The earlier years of my life, Mr.Troy, have been passed in the tuition of young ladies.

I have been happy in meriting the confidence of parents; and I have been strict in observing the golden rules of economy.

On my retirement, I have been able to invest a modest, a very modest, little fortune in the Funds.

A portion of it is at the service of my niece for the recovery of her good name; and I desire to place the necessary investigation confidentially in your hands.

You are acquainted with the case, and the case naturally goes to you.