Thomas Z. Lee, Esq., Augusta, Me., January 14, 1909.
Secretary-General American Irish Historical Society,
Providence, R. I.
My dear Mr. Lee: I have received your several communications in regard to the meeting and annual dinner on January 16 at Washington, and I planned to go, but things have so shaped themselves that I find it impossible to leave at this time. I certainly regret very much my inability to attend, but do wish you all possible success.
Believe me, Yours respectfully,
Thomas J. Lynch.
Hon. Thomas Z. Lee, New York, January 14, 1909.
Acting Secretary-General,
Providence, R. I.
My dear Judge: I have to thank you for your letter of the 13th inst., but regret that I shall not be able to leave New York on Saturday to attend the meeting of our Society in Washington. Herewith I give you my check for $5 to cover the amount of my dues for the current year.