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  Utica March 18, 1878

My Dear Cousin

  In regard to the Business, of which you wished to consult, with Alex, he says he does not think any steps can be taken until after March. He will accertain what weeks the Surrogate attends to to such business, then he will write to you himself, he seemed to be studying the matter some this morning that he was reading "Dayton on Surrogates" he says it had better be done as soon as may be without any unnecessary delay as it probably can be done easier than if delayed, but will take quite a time to complete it.

added at top write soon Please. Love and Sympathy to you all, from all here if you see Cousin Lewis and family give them a share of the same, please. Yours lovingly Mary R. Lewis