"Letter received. Shall expect you and wife and daughter early on the morning of the 5th, unless you prefer to come on the 4th. Advise me as to train.
"S. J. Tilden."
DANIEL MANNING TO TILDEN
"153 Washington St., Albany, July 11th (1886).
"My dear Governor,—We arrived home safely and comparatively well. The railroad ride did not tire me much; indeed, I stand railroading quite as well as I did two or three years ago.
"I have consulted with Dr. Hun, and because of a certain shortness of breath that troubles me now and again, his conclusions is that high, rarefied mountain air would not be beneficial, but that the sea air along the coast is desirable and would be helpful; therefore, under the advice of Dr. Hun, it is better that I keep away from the Catskill Mountains. What do you think and say?
"We are still feeling the good effects of our visit to Greystone. I am feeling better and more hopeful, and I realize that good has come to be because of my visit to you, and the healthful air that surrounds your very pleasant home.
"Your faithful friend,
"Daniel Manning,
"M. F. M."
D. MANNING TO TILDEN
"Albany, July 21, 1886.