Travel sketch of Mark Twain's visit to the Bayreuth Opera Festival; with author's corrections.

Proof sheets with author's corrections, notes, and instructions for serial publication in the .

Note at top of page one requests recipient asks Samuel E. Moffett to write autobiographical sketch and says Olivia L. Clemens will look over it before it is published. S.L.C.

Poem; "To Margaret." M.T.

Account of Mark Twain's life, includes copies of letters, 1884 December 14 -1885 July 26, to Susy from Mark Twain discussing family activities, , anecdotes from his travels, and suggestion to read Morte d'Arthur, with two letters in German; copy of Mark Twain's comments on Ulysses S. Grant, comparing Grant to Lancelot; copy of Mark Twain's account of Susy Clemens ' visit to Grant; copy of letter, 1885 July 27, from Mark Twain to Editor of The Sun on Grant's funeral; copy of letter 1885 April 16 from Susan Langdon Crane to Olivia L. Clemens concerning their father Jervis Langdon's death and a comparison to reports of Grant's last day; copy of letter, 1884 January 21, George Washington Cable to Mark Twain thanking Twain for invitation; copy of a letter fragment, 1886 May 3, from unknown correspondent in Stonington, CT, with comment from Mark Twain that Susy must have lost rest of letter; copy of letter, n.d., from unknown correspondent from the Valley of Virginia concerning correspondent's enjoyment of ; several stories by Susy; copy of Mark Twain's Lady Jane Grey scene for family production of ; copy of newspaper article reporting comments of James Redpath on Mark Twain and his publication of Grant's memoirs; clipping of article on Mark Twain's home by George Parsons Lathrop; clippings of comments on Twain's 50th birthday by Joel Chandler Harris, Frank R. Stockton, and Charles Dudley Warner, with clipping of poem by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., "To Mark Twain on his 50th birthday"; clipping, 1886 January 30, on Mark Twain's appearance before U.S. Senate Committee on Patents. With notes by Mark Twain.

Supplementary information and suggested changes; descriptions of the play of and the home productions of the Clemens and neighboring children; description of Susy Clemens ' moral courage and character.

Photo caption for one of Mark Twain's pictures accompanying article

Includes copies of four letters, 1895 November 3 -1896 February 17, of Olivia L. Clemens to Jean Clemens and Susan Langdon Crane and of two letters, 1896 January 13 and 1896 February 18, of Clara Clemens to family members concerning their travels with Mark Twain in India, Australia, New Zealand, etc., new and old friends, family activities, and Mark Twain's lectures; with notes on artists, engravings of historic heroines, and a number of blank pages.

Article denouncing anti-semitism; with author's corrections; includes ALS 1898 March 14 Grant I. Rosenzweig, Kansas City, MO, to Mark Twain.

With author's corrections and notes and signed engraved picture of Mark Twain.

Poem inscribed "To Livy, November. 27, 1892."

With author's corrections.

In Mark Twain's hand with author's corrections; numbered pages 175 to 200 1/2, lacking pages 177 and 184; w/printed Ch. VII from original 1873 edition, a special printed title page, and a reproduction photograph of Mark Twain.

Non-continuous fragments; nine pages in Mark Twain's hand; three in Charles Dudley Warner's .

Fragment by Mark Twain; marked page 27; re a perpetual-motion machine.

With author's corrections; page 10 has three pinned newspaper clippings for inclusion in printed text.

With author's corrections.

Re Mark Twain.

With author's corrections; written for use in George Routledge and Sons edition of ; with AN signed S.L.C., Twain requests publisher "to tear up the other and use this one."

With author's corrections; written for use in George Routledge and Sons edition of .

With author's corrections, engraved picture of Mark Twain, a special printed title page, and ALS 1909 December 3 Luther S. Livingston to J. R. Clemens.

Photo caption for one of Mark Twain's pictures accompanying article "Three Famous Humorists Out of Doors."

With author's corrections and ALS [1873] July 7 Mark Twain to [Elisha] Bliss; at bottom of manuscript, "London, June 30, 1873" crossed out and replaced with "Hartford, March 1875."

Re American manners.

Criticism of printed article. With ANS [ca. 1905] Mark Twain to [Robert] Bacon re article.

Brief lines with some rewrites on thoughts of Carlyle and his perceived dislike of Americans.

With author's corrections, hand-lettered title page, and reproduced photograph of Mark Twain.

(pages 1 and 7 are glued onto backing sheets)

Signed by 23 passengers including Mark Twain; with ALS [1872] December 3 Mark Twain to Captain [John E.] Mouland and ALS [1873] January 22 Mark Twain to Captain [John E.] Mouland.

Fragment; marked p.282 and titled Taxes on top of one page.

Account concerning Mark Twain's involvement with Plasmon and a stock swindle perpetrated on him by men in the company. Pencilled across the right corner of the manuscript is "a food stock swindle."

Fragment. Requests sentence beginning "And still another panic of fright" be added to article.

Re the wedding, the guests, Mark Twain's library, and his current activities. With corrections in unknown hand.

Account of Susie, Clara ("Bay"), and later Jean Clemens ' sayings and activities, with Mark Twain's observations.

Re concerning origins of the premature report of Mark Twain's death. M.T. With three newspaper clippings concerning the story surrounding this report.

With author's corrections; text of speech given in 1882; signed " Mark Twain, Samuel Langhorne Clemens. Hartford, May 1891."

Written for use in George Routledge and Sons [1872] edition of ; with corrections and deletions in Twain's hand. M.T.

Copy of Mark Twain's proposed preface (see above) but in another's hand, with annotation by Twain.

In Mark Twain's hand.

Dedication for enclosed in ALS [1871] May 5 Mark Twain to "Friend Bliss" ( Elisha Bliss ).

Notes in unidentified hand about illustrations for with annotations on pagination.

Poem

Remarks on Edwin Booth followed by "The Long Clam" speech.

Argues against the teaching of religion at Girard College, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Discusses "The Reliable Contraband" as a source of news in the Civil War.

Photo captions for "Mark Twain at Quarry Hill Farm"; "Even Mark Twain Nods"; "Mark Twain and an Old Family Friend" (John T. Lewis); "Mark Twain and his Porcelain Cat"; with ANS, "O.K. S. L. Clemens."

Quotation on music; with manuscript bar of music. M.T.

With author's corrections, picture of Mark Twain's sculpture bust, a special printed title page, and printed chapter 14 from first edition of .

With author's corrections, reproduction photograph of Mark Twain with printed autograph. ()

With author's corrections, engraving of Mark Twain with printed autograph, special printed title page, and printed chapter 31 from first edition of .

Non-continuous fragments from chapter 35 of .

Non-continuous fragments from chapter 37 of .

With author's corrections, reproduction photograph of Mark Twain with printed autograph, and hand-lettered title page.

With author's corrections.

With author's corrections; bottom of manuscript p. 28 torn off.

With author's corrections and ALS 1905 October [12] Sunday Mark Twain to Frederick A. Duneka.

Verse to Mark Twain; copy in James Galsworthy's hand.

Discusses his activities, family news, and life in Hannibal, MO.

Has received letter and mining deeds; describes character of his recently deceased dog; mentions Clagett's wife, other friends, his activities, and family news; reports on war in Missouri and the taking of Forts Henry and Donelson; refers to characters from [Dicken's] . S.L.C.

Is sending office supplies; mentions friends and family; discusses his attempt to steal a dog; says that he is writing because he likes to, although he has no news; says he is leaving for Esmeralda if "nothing happens"; complains about minister; adds that they have not heard from home. S.L.C.

Describes mining and claims in Esmeralda and his purchase of mining claims; is discouraged; discusses opportunity to learn secret process to get more ore out of the mines; encourages Clagett not to sell out. S.L.C.

Discusses mining and mining claims; encloses sketch of mine locations; plans to leave soon if they do not strike something; says since 1853 has rarely been in one place more than six months; complains about the printers for the [Territorial] Enterprise who are meddling with his punctuation; mentions business letters of Barstow and cautions Orion not to tell 'Gillesp' about them; suggests keeping Josh's letters in scrapbook; has quit writing for The Gate. Sam.

Congratulates him on being elected representative; hopes he will be elected Senator when Nevada becomes a state; is angry with course of war and Union retreat and unhappy with talk of strategy that accomplishes nothing; discusses mutual friends and mining matters; disgusted with climate and may move to Colorado mines; encloses power of attorney. S.L.C.

Describes his travels in California, mines, snowfall, travel by stage and sleighs, the Donner Party tragedy, and people and places in Nevada County.

Talks about his lectures in Virginia City, Gold Hill, Silver City and Carson; suggests Howland ask Abe Curry about audience turnout; says he had looked for Curry in Sacramento but missed him. S.L.C.

Everything going well with the pilots and New Orleans river men; asks when book ( ) is expected to be published; plans to lecture if book not published soon. Mark.] (w/env)

Discusses his signing onto the Holy Land excursion on the "Quaker City"; says his book ( ) should be out in two weeks and plans to lecture after that; since he left [ California] his friends have signed two hundred subscribers for the book; asks to be remembered to various friends; will write to Annie [Moffett Webster] and Katie Lampton. S.L.C.

Authorizes Fuller to collect all money from ; gives his mother's address in St. Louis. M.T.

Asks him to print enclosed draft (not present) and send him a proof; is enclosing statistics (not present) for Kinney's use if wanted. S.L.C.

Mentions difficulties in meeting her and Charlie [Langdon]; discusses at length his differences with the "Quaker City" passengers; finding keeping promises not to publish anything unpleasant about the Quaker City passengers troublesome; unable to promise not to swear and discusses swearing at length; mentions his true friends on the "Quaker City"; has received several book offers because of letters published in The Tribune; likes offer from American Publishing Company; reports Albert D. Richardson's success with the company; notes for whom he is engaged as correspondent and is unable to accept lecturing invitations. S.L.C.

Thanks for books; "tackled the Stag" who swore all the charges were false; wishes Webb were there. M.T.

Relates that H. H. Bancroft is anxious to have agency for his book on the west coast, Japan and China; comments on sales of Albert D. Richardson's and company canvassers; has friends in Japan and China and was urged not to forget them; expects to be finished with manuscript in twenty days and will go east then. S.L.C.

Announces with joy his conditional engagement with Olivia Langdon; describes his request for permission from her parents, conditions to be met for the engagement, and Olivia's acceptance of his proposal. M.T.

Mentions Fairbanks's 'Holy Land' letters; requests her appraisal of Mark Twain, especially if she thinks the reformation of his character is permanent; recognizes Twain's genius but concern for her daughter prompts her to inquire; discusses news and health of family.

Unable to come but sends letter to be read and speech for a meeting; if proceedings are published would like copies for his scrap-book; is "pleasantly employed"; insists punctuation and text are exactly as he wants them.

Broke off negotiations with Cleveland Herald and bought third interest in The Buffalo Express; will give up lecturing until next year; praises look of book ( ); requests copies to be sent to various people and newspapers; will send Elmira reviews and a copy of a flattering letter. Typed signature S.L.C.

Unable to lecture because he is working for a newspaper and will be married soon; hopes and expects to be excused from New England lecture contract; unable to lecture at Kingston either. S.L.C.

Has replied to Abby that he will not lecture in either town; because of this reply, can not agree to lecture in Rondout; has refused other lecture and wishes to clear up confusion over other engagements; has postponed wedding until February because of his lecture engagements; discusses his desire to be out of lecturing and support family with newspaper. S.L.C. and M.T.] (w/env)

Re lecture engagements; forwarding letter to his Boston agent, who is straightening out matters with Medbury. S.L.C.

Extends lecture invitation. On recto, verso and additional sheet, ALS [1869] Mark Twain to James Redpath says he discussed above invitation with Horatio C. King, a committee member; does not wish to lecture outside New England again, especially not in Brooklyn; complains about Miss Watson and the arrangements she made for a misrepresented Brooklyn lecture; discusses arrangements to solve the problem. M.T.

Asks the City editor of The Buffalo Express for generous publicity for Soldiers' Orphans concert. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Discusses lecture business and recent engagement; asks for bill to be sent to Elmira so he can settle it before his wedding. S.L.C.

Humorous request for books to review from Fields, Osgood & Company. M.T.

Says he could not agree to new edition of without creating problems with his new publisher nor did he issue a book of sketches for same reasons; discusses his shame for hiring a lawyer and creating trouble; glad Webb married and happy he himself is married; mentions his new lifestyle; accepts Webb's invitation to visit and extends one in return; describes his falling out with Bret Harte over the review in the because Bancroft would not send copies to Harte. S.L.C.

Fragment. Is selecting from his previous work to be used in a book of sketches and will write a new sketch "or so" for proposed book; mentions unnamed man; requests contract of new book and suggests the book be illustrated like . No signature.

Fragment. Mentions visitors and queries if Captain White lived in Keokuk.

Fragment. Mentions woman visitor and anecdote about Editor Lord.

Fragment. Is sending some letters to correspondent.

Would rather be represented by different lawyers than Will Moffett's ; feels they would be prejudiced in favor of the others; her mother [Pamela Clemens Moffett] has been sick but is better.

Discusses Orion's job possibilities with comments from Mark Twain, Orion's projected writing projects, a teaching job in Germany, and a political appointment he is concerned about; scattered comments on Twain's activities; family news with suggestions and some quotations from Twain.

Had tried to call in person but his wife's illness and their travel preparations for the long journey precluded it.] (calling card)

Thanks for his letter; wonders why people in Buffalo still call the Tifft house the poor house. M.T.

Twain discusses whether it is too soon to release the as it may interfere with sales of Twain suggests the publishing order of , followed by a book on diamond mining in South Africa, and then the

Declines invitation to 50th anniversary celebration of The Fredonia Censor; offers congratulations. M.T.

Fragment. Discusses disagreement with American Publishing Company and Elisha Bliss; will insist in future on written agreement; declines emphatically to write exclusively for The Publisher; wants advertising of his exclusive contract be withdrawn and a correction published; will publish correction himself if not printed by Bliss; does not want to discuss issue again; would request name be taken off list of contributors if it had not already been published. S.L.C.

Likes his own "Facts about the Great Beef Contract" article published a year back in Galaxy May 1870; mentions article's popularity in Washington; wishes Nast good fortune with his Almanac. S.L.C.] (attached to white paper with Nast autograph)

Has received check; comments on [Edward Howard] House's writing; is almost done with manuscript; will bring it to Hartford; mentions his desire to work on book, pace of work, his editorial plans, his confidence in the success of the book; says to go ahead and issue prospectus and start canvassing; includes proposed dedication (to ); comments on his favorable business prospects. S.L.C.

Re lecturing schedule in Boston; insists on opening in the Music Hall and on being first speaker, then lecturing in South End; otherwise his prospects would be diminished; feels Mr. Dana will understand his position and be willing to speak second. M.T.

Has declined lecture tour in Missouri and Kansas because of railroad travel; plans to talk in St. Louis if arrangements have been made but prefers not to lecture; discusses business aspects of his decisions and other lecture arrangements; comments on Bowen's state legislature; wife well but baby ill. S.L.C. With ALS 1921 February 21 from Dora C. Bowen stating Bowen was a boyhood friend of Mark Twain.

