Bonaparte went round the circle a second time, addressing a few words here and there, without form, and finally placing himself between the two consuls, he bowed slightly, but expressively, when the compamy withdrew.

It would be superfluous to speak much of a matter so well known or so long canvassed. I shall mention a few ideas only which occurred to me, and make but few observations on this celebrated person. His stature being small, and #his person, though not ill, yet not very well formed, he cannot, on that account, be supposed to have a very striking air; but his countenance has powerful expression; and decision and determination, when he is grave and thoughtful, are most emphatically marked in it. His eyes are common gray, and have nothing remarkable in them. I am disposed to think, that the lower part of the face, which is the most striking in that of Bonaparte, is the most decisive indication of an inexorable and prompt line of conduct. In performing the honours of the levee, this was not at all observable; his smile was extremely engaging; his general expressions very pleasing, and his manners devested of all haughtiness, without manifesting the least of that studied condescension, which, in persons of great rank, is often more offensive even than arrogance and rudeness: Admiring him as a great military character, whose reputation was undoubted and hard earned, I looked upon Bonaparte as a superior man, born to command the destinies of millions, and felt incredible satisfaction at beholding this great general.

ANECDOTES OF WHITEFIELD,

During his residence in the United States.*

AFTER a passage of nine weeks, he arrived at Philadelphia in the beginning of November, 1739, and was immediately invited to preach in the churches, to which people of all denominations thronged as in England. From thence he was invited to

Extracted from Memoirs of the life and character of the late reverend George Whitefield, A. M. of Pembroke College, Oxford, and chaplain to the right honourable the countess dowager of Huntingdon. Faithfully selected from his original papers, journals and letters; illustrated by a variety of interesting anecdotes, from the best authorities. Originally compiled by the late Rev. John Gillies, D. D. minister of the college church of Glasgow. First American, from the London edition. Revised and corrected, with large additions and improvements, by Aaron C. Seymour, author of "Letters to young persons."

†The effects produced in Philadelphia at this time by the preaching of Mr. Whitefield, were truly astonishing. Numbers of almost all religious denominations, and many who had no connexion with any denomination,

Newyork, by Mr. Noble, the only person with whom he had an acquaintance in that city. Upon his arrival, they waited on the commissary; but he refused him the use of his church. Mr. Whitefield, therefore, preached in the fields, and on the evening of the same day, to a very thronged and attentive audience in the Rev. Mr. Pemberton's meeting-house; and continued to do so twice or thrice a-day for above a week, with apparent

success.

On his way to and from Philadelphia, he also preached at Elizabethtown, Maidenhead, Abington, Neshaminy, Burlington, and Newbrunswick, in the Newjerseys, to some thousands ga thered from various parts, among whom there had been a considerable awakening, by the instrumentality of a Mr. Freelinghausen, a Dutch minister, and the Messrs. Tennents, Blair, and Rowland. He had also the pleasure of meeting with the venerable Mr.. Tennent as well as his sons, and with Mr. Dickinson.t

were brought to inquire, with the utmost earnestness, what they should do to be saved. Such was the eagerness of the multitude to listen to spiritual instruction, that there was public worship regularly twice a-day for a year; and on the Lord's day it was celebrated generally thrice, and frequently four times. An aged man, deeply interested in the scenes which then were witnessed, and who is still living, has informed the writer, that the city (not then probably a third so large as it now is) contained twenty-six societies for social prayer and religious conferences; and probably there were others not known to him.-Memoirs of Mrs. Hannah Hodge, published at Philadelphia, 1806.

During this visit to Philadelphia he preached frequently after night from the gallery of the court-house in Market-street. So loud was his voice at that time, that it was distinctly heard on the Jersey shore, and so distinct was his speech, that every word he said was understood on board of a shallop at Market-street wharf, a distance of upwards of 400 feet from the court-house. All the intermediate space was crowded with his hearers. This fact was communicated to the recorder of it by a gentleman lately deceased, who was in the shallop.

‡ Mr. Tennent, and his brethren in presbytery, intend breeding up gracious youths for our Lord's vineyard. The place wherein the young men study now, is a log-house, about twenty feet long, and near as many broad. From this despised place, seven or eight worthy ministers of Jesus have been sent forth, and a foundation is now laying for the instruction of many others.

At Philadelphia, 1741, the churches were now denied him. He therefore preached in the fields, and large collections were made for the orphan-house-once, one hundred and ten pounds sterling. Societies for praying and singing were set on foot, and in every part of the town, many were concerned about their salvation. "Many negroes came," says Mr. Whitefield, "some inquiring, have I a soul?"

He arrived at Newyork, by water, July 27, 1754, and preached backwards and forwards from Newyork to Philadelphia, and Whitely creek, till the middle of September. "Every where," he observes," a divine power accompanied the word; prejudices were removed, and a more effectual door opened than ever for preaching the gospel."

