This is a chain letter to Stella (Sharr) Thompson from Ada Thomas Harris. The second section however makes reference to local persons in the New Hope area of Owen County. Indianapolis, In, March 23, 1909 My Dear Stella, I received a chain letter from a friend and am sending you one. When you write copy the following! - An Ancient Prayer. O Lord Jesus I implore thee to bless all mankind. Keeps us from all evil by thy precious blood and take us to dwell in Eternity. Copy this and see what will happen. It is said in Jesus alone that he who will write this letter nine days to nine friends commencing the day received will experience some great joy on the ninth day. He will also be delivered from all calamities. But he who will not write will meet with some misfortune. Make a wish while writing. Sign your full name. Do not break the chain. Do not forget to write nine days - to nine friends (one each day.) Sincerely, Ada Thomas Harris #5 Jackson Place Indianapolis Stella Will you please send me Ralph Gaston's address. I should so much like to hear from him again. How are all of my old friends in Kelley Bend - Lots of changes there I know. How is Tillman (Sharr - Stella's brother). I used to hear from him but it has been a long time now since I have heard from him. Give my love to your folks. Whenever you come to Indpls let me know. I shall like to have you visit me. I am doing stenographic work for the Missouri, Kansas & Texas Ry Co. I like it as well as teaching. With Love, Ada Submitted by Terresa Thompson