Letter. Iván and his wife intend to leave Hungary and emigrate to the United States. He would be obliged if ALG, as his old friend, would procure a legal invitation for them and would inquire about teaching positions in academia. Iván informs ALG about his qualifications and work experience. In Hungary, there is a new law that allows citizens over 45 to leave the country. Iván is 48 now and this is his last chance to fulfill his long cherished dreams. Hungarian