I can only tell you in regard to Mr. Linscott that I think he will be a most valuable ally of "Christian Science". Since he studied with me a year ago, he has studied and read all sides of the question and he tells me that he has come to the conclusion that what you have named "Christian Science" is the truth itself. It is his own voluntary statement and he leaves the temperance work of his own accord; I have never urged him to do so, feeling that that result would be better brought about naturally; if he made a change because he was urged to do it, there would be more danger of his changing again- He says that I can answer yes to all your questions; his health is excellent and he is ready to start for BostonEditorial Note: Boston, Massachusetts at any moment. Experience has taught me that we may know people for many years and then be greatly surprised at something done by them which we did not think they would do, so I always feel that when I vouch for anyoneAs Written:any one, there is a possibility of future disappointment; but I feel safer in regard to him because he has come to his conclusions of his own accord. He seems to be decidedly in earnest. He certainly has it in his power to do a great deal for the causeEditorial Note: The cause of Christian Science.; he will probably travel and lecture having headquartersAs Written:head quarters– he thinks now – in Nebraska; but I do not think he has positively decided the matter, and would be guided somewhat by your wish in the matter. He has been a travelling lecturer for some years and so would be likely to continue in the field. I earnestly hope that he may prove to be all that we desire for, I equally with yourself, want to see earnest workers in the field where enthusiasm is so tempered with discretion that they can present the statements of "Christian Science" in a manner which will command respect.
Please write to me after he has been with you for a few days and tell me what you think of him. He will start at once on receiving your telegram-