earth. Over that word shall the tear of the orphan be shed.  The widdow mourn the loss of all she held dear on earth. The fond sister. the loving mother & doting father - all mourn the loss of friend - but I must close.  I am sorry to disappoint you with a mere note - circumstances prevent me from doing as I could wish. I am enjoying myself verry much, in the best of health & a prospect of a speedy trip to my Reg.  The weathe is remarkably cool.  There are quite a number going through to texas - ever your loving husband  Lyle   Please hand this to Mary  Lyle