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Pittsburg July 1st 1851. I knew you would write on Sunday, and moreover I felt that you were lonely. indeed how could it be otherwise. torn away from us all, and thrown out of your Saturday and Sunday habits. I assure you the loneliness was not all on your side, for when I looked at your chair, on going into the choir, I felt quite melancholy, and when Mr Paull? took possession of it; I had serious ideas of pulling it from under him. Mr. Marshall was quite concerned when I told him you would not return until autumn, but smiled very significantly, and said, "Oh! he cant stay away that long I know", I only laughed and said perhaps not, innocent youth! he evidently thinks we are very devoted and our Julie entirely forgotten, I wonder if he forgets the time, he informed you the music would be improved if you would take a different look. Never be afraid of talking too much to me about that which most interests you. I greatly prefer that you should speak openly and freely, I am

written along left margin How is the little Dr? When I see you I want to ask you something about him which I noticed that day at the Pic Nic

written along top margin Good bye. You see I was expecting your letter and my sense of propriety not in the least shocked. I hope to be able to write you a more interesting letter next time. believe me truly your friend. Mary