Dear Pal:

It was good to hear from you again and to know that you liked the Alys. They are very fine people — and very able too. Mrs. Aly wrote glowingly about you, John. She mentioned "the twinkle in your face" when you talked to her. I remember that "twinkle", John; and I'm glad it is still there! Mrs. Aly also wrote most appreciatively of Edna and her husband. I'm so glad you all liked each other.

Yes, I remember the diving into muddy Logan Creek — and I remember a heck of a lot more too!

I appreciate your wish to pay for the Cycle, but it's a gift for old time's sake, John. You are a piece of my life, you know! I'm returning the bill.

With the old affection,

Jno. N.

To -- John E. Chaffee, -Albany, Oregon,

John Neihardt Rt. 7 Columbia, Mo
COLUMBIA. MO. MAR 15 630PM 1958 PRAY FOR PEACE

U.S. POSTAGE 3¢ IN GOD WE TRUST LIBERTY

Mr. John E. W. Chaffee, K P Apt. #4, Albany, Oregon.