Hudson's letter of the 9th received. Not a better medium could be found than the Ave Maria for placing such a controversy before the people whom they wish to reach. Its pages are not the place for long continued discussions. If Hudson thinks Ryder severe upon Mr. Egan, Hudson should remember that Egan himself advocates candid expression. Ryder rejoices that Hudson approves of his volume but wonders-why not have the biographies written for the "Ave Maria?" Hudson could have a reasonable space for it while Ryder would have to condense its contents to about 12 lines. Ryder is glad Hudson saw his lines in the "Sun" and Hudson's appreciation is very flattering. The poem of Matthew Bridges is beautiful. Ryder is sorry Hudson has been ill, especially with Ague ?. Ryder has had it himself. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 4to