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Mr. John Muir. 2. At the close of the Civil war I left Murphy's and have since lived in this city. This spring if it is
possible, I am bound to go into the Yosemite Valley and also revisit my old home in Murphy's. Should I pass through Martinez,
I have an idea I would like to stop off for an hour and exchange greetings with you. Indeed you are doing in your books a
wonderful work. Your descriptions of Mt. Shasta, Yellow Stone Park and many places in the State of Washington which I have
visited are simply grand. Considering that I am a stranger to you, I will make this communication brief. Wishing you a happy
new year, long life and many more trips with Brownie through the Grand Sierras and with sincere regards, I am, Yours sincerely,
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