Sep. 29. 1884.
I am here yet awaiting the decision of the parties with whom I am negotiating to exchange some of my interests here into money. Just as soon as that is accomplished, I shall at once go forward in the work I have my heart and soul fixed upon. – But I say so far as that is concerned – I am determined that nothing shall keep me back from the “prize of the high calling”Phil 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, Phil 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. . I am perfectly aware that I shall succeed – for spirit is almighty.
Dear Teacher-
Dearly beloved- I am so desirous of seeing you – to be sure I am with you in Spirit – yet, just now I wish you were nearer – This morning early as I was reading your bookEditorial Note: Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy. – what a glorious woman I exclaimed and her name will live in future ages.
I am convinced that there is a glorious field for labor in WashingtonEditorial Note: Washington, D.C. and if only it can be arranged so you can visit WEditorial Note: Washington D.C.- this Winter – wouldn’t that be nice?
I will write to you again soon. My Dear wife joins me with much love –
P.S. Dear teacher – you will write me [?] Unclear or illegible can you not if only just a few words – Your last letter is ever with me – so full it is of earnest desire for my advancement and encouragement.
God bless you ever