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NEWBURYPORT, MASS., _Aug. 5, 1889_.
DEAR SIR: Would not those "undated anecdotes" come in well to
illustrate and brighten your summing-up chapter? If not, then the plan
you suggest might answer very well.
I am glad to hear that you are so near to the end of your labors, and
that the work is to be published by the ever victorious firm of Mark
Twain. If I have been able to render you the smallest service I am
glad, and you are heartily welcome.
Very truly yours,