The board have been thus particular, because they rely with full confidence on your patriotism and capability, which have been unanimously assigned to you.
You will perceive our object is, to contribute, as far as lays in our power, pecuniary aid, and assist in securing you such agricultural and mechanical emigrants as, in your opinion, the Settlement may need; and in all our recommendations to you, we shall endeavor to have an eye to character, knowing full well that by that alone you must stand or fall.
We have been informed here by a letter (purporting to be written by a Mr. Stover), that the Canada Company actually refuses to sell land to colored persons; and that they are anxious to buy out the colored settlers at Wilberforce.
Be pleased to inform me if that be a fact, with its particulars; and if there be any disadvantages in purchasing land by colored emigrants.
The board would be happy to know if you have had any news from your agent in England. If any, what are his prospects?
You will please be particular and candid in stating your wants (as well as disadvantages) to us, as we will do our utmost to satisfy them, as well as promote the happiness of the settlers, and the prosperity of the Settlement.
Be pleased to answer as soon as possible, for we as brothers in common, feel deeply interested.
With sentiments of sincere friendship,
I remain, yours,