through the clouds on the thin delta of Arawa Plantation and know that far over there Esson's native labor are spread out under the palms hoping to catch one cool evening's breath of air. It is like stealing music from the angels. January 12th. Today Dr. Drowne's condition is im- proved. Although he is still weak his temperature has gone down and his spirits have proportionally ascended. It is very cheering to us. Hamlin went up the mountain on the strength of his turn for the better, and the camp has begun to take on signs of reanimation. In the morning Mr. Fordyce's carriers from the vil- lage of Miwarika returning with supplies for his partner brought with them the supplies we had sent for at the store in Kieta. Our flour supply is thereby replenished and the privilege of having fried scones for breakfast guaranteed forwell into the future. These four men under the leadership of the village Kukerai, who is, according to Mr. Fordyce, a very capable and wiley fellow, will arrive at their destination Saturday night. The heavy rains continue and it is remarkable to think of the dis- tance these men will cover, strapped to heavy knapsacks, over the mud slides of the mountains. They will sleep at Lamara tonight, which is well the other side of Ko- kere, and come to Miwarika the following evening. Mr. Fordyce's partner ought to be glad to see them. He is expected to be able to set out for the coast very soon after they arrive, and should get to our camp Sunday or Monday.