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Mary Shelton diary, 1865

1865-10-02

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Monday, October 2, 1865. We all went to Conference & had a pleasant forenoon, but our hearts sank when Pa' was read out for Chilecothe. God knows what is best for us. Came home with a heavy heart & went to bed nearly sick. Got up at 4. to go to Miss McDowell to tea. On the way met Pa coming home. We came back & had a happy evening together. How good it seemed to hear that dear voice in prayer again
 
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