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with new energy, trying to make this one of the best schools in the state of Ark.
The children have improved but not as much as another month will show. 
I taught three weeks without resorting to the "rod", then I was obliged to chastise five. 
Mr. Casey seemed more cheerful than when I first came, though at times he is quite melancholy . He is as kind as a brother. How much I miss that "loved one" who has gone with Jesus to dwell. 
Remember me kindly to your wife and Mother. 
Very Respectfully
Mary B. Stuart