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wrote that even you could not in your dreams forget those dangerous ways I can only think with shivering dread, and pray for
the merciful care of God over you. This morning when I began to answer your letter from the northern midnight, I had no thought
that it also would be finished at midnight, and in Oak- land, but so it is. Word came that my former teacher Mrs. Colby who
has been dangerously ill, was much worse to day, and I brought mother down to see her, but have not heard to night. I was
in the State Grange meet- ing until eleven o clock, yet feel too restless for sleep, and besides, we must cross to San Francisco
early in the morning, while the Victoria steamer leaves at noon,- so I can send to you only this poor note for remem brance.
And after all, perhaps it will never reach you, for Fate seems to have willed only punishment for me because I was not patient.
This last time, your letters came while I was at Mrs. Upham s, and I did not know until too late for the California . all
very pleasant at 920 Valencia. Bennie and I are very good friends. Little Helen is well. Papa said yesterday, to tell you
that he believes Alaska berries are just nothing to compare with Alhambra Corinths and Alexandrias in October. Mother is still
quite unwell, but is gaining strength with the cool weather and more time for rest. Goodnight, Louie