I saw Judge Woodward when he was in Lancaster at our great meeting on Thursday last, though I did not attend the meeting. He seems to be in fine spirits, and will, if elected, make an excellent Governor. Governor Porter and Judge Black were with us. The Governor’s health is still good, and he is as shrewd and observant as ever. Judge Black’s speech will, I think, make a noise in the world. It is able and eloquent, and very strong.
I hope nothing may occur to prevent you from visiting me the next time you entertain so good an intention. This I hope may ere long occur.
Miss Lane desires to be very kindly remembered to you. We expect a visit to-day from Sir Henry Holland, and she is busy in making preparations.
From your friend, very respectfully,
James Buchanan.
P.S.—I saw an account of the great meeting to which you refer, and was happy to perceive that you are still in the harness.
[MR. BUCHANAN TO DR. BLAKE.]
Wheatland, December 5, 1863.
My Dear Sir:—
Your favor of the 24th October was well worthy of an immediate answer, but my life here glides along so quietly and tranquilly as to afford no incidents worth communicating.