Letter from Charles U. Locander, 7 October 1888 [LE-12144]
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To Pres. W. Woodruff,
Esteemed Brother,
Your notification of my call to Turkey duly received.
The courtesy shown me thereby is greater probably, than I
have as yet merited. I will gladly conform.
According to the easiest available information, the
minimum expenditure involved will amount to $15000
Consistent with prospects (small sums standing out as yet)
I shall be able & willing to contribute $10000, not much less-
perhaps some more. If nothing propitious is
reached, I can & nee will—if need be—go as far as my
present allowance would permit, & persue as formerly
Navigation (Interpreting &tc &tc) until my field be reached.
I would like 2 or 3 days stay in N. York, however I go,
for Genealogical purposes.
Wishing to soon hear of any action taken; I res-
pectfully assure you, Sir of my sincerity in our holy cause.
Awaiting orders, the undersigned desires to be ever,