By the exertions, chiefly, of one lady, $85 have been presented for the purpose of purchasing a bell

Where there is so little cause of rejoicing, it is gratifying to be able to state, that the few members of the Female Episcopal Society, have wrought diligently, and by the sale of a variety of articles, and from some small donations by liberal gentlemen, they have been enabled to defray the expense of painting the church and procuring cushions, &c for the pulpit, reading desk, and altar. There is reason to hope, too, that several of this society will soon kneel at the altar which they have contributed outwardly to adorn. By the exertions, chiefly, of one lady, $85 have been presented for the purpose of purchasing a bell.

(Source: The Rev. Thomas Wright, Parochial Report, St. Luke’s Church, Salisbury, 1829 Journal of Convention, 18)