June 8, 1859 George Bent, Lansing, Iowa to Catharine Avery Bent Rev. George Bent, son of Catharine Avery Bent.

He has received her letter of the 30th. They sent her, from son George, a likeness of himself. They are well. Wife Mary has a cold. They are prospering and writes about his congregation. Regarding his request for money, he would like to have it and will pay the interest semi-annually.