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with too little consideration and thankfulness on my part, May the balance of my years be long and happy, with the Wife of my affections, and through the aid of my God who Rules and Governs all things, May I be so inclined as to serve him better than I ever have done before,- I have [[received? abbreviation) 2 letters from Egbert since he left me, I understood by Mr. H. that he had left Cincinatti for the Wabash Country?, and his proposed tour, Say to Mother that the Washington Temperance Society is flourishing both in this City, and in Alton, and if unclear speaks truth, I believe every where, - To Cousin Jane, I hope she is well, if she has any Bean? I hope it may be the right one, And to conclude think if she can get plenty of newspapers to read, will do well enough, So good night, for it is now nearly 10. - Mrs Alexander wishes to be remembered to you. Mr Chappell's family I believe are all well, I have not called on them but once since I left Cincinnati. - Now to finally conclude, I will send you all the love I am capable of, as a family feeling and remembrance, And hope soon to see you all, in the Sincere wishes of your Affectionate Husband, C. Gardner Pearce