Handwritten letter from John H. Gillespy in Georgetown, Colorado to Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. 1 page, double-sided. “J.H.G.” monogrammed letterhead.

Contents: -lonely today; Mr. Childs left for San Francisco & Mr. Ballou is visiting family in Idaho Springs; was both reader & congregation for service this morning -sad to be separated from loved ones for much of life; but being alone helps one see their own failings & be more worthy of others -knew John would like Gertrude; was not prepared for way he expressed his feelings, but not too surprised; John is a noble fellow -sorrows perform their use and then pass away; Lord brings peace in the end; beautiful chapter on peace in Heaven and Hell -likely to be in Philadelphia sometime in next few months -will write to Miss Hogan soon

Names mentioned: Mr. Childs (Walter C. Childs), Mr. Ballou (Franklin Ballou), John (John Pitcairn Jr.), Miss Hogan (Maria C. Hogan) Places mentioned: San Francisco, Idaho Springs, Philadelphia