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Stmr. "Ben Franklin No 7"

February 22nd 1847

My Dear Wife,

We are at the present time of writing, on our downward passage a few miles above Memphis, We have had blustery weather and very dark nights, though we have been able to proceed except compelled to lay by a few hours for Wind, We may look for better nights as the moon grows larger. --

The gross receipts of our trip is worth $4,000 -- I often think of you and our little ones, and hope every thing will go on right at home, in order that you may remain comfortable and happy, I shall feel very anxious to hear from you, and desire that Cousin Jane will write + direct to me at Memphis, care A. B. Shaw +Co -- I will write you again from some point below,

Remember me to each member of the family + please accept my best love for yourself + our little ones, with lots of kisses. -- Your Sincere and Affectionate Husband

C. Gardner Pearce

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