It was dated from the Savoy Hotel.
"My DEAR SON,--I do not deserve that you should read beyond these three words.

I have as little right to call you my son as you can have desire to claim me for your father.

I am here, however, purely on an errand of justice.

I have learned that you have been robbed of the sum set aside to give you a start in life.

I am here to endeavor to replace it, for which purpose I desire that you will grant me a business interview within the next few days.