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the fruit crop is heavy all that has
ripened is good. Peaches will be late but I
think good, you had better come up
and preserve you a good lot.

Well I cant think of any thing more of interest
and (illegible) wants to write some so will
close, hoping to hear from you soon.
I was sorry to hear of Ceciles hair being cut
I dont like the fashion. Cecile is very pretty
as is all your girls. have you seen
our county news paper (the Newton Co Reg)
if not I will send you a sample.

Your affectionate bro

R.E. McFarland

Dear C.C. Russell

Dear Sister

I