Dec. 14th,, 1886
There is no form among men, therefore I will not try to express my love for love because Immortal.– I purchased one of your Books Science and HealthEditorial Note: Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures by Mary Baker Eddy of Miss Cheney one of your Students now at 68 Victoria St. Montreal P.Q. formerly from Worcester MassachusettsAs Written:Mass I understand, and who is seemingly thronged with visitors, about 8 had Called within 1 1/2 hours during very rainy snowy bad walking,–
I have read your works thoroughly time and again for nearly a year, Mrs,, M. A. Lilly 1066 Wilcox Av,, Chicago well known to the ShermansEditorial Note: Bradford Sherman, Martha E. Sherman, and Roger Sherman could tell you much of me. I am a business man, but can see my way to abandon it for "Truth"
Have a desire to enter your Class in College. have first Class references, never endorsed creeds, Am called "liberal to a fault".- Have always sought a reason for everything, accepted nothing not proved,,—
How glad would I express this rest and Peace, Joy ! Glory ! Your books have given me.—
What further would be necessary? when could I enter College? Does the $300.Editorial Note: $300.00 in 1886 is the equivalent of $10,005.81 in 2024.— all have to be paid in advance?
I have bought and given away 4 of your Books –
The last has your Engraving in, I feel that I know you now. - You are blessed,,—