She tells Hudson that she has responded very quickly to his call for the first week in May. She has sent out inquiries for Hudson's friend from Virginia. She tells Hudson that when he adds to the present occupation situation the circumstances of a convert, it goes to her heart. She is sure something will come if he is patient. She also read the article on Dr. Marshall and agrees with Hudson on the English literature. She cannot understand why people think there is no talent among Catholics as there is more Catholic talent than the publishers know what to do with. She finds that the English complain the same as the Americans. Hudson cannot publish this, but the daughter of Richard H. Dana, of Boston, is a convert and will soon be baptized. She studied in Paris with Miss Le Tourneau. Her father is very noble about it but her mother is somewhat prejudiced and wishes to keep everything quiet. She will not forget Hudson's friend from Virginia. She sends her remembrances to Father Edward Lily and Brother Albert. Does he want any more for May —may be the Santa Maria in Trastevere in honor of the Blessed Virgin. P.S. Mrs. Walsh, Mrs. Sheahane, Mrs. Drery were gratified to receive his message. They are all thankful for the blessing of the new Pope. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 4pp. 8 vo.