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J. H. MOORES,

REAL ESTATE.

Lansing, Mich. Jan. 3rd 1880

Chas. E. Bessey Esq

Ames Iowa

Dear Sir: I think I now have an opportunity to close out your Oceana Co. land, I priced it at $10.00 per ounce or $1200.00 on reasonable terms. Say 1/4 down-[bad]? 1-2 & 3 years - [?] - thinks it too much but wants to know [?] I [?] do for all cash.

I think if I can get $1000.00 cash. . that it is best to let it go but before making any after to [seel]? I thought best to let it go but before making any after is [seed]? I thought best is [?] you. Taxes will be forgotten next month. Write soon as you can.

Yours Truly,

J. N. [Moores]?