because the ladies of our country, when informed that a lady of your rank has strewn us this respect, will then know that we are not regarded here as unworthy and despised persons. But, alas! madam, if you refuse this request, how great will be our mortification! we know not where else to apply.”
This poor woman’s address, which she spoke with tears, moved my compassion. “Good woman,” said I, “do not afflict yourself, I will
because the ladies of our country, when informed that a lady of your rank has strewn us this respect, will then know that we are not regarded here as unworthy and despised persons. But, alas! madam, if you refuse this request, how great will be our mortification! we know not where else to apply.”
This poor woman’s address, which she spoke with tears, moved my compassion. “Good woman,” said I, “do not afflict yourself, I will
