May 1 Monday – Still at Dr. Rice’s home in New York, Sam sent a civil note to his brother, Orion.

I am less nervous now….If the weather is fair in the morning I go to Elmira, & will stay on the hill at Susie Crane’s until I am sound & hearty again. With love to you both / Sam [MTP].

Sam also wrote to Franklin G. Whitmore, somewhat more definite about going to Elmira. It was rainy so he wouldn’t venture out this day, but was definitely going to leave in the morning. Sam thanked him and his wife for offering their hospitality. He asked him to take care of Dr. Porter’s bill, no doubt the Chicago physician who treated him [MTP].