The last communication I have received from Mr.N.Paul, was in December, 1833, at which time he was vigorously prosecuting his mission, as will more fully appear by the annexed copy of said letter, which I cheerfully send you.

His return is expected daily.
[Copy OF N.PAUL'S LETTER.] MY DEAR BROTHER STEWARD: When I last addressed you, I informed you that I expected to leave this country before a return letter from you could be expected.

I therefore stated, if I remember correctly, that you need not write.
I now find that I shall be detained much longer than I then calculated; and this detention is owing to the Slavery question.

The friends of the cause, advised me to forego my object, until that question was settled; and then they would turn their attention to my cause, and render me what assistance they could.
All their united strength was needed now, while that question was pending.

But thanks be to God, that is now settled.