Dear Richard—How very unhappy I am this morning, as I know I will be for many mornings to come. The news of our friend’s death has saddened me greatly. I do not know if you have tried to reach me, I have been away, I have not been well, I doubt if I shall return to Hampden until after the funeral— How sad it is to think that Wednesday will be the last time that we shall all be together. I hope this letter finds you well. It brings love.
