To Mrs. J.G. Holland
From ED

early March 1885

Dear Sister,

So Madonna and Daughter were incomplete, and Madonna and Son, must supersede!

Perhaps the Picture is right - But is'nt it rather cool Weather for the Wise Men of the East?

Perhaps their Shining Overcoats obviate the Climate -

The young Man is doubtless an acquisition, but I uphold Katrina, and any encroachment upon her, shall resent to the last -

Congratulate the New Moon on her second Star, and with love for each, and a "Dont wake the Baby," we are heartfeltly

          Emily.

Rejoice that you are better.

One more word for Baby -

I send him Daniel Webster's Hat for his Golden Wedding. It can be found in the "Century" -

March Number, I think.

Be sure and try it on -