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they have been accustomd to listen to the useful
words that he uttered, and now not be able
to hear or see this kind old man but harder
it must be for the widow and the fatherless
children. It does seem to me if I was in
Mrs Robinson's place, that I could not endure
to attend church there now. But so it is death
comes like an untimely frost and cuts down
the most useful vines in the whole vineyard
and all are liable to feel its chilling blast.

Then Ann it is necessary and profitable for us to live
such lives as will insure to us the promise given
in the Book of books namely; if we re the people
of God we shall enjoy the rest that remains for such,
and this is not the only grand promise that ere
have for the promises of the Lord are immeasurable
and I hope we shall both live such lives as to en
sure to us the enjoyment of these promises after we are
through with our career in this hostile world. I for one
Ann have resolved to live a more religious life than here
tofore, although it has always been my aim to do what was

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Speakers there now! Who are the best ones? Does Hollis take any part in the
exercises? I hope he does it will be so useful to him. And he would
if he should get once initiated. I can see quite clearly that I missed
in not taknig a more active part than I did. Is Blanchard severe as
ever this term? Does she lecture as 'much' as common? Is Nettie there this term?
if she is give her my respects. Have you heard from Miss Fuller of
late? You say you shall always respect her, let others say what they would this is
right. I say the same for I think she is a fine woman and a
true friend. Do you know whether she and [Gleed] correspond now or not?
I hope they do for I had quite an interest in that courtship the
only one that I ever cared about. One more question I want to ask about
Hollis. Does he make a good appearance at the table and in general?
He never has been among strangers to board before and being naturely
bashful I did not know but he would be awkward. Have you heard
from Ollie lately? If so tell me what if anything good. I am glad
to hear that [Dolg] has got back. Do you know where he is to [spring] now?