ManningElbridge18650716_004

Some people are very in-
credulous in regard to the
fortune that others acquire
by their own exertions and
merit. You must
write me as often as ever for
I need letters all the more
now this war is over.
Give my love to all and you
can kiss that little mischief
you call Freddie for me.
If you see Miss Louisa Sander
please present my compliments
and assure her that i hope to
pay my respects in person some
day to the sister of my first
General.
With much love
Your Aff Son
Ellie

(little Freddie)
15 Jly 65. P. Harbor