The latter end of September, he enjoyed the pleasure of meeting his venerable old friend, governor Belchier, at Elizabethtown, Newjersey. And it being the Newjersey commencement, the president and trustees presented Mr. Whitefield with the degree of M. A. The meeting of the synod succeeded, before whom he preached several times; and had much satisfaction in their company. "To-morrow," says he, "October 1, God willing, I shall set out with the worthy president, Mr. Burr, for Newengland, and expect to return back to the orphan-house, through Virginia. This will be about a two thousand mile circuit; but the Redeemer's strength will be more than sufficient." He likewise wished, had it been practicable, to stop some time at the Westindies, before he returned to England.

cess.

October 9, he arrived at Boston, accompanied by president Burr, where he remained a week, preaching with great suc"At Rhodeisland and Boston," he says, "souls fly to the gospel, like doves to their windows. Opposition seems to fall daily." To his great joy, while at Boston, he heard the welcome news, that a governor was at last appointed for Georgia, to whom his friend, Mr Habersham, was made secretary. To him he writes, "May the King of kings enable you to discharge your trust, as becomes a good patriot, subject, and Christian!"

The work, I am persuaded is of God, and therefore will not come to nought. Journals, November 22, 1739.

The event has verified his judgment about this institution. It is now a large college at Princetown, in Newjersey.

He now travelled north as far as Portsmouth, Newhampshire, always preaching two or three times a day. At Boston he met with a far more agreeable reception than formerly; and his ministry, in general, seemed to be attended with as great a blessing

as ever.

At length he embarked the sixth time for America, the be. ginning of June, 1763, in the ship Fanny, captain Archibald Galbraith, bound from Greenock to Virginia; and arrived there the latter end of August, after a voyage of twelve weeks. “Thanks to a never failing Redeemer," says he, "I have not been laid by an hour through sickness, since I came on board. A kind captain, and a most orderly and quiet ship's company, who gladly attended when I had breath to preach. Scarce an oath have I heard upon deck, and such a stillness through the whole ship, both on week days, and the Lord's day, as hath from time to time surprised me." He dated his letters in September, October, and November, from Philadelphia. Though still reduced by weakness, yet he continued to preach twice a week. "Here," says he, "are some young bright witnesses rising up in the church. Perhaps I have already conversed with forty new-creature ministers of various denominations. Sixteen popular stu dents, I am credibly informed, were converted in Newjersey college last year. What an open door if I had strength! Last Tuesday we had a remarkable season among the Lutherans; children and grown people were much impressed."

It was his carnest wish to go immediately to Georgia, but was absolutely dissuaded by his physicians, till he recovered his strength. In the latter end of November, he left Philadelphia and went to Newyork, preaching several times by the way; at the college of Newjersey, and also at Edinburghtown, with much approbation and success. His spirits now revived, so that he was enabled to preach three times a week. During his stay at Newyork, in the winter, he writes, "prejudices in this place have most strongly subsided. The better sort flock as eagerly as the common people, and are fond of coming for private gospel conversation. Congregations continue very large, and I trust, saving impressions are made upon many.

"Philadelphia, May 9, 1770.

"This leaves me a two days inhabitant of Philadelphia. I embarked at Savannah in the Georgia packet, on the twentyfourth ultimo, and arrived here the sixth instant. The evening following, I was enabled to preach to a large auditory, and was to repeat the delightful task this evening. Pulpits, hearts, and affections, seem to be as open and enlarged towards me as Praise the Lord, O my soul! As yet I have my old plan in view, to travel in these northern parts all summer, and return late in the fall to Georgia. Through infinite mercy, I still continue in good health, and more and more in love every day with a pilgrim life. God bless you and all my dear friends and hearers in the great metropolis. I know they pray for me. They are never forgotten day or night."

ever.

"Philadelphia, May 24, 1770.

"I have now been here near three weeks; and in about a week more, I purpose to set off for Newyork, in my way to Boston. A wide and effectual door, I trust, hath been opened in this city. People of all ranks flock as much as ever. Impressions are made on many, and I trust they will abide. To all the episcopal churches, as well as most of the other places of worship, I have free access. Notwithstanding I preach twice on the Lord's day, and three or four times a week besides, yet I am rather better than I have been for many years. This is the Lord's doing. To the long-suffering never failing Lord, be all the glory."

"Philadelphia, June 14, 1770. "This leaves me just returned from one hundred and fifty miles circuit, in which, blessed be God, I have been enabled to preach every day. So many new as well as old doors are open, and so many invitations sent from various quarters, that I know not which way to turn myself. However, at present, I am bound to Newyork. Help me to praise Him whose mercy endureth forever. As yet, I am enabled to ride and travel cheerfully; the heat not being greater than in England. Expect to hear further as we go along. The ship I find is going."