DEAR FRIEND,--For such you have been to me, and it is to you I am
indebted for the papers, tracts, and sermons that I have received
and enjoyed so much. I have derived genuine comfort from them, and
sincerely thank you for thinking of one so unhappy and so tossed
about for a haven of rest. Truly yours is a heavenly mission,
answering the needs of many like myself afflicted beyond human aid.
The sermons of James Freeman Clarke are peculiarly comforting; and
indeed I have read all you sent me with the deepest interest and
benefit. How I wish I might in some way recompense your Society as
it deserves! And you individually have my deepest gratitude, which
is so little for such thoughtfulness as yours.