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he introd: me to Mr. Tolfrey.
I had no occasion to consult M. R. about the demand on Mr. Dow. I have not bn in the habit of seeing him very freqly since I was introd: to Mr. Tolfrey.
My employer has known M. R these 20 years, & I have always taken him for a man of char. There is no great intimacy between us.
Why should I be ashamed.