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Augusta County: Mary Anna Sibert to David H. Evans, September 27, 1866

Summary:
Sibert thanks Evans for gifts which she believes he has been anonymously sending to her.


Sept. 27, /'66.

Cottage by the Lake

Mr. D.H. Evans,

Some unknown, but very kind friend has been thoughtfully sending me the "Ledger" since my return from Staunton. I once thought it was Mr. [unclear: Jn] Ryan but remembered he only sent me papers containing some communication written by himself. I've at last concluded it must be you. If so, I sincerely thank you. Truly do I appreciate such evidence of your esteemed remembrance. And most earnestly do I

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wish that the power were mine to repay your kindness. perhaps that pleasure will yet be mine. I hope so from my heart. I may some day meet with the one you love best. Then will be one of my opportunities to compensate. With deep & sincere respect & wishing that your future may be ever prosperous, & happy I am

Truly Your friend

Mary A. Sibert



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