April 25, 1929

Greetings, Mama dear!

How are you, how do you feel? There have been no letters from you for a long time — apparently you are offended at me, but what can I do, I am truly very busy.

I am sending you one hundred and fifty rubles — I could not manage more. If you need money, let me know how much I can, and I will send it. Greetings to friends and acquaintances.

Nadya sends regards.

Live many years.

Your

Soso.

April 25, 1929.

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Source: Joseph Stalin in the Embrace of His Family. From the Personal Archive. P. 14. AP RF. F. 45. Op. 1. D. 1549. L. 36–37.