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Egan wants to know if he should send the Serra cut. It is the one which appeared in the Century. He wants to know what he should say in his notice of the Ave Maria. He received from Thomas Noonan Company a copy of "Glimpses of the Supernatural" and he will write a notice. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan intends to write about John Gilmary Shea and asks for notes on the man. Later he will write a sketch of Eliza Allen Starr . Brother Stanislaus visited Egan recently. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The "Gerta" contains numerous risque things. Egan doesn't understand Eliot Ryder . He asks Hudson to call Ryder's attention to a sketch of the "Folgore", which appeared in the last issue of Fortnightly Review. Some of Ryder's points were excellent. James McMaster was surprised at Hudson's calling with Egan and pleased. McMaster had thought that Notre Dame was hostile to him. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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T. D. Egan, no relation of Egan's informed him that he has the Pohn edition of the "Gerto" which he will send to Hudson. He owns a Catholic Agency. Egan has a poem for Harper's, he would give it to Hudson if Harper's refuses it, but he thinks it is too intense. He inquires if Hudson has seen the proofs of Professor Joseph Lyon's and Eliot Ryder's new books. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 2p. 12mo.

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Egan has read Hudson's lecture on Henry Longfellow and thinks it the best critique he has seen on the man. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan has an indistinct remembrance of the name, but can not recall Coventry Patmore' s connection with it. He cannot remember "The Unknown Eros". :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The Chief James A. McMaster gave one of his gentle taps at the paragraph on Father A Koning's book. If this Keeps on he will not make the jubilee. He cut some quotations out of Longfellow but hopes he has not spoiled Hudson's article. Hudson is right about R. Eliot Ryder . He has no discretion and very little taste. P. S. If the Chief hadn't been pleased with Hudson the Ave Maria would have gotten a column about "N.E.C." :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1 p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents The Egans are not to die out, and the event is expected in August. Madam is nervous and he can't leave. He showed Hudson's note to the Chief James A. McMaster and he seemed greatly pleased. He knows when Hudson comes again the Chief will feel that "entente cordiale" which ought to exists. Does Hudson remember what he told him at Father O'Hare's? He has had no reason to change his faith since then. He saw Mr. Patrick V. Hickey the other day. He and Mr. MacCarthy and the boy Jim run the...

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Eliot Ryder visited Egan some days ago. In the conversation he revealed astonishing prejudices and ideas. Ryder ought to keep quiet and study. Egan asks Hudson to write to Nugent Robinson who is at Frank Leslie's. He inquires if the notice of Miss Ella Lorraine Dorsey 's book is sufficient. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan saw Ryder. He suspects Ryder exaggerates a bit, so Hudson should not take in everything Ryder says about Egan unreservedly. James F. Edwards 's visit was delightful. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan requests a copy of "Crowned with Stars" for notice in the New York Freeman's-Journal. :: X-2-h A. Postcard S. 1p. 32mo.

Scope and Contents Egan was greatly pleased over Hudson's compliment on his article about the cost of churches. No doubt Hudson thinks Egan sometimes indiscreet, but hopes Hudson does not attribute this to James McMaster 's influence. The freedom Egan has in writing the editorials of the New York Freeman's -Journal make him inclined to call a spade a spade. On the Catholic Review, Egan had to be toned down because Patrick V. Hickey left so much to his discretion. Any criticism from Hudson will be handled...

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Egan recommends John Acton as a proof reader. He is willing to work for a course in Latin and his board. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan will send the photographs to Hudson, also the Christmas story. Mr. McCarthy is in Cuba for the "World". Patrick Hickey 's idea of a semi-weekly seems impractical to Egan. The items about Father Peter Cooney were sent by him; they will be careful. :: X-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 32mo.

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Egan proposes to write a paper on Catholic Canadian Men of Letters for the Ave Maria. :: X-2-m A.L.S. 1p. 32mo.

