November 17 Tuesday – Isabel Lyon’s journal: “Benares came back” [MTP: IVL TS 79].

Frank Bohrer, “a poor boy afflicted with locomotor ataxia which caused blindness” wrote from Sherrill, NY to ask Sam for a signed picture postcard [MTP]. Note: “Autogr. Sent Dec 7. 08. MLH”

Elva Fernald wrote from Topeka, Kans. to Sam, about to give a talk on Mark Twain, and thinking “a few words directly from” his pen “would add greatly to the enjoyment…”  [MTP]. Note: IVL: “Unable to grant request”

Lida May Smith wrote from Columbus, Ohio to ask if they might have the honor of enrolling Clemens as an honorary member in their Longevity League; also an article for their book [MTP]. Note: “Ans. Nov. 17 MLH”