T2020.102.391

Knowville May 19, '03

Cousin Edith:

Don't be alarmed. Don't get nervious and all worked up now because I am writing you this, [sheet?], and saw little letter but, it is a fact I am doing it. If you don't believe me, write me and find out, and it ain't because I have nothing to do, but jest because I am doing it. We are all alive, including, [Geek?]. Also, well that good news. I am sure, at least, it is to me. We received you papers. Thank you, that must be glorious country out there, almost makes me homesick or some other kind of sick but then, there ain't room out there for everybody, and, as I am somebody, I am that

kind of the body that can't go well. I had better tell you what I want to say before I forget it or you won't know why I wrote this at all and that would be a serious mistake. Mr. J. P. Moare and Mr. J., [?], Grimes left here last Friday for Los Angeles. I gave Mr. Moare your address today and he forwarded it to Mrs. Moare. They only intend staying about, [?], weeks. I would like very much for you to meet them, if feasible.

We have just got through cleaning house and, of cause, are not tired. I am going to cut this sheet as I believe in, {?], dress larger one the next time.

Thomas, read your Valentine and Easter cards. He often asks about you, [?], and, [?], because of the big boys on this street are well.

Trust you are in good health and your sister much inproved. Lawra Loris in sending [?]