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our Smith boy came last night to mow our lawn. he had been moving he said. Pa was much relieved when he did appear & he has been trimming around the edges all the morning pretty content. our zinnias are budded. every thing looks so green & fresh on account of the many rains. I was in hopes we might have a down pour for the good of humanity against fires caused by so much firing off of crackers & such well hope you are all enjoying life & are well as usual. has Ralph written yet?

Ma