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thought Ray might feel more embarrassed if we were there. The result as you will see by the Gazette underscored (which I send) was that Ray took first place and won the $10 prize. It brings to mind the time when Carroll won first prize in a Declaimation contest at the College about 18 years ago. His voice is a good deal like Carroll's.

We have had four days of cold weather with a little frost at night but do not think the fruit prospects have been damage. It is warmer tonight. We are going to take our cow to pasture tomorrow.

Mary received your very kind and sympathizing letter. Hope she will have time answer it soon. She is cleaning house with what help she can get from the boys. -- All send love

Your brother, Edward