to the Hon. Nathan Hale Esq.

President of the Corporation of the Boston & Worcester Rail Road

Sir,

Mr Gilham Barnes has requested to me to explain to you the nature of the injury sustained by him on the road last June and his situation.

The left arm was so injured that amputation was necessary. The back was seriously injured. The nervous system underwent a concussion, which disturbed his consciousness many days.

Mr Barnes has a wife [and] three or four boys. The eldest is just recovering from typhus fever. He is an industrious poor man, who and whose wife are cheerful laborers and maintain and train their children to become good citizens. If your Corporation ever indulge in a generous sympathy toward humble industry crushed by the mysterious power of your road, Mr Barnes presents a strong example.

With great respect I have the honor to be, Dear Sir, yours & c.