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Fiery letters from a distant sailor and faith
A long letter describes life after two years at sea in the Pacific, noting long hours and a bed that stays still at night. The writer praises Christian faith, laments worldly temptations, urges prayer and Bible study, and contrasts Florida heat with Texas cold while hoping to reach cousins in Florida.
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Filonde
Pacific
Pheaman
Pac
Jesus
God
Florida
Texas