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August 17, 1899

Mr darling sister,
Your sweet dear appreciated
epistle came yesterday
and I hasten to reply.

You naughty girl,
though for sending me
back that money, for I
know you need it, dear.
But thank you many
times and that many
kisses. Well, I guess I
might as well begin to
answer your many
questions. As for Mr. Head
and I have quit entirely.
I left several of his letters
unanswered and he took
the hint and I am