1759 November 18 (Sunday). I read Job 3 and for the forenoon Exercise gave some Observations upon it. P.M. preached on Luk. 2.14. Omitted Reading. Acquainted the Congregation with the Desire of Mr. Ebenezer Sadler of Grafton to have a Contribution here for him, he having been burnt out. Also read the proclamation for the General Thanksgiving. Mrs. Newhall so ill all Day that She could not go to meeting. My Daughter went at Eve to her sister Bonds and lodged there. Mrs. Newhall with us. May God be graciously pleased to add His Blessing to the Word of His Grace!