They were a good deal to us all, most, of course, to your dear mother and sister, who have a fond, foolish fancy or love for you--strange--isn't it?
Yes, dear boy, I liked the new story very, very much.

It was in your best book and in fine spirit, and I liked, too, the dedication of the book--its meaning and its manner.

I am glad to be associated with my dear boy and with his work even in that brief way.

You may not yet thought about it after this fashion, but I have thought a good deal about it.

Reports come to me of you from many sources, and they are all good, and they all reflect honor upon me-- Upon me as I'm getting ready to salute the world, as our French friends say.