish to engage in this glorious work, and the African Civilization
Society affords an opportunity for all to combine under the banner of Immanuel, forgetting their minor
differences in the ennobling work of preaching Christ to the benighted nations. With the divine blessing,
"Ethiopia will soon stretch out her hands unto God," and by a blessed providence, through the
instrumentality of her own children, whose hearts are now burning within them for an opportunity to
preach the Gospel in the land of their ancestral greatness. The natives of Central Africa earnestly im-
plore our aid, they are loudly calling for missionaries and teachers, and we can not neglect them.

The Board of Directors of the African Civilization Society earnestly appeal to the liberal-hearted
for the necessary means to secure these important results. They feel certain that when it is known that
colored brethren of the faith, the children of our common Father, now await their aid, it will be cheer-
fully and affectionately granted them.

ELLIS A. POTTER, Recording Secretary.

ISAAC T. SMITH, Treasurer,

23 Bible House.

DIRECTORS.

ROBERT SEARS,

H. M. WILSON,

ISAAC T. SMITH,

P. S. PORTER,

FRANCIS BOURNE,

STEPH. WOOD, M.D.,

H. H. GARNET,

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY,

ROBERT HAMILTON,

JAMES O. POND, M.D.,

B. W. WILKINS,

A. W. LARKIN,

A. S. BALL, M.D.,

E. P. ROGERS,

T. G. CAMPBELL,

STEPH. V. DOUGLAS,

I. B. WILSON,

T. BOURNE.

paramount claims upon us all as lovers of humanity, as well as Christians. Hitherto the colored people of the United States have felt less interest in the welfare of Africa than their white brethren, but now a deep and wide-spread solicitude is manifested for the conversion and elevation of the nations of sunny Africa. The time has arrived when they perceive their duty as well as privilege in regard to that long-neglected region. The remarkable discoveries of Livingstone, Bowen, and Barth, and the interesting accounts by Wilson and Thompson, have opened a new field of Christian enterprise, as well as commercial activity; and the millions of Central Africa are now awaiting those movements of Christians in America and Great Britain which contemplate their temporal as well as spiritual welfare. Through the accounts furnished us in Bowen's Central Africa, and by the letters of other missionaries in Yoruba, the colored Churches in the United States are awaking to the consciousness that they have a work to perform for Africa, and that they possess those elements of power, mental and moral, which fit them to share in the glorious work of Africa's redemption. The idea that they can aid in destroying the inhuman Slave-trade, as well as introduce pure Christianity to their "fatherland," besides directly elevating all branches of the great African family of nations, has deeply moved the hearts of multitudes of noble-minded Christians of African descent, and they desire to be made instrumental in accomplishing the great work.

The American churches and people owe to their fellow-countrymen of African descent a very heavy debt. Generation after generation have toiled in anguish and poverty here, and have materially aided in building up our present commercial greatness. We should not refuse to aid them then, now that they have responded to the Macedonian cry, from the palmy plains and sunny fountains of Africa. The preaching of the Gospel must be in the spirit of unity, love, and truth, and it is therefore hoped that this design will meet with the favor and support of all classes and denominations who desire the spread of the Gospel and the redemption of Africa.

The colored churches of America wish to engage in this glorious work, and the African Civilization Society affords an opportunity for all to combine under the banner of Immanuel, forgetting their minor differences in the ennobling work of preaching Christ to the benighted nations. With the Divine blessing, "Ethiopia will soon stretch out her hands unto God," and by a blessed providence, through the

instrumentality of her own children, whose hearts are now burning within them for an opportunity to
preach the Gospel in the land of their ancestral greatness. The natives of Central Africa earnestly im.
plore our aid; they are loudly calling for missionaries and teachers, and we can not neglect them.

JOHN PETERSON, *Recording Secretary.*

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY, Treasurer, 65 Broad Street.

N. B.—Communications on general business of the Society may be directed, during the absence of the Secretary, (until 1st September,) to Rev. H. H. GARNET, 23 Bible House, New-York.

DIRECTORS.

CHAS. ABERNETHY,
ROBERT SEARS,
H. H. GARNET,
ISAAC T. SMITH,
P. S. PORTER,
FRANCIS BOURNE,
H. M. WILSON,

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY,
ROBERT HAMILTON,
JAMES O. POND, M.D.,
B. W. WILKINS,
GEORGE C. LUCAS,
JOHN J. WASHINGTON,
J. B. WILSON,

A. S. BALL, M.D.,

A. N. FREEMAN.

T. G. CAMPBELL,
JOHN PETERSON,
S. T. GRAY,
T. BOURNE.

Plans contemplated for Action in Great Britain.

1.—To form a Society, with auxiliary branches, in this country, to aid the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY OF NEW YORK, conjointly with us, to carry out the objects of promoting the Christian civilization of Africa, by means of Christian coloured settlers from America; and to instruct the natives in improved modes of art, manufactures, and the cultivation of the soil.

2.—To form in Great Britain a commercial company to employ the services of coloured agents of the above description in Yoruba and other districts of Central Africa, especially on or near the Niger; to purchase, collect, and forward articles of African commerce, especially cotton, sugar, rice, palm oil, &c.; and in return to sell to the natives of Africa the various articles of British manufacture.

It is understood that these plans, though separate, have a beneficial influence upon each other. The Secretary is authorized to state, that a gentleman who has contributed liberally towards the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY will, if others unite with him, take stock to the amount of £2,000 sterling in a "Central African Commercial Company," so that the settlers may be sure of work at the outset when they arrive, and at once be able to carry out their plans. Such a company would do very much to hasten the result aimed at. Shall the company be soon formed ?

From the "British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Reporter," November 1st, 1859.

"We would be glad if the plans of this Society were known to all the friends of the African race in the United Kingdom. The President is the Rev. HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET, a coloured Minister, who is extensively and favourably known throughout Great Britain. Its Vice-Presidents and other officers are of both races; among whom are Rev. ALBERT BARNES, ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY, Rev. HENRY WILKES, D.D., DILLWYN PARRISH, WILLIAM WHIPPER, Chief-Justice HORNBLOWER, GEORGE W. TAYLOR, Rev. J. T. HOLLY, Rev. E. P. ROGERS, Rev. THEODORE L. CUYLER, BENJAMIN COATES, and other well-known Philanthropists."

LONDON EMANCIPATION COMMITTEE.

At a Meeting of the London Emancipation Committee, held on Saturday, 22nd October, 1859, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted:—

RESOLVED:

"That this meeting desires to express its sympathy with the objects of the African Civilization Society, in so far as they are calculated to promote the growth and exportation of free labour produce from the African Continent, and the establishment of a line of free settlements along the West-Coast of Africa,—a policy which is the most likely to secure the ultimate extinction of the Slave trade."

See *Anti-Slavery Advocate*, December 1st, 1859.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY

(OF NEW YORK).

PRESIDENT.

REVEREND HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET.

VICE-PRESIDENTS.

Rev. ALBERT BARNES, Philadelphia.

Rev. ASA D. SMITH, D.D., New York.

Rev. STEPHEN SMITH, Philadelphia.

ALFRED COPE, Philadelphia.

Rev. THEODORE L. CUYLER, New York.

GEORGE W. TAYLOR, Philadelphia.

WILLIAM WHIPPER, Pennsylvania.

DILLWYN PARRISH, Philadelphia.

Rev. HENRY WARD BEECHER, Brooklyn.

Rev. Professor STOWE, Massachusetts.

Rev. E. P. ROGERS, New Jersey.

Hon. JOSEPH C. HORNBLOWER, New Jersey.

Rev. HENRY WILKES, D.D., Montreal.

Rev. J. T. HOLLY, New Haven.

BENJAMIN COATES, Philadelphia.

Rev. WILLIAM DOUGLAS, Philadelphia; Etc.

TREASURER.

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY.

Recording Secretary: — JOHN PETERSON.

Corresponding Secretary: — THEODORE BOURNE.

DIRECTORS.

CHARLES ABERNETHY.

ROBERT SEARS.

H. H. GARNET.

ISAAC T. SMITH.

P. S. PORTER.

FRANCIS BOURNE.

H. M. WILSON.

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY.

ROBERT HAMILTON.

JAMES. O. POND, M.D.

B. W. WILKINS.

GEORGE C. LUCAS.

JOHN J. WASHINGTON.

J. B. WILSON.

A. S. BALL, M.D.

A. N. FREEMAN.

T. G. CAMPBELL.

JOHN PETERSON.

S. T. GRAY.

T. BOURNE.

DEAR SIR,

LONDON,

1859.