Accepts invitation from Beach for himself but Olivia unable to come because of visitors in Hartford. S.L.C.

Inviting Olivia's friends to the Monday night's [sic] Club meeting at their home because Olivia is very busy preparing for their departure. S.L.C.

Discusses a church as a site for a lecture; requests bill from Fall; unable to go to Boston since he leaves for Elmira soon. S.L.C. With ANS n.d. James Redpath to Unknown re business matter.

Describes in great detail proposed position, wages, and hiring procedures for a phonographer. Mark.

Fragment. Re Mark Twain's difficulties with American Publishing Company and Elisha Bliss concerning The Publisher; mentions Orion Clemens ' part in the misunderstanding; discusses terms offered to other authors and to Mark Twain, corrections to be published, and terms to resolve the misunderstanding.

Comments on [Timothy] Warrington's article; says family well and flourishing, particularly new baby; mentions sad news of Fall's family; practicing for the Jubilee; requests Redpath to publish news of in the Advertiser. M.T.

Knows [John H.] Riley's "condition" but is unable to leave to see him because of his family; his son, Langdon Clemens, has died after a long illness and his wife is in precarious health. S.L.C.

Thanks for the books; will send revisions Monday; will write preface as suggested; hopes to see him at [Daniel] Slote's New York City home Wednesday. S.L.C.

Enclosing preface for ; thinks preface will be fine for two volumes if the book is divided; will not forget to ship the revised . S.L.C.

"Twain promises second preface."

Expecting Bret Harte; asks what Lockwood says about "the patent." S.L.C.

Sending preface to English edition of ; asks for destruction of earlier draft "not in good taste"; has declined month long lecture engagement; expects to spend winter in rural England, or, more likely, in Cuba and Florida. S.L.C.

Sending Mark Twain preface to ; duplicate being sent on Thursday's boat.

Joking refusal of invitation because of indigestion; with a comment on John Camden Hotten. S.L.C.] (w/transcript and photostat of the card)

Has been called home; expects to spend time with family in Great Britain most of next year and may be able to lecture for a month on "such scientific topics as I know least about." M.T. With AN on recto, in another hand, saying "My Dear MacDonell perhaps this may amuse you. D.S.J."

Invites him to visit; mentions that [Charles Erskine Scott] Wood stayed with him; reports that American papers suggest Twain be given an medal for standing on deck without an umbrella; Olivia hopes that he will be given a larger ship so that she could travel with Mouland and not suffer sea-sickness; plans to travel next May. S.L.C.

Congratulates him on receiving award; wants exact information so that he may put it in The Tribune; will be lecturing in New York in February and working on his book, then will sail for England with Olivia; hopes to go with Mouland again and invites him to visit; plans to give London lecture proceeds to The Royal Humane Society; has bought property for building a home. S.L.C.

Sends information on Mark Twain, who is away, supplied by Olivia L. Clemens and Warner for new edition of Duyckinck.

Receipt for royalty check; comments on not selling as well as ; attributes difference to the engravings, paper and lack of publicity; comments at length about lack of publicity; wants Thomas Nast to do illustrations for his next book and has plans for its publicity; plans to buy more stock and desires to be a director of the American Publishing Company. S.L.C.

Sending him poems by W. A. Kendall; comments on Kendall and his criticism of Bret Harte; feels unable to return poems since he has had them so long; if Howells does not publish the poems, requests that Howells send them back; if he chooses to publish them, then he should "improve" them. S.L.C.

"Long life to you and yours." S.L.C.

Unable to accept his invitation; reminds him of their other social engagements. S.L.C and M.T.

Is going to the Cosmopolitan Club tomorrow and hopes that Miller can meet him; AN at bottom requests he drop in that night. S.L.C. and M.T.

Not going to Paris; suggests Bliss can make a pamphlet out of the Herald letters, the enclosed article, "The Jumping Frog. In English. Then in French. Then clawed back into a civilized language once more by patient, unremunerated toil," and of his "old sketches"; says there is a Routledge edition of his sketches at his or Charles Dudley Warner's house, if Bliss does not have one; says to sell this pamphlet for 25 cents, and not more or less; has also enclosed prefatory remarks for use; does not plan to write any more Herald letters for now. S.L.C.

Called on him previous day; asks for convenient time tomorrow to meet for visit to a fur establishment. S.L.C.

Asks whether his clerk had given Bentley "The Jumping Frog. In English. Then in French. Then clawed back into a civilized language once more by patient, unremunerated toil" sketch some time back; if he is not using it, would like it back. M.T.

Was unable to come because of business engagements; will think of magazine article but doubts he will write it because of other work; adds he would like to put "The Jumping Frog. In English. Then in French. Then clawed back into a civilized language once more by patient, unremunerated toil" story into a book if Bentley is not going to need it. S.L.C.

Dinner invitation; mentions Stoddard.

Asks him to send early copies of (library style) at his expense to list of editors and friends. M.T.

Afraid he may not be able to go to Croydon because of his lecture business. M.T.] (w/env)

Claims fog kept audience away; began to think that lectures were not advertised enough; wrote notice for newspapers but none printed it; encloses copy of advertisement (not present); feels that they were offended by joke about the Prince in the advertisement; future lectures will include comments that he did not mean to offend in his advertising. S.L.C.

Discusses arrangements for lectures at Steinway Hall, Boston, and Baltimore; mentions arrangement with Pugh for Philadelphia; proposes lecture in Washington. Mark.

Took the baby for a drive, which is why they came when they said they would be unable to come.] (calling card) (w/env)

Requests information about obtaining several copies of Mark Twain's books for his ships cheaply, offering trade-in-kind facetiously.

Invites Kingsley and family to visit in Hartford; mentions Olivia's nervousness in meeting him; will not be able to meet Kingsley at the Lotos Club since Mark Twain will be in Boston to have dinner with Wilkie Collins; suggests the best train to take to Hartford. S.L.C.

Unable to assist in writing Wakeman's memoirs; feels book will be readable as is, without "doctoring"; will only put his name on books he writes; suggests Wakeman see publishers; details royalties paid out by Elisha Bliss for new authors and for himself; will send manuscript to Bliss if desired; says business can be accomplished through mail as well as in person. S.L.C.

Explanation of his " Mark Twain " nom de plume. S.L.C.

Wishes he could have suggested to Charles P. Pope a higher value of $500 on Howells' translation but hesitated to take sides between two personal friends; has made into a five act play, "Colonel Sellers," and leased the play to comedian John T. Raymond; hopes Howells, his family, and the Aldrichs will visit. S.L.C.

Requests help in securing position in the Navy for nephew Samuel E. Moffett, who is fourteen; Moffett lives in Mr. Sessions' New York district which has no open cadet appointments; mentions the boy's intelligence and potential; hopes to secure appointment from Secretary of the Navy ( George Maxwell Robeson ), who can make discretionary appointments. S.L.C.

Thanks him for his efforts; has written to the Secretary of the Navy as suggested; thinks [Samuel E.] Moffett is above average, else he would not ask for the favor; adds nephew will be fourteen November 5. S.L.C.

Thanks him "for doing that thing up so thoroughly and handsomely himself" when he himself "could not have said a word".

Thanks him for his efforts on behalf of nephew Samuel E. Moffett; had not written earlier because he has been working on a play while remodelling his house; will put Moffett in school in hopes of successfully getting appointment through ( George Maxwell) Robeson; Orion Clemens going back to Keokuk. S.L.C.

Is unable to write a play at this time but suggests [William Dean] Howells of the may be interested and might even be writing a play now; Daly may want to contact Howells after finishing fight with Bronson (Howard). S.L.C.

Cannot lecture this winter but outlines plans for a slow journey down the Mississippi gathering material while lecturing to pay for trip, if he can finish his present book by May 1; would like Redpath to accompany him; asks him to consider and give his opinion. S.L.C.

Recalls pleasant memories of correspondent's father in Salt Lake City and sends requested autograph for her. M.T. and S.L.C.

Tells him emphatically not to print anything of his in Gill's series; mentions he was "burnt once" with ; tells him to print quickly so that he will not appear in print in ; suggests his publisher's unwillingness as a reason. S.L.C.

Will be away and must decline his invitation but hopes to come another time. S.L.C.

Declines invitation. S.L.C.

Twain requests Harte's autograph for Charles E. Tisdall, the chancellor of Christ Church Cathedral, whom he describes as a "mighty good fellow--for a Christian." Twain also asks if he can publish in England without impairing his American copyright, mentions finishing a book [] and another "going through the press" [

Thanks for the proof copy of [Henry Wadsworth] Longfellow's picture, which he considers "the perfection of a portrait." S.L.C.

"I repent me in sackcloth and ashes." M.T. and S.L.C.

Asks him to send cloth copies of his four books and some other books to Edward Hastings of National Soldiers' Home, Virginia for the disabled soldiers there; requests he be billed as low as possible. S.L.C.

Sending him a sketch for the which was not ready in time for the ; mentions visit he paid with Joaquin Miller, during which Bentley asked him to submit sketches he might have. S.L.C.

Comments on not answering her letter immediately; mentions that he does not have Charles Dudley Warner's autograph and is unable to send her one until Warner returns from Europe. S.L.C. and M.T.

Receipt of payment; wish he could have sent advance sheets of article; will send a copy of anything else he writes before European appearance. S.L.C.

Reports gloves found; enjoyed Samuel E. Moffett's visit; thinks he must have been poor company because of his irritation with [Bret] Harte. S.L.C.

Thanks for the white Japanese pin; hopes Moffett and his wife are enjoying the holiday; wishes she could see them but it will be some time before she can; mentions weather.

Responds to request for autograph; mentions he also has a "schoene Aussicht" from his study. M.T. and S.L.C.

Has sent him 1 of 4 articles he is writing for ; has seen Chatto in New York and told him he might have the article if Bentley does not want it; will send the article to the Editor of since Bentley has moved.

Dictated. Offers compromise over books; comments he wanted to be sure Conway had gotten his royalty; acknowledges receipt of royalty check. S.L.C. per F.C.H.

Thanks him; says several pieces are familiar and will be glad to become acquainted with the others. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Drew 200 pounds on letter of credit; spent four thousand dollars in past three months in Paris; mentions inclement weather. S.L.C.

Refers him to Bliss; says Bliss will probably not mind answering his questions since nothing needs to be secret; believes that under some conditions he will stay with the old company. S.L.C.

Re October 4 bank draft; mentions Orion Clemens, Charles L. (Webster), Pamela Clemens Moffett, and friends; wishes to be remembered to "Sam's Uncle Harvey." ANS at bottom from Annie (Moffett) Webster says she would write if she had time.

Praises Winter's poem "The Chieftain"; calls it a masterwork that seems perfect; would read it to his wife but he always breaks down when he reads the poem. S.L.C. AN at top by [William Winter] identifies poem as "The Chieftain."

Hears he is "troubled with twins" and encloses something on how to raise them successfully; wishes him a good Christmas and New Year; says his writings are read with pleasure.

Thanks the Boyesens for their praises for his new book; surprised at the critical success and potential financial success of the book; because of Boyensen's praises, was encouraged to read publicly from new book at Joseph Twichell's "chapel" instead of using old material as he had planned; speaks of the strong impulse of writers to write, even for their wastebaskets. M.T.

Has been ill but is recovering fast; has paid off a debt; mentions poem in Parker's column today. M.T.

Invitation to come visit whenever it suits him. M.T.

Appreciates hearing Ulysses S. Grant not offended; spent weekend at [William Dean] Howells; family looking forward to House's visit. M.T.

Suggests he set "The Splendor Falls" to music; suggests possible instrumentation and vocals; hopes he'll "do it right." S.L.C.

Discusses his support for retention of Frederick Douglass for Marshall of Washington and warmly praises Douglass; mentions Charles J. Langdon. S.L.C.

Urges him to submit articles to James R. Osgood; looking forward to seeing House and his daughter when they visit; had badly wanted to show him his own book but will not be able. M.T.

Regrets that they missed connections but hopes they will visit in May; will ask [William Dean] Howells about House's article; has recommended him to John Hay and General [Grover] Cleveland for a diplomatic post in Japan; reports what was said in discussion with Ulysses S. Grant on subject, who thinks House can fill post well but will appoint someone else instead; adds that he has not been able to convince Grant to write a book but Grant mentioned some stories which he does want to write down before his memories dim. M.T.

Says "sketch" accurate; suggests an addition listing his later books through (1880); has a book ( ) in press but is not including it since it will be out in November. S.L.C.

Cover letter for check for $160.76; queries "London 6 vols" entry; prefers to keep his "Prince" account separate entirely; places book orders. S.L.C.

Comments on various business matters; discusses royalties on his scrap book. S.L.C.

Discusses printing job; suggests finishing unspecified item in best style, and print in two colors; will be returning home by express. S.L.C.

Agrees to Osgood's interpretation of the Canadian publishing matter; inquires on how to make a transfer of unspecified item to Chatto & Windus. S.L.C.

Discusses remodelling of his home and admonishes House never to remodel. M.T.

Says he has not been in Boston since he and House "lunched" with [James Ripley] Osgood, [Thomas Bailey] Aldrich, and others; hopes to finish remodeling so that House and Koto, his daughter, may be able to visit; comment on progress of remodelling. M.T.

Glad for his opinion of the book ( ); discusses the problem of baronets in the book, possible ways including a foot-note to solve the problem, and the title to give Miles, one of the characters; hopes House can visit soon; visits Montreal in November with [William Dean] Howells and [James Ripley] Osgood. M.T.

Expresses gratitude for House's research into the baronet problem (in The Prince and the Pauper ) and resolving the foot-note proposal which neither Olivia or House liked; has sent his preferred correction to [James Ripley] Osgood, but will defer to Osgood's and House's judgement. M.T.

Glad that House's suggestion was adopted, but not sure if correction will be in time for London edition; [James Ripley] Osgood concerned change might affect copyright because of differing texts but he thinks not; decorators still at work but hopes soon to set date for House's visit.

Hopes more of remodelling completed by December 15 and that House and Koto can come then; is going to Canada in ten days hunting for copyrights but will be back by December 7. M.T.

Comments that he and Olivia greatly enjoyed House's recent article; notes House was spared [Thomas Bailey] Aldrich's "butcher-knife" and marvels House was not sent proofs; going with [James Ripley] Osgood to Canada November 25; home almost ready for House's visit. M.T.

Thoroughly enjoyed her book, as did his family and guests; has asked [James Ripley] Osgood to send her his new book. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Arrangements for House's visit; suggests open-ended visit; visiting the Mississippi River with [James Ripley] Osgood in April; reports Olivia enjoyed Koto's Christmas cards; has had 6 of his books printed on China paper for Susy, "Bay," Koto and several other special friends. M.T.

Introduces Charles Hopkinson Clark, one of the three who have agreed to compile the for Osgood and Company. S.L.C.

