William Lyon Mackenzie King,
Letter upon receipt of a crystal ball
“ Surprised as I was to see this perfect crystal ball in the box which I opened, I was even more amazed when on opening the envelope attached to it, I read the words "With Mr. A. H. Caspary's compliments". Really you must forgive me, if I find it quite impossible to express to you what I feel about your thought and generosity. I have still to fathom the mystery, for it is as if this gift had fallen into my hands from the skies, and, indeed, from beyond the skies, some good angel has been inspiring your heart as well as your mind, and I must find out from you just who it is. ”
