Le Prade writes to Markham about the manuscripts of John Milton Scott and having them published posthumously. She expresses dismay about the situation and is concerned that she may not be able to raise the funds for their publication.
Le Prade thanks Markham for his willingness to write an introduction to her poetry. She talks of her studies at the Comnock School of Expression and writes of her discussions with John Milton Scott.
Branch invites Markham for a visit to celebrate Markham's birthday as well as hold a Socialist rally. Branch also mentions her acquaintance, Becker, an Alderman of the Socialist party.
Bynner writes a letter to Mrs. Markham regarding the death of Wheeler. Bynner expresses his belief that no religious ceremony should be held but a brief acknowledgment at the beginning of the next Poetry Society meeting would be appropriate. Bynner...
Grierson writes to Markham about an array of topics including various social issues and the financial independence of writers and poets and how it restrains them from criticizing certain men and writing about certain topics.
Sinclair writes about his upcoming book "Jimmie Higgins" and details about it being published, along with prices and other information. He includes reviews of "Jimmie Higgins" and "The Profits of Religion".
Herron writes to Markham informing him of his upcoming travel plans. Herron also supplies Markham with a list of recommended reading to help Markham speak and arouse the public.
Le Prade praises Markham for his work. She writes of various events in the Poet's Garden and looks forward to Markham's visit in January. She also writes of her hope that Markham move back to California and suggests a course on the poetry of...
Manuscript draft of a four-page letter from Lysander Spooner in Worcester [Massachusetts] to Gerrit Smith, dated March, 1850, in which Spooner accuses Gerrit of copyright infringement.
Antislavery movements--United States; Slavery--Law and Legislation
Manuscript draft of a four-page letter from Lysander Spooner in Boston [Massachusetts] to Gerrit Smith dated January 31, 1859, discussing the rights of slaves and outlining a strategy for aggressive liberation from the South.
