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the Lakes. His store is closed, and has been, now 10 days. You may select as many good footings from his box of knitting work as you need, & give him credit for them. You will find, among them, some that are worth what he charges for them.

5 o'clock P.M. I have just returned from Turner[?] with Persis Seaver{?]. Saw all the folks at Turner[?] in kicking trim. Our little horse does well. I forgot to tell you I saw Pedro at muster who spoke affectionately of you, and I saw many who spoke kindly of you[underlined], Roswell[?] Nelson was here.

Did you pay your board at the end of the 4 weeks? and did you get any discount? Fearing that you did not, I have inclose $1. to heal your disappointment, & to pay for Post Stamps to put upon your letters home. Let[underlined] me[underlined] know[underlined] if you receive it. I wish to hear from you very much. I wish to know what Mr. Davison replies to my note left with John Addison. If John Addison come home at Thanksgiving, you[underlined] may, if [[Mr. Davison conclude[?] to keep you till then]][phrase underlined]. Read this to John Addison who will let us know.

Saturday[underlined] Morning[underlined]. 2? Sept. Weather delightful as it can be. I hope it lights up a look of cheerfulness & joy upon your countenance, & that this pleasant sun shines clear[underlined] into your heart, & makes it as cloudless as the sky above you. I hope your business will admit of your taking a stroll on the common this afternoon to stretch your limbs with exercise, & your lung[underlined] pipes[underlined] with the pure air.

Towards[underlined] noon[underlined]. John Davis and I have been gathering some choice late apples to be kept for you when you come. John is very thankful for your kindness in giving him your flute & he plays on it in his chamber every day.

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