The ladies of Charleston were much pleased with Miss Murray, and got up for her what they called a Murray testimonial, a collection of divers pretty things made by their own hands.

The large box was ready to be sent to England, but alas for Miss Murray! While they were debating in what way it should be sent to ensure its reaching her without cost to herself, in an unwise moment she sent twenty-five dollars to 'Bleeding Kansas,' and the fit of good feeling towards her ebbed; the 'testimonial' remains unsent.
"April 23, Charleston.

This place is somewhat like Boston in its narrow streets, but unlike Boston in being quiet; as is all the South.

Quiet and moderation seem to be the attributes of Southern cities.

You need not hurry to a boat for fear it will leave at the hour appointed; it never does.
"We took a carriage and drove along the Battery.