A dozen Brethren, partly from Bethania, partly from Bethabara, took a wagon and went to the new town site (Salem) where in the afternoon they cut down the trees on the place where the first house was to stand, singing several (hymn) stances as they worked.
Trees were then felled for the house which should, when completed, shelter the builders and other workmen. Certain Brethren and boys finished clearing the roads (that) opened last year.
The Brethren Ettwein and Loesch were present and remained overnight with the 12 Brethren, putting up a tent for shelter.
Our (Bible) text for the day was beautifully appropriate for the little beginning in the building (of Salem): "I will defend the city." Isaiah 37:35 -- January 6, 1766 - The Salem Diary
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