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Letter between Elliott McClung & Bartow BullEntry/Object ID
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Bartow W Bull, Elliott McClungSubject
Thursday
Thank you Bart-
them are kind words and I do appreciate them. It is indeed
unfortunate that my temporary indisposition became so magnified for the
bare truth of the matter is that I was not dangerously or seriously ill- a mere
digestive revolution induced or provoked by the residue of a cold with which I had struggled for two weeks.
So far as being the "most important" individual in this happy hamlet- I am
sure that such a definition is a gross exaggeration albeit I have been at times
charged with being so in my own estimation. I am conscious of and I
deeply appreciate the confidence that is reposed in me- the many little things
upon which dependence is placed upon me to perform but I do not count these as a measure of great importance or an indication of indispensibility- it is merely that these small tasks have found rest upon my tender shoulders and surcease thru my humble efforts. You will recall Mr. Stearns's motto- "If I
can be useful to the least of my flock without being a bore to those of
superior discernment, I shall feel that I have served well" or more appropriate
words of similar import.
Yesterday's report was that Mary had not recovered her neckless- I shall institute a further search. I wanted you to know that I did really
appreciate your telephone call and your letter but at the same time I regret that I so unnecesarily alarmed you.
Sincerely,
Elliott
