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First draft of letter, in note-book 59 (61) Martinez, Oct. 21, 190 0 Mr. L. A. Maynard, Dear Sir: Referring to your
favor of Sept.? I am sorry to say that I have so much work already on my hands for the coming year I cannot now say whether
I will be able to write the newspaper letter you propose or not. with thanks for your kind offer, I am, Very truly, J.
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