In the letter, "Cousin Ellin" is Theresa Ellen Offill, born November 25, 1845 in 
Carter County, Kentucky. Theresa married Reuben Fletcher Ross. She was the daughter of 
James Offill and Mary Louellyn Scott.

The writer of the letter, Elza Offill, was the Elza Offill who was the 
son of Allan Offill and Louise Hargett. Allan was the brother of Theresa's father, James
Offill. 

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Well Cousin Ellen I am going 
to have my picture taken next 
week to send to you   Though I will
not send it until I hear fom you