Has received india paper books; says McMillan (sic) matter is Osgood's and Dawson's to decide; does not care how many Canadian editions sold as long as they are not sold in the U.S.; discusses discounts to general agents, thinks discount wasted as the canvassers do all the work and will still current rate despite discount; concerns about books in the bookstores; encloses letter (not present) from a foreigner sent to him by Dean Sage; orders Joseph Henry Shorthouse's "John Inglesant"; mentions [Edward Howard] House and Koto visiting. S.L.C.

Delighted with his review of his book; mentions publishing book ( ) at own expense and his success as a publisher; thought Miss Gilder's letter was from a man and replied in kind; asks for his address and invites him to visit. (pages misnumbered in letter) S.L.C.

Recommends the young lady who bears this letter to Hooper as a translator of French on Orion Clemens's estimation; would be willing to visit Paris to dine with Hooper again but will not endure a foreign country again for any other purpose. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Will visit with Joseph Twichell when their families are better; hopes to see "the charming Kentucky school girl" there; mentions that Generals Sherman and Van Vliet had copies of when he visited; says its circulation is slowly growing and a copy has gone to Japan; expects it will cause him trouble. S.L.C. Charles Erskine Scott Wood notes in AN at bottom that he was Adjutant to the Superintendent at U.S. Military Academy West Point at that time.

Agrees with House's assessment of the Scribner's critical review of ; surprised by the very complimentary English reviews; comments on great sales in England; pleased to have income from three books that can't be pirated; has rheumatism, but it allows him to practice typewriting (typed letter himself); family sick but getting better. Typed signature M.T.

Enclosing original manuscript of (sic) ( ); notes that there are many errors; suggests Wood correct them as necessary, as he is too busy to do so himself. S.L.C. Charles Erskine Scott Wood notes in AN that Twain forwarded manuscript of to him to be printed on the U.S. Military Academy West Point press, of which he was in charge; also comments on Twain's use of the typewriter.

Plans for an April 17 trip with him; suggests hotel car to Chicago; can get sketches ready in time; says publishing books does not pay for the trouble writing them. M.T.

Writes to unknown correspondent he has quit the lecture platform permanently. On verso, ALS 1882 August Mark Twain to Charles Erskine Scott Wood says he and Twichell like "it (the one sent for his signature)." M.T. and S.L.C. Charles Erskine Scott Wood in AN says this statement probably refers to a proof of Timothy Cole's woodcut after Abbott Henderson Thayer's portrait of Twain.

Unable to comply with his request; says he is not well and sends regrets. M.T.

Sending [Charles L.] Webster to talk with him; would like Webster to have charge of running the book if possible. S.L.C.

Says Mark Twain has received check but check should have been sent to Webster; Twain wants business to be conducted through him; cannot send receipt since he did not receive the money.

Re business matters with American Publishing Company.

Has been struggling hard over his book for awhile, suffering "literary gout"; comments at length on the recent gubernatorial election in Connecticut lost by the Republicans, political journalism, and "bossism"; mentions family news and sleighing for the first time this winter. Typed signature S.L.C.

Re arrangements for his speech (at the New England Dinner 1882 December 23), "The Regular Toast, Woman --God Bless Her, Response by Mark Twain "; will speak fifth if President [Chester] Arthur not present; if he is, then sixth; felt other subjects too solemn; will be his last speech except for one in August which fulfills a three year old promise. S.L.C.] (w/env) (w/3 transcripts)

"If you would be kindly spoken of, die. There is no other way. But don't hurry". S.L.C. and M.T.

Requests two sets of plates and dies and 50,000 copies of book ( ) printed; he will not cause delay but Olivia might because of her proofreading; wants them to look carefully at the material; wants to provide Charles L. Webster with advertising so he won't complain later if book does not sell; places book orders. S.L.C.

Unable to aid him in request since he is occupied with putting a book to press; suggests he contact Rev. Francis Goodwin for help. S.L.C.

Fragment. Apologizes for inviting Col. Waring when there is no room for him; suggests alternate arrangements; says George Washington Cable did well in speech with Parson Jones story. No signature.

Asks where July dividend is because he has not seen it; will not be in Hartford this summer. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Discusses [Joseph] Twichell's well-meant premature publication of Twain's letter on his invented "historical game" in the [Hartford] Courant; says this upset his own plans for a small book; mentions having House's proofs and playing word games; [William Dean] Howells and [James Ripley] Osgood back from Europe; remarks "we" have been home two weeks. M.T.] (includes brief crossed-out notes on verso of p. 4 and 5 by House)

Requests names of publishers who could manufacture for less than he can.

Thinks S. W. Green's Sons will do the work below American Publishing Company prices.

Jokes about family's reaction to gift House sent them from Japan. Typed signature S.L.C.

Asks whether they wish to submit a bid on printing two thousand copies of ; gives specifications; suggests J. P. Jones can lend them a copy if they show him this letter.

Charles M. Green Printing Company can supply two thousand copies of for 53 cents a book as soon as the paper can be made, if American Publishing Company supplies the frontispiece portrait.

Contends that, despite Mark Twain and Charles L. Webster's claims to the contrary, other publishers would have cost more to manufacture .

Has gotten price for manufacturing from S. W. Green but says it would cost more; is making new edition "here" as before.

Discusses family financial affairs, health, friendly gossip about neighbors and old friends, and weather; glad to hear he has a farm.] (w/env)

Discusses House's precarious health; lists what he has been reading and comments on his reading habits; mentions Charley Delmonico; has been reminiscing with Thomas Bailey Aldrich about House, Artemus (Ward), and the rest of the "Pfaff gang"; writing new book which is moving along well. M.T.

His publisher Mr. Hennuyer requests Twain's approval of his translation of about to be published and is now being illustrated by Achille Siriony; would also like approval of his forthcoming translation; will be in same style as his adaptation of of which he sends Twain a copy.

Requests Daly to look over his dramatization of . M.T.

Discusses authorship of and possibility of either John Hay or Clarence King as author; mentions George Washington Cable, while visiting, had the mumps for three weeks and comments on Cable's complaining; appreciates photographs of Koto; [William Dean] Howells just arriving. M.T.

Has referred "another one of those fellows" ( William L. Hughes ) to London publisher Chatto; keeping back until spring for a longer canvass. S.L.C.

In response to a request from Rohr regarding Rohr's translation of Heine's "Lorelei." A photostatic copy of Rohr's letter and envelope to Twain is included.

Has forgotten about ; trying with Joseph Twichell to learn to bicycle; enjoyed the "catagraphs" but mourns that after years of longing is still catless. M.T.

Presses company to bring suit at once against "these pirates" and threatens to annul his contracts with them on grounds that sufficient effort was not made to protect his copyrights. S.L.C.] (glued to card)

Thanks him; after lecture dates are set, will write him; hopes the dates are as Iles suggests. S.L.C.

Thanks for their letters of introduction and directions; plans to finish his business and then will stay with them on the way back; promises family news.] (w/env)

Has forgotten favor House requested; wished he could visit Japan but thinks his daughters' musical education would suffer; possibly could go if he could find a competent house keeper to help Olivia; setting off on lecture tour; plans to vote Democratic and against [James G.] Blaine in the upcoming elections. M.T.

Acknowledges receipt of their September 12 payment; thinks [James G.] Blaine may been defeated; Charles L. Webster in California is establishing book agencies; lecturing tonight first time in 8 or 10 years but will be last time ever; hopes to repeat their success in Canada. S.L.C.

Discusses a suit against Estes and Lauriat of Boston for their illegal sale of one of his books; says the matter is in hands of his lawyers, Alexander and Green of New York. S.L.C.

Marked "Private." Corrects the information given in newspaper article; says at 15 he promised his mother not to drink and was later released from pledge; kept his promise because he made it to his mother; expresses opinion on pledges given to temperance workers; has marked letter private since he did not want to contradict his mother's recollections in public and because of his opinion about temperance pledges. S.L.C. With TN 1930 March 12 (w/env) from Helen M. Wilcox, Mrs. Cosgrave's daughter, about the circumstances of her mother's correspondence.] (w/env)

Had already read and profited by "it"; comments hotel in the right management now. S.L.C.

Grieved to hear of House's illness but glad he is recovering; comments on Ulysses S. Grant and his memoirs; wishes Grant had written memoirs earlier; judges book as one of the best narratives in English language; Grant is finishing volume two but may have written his last; compares what his company offered Grant to in royalties and subscription apparatus; discusses Grant's Century articles and why he should have been paid more; Olivia is pleased by Koto's gift. M.T. ("SLC per JR")

Discusses publication of Ulysses S. Grant's memoirs; refutes published stories, which he thinks were spread by ; explains how his contract will generate more money for Grant that offers; mentions anticipated sales; denies he got the book through underhanded means; adds that none of Grant's sons is a partner; looking forward to House's visit. M.T.

Wished to talk to Fuller about a potential investment. S.L.C.

Re a watch Olivia L. Clemens bought some days ago which needs to be fixed. S.L.C.

Has had his say in the current and to the Committee; does not enjoy writing miscellaneous articles. S.L.C.

Recounts anecdotally Olivia's disappointment that Koto could not visit. M.T.

Says that Koto's visit was a great success and all miss her including the family, Charles Dudley Warner, Miss Duke, Mamie Perkins, the Goldthwaites, and Miss Covey. M.T.

Announces return from journey to the Mississippi via the Lakes; says that Olivia is planning letter for Koto; discusses the secret language devised and used by Susy and Daisy Warner and hopes House will figure it out. M.T.

Encloses letter from Mr. Howell (not present); will refer contents of letter to Alexander and Green and if they advise, wishes to instigate suit against John Wannamaker. S.L.C.

Apologizes to Koto for forgetting to send measurements; sends the "lingo letter" mentioned before; discusses Susy's and Daisy's writing styles. M.T.

Doubts Rooker's opinion; discusses (New York) Tribune's typesetting problems, the wearing of matrices and alignment of type, whether they might be fixed, and how much these problems cost the Tribune; claims the Paige typesetter is superior to all other invented typesetters; comments on Olivia's good opinion of House. In postscript; mentions Tribune's alignment problem solved and that they are using new matrices; attributes quick wear of matrices to design (includes sketch of matrix); plans to measure how long new set lasts. M.T.

Thanks for House's note in the secret language of Susy and Daisy Warner, and for not telling her parents what it was; adds politely that House did make several errors in their secret language; mentions Jean pleased by dress Koto sent.

Thanks House for another note and will send him their rules for the secret language if Daisy Warner agrees. Postscript in secret language.

Fragment. Gives joking account asserting he did not fall asleep in court during the John Wannamaker trial but fainted; urges correspondent to place story in newspapers. M.T.

Will come to visit House on Tuesday; Olivia says Twain must invite Mr. McCarthy (over Twain's prejudices) so asks House to give him the enclosed invitation. M.T.

Enjoyed her visit; would love for her (with Ellen) to visit them when the room is finished and invites Violet to stay with them overnight after attending a nearby wedding; Twain unhappy he could not join them on visit at Peekskill.

Points out that Stoddard's "The Brahman's Son" was not borrowed from House's story; suggests he check "Yamarajah" in with the poem line by line. M.T.

Has written the letter, but Olivia does not approve; she says he must consider Lowell's piece of mind and not press the matter at the Authors' Club; comments on women and reason. M.T.

Sympathizing with House in House and Koto's illnesses; says Olivia afraid if he were made House's executor, he might not do it well; suggests Franklin G. Whitmore instead and Twain could aid Whitmore in any way possible. M.T.

Invitation to dine with Henry M. Stanley. S.L.C.

Remembers House had mentioned that would be nice dramatized; has tried it himself unsuccessfully; mentions House could try it for half to two thirds of the proceeds and might enjoy trying it when his pains abate a while; admits he is ashamed to be incapable of being House's executor. M.T.

Has ordered a couple of books to be sent to House; is sending his own attempt at dramatizing it; expects to see him soon. M.T.

Places book orders. S.L.C.

Wishes he could help her but he is not acquainted much with journalism any more; has already written to the two journalists he does know, but they declined the request; glad Stewart is a senator; begs to be remembered to "once-little-girl" he used to know. S.L.C.

Says unspecified article "first appeared in Galaxy magazine between May 1870 and April 1871"; proofs have not come. S.L.C.

Praises Loisette memory system; requests that Davis tell the Garths that the "d'UnLap" part of article ("History of a Campaign that Failed") will not appear in 's war book; mentions John Robards. S.L.C. In PL, Twain praises the Loisette memory system.] (w/env)

Encourages House's plans to write about Japan; looks forward to seeing him soon. M.T.

Says to ship the wheelchair and make own arrangements for the luggage; will cancel an engagement to meet him.

Thanks for a first chance at his autobiography; not sure what publishing prospects now would be but refers him to Charles L. Webster who is in charge of business part of the publishing house. S.L.C.

So glad to get House's French, German and English letter and is trying to answer in kind; they miss him very much and love to Koto.

Says they miss House and Koto; discusses Twain kittens and cat in Elmira.

Discusses House's letters, seeing a manufacturing plant in Elmira burn, Fourth of July celebrations, her activities, and reading Dickens.

Discusses Twain cats and family news.

Discusses neighborhood dogs, her activities, and House's letters; passing mention of House staying with Mrs. Warner and the Yosts.

Appreciates his letters to the children; discusses a letter of his she mislaid, his visiting plans and hiring a new nurse for Jean; looking forward to seeing him and Koto.

Discusses substitute suggested for profanity and news of family and friends.

Discusses House's letter; mentions the Day family , her activities, and family news.

Discusses the cold weather, her grandmother's [ Olivia Lewis Langdon] birthday, photo of Koto and Elize, visiting Mrs. [Clara Spaulding] Stanchfield's baby daughter, creating with Daisy Warner another secret language; wishes Koto and House could stay in Hartford all winter.

Will be leaving Elmira soon; describes her grandmother's party; plans to see play in New York; reports family busy discussing Bacon as Shakespeare; will write Koto soon. AN, in pencil by Edward Howard House, states Susy is answering his letter sent in same mail as one to Mark Twain, which Twain claims he did not receive.

Thanks him for letter of recommendation; has letter of recommendation from Prof. Bra[d]y to Judge North, who knows a lot about fruit and raisins; discusses railroad possibilities.] (w/env)

Agrees to do a reading and states stipulations. S.L.C.

Checking into farm prospects for Samuel E. Moffett in California; discusses fruit crops and farm properties at length.

Re business matters, real estate, and farm.] (w/env)

Mentions expense of living in Fresno; discusses property of Samuel E. Moffett and family business matters.

Turns down invitation to spend time with them in mountains; plans to keep Olivia in Elmira at the farm to get her better. S.L.C.

Discusses House's dental matters and Susy and Clara's doings; hopes House's river "excursion" will be pleasant.

Believes no more bills will be sent but to forward them if they do; plans to ask Chatto's and Dawson's help in securing Canadian copyright for [Philip] Sheridan's book; thought and hoped Chatto would take Tauchnitz's offer. S.L.C.

