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advanced to Mrs. Saint Gaudens. I would like Mr. Russel to hold the bonds as per agreement, and continue until the sum of $25.000, or as much of it as may be required by Mrs. Saint Gaudens is drawn and I would like to repay his advances as rapidly as my funds will allow.

Thus far I have drawn on my letter of credit [[British pound symbol]]2,550- Today I shall use [[British pound symbol]]100. more.  It is not at all likely that I shall need more than [[British pound symbol]]200 or [[British pound symbol]]300 more until I reach Japan about April 1st.  After that I may grow extravagant again.

I am sorry for the Barbours and poor Mr. Rhoades. what shocking thoughts they must suffer - Rhoades is such a invalid and Stella's husband is far from well.  If you have a chance