We shall, doubtless, find troubles and difficulties in store for us, and it is the part of true wisdom to be prepared for whatever may await us.

If our hearts are right we shall not be taken by surprise.

I see nothing now but an unclouded prospect, for which let us pay to Him who shows it to us the homage of grateful and obedient hearts, with most earnest prayers for grace to use prosperity aright." This was written while there was still hope that Congress might take some action at that session, and Morse was optimistic.

On March 31, he thus reports progress to Vail:-- "I write you a hasty line to say, in the first place, that I have overcome all difficulties in regard to a portrule, and have invented one which will be perfect.

It is very simple, and will not take much time or expense to make it.