24^th February 1898

Court Street,

Westminster

Maryland

1. S. A.

Respected Sir,

            In cas you may not have already seen its, I enclose herewith a reading article of the journal “Observer” on the iniquitous trials to wich you have been subjected and the infamous sentence passed upon you by a judge who has proved himself to be a disgrace to his high position.

            With every sentiment of sympathy and respect,

            I remain, Sir,

M E. Zola faithfully yours,