267 278 What shame to us such a conjecture
on their part, and how deadly to
discipline. You see then, whither,
prompted by duty and the law I steadfastly
drive. But I beeseech you, my
friends, do not take me amiss. I
42 feel even ^ much as you do for this
unfortunate boy. But did he know
our hearts, I take him to be of
that generous nature that he
would feel even for us on whom
in this military necessity so
heavy a compulsion is laid.
267 278 What shame to us such a conjecture
on their part, and how deadly to
discipline. You see then, whither,
prompted by duty and the law I steadfastly
drive. But I beeseech you, my
friends, do not take me amiss. I
42 feel even ^ much as you do for this
unfortunate boy. But did he know
our hearts, I take him to be of
that generous nature that he
would feel even for us on whom
in this military necessity so
heavy a compulsion is laid.

Transcribed by: John Bryant