controversial & petty character.

As between yourself & D^r Deane I have endeavored to maintain the impartiality of an editor & a mutual friend, & my correspondence with both parties is with my full consent perfectly at the disposition of both. I hope that you & D^r Deane will not give up your friendly relations. It is much better to meet soon & shake hands. Consider the discussion as a matter finished and go on as if nothing had happened.

My son joins me in the cordial regards with which I am,

my dear sir,

as ever truly yours,

B Silliman

Prof Ed Hitchcock