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are beautiful. I wish you had another dress or two & as soon as I can I will send you money to get them. How are you & the children Enjoying yourselves. I shall send this letter at the same time I send my love letter to you. I am so anxious to get a love letter in return form you my own dear good wife. I know you love me but it is sweet to have you tell me so. But good night, a sweet good night, I will wait & finish this letter to-morrow after the mail comes in from the East.

                                                                                                                                Jan 27 = 1864

Dear Wife

   The mail has come but brought no letter from you. What can the reason be that I do not hear from you. I have sent my love letter this A.M. You will get it I suppose