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ahead of time to get use
to the hopes of the place, i.e.,
to get accustomed. I am still
boss of the field and I suppose
everything for he said I am
to keep in charge until I go.

Got something to tell you when
I get home.

That was a nice letter of
Nor's. He's some fine brother
alright. In fact they all are.
And concerning Ma & Pa they
are better still. And Martha,
well that a different kind of love.

No news excepting looks
like & will undoubtedly rain tonight.
Hope to see you Nov. 28 if not
before.

With fond love
Joc.

P.S. It is a law that everyone must
wear masks in all Butte Co. I guess
more cases are presenting themselves.
$50.00 fine or 30 days imprisonment.