1895, May 23

From: D. Jones, at Sleaford, England

To: John Adkins Jones, at (location unknown but presumably somewhere in USA)

Dear John:

I have just sent per Gt Northern 638 p.m. the parcel. The old overcoat may be useful on the voyage. The two singlets, 2 pairs of drawers, 3 pairs socks & the print shirt will only do for warm weather. The little book is worth more than a whole world to anyone who is really anxious about his spiritual state. I hope you will have a pleasant and safe passage. I presume that you will take any occupation offered; as, of course, one cannot expect Harry Leach to do much, expenses being heavy in New York; any prolonged pressure on Mr. Leach might make it uncomfortable for Gertie. I am going to write to Dewi & Florence very shortly. I enclose (?[*]) Order for 30=. Write as soon as you can from N. York. Give my love to Gertie and the little ones and my affectionate regards to Mr. Leach. Hoping you are being divinely guided

I remain

Your affectionate father

D. Jones

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[*] This appeared to be 'P.' Order