Man[chester] [page torn] England July 14th 1840 My Dear Phebe ^Date May 9th to 25^ yesterday I recevd your long interesting letter which I was truly happy to receevd, was sorrow to hear of the sickness of the little babe, feel thankful that his life was spard, & pray god to preserve you & the children from the power of the destroyer untill my return. I feel much for you Phebe & nothing but the great work of the Almighty in the vineyard hindereth ...

Mrs. Phebe W. Woodruff Montrose, Lee County, Ioway, Territory, United States. Willford Woodruff July 14th 1840 Manchester England