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iv people up there say they have nine months of winter and three of cold weather. I can believe it, for it snowed twice
the week we were there Fancy snow in August. We met some interesting Swiss people (through a friend) of the upper class and
so had unusual opportunities, saw the inside of one of their villas and the outside of some of their castles, most romantic
structures. The girls will be here in 2 or 3 days. After Venice we illegible Verona and Lugano and a few days at Milan and
from there see Maude off. My love to you and always bestest wishes Katherine Hooker i Venice, August 20 What a duck
you are besides being a Dickey-bird When Ellie read me the letter from you two days ago I thought I must send you a line,
too. Though I try to spare my imperfect eyes by not writing too much one time, having hurt them badly last time. How splendid
it is about Donald and his fine work. He must be very happy over it, and you almost more so. You are on 05521