Bergen informs McMaster that his wife is near death as a result of consumption, and is given only a few hours to live. It is a terrible blow to Berger, and he has been unable to concentrate on business of any sort, not leave her even to meet his friend Father Reardon, who has just returned from Europe. Father Reardon brought Bergen's wife several gifts which of course will be of no use to her now. Bergen will telegraph McMaster when the end comes. Father Daley thinks she will live until the 8th, the feast of the Immaculate Conception, the same day that Bergen and his wife entered their new home. Bergen asks McMaster's prayers for his wife and for himself. P.S. Bergen asks if McMaster recalled choosing Mrs. Bergen's engagement ring. :: I-1-n A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.