Harrisburg, Aug. 28, 1849

Frederick Douglass Sir.—Having observed in the "North Star" of August 10th a Constitution which you have submitted to the public, for the purpose of forming a "National League" among that portion of inhabitants who are oppressed in this country, and having examined the same, I think it admirably adapted for the object at which it aims and, I have not the least doubt, if it is generally adopted by the oppressed of this country, it will contribute to hasten the day when public sentiment in regard to slavery and prejudice shall be revolutionized, when those heathenish landmarks of cast shall be blotted out, and when America in deed and in word shall be a land of Liberty.

Your motto "The Union of the oppressed for the sake of Liberty," is a glorious one—one, that should attract the attention and meet the approbation of the oppressed in this land—one that should be kept floating in the breeze, until universal liberty and equality shall be brazed on the doors and outposts of this nation.

The time has now arrived, when the oppressed of this land should take a more conspicious position. They should centre their influence more on the dead level of liberty, to make their appeals effectual on the public mind.

I shall, therefore, Sir, at the earliest period lay your 'Constitution' before a public meeting of the citizens of this place.

Very respectfully yours,

John N. ColeCole, John N.

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