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La Porte Ind June 5, 1864 My dear good Wife

                      Your letter of the 1st inst reached me last night. I was glad to hear from you, but I am very sorry that you are so unwell. I wish it was otherwise. I will come to you as soon as I can & will try & relieve you somewhat from your care & anxiety about the children. It must be very hard for you. You need not write me again unless it is perfectly convenient, as these hard days you need all the time you can get to rest. I will write you again as soon as I know just what day I shall leave here. Mr. Walker is at home. I have not seen him yet. I understand that Carrie is to be