Katy broke the seal, and as this letter contained some very important information, my young readers may look over her shoulder while she reads it.

It was as follows:-- Liverpool, Nov.

13, 1845.
"Dear Friend:--I take my pen in hand to let you know that I am well, and I hope these few lines will find you enjoying the same blessing.

I arrived to Liverpool safe and sound, and when I got home, I will tell you all about it.

Just as we got in to the dock, I kept thinking about what you told me.