Not less than four times have I begun it, and as often have been interrupted.

Pray write me now and then.

Your words are always sweet and pleasant to my soul.

Believe me, ever yours truly, "GEORGE RIPLEY." "Harvard, Mass., November 11, 1843 .-- DEAR FRIEND: Your kind letter of the 1st came duly to hand, and we are making arrangements to enjoy the benefit of your healthful bequest.
"Please to accept thanks for your sympathy and the reports of persons and things in your circle.

They have interested me much but I am about to make you the most incongruous return conceivable.