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seemed hard, he should have to "go
under," just when things seemed to be
on the verge of brightening, as now looks
probable. Everywhere there seems to
be hopeful hearts, men at work, once
more, mills & factories opening and
more courage and hope in the faces
of man. I do not wonder, dear,
that your "pocket book is flat." I
should think it would be and
am only glad you are not so
your own self. It has been a long,
hard strain for you and I wish
you were beside me tonight,
to tell me all about it and let me
look into your face, and "cuddle"
you a little bit, poor child.
Miss, [illegible[, and I are here alone.
Mrs. Bacon has gone for a week or
more to my sister, Mrs. Parke's, [sp?], &
Miss Lily & my nephew to spend
Sunday with friends. It seems funny
to have so small a family, [???], two