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Fairfield. Dec. 29th 1869 Mr Manly Dear Sir - Mr Hunter said when he was here, by proper application, he thought I could receive $10 per month from the Peabody Fund. If such a thing can be, I should be very much pleased, as I am entirely dependent on myself, and my means are but limited. My school is getting along nicely, but the parents cannot understand my policy in not using the rod. I do feel tempted sometimes to do something, when some piece of mischief is brought to light, but I find kind words are as effectual as blows. Truly Thine Emma F. Haslam