They have learned of my proposed absence and intend to steal a march on us while I am away.

Without assuming too much credit to myself, I may say that I, your old friend, Roxbury, I am the one man who has proved the real thorn in the sides of these scoundrels.

With me out of the way, they feel that they can secure the adoption of all these infamous measures.

My partners and the leaders on our side have sent for me to return secretly.

They won't bring the matter to issue if they find that I've returned; it would be suicidal.