7/9 I would have given him a place on my paper, but very likely he does better to stay where he is.' "Perhaps you noticed the handsome notice he gave you in his paper yesterday. I really think he has a higher opinion of your talents than of mine; which, of course, shows singular lack of discrimination. However, you're my friend, and I won't make a fuss about it. This summer I am going to Niagara, and shall return by way of the St.Lawrence and Montreal, seeing the Thousand Islands, the rapids, and so on. I may send you a letter or two for the 'Gazette,' if you will give me a puff in your editorial columns." These letters were actually written, and, being very lively and readable, Harry felt quite justified in referring to them in a complimentary way. |