Discusses the weather, family activities, and what she is reading; mentions Theodore Crane; asks to be remembered to Koto.

Twain has instructed him to tell Bliss he is correct in sending royalty statement and check directly to him; acknowledges receipt for $569.50 check.

Discusses setting a date for Koto's visit to the Clemens family .

Discusses a limited recommendation of a Mr. Wright who is apparently seeking employment from Hall; reports on his discussion with Mr. Wright. S.L.C.] (w/env.)

Thanks for the book; is glad to have the story in permanent form; discusses her sister and Theodore Crane's visit; mentions family matters.

Distressed Koto has been ill; says she should learn to be lazy until she is better; reports brother-in-law Theodore Crane improving slowly; passing mention that Mrs. Cabell is ill at Charles Dudley Warner's home.

Discusses contract with [Abby Sage?] Richardson to dramatize ; says if there was a contract with House, he would try to straighten out the problem; recalls House's initial efforts to dramatize the book, his own lack of interest in the project, and his impression that House had abandoned the project since he did not mention it; had always wished the book to be dramatized and would have preferred House to do it; suggested to Mrs. Richardson that she might get help from him.

Discusses House's claim to have a contract to dramatize and asks for Twain's version of events.

Is obliged to Daly and Miss Rehan; remarks his own status with his children rests not on his own works, but from the fact he knows Miss Rehan and Mr. Drew personally.

Says [Dan] Beard is the artist; would soon as have the article in the November issue (of ) as in the December issue; suggests he talk to [Fred J.] Hall; thinks Beard could skip ahead and make pictures for another part of the book; thinks he will do nice work. M.T.

Has done his best to get it to them in time for November issue; will ask Fred J. Hall to hurry Dan Beard to finish the pictures. S.L.C.

Agrees proof must follow his own punctuation absolutely; asks Hall to instruct Chatto to issue in London December. 6, in Canada December. 8, and in United States December. 10. S.L.C.

Not expecting to be in London this year but might be there anyway; has tried to write things he would like to tell English workingmen but without success; will keep theme in mind and perhaps do it in future. S.L.C.

Expresses bitter opinion of lawyer Whitford retained for a suit by Charles L. Webster & Company; suggests another lawyer if any further lawsuits with Gill. S.L.C.

Will come with a big red apple for him and bring him home; then they will go to 14th street depot to see the locomotive, wheel, and water ball. With grocery list on verso.

Cover letter for 2 monthly statements.

Requests Twain pay memorandum he encloses from Pratt & Whitney Company, which he showed Twain in January in accordance with their agreement.

Reminds him that since he declined to sign a contract, Twain had said he would not lend Paige any more money; is returning bill to Pratt & Whitney Company. ANS at bottom states this letter is copy of reply to Paige's letters of March 18. S.L.C.

Discusses his new and less satisfactory contract for the Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company; is working on new book; says publishing beginning to be profitable but must make $50,000 for the company until January when begins to return dividends. M.T.] (ALS has 1/3 of pg.2 trimmed out and glued to another sheet)

Requests copy of a cookbook be sent to his Berlin address, which he asks they not divulge. S.L.C.

Thanks him for dinner; is seasoning cob pipe in whisky for Lindau's nephew; has lecture engagement in Dresden. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Sends a photograph (not present), taken about eight years ago, of himself; mentions his own rheumatism; will look for photo of Lindau. S.L.C.

Asks Hall to renew his letter of credit which expires January. 7. S.L.C.

Delighted to accept invitation. S.L.C.

Acknowledges receipt of manuscript of fifth article; explains Charles L. Webster & Company cable; sorry Twain has been ill; at bottom, ANS 1892 March 8 Mark Twain says article mentioned above concerns Berlin and is the sixth article; at bottom, second ANS n.d. Mark Twain asks Fred J. Hall to save letter as proof of completion of the McClure contract. S.L.C.

Says she does not need to explain; briefly discusses William Dean Howells ' grief over his daughter Winnie; briefly mentions Thomas Bailey Aldrich's and Oliver Wendell Holmes ' ageing. S.L.C.

Thanks for the books; had hoped to see her before leaving; had called with Olivia and daughters to say goodbye but missed her. S.L.C.

Thanks him for arrival of the rest of and the closing pages of ; plans to start working when settled down in Florence; comments unfavorably on article on Columbus's portrait; Clara has received one trunk but two are lost somewhere. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Agrees with Carey to change "Royston's" name and village's name; suggests Hall contact Carnegie about borrowing money to publish to a thousand sets per month; wants his "Mental Telegraphy" in the book even if something else must be dropped; has received the "St. Nick proposition" to "split payment" and has written "all right" to Hall and [Mary Mapes] Dodge. S.L.C.

Fragment. Good wishes to them all; will have something for them someday, perhaps soon.

Asks to have a copy of a volume with "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" sent to Captain Stormer at Twain's expense. S.L.C.

Requests that recipient put Twain's money in the Mount Morris Bank, including money from royalties until they can see whether recipient can sell Twain's interest in an unspecified business. S.L.C.

Thanks him for letter; cannot answer it but will send the notes, "as August is not far away." S.L.C.] (tipped in , Barrett PS 1311 .A1 1874 copy 5)

Had enjoyed seeing the Shipmans in Europe very much and looks forward to seeing all of them back in Hartford; comments on the joy of meeting friends in Europe; sends regards to Judge [Nathaniel] Shipman; enjoyed Annie Eliot Trumbull's "White Birches"; mentions the Hillyers and Sally Dunham; wishes they (the Clemens) might see the Chicago Fair. With ANS [1893 August 11] Mark Twain to [Mary Robinson Shipman ], says note was "smuggled" into Olivia's letter and jokes she is concerned about tautology in her letter. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Thanks from him and his daughter; sends book of his which is full of statistics and should help correspondent's next edition. S.L.C.

No longer gives prices for his articles because when he did so before, editors said he under priced himself. S.L.C.

Dinner invitation from the Club signed by Laurence Hutton, George Parsons Lathrop, Brander Matthews, Mark Twain (S.L.C. signature), Richard Watson Gilder, Charles Dudley Warner, William Dean Howells, Francis Lathrop, F. D. Millet, William M. Laffan, Joseph Jefferson, H.C. Banner, R. Swain Gifford, Charles Fairchild, Thomas Bailey Aldrich.

Says he has lost his voice and has doctor's orders not to use it; asks Buel to try to postpone next day's lecture. S.L.C.

Promises to come to her play January 10 if he is still in the country; has been in Chicago for 3 days "visiting the ruins." S.L.C.

Re a manuscript by the sister of Edmond Picton.

Offers other investors one-quarter interest in Twain contract with Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company with autograph draft of letter.

Re sale of Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company stock from pools.

Has received two copies from Twain of Paige Compositor contract; will execute and return them to Henry H. Rogers.

Unable to help him since "the whole business is in the hands of creditors"; discusses past problem with a bank, his indebtedness, and Hall's trouble; mentions Franklin G. Whitmore; will see Hall in July. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Reports arrival of manuscript ( ); wants Harper to draft an order requiring the compositor and proof-reader to follow copy exactly; mentions proofreader who tampered with his punctuation in in the manuscript before sending it to the printer; intends to add to manuscript 1200 words, including a three stanza song; thanks for the books; encloses copy of extra material and notes where it should be located in manuscript; not all the came as manuscript was opened at French custom house. S.L.C. With AN signed J. Henry Harper on verso of p. 3 says Mr. Alden sent complete copy of manuscript and difficulty can be resolved if Twain indicates where his manuscript ends.

Acknowledges receipt of $500 check for Mark Twain's account.

Offers him opportunity to bid on the plates on condition terms can be arranged for continuing publication; will transmit offer to Henry H. Rogers who represents Olivia L. Clemens. With typed list of prices of the plates of a dozen Mark Twain books.

About conclusions of four hand-writing analysts and his reaction to their analyses. M.T.

Wishes to see proofs of because he needs to make corrections; if necessary, can make corrections by letter; has been in bed with gout; in postscript offers proposed correction (not present). S.L.C.

Says "Cooper article" is in Paris; if possible he will rewrite it until it suits him and send it on to Bryce. S.L.C.

Asks that Chatto & Windus pay S. Gardner & Company bill and charge to him.

Cover letter for royalty check for Olivia L. Clemens on American Publishing Company Mark Twain books; with autograph annotation adding in account and 2 royalty statements.

Is going on lecture tour to Australia, India, and South Africa; adds the Stanleys and other friends have given him letters of recommendation; requests same from correspondent and especially one to correspondent's brother, whom Twain nearly met before. S.L.C.

Regrets that the Clemens cannot come to dinner because his gout is acting up; if possible, has to see [Mary Dodge] Mapes ' play the next day and expects to be in pain the following day. S.L.C.

Mentions minor correction in proofs (of ) just arrived; will return to America tomorrow. S.L.C.] (w/2 typed transcripts)

First dividend paid to Charles L. Webster & Company's creditors; discusses purchase of plates of Mark Twain.

About the offer by Olivia L. Clemens to buy the plates for Mark Twain's books.

Offers terms between Harper & Brothers and Twain for new uniform edition of Twain's books which he has or may get under his control, calculating royalties depending on new plates or plates supplied by Twain. With unsigned memo [May 1895] stating Twain's interpretation of the proposal.

In bed with gout and a large boil and cannot write. S.L.C.

Not able to talk business yet; discusses magazine offers and difficulty writing for magazines; "still in bed with carbuncle." S.L.C. Mounted on card with photograph of Twain in bed.

Thanks him "for the pleasant attention of giving me the front seat"; describes how he got his own autograph collection as a result of an April Fool's joke played on him by George Washington Cable. S.L.C.

Sorry he will not be able to visit Britain in winter because he is leaving for the Pacific and Australia; will be lecturing in India and South Africa. S.L.C.

Contract accompanying this letter fine to him but adds he is not an expert in such contracts.] (with TDS 1895 May 23 Contract between Olivia L. Clemens and Harper & Brothers to publish a uniform edition of Mark Twain's works)

Cover letter for payment for account for Mark Twain's , Books I, II, III and ; mentions that check for "Mental Telegraphy Again" had already been sent to Olivia L. Clemens through Rogers.

George Rives, their attorney, suggests changes in wording of their contract with Olivia L. Clemens; after consultations with Bainbridge Colby, willing to leave wording stand.

Agrees readily to wording changes in Harper & Brothers contract if all parties agree with interpretation of clause.

Relaying message of love and good wishes from Mark Twain whom he saw on ship.

Discusses publishing contracts Rogers is handling for the Clemenses with Harper & Brothers and American Publishing Company; Mayo has sent check for which is finally doing well. Enclosed are copies of the following: TL 1894 [March 4] Mark Twain to Henry H. Rogers re: 20 shares Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company stock to be delivered to Bram Stoker and TL 1894 [March 4] Henry H. Rogers to Henry Irving receipt for 10 shares Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company stock.

Thanks them for gift of two books and a poem of Mrs. Aklom's; comments that Mrs. Aklom writes better poetry than he does; adds Mr. [R. S.] Smythe ill and can not tell when they will leave. S.L.C.

Thanks him for kindnesses; postponing departure because Clara and Mr. [R. S.] Smythe ill; hopes to see them again sometime. S.L.C.

Needs to see the Blisses before proceeding with Harper & Brothers scheme; mentions General Langdon and his discussion with "Payn of the bank"; discusses at length the proposal of engaging John Warner of Abbey, Schoeffel & Grau as Twain's manager; discusses Twain's health and family news.

Discusses Twain uniform edition with Harper & Brothers; mention in passing Frank Mayo's death and American Publishing Company; describes a letter of solicitation from a Abbie G. Bates, a copy of which is enclosed.

Comments on continuing negotiations between Harper & Brothers and American Publishing Company; mentions Joseph Twitchell writing sketch on Twain.

Re proposal for publishing uniform edition of Mark Twain works, including list of works to be published, and discussion of reciprocal agreement with American Publishing Company, to print books for which they and Harper & Brothers hold previous publishing agreements and use of Charles L. Webster & Company plates.

Discusses his negotiations with Harper & Brothers and American Publishing Company re uniform edition; is on trip to oilfields in Kansas, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Virginia; has received royalty check from Frank Mayo; discusses debt settlements of Charles L. Webster & Company; mentions Colby free to do Twain work.

Discusses proposed series of volumes to be called ; lists works possibly to be included; requests to publish a volume of his essays, list enclosed, per Brander Matthews ' suggestion; includes royalty suggestion.

Comments on business trip to "oil regions of the South and West"; comments on negotiations between Harper & Brothers and Frank E. Bliss and subsequent proposals for uniform and trade editions; thinks Twain's books "on the boom" and wants to get new editions out; mentions Charles L. Webster & Company news and news of family and friends.

Harper & Brothers ' dramatic share too high; suggests a 1/4 or 1/5.

Dictated. Discusses his wedding, honeymoon, age, and wealth, Charles L. Webster & Company's affairs, negotiations with Frank E. Bliss and American Publishing Company re uniform edition, the dramatization of , the death of Frank Mayo and Mayo's depiction of Pudd'nhead Wilson.

Sends copy of Harper & Brothers letter concerning [Augustin] Daly's proposed dramatization of and the division of profits.

Re publication of , concerning payments, ownership of or royalties from plates; editions printed from plates to bear correct authorization, and publishing and retail terms; and this proposal to be extended to other books. (2 copies differently worded)

Re agreement between Harper & Brothers and American Publishing Company for use of Charles L. Webster plates and proposed future editions; comments on what he thinks this agreement means, and possibility of new contract with American Publishing Company with new royalty agreements. Very faint Rogers' signature. With draft, with A notes, for proposal for publishing Twain books in uniform editions, including possible new book ( ) and typed agreement with American Publishing Company re uniform edition and publication for .

Re proposals for new contract with Olivia L. Clemens concerning destruction of old contracts, new profit division, uniform edition to be issued and sold by American Publishing Company in agreement with Harper & Brothers; exclusive agreement with and proposed payment and publishing terms for Mark Twain's proposed book on journey around world ( ) and profit guarantees.

Re sale of dramatization after Frank Mayo's death and disagreement with heirs of Mayo's estate; notes newspaper notice of Olivia's loss of her daughter.

Requests two proofs of the Max O'Rell article; asks where to send a rent check; mentions Walter Besout review of notice. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Encloses house rent check for first 6 months; gives Mr. Garth's address; requests that they respond to inquiries that he will not lecture again. S.L.C.

Thanks him and Mary Mantz Moffett for their kindness to his daughter; advises Moffett not to leave until sure of something better; says he must be vigilant over his expenses even if McKinley elected.

Discusses small amount spent on Christmas presents for Sam and "Mamie" ( Mary Mantz Moffett ) and a family misunderstanding; likes "the new mechanical arrangement in your Editorial columns."

Proposed new book to be only sold on subscription until after day of delivery to subscribes; and uniform edition to be sold by subscription only; suggests uniform edition will be ready in eighteen months because of need of new pictures and sale conditions.

