Being at the dedication of Canal Street Church in Chicago, in 1843, we took the first notes refer ring to Western Methodism; and about 1850 we fully determined to write such a work as we now give the reader. Ever since we have been. Gather ing, as we could, items for such sketches. We have received information from many sources concerning most events, and it is wonderful how much those who took part in the events differ in statements.

Out of these contradictions we have been able, in most instances, to arrive at the truth, and we think the sketches are generally correct.

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