To my infinite regret and concern I hear that a person who
has long flattered me with the hopes of an ~~unattainable~~ Friend-
ship has left me without seeing me.

To say I am hurt is to say little indeed. Hope would per-
suade me that accident alone has been my foe - but other fears
will obtrude in a Wicked World

Whatever the cause - let me know it immediately - I can find
a thousand excuses for a change of sentiment, in a world of changes-
but not one for insincerity.

If therefore I have any ways erred (unintentionally that must
be toward you and yours) I claim from your justice the knowledge
of it. If I must resign that most extraordinary and unique regard
which has so long been envied me - give me the coup de grace at
once - Delay and Doubt is Torture.

April 15th

Don't Proceed ------ Unless------
You will Design to Receive--------
The Warmest Affection ------ The Most
Sincere and Heartfelt Love and Duty -----
from your most

Unhappy Children