, Letter, , to JS, , Hancock Co., IL, 30 Apr. 1844; handwriting of; dockets in handwriting of , Jonathan Grimshaw, and unidentified scribes; seven pages; JS Collection, CHL.
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chance to assist us, and will lend a hand to do so; we shall esteem it a favour conferred upon us by your political power, which we, at some future time, shall be happy to reciprocate. They assured me that they would do all they could; and if they could not get our particular Bill passed, they would get one passed that would favour us as much as possible. At least use their endeavors to do so. and myself will correspond all the time, that if it is necessary for me to be here, the railroad cars will bring me here like the wind.
We have both had an introduction to the ; so our way is open there whenever we wish to see improve it.
I intend now to go to preaching, and make as big a stir as I can. I do not intend to idle away any time. Mr. [John] Ross had gone before we could get to see him. My Best Respects to all our Counsellors, and particulary to our Presiding Elder. May Heaven guide your deliberations, and bless you with ability to carry them into successful operation.
Believe me as ever, Your friend and brother in the Kingdom of Jesus Christ for ever and ever Amen