Southern Illinois Tent.
By C. H. Bliss
I came here with the tent one week ago last Thursday, July 24, and commenced meetings the next evening. Some having circulated the report that we were “Free Lovers,” &c., we had some trouble in getting assistance in pitching our tent. Some refused us the privilege of cutting a center pole, and timber for stakes, although they had plenty of timber, and it is of but little value in this part of the State. It is but just to state, however, that due acknowledgment has been made, forgiveness asked for, and an effort made to repair the wrong as far as possible. Our meetings have increased in interest from the first. Last evening, more were present than could get under the canvas. Our congregations have averaged, thus far, from three to five hundred. I have had no assistance as yet, either as a tent-master or minister, except what my companion has rendered. I hope for more help soon. But our trust is in God. Pray for our success. C. H. BLISS.