I forwarded several of them to distinguished slaveholders in Kentucky--one among others was Mr.
Gatewood, and gave him to understand who sent it.

After showing this letter to several of my anti-slavery friends, and asking their opinions about the propriety of my answering it, I was advised to do it, as Mr.Gatewood had no claim on me as a slave, for he had sold and got the money for me and my family.

So I wrote him an answer, as near as I can recollect, in the following language: DEAR SIR:--I am happy to inform you that you are not mistaken in the man whom you sold as property, and received pay for as such.

But I thank God that I am not property now, but am regarded as a man like yourself, and although I live far north, I am enjoying a comfortable living by my own industry.

If you should ever chance to be traveling this way, and will call on me, I will use you better than you did me while you held me as a slave.