William received James's check for $200. He agrees the bill is enormous, but it is difficult to object to any one item. William is sorry James cannot dine with them on Thursday. Carly Carleton Bayley has sent a basket of wild ducks. William regrets the letter for their father Guy Carlton Bayley was behind time, but it was Ceballo's fault. The steamer, De Soto, leaves here on the 1st; William supposed he was going in her. :: II-2-n A.L.S. 3pp. 16mo.