It appears to be a duty (though somewhat unpleasant) to say to those who pledged assistance to me in building a house, that I went forward and commenced building, and borrowed money on the strength of those pledges. Offers of further loans have been made, but I do not feel free to accept more without having a reasonable prospect before me of paying again. I am anxious to commence the winter's campaign, but my work hinders. Had I the amount pledged that is yet unpaid I should be relieved. If it would be more convenient to pay in clothing or provisions it would be equally acceptable, as it would enable me to leave soon for important fields of labor. Can I be relieved, or must I work out those pledges with my hands? I wish to have information soon.
J. H. WAGGONER.