The Writings of Carl Schurz/From James Freeman Clarke, February 17th, 1881
FROM JAMES FREEMAN CLARKE
Jamaica Plain, Mass., Feb. 17, 1881.
As a citizen of Massachusetts, and an old friend, I desire to congratulate you on your able and satisfactory defense against the charges made against you, in regard to the Indians—charges which to me never had any sense or reason. I have watched the whole course of the argument, and believe you to have been the best friend the Indians have had. It is not necessary for you to be told this—but it is gratifying to me to say it.
With much respect, yours.