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lost, for we have given him a great deal, and material that it will be hard to duplicate. I think I know about shortening the close of the Opera. I remember when we read it that we both feared it would be too long, and I think you thought the scene with the tribe before the villian kills himself was heavy. Am I not right that you have cut it somewhere there? When you come home you will tell me all about it. When are you going to start? — Please don't forget to answer these questions: How is your arm? Are you still being worked on? When do you think you can start East?

Alice is married on the 16 of May, on Tuesday, I think about 2 P.M. It would give great pleasure if you would send her a telegram that day so she will get it, say about 1 or 2 o'clock P.M. It would please Mrs. Parsons very much too, and Mr. Parsons. he has gone with Alice today to see the place where she is to live in Virginia. I am some better, but very tired today, for yesterday I went to the Dismal Swamp with the Academy of Science. I left on Friday night's boat to Norfolk & returned this morning. I've just now had my bath & must rest for I'm weary, but the trip has helped to break up the grippe. Will write soon & do write often no Mr. C. has gone.

Ever affly
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