246 THE LIFE OF E. J. PECK 



hung on the hoops, around which lighted candles 

 were distributed in the most orthodox Christmas 

 fashion, and with the further aid of various little 

 ornaments, our tree, when lit up, looked quite a 

 grand affair. 



"Mr. Hall (Mr. Noble's agent here) took the 

 chair at 7 p.m., the place being crowded, for 

 every one was anxious to see so novel a sight. 



" After singing and prayer, the distribution of 

 prizes took place. These were, first, for some of the 

 most regular attendants and best behaved at school, 

 and second, for the most cleanly. 



" Fourteen prizes were given to the most regular 

 attendants ; one girl named Roopenwak, had not 

 missed a day ; another named Ropvidliak, had only 

 missed one day ; while a third named Rillukvuk, had 

 only missed two. Fourteen also won prizes for 

 cleanliness, and I had a singular pleasure in handing 

 these to the recipients, as one does appreciate cleanli 

 ness among a people of this naturally filthy type. 



" After the prizes had been distributed, the tree 

 was stripped and each member of our tiny flock was 

 presented with some nice article. 



" After a closing hymn had been sung, and prayer 

 offered, we separated, thanking God for the happy 

 time He had given us ; and for the materials 

 supplied, which are also His gifts, and placed at 

 our disposal for His glory." 



There is very much for encouragement in this 



