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London – 10th August 1868
To Mr B
Very dear brother
I doubt that it will be possible now for me to come to the South in France; I am coming back to England after two years’ absence! Moreover, the translation which I have made of the New Testament is completely finished; finally I am thinking of going to the West Indies this winter, and if I can do that, I do not want more. A brother from the West Indies has just arrived, who will furnish me the particulars about the details of this voyage. If before my departure I can achieve the preparation of the new edition, I will write a word, but I am expected for a conference in York, then to the West of England. I do not think for the same reasons of staying there. I desire much to see the brethren, as well as those in Germany and Switzerland and I rather think of visiting the West Indies than to stay there. So I have given you a quick round-up of what the Lord has given me to do. Then I hope to visit the brethren in France and Germany, because I am so delayed in visiting them. I am very attached to the present work in America, but I think that I will have to put it in the Lord’s hands; where therefore if it was not there? Without doubt it is sorrowful to abandon a country where one has worked, but I grow old; although by God’s grace I am well. I hope therefore that God will give me the grace to see the dear brethren on the Continent again. If I do not go to the West Indies, I will come soon, if God will; this will be a joy for me.
I am relaxed about your going to Italy; God will be with you, I do not doubt.
I always read some pages in Italian so as not to forget it entirely.
The work opens up in America, and God has raised up several workers.
Remember that I have reached over 68 years.
When I know something positive about my movements, I will communicate with you.
Yours very affectionately
Letter originally written in French, translated by Sosthenes, 2013
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