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times, so I have not had an

opportunity to ask her about them.

I have heard of no more failures

persons seem to be very quiet about

their business matters – None of

us are buying any more then we

need.  There are a great many

negros out of employment and

much suffering among the poor.

     I go over to Mrs [Buttress?] as often

as ever – and she comes here when

she can, of course she cant come

as often as I go there – Carrie left

last week, she and Mr [Buttress?]

made four attempts to go before

they succeeded.  He will be back

to-day. Ben Christopher went on

to New York Monday aweek and

returned Saturday – [Bro?] John got

back the same day – he is staying

with us – he left Anne rather

unwell – she took cold going [?]

the children were very well