MRS. SMITH,

Providence, R. I.

Dear Friend:

You may be surprised to hear that your old friend, in her eighty-fourth year, while musing upon God’s mercy and wisdom, has brought forth this little poem on Creation; which, together with others, permit me to inscribe to you, wishing you a prolongation of the prosperity and happiness you enjoy.

I am yours, &c.
ELIZABETH DIMOND.

Bristol, R. I., Dec. 18, 1847.