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[[preprinted]] Monday, May 16, 1910 [[/preprinted]]

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Nothing doing save tea with Belle.

The comet is a beautiful sight these mornings! It is like a gigantic searchlight, broad and huge, with the head just showing over Seera, and the tail reaching almost to the zenith. It's a tremendously awe-inspiring spectacle.

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[[preprinted]] Tuesday, May 17, 1910 [[/preprinted]]

Still no business. I offered them a lot of ivory yesterday which I felt sure they would accept, but to my surprise, got no cable this morning. Well, all I can say is I'm doing my share, and it ain't my fault if nothin's comin' off.