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Your postcard of the 13th came to hand last ev'g. I was, and am, much concerned to hear such poor accounts of your health but a good deal relieved to find that the worst symptoms had passed off for the present—hope they will stay away for awhile. Shall look out for Feb. N.A. Review.

I have some bad news to tell you. I have been in court the last two days (all Wednesday and Thursday)—an action was brought against me for slander by a discharged employee (a young woman) the case has gone against me—verdict is: "For Plantiff—Damages $500." Remains to be seen what stand the government will take—whether they will support me and how far—there may be also question of appeal. What I did & said was done and said entirely as Med. Supt. and my judgement and conscienece still tell me (as they told me all along) that my action has been what it should have been   and must have been under all the circumstances—this being so I am comparatively indifferent as to what happens as consequence. Show this to Horace, I shall send you the newspapers in the case and show them to Horace too. We are all well—my arm (shoulder) no longer gives me any pain or much annoyance. Am comfortable, have a good appetite and feel hearty—all well at house—all goes well with meter—I am not uneasy but that every thing will turn out well.

Dear Walt—if this bladder trouble returns and is bad will you not send for young Mitchell (Dr) and take such steps for relief as he advises? I wish you would—I know his advice will be good and that you will obtain relief by following it

With much love R M Bucke