Mrs. Brownson was very glad to receive Henry's letter of the 7th inst. She had been afraid Henry had not got back well, or had found Fifine worse or the children sick. Henry must have been delighted to see Philip walk. George Brownson did not walk until he was Philip's age, until suddenly one day he was walking all around the room. Most children take a few steps at once—not so George—he wanted to master whatever he undertook. Mrs. Brownson hopes little Sally is doing well. She looks upon her with triple interest, as her grandchild, her godchild, and as her namesake. Henry's father's health is as good if not better than when Henry was here. He has been invited to lecture in Boston for the benefit of the Kearney Hospital but has finally decided not to go. Mr. Howell called here Saturday evening. He appeared better before he left than when he came. He is in some business in N. York. Father Michael E. Kane preached a very good sermon yesterday. For about three weeks he has said nothing about money matters. The Bishop James R. Bayley was in Elizabeth about three weeks ago. Mrs. Brownson never looked upon Father Kane with greater respect than she did yesterday. His subdued, earnest, humble manner seemed to say he was resolved to submit to authority, come what would. It is a good example for his people. Mrs. Brownson supposes Henry will soon hear something from Washington. She shall be so glad to see Henry settled down in civil life. The Brownsons have taken a little boy about ten years old for about two years. He is a smart, active little fellow, and goes to the Post office every day and does a good deal besides. Henry's father thinks of him every day and so does Mrs. Brownson. They send their love to Henry and Fifine. She asks Henry if the letters he had written home in France, which he has mentioned, were from his first or second visit. :: III-3-a A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.