On behalf of the BOARD OF DIRECTORS of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, I would respectfully call your attention to the objects and prospects of the cause they represent. The objects are, as set forth in the second article of the Constitution, "The Evangelization and Civilization of Africa, and the descendants of "African ancestors, wherever dispersed; the destruction of the African Slave Trade by the introduction of lawful "commerce into Africa; the promotion of the growth of cotton and other products there, whereby the natives may "become industrious producers, as well as consumers, of articles of commerce; and, generally, the elevation of the "condition of the coloured population of our own country and of other lands."

From the deep sympathy which the people of Great Britain and Ireland have manifested on behalf of the African race, as well as from the varied interests involved—which will so much enhance the prosperity of this country, if successful—it has been deemed expedient to place this Society in communication with the friends of Africa in the United Kingdom. A brief glance will show that, if the intelligent people of colour in the United States can obtain a proper field for the development of their talents and energies, they will soon indicate to the world their equal capacity with all other races to fulfil the mission which God has given them to perform. Such a field is now open before them in Africa, the West Indies, &c.; and encouragement now will nerve them for fresh achievements in the future.

The benefits to be derived from carrying out the plans of this Society will accrue to both Great Britain and the United States. Its success will aid in bringing about the era of liberty to the oppressed, while it will stimulate the energies of the coloured race to continued efforts in self-improvement. The time has come when Christians perceive that it is right to bring commerce, trade, and the multiform business of life under the dominion of the law of Christ; and as men *will* penetrate the remotest bounds of earth in the service of commerce, they *should* go among the heathens AS CHRISTIANS,—and while exchanging the manufactures of the nation for the raw materials of other lands, they may also give them the glorious Gospel of the Redeemer in exchange for the wild fantasies of superstition. It is thus that this Society would use Agriculture and Commerce as obedient handmaids to Christianity.

We invite your attention to the magnitude of the interests involved in these objects, and their paramount claims upon us all, as lovers of humanity, as well as Christians.

There are many noble-minded Christians of African descent who desire to establish Industrial Settlements in the eastern part of Yoruba, west of the Niger, and near its banks, in a fertile, healthy, and attractive region, which at present is nearly uninhabited, and is accessible for peaceful settlers. This region is admirably situated in the

highway of trade for Central Africa, and can produce cotton, indigo, rice, sugar, and other articles of constant
demand,—and could thus afford a constant supply of free-labour groceries and cotton. That territory might soon
be transformed into a flourishing Christian nationality, from whence the blessings of the Gospel of Peace would flow
to the myriads of teeming Ethiopia,—thus presenting a model for the imitation of the inquisitive tribes of Africa.
The cotton plant is indigenous there, and is, already, a serious obstacle to the Slave Trade, as the natives find it more
profitable to engage in the cotton culture than in the inhuman traffic in men. It may prove in time to be the solution of
the problem, "How to remedy the curse of American Slavery?"

Thus the preaching of Christ, and the introduction of Christian civilization and lawful commerce, will elevate
the nations of Africa, and also afford a sphere for the development of Christian zeal and commercial activity among the
educated men of colour in the United States, thus aiding in the work of elevation *THERE*, which is so imperatively
necessary. Many educated coloured ministers are now waiting to be sent forth to preach the Gospel of
Christ in their beloved fatherland. In addition, a large number of agriculturists, and mechanics of all kinds, stand
ready to undertake the work of founding a Christian nationality in Central Africa, but most of them lack the necessary
means. Owing to cruel prejudice still existing even at the North, their avocations are such as to preclude them generally
from amassing wealth, and they therefore look to the Christian love and generosity of their more privileged white
brethren to aid them.

As the prosperity of a large number of people depends upon a constant supply of cotton, it will be seen by
commercial men that a scheme like this cannot fail to protect their interests in a very vital point, besides adding to the
welfare of the millions of Ethiopia. When it is remembered that Africa may be rendered the great cotton growing
region of the world, all will understand at a glance what an impetus would be given to Christian civilization, commerce,
manufactures, and the cause of liberty, were this work pushed forward with vigour. If so great results have already
occurred through the activities produced by cotton culture at a distance from its native place, what would be the results
were it extensively cultivated on its native soil, by free native labour, aided by the intelligence of those who now desire
to return to the land of their fathers, to educate, enlighten, and elevate those who are in ignorance and idolatry. It
should not be forgotten that cotton is a native African plant, which has been transferred to the United States, and the
African along with it, to produce in hard bondage that which might be the source of wealth and happiness to him if
cultivated in Africa.

The plans of this Society have been approved by many of the leading men in the United States of both races;
and if they are rendered successful by timely sympathy and aid, the results will be:—The extension of Christianity and
Christian civilization in Africa—the destruction of the Slave Trade—the extension of commerce and the area of
cotton cultivation—the enlargement of the market for British as well as American manufactures—and the general
elevation of the African race on both sides of the Atlantic.

The Board of Directors of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY earnestly appeal to the liberal-hearted in Great
Britain for their co-operation, in order to secure these important results. They feel certain that, when it is known that
coloured brethren of the faith—the children of our common Father—await their aid, it will be cheerfully granted them.

I am (on behalf of the Board of Directors),

Yours very respectfully,

THEODORE BOURNE,

(COR. SEC.)

N.B. — Contributions for this cause, or invitations to Lecture, Letters, &c., may be directed at London to
Rev. T. BOURNE, care of L. A. CHAMEROYZOW, Esq., Secretary of the British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society,
27, New Broad Street, E.C.; at Manchester, to the care of THOMAS CLEGG, Esq., 42, Corporation Street.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.—MEETING IN LONDON.

(From the London Morning Star.)

A MEETING of the friends of African Civilization and Evangelization was held at 35, Bedford Square, on Thursday evening, the 18th August, 1859, to hear a statement from Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary of the African Civilization Society of New York, concerning the plans and objects of that Association. James Bell, Esq., was appointed Chairman, and Dr. Thomas Hodgkin, Secretary. After a full statement in relation to the Society and its plans, various enquiries were made, and addresses delivered by Rev. George Osborn, Messrs. Bell, Hodgkin, Tweedie, Reynolds, &c. The following resolution was offered by Dr. Hodgkin; seconded by Mr. Thomas Reynolds :—

"Resolved that this Meeting has heard with much interest and satisfaction the statements made by the Rev. T. Bourne, concerning the origin, objects, and progress of the African Civilization Society, recently established in New York, by the free people of colour, in connection with their Anti-Slavery and Christian friends. It desires to express "its warm interest in the success of his mission to this country, and cordially commend him and the cause to the "numerous friends of the enslaved and oppressed, who concur in promoting the extinction of slavery, and the production "of the numerous tropical articles of commerce by free labour, unstained by slavery, and aiding the Christian "civilization of Africa. Also that a subscription be opened to aid in sending some of the proposed settlers to Yoruba."

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.
NOTICES-EXTRACTS.

From THOMAS CLEGG, Esq., Manchester.

TO THE FRIENDS OF THE AFRICAN RACE,

42, Corporation Street, Manchester, August 31st, 1859.

I beg to introduce to you the Rev. T. Bourne, as the representative of the African Civilization Society of New York. For some time I have been in correspondence with that Society, and have urged upon them the importance of Africa as a country admirably adapted for the growth of cotton, and that the value of the cotton when grown is equal to that of the New Orleans, or great staple article of America, upon which we are all so dependent; and that it can be grown much cheaper in Africa, by free labour, than in America, by slave labour; that by going back to their own fatherland they might raise themselves, civilize, Christianize, and elevate the country, and eventually supersede slavery altogether. These views have so fully coincided with the views of many in America who have the welfare of the black man at heart, that my letters have been printed and circulated far and wide, and many there are anxious to take part in the work, and make sacrifices for the good of their fellow men. The Rev. Mr. Bourne is deputed to raise money in England to enable those acting with him to select suitable families to go out, to provide an outfit, and give them a start in this important, and, to my mind, regenerative movement. May God bless the cause, and give him success!

I am, sincerely yours,

THOMAS CLEGG.

From the Rev. ALBERT BARNES, Philadelphia.

MY DEAR SIR,

Philadelphia, February 9th, 1859.

I have just received your letter and circular respecting the African Civilization Society, and I thank you for the honour which you have done me in making me a Vice-President. I had the opportunity to look a little into the plans and objects of the Society a few weeks ago; and they seem to me, as far as I understand them, to be benevolent and wise, and worthy of public confidence—in fact, suggesting the only feasible scheme for accomplishing the full designs of benevolence in regard to Africa and the coloured people of our country. The plan seems to me to have high claims to public confidence, and I shall cheerfully render it any aid in my power.

I am, very respectfully yours,

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.

ALBERT BARNES.

From the Rev. GEO. B. CHEEVER, D.D. (in New York Independent).

