255. From a Lady to Her Fiancé Breaking off Their Engagement on Account of His Coldness.
T——, July 22, 19—.
Dear Mr. Lawrence:—
You will not feel surprised at the contents of this letter; indeed, you have hardly left me any alternative than to say our engagement is at an end. Perhaps I ought to have arrived at this decision sooner, but was reluctant to give you up until quite sure it was the right thing for me to do. I could not be happy with one whom I did not esteem as well as love, and by your conduct of late you have forfeited my good opinion, and have destroyed my faith in you. Your letters are herewith returned and I beg that you will send mine back; kindly acknowledge also receipt of the presents you have made me at different times.
Believe me,
Yours truly,
Madeline Storrs.
256. From a Lady to Her Fiancé Breaking off Their Engagement on Account of a Change in Her Feelings toward Him.
N——, February 10, 19—.
Dear Harry:—