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Yours of the 9th inst came safe to hand, and I was glad
to hear you were all well, prosperous and happy. I am at a loss
for something interesting to communicate to you, and I fancy I
hear you exclaim can it be possible that any one living in a
large city can be at a loss for something to write about. The
ladies are taken up with gayety, dress, and fashion as usual, and
the gentlemen are deeply engrossed with politics and though I feel
thankful that the recent election resulted as it did and thereby
secured to us State Officers of true American principles, and two
Congressmen of the right stamp, yet I feel little interest in
things of this sort. Last Thursday was thanksgiving day and as
Kate wanted me to dine with her I went to Broadway Church, so as
to be convenient to her house. Norval Wilson preached an excellent
sermon on national gratitude and submission to God. It was a sorrowful
day to me throughout my mind was constantly recurring to the
mournful scenes through which I had passed since the last thanksgiving.
I trust I felt grateful for that sustaining grace which
was so freely given to me, and I strive daily to commit all my
ways and interests into the hands of the Lord.
I am glad you have not given up the idea of visiting us
this season. We shall all be very glad to see you and Mr. Smith.
We are very well except Pa, and he is getting better. Our love
to all. Write soon and let us know when we may expect you.
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