MY DEAR COSTELLO,

I am desperate! Engaged in links of adamant to a "monster in human

form"--a remarkable expression I think I remember to have once met with

in a newspaper--whom I encountered at Franconi's, whence I have just

returned, otherwise I would have done all three things right heartily

and with my accustomed sweetness. Think of me another time when chops

are on the carpet (figuratively speaking), and see if I won't come and

eat 'em!

Ever faithfully yours.

P.S.--I find myself too despondent for the flourish.

[Sidenote: Miss Dickens.]

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