I Remain

The letter is date-stamped from Concord and bears the impression of a seal. See also other letters in the collection from Emerson.

Emerson agrees to come to the Lyceum on the 24th of December. Emerson established the foundation for transcendentalism, a philosophy derived in part from European Romanticism, becoming one of its most well-known spokespersons with the publication of _Nature_ (1836) and "The American Scholar." Actively writing essays, lectures, and poems during the period known as the American renaissance (1835-65), Emerson also helped launch _The Dial_ (1840) a magazine for expressing transcendental philosophies and ideas.

The letter is written on lined paper on House of Representatives/ Committee on Ways and Means letterhead. See also Garfield's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/jg20.html) and a guide to research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=G000063), as well as another letter from Garfield in the collection.

Garfield responds to Cisl's letter and assures him, "I do not think there is any great probability that the bill to which you refer will pass the two Houses of Congress." There is a worry of being financially swamped, and though Garfield hopes that a time may come when the bill may pass, he does not think it will be this winter.

The letter is typed on official White House letterhead. See also Eisenhower's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/de34.html); see also Walter's biography and a guide to research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=W000108).

Eisenhower thanks Walter for his comments on "various of the problems that must be carefully weighed in connection with any possible conference with leaders of the Soviet Union." A lifelong military man, Eisenhower made his reputation as the Supreme Commander of troops invading France on D-Day, 1944 at the end of World War II. Postwar, he accepted an appointment as President of Columbia University, and then moved on to assume command over NATO forces assembled in 1951. In 1952 he ran for President, an office which he held for two terms (1953-61).

See also another letter in the collection from Flamsteed.

Flamsteed confirms that Joseph Crosthwait has been employed as an "Extraordinary Laborer under me" at the Greenwich Observatory. Flamsteed founded the Greenwich Observatory where he served as the first astronomer royal and conducted stellar observations.

The letter is written on the Grove Lodge, Hampstead, London letterhead. In pencil, there is an annotation near the top of the recto stating that the letter was "answered 27/9/28." See also other letters from Galsworthy in the collection.

Galsworthy muses, "I suppose it's because the Forsyte books are so English that they appeal to the world at large which is to me a pleasant thought," yet he also remarks on the "general human nature" which his narrative contains. A playwright and a novelist, notable for his production of the _Forsyte Saga_ (1922), plays like _The Skin Game_ and short story collections such as _The Five Tales_ (1918), Galsworthy's works mark the end of the Victorian era and the beginning of the modernist period.

See also other letters in the collection from Emerson.

Emerson begins, "I have a suspicion that you have not a due respect for the privileges of your youth." Dryly observing that Dorr has been too busy on outdoor rambles, Emerson details the progress of the Alumni Hall at Harvard, asserting that the class of 1821 must do its part.

The letter is written on Bury House, Sussex letterhead. See also other letters from Galsworthy in the collection, including the 1907 letter to Hudson referenced here.

Forsyte tells Eckel that the letter from Hudson undoubtedly accompanied "A Man from Devon." He then states, however, that the letter made it sound as if he didn't know Hudson, when at the time the letter was written, he had known Hudson five or six years already. It is unclear if Galsworthy was commenting on a stylistic peculiarity in the 1907 letter, or if he was indicating that that letter may have been a forgery.

Gilbert reports that he has been "anxiously waiting" for the remainder of "Bob Ballads" that he might complete the frontispiece; at present he has only up to page 140. Gilbert lists the items still missing complete with page numbers. He speculates that "Possibly Messrs Routledge have overlooked these 18 & have not forwarded them to you-- although I certainly forwarded them to _them_ ." Gilbert is referring here to his collection of comic verse originally published as _The Bab Ballads_ (1869), and later followed by _More Bab Ballads_ (1873) which Gilbert illustrated himself.

The letter is written on 17 Hanover Terrace, Regent's Park, N.W. letterhead. See also another letter from Gosse in the collection as well as a letter from Alfred Pollard which discusses Gosse's manuscript corrections, and a letter from infamous literary historian and forger Thomas J. Wise regarding Gosse's remarks on Shelley in the _Sunday Times_ .

Gosse thanks Barclay for his "extremely kind" letter about Gosse's _Father and son, biographical recollections_ in which he details his relationship with his strict father and his journey into the literary world. Gosse responds at length to Barclay's mention of the "very curious intimacy" which existed in correspondence between Gray and Algarotti. Gosse observes that though they never met, the two men wrote about "indecent matters with that curious...

The letter is written on Bury House, Sussex letterhead. See also other letters from Galsworthy in the collection.

Galsworthy thanks Wilson for the rememberance of his birthday, a pipe. A playwright and a novelist, notable for his production of the _Forsyte Saga_ (1922), plays like _The Skin Game_ and short story collections such as _The Five Tales_ (1918), Galsworthy's works mark the end of the Victorian era and the beginning of the modernist period.

The letter is typed on Embassy of Israel letterhead with official seal. See also Walter's biography and a guide to research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=W000108).

Eban extends a cordial invitation on behalf of his government, urging Walter to visit Israel after he attends the I.C.E.M. conference in Geneva; Eban also extends the invitation to other members of the United States delegation. An Israeli statesman, diplomat, scholar, and persuasive speaker, Eban served as Israel's United Nations representative as well as ambassador to the United States at the time this letter was written.

See also letters in the collection relating to Godwin's son-in-law Percy Shelley.

Godwin states that he regrets missing the visit of the undisclosed recipient; he journeyed to the recipient's chambers but did not meet him there. "[T]o prevent future disappointments" Godwin informs the recipient that he leaves the house "a little after two" and does not return until dinner.

See also other letters in the collection from Emerson.

