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[left hand page] that the expense of packing was more than the $25 which was included in your draft, as I would not allow that however, the affair was settled up as arranged by yourself, and I sincerely trust that the articles will reach you in safety. I forward this receipt as quickly as possible and [right hand page] hope it will reach you before you leave Paris.

Ida and I are delighted to hear of your safe arrival, though we hated to have you leave Vienna. We have greatly enjoyed seeing your pleasant friends, who have dined with us, and I sincerely trust that you and Senator Stanford will always let us know when any friend of yours is coming to Vienna,