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[[preprinted]] 
Thomas Hill Fillmore,
MUSIC STUDIO,
207 Grand Avenue. . . .

Milwaukee, Wis., ^[[2]] 189_
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it among the first written after my return. It is possible it was overlooked, as there were so many, but this was the first intimation I had had of any such neglect. Believe me, I was grieved to hear of it; the more so for your having been so close a friend of father's.

We all feel his loss very keenly, but I always have in mind the loss that the musical and scientific world has suffered. I hope the work you contemplate finishing will be a success in every way. 

With sincerest regards to you and Mr La Flesche, I remain
Very sincerely yours
[[signature]] Thos H. Fillmore [[/signature]]