--- has never yet made her appearance; but shall be
welcome whenever she does.
Did you ever hear the name of an aged, or elderly, fantastic
fellow-citizen of yours, called J. Lee Bliss, who designates
himself O.F. and A.K., i.e. "Old Fogey" and "Amiable Kuss"? He
sent me, the other night, a wonderful miscellany of symbolical
shreds and patches; which considerably amused me; and withal
indicated good-will on the man's part; who is not without humor,
in sight, and serious intention or disposition. If you ever did
hear of him, say a word on the subject next time you write.
And above all things _write._ The instant you get home from
California, or see this, let me hear from you what your
adventures have been and what the next are to be. Adieu,
dear Emerson.
Yours ever affectionately,
T. Carlyle
Mrs. --- sends a note from Piccadilly this new morning (June 5th);
_call_ to be made there today by Niece Mary, card left, etc.,
etc. Promises to be an agreeable Lady.
Did you ever hear of such a thing as this suicidal Finis of the
French "Copper Captaincy"; gratuitous Attack on Germany, and
ditto Blowing-up of Paris by its own hand! An event with
meanings unspeakable,--deep as the.
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