Bayley, Grace, Uplands, Illinois, to Helen Seton Nita, Cragdon, New York, 1862 October 4

No doubt she would have received Nita's letter sooner had not Papa Carleton Bayley been down at the State Fair at Decatur. One of his exploits there was to taste 22 kinds of Illinois wine. Nita is to tell William Seton 4. that it is a pity he was not with him. She thinks of them all every day; she has been awaiting an answer to her last letter to Nita and also Lizzie Elizabeth Seton. She supposes that though Harry Seton has been drafted, he will not go. No doubt Mr. Anderson will be on the list also. She has commenced to study again; Emma teaches her French. She hopes to ride a great deal especially if Liz comes out with Willie. Grace often thinks of Emily Seton and how she teased Grace about a certain person. Nita must have a great deal of pleasure now as the house is so full of company. Grace sends her love to Cousin Seton William Seton 3.; Nita is to tell Bell Isabel Seton that Grace is sorry to see she disturbs trot in such a violent way. She was glad to hear that Herman Bibby called at Cragdon. She sends her love to Aunt Ethie and remembrance to Mr. and Mrs. Austin. ` P.S. If Willie wants money before he comes out, Papa will send him an order. Monsignor Seton has added the notes: From Grace Bayley, afterwards Mrs. Shoenley? of Newark; "Uplands" was Carleton Bayley's farm near Dixon. :: II-1-a A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.