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made acquainted with the cause of my daughters long visit & delay. I have written to her repeatedly to^return home. I love her very much, but she has stolen a march upon me. Sir "addressing my friend "I have no blame to attach to you but - but - but - do you not think your acquaintance with my daughter has been of too short a duration? I think so. I know what you will reply - Well, Sir - I will be candid with you: I have no fortune to give her, but should she outlive me, as there appears every liklihood, she shall have her share of my property. Now Sir tell me before this assembly. Do you really, love my daughter? (how the Father shed tears) Silence was eloquent^& after some time the reply was "Yes Sir'. The Father approached & embraced him & shook me by the