"HON. S. J. TILDEN.
"29 WALL STREET,
"NEW YORK, _March 22d, 1875_.
"MY DEAR SIR,--Among our best people there is but one opinion as to
your message about the canals.
"You are right; the case is urgent, the evils you point out are of the
greatest importance, both in their financial and moral aspect; the
remedies proposed seem practical, and the honor of your administration,
of our party, and of all good citizens is involved in your movement.
"Be firm and active, and if you feel that your success would be
facilitated by a public expression of opinion from our strong men, we
will organize such a demonstration.
"Very Truly Yours,
"ALGERNON S. SULLIVAN."