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Crete Neb April 8. 1889 Dear Brother John I got home to Neb. two days ago. I tried to wait till John was ready to ship
a few horses, but they are still unfit for market the children were wearying so for me to come home. There is an event going
to happen in our family which means much to us all, our dear Annie is going to leave us for a home of her own, on the eight
day of May. we will all be so glad to have you here - delighted if Louie can come with you, Annie wishes it so much, can you
make your promised visit to as to be