_P. S._ Since writing the above I received yours. I find the threatened blow is given. I hope _both_ are enabled to say, “The LORD hath given, and the LORD hath taken away: and blessed be the name of the LORD.” Be pleased to send what letters you have for me, and accept these few lines of condolance from, my dear Sir,
Yours, &c. &c. in an all-compassionate JESUS,