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Dear Mr. Kendall I do indeed like to say my word, but inasmuch as husband and wife are one I shall claim one half that Mrs. H. has written as mine, and say never a word that so small a space is left me....

        I cannot well account for your long silence towards us, as I never thought our friendship ephemeral. I am still believing you love us and we shall soon hear from you and further that you are soon coming East to find the home we live so well to talk about when you was with us. Both yours sisters have been in Petersham. I did not speak with either, nor did I know they had been here till they were gone. I am sure you would enjoy a visit here a very hearty welcome await you when you come. I want to know what religion privalogy? you have in your vicinity. Do you have any Liberal preaching: or is it of the character you have told me about in Kentucky? We retain our excellent minister Mr. Saltermarsh who is not only popular bit true any good possessing talent quite unusual for a country minister. Quite a number have been added to the Church since he has been here. Where is Mr. Weaver now? I should like very well to hear him preach, enjoy reading his books.....Henry Sanderson's father is near the border of the grave and a better land. his last days have been interesting Mr. Saltermarsh visits him often. Mrs. Stowell (your cousin) is still very unwell, a confirmed invalid--you see I have not space to tell you only a word here & there you must take the word for the deed. ? me yours Affectionately J,M. Holman