
As I have not rec'd the proof, I take it things are lagging or postponed a little with the Critic (is that the name?)—
—In the Feb: N AReview there is a piece of mine about Poetry (a good many of my private sentiments publicly expressed)—Of course I should like to have it exploited—& by you if handy—Should you think proper, would it be worth while to get it in advance, for the Herald? (should the Review not be out when you get this) you can send to Mr Rice, the editor, or Mr Metcalf the business manager, & I think get the sheets—you can use my name—
Walt Whitman
Should you notice, send to me

In my last I addressed you at 757 Broadway—is either that, or the address to this letter, all right?
—Send me word more definitely about the Critic & mind the proof—send it in a letter, letter postage—& it will be returned same night—
—I am feeling real well for me this winter
WW