The vast importance of the commerce of Africa to the manufacturing nations of Europe, will soon cause a rush for the possession and cultivation of Central Africa; and now let the coloured men of America march in. Within a few years, by well-directed industry, they could be KING by means of cotton. . . . The important results which must follow the success of this scheme are manifest. The enterprise is already in operation in this city, in the formation of an African Civilization Society, on Christian principles; and we believe that, by the blessing of God, great things may grow out of it. It would mightily aid in Christianizing that whole district of country.

From the Rev. Drs. TYNG, DE WITT, HOLDICH, LATHROP, &c.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

The undersigned approve of the objects of the African Civilization Society, believing that the redemption of Africa, and the elevation of her descendants, will be hastened when her own children thus engage in the work of civilizing and evangelizing her long-neglected tribes. We recommend the society to the esteem and confidence of the Christian public, and trust that the debt which we owe to Africa will be repaid by sending thither the blessings of Christianity and Christian civilization.

STEPHEN H. TYNG,
THOMAS DE WITT,

JOSEPH HOLDICH,
EDWARD LATHROP, Etc. Etc.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

The plans of the African Civilization Society will commend themselves to the judgment of British philanthropists; and I have no doubt that Mr. Bourne will secure the co-operation of good men of every name in carrying them out. Nothing will so certainly and so speedily destroy Slavery in the United States as the growth in Africa, by free labour, of the cotton required by British manufacturers. I commend Mr. Bourne to the regard of all with whom I have any influence.

HENRY WILKES.

From the Rev. GEORGE THOMPSON, Missionary at the Mendi Station, West Africa.

Oberlin, Ohio, April 1st, 1859.

Your letter was received with emotions of high delight. It so nearly corresponds with feelings I have entertained for some time, that I could not but rejoice to see them in the form of an energetic organization. . . . I would unite what necessarily go together—civilization and evangelization. One cannot extensively and permanently flourish without the other. . . . In this way I have felt that I could do more for the general good of Africa than by preaching alone. . . . I have had strong desires to return to Africa—if the Lord should open my way, I would love to go to Yoruba, and enlist thousands of the natives in planting cotton, sugar, &c., and preach a full gospel there. . .

Yours for Africa's redemption,

Rev. T. Bourne.

GEORGE THOMPSON.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY. — NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

From the RIGHT REVEREND THE LORD BISHOP OF QUEBEC.

MY DEAR SIR,

Bardfield, near Quebec, August 23rd, 1859.

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf, a great part of which placed me out of all communication with the Post-office. . . . . . Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. . . . . I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

Rev. Theodore Bourne.

I am, dear Sir, faithfully yours,

G. J. QUEBEC.

I beg to introduce to you the Rev. T. Bourne, as the representative of the African Civilization Society of New York. For some time I have been in correspondence with that Society, and have urged upon them the importance of Africa as a country admirably adapted for the growth of cotton, and that the value of the cotton when grown is equal to that of the New Orleans, or great staple article of America, upon which we are all so dependent; and that it can be grown much cheaper in Africa, by free labour, than in America, by slave labour; that by going back to their own fatherland they might raise themselves, civilize, Christianize, and elevate the country, and eventually supersede slavery altogether. These views have fully coincided with the views of many in America who are anxious to take part in the work, and make sacrifices for the good of their fellow men. The Rev. Mr. Bourne is deputed to raise money in England to enable those acting with him to select suitable families to go out, to provide an outfit, and give them a start in this important, and, to my mind, regenerative movement. May God bless the cause, and give him success!

I am, sincerely yours,
THOMAS CLEGG.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.

ALBERT BARNES.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

STEPHEN H. TYNG,

THOMAS DE WITT,

JOSEPH HOLDICH,

EDWARD LATHROP, Etc. Etc.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

HENRY WILKES.

Rev. T. Bourne.

GEORGE THOMPSON.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.

## MEETING IN LONDON.

*(From the London Morning Star.)*

A MEETING of the friends of African Civilization and Evangelization was held at 35, Bedford Square, on Thursday evening, the 18th August, 1859, to hear a statement from Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary of the African Civilization Society of New York, concerning the plans and objects of that Association. James Bell, Esq., was appointed Chairman, and Dr. Thomas Hodgkin, Secretary. After a full statement in relation to the Society and its plans, various enquiries were made, and addresses delivered by Rev. George Osborn, Messrs. Bell, Hodgkin, Tweedie, Reynolds, &c. The following resolution was offered by Dr. Hodgkin; seconded by Mr. Thomas Reynolds:—

"Resolved, that this Meeting has heard with much interest and satisfaction the statements made by the Rev. T. Bourne, concerning the origin, objects, and progress of the African Civilization Society, recently established in New York, by the free people of colour, in connection with their Anti-Slavery and Christian friends. It desires to express "its warm interest in the success of his mission to this country, and cordially commend him and the cause to the "numerous friends of the enslaved and oppressed, who concur in promoting the extinction of slavery, and the production "of the numerous tropical articles of commerce by free labour, unstained by slavery, and aiding the Christian "civilization of Africa. Also that a subscription be opened to aid in sending some of the proposed settlers to Yoruba."

## MEETING IN MANCHESTER:

A MEETING, in advocacy of the claims of this society, was held yesterday afternoon, in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester. Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. M'Kerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; the Hon. C. H. Bartels, West Africa; Mr. Thomas Clegg, Dr. J. Watts, Mr. T. D. Crewdson, and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Thomas Clegg, Esq., proposed the following resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. M'Kerrow, D.D.:—

"Resolved, that this meeting cordially approves of the objects of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, and "recommends it to the favour and support of the people of Great Britain; and that it hails with pleasure this evidence "of the determination of the coloured race to engage in the great work of Christianizing and civilizing Africa, and also "to enter upon the arena of commerce and agriculture for themselves."

The Rev. Patrick Thomson, M.A., proposed the next resolution, which was seconded by Rev. Berkeley Addison, M.A., recommending a subscription in behalf of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, and the appointment of a Committee to carry out the resolutions, with power to add to their number.

*(See Manchester Papers for September 22, 1859.)*

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY

(OF NEW YORK).

PRESIDENT.

VICE-PRESIDENTS.

Rev. ALBERT BARNES, Philadelphia.
Rev. ASA D. SMITH, D.D., New York.
Rev. STEPHEN SMITH, Philadelphia.
ALFRED COPE, Philadelphia.
Rev. THEODORE L. CUYLER, New York.
GEORGE W. TAYLOR, Philadelphia.
WILLIAM WHIPPER, Pennsylvania.
DILLWYN PARRISH, Philadelphia.
Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, New York.

Rev. HENRY WARD BEECHER, Brooklyn.
Rev. Professor STOWE, Massachusetts.
Rev. E. P. ROGERS, New Jersey.
Hon. JOSEPH C. HORNBLOWER, New Jersey.
Rev. HENRY WILKES, D.D., Montreal.
Rev. J. T. HOLLY, New Haven.
BENJAMIN COATES, Philadelphia.
Rev. WILLIAM DOUGLAS, Philadelphia.
Rev. JEREMIAH ASHER, Philadelphia; Etc.

TREASURER.

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY.

Foreign Agent: — Rev. THEODORE BOURNE.

Corresponding Secretary: — Rev. A. A. CONSTANTINE.

DIRECTORS.

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY.
ROBERT HAMILTON.
JAMES O. POND, M.D.
B. W. WILKINS.
GEORGE C. LUCAS.
JOHN J. WASHINGTON.
J. B. WILSON.

A. S. BALL, M.D.
A. N. FREEMAN.
T. G. CAMPBELL.
JOHN PETERSON.
S. T. GRAY.
H. M. WILSON.

DEAR SIR,

LONDON,

1859.

From the deep sympathy which the people of Great Britain and Ireland have manifested on behalf of the African race, as well as from the varied interests involved—which will so much enhance the prosperity of this country, if successful — it has been deemed expedient to place this Society in communication with the friends of Africa in the United Kingdom. A brief glance will show that, if the intelligent people of colour in the United States can obtain a proper field for the development of their talents and energies, they will soon indicate to the world their equal capacity with all other races to fulfil the mission which God has given them to perform. Such a field is now open before them in Africa, the West Indies, &c.; and encouragement now will nerve them for fresh achievements in the future.

The benefits to be derived from carrying out the plans of this Society will accrue to both Great Britain and the United States. Its success will aid in bringing about the era of liberty to the oppressed, while it will stimulate the energies of the coloured race to continued efforts in self-improvement. The time has come when Christians perceive that it is right to bring commerce, trade, and the multifunction business of life under the dominion of the law of Christ; and as men *will* penetrate the remotest bounds of earth in the service of commerce, they *should go* among the heathens AS CHRISTIANS,—and while exchanging the manufactures of the nation for the raw materials of other lands, they may also give them the glorious Gospel of the Redeemer in exchange for the wild fantasies of superstition. It is thus that this Society would use Agriculture and Commerce as obedient handmaids to Christianity.

