Taunton

Jan. 9.

My dear Sir.

Mr Marshall, to whom I introduced you, tonight, is persuaded, he can help the cause and help you by holding Several meetings in this town—

I think him an interesting man—and his having Spent twenty eight years as a Slave, gives him some advantages as a speaker on the evils of Slavery. is an additional reason I take pleasure in recommending him to you.

You may, I think Safely get him an opportunity to Speak to the Citizens of Taunton Yours most truly with great respect

Frederick Douglass.

Should you decidt to do So, address him care of Lewes Hayden—121 Cambridge St Boston

F. D.