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Louisville Oct. 30th 1842 My Dear Wife, After leaving Cincinnati I did not arrive here until Thursday evening, being detained on the way by fog, and getting aground, On my arrival at the Boat the water was within 2 or 3 inches of being enough to put us afloat, I watched it very anxiously for a day or two, and discovered it was falling again. But we soon heard that the rise from above was winding its way down, which finally reached us to day, and set us afloat. We are now laying at anchor in the Middle of the river, waiting for the water to come down, I have not decided whether we will go to St. Louis or New Orleans, but at all events shall endeavor to get out of the Ohio should the water rise enough here to justify us in starting out. Charley arrived here the next day after I did, I should like to come to ?, but think it doubtful, as I am very anxious to get out of the river, and have to watch the movements of the waters. My love to you and or little daughter, all the family From your Affectionate Husband C. Gardner Pearce I will write you again in a few days if I do not come ?