Yours very respectfully,

THEODORE BOURNE,

N.B. — Contributions for this cause, or invitations to Lecture, Letters, &c., may be directed at London to Rev. T. BOURNE, care of L. A. CHAMEROVZOW, Esq., Secretary of the British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society, 27, New Broad Street, E.C.; at Manchester, to the care of THOMAS CLEGG, Esq., 42, Corporation Street.

MY DEAR SIR,

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf, a great part of which placed me out of all communication with the Post-office. . . . . . Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. . . . . . I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

Rev. Theodore Bourne.

G. J. QUEBEC.

I beg to introduce to you the Rev. T. Bourne, as the representative of the African Civilization Society of New York. For some time I have been in correspondence with that Society, and have urged upon them the importance of Africa as a country admirably adapted for the growth of cotton, and that the value of the cotton when grown is equal to that of the New Orleans, or great staple article of America, upon which we are all so dependent; and that it can be grown much cheaper in Africa, by free labour, than in America, by slave labour; that by going back to their own fatherland they might raise themselves, civilize, Christianize, and elevate the country, and eventually supersede slavery altogether. These views have fully coincided with the views of many in America who are anxious to take part in the work, and make sacrifices for the good of their fellow men. The Rev. Mr. Bourne is deputed to raise money in England to enable those acting with him to select suitable families to go out, to provide an outfit, and give them a start in this important, and, to my mind, regenerative movement. May God bless the cause, and give him success !

I am, sincerely yours,

THOMAS CLEGG.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.

ALBERT BARNES.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

HENRY WILKES.

Your letter was received with emotions of high delight. It so nearly corresponds with feelings I have entertained for some time, that I could not but rejoice to see them in the form of an energetic organization. . . . I would unite what necessarily go together—civilization and evangelization. One cannot extensively and permanently flourish without the other. . . . In this way I have felt that I could do more for the general good of Africa than by preaching alone. . . . I have had strong desires to return to Africa—if the Lord should open my way, I would love to go to Yoruba, and enlist thousands of the natives in planting cotton, sugar, &c., and preach a full gospel there. . . .

Rev. T. Bourne.

GEORGE THOMPSON.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.
MEETING IN LONDON.

"Resolved, that this Meeting has heard with much interest and satisfaction the statements made by the Rev. T. Bourne, concerning the origin, objects, and progress of the African Civilization Society, recently established in New York, by the free people of colour, in connection with their Anti-Slavery and Christian friends. It desires to express "its warm interest in the success of his mission to this country, and cordially commend him and the cause to the "numerous friends of the enslaved and oppressed, who concur in promoting the extinction of slavery; and the production "of the numerous tropical articles of commerce by free labour, unstained by slavery, and aiding the Christian "civilization of Africa. Also that a subscription be opened to aid in sending some of the proposed settlers to Yoruba."

MEETING IN MANCHESTER:

The Board of Directors of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY earnestly appeal to the liberal-hearted in Great Britain for their co-operation, in order to secure these important results. They feel certain that, when it is known that coloured brethren of the faith—the children of our common Father—await their aid, it will be cheerfully granted them,

Yours very respectfully,

THEODORE BOURNE.

MY DEAR SIR,

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf, a great part of which placed me out of all communication with the Post-office. . . . Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. . . . I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

Rev. Theodore Bourne.

G. J. QUEBEC.

I am, sincerely yours,

THOMAS CLEGG.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.

ALBERT BARNES.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

STEPHEN H. TYNG,

THOMAS DE WITT,

JOSEPH HOLDICH,

EDWARD LATHROP, Etc. Etc.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

HENRY WILKES.

Rev. T. Bourne,

GEORGE THOMPSON.

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY.

MEETING IN LONDON.

MEETING IN MANCHESTER:

A MEETING, in advocacy of the claims of this society, was held yesterday afternoon, in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester. Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. McKerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; the Hon. C. H. Bartels, West Africa; Mr. Thomas Clegg, Dr. J. Watts, Mr. T. D. Crewdson, and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Thomas Clegg, Esq., proposed the following resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. M'Kerrow, D.D.:—

Yours very respectfully,

THEODORE BOURNE.

* The Board of Directors, having desired the continued service of Rev. T. BOURNE in Great Britain as Foreign Agent, have accepted his resignation as Secretary, and have appointed Rev. A. A. CONSTANTINE to that post, whose duties commence in October.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. Theodore Bourne.

G. J. QUEBEC.

MY DEAR SIR,

ALBERT BARNES.

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

STEPHEN H. TYNG,

JOSEPH HOLDICH,

THOMAS DE WITT,

EDWARD LATHROP, Etc. Etc.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

HENRY WILKES.

Rev. T. Bourne,

GEORGE THOMPSON.

MEETING IN MANCHESTER:

AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY

(OF NEW YORK).

PRESIDENT.

VICE-PRESIDENTS.

TREASURER.

ROBERT LINDLEY MURRAY.

DIRECTORS.

LONDON,

1859.

DEAR SIR,

The benefits to be derived from carrying out the plans of this Society will accrue to both Great Britain and the United States. Its success will aid in bringing about the era of liberty to the oppressed, while it will stimulate the energies of the coloured race to continued efforts in self-improvement. The time has come when Christians perceive that it is right to bring commerce, trade, and the multiform business of life under the dominion of the law of Christ; and as men *will* penetrate the remotest bounds of earth in the service of commerce, they *should go* among the heathens AS CHRISTIANS,—and while exchanging the manufactures of the nation for the raw materials of other lands, they may also give them the glorious Gospel of the Redeemer in exchange for the wild fantasies of superstition. It is thus that this Society would use Agriculture and Commerce as obedient handmaids to Christianity.

Yours very respectfully,

THEODORE BOURNE.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. Theodore Bourne.

G. J. QUEBEC.

I beg to introduce to you the Rev. T. Bourne, as the representative of the African Civilization Society of New York. For some time I have been in correspondence with that Society, and have urged upon them the importance of Africa as a country admirably adapted for the growth of cotton, and that the value of the cotton when grown is equal to that of the New Orleans, or great staple article of America, upon which we are all so dependent; and that it can be grown much cheaper in Africa, by free labour, than in America, by slave labour; that by going back to their own fatherland they might raise themselves, civilize, Christianize, and elevate the country, and eventually supersede slavery altogether. These views have fully coined with the views of many in America who are anxious to take part in the work, and make sacrifices for the good of their fellow men. The Rev. Mr. Bourne is deputed to raise money in England to enable those acting with him to select suitable families to go out, to provide an outfit, and give them a start in this important, and, to my mind, regenerative movement. May God bless the cause, and give him success!

I am, sincerely yours,

THOMAS CLEGG.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. T. Bourne, Cor. Sec.,

ALBERT BARNES.

New York, February 3rd, 1859.

STEPHEN H. TYNG,

JOSEPH HOLDICH,

THOMAS DE WITT,

EDWARD LATHROP, Etc. Etc.

From the Rev. Dr. WILKES.

Montreal, May 24th, 1859.

HENRY WILKES.

Rev. T. Bourne.

GEORGE THOMPSON.

"Resolved, that this Meeting has heard with much interest and satisfaction the statements made by the Rev. T. "Bourne, concerning the origin, objects, and progress of the African Civilization Society, recently established in New "York, by the free people of colour, in connection with their Anti-Slavery and Christian friends. It desires to express "its warm interest in the success of his mission to this country, and cordially commend him and the cause to the "numerous friends of the enslaved and oppressed, who concur in promoting the extinction of slavery, and the production "of the numerous tropical articles of commerce by free labour, unstained by slavery, and aiding the Christian "civilization of Africa. Also that a subscription be opened to aid in sending some of the proposed settlers to Yoruba."

MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

HOPE FOR AFRICA.

Office African Civilization Society,

23 BIBLE HOUSE, New York, December, 1859.

DEAR SIR:

The African Civilization Society, in carrying forward its work for the Christian Civilization of Africa, would invite your attention to the following plan for immediate action, and solicit your co-operation in the objects in view. It is proposed,

1. To confirm the friendly relations already established by members of the Society now there, with some of the chiefs in the Yoruba country, by sending out a company of virtuous, intelligent, and enterprising colored people, who are now ready to act as pioneers, and who will proceed as soon as the necessary funds are raised.

2. To purchase lands at suitable points for the use of the settlers, to be given to them in equal limited quantities; and to furnish the necessary mechanical and agricultural implements.

3. To erect school-houses, and houses of religious worship; to instruct the natives in the arts and sciences; and develope, by intelligence and industry, the natural resources of the country.

4. To promote lawful commerce upon the coast of Africa, and the growth of cotton, and other tropical products by free labor.

