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displeasing to her_ _ _ But Sir, I wish not to disguise that I have but little word crossed out of the possessions of this world_ My intention is to devote my life to the work of the ministry_ This may prevent my ever being able to give your daughter that ample Support or that constant and strict attention, of which she is deserving_ which it would be my greatest happiness to give her_ and which perhaps I might do, were I not under the most solemn obligations to give myself to the service of the Church of Christ_ Nevertheless, Your Excellent Daughter, is willing to word crossed out forego the conveniences of a slreiter? attention and to Partake with me both of the consolations and afflictions of this Short life..