New York, March 2, 1858.
My Dear Wife, —I
received yours of the l7th of February yesterday; was very glad of it, and to
know that you had got the ten dollars safe. I am having a constant series of
both great encouragements and discouragements, but am yet able to say, in view
of all, “hitherto the Lord hath helped me.” I shall send Salmon something as
soon as I can, and will try to get you the articles you mention. I find a much
more earnest feeling among the colored people than ever before; but that is by
no means unusual. On the whole, the language of Providence to me would
certainly seem to say, “Try on.” I flatter myself that I may be able to go and
see you again before a great while; but I may not be able. I long to see you
all. All were well with John and Jason a few days since. I had a good visit
with Mr. Sanborn at Gerrit Smith's a few days ago. It would be no very strange
thing if he should join me. May God abundantly bless you all! No one writes me
but you.
Your affectionate
husband,
John Brown.
SOURCE: Franklin B. Sanborn, The Life and Letters of
John Brown, p. 442-3
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