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had gone. Being in Boston I called, where they used to live, and was informed by the people in the house that they had gone to Milo, which a little surprised me, as I had not know of their intention to do so. We were glad to hear of their good health, and hope the change from city to country will be beneficial. And you inform me that you are attending an Academy in Foxcroft, which from your description must be a very pleasant and good school. You doubtless are enjoying yourself finely, particularly if you love your books, and I presume there is no doubt of it, as all of your family were always very fond of books and study. Your studies are all interesting, particularly Astronomy & Philosophy, and I presume you find them so. I am anxious to know one thing; viz how old you are; will you inform me when you write again & so do. Also the age of Isaac & Mayo; I have really forgotten. I did not see the lady who brought your letter, and presume she did not come to Lowell, as it was mailed at Methuen about 10 miles from Lowell. We were sorry to hear of Aunt's ill health, and hope that relaxation from her duties will completely restore her to health again. I have been quite unwell the past Winter with Bronchitis and Inflammation of the Lungs, occasioned at first by a cold and made worse by singing. Was confined to my room several weeks, and no one allowed to see me, as the least exercise of my lungs produced coughing. I had a severe cough and was not able to attend to my business for about two months. I am now better, and my cough has nearly left me, and the warm weather will I think entirely effect a cure. I think of going to the South in the fall, as the cold winters of New England do not agree with me. The rest of our family are in good heath and have been so for sometime. Sarah as you are probably informed is married. She has three fine children. Caleb graduated last August and has been in Peru, the past winter