
          July 21" 1845


 My Dear Sir


 I have just received a letter from Hastings,
 and am grieved to learn that your health has not been
 benefited by your recent excursion. Do you not think a
 place more removed from your busy pursuits would be
 beneficial? If so I beg, that, you will make my fathers
 house your home for at least a short time. My Parents
 though personally unacquainted with yourself most
 heartily join with me in the invitation.


 I will be in waiting as the wharf any day you may
 appoint as our house is situated at some distance from the
 landing.


 Most sincerly yours
 Mina B Halsted.


 Newburgh July 21." 1845.

        