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New Hampton, Oct. 28, 1867

Dear Friends at Home,

You will all be glad to hear of Mr. B's safe return. You may be sure we were glad to hear the stage stop at the door last Frid. eve, while we were all in the parlor hearing the children sing those pieces you know. You ought to have been here to see how glad the children were. We can hardly realize it yet. Hattie said she was afraid she should awake and find it all a dream. Mr. B. expected to find you, Sarah and Anna here. Wish Sarah could hear the children sing her piece. They sing it beautifully. We think it is excellent and so appropriate. We were very glad to get your letter. I should answer each one if I could. Hattie will write soon. Lizzie says she shall write as soon as school closes. They all think a great deal of you and enjoyed your visit so much. They keep up their singing.

written up the left side and over the top of the letter; this is the close of the letter

Johnny sends his ti?ly to or for? the Aunt Sarah. He wanted to send one to Aunt Anna but concluded she would rather have some next time he has it ?a?er.