After he returned to London, his American friends pursued him with importunities to continue among them a career, which promised large opportunities of public usefulness. To their importunities he later yielded, but not until 1906.
Upon returning to London, his American acquaintances sought to persuade him to remain in the United States and pursue a career there, which promised substantial benefits for the public good. Despite their efforts, he delayed accepting their offer until 1906.