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[[omit]] romantic in location and history. Should I succeed in meeting there Fateh Lil Metha, a young native prince, who is fond of Americans I will probably have another bang up event to add to those I have already struck. While in Bombay I purchased a few trinkets from Mr. J.P. Watson who promised not to forward them until some time in May so that they would reach Detroit next fall after my return. But he may get in a hurry to return to England quickly, and if so, they will be sent earlier. In any event, they will go consigned to you and all documents will follow in your name. Should they arrive before I, will you oblige me by attending to the duties. The rupee is equal to twenty eight cents. Ordinary value is about fifty cents but decline in silver causes reduction in rupee. [[/omit]]

With best wishes to all.

Ever sincerely
C.L.F.

Have word from Dewing that my pictures reached him in good order.