In the death of your brother, you have sustained a misfortune
which all who had the pleasure of knowing him can feelingly
estimate. I condole with you most sincerely on the sad event,
and if the sympathy of friends can be any consolation under
the trying circumstance, be assured that all who knew him
share in your sorrow for his loss. There is, however, a
higher source of consolation than earthly friendship, and,
commending you to that, I remain,
Yours sincerely,