Wednesday, October 13, 1869

(Sharon, Ct.) Up at 7.30. Rainy day. Attended session of S.S. Convention at Congl. Ch. Spoke on relation of teacher to class during the week. Defended also, Bible study as a regular service against statements as to West from Rev. Mr. Bassett of Warren. In aftn. spoke to children, using deaf-mute signs in illustration. Convention closed before tea. In evening, met a number of friends at Gen. Sedgwick's. Pleasant evening. Retired at 10.30.