40/88 He is considered to be a man of great independence of character, and has the reputation of being very tenacious of his own opinions. In manner he is quiet and unassuming. Mrs.Adams comes of a considerable family in Mass., of the name of Brooks. The late wife of Mr.Edward Everett, who, as your L.is aware, has held the offices of Minister in London and Secretary of State, was her sister[94]." Similar characterizations were being forwarded at almost the same time by Bunch in regard to the Southern Commissioners, now being despatched to London, but they were not so favourable. |