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have it, and many of them have a three-rhythm of the voice against that double beat!

Now, my friend, I am exceedingly anxious to have you stop here & visit me on your way East.  Can't you manage it?  You must stay at my house, excusing yourself to your relatives, if need be, on the plea that you have special business with me which must be attended to.  I should like, if possible, to retain my Report until you come, so as to talk it over with you.  Will that do?  Don't fail me now, if you can help it.

I can't tell you what a pleasant and profitable expedition that was to Nebraska.  I am very hopeful for the Omahas and see abundant signs of progress.  Dr. La Flische excited my especial admiration.

My regards to Miss Gay.  Let me hear from you, to say you are coming.

Yours cordially & sincerely,
J.C. Fillmore.