You know that I have always kept the business that has grown out of the labors of my own hands distinct from that which has been reared on the stolen goods.

I have lived and supported you by it, and now, through God's blessing, it has increased to such an extent that I think we may afford to build a somewhat more commodious house, and furnish it a little better.
"As for the mercantile business, it _must_ go on.

It has prospered and still prospers.

Many mouths are dependent on it for daily bread.

I will continue to manage it, but every penny of profit shall go in charity as long as I live.