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moist air of the Bay. Jack has been having
trouble again with his nose, and I believe will have
to have another operation! They have to give
up their house as Mrs Hamilton wants to move
in and their lease is up. They cannot find
a furnished house any where at present, so I
suppose they will have to come to our house.
which means that I will have to get breakfast
for all hands which I dont relish.

There is very little news and I must get back
to my work, so for the time being Au revoir
mon chèr fils. Lots of hugs & kisses from
us both. Harry Cassebaum told me when
I wrote to remember him to you.

We hope to hear from you again soon, and
wish you all the luck and every good wish.
We know Edward dear, that you will do
your duty. We are not worrying about that.
You need not worry about how you will
"carry on". Again lots of love, and a
safe and soon return
always your loving father
HLA Bates

A fine French Company will be very acceptable!