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Today I heard the Lark Singing - saw first
Redwings - S^t. Johns Hawks - And a flock
of Crows - Spring is preparing the way for
the great host of birds that will soon gladen
nature with their gay colours, and sprighty
motions and most melodious music -
soon every pond and [illegible], as will as, woods
and fields will find a tongue.

Lora has learned Old Dog [illegible] so She
plays it prime. She confesses it a favorite,
sends her respects.

The Physiology Lessons ar as well as usual
I thank you.

Miss West said she will play and sing her
prittiest for you when you come -

You must not fail in [illegible] to let us see
the girls -

Write ofte yours Truly
P.R. Hoy

D^r R.A. Kennicott
The Grove
Ill.