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and this is not all. I never will live him one day after he
takes her to wife, no, never, never, I never can forget days
that have passed. I wish I could wipe from memory tablet
those times and write, forgiveness there. God forgive
me, and assist me in this case, I know I do not talk as
a Christian. I do allow myself to be moved too often by
impulse. But to resume. You will ask me what I
have in view if my brother should marry a certain
lady. I will answer you in a few words. I have two prom-
ising [promising] sons, and I flatter myself they respect their Mother's
happiness.

Robert has been a good deal indisposed, but
is now well. He was taken with a bowel complaint. You
may be sure I began to get allarmed. But a few doces of
medicine had the desired affect. He speaks of writing to
you soon. He is very much ingaged at his business.

The judge is holding Court in Owing at this time,
he was in good health when he left home. I saw Leland
Bradley yesterday, he inquired after you as usual. He
speaks of going to Philadelphia next month if the
Colera ceases. He will eather go or come through Washin-
gton [Washington]. I shall write by him to you. We are all well
in body. You must be sure to write as soon as you
receive this, be sure, I will think of nothing but your
letter and the Colera until I hear from you. Your
Grand mother, and Mary Jane, send you their love.

Be sure to write is the request of
Your affectionate mother
B. Sloan

P.S. What I have said about your Uncle and
Miss S. K. is between you I and the post.