Walla Walla, Washington, Feb. 19, 1901.
Mr. E. E. Byrum,
Moundsville, W. Va.
My Dear Sir: A fellow inmate of this, the Washington State
Penitentiary, has been kind enough, on two or three occasions, to
permit me a perusal of your most excellent publication, the Gospel
Trumpet. I feel certain that I have been benefited through the
privilege, as within a sinful environment, such as obtained here,
one needs the wholesome and uplifting encouragement that is breathed
through the columns of your magazine. In one of your issues I note
that you have a fund set aside the proceeds of which are devoted to
furnishing Christian literature to those whose lack of means precludes
them from otherwise obtaining it. Had I the money I would gladly remit
for a supply, but isolated as I am I am unable to provide it, and
therefore, if I may presume upon your charity, I assure you that I
shall feel truly grateful for any remembrance which your goodness may
prompt you to tender. Thanking you in advance for a response, I remain,
Yours very truly,
——, Prisoner.