If it were necessary we might continue to introduce scores of
editorials, communications, epistles, etc., all breathing a similar
spirit of respect for the rare worth of this wonderful man, but space
forbids. In conclusion, therefore, with a view of presenting him in the
light of his own interesting letters, written when absorbed in his
peculiar work, from a large number on file the following are submitted:
WILMINGTON, 11th mo. 21st, 1855.
ESTEEMED FRIEND, WM. STILL:--Thine of this date, inquiring for
the twenty-one, and how they have been disposed of, has just
been received. I can only answer by saying, when I parted with
them yesterday forenoon, I gave the wife of the person, in whose
house they were, money to pay her expenses to Philadelphia and
back in the cars to pilot the four women to thy place. I gave
her husband money to pay a pilot to start yesterday with the ten
men, divided in two gangs; also a letter for thee. I hope they
have arrived safe ere this. I had to leave town soon after noon
yesterday to attend a brother ill with an attack of apoplexy,
and to-day I have been very much engaged. The place they stayed
here is a considerable distance off. I will make inquiry
to-morrow morning, and in case any other disposition has been
made of them than the above I will write thee. I should think
they have stopped to-day, in consequence of the rain, and most
likely will arrive safe to-morrow. In haste, thy friend,