August 186-
Dear Beth,
Firstly, I must say I was surprised yet slightly pleased to receive your letter. Your tenderness left an impression on me. I realized you hardly knew anything about hunting and sport, and yet you did your best to amuse me. I would very much to maintain a correspondence with you, as I thoroughly enjoyed that day at Camp Laurence and would like to know the goings on of Laurie, you, and your sisters. Laurie has told me a few little anecdotes and they very much amuse me (I hope you don't mind!) Amusement is something I very much need right now. Fred thinks it's funny to tease me by telling me all about his jaunts and such, when I can't participate in them myself. I am thoroughly frustrated with being cooped up and I've no doubt writing to you will do me some good.
And your secret is safe with me- I swear I won't tell a soul about your snooping.
Your Friend (If you would consider me as such),
Frank Vaughn