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I believe it was the design of
Providence that I should be called
to this place in order that I might
discharge an important duty in regard
to this Institution and also on
my own account. The position has
been a severe school in which
I have had an opportunity of becoming
better acquainted with
myself and the world wither
the effect has been beneficial
or otherwise remains to be seen

But I ought not my dear friend
on the present occasion speak
so much of myself though I know
you will pardon me, and
indeed if you knew the trials
to which I have been subjected
and still am you would feel that
        