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right from his office. Am anxious to know how the black oxfords fit. I am enclosing buttons and braid. Couldn't get just the sort of braid you wanted, Grandma. Hope this will be all right and suit the purpose. If the buttons are not the right size can exchange them. Will keep the slip until I hear from you.

 Yesterday was a beautiful day and Max, Mrs. Catlett and I walked to Lombard and back. Mr.Catlett stayed at home as he is not especially fond of walking and had a headache besides. Heard a meadow lark, several in fact, early in the morning and during the day.
 The puppy is growing fast. Is larger now than the average full grown fox terrier. I think she will probably weigh about 90 pounds when full grown.
 The next dance at Odd Fellow's Hall is to be a leap year affair. The ladies have to take the gentlemen and ask