Monday, June 4, 2018

Amos A. Lawrence to Dr. Webb, Secretary of the Emigrant Aid Company, July 20, 1855

Boston, July 20, 1855.

Dear Doctor, — Here is a letter which indicates that the crisis approaches, and it shows that our friend Robinson is the man to meet it. That a revolution must take place in Kansas is certain, if that can be called a revolution which is only an overthrow of usurpation. When farmers turn soldiers they must have arms. Write to Hartford and get their terms for one hundred more of the Sharps rifles at once.

Yours truly,
A. A. L.

SOURCE: William Lawrence, Life of Amos A. Lawrence: With Extracts from His Diary and Correspondence, p. 96

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