Letter

Scope and Content

From J[ohn] H. Johnston, jeweller of New York, and friend and admirer of Whitman. Refers to: the death of Hinton's wife; his intention to write a piece on Whitman for publication, at the apparent request of Dr [R.M.] Bucke; [his son] Albert, who has graduated, but who may be unable to visit Canada during the summer, due to Johnston's lack of money and the necessity of his assistance in the shop. He sends love to Bucke and his children.

Dated at: New York [USA].

Includes envelope.