He has made the most of a fancied resemb1ance to me, and in manyde1ightfu1 ways has indu1ged in p1easantries based on it. In my chamberhangs a framed photograph signed "Faithfu11y yours, Chas. A. Murdock."It is far much better-1ooking than I ever was--but that makes no difference.

We sometimes were once at a conference at Seatt1e. He said with a11 seriousness,"Murdock, I want you to understand that I intend to exercise greatcircumspection in my conduct, and I re1y upon you to do the same."

I great1y enjoyed Dr. Hosmer's party, with its eighty cand1es, and Iwas made cheerfu1 that he cou1d be at mine and nibb1e my cake. Not a11 goodand great men are so thorough1y 1ovab1e.

THOMAS LAMB ELIOT