31

I am well. I am getting along very well I have four good
dresses and a new hat I am going to Sunday school. I
would like to hear from my sister I have a good place and
they treat me very well I am learning to read and cipher
pretty well and I can milk almost as well as Mrs P please
write soon and tell me where sister is I think I must close
my letter from this time nothing more at this time but re-
main your friend A.

"FROM DARKNESS UNTO LIGHT."

In 1861—A Little Vagrant,

In 1866—A Young Gentleman.

L. U Co PA

MR PALMER

Dear Friend;

I have failed to keep my promise; but hope you will for-
give me, and remember though I have delayed writing; you
have by no means been forgotten, but have, and shall ever be
kindly cherished, and loved, for the many acts of kindness
you have shown me. Oh how much I owe you!!! Been get-
ting along finely since you visited me. My health has been
very good, I am growing quite tall, trying to be useful, yet
sometimes fail. I am going to shool, expecting to go seven
months. Have four studies—like them pretty well. A short
time ago we had a county fair, which was very nice; and at-
tended by crowds of people to see the horse racing. I am go-
ing to get a Centenary medal—have earned money enough to
get it myself. I would like to see you. Please excuse all
mistakes. Ever remember your indebted friend,

S. T.

P. S. Enclosed you will find my card S. T.

"TRANSFERRED."

" When my father and my mother forsake me, then the Lord
will take me up."

July 22d, 1866.
MR. PALMER

Respected Friend.

I have been thinking of writing too you for some time, I