962.—Thursday, August 12, 1858.

BLUE BELL.—Letters received the 10th. Henceforth I have every confidence—it was only this trial I feared. I have had a dreadful letter from P. Trust no one. Look again 17th. Will try what I can do the other way. Keep up your spirits.—LOCHINVAR.

963.—Wednesday, August 18, 1858.

BLUE BELL.—Your letter received. Your feelings on receipt will tell you mine. Address given will always find. I leave for the continent in a week. Will continue to communicate thus. Never mind the P. S. question. Write when can.—Lochinvar.

964.—Friday, August 20, 1858.

ALL’S WRONG, Wrong. From Old Tom. Write.

965.—Saturday, August 21, 1858.

BLUE BELL.—The genuine, truthful, earnest style of your letters is deeply appreciated. Do not alter it. For C. read J. Two months. L. has and always will have perfect confidence. Keep L. advised as to all movements at head quarters.—Constantia.

966.—Saturday, August 28, 1858.