Note from Bro. Matteson.
By John Matteson
I STILL continue meetings in this place. The interest has been much impeded by sickness and deaths. One week there were seven funerals. Fever and ague is very common in this country. Likewise scarlet fever and diphtheria. The weather is very changeable, yet mild compared to many other places. There has also been a strong influence against us by the United Brethren. Yet some are in favor of the truth. But people here seem to be slow to move. When they are convinced, they say: “We are going to investigate these things by-and-by.” So they seem to take everything easy. It seems to be the natural effect of a warm climate. The U. B. are now going to hold protracted meetings to get me out of the house, which I trust will be a help to stir up a greater interest. May the Lord direct and save. Centerville, Kan., Dec. 6, 1869.