John has received Francis's letter of May 17 in which he seemed to be out of health or spirits. He suspects that Francis is not feeling well and that he should consult a physician. Francis said he was threatened by pulmonary disease but John thinks he has clergyman's sore throat, sometimes called chronic bronchitis. He quotes the remedy for this from Dr. Green of New York. He has somewhat the same affliction. He also has the blues but hopes to get over them. He apologizes for preaching a sermon but he does want Francis to look at the brighter side of life. Josiah wrote that he is to be married on June 28 to Miss Seig, the sister of William's wife. Father Maurice Howard is to be master of ceremonies. He is pleased to know that their mother and Jerome are well. His wife and children are well. :: I-1-a A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.