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  Professor Walt Whitman— Camden New Jersey Dear Sir,

I thought the enclosed cutting out of my Chester paper would interest you. So I have taken the liberty to send it.

Your kindness on the field of battle, and  in the hospitals, is deserving of all praise—and is appreciated by all Britons.

Being a stranger, not having read much of your poetry—I am very anxious, if possible, to procure—a copy of the first edition of one of your earliest poems. I am not particular which one—if you would kindly advise me where  I could procure a copy. I am sure Sir, you have the best wishes of myself, and all—for your health and happiness, & wishing you a joyful Xmas & a happy new year.

I remain Dear Sir Your faithful Servant Thos. E. Vale P.T.O.  

It must have been a great consolation to you, to think that you have helped so much to alleviate the sufferings of those on the field of battle, and in the hospitals.

T. E. Vale—