Lyman C. Draper to Josephine E. Smalley

Draper is writing to offer condolences on the passing of William Walker Jr. He notes that he began writing to Walker Jr. in 1852, and their correspondence continued until 1873. Draper says that he visited Walker Jr. in 1868, and he took a "good many notes on historical matters" during his visit. In speaking about Walker Jr. Draper says that he had a "very high regard for him & rank him among the remarkable men of the country." If possible, Draper would like to have Walker's historical papers and any other items of historical interest.