Journal of John Smith, Le Resouvenir, Demerara, 6 March 1817 - 18 August 1823
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Title:
Journal of John Smith, Le Resouvenir, Demerara, 6 March 1817 - 18 August 1823
Series Title:
CWM. LMS. West Indies & British Guiana Journals. Journals
Creator:
Smith, John, 1792?-1824 ( Author, Primary )
Place of Publication:
Le Resouvenir, Demerara
Publication Date:

Subjects

Subjects / Keywords:
South America -- Guyana -- Demerara-Mahaica -- Le Ressouvenir
Spatial Coverage:
South America -- Demerara -- Le Ressouvenir
Coordinates:
6.801558 x -58.077502

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Abstract:
"A Journal containing various occurrences at Le Resouvenir Demerary. Commenced in March 1817 by John Smith, Missionary". Begins with a description of taking over the mission ot Demerara, which had been vacant for 12 months since John Wray left. Journal describes in detail the activities of the mission, especially preaching of the gospel to the local slave and free community. Refers to the attitude of the local planters and the Governor towards his preaching. Comments on increasing attendance to services, and describes his preaching activities on a day to day basis. Includes comments upon the estates, such as the relationships and workings between slaves, overseers and planters. ( en )
General Note:
Dated: 6 March 1817 - 18 August 1823
General Note:
VIAF (Name Authority) : Smith, John, 1792?-1824 URI : http://viaf.org/viaf/212091818
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Deposited on indefinite loan by the Council for World Mission.
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Resource Identifier:
CWM/LMS/12/05/02 ( calm reference )
CWM/LMS/West Indies & British Guiana/Journals/Box 1 ( order with reference )