“Thanking you most sincerely, I am
“V. C. P. (and the rest of the troop).”
“Hensel, N. D., Mar. 15, 1918.
“Dear Friend:
“I received the paint which you sent me. I thank you very much for it, it certainly came in handy. Do you need it back or if not how much does it cost? I would rather buy it if you can spare it.
“The play was a success. We had a big crowd everywhere. Everybody seemed to like it. Some proclaimed it to be the best home talent play they had seen. We have played it four times. Whether we play more has not been decided.
“Yours truly,
“A. H.”
“Overly, N. D., Mar. 21, 1918.
“Gentlemen:—