April 16-22 1899

Sun. 16: I atended three meetings of the saints. These meetings ending the confrance. All went of plesantly. There being about one hundred and fifty saints in atendence from the Tamutas, besides the few saints on Tahiti & thirteen Elders 26 April 1899 Papeete Tahiti All enjoyed a good spirit, and seemed to be well paid for their atendance. Elder Hansen, Wright, and I walked down to the sea. I was able to realize the full meaning of the song: Gathering up the shells from the sea shore

Mon 17: Elder Hansen and I took short walk in the canyon, returned feeling much refreshed for the walk.

Tues 18: I spent most of the day studying the languages. Elder Hansen and I again walked down to the sea shore

Wens. 19: We agan obsurved fast day. I atended the meeting at 8 A. M. I spent the day triming the benches of the meeting house, prepatory to painting. Passed a drill in the language under Elder Crapper.

Thur. 20: I made a trip to the City to purchas some stationary.

Fri. 21 Studied language in the day.Went to Papeete in the evening for provisions for the following day.

Sat. 22: I preformed the duties of cook for the Elders, also did 27 April 1899 Papeete Tahiti some studying and writing.