Letter, 1922, Nov. 11, San Jose, California [to] Mr. Edwin Markham, New York City. / Henry Mead Bland. 1922.

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Letter, 1922, Nov. 11, San Jose, California [to] Mr. Edwin Markham, New York City. / Henry Mead Bland. 1922.

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Henry still wanting to receive the 200 copies of California the Beautiful from Miss Ware. George Wharton James spoke in front of 90 people about the Booktery. Henry was out of town on business. Henry's book of poetry is being printed. He is also back at College at San Jose working hard. He thanks the Markham's for their comments on the Keeper of the Sheep. He would like an autograph slip for Virginia Park. Senator Phelan has inspected the Markham House. Enclosed are 3 of Henry's poems.

6 p. 3 leaves ; 18-25 cm.

Wagner College, Horrmann Library

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Wagner College, Horrmann Library

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