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a couple of pictures of you at H.T. So if Ralp [?}
does not take them she will- so there!

Now about the extra special encyclopedia you
are sending me. I am glad it is a good one. I will
bring it to H.T. when I come. It will be handled very
carefully. The name is new to me but you always
know what is best-Why is the Old Corner Book Store
so famous? I appreciate you sending me this fine book.
and will have more to say after it arrives.

No news has come from Rockford. I wrote to Mr.
Blomberg again last week. I am sure I'll have news next time.

You should n't become angry at the Red squirrels.
After all, what the one did is not sufficient reason
for shooting them. I thought it was funny . + so will Ralph

We are setting out quite a few plants. The place
will look nice this summer to visitors.

Our friends in Rockford may be able to accomplish
more, quietly and without any publicity. With no
prominent persons helping. Let them if they want it
that way- If we fail then we can talk business!

Explain to Mrs. Thompson that Mr Brandon
was not on the parole board- rather the board of public Welfare
His release means nothing to our case at this time.

I want to thank you for the encyclopedia. When it
comes I will give you my thoughts, but I know it's good.

What is your mother doing these days? She will be get-
ting about more now that the weather is warmer.
As soon as there is news you will know about it.
The Nation should be interesting from all I hear.
No more space dear Doctor so take care of yourself.

All my love to you,
Russell McWilliams 5661-E