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Egan will have a story ready for Hudson by next month. Mr. Johnson will send the "Fra Serra" out at once. Mrs. Egan and Patsy send respects. :: X-2-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan thanks Hudson for the article in the Ave Maria which has Eliot Ryder 's note of Sincerity attached. Egan knows nothing of Octavia Hensel except that she is rather erratic. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Egan sent the Scribners to Hudson and he is how editorially connected with MeGee Illustrated Weekly, and would appreciate any suggestions from Hudson if he has time to make them. Egan is glad to get an opportunity in Catholic journalism. He is not responsible for the stories in McGee's. He asks Hudson's prayers that he may succeed. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1p. crown 8 vo.

Scope and Contents Hudson's kind note filled Egan's heart and he has no way of showing Hudson how he appreciated his kindness. Egan is afraid that he will fail in the publication of the Illustrated Weekly, because there are so many tastes to be consulted. He is glad to know that Huds o n is praying for him. Egan is sending the sonnet, "Saint Theresa to our Lord", which was written by a French critic Sainte-Bruce, Egan will be honored by any criticisms or suggestions from Hudson. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1p. crown...

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Egan is sending a sonnet, "The Knighthood of Today". He says that Hudson is putting new vigor into the Ave Maria. Father John Zahm called at "McGee's" office and tried to give Egan a description of Hudson, but all that Egan got was that Father Hudson is younger than Egan had imagined. He would like Hudson to send a photograph of himself. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1p. crown 8vo.

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He received the remittance Hudson sent, and he hopes that Hudson received the extra copies of the magazine containing his poem, "Louis de Seille" which he authorized the publishers to send to Hudson. Despite proddings from the editor of Scribner's encouraging him to write more sonnets this was the only one Egan has composed for a long time. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1p. royal 8vo.

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He sends a sonnet "The Power of Prayer" for the Ave Maria. Egan was very much gratified by the dedication to himself of the sonnet written by Mr. Norris. The Illustrated Weekly continues to make slow progress and he is quite confident that eventually it will accomplish great things. He congratulates Hudson on the success of the Ave Maria. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1 p. 12 mo

Scope and Contents Egan explains to Hudson how his last letter had given him encouragement as at the time the letter arrived he was very "blue". Egan has resigned as Editor of the Illustrated Weekly because he could no longer stand the work after a year as J. A. McGee has been ill so long from over work, which has caused him to indulge in stimulants. McGee's wife who owns the paper offered Egan a half interest but he could not take it because McGee would still be business manager. Egan is going to return...

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Egan says that J.A. McGee has straightened up wonderfully and asks Hudson to pray for him, Egan is quite sure that if McGee keeps his promises the Illustrated Weekly will become a great success. He also wants Hudson to write to him as he believes it will encourage him. He gives Hudson his new address. :: X-2-e A.L.S. 1p. royal 8 vo

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Egan is sending Hudson a pamphlet that is not for notice but just for Hudson's personal use. Egan received Hudson's remittance and will write a long letter later. He asks for a photograph. :: X-2-e A.L.S. 1p. 32mo.

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Egan sends a copy of "The Life Around Us." Will Hudson cut out what he likes? Did Hudson see the announcement in the "Freeman's Journal?" It does not mean that Egan has given up hopes of being with Hudson. Hudson's troubles are light to Egan's. Egan will give the "Ave Maria" a good and true notice next week. Father R Dewey is making an absurd attempt to imitate Hudson. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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John Acton is sensitive but good and a careful proof-reader. Egan inquires if he should keep Acton and teach him Latin until September or would Hudson desire Acton come to Notre Dame immediately. :: X-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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John Acton has arranged for lessons here. He is a sensible fellow, but a conscientious and reliable proof-reader. Eliot Ryder has just been in. :: X-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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John Acton has settled down to the study of music. He is a slow but conscientious proof reader. He says an arrangement with his music teacher would stand in the way of his going at once. The Freeman is doing well financially. Nugent Robinson says that Hudson is the only Catholic editor who knows how to treat contributors. :: X-2-i A.L. Unsigned 2pp. 8vo.

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He is thinking of bringing out a new edition of selections from "Preludes" allowing Notre Dame a percentage for the use of the poems. :: X-2-j A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.