With the blessing of God we hope to secure as the results of our efforts, the diffusion of the Gospel in Africa, and the consequent overthrow of idolatry and superstition; the destruction of the African slave-trade; and the establishment of civil government by free colored men, based upon true Christian principles, where ample scope may be afforded to all for the exercise of every mental and moral faculty.

In behalf of this important enterprise, we appeal to the patriot, the philanthropist and the Christian—
believing that the generous sympathy of our nature will lead very many to act the part of the good Samaritan
towards Africa, by contributing liberally to this object, and thus enabling the Society to enter at once upon
the work of African Evangelization and Civilization.

From the accounts recently received from missionaries and explorers now in the field, the Society is encouraged to commence a Christian industrial settlement in Yoruba, where the chiefs are willing to receive missionaries and settlers, and have proffered their friendship to those coming to do them good.

The following are a *few* of the names of those who are *now* awaiting the call of the Society to embark for Africa.

Rev. J. B. SMITH, M.D., New Bedford, Ms.
C. H. MAHONY, Boston, "
M. J. MAHONY, "
GEO. ELLIS, "

DARIUS HAINES, Boston, Mass.
CHARLES GARDNER, " "
WM. DUNN, " "

GEO. BROWNS, Worcester, Mass.
B. W. WILKINS, New York.
ROBT. HAMILTON, Mechanic, "

The Society desire to raise $6,000 to enable this company, with their associates, to enter upon their work in Africa, and earnestly appeal to the friends of the African race for the needed amount, so that the enterprise may be speedily commenced.

Donations and subscriptions for the above object may be forwarded to the TREASURER or CORRESPONDING SECRETARY, by whom they will be acknowledged.

By order of the Board of Directors,

JOHN PETERSON, Recording Secretary.

Rev. HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET, President.

ROBT. LINDLEY MURRAY, Treasurer, 65 Broad St.

Rev. A. A. CONSTANTINE, Corresponding Secretary.

A Centralt African Company proposed in 1860

Hope for Africa.

CHRISTIAN CIVILIZATION, AND EXTENSION OF COTTON CULTURE IN CENTRAL AFRICA, WITH THE CONSEQUENT EXTINCTION OF THE SLAVE-TRADE AND SLAVERY, BY MEANS OF THE DESCENDANTS OF AFRICA.

Office African Cibilization Society,

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK. J. AMY to the 1860.

TO THE FRIENDS OF THE AFRICAN RACE.

THE under-mentioned free coloured citizens of the United States desire to state to the British public our views in relation to the above important topics. We feel it to be our duty, as well as privilege, to give the Gospel and Christian Civilization to our Fatherland. We think that the extinction of the Slave-trade will be secured by the influence of Christianity upon the hearts of the natives of Africa, preventing them from selling their neighbours as captives to the slave-traders, and thus the supplies will be cut off at their source.

As Central Africa is a vast Cotton region, we feel confident that, if its inhabitants were brought under the influences of the Christian Religion and Christian Civilization, they would become industrious producers of cotton, as well as other articles of commerce, and would need the various manufactures of Great Britain and America. We desire to become instrumental in developing the rich resources of that land, so that sufficient cotton may be exported to Great Britain to affect Slavery in America, and strike it in its vital point. As England is the consumer of £25,000,000 sterling worth of slave-grown American cotton, we fear that Emancipation will be delayed while she is thus complicated with the system of American Slavery, and our efforts to elevate our race be retarded.

We purpose, with the aid of the friends of the African race, to engage actively in every plan which promises elevation to our race on both sides of the Atlantic. One of the most important is that which relates to the Redemption of Africa. We propose to send some of our number, qualified for the work, to the region in and near Yoruba, and the valleys of the Niger, and its branches, to promote the objects referred to. Some members of the Society have already gone there, and have made an agreement with the King and Chiefs of the Egba Country, by which they receive coloured Christian Missionaries and settlers from America, giving all the privileges we have asked, and are cordially welcomed by the natives.

Our plans are :—

1.—That a party proceed to Africa as soon as possible, to confirm the friendly relations already established, and commence the work we have designed, viz :—

2.—To extend Christianity and Christian Civilization in Africa, to erect school-houses and Houses of Worship, to instruct the natives in the Arts and Sciences, and develope, by intelligence and industry, the natural resources of the country.

3.—To promote the exchange of the Cotton, Sugar, Rice, Palm Oil, etc., of Africa, for the various articles of manufacture of Great Britain and America, exclusive of Rum and Tobacco. This we think to be necessary, so that our objects may be accomplished, both for our own welfare, and to aid in bringing commerce and all the multiform business of life under the dominion of Christ.

4.—To substitute Free-labour Cotton, Sugar, etc., instead of Slave-grown, in the markets of the world, and thus render Slavery unprofitable everywhere.

We respectfully ask your sympathy to cheer, your prayers to strengthen, and your aid to enable us and our associates to do this great and needful work. We think the time has come when Christians should carry their religious principles into everything they do, so that all may be to God's glory; and such is our desire. Some of our brethren wish to preach the Gospel in Africa; others to promote the secular interests of our race; all wish to do it in accordance with Christian principle. Fifty-seven are now enrolled to go as soon as able, and we ask for your kind co-operation to carry us forward. You are aware that our position in the United States is such that not many can amass wealth, and we need the means necessary to give strength to the undertaking. We have computed that £21 (100 dollars) will convey a settler to Yoruba, and provide for six months' subsistence there. In the case of Missionaries, Physicians, and Teachers, a few pounds more would enable them to purchase books and medicines. With the blessing of God we hope to secure, as the result of our efforts, the triumph of the Gospel in Africa, and consequent overthrow of idolatry and superstition; the destruction of the African Slave-trade and Slavery; the diffusion of Christian principles of religion, law, and order, in Central Africa; and the elevation of our race everywhere. A company is now forming to go, and will start as soon as the amount needed (about £1,500) is raised, or a part with less means, so as to secure the advantages already gained. Many sincere American friends of our race are joined with us, and we trust our British friends will add strength to this movement. The Foreign Secretary, the T. BOURNE, is authorized to act for us in Europe.

as an example of the kind of interest and care which the American Record, announced to have been paid to him during his life, has shown to the African race.

Organized by J. BOURNE. This address was written by the late Theodore BOURNE, for the British Public, and was read at the British Parliament House, London, on the 1st of January, 1860. The address was delivered in the name of the British friends of the African race.

THE

Mr. BOURNE, like many other friends among the Caucasian race, is deeply interested in the welfare of the oppressed; and will give further information concerning our plans, especially those which relate to our advancement in America.

We pray that "Ethiopia may soon stretch out her hands unto God," and we shall be thankful for your sympathy and aid in this important work. Thousands of exiles are now banished from the Southern States, which adds new duties to those already existing, both to extend hospitality, as well as to provide for their welfare and permanent employment. Our field of labour embraces the United States and West Indies, as well as Africa; and includes our entire population. We are thankful for the generous sympathy shown to our race by our British friends, and trust we may be instrumental in delivering Great Britain from reliance upon slave-grown products for the continuance of her commercial prosperity; but, above all, may be the means of giving to Africa the knowledge of the true God, and Jesus Christ, our only Saviour.

On behalf of—

Rev. J. B. SMITH, M.D., New Bedford, Massachusetts.
C. H. MAHONY, Boston, Massachusetts.
M. J. MAHONY, Boston, Massachusetts.
DARIUS HAINES, " "
GEORGE ELLIS, " "
CHARLES GARDNER, " "

WILLIAM DUNN, Boston, Massachusetts.
GEORGE BROWN, Worcester, "
Rev. B. W. WILKINS,* New York.
ROBERT HAMILTON, "

AND 47 OTHERS.

London, 1860.

In accordance with the above, I would respectfully inform you that letters for me may be addressed to 27, New Broad Street, E.C. (British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society's Office). Donations and Subscriptions will be duly acknowledged, and may be forwarded to Mr. T. BOURNE, at the above address; or to the care of Messrs. BARCLAY, BEVAN & Co., Bankers, 54, Lombard Street, E.C., London.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA.

52, LAURENS STREET, NEW YORK,

January 13th, 1860.

It affords me great pleasure to introduce to you, THEODORE BOURNE, Foreign Secretary of the African Civilization Society. Mr. BOURNE is well informed upon the African question, and is deeply interested in the welfare of the oppressed.

I sincerely trust he will receive from you that kindness for which you are distinguished.

Yours truly,

HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET.

From the Rev. HUGH STOWELL, M.A., Manchester.

So far as I have had time and opportunity to investigate the plans and purposes of the New York African Civilization Society I highly approve them, and therefore wish Mr. BOURNE God-speed in his efforts.

MANCHESTER, October 3rd, 1859.

HUGH STOWELL.

From Rev. WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D., and Rev. JOSEPH PARKER, Manchester.

