He says that if I go, I must have you with me, to take care of me, and keep me straight.

I suppose he thinks I will never go if I am obliged to wait for you, for he says your mother will not consent to your going.

You can ask her, any way.

You know you always wanted to have a hand in putting down this rebellion.
If we go at all, I think the best plan is to enter the navy.

It is a much better branch of the service than the army--the discipline is better; there are no long marches to endure; and, wherever you go, your house goes with you.
Now, be sure and do your best, for now is our chance, if ever.
Please write immediately, for I am afraid father will change his mind.
Yours, in haste, Archibald Winters.
When Mrs.Nelson had read the letter, she handed it back to her son without saying a word.
"Well, mother, what do you think of it ?" inquired Frank.
"The matter rests entirely with you, my son," answered Mrs.Nelson, dropping her sewing into her lap.