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every thing that belongs to real Republicanism and consciously conceive it my duty to do my Duty [struck through] utmost to support the Cause which has I think been declining [?]

I have for many years contended w.th many who never were your Friends, and I know many who will not do you any Good [underlined]. I wish to write to you in confidence as a Friend in truth -

with affection Dr. Sir