MANCHESTER, October 6th, 1859.

We, the undersigned, having made ourselves acquainted with the objects of the above Society, very cordially commend it to the confidence and support of the Christian public.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

MY DEAR SIR,

PHILADELPHIA, February 9th, 1859.

I have just received your letter and circular respecting the African Civilization Society, and I thank you for the honour which you have done me in making me a Vice-President. I had the opportunity to look a little into the plans and objects of the Society a few weeks ago, and they seem to me, as far as I understand them, to be benevolent and wise, and worthy of public confidence—in fact, suggesting the only feasible scheme for accomplishing the full designs of benevolence in regard to Africa, and the coloured people of our country. The plan seems to me to have high claims to public confidence, and I shall cheerfully render it any aid in my power.

W. T. BOURNE, Corresponding Secretary.

ALBERT BARNES.

* T. H., Esq., who has contributed liberally to the Society, and defrays the expenses of Mr. WILKINS and family, again offers to be one of six to give £25 each, towards sending out six coloured Missionaries to Yoruba.

1.—To form a Society, with auxiliary branches, in this country, to aid the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY or NEW YORK, conjointly with us, to carry out the objects of promoting the Christian civilization of Africa, by means of Christian coloured settlers from America; and to instruct the natives in improved modes of art, manufactures, and the cultivation of the soil.

It is understood that these plans, though separate, have a beneficial influence upon each other. The Secretary is authorized to state, that a gentleman who has contributed liberally towards the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY will, if others unite with him, take stock to the amount of £2,000 sterling in a "Central African Commercial Company," so that the settlers may be sure of work at the settlement when they arrive, and at once be able to carry out their plans. Such a company would do very much to hasten the result aimed at. Shall the company be soon formed?

At a Meeting of the London Emancipation Committee, held on Saturday, 22nd October, 1859, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted:—RESOLVED:—

See Anti-Slavery Advocate, December 1st, 1859.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

We respectfully ask your sympathy to cheer, your prayers to strengthen, and your aid to enable us and our associates to do this great and needful work. We think the time has come when Christians should carry their religious principles into everything they do, so that all may be to God's glory; and such is our desire. Some of our brethren wish to preach the Gospel in Africa; others to promote the secular interests of our race; all wish to do it in accordance with Christian principle. Fifty-seven are now enrolled to go as soon as able, and we ask for your kind co-operation to carry us forward. You are aware that our position in the United States is such that not many can amass wealth, and we need the means necessary to give strength to the undertaking. We have computed that £21 (100 dollars) will convey a settler to Yoruba, and provide for six months' subsistence there. In the case of Missionaries, Physicians, and Teachers, a few pounds more would enable them to purchase books and medicines. With the blessing of God we hope to secure, as the result of our efforts, the triumph of the Gospel in Africa, and consequent overthrow of idolatry and superstition; the destruction of the African Slave-trade and Slavery; the diffusion of Christian principles of religion, law, and order, in Central Africa; and the elevation of our race everywhere. A company is now forming to go, and will start as soon as the amount needed (about £1,500) is raised, or a part with less means, so as to secure the advantages already gained. Many sincere American friends of our race are joined with us, and we trust our British friends will add strength to this movement. The Foreign Secretary, Rev. T. BOURNE, is authorized to act for us in Europe.

Yours very respectfully,

On behalf of—

M. J. MAHONY,

DARIUS HAINES,

GEORGE ELLIS,

CHARLES GARDNER

GEORGE BROWN, Worcester,
Rev. B. W. WILKINS,* New York.

ROBERT HAMILTON,

AND 47 OTHERS.

London, 1860.

In accordance with the above, I would respectfully inform you that letters for me may be addressed to 27, New Broad Street, E.C. (British and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society's Office). Donations and Subscriptions will be duly acknowledged, and may be forwarded to Rev. T. BOURNE, at the above address; or to the care of Messrs. BARCLAY, BEVAN & Co., Bankers, 54, Lombard Street, E.C., London.

Yours respectfully,

T. BOURNE, Foreign Secretary.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA.

52, LAURENS STREET, NEW YORK,

January 13th, 1860.

It affords me great pleasure to introduce to you the Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, Foreign Secretary of the African Civilization Society. Mr. BOURNE is well informed upon the African question, and is deeply interested in the welfare of the oppressed.

Yours truly,

HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET.

HUGH STOWELL.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

MY DEAR SIR,

Rev. T. BOURNE, Corresponding Secretary.

ALBERT BARNES.

At a Meeting of the London Emancipation Committee, held on Saturday, 22nd October, 1859, the following Resolution was unanimously adopted :—RESOLVED :—

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

Yours very respectfully,

On behalf of—

M. J. MAHONY, " "

DARIUS HAINES, " "

GEORGE ELLIS, " "

CHARLES GARDNER, " "

London, 1860.

In accordance with the above, I would respectfully inform you that letters for me may be addressed to me at the place where I am. Donations and Subscriptions will be duly acknowledged, and may be forwarded to Rev. T. BOURNE, at the above address; or to the care of Messrs. BARCLAY, BEVAN & Co., Bankers, 54, Lombard Street, E.C., London.

Yours respectfully,

T. BOURNE, Foreign Secretary.

52, LAURENS STREET, NEW YORK,

January 13th, 1860.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA,

Yours truly,

HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET.

HUGH STOWELL.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

MY DEAR SIR,

ALBERT BARNES.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

## Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

On behalf of—

Rev. J. B. SMITH, M.D., New Bedford, Massachusetts.
C. H. MAHONY, Boston, Massachusetts.
M. J. MAHONY, " "
DARIUS HAINES, " "
GEORGE ELLIS, " "
CHARLES GARDNER, " "

London, 1860.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA.

It affords me great pleasure to introduce to you the Rev. THEODORE BOURNE, Foreign Secretary of the African Civilization Society. Mr. BOURNE is well informed upon the African question, and is deeply interested in the welfare of the oppressed.
I sincerely trust he will receive from you that kindness for which you are distinguished.

HUGH STOWELL.

MY DEAR SIR,

Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

Yours very respectfully,
HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET, President.
JOHN PETERSON, Recording Secretary.

On behalf of—

London, 1860.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA.

HUGH STOWELL.

MY DEAR SIR,

I am, very respectfully yours,
ALBERT BARNES.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

Yours very respectfully,

On behalf of—

M. J. MAHONY, " "

DARIUS HAINES, " "

GEORGE ELLIS, " "

CHARLES GARDNER, " "

GEORGE BROWN, Worcester, "

ROBERT HAMILTON, "

AND 47 OTHERS.

London, 1860.

Yours respectfully,

T. BOURNE, Foreign Secretary.

TO THE FRIENDS OF AFRICA.

52, LAURENS STREET, NEW YORK,

January 13th, 1860.

Yours truly,

HENRY HIGHLAND GARNET.

HUGH STOWELL.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

MY DEAR SIR,

ALBERT BARNES.

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

Hope for Africa.

23, BIBLE HOUSE, NEW YORK.

1860.

Our plans are :—

On behalf of—

London, 1860.

TO THE FRIENDS OF THE AFRICA.

HUGH STOWELL.

MY DEAR SIR,

It is understood that these plans, though separate, have a beneficial influence upon each other. The Secretary is authorized to state, that a gentleman who has contributed liberally towards the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY will, if others unite with him, take stock to the amount of £2,000 sterling in a "Central African Commercial Company," so that the settlers may be sure of work at the outset when they arrive, and at once be able to carry out their plans. Such a company would do very much to hasten the result aimed at. Shall the company be soon formed?

RESOLVED:

F. W. CHESSON, Secretary.

African Christian Civilization.

COTTON CULTURE IN AFRICA, AND THE EMANCIPATION AND ELEVATION
OF THE COLOURED RACE.

London 1860.

According to invitation, a meeting to hear statements from Rev. THEODORE BOURNE concerning the plans of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY OF NEW YORK, of which he is the Foreign Secretary, was held in the rooms of the Evangelical Alliance (which were granted for the purpose), No. 7, Adam Street, Strand, on Friday, 23rd March, at 3 P.M.

Lord ALFRED S. CHURCHILL, M.P., acted as Chairman; and, after reading various introductory letters from distinguished philanthropists in England and America, Mr. BOURNE gave an account of the objects of the Society, its officers, membership, and the basis of its plans. It is a Society composed of intelligent coloured freemen, with anti-slavery friends, who desire to send the Gospel to Africa by Christian men who can live in that climate, and also oppose slave-grown products by free labour, thus elevating the coloured race, everywhere.
The points presented were as follows:

Africa needs the Gospel and Christian civilization.

Slavery and the slave-trade should be destroyed.