Suggests when Mark Twain contracts for a new publication that he reserves right for American Publishing Company to publish new work in uniform edition, which will keep costs and profits up.

Thanks him for Christmas book and cards of "Sammy's"; visited Clara Dana for a card party and mentions other guests; inquires after his children.

Thanks for invitation but declines since his bereavement is too recent. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Thanks him for the flowers; mentions Mark Twain will be very happy to meet correspondent's sons tomorrow.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Thanks him for copy of .] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Busy at work on his book ( ); asks MacAlister to come see him instead; adds he would be too moved at seeing Miss Corelli whom he had last met with Susy. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Will not make any more engagements; has gone to work again because his departure was delayed; will dine will Mohavly Bell; says Spurgeon will enjoy hearing Max O'Rell. S.L.C.

Will come to dine with him soon; says Olivia is somewhat ill; has decided to add South Africa to his book ( ), although book is almost done; expects to finish in 10 days. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Discusses need to make plans to advertise Mark Twain and complete set of Twain's works; offers to help with new book in any way.

Declines work on Mark Twain's book because of his present work load.

Had not thought he would write Mrs. Glover that Mr. Smith is "repairing the yard"; thanks him for kindness when she was in New York; enjoyed "Under the Red Robe" and the Aquarium very much.

Accepts dinner invitation. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Cover letter for receipts; sorry to hear Mamie ( Mary Mantz Moffett ) not well; asks whether Cheney has reported to Sam.

Inquires if carriage has room for his daughters; if so, they would be useful to him in noticing details. S.L.C.

Asks him to come down promptly to see if they can repair "damage which your cablegram has done me." S.L.C.

Has more manuscript ( ) ready ; requests that the typewritten part be sent to Henry H. Rogers. S.L.C.

Note states corrected proofs of are to be sent to Mr. Bliss with mentions of variations between English and American editions with list of omissions in Chatto & Windus's copy.

Note concerns "renewal ad" for placed in an agricultural paper.

Writing for Mark Twain who is very busy; he had waited for MacAlister but missed him; invites him to visit.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Declines to meet him at the Savage Club, which would be too social for him; says he is pressed for time and is working hard on a contract and with his American publisher. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Sorry to have missed him; discusses ambivalence about missing a chance for a £10,000 lecture; mentions his and Olivia's comfort from reading ; advises MacAlister to get some rest; remember him to Mrs. Kelly. S.L.C.] (w/mourning env)

Complains strongly about printers and proofreaders correcting his punctuation; refers to proofs he is correcting. S.L.C.

Henry H. Rogers has the $10,000 from Frank E. Bliss, who has the balance of the manuscript ( ). At bottom, ANS [1897 July 30] Mark Twain to Chatto & Windus states manuscript to be sent directly to Bliss and will not need to see manuscript if printers follow it exactly. S.L.C.

Cover letter for a drawing for one of Mark Twain's books [unspecified].

Apologizes for mislaying his letter; mentions that Clara and Olivia respond to most of his correspondence when he is writing; will answer other mislaid letter; appreciates underwear he bought in London; is working on five books alternately and will finish the books one each every twelvemonth but will not publish two in his lifetime; hopes to meet him in Vienna; unable to join him on trip but will enjoy his book about it instead. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery) (attached to large card)

Encloses statement of final settlement of the claims of creditors of Charles L. Webster & Company; with list of creditors and amount of claims.

Has made corrections but asks that "Autobiography", "Eye Openers", and "Screamers" be deleted; he put "Autobiography" out of print years before by destroying the plates; the other two he did not write; mentions now in press in England and America. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Hopes he is recuperating and sends best wishes to Mrs. Kelly; discusses English pronunciation of word "trait." S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Thanks for the cigars; mentions terrible August anniversaries concerned with Susy's death; leaving for Vienna September 19; sends regards to Mrs. Skrine. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Knows Cleg and will welcome him; sends him new address; sketches out some story ideas; invites him to visit in Vienna. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Gives address for his mail but asks they not give the address away; all well but he has gout. S.L.C.

Thanks for invitation to his wife and daughters but they will be unable to come. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Fragment. Praises artist on his composite photograph of Twain. M.T.

Facetious commentary on a composite picture of a black man and boy driving a cart with a picture of Twain on a chair imposed on cart. M.T. With photograph.

Sends him two of his maxims. S.L.C.

Glad to hear he is in Vienna; invites the Skrines to visit and dine with them.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Mailed the enclosed (not present) to Bliss; suggests methods of sending the item by cable; plans to attend session of the [Austrian] Parliament; includes text of cable sent to Bliss. S.L.C.

Clarification of organization of list of creditors sent in letter of 1897 September 1 Bainbridge Colby to Henry H. Rogers.

Discusses family news, real estate holdings, and finances.

Requests payment for work he is sending under separate cover.

Has sent article to , which requested the article before White; feels reporting Kasimir Badeni's resignation not worth the effort as it is a foregone conclusion; adds White's other request was merely a matter for reporters; sorry White's request did not come earlier. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Encloses list of creditors' addresses not in Sept [1897] report and further clarifications; with enclosed list of creditor's addresses and list of sixteen creditors represented by Parker & Scudder.

Cover letter for Harper & Brothers ' check for $2815.48 royalty payment sent to Henry H. Rogers at Olivia L. Clemens ' request.

Cover letter for gifts for the Tower children's stockings.] (mourning stationery)

Cover note for some changes for Chatto & Windus to put on one of the front fly leaves. S.L.C.

Requests more time for corrections and wishes to post something tomorrow if possible. S.L.C.

Came across letter "with scores of others similar" and sends it to Pamela; suggests she do as she thinks best about the land; mentions Orion Clemens never said anything to Samuel after "this letter" about the land.

Thanks him for Mark Twain's latest books and glad to see picture of Moffett and Twain; discusses attempts to rent or sell Moffett's Berkeley real estate; encloses check for Moffett's mother and best wishes for New Year; mentions family news.

Thanks him on behalf of Mark Twain for the note; Twain was sorry that White's request for article on "the Reichrath's affair" came too late.] (mourning stationery)

Mark Twain requests a confidential cable be sent to Samuel E. Moffett; says cabling from Vienna more expensive than from London; requests price of cable.] (mourning paper)

Thanks him for review of Mark Twain's book ( ); is doing most of Twain's correspondence because Twain is busy working on writing projects; sends regards to family.] (w/env)

Quotes letter she has received from Joseph L. Sheridan answering her request for names of lawyers; lawyer says she can receive the appraised value of the estate from the Hazelwood County clerk; asks him if she should write or would he rather do so.

Requests him not to print the "Comedy" because it would hurt the copyright in England and America; comments on hard work of editing it. M.T.

Encloses a package of manuscripts for her brother to read and return at least part of them; asked "Syd" to write one of the lawyers; thinks unless he can get better terms they had better sign this contract.

Bemoans fact that Chatto & Windus declined his proposed Dreyfus book; had not occurred to him that he could have the translating and researching done by Harper & Brothers ' house in London. S.L.C.

The of Philadelphia never received anything on Charles L. Webster & Company account but 2 checks totalling $12.90; asks for when and to whom checks were sent.

Discusses corrections to be made to the "Afrikander paragraph" in and ways of keeping the paragraph in the book; requests copies of ; suggests Bliss make postcards, not calendar, of maxims from ; asks if Chatto & Windus may want to do this as well. S.L.C.

Mentions great appreciation for MacAlister saying in the that Twain has worked himself out of debt; thanks him for all his past kindnesses in his time of trouble; mentions that he has regained his self-respect and is cheerful except when he thinks of Susy. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Asks him about anti-Semitism in Austria and in events described by Twain in the article, "Stirring times in Austria"; with corrections by Twain in preparation for publication in article "Concerning the Jews."

Re addresses and information she requested.

Will send him the books for Her Royal Highness; comments on the bindings of the books; enjoyed correspondent's brother Rudolf's visits very much. M.T.] (mourning stationery)

Royalty check sent to Olivia L. Clemens for $1861.68 (through December.31, 1897).

Thanks correspondent for offer to ship his books; has forgotten artist's address but gives address of the owner of the picture, who permitted the use of the picture for a post card. S.L.C.

Will send him 2 pictures (oils) which are now nearly dry enough to send.

Has read carefully and finds plenty of subjects for good illustrations; encloses list [not present] of possible subjects; suggests full page drawings for illustrations; comments on "the inquest scene" not humorous but interesting; describes possible illustration of Mark Twain on bucking bronco; offers to meet and discuss ideas; notes his change of address.

Cover letter for enclosed three "Satisfaction of Judgement" claims June 4 1895 from New York Supreme Court in Barrow versus Clemens actions for George Barrow, Elizabeth Barrow, and Rebecca Barrow. With three receipts from Elizabeth, George, and Rebecca Barrow, dated 1898 July 9.

Has written several stories in past year, but which are inappropriate for Bok's family magazine; offers him "My Platonic Sweetheart" for a thousand dollars; if he does not want it, requests he mail it to Henry H. Rogers; says he found a misplaced letter he thought he sent explaining why Mrs. Selfridge has misunderstood him. S.L.C.

Has written large part of his but only works on it occasionally; feels it is too early to publish it, except as an occasional single chapter and it is inappropriate for a magazine; says editing for a book is different than for a magazine; Olivia edited and approved "My debut as a literary person" and suggested Bok use this article instead of "My platonic sweetheart" but he realized that Bok would need to edit it further and so did not mail it. S.L.C.

Declines lecture invitation; will only lecture once in the next year; when younger, had no distaste for lecturing, but now finds it difficult. M.T.

Acknowledges letter accepting his proposal to write Mark Twain biographical criticism for $300; first paragraph will be ready when he sees Bliss; would like any biographical material available, copyright dates of Twain books, and a set of Twain books published by Bliss; already has the full Harper set.

Cover letter for his introduction for Mark Twain's works; asks to see two sets of galley proofs so that a Columbia colleague may also check it; asks for check at Bliss's convenience.

Fragment. Says heading should be "From the London Times of 1904", which he thought of after mailing manuscript. S.L.C.] (mourning paper)

Acknowledges receipt of proofs of his Mark Twain article and check; discussion of best position for his introduction in the books.

"No, that isn't any matter." S.L.C.

Gives train schedule and proposed itinerary for his visit. S.L.C.] (mourning paper)

Has been ill with the flu which settled in his eyes and delayed finishing of the drawings (for Mark Twain book); has three drawings nearly finished and will start on the fourth soon.

Discusses Mark Twain and Olivia, who hope to be home next year; they received very kindly Dr. Lapsley, who had a letter of recommendation from Mollie Clemens; comments that Twain's poem about Susy was great comfort to her on Orion's death; mentions family news and that she is taking in boarders.] (mourning paper)

Twain writes concerning English copyright law

Praises Brander Matthews ' introductory essay. S.L.C.

Came to Mrs. Couche's Thursday and wrote Moffett at home, but has had no reply; hopes no one is ill; at Piermont but does not know how to reach him; hopes all are well and does not want to be any trouble to them.

Suggests Mark Twain's play "Is He Dead?" would fare better if revised by a dramatist.

Is returning Mark Twain play manuscript because it is not promising; would like other manuscript when Bill Harris returns it. "In Purgatory" written across letter.

Hopes they will be back soon; expresses sorrow at passing of friends; wonders who the new American representative will be and speculates he is not rich; Olivia fairly well and managing business end of their affairs. M.T.

Comments on three plays by Mark Twain; not able to place "Bartel Turaser"; "In Purgatory" is in hands of William Harris who promises a decision soon; "Is he dead?" best of three; reluctant to return plays yet, may be able to place them. Refers to 1899 February. 2 Klaw & Erlanger to Alf Hayman.

If they were going to stay in London, he would gladly accept Skrine's offer; will refer anyone looking for a house to Skrine; likes the hotel they are staying in. S.L.C.

Requests he not mention Twain's scheme for a postal check. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Asks for circular on the new uniform edition of Mark Twain works; will be lecturing on Twain at Yale and would like to comment on this edition; his college class reads in May.

Olivia wants Samuel E. Moffett of the to write Twain biographical sketch from "these notes" and would like to check it before printing. S.L.C.

Has signed half of Mark Twain sheets and will ship by Adams Express, the other half to be sent next week.

Is sending the rest of signed Mark Twain prefaces.

Unhappy that his bill not yet paid, but Bliss may remove signed proofs from his studio all the same.

The papers "duly executed" are enclosed. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery calling card)

Explains he ordered for his class but the Yale Co-op bought copies from a jobber elsewhere.

Thanks him for telegram; leaving for London to place daughter with Madam Marchesi for singing lessons; has said he is going to London for own business so that present teacher will not know until new engagement complete; asks for help in finding hotel in London and asks about Morley's Hotel in particular; details desired accommodations. S.L.C.

Dictated. Enclosing sketch (not present) Mark Twain wants Moffett to rewrite; is not sure where he'll put it in the new edition; requests he do it at the earliest convenience.

Discusses London hotel reservations Spalding is getting for Clemens family ; mentions he had asked Emperor for an audience; discusses travel plans and accommodation needs. S.L.C.

Announces temporary change of address; has been unable to find Mrs. Spaulding's address; is staying at Broadstairs on orders from Clara's doctor; keeps quarters at the Prince of Wales Hotel; requests they not make addresses public (AN on env). S.L.C.] (w/env)

Has longtime commitment for a maxim calendar; would not object if she uses another work for a calendar; does not think that Harper & Brothers or American Publishing Company would object; likes the silhouette and would not mind her using it; eager to return to America before next winter's snow begins. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Unable to attend meeting on 29th because of previous engagement; sympathizes with the cause. S.L.C. With AN at top in other hand: "From Mark Twain on W.S. meeting."

Promises to look in on correspondent before leaving town. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Thanks "authors" for honor they have offered him; regrets he will be leaving shortly and will not be in London for awhile so he cannot take advantage of it. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Glad Mark Twain pleased with sketch; had not set it in type yet because he was waiting for Twain's approval; requests he make a change in the copy to see if the correction is better than the original.

Has arrived in London and may stay until spring so that Jean can continue treatment; will complete application for copyright; Olivia acknowledges receipt of check; inquires what Harper & Brothers has to do with his English editors; let him know if Harper & Brothers does not object to Bliss using the "Jew article" ("Concerning the Jews") and will not stop him from adding a volume of short works to uniform edition; would prefer to give volume to McClure, which is really Harper & Brothers; suggests Bliss, if he needs to, go through McClure to get a concession from Harpers; expects no trouble though from Harper & Brothers. S.L.C.

Declines invitation to the Savage Club because he plans to keep out of newspapers for six months; would like to visit him and his family at home; says he is ready to start writing. Signed S.L.C.] (w/env)

Praises book on Major Noah; has not read beyond answer to ; hopes to use facts furnished by correspondent; says he knew Major Noah's eldest son in San Francisco; gives London address as Chatto & Windus. S.L.C.

Understands now; had been deceived by Smythe's line; cannot lecture and does not expect to be on lecture platform again since he dislikes it. S.L.C.

