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all perfectly well – tho
there is a good deal of sickness
prevailing. Mother
is at Mrs. Beal's now – as
Kenneth is sick. [But?] I
heard that he was better last
night. The boys are very
good and send love & kisses
to the dear absent papa.

Hoping very soon? to see you.

I am
Lovingly your wife
Lucy A. Bessey.