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Date
3-2-1824
Keywords
England voyage, Christian Observer, Appeal, Reverend Wheaton, Mr. Gray
Recommended Citation
Gray, William, "Letter to Philander Chase" (1824). Philander Chase Letters. 176.
https://digital.kenyon.edu/chase_letters/176
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William Gray [?] of York to Bishop Chase
Dear and Right [?],
York 2nd March 1824
Though I know not where this may find you, I cannot refrain giving you a line, to [?] my [?] joy at your having got an accommoda [?] with Bishop Holart, you so satisfactory a footing - the father, as the case appeared to me [?] embarrassing, [?] danger was threatened which even way you decided, supposing the Bishop had [?] and for one third of the contribution. Ms. Dallin is equally glad you [?] the few other friends be who hear of your dilemma.
With my hearty good wishes and prayer for the blessing of the Great Head of the Church [?] you and your members; and with [?] Grays [?] sentiments, I am, [?].
Respectfully and faithfully yours,
Will Gray
P.S. We still get a few additions to our [?] which has now reached 150 and upwards.