Glad to hear news of Mrs. Tatlock's health; is house hunting. S.L.C.

Had the set of Mark Twain works here all the time but thought they were the sheets; thinks the page on a bit crowded but feels it doesn't matter; will sign sheets this week.

Thanks him for another book; still is comforted by ; enjoyed visit with him; says Twain cannot remember the publishing story MacAlister referred to.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Discusses whether Lord Leighton used the Kellgren massage system; asks for confirmation. M.T.] (w/env)

Declines dinner invitation since many journalists would be present. S.L.C.

Christmas and New Year's wishes to the MacAlisters.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Answers her question on his books.] (mourning stationery)

Suggests canvassing in Ashland, Kentucky, would result in many sales in individual books and uniform sets of Mark Twain works.] (mourning stationery)

Speculation that Bovril might be the best customer for Plasmon. S.L.C.] (w/mourning env)

Discusses his investment in Plasmon and Plasmon matters; would like a theater box; has declined an invitation from the Liberal Club; wants to have the publisher do the proof-reading; suggests title for new book; admits he was fooled by the "Greek" origin of story. M.T.] (w/mourning env)

Discusses the way Bovril is obtained and his estimates of the cost to the company; thinks Bovril syndicate is not making a profit; adds Tatlock coming from Berlin in a week.] (w/env)

Unable to write for Whitney because his writing is now committed for the next year or two. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Asks him to send Heimberg to Lord George Hamilton's closest friend with suggestion of Plasmon for relieving famine in India at lower bulk and cost than millet. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Discusses editing his two volume book and securing the British copyright; mentions Harper & Brothers sending him prints of illustrations for the book. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Has not heard from Tatlock but if Butlers' offer is accepted he will help. S.L.C.

Asks for packages of Plasmon and Virchow's pamphlets for distribution; visited House of Commons. S.L.C.

Will try to bring money to him. S.L.C.

Unable to say when he will be free from "mortgage upon my possible work" and so cannot make any promises. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Marked private. Says Jean's illness has been diagnosed as epilepsy; has told only two other people, Dr. Helmar and Susan Crane; she is under treatment of Heinrich Kellgren; wishes Moffett to interview Dr. Helmar and sends a list of questions (not present) to ask; wants him to take notes on interview using fictitious names; says Kellgren has promised to cure Jean; depends on Moffet to get all the information he can on and from Helmar. S.L.C.

Would be delighted to visit her with Olivia, but the girls will be unable to come because of their studies; inquires for convenient date for visit. S.L.C.

Re two clauses to be added to dramatization contract; with copy of contract and carbon copy.

Thanks him for box at Prince of Wales Theater; looking forward to seeing Mr. Harvey in the plays there; says Bram Stoker will send them tickets for the Lyceum; reports that Mark Twain has gone to Oxford; best wishes to his wife and ill son.] (mourning stationery)

Thanks for the box; reports Olivia has gout and inquires what she should do since she disobeys her doctors. M.T.] (w/mourning env)

Thanks him for tablets sent to her; hopes he is getting better himself; regards to his parents.] (mourning stationery)

Says he is enclosing letter Bram Stoker's letter expressing his opinion on the hypothetical play; since Penley has not submitted his offer, suggests that he go with Cyril Maude. At bottom of letter, AN 1900 June 29 from Mark Twain agrees with MacAlister and returning Bram Stoker's letter to him as requested. M.T.

Knows nothing about Dow machine; advises him to get full information before investing; accepts dinner invitation.

Declines invitation; says family moving and he has a prior engagement. S.L.C.

Sends regrets. S.L.C.

Re his health. S.L.C.

Unable to visit because he had to call on widow of someone who had died suddenly.

Declines offer because of family's day of mourning for Susy. With AN on envelope inviting MacAlister to visit. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Requests him to check spelling on ship names. No signature.] (w/mourning env)

Thanks for a complimentary review he had written; packing for move back to America; compares removals and funerals and is tired of attending them. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Cannot write for Lloyds Christmas number because his contracts debar him; wants the MacAlisters to visit them; discusses an aphorism on intolerance. M.T.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Invites him and family for dinner Monday as the Clemenses are moving; asks him to safe-guard a play and typed manuscript; wants MacAlister to represent him in some financial matters. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Asks MacAlister to represent him in some financial matters; will be sailing for America October 6. S.L.C.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Says he is using all his influence with God on MacAlister's behalf. M.T.] (w/env)

Discusses London hotels with humorous specific complaints and exaggeration; plans to sail on "The Minnehaha" on Saturday.

Says goodbye with warm thanks and good wishes to the MacAlisters.] (w/env)

Reports no seasickness except for the maid, whom they treated with Plasmon; notes that Plasmon given to ill patient by ship's surgeon; discusses Plasmon business. M.T.] (w/env)

Discusses the Plasmon company in America and in England; says Henry H. Rogers agrees with him; says Dr. Cook very capable; thinks they have a furnished house for a year. M.T.] (w/env)

Asks for London and Berlin reports; says Plasmon factory will be on famous Briar Cliff dairy farm. Written on printed testimonial for Plasmon. M.T.

Agrees to December 4 for Aldine [Club], with no reporters present. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Regrets he will be unable to attend "festival" and pay tribute to Mark Twain; praises Twain highly.

Confirms verbal agreements of exclusive serial rights to Twain's articles and exclusive publishing rights to any books for a one year period and details of royalty payments and advertising agreements until January 1 1902.

Discusses royalty payments for a dramatization of as suggested by [Charles] Frohman; offer comparable to agreement; fee would be split between Twain and dramatizer; has suggested Twain get a percentage of gross receipts. On verso, ALS [1900] November 16 Mark Twain to Henry H. Rogers asks him to look over offer, says he will sign it, and questions possibility of time limit on dramatization but not on dramatization. S.L.C.

In German. Hears he is home already; asks if it is suitable to visit right away. M.T.

Apologizes for ignoring registered letter; discusses Plasmon and its financing; says he has been sick in bed; will be giving his last lecture for the season on December. 12. M.T.] (w/env)

Thanks him very much for book; says he has replied to thirty-eight other letters today and this is the first one he has enjoyed writing. M.T.] (morning stationery)

Thanks her for example of "Filipino" workmanship; has not seen either Mr. Bass or Mr. Patterson. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Thanks him and "the Committee" for their invitation but is unable to accept. S.L.C.

Has received check from MacAlister; compliments him on business success; reports he is very busy with letters and speeches; says they are very lucky to have their large house; fumes about war in Philippines; encloses newspaper clipping (present). M.T.

Wishes to locate heirs of Dr. John Clemens, Jr., a nephew of Twain's father. In AN at bottom, Twain asks Samuel E. Moffett to respond if he wishes. S.L.C.

Re Pratt & Whitney Company claim of debt owed for Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company; had supposed account had been closed; will check contract if Mark Twain would like; will send notices of Twain articles in if wanted; enclosing some letters. In AN to Henry H. Rogers, Twain says he sent Pratt & Whitney Company letter back to Pratt & Whitney; haven't heard from them.

Believes he is not able to answer part of Gates's speech and adds that the last paragraph of speech accurate picture of country. S.L.C.

Says "The Alonzo Child" was the last steamboat he served on and that the boat later went into Confederate service; returned home on the "A.T. Lacey," missing the Memphis blockade by only a couple hours. S.L.C.

Discusses a sculptor's name he does not recognize; sorry he missed Langdon's call; says Olivia and Clara are in D.C. S.L.C.

About autographing volumes for Churchill. M.T.

Appreciates his pleasant words; believes things he has been saying are in the hearts of the nation's intelligent men but does not expect them to speak out publicly except when in the majority. S.L.C.

Afraid Croker may not be dethroned; permits use of German chapter in his Annual but Stead will still need Chatto's permission. S.L.C.

Regretfully declines invitation. S.L.C.

Thanks for newspaper clippings; remarks on advantage of knowing what the pulpit thinks of him. S.L.C.

If they had heard from him in time, they would gladly have stayed with him. S.L.C.

Thanks for appreciation of his books and his expression of outspoken support and approval for Mark Twain's "Red Cross" blast. S.L.C.

Thanks for sending "those proofs" which he found instructive and entertaining. S.L.C.

The is wrong and is correct that he was born in Florida, Missouri. S.L.C.

Re street sprinkling tax. Initialed

Requests him to send several pounds of unspecified food to Katherine I. Harrison, who will eat part and distribute the rest to friends; will come soon. S.L.C.

Requests that Twain pay debt for work done on Paige Compositor.

Re Pratt & Whitney Company bill.

Cover note for itemized bill of their account against Mark Twain

Giving note of introduction to Col. Harvey, president of Harper & Brothers; invited to cross by both Harvey and Rogers, with whom he would prefer to go, but cannot get away. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Pleased with poem ["The White Man's Burden"]; thanks him for book; will be coming to consult "the bound Century." M.T.

Encloses duplicate invoice re Mark Twain's outstanding account with Pratt & Whitney Company; with 2 duplicate invoices and worksheet detailing labor hours billed.

Says family, now in better health, enjoyed hearing from him; has not been working because of "too much speech-making"; has been criticizing American missionaries in China and is in trouble with the clergy and others; has been looking for summer house in Adirondacks; recounts anecdote about Emperor Wilhelm and Lindau; apologizes for dictating the letter but has too much correspondence to do otherwise. S.L.C.

Suggests he visit America; discusses Plasmon's successes; glad that they were not bought out by the Plasmon Syndicate; wishes to be remembered to the Bergheims. S.L.C.

Thanks him for sermon; will be meeting with a group of clergymen and says correspondent has supplied text for his talk: "the inability of the clerical profession to either quote correctly or even speak the truth off-hand." S.L.C.

Re account settlement with Pratt & Whitney Company.

Re interest charged to Charles L. Webster & Company by Mount Morris Bank by former bank managers. Enclosed copy (TL) of L. M. Schwan to John E. Borne re Webster business with Mount Morris Bank with copies of Webster accounts at the Mount Morris Bank.

Re settlement for Mark Twain's account with Pratt & Whitney Company.

Re Mark Twain's account with Pratt & Whitney Company.

Results of his research into Twain's Pratt & Whitney Company account and his recollections of the matter.

Cover note for business material. S.L.C.] (on 1/2 envelope [Franklin G.] Whitmore to Mark Twain )

Has no desire to be president; sends regrets to her mother that they are unable to accept her invitation but they are packing for the summer move. S.L.C.

Asks his personal attention to Pratt & Whitney Company claim.

Enjoyed his book, which took him back 50 years; encloses scheme for "drawing 'signed' ogres" (not present); thinks Aldrich may want to try it. S.L.C.

Mark Twain will pay his share of the expenses of going to Tennessee and wishes him luck; enjoying stay in the mountains.] (w/mourning envelope) (mourning stationery)

Discusses Plasmon; mentions he is following Henry H. Rogers ' advice on other investments; has been writing for pleasure; refused offer to write for a magazine; has returned from yatching trip with Henry H. Rogers; is renting a large house in Ampersand; reports details of publishing contracts for new editions of his books. M.T.] (w/mourning env)

Says Mr. Dodge gave him a lift up the hill and promised to visit soon; hopes to have friendly neighbors because he and Olivia like company; will read Stedman's poem and hopes to see him soon. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Fascinated by project but decided against it because of possible misinterpretation. S.L.C.

Thought her daughter had written him before; says Mark Twain is refusing requests for interviews because he feels everything of interest has been said about his life already.] (mourning stationery)

Requests that Clara's maid, bearer of this letter, be allowed to unpack Clara's trunk for her. M.T. and S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Asks if he should send a picture of "a picture of "a proud and haughty Russian" ( Ossip Gabrilowitsch ); hopes she will be well soon from measles; AN at bottom asks [Susan Crane] to read letter to Clara.

Asks if she would help recover a ring from the theater at which "A Gentleman of France" matineed; says Olivia lost the ring there but got no response from the box office; was not able to get away to see her in person to make request. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Discusses selling his Plasmon stock; named a director of the American Plasmon Company; setting off to meet Henry H. Rogers in Miami for West Indies cruise. M.T.] (w/env)

Comments nothing objectionable in unspecified forthcoming article; undecided on summer plans; if staying in America, will travel to Missouri to accept honorary degree from University of Missouri. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Mark Twain does not have old photographs to send per correspondent's request but is sending an autographed photograph and hopes it will do.

Regrets he cannot accept invitation to speak but because of Olivia's precarious state of health he is not making out of town engagements; complains about the Postal system. S.L.C.] (mounted on card)

Hopes to move Olivia, who is now improving, to Elmira soon; wishes to be elected a Plasmon director at New York meeting in October.; sympathizes with him in his illness; offers remedy; relates how others took remedy only when he charged for it; "the human race is just a fool"; discusses his agreements with for articles and payment; has a finished article for which he send also to ; if MacAlister does sell it to , please use the money to buy passage to America; will send it if Jean types it. M.T.] (w/env)

Asks he put aside "Amended Obituaries" for now; has withdrawn it from also; reports that Olivia gravely ill with heart disease. M.T.

Apologizes for his presumption in his two previous letters; wishes to obtain a copy of and would appreciate any help.

Wishes he could but is barred by existing contracts. S.L.C.

Gives permission to publish "Amended Obituaries" article; says Olivia is feeling much better; reports that her heart problem apparently disappeared but has nervous prostration; describes her condition and dependence on Clara and a trained nurse; adds that there will be a birthday banquet for him in New York in November. M.T.] (w/env)

Declines invitation because he has too much work. S.L.C.

Bok may wait awhile since he is not considering breaking with but if he should be willing "to talk Christmas story" with Bok. S.L.C. in other hand

Discusses book he is writing on Christian Science; "chief writer of the cult" wants to write rejoinder and have it in book; Twain does not object; book will be out in end of March or mid April; request proofs from Harper & Brothers; says Olivia a little better. S.L.C.

Draft for telegram re John T. Lewis's retirement; AN in corner says telegram not sent for lack of gravity. S.L.C.

Comments that the uncorrected proof sent him has cost him four hours work, three hours more than a corrected proof would have required; requests larger margins on proofs for corrections; will try to make report resemble a speech he has forgotten. S.L.C.

Bliss can send advance; Henry H. Rogers says Bliss has nothing to fear from Harper & Brothers and that Bliss can come to him for help; Olivia and Jean doing well. S.L.C.

Responds to criticisms that his short story implied that lying was excusable under some circumstances by relating an incident in which his bedridden wife was not told about the critical illness of a daughter. The letter is accompanied by tear sheets of the story from and an obituary for Jean Clemens.

Fragment. Tells him to put in his conclusion to .

Request to transfer half of his Plasmon Founders Shares to John Young Walker MacAlister. Witnessed and signed by Olivia L. Clemens. (Originally enclosed in ALS 1903 April 7 and May 8 Mark Twain to John Young Walker MacAlister ) S.L.C.

