20th August, 1891
[Appropriate salutation],
I write with tragic tidings: my dear Elliot, who has been these ten years my constant companion, breathed his last yesterday evening. He did live some time for a rabbit, though I had of course hoped he might live forever. He shall be remembered in a funeral on Monday afternoon, and I hope that you will attend.
I am so very sorry to hear about Elliot. Such a sweet bunny. You gave him a full and happy life. He's having his fill of clovers in rabbit heaven.
I'll be there on Monday, please let me know if there's anything I can bring.
Dearest Maddy,
I am so sorry to hear about Elliot. Of course I shall be there on Monday, I would feel horrible if I did not have a chance to say good bye to him. The dorm will be so quiet with out his quiet thumps. If you need anything for Monday please let me know.
Your friend,
Sisse