Money

Boston Post Office

May 24th 1872

Dear Sir [Vere Foster],
You perhaps have not forgotten me. When I say you in Boston you were kind enough to speak of my family. I meant then to try and get them out here. Since then I have been in bad health an I am disappointed somewhat.

My sisters are very poor and very industrious. They could do nothing in New England but sew or go as house servants. They may as well remain at home. I wish they could get to Canada. I am really ashamed to trouble you, a stranger, but I know you have helped so many you will at least advise these poor girls.

There is an emigration scheme for Canada now being put into practise in Ireland. A letter from you to the agent, for my sisters, will ensure their protection. I will pay part of their passage money: I did mean to pay it all, but my money is nearly gone, and they cannot well wait. If you can help me in this, dear Sir, you will make me very happy and very grateful.

I am very respectfully yours,

John Boyle O'Reilly