Note 6 — LETTER I.
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I do not think that the exalted old man will be offended at the publication of this conversation. Every word—even the most insignificant—which has fallen from his mouth, is a precious gift to many. And even should my departed friend in any respect have misunderstood him, or have reported him inaccurately, nothing has been here retained, which, in my opinion, can be called an indiscretion.—Edit.