Houghton Letter 1863-07-08 Page 1

Andover July 8th 1863

Mr Warren

Dear friend
I received yours of the 7th at
this moment, I was quite surprised
to hear of a picnic in Stow.
I am glad to hear that you
had such a pleasant time.
You spoke about my post-
poneing purchasing my Hdk'fs Sock.
&c untill you come I can do
it.

About my going to Mr. H,
it was his own proposition about
my having a vacation it would
never have entered my head if he
had not mentioned it. I will give
you his words "Herbert will stay
untill Sept, and any time before
that will do if you wish to visit.