At the request of several senators, Hale encloses not with letter a copy of a bill which passed the House on February 16 with a view of ascertaining whether its provisions meet Lefevere's approval. He is told that an attempt to prevent its passage is being made by George R. Griswold at the instigation of Edward V. Cicotte and others. Objections are such that it will be defeated unless sustained by a strong petition which Lefevere, if he desires the passage of the bill, should address to Robert P. Eldridge. If impracticable to get up a petition in favor of the bill, Hale suggests writing to Nelson Dunham and setting forth the reasons for desiring the passage of the bill. Hale will be there two or three weeks and will do any service in his power. :: III-2-h A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.