Balt. Aug 1st 1854
Dear Ellen,
There is little or no change in Mr. H. His symptoms are
rather more favourable, but he is very weak and the heat of the
season makes him suffer more than he would do. The swelling has
abated some little. The wound continues about the same, but we are
still encouraged to hope that when the weather becomes cooler he
may get better. We are glad to hear you are all well. We received
Mr. S's letter of the 28th yesterday. I should write more frequently
if there was any information with regard to Mr. H. to communicate,
and if any important change takes place either way I will
let you know immediately. I am constantly with him day and night,
and never go out except once in two or three weeks to get a little
fresh air. The weather has been and still is intensely hot. The
health of our City is very good, and I hope it may continue. We
are all well for which we are very thankful. Our love to all.
Write soon.
yr aff Sister
E. P. Hamilton
(Mrs. M. G. Hamiltom to Mrs. D. G. Smith)
