p.

find her (or him if it should chance to be
a man) of course I should not wish to
limit such services by a salary - if she shared
my thought & my enthusiasm she would be
partner, and though the pecuniary relations
should be definite, they should be equal.

I thnk it will be wise, not to mention my
scheme at present - I have much to do,
before it will be on a substantiated basis in
the estimation of people generally - but I
confide it to you, because I am sure you will
aid me by your judgement if you can.

Do not attempt to write to me - let me professionally
forbid it - I will let you know if I succeed in
my effort and if you meet with my partners,
you will send me a few words only. Much
[page torn] should like to see you - I would ask you
many questions - perhaps I could cure
you! Will you be one of my patients
next year?

Yesterday I saw our Hungarian Hero. I
could not gaze at him without tears.

Ever your friend

Elizabeth Blackwell.

44 University Place