Smith indicates that his "heart & soul will be in New York" the following Tuesday (for the William Winter Testimonial). On letterhead of the Cumberland Club, Portland, Maine. With envelope addressed to Winter.

Winter praises the genius of the poet Bryant. Refers to Longfellow and Willis. Addressed from Fort Hill, New Brighton, Staten Island.

Winter writes that he does not remember that he ever saw a copy of the publication to which the recipient's letter referred. For many years he has avoided reading anything about himself, and the attacks which the recipient refers to remain unknown to Winter. Letter addressed "My Dear Sir." Addressed from No. 17 Third Ave., Fort Hill, New Brighton, S.I.

Regarding attending a performance at Belasco's Theatre. Includes integral address leaf addressed to Belasco at the Belasco Theatre, West 44th Street, New York City.

Offers his praise of Winter's character and writings. Signed "Arthur John Lockhart (Pastor Felix)." With accompanying envelope addressed to Winter at 46 Third Ave, New Brighton, Staten Island, New York. Endorsed by Winter: A.J. Lockhart, Rec'd March 9, 1916.

Thanks Winter for the consideration he has shown to his, Kellerd's, efforts. Written from 218 East 17th St., N.Y. on letterhead of the Garden Theatre. Accompanying envelope, addressed to William Winter, 46 (old number 13) 3rd Ave., New Brighton, Staten Island, (Richmond). Also, a typescript transcription of this letter.

Concerning a speech or poem Winter will give at the reception for Mr. Stedman. On letterhead of D. Appleton & Company, New York. Addressed to Winter in New Brighton, Staten Island. Signed from Rossiter Johnson as secretary of the Authors Club. At the bottom of the letter is an annotation by Winter indicating he went to the reception and delivered his speech.