AKRON, April 25, 1850.
DEAR SON JOHN AND WIFE, — I reached here well yesterday, and
found all well. Since I came I have seen your letter to Jason, by which I am
taken somewhat by surprise; but am exceedingly gratified to learn that you have
concluded to quit that city. I have only to say at this moment, do suspend all
further plans and movements until you can hear the result of a general
consultation over matters with Mr. Perkins, your grandfather, and Jason. I will
just say, in few words, that such is the effect here of the California fever,
that a man is becoming more precious than gold; and I very much want my
family to take the legitimate and proper advantage of it. Edward has got married
and gone to California.
Your affectionate
father,
JOHN BROWN.
SOURCE: Franklin B. Sanborn, The Life and Letters of
John Brown, p. 74-5
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