PUBLIC REGISTER, 1853, 267 
twelve she had neared the island sufficiently for 
the boats to go off to her, which was immediately 
done. The vessel proved to be the Portland, and 
we had once more the satisfaction to welcome 
the (to us) dear and gallant Admiral Fairfax 
Moresby, and our Pastor, the Kev. G. H. Nobbs, 
to our island home. She also brought back the 
son and daughter of our worthy Pastor, the 
former of whom had been absent nearly four 
years. We were truly rejoiced to sfee those dear 
and good friends who have done so much to 
promote our comfort and happiness ; and we 
hope and trust that we may ever deserve their 
kindness and regards. Divine service was 
performed during the evening. The Rev. Mr. 
Holman preached a farewell sermon to the 
community, which deeply affected, and will 
long be remembered by, them. Text from 
2 Cor. xiii. 11. 
" Monday , IQth. The community busily en- 
gaged landing the various presents to them from 
their untiring friends and benefactor Admirals 
Moresby, and others in Valparaiso, and England, 
to all of whom we feel truly thankful. 
" Tuesday, 17th. To-day, at 12, the Admiral 
assembled the people, and addressed them on 
various subjects, principally relating to the in- 
ternal regulations of the island. 
" Wednesday, 18th. This morning the Ad- 
miral avowed his intention to sail in the course 
of the day ; and in consequence all was bustle 
and preparation. 
" Thursday, 19th. Several of the people were 
attacked with influenza. 
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