Belinda Iowa Jan 20^th 1863

 

            My Dear Husband

                                                I will write you a few lines to let you know that I am the happy mother of a little daughter, born yesterday at six oclock P.M. I know that you will be glad to hear that it is all over and to know. I am able to tell you about it myself. Mother and Ma were both here and Ma is here yet and will stay until I get a girl to come and stay. I sent for Dr Rodgers and Harv brought Dr. Gunn I think he is a good physition and understands his business thoroughly. I will write you a long letter as soon as I get well enough. I want you to send a nice little name for the baby.

 

                                                Adieu for this time

                                                            your loving wife

                                                                                    L. A. Reed

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