American slavery is stronger than it was twenty-five years ago. From two and a half millions the slaves have increased to nearly four millions, and the price of an able-bodied slave from 900 dollars to 1400, and in that ratio.

Cotton is the main support of slavery in the United States.

Great Britain purchases five-sevenths of the slave-grown cotton, and is partaker of the proceeds of the system, and thus emancipation is retarded.

Africa is a vast cotton region, and it is indigenous to the soil, and perennial.

Many coloured people in the United States wish to proceed thither to preach the Gospel, promote civilization among the natives, and export cotton to England, with other African products.

If by these means cotton can be largely introduced into the English market, and at less price, it would render slavery unprofitable in the United States.

A party has already gone to Yoruba, Central Africa; a treaty of peace formed; every privilege for Christian settlers granted; and the chiefs and natives cordially welcome the missionaries and settlers.

Another party is now preparing to go from New York and appeal to British sympathy, and aid, to enable them to accomplish these great objects.

Many of the philanthropists of Great Britain and America sanction these plans.

After a thorough examination of the various branches of the subject the following Resolution, moved by SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., and seconded by Dr. THOMAS HODGKIN, was passed unanimously. :-

"Resolved,—That this Meeting is of opinion that the plans of the African Civilization Society of New York are well worthy of the consideration of the commercial, philanthropic, and especially the Christian classes of this country; and that with this view it is desirable that a fund be raised to enable the Foreign Secretary of the Society now in England to circulate printed information on the subject."

It was also resolved that a circular be issued expressive of the views of this Meeting, and that the following Gentlemen be a Committee on African Christian Civilization, with power to add to their number :-

Right Hon. LORD CALTHORPE, 33, Grosvenor-square, W.
REV. J. W. RICHARDSON, 101, Euston-road, W. C.
LORD A. S. CHURCHILL, M.P., 16, Rutland-gate, S.W.
THOMAS HALL, Esq.
SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., 39, Upper Grosvenor-
street, W.
LYONS McLEOD, Esq., F.R.G.S.
REV. SAMUEL MINTON, 51, Gordon-square
THOMAS HODGKIN, Esq., M.D., 35, Bedford-square, W. C.
REV. T. BOURNE, Secretary, 15, Alfred-place, Bedford-
square, W. C.
REV. J. CUMMING, D.D., 7, Montague-place, Russell-sq.

Subscriptions for the above object will be received by any of the above Committee, and also may be forwarded to Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary, care of Messrs. BARCLAY and Co., Bankers, No. 54, Lombard Street, London.

[OVER.]

COMMERCIAL RELATIONS OF COTTON.

In the *Cotton-Supply Reporter* of Feb. 1, 1860, are the following statements :—

"Upwards of half a million workers are now employed in our Cotton Factories; and it has been estimated that at least four millions of persons, in this country, are dependent upon the Cotton trade for subsistence.

"A century ago, Lancashire contained a population of only 300,000 persons; it now numbers 2,300,000. In the same period of time, this enormous increase exceeds that of any other equal surface of the globe, and is entirely owing to the development of the Cotton trade.

In 1856, there were in the United Kingdom 2210 factories, running 28,000,000 spindles, and 299,000 looms, by 97,000 horse power. Since that period, a considerable number of new mills have been erected, and extensive additions have been made to the spinning and weaving machines of those previously in existence.

"The amount of actual capital invested in the Cotton trade of this kingdom, is estimated to be between sixty and seventy millions sterling. The quantity of Cotton imported into this country, in 1859, was 1181¼ million pounds' weight: the value if which, at 6d. per lb., is equal to £30,000,000 sterling.

"Out of 2,829,110 bales of Cotton imported into Great Britain, America has supplied us with 2,086,341; that is, five-sevenths of the whole. In other words, out of every 7 lbs. imported from all countries into Great Britain, America has supplied 5 lbs. India has sent us about 500,000 bales; Egypt, about 100,000; South America, 124,000; and other countries between 8000 and 9000 bales.—Great Britain alone consumes twenty four millions' worth of cotton goods.

"Two conclusions may be drawn from the facts now cited:—First, That the interests of an enormous mass of capital and labour depend upon the Slave States of America for prosperity and continuance.

"Second. If a war should at any time break out between England and America—a general insurrection take place among the slaves—disease sweep off those slaves by death—or the Cotton crop fall short in quantity, whether from severe frosts, disease of the plant, or other possible causes—our mills would be stopped for want of Cotton, employers would be ruined, and *famine* would stalk abroad among the hundreds and thousands of workpeople who are at present, fortunately, well employed. Imagine a *dearth* of Cotton, and you may picture the horrors of such a calamity. Railways would cease to pay, and our ships would lie rotting in their ports, should a scarcity of the raw material for manufacture overtake us. These statements are no exaggerations, but sober truths.

"THE SPARKS ARE THERE, AMONG THE COTTON.

Beware of the flames, before it is too late!

## MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

A Meeting, in advocacy of the claims of this Society, was held in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester. Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. M'Kerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; Mr. T. D. Crewdson, and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Mr. Thomas Clegg proposed the following Resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. M'Kerrow, D.D. :—

"Resolved, that this meeting cordially approves of the objects of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, and recommends it to "the favour and support of the people of Great Britain; and that it hails with pleasure this evidence of the determination of the "coloured race to engage in the great work of Christianizing and civilizing Africa, and also to enter upon the arena of commerce "and agriculture for themselves."

## NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

My dear Sir,

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf. . . . . Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. . . . I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

REV. THEODORE BOURNE.

G. J. QUEBEC.

To the Friends of the African Race,

So far as I have had time and opportunity to investigate the plans and purposes of the New York African Civilization Society I highly approve them, and therefore wish Mr. Bourne God speed in his efforts.

Manchester, October 3rd, 1859.

HUGH STOWELL.

African Civilization Society.

Manchester, October 6th, 1859.

My Dear Sir,

Philadelphia, February, 9th, 1859.

I have just received your letter and circular respecting the African Civilization Society, and I thank you for the honour which you have done me in making me a Vice-President. I had the opportunity to look a little into the plans and objects of the Society a few weeks ago; and they seem to me, as far as I understand them, to be benevolent and wise, and worthy of public confidence—in fact, suggesting the only feasible scheme for accomplishing the full designs of benevolence in regard to Africa, and the coloured people of our country. The plan seems to me to have high claims to public confidence, and I shall cheerfully render it any aid in my power.

ALBERT BARNES.

Plans contemplated for Action.

2.—To form in Great Britain a commercial company to employ the services of coloured agents of the above description in Yoruba and other districts of Central Africa, especially on or near the Niger, to purchase, collect, and forward articles of African commerce, especially cotton, sugar, rice, palm oil, &c.; and in return to sell to the natives of Africa the various articles of British manufacture.

It is understood that these plans, though separate, have a beneficial influence upon each other. The Secretary is authorized to state, that a gentleman who has contributed liberally towards the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY will take stock to the amount of £2,000 sterling in a "Central African Commercial Company," so that the settlers may be sure of work at the outset when they arrive, and at once be able to carry out their plans. Such a company would do very much to hasten the result aimed at. Shall the company be soon formed?

London 1860.

Lord ALFRED S. CHURCHILL, M.P., acted as Chairman; and, after reading various introductory letters from distinguished philanthropists in England and America, Mr. BOURNE gave an account of the objects of the Society, its officers, membership, and the basis of its plans. It is a Society composed of intelligent coloured freemen, with anti-slavery friends, who desire to send the Gospel to Africa by Christian men who can live in that climate, and also oppose slave-grown products by free labour, thus elevating the coloured race everywhere.
The points presented were as follows:

After a thorough examination of the various branches of the subject the following Resolution, moved by SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., and seconded by Dr. THOMAS HODGKIN, was passed unanimously:—

It was also resolved that a circular be issued expressive of the views of this Meeting, and that the following Gentlemen be a Committee on African Christian Civilization, with power to add to their number:—

Right Hon. LORD CALTHORPE, 33, Grosvenor-square, W. Rev. J. W. RICHARDSON, 101, Euston-road, W. C.

LORD A. S. CHURCHILL, M.P., 16, Rutland-gate, S. W. THOMAS HALL, Esq.

SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., 39, Upper Grosvenor-street, W. LYONS McLEOD, Esq., F.R.G.S.
THOMAS HODGKIN, Esq., M.D., 35, Bedford-square, W. C.

Rev. SAMUEL MINTON, 51, Gordon-square, Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary, 15, Alfred-place, Bedford-square, W. C.

REV. J. CUMMING, D.D., 7, Montague-place, Russell-square.

[OVER.]

In the *Cotton-Supply Reporter* of Feb. 1, 1860, are the following statements:

"A century ago, Lancashire contained a population of only 300,000 persons; it now numbers 2,300,000. (In the same period of time, this enormous increase exceeds that of any other equal surface of the globe, and is entirely owing to the development of the Cotton trade.)

