attention; but we do not think it would prove a success, and it is therefore returned to you herewith. We do not care to publish third-rate books. We remain yours obediently,
J. Moggridge & Co.
To H. Quilter, Esq., P. O. Bethnal Green.
Sir:—I have to return your paper on Universal Art. It is not without merit; but I consider art such an important subject that I mean to deal with it exclusively myself. With thanks for kindly appreciation of my new venture.
I am yours faithfully,
To John Morley, Esq., Smith Street, Blackwall.
Sir:—Yes, I distinctly remember meeting you on the occasion to which you refer, and it is naturally gratifying to me to hear that you enjoy my writing so much. Unfortunately, however, I am unable to accept your generous offer to do Lord Beaconsfield for the "English Men of Letters" series, as the volume has been already arranged for.
Yours sincerely,
J. Moggridge,
To F. C. Burnand, Esq., Peebles, N.B.
Sir:—The jokes which you forwarded to Punch
