.OTY.MjQzNTk

not feeling very well and we had some company.. so I procured a substitute. The girls looked beautiful. the one representing Illinois was dressed in mourning. she had a wreath of black and white roses on her head. it was a sad yet beautiful sight. they rode in a wagon trimmed with evergreens. In the evening we had splendid fireworks.. There was a perfect crowd here. the Hotels. were all full hardly room enough to turn around. there was thought to be between 5 and 6 thousand people here during the afternoon and evening. How does your Waterfall get along. I have had not had one since you were here. The Academy closed last Friday. in the evening they had a sociable and reception. I received an invitation to attend and accepted it. I enjoyed myself ever so much. The hall was all trimmed with evergreens. the tables looked beautifull. they had Ice cream, Cake, and Lemonade. I am sorry to hear of the illness of your sister but hope it will prove nothing serious..I must stop writing for this time. Pa & Ma join me in sending love to you all. from Jennie Write soon.

in margin: Have you got your unclear? I have had? one since you were here. I hope you will answer. M? if you think it worth answering Jen