ROYAL PHELPS TO S. J. TILDEN
"Private.
"22 East 16th St., Saturday Evening, Nov. 4, 1871.
"My dear Mr. Tilden,—You must not be allowed to spend any money for your election. Your noble conduct has made all honest Democrats your debtors. I have just sent my subscription to Mr. Cooper, but there must be many expenses which the committee cannot provide for, and on Monday I will send you a check for $250 to aid in your personal expenses.
"It has only just occurred to me that we should all strengthen your hands, or I should have done this before.
"Very truly Your friend, & proud of your political course,
"Royal Phelps."