Samson Ceasar to Henry F. Westfall, 1834 April 1.

Scope and content:

Samson Ceasar writes about conditions in Monrovia, Liberia among the recent immigrants. He notes that many people have died there, and he therefore has not traveled extensively. He comments on the weekly arrival of ships from Europe. He talks about the "natural talents" of the natives, and discusses recent death and sickness among the white missionaries. He realizes that "it is as nigh to heaven in Africa as it is in America," and looks forward to seeing Westfall and his family "on the right hand of God...where we can enjoy the company of each other for ever." He asks Westfall to write "as often as [he] can" about the health of his family and friends, and sends his greetings to all of them. He expects to return "in two or three years," and concludes by apologizing for his bad writing.

Physical description:

ALS, 4 pp.

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