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It seems however that the young white students had been called on by certain parties to aid in a disturbance of the peace - but whether it was intended or not, no harm or interruption occurred. After the meeting was dismissed there was considerable excitement, and a large body of colored men wanted to guard me to the Hotel, but not wishing to encourage any demonstrations of this kind, I urged them to disperse and go to their homes. Instead of returning to the Hotel, I remained at Walker Smith's about fifteen minutes, when the coach called for me, and I went without molestation to the Depot. Since then I understand that harm was intended, but probably prevented through fear of the consequences. M.E. Shearman has since written to Miss Allen to try and induce her to come home, but she remains stubborn and refuses to comply, even to an earnest appeal from her Mother, a good old Colored Woman in Philadelphia. Miss Thompson is much beloved by her School, and held in esteem by all the people except there who represent the Digg's party - some of these I understand intended to send their Children to our School. 
Sun. Jan 30th I spent the morning with the Brush Creek Monty County, Sabbath School, and gave instruction how to properly conduct the School - Also supplied them with the necessary I.S. Books and papers. The Monday following I inspected the day School, which compares favorably with Schools of the same grade, and length of time that they have been in session. They have a good School House, very nicely fitted up, and pleasantly located. Both Scholars and Parents take a great interest in the School, and my visit, gave general satisfaction.