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image of squiggle Steamer "Cincinnati" Wednesday Feby 18th 1846

My Dear Wife,

We are at this time, on our downward trip just above Cairo, say 3. O'clk P. M. -- We have a fair trip, and expect to arrive in N. Orleans about next Monday morning, and will depart for the Upper Country in time to reach Louisville about the 3d proximo, or perhaps one day sooner, I hope should the health of the family permit that you will all be in readiness at that time, to leave home on our long contemplated journey South, at short notice. -- I will write again from Memphis, or some point below. -- I often think of you + our little ones, since I last parted with you, and can imagine their fondness and sweet pratting, how innocent and lovely they are. I hope soon to enjoy for a time yours, and their society, to say the least one long Month, and hope during your sojourn South, it may be pleasant for you, and the balance of our family who may accompany us. -- My health remains good, + truly hope this may find you all in the enjoyment of the same. -- Say to Emeline that she must not fail to be in readiness to accompany you, as I shall write Charly that she will in all probability be with you when you come. --

Your Affectionate Husband

C. G. Pearce