With every sentiment of regard, I remain sincerely,

Your friend,

James Buchanan.

[GOV. LETCHER TO MR. BUCHANAN.]

(Private.)Frankfort, July 7, 1844.

My Dear Sir:—

I have received your answer to my letters. I am glad your recollection of what took place between us corresponds so exactly with mine.

I will not in any event violate my promise, and shall, indeed did, say as much to my distinguished friend. My resolution upon this point is firm and decided; and I do not think it can be changed.

Polk! Great God, what a nomination! I do really think the Democratic Convention ought to be damned to all eternity for this villanous business. Has Polk any chance to carry Pennsylvania?

I write you very hastily to get my letter in to-day’s mail. More hereafter.