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James B. Weaver letters to Clara Vinson, 1856-1858

1858-03-22 Page 03

writing although what is not very pleasant. 
Now I have written honestly, & I hope you will give me credit for that much any way. 
You say "there is nothing so beautiful as a dignified lady with a mind well stored with useful knowledge" well I agree with you only with this differance, a gentleman rather than lady, for I think an ignorant woman can pass through the world to better advantage than a man, Any thing but a man who is willing to live only, or rather just breathe, for live comprehends more than many do. But dont talk to me about dignified ladies for it is an utter impossibility for me ever to be dignified, even if I was the most learned lady in the world. 
Yet I think there is nothing like a well informed mind & am determined to learn all I can, even if I cannot show it off to an advantage, & those who know me best will apperciate me, & love me the more. But I have written enough. Please write soon, very soon, wont you? 
Your friend Clara.

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writing although what is not very pleasant. Now I have written honestly, & I hope you will give me credit for that much any way. You say "there is nothing so beautiful as a dignified lady with a mind well stored with useful knowledge" well I agree with you only with this differance, a gentleman rather than lady, for I think an ignorant woman can pass through the world to better advantage than a man, Any thing but a man who is willing to live only, or rather just breathe, for live comprehends more than many do. But dont talk to me about dignified ladies for it is an utter impossibility for me ever to be dignified, even if I was the most learned lady in the world. Yet I think there is nothing like a well informed mind & am determined to learn all I can, even if I cannot show it off to an advantage, & those who know me best will apperciate me, & love me the more. But I have written enough. Please write soon, very soon, wont you? Your friend Clara.