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obliged to but thought I could get it in before the mail would leave but next morning a boat whistled and before I could get ready and rush down to the office, the mail had gone. I am as vexed with myself as it hasn't gone yet. I suppose I will hear from Chicago as the letters are sent there and then remailed.

School has increased this month as you will see from the reports. Do you think it could be advisable to attempt to organize a Temperance Society, or try and induce them to sign a pledge. The scholars tell me Mr. Lyman attempted it and failed. Please advise.