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An Afterglow FLAGSTAFF

The sweet peas are recovering. Pumpkins measured daily. Gourds setting. Hollyhocks immense.

The Judge, Mr. Slipher and I go on an automobile trip to the White Mountains at the end of this week. The machine is the wonder of the town.

Sudden resolution asked to attend Republican territorial conference at Phoenix on the 20th. Have decided to go and am leaving on No. 7 this morning. Shall not be back before Thursday night.

It is the general meeting to decide on Candidates for the election in December.—Dislike the journey but feel it wise to be there.

The rainy season has not yet given over. We had rain last night and showers this morning just after observing and the peaks at this moment have their nightcap of cloud drawn way down over their ears. The garden is still fine and I only hope the frost will forget to come. 91