"The officer that rescued Mr. Trevithick is now living. I am sure he will confirm what I say, if needful. A letter will find him if addressed to No. 4, Earl Street, Carlisle, Cumberland.
"There are more details, but I cannot state them in a letter, and you might not wish to hear them if I could.
"I am, Sir,
"Your very obedient servant,
"James Fairbairn,
"who writes as well as rheumatic gout will let him.
"P.S.—I forgot to say the name of the officer is Hall.
"To —— Watkin, Esq."
"4, Earl Street, Carlisle, 16th December, 1864.
"Dear Sir,
"On my return from Liverpool this day I find your letter of the 9th.
"In reply I have the honour to say that if you will be pleased to state upon what points you require information, I shall be but too happy to furnish it if I can.