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We were very glad to get your good full letter the other day. I am sorry we have been so negligent about writing to you. I have had company, and that accounts partly for it. Cousin M. & B. went home Tuesday. She told us that she has an old wood stove that will take large chunks which she is not using and you would be welcome to the use of it if you like to burn wood. Do any of the boys burn wood? Is it as cheap and convenient as coal? That coal stove that you spoke of we think is quite reasonable, if in good repair.

the village to get an order. You may not need it all but we trust you will take care not to lose any. We are expecting to get the check from W. the first of this month. Have not paid any of our bills except that at John's. I am writing this is continued on the next page, see the second paragraph of transcription