Hudson's letter received. Dallas has escaped colds so far and it is like spring. He is glad Hudson likes the plan of the Library Association. Henry Amy sent $100, J. K. O'Connor $25, and Bishop Corrigan $10. If it had not been for the Irish Gumari they would be authorized now to go ahead. Thanks Hudson for the "Ave Maria's" kind words. His children's semi-annual examination pleased Dallas; he discusses their progress. Dallas believes St. Mary's is nearer perfect as a girl's school than any other but is afraid the Sisters are apt to draw too strict a line. If Hickey does not infuse more life into the Illustrated Catholic American it will fail. Lieut. Ives will be an excellent officer for Notre Dame as he will be much nearer the boys. He thanks Hudson for wishing him at Notre Dame, Dallas expects his Lt. Colonelcy this week and it will take him to Fort McKavitt, Texas. Mrs. Dallas is disturbed about the children as she does not expect to come north for several years. Shall they take them away and try the Holy Cross school at Austin? Dallas leaves March 1 and his first stop will be South Bend. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 8 pp. 8vo.