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Philada. 18 Jany 1856

Dear R:

Do not present the bill for
3.00 to Mrs. [illegible] - it is a mistake
- I find that it ought to have been the
name on the next line above her name
in my book and am surprized that I
did not observe it. - it is entirely an error
- she owes nothing.

Both your letters with 30.00 are recd.
for which I am much obliged - I wish
it were in my power to do something for you
here - you have been of so great service to me,

- I am sorry to hear of your continued illness
- if you could make a trip south to Philada
it would undoubtedly be of great service -
how much does it cost? - or rather how
much would it cost you to come from
Chicago to Philada.? - when here you
could live at my house -