Emerson thanks Sargent for her invitation and accepts with pleasure. He inquires whether there are two meetings, one "exclusive" and the other "inclusive" as he inferred in a communication from Mr. Whipple.

Phillpotts writes to thank the recipient for his courteous note. Phillpotts states that the book _The sinews of war; a romance of London and the sea_ (1906) was written with Arnold Bennett and that they were approached with an offer for a "cheap edition" but Pinker, Bennett's agent, turned it down and now the book "had better be regarded as dead." In any case, Phillpotts opines, "the prices offered for translations...

The letter is written on paper with a "Black & White" stylized letterhead with an address on Bouverie Street, London. See also another letter in the collection from Phillpotts regarding the low cost of translations.

Phillpotts expresses confidence that "I know you will do what you can to find some sort of a market for me in the States." Phillpotts states that the book (possibly _Children of the Mist_ which appeared that year) has been dedicated to Mr. Blackmore who has accepted this honor; the exact wording of the dedication will follow soon. Phillpotts wrote mysteries, comedies, and narrative poetry from the late 1890s well into the 1930s, collaborating with Arnold Bennett on at least two books.

See also Van Buren's official White House biography (http://www.whitehouse.gov/history/presidents/mb8.html) and a guide to research collections of his papers (http://bioguide.congress.gov/scripts/biodisplay.pl?index=V000009).

Signing himself as Corresponding Secretary, Purser tells him that "Our cause at this time is greatly embarrassed for want of public speakers." Purser instructs the recipient to see White at the Free Soil Gathering in Poughkeepsie, maintaining that "The harvest must not be permitted to perish for want of reapers." To that end, Purser has contracted with Senator Dix to speak as well, and requests that the recipient respond by tomorrow before noon so that they can telegraph to Poughkeepsie to let them know.

Porter thanks the recipient for her letter and states that nothing but extreme illness could have kept her from responding "and even now I write from my Bed. I am sufficiently better not to be confined within it, but I am not strong enough to remain off it." She hopes to be able to receive her visitor as her illness is nothing to alarm: a combination of nervousness and rheumatism, "both of which torments wreaked their utmost malice on my unhappy head." Porter wishes her friend a pleasant two-month stay on the Continent and asks about her traveling companions.

See also other letters in the collection from Emerson.

Emerson apologizes for his slow response to Norton's letter, explaining that it had been mislaid while he was absent from home. He accepts Norton's invitation to lecture on November 5th and states that if he prepares a lecture, the Association will pay him $50.

The letter bears the impression of a seal.

Griffith tells Allan "you will much oblige me" by showing some attention to Mr. Thomas Anderson, of Petersburgh, who is a near relation of Mr. Walders and will be visiting Edinburgh. Griffith mentions his plans to travel to Dublin which the snow has upset, as well as his visit to a limestone quarry which was filled with snow. He discusses the possibility of the presence of coal beneath the limestone in the Sunderland quarry, and includes an illustration. Griffith closes by discussing mutual acquaintances and his wife's ill health; he sends his best to Allan's wife as well.

The letter is typed on the Assistant Secretary of State letterhead.

Sayre is sending two copies of the commencement address he plans to give at Lehigh to Gramley, the University news editor.

For more information on the Packer family and their involvement with the Lehigh Valley Railroad and Lehigh University, see also the Asa Packer Mansion Museum (http://asapackermansionmuseum.homestead.com/).

Packer's signature appears at the bottom of a draft for $5000 dollars to be paid to Mr. Trotter from an account at the Easton Bank in Easton, Pennsylvania. Asa Packer was a captain of industry who built the Lehigh Valley Railroad and controlled a coal-mining empire in the mountains of eastern Pennsylvania. He also founded Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA in 1865. Born from humble beginnings, Packer became the third-wealthiest man in the United States, beginning his career in the canal industry and then branching out to railroads.

The letter is written on official President's Room, Lehigh University letterhead. See also additional letters in the collection from Coppée as well as a letter from his daughters to Edith Wharton about their father's work.

Coppée places on record an "official statement" of Roepper's rank and position at Lehigh, stating the "sincere regrets" of the University that he chose not to remain when "we would have gladly retained your valuable services." Coppée reviews Roepper's service as Professor of Mineralogy and Geology and Curator of the Museum since 1866, praising his knowledge and teaching skills. Prior to assuming the duties as the first President of Lehigh from 1866 to 1875, Coppée worked on the railroad, fought in the Army during the Mexican War, and taught at West Point and the University of Pennsylvania.

This document includes the original letter from Playfair to his publishers, Cadell & Davies; the publishers have then replied to Playfair in the space on the second recto sheet. The letter is date stamped. See also a letter from Banks in the collection.

Playfair states that the second part of the fifth volume of _Transactions of the Royal Society_ has been printed and will be shipped to London; he will send the recipients 200 copies and asks them to advise about the advertising schedule. Playfair also requests that a copy be sent to the Royal Society and another copy to Sir Joseph Banks. As for his own book ( _Illustrations of the Huttonian theory of the earth_ , 1802), Playfair would like to learn about the progress of its sales, especially in Dublin; he asks that copies be sent to Robert Berry, Major William Rennel, and Dr. Thomson.

See also other letters to Thomas Allan in the collection and another letter from John Playfair to his publishers.

Playfair affirms that "It gives me a great deal of pleasure to think that Geology is so much in vogue" with the men of the south part of the island. He addresses matters arising from Allan's long absence and solicits his advice. Playfair also mentions the editorial process of gathering papers for the _Transactions_ [of the Royal Society]. Allan was a prominent mineralogist with an extensive collection of natural history specimens. Playfair was a geologist whose works include _Illustrations of the Huttonian theory of the earth_ (1802).