Bertha Merwin.
Spring Street, Saturday afternoon.
Letters of Congratulation.
Louisville, Ky., February 10.
My Dear Howard:
The news of your good fortune gives me great satisfaction. No one can possess true friendship without rejoicing in the prosperity of a friend. To one who has always been manly, true and noble, and who has labored persistently toward a particular end, success must be extremely gratifying.
It will ever be my delight to hear that you are prospering in your undertakings, and if in any way I can serve you, you can rely upon my best endeavors. With every good wish for yourself and Mrs. Kerr,
Ever faithfully yours,
St. Louis, Mo., June 15, 189-.