1749 October 6 (Friday). Deacon Ball came to us early to see whether his Wife, who had been distress’d all Night might not come to us and declare her Mind. We consented but Captain Rice must be present. He was therefore sent for, came and we labour’d with them all, after which drew up our Report and advice, and did our utmost to reconcile ‘em. But now the Tables were turn’d; our Difficulty was with Captain Rice no longer, or with his son (John). Deacon Ball was the person that now appear’d inexorable, and not to be satisfy’d with our Judgement and award. The Church who had met in the forenoon, and again in the p.m. were call’d together after sun setting and we went into the Meeting House, read what we determin’d — and Captain Rice and his son accepted it; and the Church by their Vote also approv’d of it, but Deacon Ball stood out to the last. Mr. Campbell pray’d and we broke up; our Hearts griev’d that we are forc’d to leave any Remains of the Contention. But blessed be God for any Measure of Success! Very Cold Nights one after another. We lodge still at Mr. Buckminsters.