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with pleasure - I have been having an official quarrel with some of the "powers" at Hd Qrs. & think it much best for me & you that I keep away just at present. All the Offs there know who you are & I think you will be well rec'd though as the post is out of the City some six miles, you will not likely have much personal or social attention. There is nothing new. All are well & send love. I am very busy building & you would scarcely recognize the post. I will write again in a day or two to your next date - I am a little afraid I am a little late for Buffalo.

With love & kisses

your affec father

Richard I. Dodge