In this letter to Mr. R.W. Chessman, Robert Simerwell addresses an article that appeared in the "Western Times, No. 31, Vol. 1" on March 28, 1829. According to Simerwell, the article describes the life of an anonymous blacksmith that bears a striking resemblance to himself. Therefore, Simerwell seeks to explain the "truth" of his life to Mr. Chessman. In addition, Simerwell states that "the mission is not as likely to fail as many of its enemies would wish."