Glad to receive his letter; recounts how he mistakenly thought they had over-spent the family budget and what a shock this mistake gave him; reports Olivia is still very ill and is treated very delicately; plans to take her to Italy on doctors' orders; apologizes for not sending letter; has been very sick for a month; says he met with the Bergheims; is transferring shares to MacAlister; thanks him for past generosity; authorizations enclosed; reports on Henry H. Rogers, who has appendicitis; says Jean has measles and Olivia improving. M.T.] (w/env)

Proposes to publish set of Mark Twain books from new plates with no restrictions on other editions of his books, save minimum price; offers royalty terms, a guaranteed payment, and option to buy back the plates.

Discusses negotiations with American Publishing Company to market Hillcrest edition sets, disposal of old single editions, and Twain payment to American Publishing Company upon signing of contract; discusses negotiation with Collier's to sell sets by subscription and Harper & Brothers ' to sell to trade; mentions business discussion with Frederick A. Duneka; enjoyed visit with Rogers. "Billy's friend Dr. Rice"

Discusses various proposals re sale of Hillcrest edition, uniform sets, agreements with Harper & Brothers and Mr. Collier, sale of plates to Twain, proposed Collier edition, contract with American Publishing Company and Olivia L. Clemens, royalties and other business matters.

Report on Peter F. Collier and Robert J. Collier and their business; with autograph cover note from F. N. Doubleday; with Bradstreets "stamp" on back, addressed to Double & Page, August. 11, 1903.

Bok will need to come to Quarry Farm for photographs since he will be there for next six weeks. S.L.C.

Pictures of the Clemens' longtime summer house are finished; will sail for Italy in October; encloses brief explanations for the pictures (not present). S.L.C.

Asks he edit out words (in photograph captions) which state John T. Lewis had been a slave before the war because he had not been; requests chance for Olivia to edit captions before publication. S.L.C.

Proposal to maximize profits from publication of editions of Mark Twain books.

Sends inventory of stock of old editions of Mark Twain, with autograph note stating number recently bound.

Likes Marr's photographs very much; requests copies be sent to two of his correspondents whom he has never met. S.L.C.

Re business concerning Mark Twain and his books.

Request 33 of the Marr photographs when lawful for them to be released; asks he be billed at the usual discount for "orphans and authors"; will be leaving soon for New York City and Italy; if Marr is the one who will furnish photographs, please forward list (not present) to Marr. S.L.C.

Thanks him for noticing the error in list of photos requested and requested correction.

They will be at the Grosvenor in New York from October 15; appreciates him breaking his rule for them; will be careful not to let photographs end up where they might be reproduced; friends have inquired about copies and when they will appear in the ; they both thank him for the pictures.

Jokes about letter correspondent sent him; considers account better than Hawthorne's account; Olivia now reading it; Olivia able to travel with special stewardess and Katy Leary. ANS on verso from Edwin Pond Parker explaining Twain opening sentence which was in jest.

Re Charles Gardiner's option to buy "Hillcrest" at Tarrytown.

Turned over his power of attorney to Henry H. Rogers to handle his business. Typed signature S.L.C.

Wishes to settle business before Mark Twain leaves; sorry any confusion remains.

Authorizes real estate firm to manage his Tarrytown property while he is abroad.

Will come if he can but doubts he can so close to their sailing time; asks him to send photo and magazine to his ship. M.T.

About to embark for Italy for a year with Olivia who is a little better; will be living at Villa Reale di Quarto. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Offers help; encloses tax bill for Mark Twain's Tarrytown property.

Re needed repairs on stable roof and dwelling at Mark Twain's Tarrytown property.

Re George W. Reeves ' alleged attempts to gouge commission and payment for leasing Hillcrest.

Unable to collect rent unless house repairs are completed.

Comments on dividend received from MacAlister; says Olivia was improving until she was burnt by accident; reports on his trip and the villa; discusses an introduction to Mr. Biaggi. ANS on envelope says to send draft to Henry H. Rogers. M.T. and S.L.C.] (w/env)

Has already asked Henry H. Rogers to put his surplus into stocks; cannot invest in Lysoform but wishes he could; liked Mr. Biaggi. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Re repairs of Hillcrest, shiftiness of George W. Reeves, and possible sale of property.

Re commission for renting or selling Hillcrest.

Re George W. Reeves ' commission and financial situation and possibility of hiring a different agent.

Discusses Olivia's poor health and setback; wishes they had not come to Florence as the doctors suggested for her. S.L.C.

Asks him if the New York Sun report is true that Maurice Hewlett spending winter in Florence and if so, would like his address.] (w/env)

Expresses sorrow for his loss; mentions Thomas Bailey Aldrich lost his son after a long illness; looks forward to seeing Miss Merion; discusses weather; encloses newspaper clipping about famine in India (present). M.T.] (w/env)

Enjoyed visit of MacAlister's brother; still watching Olivia; working on his two hours a day and two long novels not to be finished for a while; discusses financial dealings. S.L.C.] (w/env)

They cannot attend correspondent's marriage but hopes it will be as long and happy as his has been; asks to be remembered to correspondent's parents whom he knew long before correspondent was born. S.L.C.

Describes Olivia's recent decline and says she is very ill. M.T.] (w/env)

Sends a quote and a poem from "that quaint darling", 6 year old Marjorie Fleming. "Y"

"Clara slowly recovering, the rest well. Clemens"

Printed acknowledgement of sympathy expressed for Olivia's death with autograph note conveying thanks. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Printed acknowledgement of sympathy expressed for Olivia's death with ANS saying that they sail June 28. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Thanks for roses sent on Olivia's death by correspondent and "John", whom Olivia considered good friends. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Printed acknowledgement of sympathy expressed for Olivia's death with autograph note conveying thanks. M.T.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Picture almost complete and to be sent very soon.

Asks her to write rent check for New York house; will get another checkbook tomorrow; asks her to tell Jean of good report of the progress he heard from Clara and about her activities; will be staying over at Mr. Broughton's. S.L.C.

Acknowledges receipt of check.

Shocked to hear of Samuel Bergheim's death; adds he has a house for three years; says Clara and Jean away and he is lonesome. M.T.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Mourns loss of Olivia; mentions Clara's illness and prescribed isolation; says Jean is in the country; describes moving into new house, with Katy as housekeeper; discusses Plasmon matters. M.T.] (w/env)

Thanks correspondent for letter. S.L.C. With AN by Isabel V. Lyon saying letter was a form letter to be used to acknowledge receipt of book or published article.

Declines invitation because of wife's health. S.L.C.

Note explaining unidentified letter; says Mark Twain went to the Gilder cottage in Tyringham when lonely and whenever he had an excuse.

Sending the box of prints via Wells Fargo; thanks him for .

Thanks him for chance to read his article which he enjoyed; remarks on courage to express unpopular view; would have written sooner but in bed with gout and bronchitis for six weeks.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Discusses why he cannot allow the use of his Plasmon testimony for English Plasmon Company; mentions law suit. M.T.] (mourning stationery)

Sorry that he and wife not well; says that Clara is still in isolation in Connecticut and Jean permitted to visit; describes house and neighbors on New Hampshire; has been writing. M.T.] (w/env)

Responds to request for information on his summer activities; says information can be used by Duneka and other reporters as necessary.] (In brown folder with "Yes, I have tried a number of summer homes")

Will have his room all fixed up; says Clara is like her old self. With AN at top from Mark Twain about Katy.

Thanks him for thoughtfulness about his wish to offer condolences on [Henry] Irving's death; says Clara in New York and Jean will be there November 1; will join them there when everything all settled; reports Clara's health almost entirely restored. M.T. (Originally included ALS 1905 October Clara Clemens Gabrilowitsch to Mark Twain )] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Asks when he can supply theatrical sketch described in letter of 11th. With ANS [1905] October 25 Mark Twain to Isabel V. Lyon asking her to say he is unable to do it. S.L.C. With AN by Isabel V. Lyon saying telegram was one of several similar requests coming daily for Twain.

Asks her to deposit $200 to Clara's credit; will return to New York on the next day. S.L.C.] (w/mourning env)

Fragment. Describes her house; looks forward to seeing him; mentions debts and [Henry] Irving's death. (Originally enclosed in ALS 1905 October 19 Mark Twain to John Young Walker MacAlister )

Will forward him some documents on the Congo; the matter is in John Morley's hands in England, who will push the matter along until America gets involved. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Discusses his 70th birthday celebration and why he was not able to invite Reid. S.L.C. With ANS Robert Reid re his thoughts on Twain's letter.

More on Congo reform matter; thinks British government asked the American government to join in Congo reform matters; mentions his friends in English cabinet to be. S.L.C. "Oldest person in America"] (mourning stationery)

Printed thank you letter to his friends for birthday wishes. M.T. In ANS, Mark Twain wishes Clara could visit but prefers to keep her with him; suggests he visit them in New Hampshire; acknowledges Plasmon check. S.L.C.] (w/env)

Expects to send full report and digest by mail or by "delegation of our Association." S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Letter from Harper & Brothers troubles him; hates memory of Charles H. Webb; knows of no such play and will not let it be either published or "played"; asks him to find out about it quietly. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

Declines invitation. In Isabel V. Lyon's handwriting.] (tipped in Bret Harte's and Mark Twain's , Barrett PS1319 .A2 1926)

Discusses Plasmon legal business, law suit, and conspiracy to bankrupt American Plasmon and to take over English Plasmon patents; will go to Gilder's house if visitors want to. No signature.] (w/env)

Declines invitation. S.L.C.] (mourning stationery)

On postcard with picture of Mark Twain. Remarks he sent her a postcard meant for an "English girl" (Miss D. Stuckey) but will send the girl a more recent photograph instead.] (w/env)

Cover note for ALS 1906 May 22 Harriet Monroe to Editor of Collier's; asks his personal attention to her letter and if possible its printing.

Corrects Samuel E. Moffett's piece in Collier's about [Daniel Hudson] Burnham's plans for San Francisco; points out the ground plan for the Columbian Exhibition ( Chicago World Fair 1890-91) was not Burnham's but his partner's, John Wellborn Root who died in 1891; mentions Burnham would be the last person to deny his partner his share of credit.

Request for an interview. With AN Mark Twain to Isabel V. Lyon declining request. S.L.C. With AN by Isabel V. Lyon stating request was one of many for an interview and Twain's note was the basis for a form letter reply.

Reports that he is lonely because doctors have sent Clara, Jean, and [Isabel V.] Lyon to the country; will not go to Bermuda as ordered by doctors because Col. Harvey unable to go; has permanent bronchitis; acknowledges Plasmon check; glad he liked Susy's book; wishes he could go to England.] (w/env)

Thanks him. M.T. With AN in unknown hand saying this was the way Twain declined an invitation to an afternoon reception. With AN from Robert Underwood Johnson saying previous note not true but that Twain thanked him for flowers sent on his birthday.] (calling card)

Has found letter by Mark Twain; comments on taking Twain's advice to sever connection with McClure; includes copy of a letter from Twain to him; recounts anecdote of Twain about poem Bynner wrote to Clara; includes copy of poem by Twain and a copy of Bynner's poem "To Saint Mark"; requests his help in getting original copy.

Describes charades played by guests; mentions hearing piano music played over the telephone and plans for future similar performances; played billiards; will sail for Bermuda soon; thanks her for gold studs. Father.] (w/env)

Introduces Robert Haver Schaeffler of who is going to Germany; says Schaeffler's trip promises to be of value to both Germany and America; enjoyed [Lindau's] speech. S.L.C.

Oxford University wishes to confer Doctor of Letters degree on Twain but personal presence required. With AN from Mark Twain to Unknown accepting with pleasure.

Invitation to Windsor Castle party.

Thanks for his help; did find a program of the [ Mark Twain] Cooper Union lecture by good fortune; believes Fuller may be mistaken in thinking Edward Howard House wrote report of it for .

Thanks for his help and offers to lend him a copyist; will call on him.

Thanks Shaw for Shaw's and William Morris ' recognition of his writing; praises Shaw's writing; mentions briefly seeing Morris once in a London street and that they never met; looks forward to seeing the Shaws in New York.

Has induced Mark Twain "to suppress those letters" after relaying Davies and Mr. Soley's remarks; discusses Twain's loan request which had been turned down by the [Knickerbocker] Trust Company and his distrust of the directors; requests help in expediting loan.

His Thanksgiving thought for 1907 was to be thankful he had only $51,000 in the Knickerbocker Trust when it failed rather than more. M.T.

Does have a copy of book in question but does not wish to sell it; has a collection of all the books he has illustrated and has not sold any of them. With AN n.d. Frank E. Bliss to Unknown stating Bliss was a "go-between" trying to buy on original edition and thought Beard might be interested in selling.

Warm thanks for the dedication which pleases him "to the limit"; anticipating great pleasure from the book; has been ill but going to Bermuda has cured that. S.L.C.

Enjoying Phillpotts' again; has read and re-read and calls it "a great book"; wishes he himself had energy to tackle one or two of his own half finished books but doubts he ever will. S.L.C.

Plans to visit her; hiring new servants to replace ones frightened away by burglars; says Mark Twain anxious to talk with her; expresses sympathy for Samuel E. Moffett's death.] (w/env)

Conveys information requested; comments that Mr. Phayre is working to obtain list of books whose copyright has been renewed in last ten years.

Thanks him for accepting the trust and congratulates him upon his new Vice Presidency, sends greetings to his wife and children, states that Miss Lyon E. Ashcroft will arrange transfer of his trust.

Thanks them for their note and wishes them a Happy New Year. M.T.

Praises the new copyright law; says the bill passed March 4 so much better than bill he had testified for in Washington 2 years earlier; inquires if Robert Underwood Johnson wrote bill; encloses copy of Johnson's article about the new law. Typed signature S.L.C.

Answered note from Champ Clark; will send copy of Twain reply; sent Albert Bigelow Paine's copy of Johnson's Post article to Clark. Mark Twain] (w/env)

Has learned that the ship "Kaiserin Augusta Victoria" is coming in earlier than expected; asks they permit George O'Connor to retrieve the Clemens dog, which is on the ship, and to take care of customs requirements. S.L.C. and M.T.] (w/env)

Unable because of age to attend "the Fulton Hudson pagentries" but is sending daughters Clara and Jean with his secretary Albert Bigelow Paine to represent him; asks that Dearborn and General Woodford take care of them.

Discusses mutual pain symptoms; his pain is at "the center of the breastbone"; mentions various cures he has tried. Typed signature S.L.C.

Were able to buy for him manuscripts of the "Invalid's Story" and "The Regular Toast."

Printed acknowledgement of sympathy expressed for Jean's death.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Printed acknowledgement of sympathy expressed for Jean's death. Unused.] (mourning stationery)

Feeling fairly well after brief bronchitis; discusses financial matters; says she was right about Isabel V. Lyon and Lyon's faults; glad to know success of Miss Jones's book and is proud of Clara for championing her. Marcus] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Thanks from him and Mark Twain for kind note and food sent; says Twain very ill and Dr. Halsey and Dr. Quintard attending him.

