The bearer is J.J. Kirwin visiting the principal western cities in the interests of the "Excelsior" publications. Sadlier forwards to Henry one of each set of William H Sadlier's Excelsior School Books with the compliments of Mrs. William H. Sadlier and himself. The books are the latest editions on which the Paris Exposition conferred a medal and are the first American Catholic School Books to receive such honor, and, for the first time in the history of Catholic Schools books are published in America. Sadlier asks Henry to examine the books because of his interest in Catholic education and to forward his criticism. Sadlier would appreciate Henry's recommendation for their use in Detroit Catholic Schools. Sadlier was in Montreal when Henry last visited New York. He will forward the "Complete Speller" and Sayer's "History of the U.S." to Henry within a month. :: III-3-a A.L.S. 2pp 8vo.