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from the requirements of the moment, would be impossible. A subsequent acquaintance, with at least the aims of other teachers of the Deaf and Dumb, convinced me that the system suggested by my own mind was founded on similar theoretic principles.
Suffice it, that, convinced of the greatness of the work, inspired by a desire to forward it, encouraged by the success obtained, and knowing how few are ready to undertake it, I have already assumed the charge of another child similarly afflicted, and have ventured to make known my readiness to undertake a labour which, arduous as it may be, is so beneficial in its results, so rich in its reward.
"C'est des difficultés que naissent les miracles."
1, St. Mary Abbott's Terrace, Kensington, W.
July, 1865.
R. G. Rist, Printer, 1, Edwardes Terrace, Kensington, W.
