"I have been thinking somewhat intensely on a particular subject since I saw you.
"I mean in reference to a question of our personal action in a matter which, I suppose, is to come off on Monday.
"I have made up my mind definitively that whatever you or others may think fit to do, I will not, under any circumstances figure in that affair.
"There can be no mistake about its being unfit.[61] I shall be sorry to stand alone, but I am not afraid to do so.
"Yours,
"Ch. O'Conor."
RICHARD B. CONNOLLY TO TILDEN
"June 1st, 1872.
"Hon. S. J. Tilden.
"My dear Friend,—It has been intimated to me by a mutual friend that I have expressed myself as to your acts towards me, previous to the actions of the courts and jury in reference to my case, that you had acted unkindly and in a manner that would not appear at all friendly. I assure you I have not done so, but, on the contrary, have always expressed myself to others that I was fully satisfied that the advice I received from you and Mr. Havemeyer was for my benefit, and that both were governed by pure and patriotic motives. I did confess that in my actions I was influenced by your advice, as being best for the public interest and for my advantage. Be assured, my dear sir, that while I live I shall remember with gratitude your very kind treatment to me during that eventful period in my life, and I know by my future acts I shall prove worthy of your friendship and esteem.
"As ever,
"Yrs. faithfully,
"Richard B. Connolly."