Holograph, signed.

The author's signature was cut out of this manuscript and their name is unknown. The author writes to Maria Weston Chapman that "we cannot all be of one mind, of one heart of one company upon this journey." Refers to the measure in question, in which the writer and Chapman disagree. Defends own position as consistent with allegiance to duty. Understands that Chapman is not angry and honors her motives. The writer laments the loss of "your, & your husbands society. I wish that you could feel free to go with us."