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3 I have not yet found out whether Gov. Markham was influenced by the Yosemite ring in withholding his approval of the free
road bill or simply by general economy. Robinson would I guess make a better timber agent than Mackenzie. M. I fear would
drink too much. Public opinion here is I am sure generally in favor of the resumption of the Yo-grant by the government. Only
Pix Irish would oppose for still John P. Irish he says Let Yosemite Valley be Or else you ll catch the devil Or me But who
the devil say the people Is he 4 Count me in the Defense Association. Armes will try to start a branch here But Californians
generally care very little about Yosemite forest parks. I greatly admire the fighting push pluck disp illegible ed in carrying
through the copyright Bill heartily congratulate you. Your verses in the last Century are very good, far the best thing I
have seen of yours. A perfect gem in expression holding a grand idea Wish I could visit? you your park your Century. Train
time I must run. Ever cordially yours John Muir