"The amount of actual capital invested in the Cotton trade of this kingdom, is estimated to be between sixty and seventy millions sterling. The quantity of Cotton imported into this country, in 1859, was 1181½ million pounds' weight: the value if which, at 6d. per lb., is equal to £30,000,000 sterling.

Beware of the flames, before it is too late."

## MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

A Meeting, in advocacy of the claims of this Society, was held in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester: Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. McKerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; Mr. T. D. Crewdson, and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Mr. Thomas Clegg proposed the following Resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. McKerrow, D.D.:

## NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

My dear Sir,

Bardfield, near Quebec; August 23rd, 1859.

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf. Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race. I am, dear Sir, faithfully yours,

REV. THEODORE BOURNE.

G. J. QUEBEC.

To the Friends of the African Race.

HUGH STOWELL,

African Civilization Society.

From Rev. WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D., and Rev. JOSEPH PARKER, Manchester,

We, the undersigned, having made ourselves acquainted with the objects of the above Society, very cordially commend it to the confidence and support of the Christian public,

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

My Dear Sir,

ALBERT BARNES.

London

Another party is now preparing to go from New York and appeal to British sympathy, and aim, to enable them to accomplish these great objects.

Right Hon. LORD CALTHORPE, 33, Grosvenor-square, W., Rev. J. W. RICHARDSON, 101, Euston-road, W. C.

LORD A. S. CHURCHILL, M.P., 16, Rutland-gate, S. W. A., THOMAS HALL, Esq.

SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., 39, Upper Grosvenor street, W., LYONS McLEOD, Esq., F.R.G.S., THOMAS HODGKIN, Esq., M.D., 35, Bedford-square, W., C.

Rev. SAMUEL MISTON, 51, Gordon-square, Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary, 15 Alfred-place, Bedford.

Rev. J. CUMMING, D.D., 7, Montague-place, Russell-square, W. C.

[OVER.]

"A century ago, Lancashire contained a population of only 300,000 persons; it now numbers 2,300,000. In the same period of time, this enormous increase exceeds that of any other equal surface of the globe, and is entirely owing to the development of the Cotton trade."

"Out of 2,829,110 bales of Cotton imported into Great Britain, America has supplied us with 2,086,341; that is, five-sevenths of the whole. In other words, out of every 7 lbs. imported, from all countries into Great Britain, America has supplied 5 lbs. India has sent us about 500,000 bales; Egypt, about 100,000; South America, 124,000; and other countries between 8000 and 9000 bales.—Great Britain alone consumes twenty four millions' worth of cotton goods."

"THE SPARKS ARE THERE, AMONG THE COITON."

## MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

A Meeting, in advocacy of the claims of this Society, was held in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester. Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. M'Kerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; Mr. T. D. Crewdson, and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Mr. Thomas Clegg proposed the following Resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. M'Kerrow, D.D.:

"Resolved, that this meeting cordially approves of the objects of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, and recommends it to the favour and support of the people of Great Britain; and that it hails with pleasure this evidence of the determination of the "coloured race to engage in the great work of Christianizing and civilizing Africa, and also to enter upon the arena of commerce and agriculture for themselves."

## NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

### From the RIGHT REVEREND THE LORD BISHOP OF QUEBEC.

My dear Sir,

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf. Since I came home, I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

REV. THEODORE BOURNE.

G. J. QUEBEC.

### From the Rev. HUGH STOWELL, M.A., Manchester.

HUGH STOWELL,

### African Civilization Society.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

### From the Rev. ALBERT BARNES, Philadelphia.

My Dear Sir,

ALBERT BARNES.

London 1860.

Lord ALFRED S. CHURCHILL, M.P., acted as Chairman; and, after reading various introductory letters from distinguished philanthropists in England and America, Mr. BOURNE gave an account of the objects of the Society, its officers, membership, and the basis of its plans. It is a Society composed of intelligent, coloured freemen, with anti-slavery friends, who desire to send the Gospel to Africa by Christian men who can live in that climate, and also oppose slave-grown products by free labour, thus elevating the coloured race everywhere.
The points presented were as follows:

Another party is now preparing to go from New York and appeal to British sympathy, and aid to enable them to accomplish these great objects.

"Resolved,—That this Meeting is of opinion that the plans of the African Civilization Society of New York are well worthy of the consideration of the commercial, philanthropic, and especially the Christian classes of this country; and that with this view it is desirable that a fund be raised to enable the Foreign Secretary of the Society, now in England to circulate printed information on the subject."

Rev. SAMUEL MINTON, 51, Gordon-square.

THOMAS HALL, Esq.

LYONS McLEOD, Esq., F.R.G.S.

square, W. C.

Subscriptions for the above object will be received by any of the above Committee, and also may be forwarded to Rev. T. BOURNE, Secretary, care of Messrs. BARCLAY and Co., Bankers, No. 54, Lombard Street.
London.

[OVER.]

[OVER.]

In the *Cotton-Supply Reporter* of Feb. 1, 1860, are the following statements.

"THE SPARKS ARE THERE, AMONG THE COTTON:

MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

A Meeting, in advocacy of the claims of this Society, was held in the Mayor's Parlour, Manchester. Malcolm Ross, Esq., occupied the chair; and there were also amongst those present the Revs. Berkeley Addison, M.A.; W. M'Kerrow, D.D.; P. Thomson, M.A.; T. R. Bentley, M.A.; Mr. T. D. Crewdson; and others. After remarks from the Chairman, and a statement by Rev. T. Bourne of the plans and objects of the society, Mr. Thomas Clegg proposed the following Resolution, which was seconded by Rev. W. M'Kerrow, D.D.:—

The Rev. Patrick Thomson, M.A.; proposed the next resolution, which was seconded by Rev. Berkeley Addison, M.A., recommending a subscription in behalf of the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY, and the appointment of a Committee to carry out the resolutions, with power to add to their number.

NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

My dear Sir,

I returned last week from a long circuit among the Missions of the Gulf. Since I came home I have been looking through an accumulation of letters, and I am concerned to find that you have gone to Europe without the help, of whatever small value that may be, of a letter from me, such as you desire in the prosecution of the great and interesting object with which your labours are associated. I bid you God speed, if you can gain one step towards the extinction of Slave Trade horrors and the amelioration, spiritually and temporally, of the condition of the poor African race.

REV. THEODORE BOURNE.

G. J. QUEBEC.

HUGH STOWELL.

African Civilization Society.

WILLIAM MCKERROW, D.D.

JOSEPH PARKER.

My Dear Sir,

ALBERT BARNES.

African Christian Civilisation.

London

1860.

After a thorough examination of the various branches of the subject the following Resolution, moved by SIR CULLING E. EARDLEY, Bart., and seconded by Dr. THOMAS HODGKIN, was passed unanimously.:

Rev. J. CUMMING, D.D., 7, Montague-place, Russell-sq.

THOMAS HALL, Esq.

LYONS McLEOD, Esq., F.R.G.S.

square, W. C.

[OVE]

"Second. If a war should at any time break out between England and America—a general insurrection take place among the slaves—disease sweep off those slaves by death—or the Cotton crop fall short in quantity, whether from severe frosts, disease of the plant, or other possible causes—our mills would be stopped for want of Cotton, employers would be ruined, and *famine* would stalk abroad among the hundreds and thousands of workpeople who are at present, fortunately, well employed. Imagine a *dearth of Cotton*, and you may picture the horrors of such a calamity. Railways would cease to pay, and our ships would lie rotting in their ports, should a scarcity of the raw material for manufacture overtake us. These statements are no exaggerations, but sober truths.

## MEETING IN MANCHESTER.

## NOTICES AND EXTRACTS.

My dear Sir,

REV. THEODORE BOURNE.

G. J. QUEBEC.

HUGH STOWELL.

My Dear Sir,

I have just received your letter and circular respecting the African Civilization Society, and I thank you for the honour which you have done me in making me a Vice-President. I had the opportunity to look a little into the plans and objects of the Society a few weeks ago; and they seem to me, as far as I understand them, to be benevolent and wise, and worthy of public confidence—in fact, suggesting the only feasible scheme for accomplishing the full designs of benevolence in regard to Africa, and the coloured people of our country. The plan seems to me to have high claims to public confidence, and I shall heartily render it any aid in my power.

ALBERT BARNES.

It is understood that these plans, though separate, have a beneficial influence upon each other. The Secretary is authorized to state, to a gentleman who has contributed liberally towards the AFRICAN CIVILIZATION SOCIETY will take stock to the amount of £2,000 sterling in a "Central African Commercial Company," so that the settlers may be sure of work at the outset when they arrive, and at once be able to carry out their plans. Such a company would do very much to hasten the result aimed at. Shall the company be soon formed?