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Mission Work in Ceylon Amid Heathen Forts and Temples
A historical letter describes Swartz’s church at Fort St George in Ceylon with a modest structure and marble monument from England. It notes clashes with local Rajah troops, pagan temples, and a Brahmin pagoda as well as Protestant efforts to convert natives, train future missionaries, and expand Colombo missions. The Colombo circuit covers 40 miles with multilingual services in English, Portuguese, and Sinhalese, and plans for additional classes while managing church lighting costs.
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Swartz
Lally
Mr.Swartz
England
Papas
Mesérs
Harvard and Cloves
Columbo
Colpetly
Ceylon
Colombo