September 30 Thursday – The Oct. 31 bill from Western Union shows a telegram sent to Elmira, recipient unspecified (see Oct. 31 entry).

Joseph N. Verey wrote from Liverpool that he was “well and prospering” as a guide. He praised Madam Parker and friends, “having traveled …during four months on the Continent” with them. He sent a little souvenir (not in file) for the Clemens children and asked if Sam would be coming over again [MTP].