BOSTON, August 2, 1853.
Gentlemen,--It is not in my power to be with you on the evening of
the celebration at Faneuil Hall, but, I pray you, do not consider
me insensible to the honor of your invitation.
Permit me to say that no country excites a generous sympathy more
than Ireland; nor is any society more genial and winning than that
of Irishmen.
Believe me, Gentlemen, faithfully yours,