My Dear Miss Dickenson

I am distressed beyond measure at your note, received this moment, - I can only imagine the affliction which has befallen, or is now befalling you.

Believe me, be what it may, you have all my sympathy, and my constant, earnest prayers.

I am very, very anxious to learn more definitely of your trial - and though I have no right to intrude upon your sorrow yet I beg you to write me, though it be but a word.

                                                                                               In great haste

                                                                                      Sincerely and most

                                                                          Affectionately Yours -----