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This letter written by Grover Cleveland Alexander, dated Monday 1-23-39, reads "Mr. Jimmy Powers Want to take this way of thanking you for the nice articles you have written about me. Things are going along nicely and still have hopes of something worth while coming my way. Am still interested in the old game. I guess it's all I know. Sincerely your friend GC Alexander"

This letter from Bill Klem reads "Dear Harry: Enclosed find check as per your request, also (sic) my ex. acct. for trip home. You can if you wish deduct the 30.00 from the expense act. in that case you can return the check, however it is up to you. Give my kindest regards & wishes for a pleasant off season to the office force in general, and particularly to the Boss (Ford Frick), and with every good wish to Emily & self I am Yours truly "W.J. Klem"

This letter from Effa Manley to John Holway, noted author and historian, dated November 4, 1975, reads: "Dear John, Your book was supposed to be published last month and I was sure I would hear from you as soon as it was, has there been another delay? You had also written me a long time ago to expect a check from Todd Meade – It has never come – please tell me what happened. I am so very anxious to read “Voices From The Great Black Baseball Leagues. Will really welcome a note from you – Sincerely Effa Manley”

Letter to Ed Barrow that reads "Dear Ed: I have just received a notice that the "American Forests Magazine will be coming along again this year. I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed it, as well as the "National Geographic." They are both most interesting and educational. Thought I'd be in line for a good rest but there was considerable confusion here upon arrival and am still trying to iron things out (Labor troubles due to poor handling - bad moves from a judgement angle, etc). However the air as well as the hens are good so what the L-. Thanks again my best to Mrs. B. Audrey and yourself. Hurriedly As Ever Tom"

Letter to Ed Barrow that reads "Dear Ed: I have just received a notice that the "American Forests Magazine will be coming along again this year. I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed it, as well as the "National Geographic." They are both most interesting and educational. Thought I'd be in line for a good rest but there was considerable confusion here upon arrival and am still trying to iron things out (Labor troubles due to poor handling - bad moves from a judgement angle, etc). However the air as well as the hens are good so what the L-. Thanks again my best to Mrs. B. Audrey and yourself. Hurriedly As Ever Tom"