Report from Bro. Matteson.
By John Matteson
THE month of March I spent in Labett Co., Mo., near Oswego. Held meetings two weeks, and occupied the rest of my time in writing. One week we had such a snow-storm and weather so severe that it was not expedient to have meetings. I had not been there long before a great excitement was gotten up about a new railroad and town to be built right there. This made it utterly impossible to get up an interest in the truth. A number of our publications were brought out among the people. Some have been brought to investigate, and I hope some will be found honest enough to obey. Went back to the brethren at Elk Creek, Linn Co., with a team, camping out two nights, which is the cheapest way to lodge in this country. Held meetings with them Sabbath and Sunday, then went on to Centerville. Had five meetings. Good interest. A few more started. Trust the brethren here will be in earnest, live out the truth, and try hard to get rid of their idols. Sunday morning came to this place. This is a small country place, with two mills, a store, tavern and a few dwelling houses. Thickly settled all around. Last winter I was invited to come here, but found no time. Since then, the Protestant Methodists have had a revival here, and added ninety converts to their church. I thought it duty to try the prospect here before I left this country. Have the use of the school-house when it is not occupied by them. Have much prejudice to encounter as bad rumors have been circulated by our enemies. This place is only eight miles from Centerville. I have given three discourses, which have been well attended. Have prayed and spoken in the Methodist class and prayer meetings. Prejudice seems to be giving way. Some think there are a number of honest souls in this vicinity. May the Lord help to reach them, and do a good work for the glory of his name and the advancement of the cause. Farlinville, Linn Co., Kan., Apr., 1870.