Dr. Thomas—Dear Sir: —This “Great Eastern Question” seems to be an insoluble conundrum to many; but for myself, I was perfectly prepared for its solution from the beginning, consequent upon the perusal of your deeply-wrought work, “Elpis Israel,” some two years ago, and which is now endorsed by the celebrated Dr. Cummings of London, England, in respect to the fulfilment of prophecy.

Persons generally laugh at the idea of Russia being victorious, and outmanoeuvring the Anglo-French league; but all that surprised me was, that Nicholas did not seize Constantinople when Menschikoff left.

It is a gratification to all authors to know whether their works are read, and how prized. I must therefore tell you that I have read “Elpis Israel” through three times; and though I do not endorse all it contains, still, I believe it to be the best exposition of the Bible extant; and if I could not obtain another copy of it, I would not accept a hundred dollars for the one I possess.

With sincere wish for the prosperity and advancement of the word you are teaching, I remain, Dear Sir,

Very faithfully yours,

R. W. NELSON, M.D.

Buffalo, N.Y., February, 1854.

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