The Cotman Letters 1835-1837

{Handwritten transcript}
(9.12.37.)
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assurance office. Carlos has had his pieces of bread in your name. He is also well, but shews symptoms of age, though he carries it bravely. There is a curious account in one of the “Mercurys” of the Indians in the City of Washington.
We have had but one day’s snow, and that to a very small extent: it could not be said to lie on the ground. The papers gave me as much as we know of the Queen’s dinner, etc. Alfred was the only one of our party who ventured to see the Queen.
I have kept this open for a word from Ann or John, but they are out walking. Mr. Bulwer has been here. He sent your letter.

My and all our love to you.
Yours, my dearest Walter,
Affectionately
J.S. Cotman

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