I know not what the issue will be and wish to be prepared, and have you all prepared, for the worst in regard to the bill.

Although I learn of no opposition yet I have seen enough of the modes of business in the House to know that everything there is more than in ordinary matters uncertain.

It will be the end of the session, probably, before I return.

I will not have to reproach myself, or be reproached by others, for any neglect, but under all circumstances I am exceedingly tried.

I am too foreboding probably, and ought not so to look ahead as to be distrustful.