Alva, Woods Co., Okla., Dec. 20, 1900.
Dear Sirs: Yours along with the books you sent were received last week
and, as directed, the library was placed within the steel cage, where
the prisoners could have free access to it. We would love to say a word
of encouragement to the good people who are interesting themselves in
behalf of the poor unfortunates behind iron bars, but we have not the
command of language to express our admiration of this most commendable
and noble work. No one can tell the good that may result from these
silent companions, read by the poor unfortunates when shut in from the
world. While we have never hoped to start a reform in prison life,
we have often asked for more Christian interest in behalf of the
prisoners. Accept our humble thanks for this most generous gift.
——, Former Jailer.
California State Prison.
Represa, Sacramento Co., Cal., Feb. 13, 1901.
Gospel Trumpet Pub. Co.,
Moundsville, W. Va.
Gentlemen: I beg to acknowledge the receipt of eight books for prison
library. We are very grateful to receive anything in this line, and any
sent will be thankfully received. Respectfully,
——, General Overseer.