the poor fellow hardly knew what to do but concluded to take the wide world for it -
I am thankful that I have been permited to live to help work out the great problem that has vexed the brain of our wisest statesmen for the last half Century.  The present is second only in importance to the era that ushered in the advent of the Redeemer of Mankind.  The future destiny of states & empires & millions now living & million yet unborn hangs on the success of the present experiment of the United States.  Let us hope that the expectation of Philanthropists may not be disappointed - But I must close the mail is about leaving - We brought ten days rations with us & are to return at the end of that time or live on the country by paying for it.  I think we will leave here for Galveston in ten or twelve days & probably to from there to N. O. & home.  This is what I think but intend to be Just as well contented as posible if we have to remain longer.  You will of course adapt yourself to circumstances & enjoy your self as well as posible - It is very hot here.  Yesterday Mercury stood at 100 [degrees] & I think is as hot to day - Give my love to all & believe me eve you affectionate husband        L A Garrett
