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February 23rd, 1862
Letter from Adelaide E. Case to Charles N. Tenney
Addie first describes her worry when there is no letter from Charlie, and her
joy when one arrives. She then explains that the George family of singers is
visiting Mecca, and the two daughters, Jesse and Mollie, are staying with
Addie's family. She names two song sung by the girls, "The Sword of Bunker Hill"
and "Union for ever for me!", and describes the effect of the performaces on
herself. Addie then responds to Charlie's tale of his personal history in his
most recent letter to her, and describes the changes in her own emotions towards
him, from sisterly love to true love for a "noble pure and high minded man." The
letter indicates that her brother Hal is home on furlough, for he teases her
about a possible visit from Charlie.
