I received yours of 6th jan
notifying me of being called
to go a Mission to the
Southern States. I may say
that it is like a shock to me.
in my ignorance to think
of taking this responsibility
but if you and my Bretheren
think I am worthy, I am
willing with the help of my God
to obey the call, for in indeed
of my myself I am very
weak. There is nothing to hinder
me from going, but just now
I am short of money. I have
Property I could sell, but to
do so for the cash in so short