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little a town. Joanna's babies are growing fast I think you would like them. I gave them money to buy candy told them to be
sure to eat it all they marched down town right merrilly. Helen, Marys girl is just about Your age, Helen is very bright
You would both like her also. She is a great? fence post climber, for there are no trees to climb in Kearney. I hope you are
not neglecting your lessons nor the garden. that you are careful in carrying candles. I hope to write you another letter soon
when I am not so dull as now The cats no doubt are well - Have you got a dog yet? Ever Your father John Muir