February 10 Thursday – Marvin Henry Bovee wrote to Sam, flyer enclosed, once again (see Bovee’s Apr. 7, 1875) appealing for a visit and contribution by Clemens to the cause of ending capital punishment. Sam wrote on the letter, “From that inextinguishable dead beat who has infested legislatures for 20 years trying to put an end to capital punishment” [MTP].

Eighteen year old Isabella Bowman wrote from Williamsport to Clemens, begging for $5 [MTP]. Note: Sam wrote on the env. “No Answer”

Mrs. Charles F. Deihm wrote to “Frank Clements” asking for a writing sample for her paper [MTP]. Note: Sam wrote on the env. “Not Answered”