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fire. We were trying to help Joc plan what to
do – but he went to bed & we must too.

Father sends love & wants to write you & will
try to do so soon – Do not say awful [underlined] for awfully [underlined]
or very – dear. I notice you did once or twice
it is not correct English –

Fondest love from each one of us.

If you hear anymore talk about going to France
let us know – because I want to go down & stay
in San Diego if there is any danger of that [double underlined] –

Your loving Mother
R. Helen Bates

Be sure to tell us if we can
help you in anyway – Benedictions always
Mother