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Rh appropriately executed, and in a manner that will not startle me very greatly, and excite as little comment as possible, again I shall leave all in your hands. "I am passing through a very painful ordeal, which the country, in remembrance of my noble and devoted husband, should have spared me. "I remain, with great respect, very truly,

"P.S.—As you mention that my goods have been valued at over $24,000, 1 will be willing to make a reduction of $8,000, and relinquish them for $16,000. If this is not accomplished, I will continue to sell and advertise largely until every article is sold.

"I must have means to live, at least in a medium comfortable state.

"M. L."

The letters are dated Chicago, and addressed to Mr. Brady, though every one of them was