Kamloops, B.C. 30 Oct 1874 Marcus Smith letter to his wife
Lot 80 in our auction Saturday 10th April 2021
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Kamloops B.C.

Oct 30^th, 1874

My dear Wife

                I got back from my long trip north and within the limits of civilization a few days ago and received a great pile of letters, among others, yours of sept. 25^th (with Tom’s and Eloise’s likeness enclosed) in which you tell me you have got them both to school- I am glad Eloise went to Miss Dupont’s I think she will do well- The photographs are very good, especially that of Eloise- Tom looks rather grim It was a great relief to me to learn that you and the children were all well

                I am always afraid after returning from these long trips that I shall have some bad news- I have been in excellent health and really enjoyed my trip, which has been very successful I worked hard but did not know I was tired till all was over- I have had one days rest here and the reaction has ser in I feel utterly useless for anything- and only write this to let you know I am well and you must excuse me writing more- my brains which have been on the rack for three months are now all wool gathering-

Yours ever

M. Smith