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I could not enclose those letters with the one I wrote
you dated 17th & 18th & I now send them in a seperate enclosure.
Gen. A. Rogers of Middleburg would give you a most flattering letter,
if you wish it I will get one, or you could apply direct to
him. He is known as a legislator. Mr. Benedict is so low that he
cant write you, but I understand he desired to do so if he was
able, has expressed himself as gratified very much by yr letter,
& says he feels highly honored by the application, speaks in admiration
of the terms of your compliments, & of your character etc.

I feel an assurance that you must succeed in your laudable
enterprize, & noble aspirations, fortune favours the brave, it is
s.d. The position would afford you greater opportunities for usefulness,
which w.d be used by you, I am sure to promote the good
of man the good of society & the Glory of God. This ought to be
the design & desire of aspirants.

Give Edw.d incouragements. I hope that he will come out
creditably & nobly.