Unfinished note; "You did not tell me, but I have found out that you -"

Brief summary of Mark Twain's life and an estimate of his literary worth will appear in next Saturday's ; article mentions Fuller.

Inquires for Clara Clemens Gabrilowitsch if she ever received an important letter Clara wrote her; requests reply as soon as possible.] (w/env)

Had not realized how ill little Anita was; will remain at Stormfield for the summer and leave for Berlin in October; hopes Anita will soon be better.] (w/mourning env) (mourning stationery)

Enclosing check for $100 since she had sent only $500 rather than $600 previously; sorry her cousin has been ill.] (w/mourning env) (mourning stationery)

Sends receipt to be signed by Moffett for money sent previously; hopes she is much better.] (w/mourning env) (mourning stationery)

Thanks him for his condolences after her father's death; says she feels very much alone with no family; glad she has her husband.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Plans to see him again before returning to Redding; is writing day and night and under contract with Harper & Brothers; requests any information Fuller can give on Mark Twain and Twain's visits to him, Sam Small, and Twain's "Ohio sweetheart Pauline."

Recounts in detail the printing of ; presents copy to his brother; recalls anecdote about Mark Twain's visit.

Has not been able to get information re Mark Twain's letters to Mary Mason Fairbanks; mention he has heard how charming and intelligent she was; will send more information soon.

Asks on behalf of Albert Bigelow Paine if Bixby's father ( Horace Bixby ) would allow Paine to have copies of Mark Twain's letters for publication in ; Paine will pay expenses incurred; would present Horace Bixby with some pieces of Twain's original manuscripts if he would like it.

Still unable to get information; gives details of Mary Mason Fairbanks ' life.

Apologizes for getting his name wrong; encloses letter for him (TLS 1912 December 4 copy Willis Vickery to W. [K.] Bixby ).

Thanks him for permitting Albert Bigelow Paine to use any of his Mark Twain letters, except those to Mary Mason Fairbanks; cautions Bixby to confirm his legal ownership of the Fairbanks letters before publishing them for copyright purposes because the Mark Twain Company and Albert Bigelow Paine may own actual copyrights to letters. (Fairbanks pencilled in over Williamson in letter.)

Discusses possibility that Albert Bigelow Paine as owner of Mark Twain copyrights may insist on printing Mary Mason Fairbanks letters; Paine would not object to Bixby printing a volume of letters but has not discussed matter with Paine; asks if he should say Bixby refuses to let Paine use the Fairbanks letters.

Will send correspondence to Albert Bigelow Paine so that Paine may deal directly with Bixby; hopes they will find a solution.

Has received correspondence from Edward Breck; recounts his understanding of the provenance of the Mary Mason Fairbanks letters and history of attempted publication; mentions law requiring permission of heirs and trustees to publish letters; feels Clara Clemens Gabrilowitsch, the trustees, and Harper & Brothers would prevent publication of a volume of Fairbanks letters.

Has the Mary Mason Fairbanks letters; had thought Bixby could do as he felt with the letters legally; discusses his health, family news, and his house.

Informs him that the literary rights of the letters belongs to the Mark Twain Company and the trustees of the estate; heirs and trustees object to Bixby's publication plans; cites prior cases regarding literary rights and private correspondence; hopes he will not recall his consent to publication of his other Mark Twain letters.

Sets forth history behind publishing volume of Mark Twain letters collected by Twain and Albert Bigelow Paine; hopes Bixby will provide copies of his letters to be included in book.

Cover for letter for legal opinion sent to Bixby (TLS 1913 February 18 F. W. Lehmann, St. Louis, MO, to W. K. Bixby, St. Louis, MO).

Legal opinion about manuscripts, authors' correspondence and copyright for materials Bixby owns.

Cover letter for return of Stanchfield and Levy letter to Bixby.

Regrets he has no autograph copies of Mark Twain or [James Whitcomb] Riley.

Expects to be in Bronxville in April and will talk over matters of mutual interest.

Returning required proofs signed.

Thanks him for informing him of Walter's death and will write his wife immediately.

Says offer for [James Whitcomb] Riley book inadequate, especially for a book with full page original drawing by Kemble next to his dedication to Kemble.

Harper & Brothers does not have the Mark Twain photogravure plates; suggests he try photogravure printers Bliss used.

Is sending him a letter written by Mark Twain to him from Villa "Sittignano", Florence, Italy, in December 1892 as an addition to Ayer's collection.

Asks $3000 for group of 97 letters of Mark Twain and William Dean Howells, most of which were published in a Mark Twain biography.

Has discovered missing letters from collection Ayer bought; will send them to owner of collection.

Sends his brother's copy ofto him; recounts how got he got it from his brother. (on verso of ALS 1912 August 23 Charles Erskine Scott Wood to James MacIntosh Wood)

Discusses TLS 1882 February 21 Mark Twain to Charles Erskine Scott Wood; mentions he returned the manuscript to Twain; speculates who "the charming Kentucky girl" may have been.

Cover letter for an ALS of Mark Twain's father he hopes will prove an addition to correspondent's collection.

Discusses Clemens and Moffet family genealogies in depth; says her Virginia relatives would know more than she does.

Gives him message for the Mark Twain Celebration; mentioning his enjoyment of Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn.

Has made corrections in interview ( ); wants it printed as revised; thanks for sending pamphlet.] (tipped in , Barrett PS 1343 .G3 1932)

Recounts printing of ; claims no authorized small paper edition; ordered type redistributed but did not oversee the redistribution; discusses printing of by Grabhorn Press; says Edwin Grabhorn was to sell the Academy copy and letters, but he is not sure if he did or not.

Is selling Morse collection as complete collection; it contains a copy of with a copy of suppressed plate tipped in; has not put separate valuation on item.] (laid in , Barrett PS 1305 .A1 1885a)

Discusses Glenn's prospectus with suppressed plate; mentions possible confusion for collectors and therefore suggests private sale of prospectus.] (laid in , Barrett PS1305.A1 1885a)

Discusses Yale's copy of the prospectus and compares it to Randall's copy.] (laid in , Barrett PS1305 .A1 1885a)

Discussion of the prospectus and comparisons of different states.] (laid in , Barrett PS1305.A1 1885a)

Recounts his interest in the excised illustration from ; asks for information on plate.] (laid in , Barrett PS 1305. A1 1885a)

Comments on Barrett's collections seen at Grolier Club; is sending him pictures Frank J. Sprague took at the wedding of Ossip Gabrilowitsch and Clara Clemens; says no photographer was present; encloses data on Whitman concordance (not present).

Offers him Dana S. Ayer's collection of Mark Twain material and letters; gives brief history of Ayer collection.

Discusses the "Langhorne" part of Mark Twain's name with information about his father's friends, the three Langhorne brothers, William, Maurice and Henry.

Concerns death of Edith Colgate Salsbury who was a trustee of the Mark Twain Memorial.

Fragment. Postscript of letter; discusses assessments he has paid; Olivia unable to write but will send photographs later. No signature.

Mailed "Play acting" article; requests enclosed lines be added to article. M.T.

Thanks for the courtesy but there is nothing he wants to say publicly on these topics. S.L.C.

Refuses invitation to a reading but hopes to come another time.

Says Olivia getting better and asks him to urge her to come next week; sorry her visit had to be cancelled but Olivia would hardly have been able to see her. S.L.C.

Regrets he will be unable to see her because of business meeting at St. James Hotel; seems his business always fills his New York visits. S.L.C.

Thanks him for his suggestions; draws many parallels with the story "The Philosopher's Pendulum" to his courtship of Olivia which he describes. S.L.C.

Re family business matters.

Fragment. Has ordered two seats for his six lectures for correspondent but points out it will be the same lecture "word for word" six times. M.T.] (tipped in , Barrett PS1322 .S5 1910)

Humorous notes and sketches.

Politely declines an invitation for an event in Boston. S.L.C.

Has had neuralgia and dental work; discusses reading books and scripture.

Says he and wife will come but the girls are unable.] (w/env) (mourning stationery)

Receipt for balance due for town lots purchased from Clemens for the courthouse in Jamestown [Tennessee].

Royalty check for $703.35.

Copy of receipt for $308 from the American Publishing Company to be applied to Mark Twain's account; sheet torn from account book with partial copies of other receipts of American Publishing Company.

Receipt for lecture, "Reminiscences of Some Uncommonplace Characters I Have Chanced to Meet."

Royalty check from the American Publishing Company with Mark Twain endorsement (S.L.C. signature).

Transfer of 200 shares of stock from Mark Twain to Frank E. Bliss. With DS 1881 May 24 attached.

Grants power of attorney to Charles L. Webster to conduct Twain's business.

Re: partnership in Charles L. Webster & Company. With A additions.

Royalty check for $799.77.

With autograph additions and corrections; signed by S.L.C. and Frank Mayo.

Grants power of attorney to Henry H. Rogers as administrator of Twain's and Olivia L. Clemens ' affairs while they are in Europe.

Agreement gives Olivia L. Clemens all Mark Twain's rights, title and interest in various type-setting machinery and Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company and copyrights of his published works. Signed for Twain by attorney Henry H. Rogers.

Re dramatization of the .

Re debt owed to Colby.

Re publication of a uniform edition of Mark Twain's works with reference to copyright, plates, royalties, ownership of illustrations, and use of edition for school books.] (with ALS 1895 July 17 Charles J. Langdon, New York, to Henry H. Rogers )

Re uniform edition of Mark Twain works

Receipt signed on account of Olivia L. Clemens.

Subpoena to New York Supreme Court in case of Thomas Russell et al. versus Mark Twain re Charles L. Webster & Company.

Advertises sale of all assets of partnership, including script of the by Mark Twain and Mayo, to be sold at auction September 1 1896.

Re sales and publishing of Mark Twain books.

Re uniform edition to be published by Frank E. Bliss. With TLS December 15 1896 Frank E. Bliss to Henry H. Rogers re publishing of new book and uniform edition.

5 copies of above contracts and letter.

With autograph memo pinned to certificate with information about Paige Compositor Manufacturing Company and Regius Manufacturing Company shares for Olivia L. Clemens, [Henry] Irving, and [C. C.] Rice.

Receipt for cover design and three headpieces.

Receipt for 5 tailpieces for .

Receipt for 4 [unspecified] drawings.

Receipt for 3 unspecified drawings.

Royalty check for $385.47

Re publication of , article on Austrian Parliament, and "In Memoriam."

Copy of above.

Receipt for 6 drawings for .

Receipt for one drawing for .

Re marketing the uniform set of Mark Twain works.

Receipt for 6 drawings for and for 2 additional drawings.

Receipt for 6 drawings for .

Receipt for 5 wash drawings made over old pen drawings [for ].

Receipt for 2 drawings for : "An escaped Archangel" and "Steamboat a' comin."

Receipt for 2 washed repainted illustrations for and photo engraving plates.

Receipt for 3 drawings for volume 23 of Mark Twain uniform set.

Re publication of "A Double-Barreled Detective Story."

For publication of "The Man That Corrupted Hadleyburg."

Listing of Harper & Brothers ' royalty payments to Mark Twain in 1901-02.

Receipt for payment in full for "Amended Obituaries" sold by MacAlister to . (originally enclosed with ALS 1903 April 7 and May 8 Mark Twain to John Young Walker MacAlister )

Notes concerning publication of Mark Twain books with AN concerning same.

Concerns payments and publication rights between Mark Twain and Olivia L. Clemens and Harper & Brothers and the American Publishing Company.

Re leasing of Westchester County, New York, property to Gardiner.

Bill for commission on rental for 1 year to Charles A. Gardiner (for Westchester County, New York, property).

Re exclusive publishing rights for Harper & Brothers to: ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; and any of Mark Twain's other works not listed; covers discount sales, royalties, copyrights, and advertising. With T Memo that shifts date to November 1 1903 for convenience of payment; copy of TL 1903 October 23 Mark Twain and Olivia L. Clemens to American Publishing Company re contract with Harper & Brothers; and copy of TL 1903 October 23 Mark Twain and Olivia L. Clemens to Harper & Brothers authorizing payment of 1/2 royalties for to estate of Charles Dudley Warner.

Receipt for (unspecified) drawings.

Receipt for one drawing of , vol. X.

Check for $100.

Receipt for signing proofs.

Re agreement to let Ashcroft supervise Twain's household affairs and expenditures and his financial affairs in general. Notarized.

Re agreement to make Ashcroft Twain's business manager and financial manager of his household and The Mark Twain Company. Notarized.

Agreement for Isabel V. Lyon to be Twain's literary and social secretary. Notarized.

Agreement for Isabel V. Lyon to write . Notarized.

Received on approval one Mark Twain "A Murder and a Marriage."

Receipt for drawing of Golden House.

Mounted on card with ALS 1895 June 13 Mark Twain to Frank Leslie.

The photographs document Clemens family life including Twain, Jane, Clara, and Livy Clemens, pets, servants, friends including Richard Watson Gilmer, residences and a tour to Florence and Rome. #6314-bc

Four notebooks numbered IV, VII, VII part 2, and VIII, concern the " Tennessee lands" owned by the Clemens family; they include copies of deed listings, descriptions of physical characteristics and natural resources of the area near Fentress County; a few comments about the people who lived there; brief mentions of events and neighbors; discussion of genealogy, horse thieves, and Union and Confederate sympathizers; and recipes for household needs, such as glue.

Franked William M. Stewart in Mark Twain's hand.

Franked William M. Stewart in Mark Twain's hand; with pencilled notes across the envelope in unknown hand.

"Anyway the children are too young."

About the coldest day in Keokuk, Iowa in 40 years; mentions William H. Bowman.

With AN on envelope, "photo of child whispering."

In unknown hands. In red ink "More Tramps Abroad"; in black ink, "American (sic) like to be latest Innocent Abroad"; with notes about word count and instructions from Olivia L. Clemens.

In Mark Twain's hand; lists contracts, bonds, and stocks.

"Very truly yours S.L. Clemens ( Mark Twain )".] 2 signatures

Printed list with AN, "This is not complete"; list appears to be torn from a larger publication. (originally with TLS 1908 October 30 F. A. Nast to Isabel V. Lyon.

With AN in unknown hand.

The first radio version script for for Radioteatro de America.

Includes list of authors, title "Want to know who publishes and at what prices"; discussion of publication and copyright information concerning various popular authors, mostly American, and some popular works; cover note for list of books whose copyrights have been extended (list not present); list of questions, titled "want to know," requesting name and addresses of authors whose books will be up for renewal and what sort of works are covered by copyright laws; and note expressing hopes of getting requested authors, and all authors' leagues, including Dramatic League and the " Music league, " to agree to (unspecified) scheme. Some notes possibly in Mark Twain's hand.

Types list covers , , , , , , .

Form letter re Mark Twain beginning repayment of claims and his hopes to repay the full amount.

Receipt for payment of Charles L. Webster & Company debt on verso of 1897 December 6 Katherine I. Harrison to Lewis C. Lockwood re same subject.

Receipt of payment on verso of Katherine I. Harrison to Union News Company.

Is returning Mark Twain "donation" check since their claim had been settled.