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174 -2- following: "The idea of erecting a tablet to Edgar Allen Poe, is a happy one and would be most suitable, as Mr. Whistler had such an admiration for his poetry". I have spoken with several other friends concerning the matter, and all have expressed [[strikethrough]] much [[/strikethrough]] their approval. I hope something appropriate can be accomplished. Believe me, Very sincerely yours, Charles L Freer Dr. Edward S. Holden, Librarian, Library United States Military Academy, West Point, New York.