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wait for this, as I think it might place us both in an awkward position. And before should I not be a [?] And besides I do not feel like being the target for abuse that I see Bulletin and kindred sheets are preparing for me as a candidate. The Bulletin of last evening puts us down as antagonistic and evidently with a purpose. It would be well if this could be contradicted in such a manner as the people would accepet as conclusive. The improper impression among our friends that we were in antagonism would be seriously [injurious?]. Until matters are settled I will proceed as though there might be no change. The letter from San Francisco says at least $2000.00 must be sent down to day. I will tell my brother to make the advance for me.

I will write from time to time as may be necessary.

Yours truly

Leland Stanford