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[[pencilled in top margin}} Ames, Russell

letterhead 15 Charlton Street New York 14, N.Y.

16 Nov 58

Dear Jack- I'm sorry to hear about all your troubles with the death of your son-in-law. And I can see that how less than ever will you have energy for the memoirs I suggest. Just the same, I still urge you to think of doing something on it. Isn't there a Maecenas or a Foundation that would at least supply you with tape and recorder? You could then freely associate in very odd and rare moments with a minimum of effort.

   If you can find any urban material for me in your files, I'll be