I was nominated as a candidate for City Treasurer without having sought the office and contrary to my desire.

After voicing many objections, I accepted the candidacy, because no good citizen should refuse a public office if his fellow citizens see fit to choose him.

Because of my nomination, several personal plans--among them an extended journey to Europe which I had contemplated--had to be changed. And, since I am not a voluntary candidate in the true sense of the word, I would not like to be defeated in the coming election. For this reason, I ask my fellow German citizens for their vote, and assure them that I shall represent their interests whenever the occasion arises, and that I shall not misappropriate a penny of the money entrusted to me when transferring the city's account to my successor.

Respectfully,

Wm. C. Seipp