She either gives a stomach and no food,
Or else a feast and takes away the stomach.”
I cannot yet say when I shall return home, but I expect by every steamer to hear of the appointment of my successor. Indeed, I have been greatly disappointed in being detained here so long. After my relief it is my purpose to pay a brief visit to the continent. At the latest, God willing, I expect to be at home some time in April—possibly before the end of March.
Without a secretary of legation, my letters must be brief. For this I know you will excuse me.
With my best wishes for your health and happiness, I remain always,
Very respectfully, your friend,
James Buchanan.
[TO MR. MARCY.]
London, January 25, 1856.
My Dear Sir:—