Winter discusses casting of upcoming Sarah Bernhardt and Constant Coquelin performances of and and comments that " in French is a treat." Also wishes Mrs. Adams' brother a speedy recovery.

Winter mentions visiting the grave of Matthew Arnold and condoles with Booth over the death of Booth's sister, Asia Booth Clarke.

Winter responds to questions regarding Mrs. Pincott, who was apparently one of the sisters of James William Wallack. He questions Brown about the Usher family and the memoirs of S.H. Ward.

Winter expresses his interest in the Usher letters lent to him by Brown and discusses his joint search with Brown to determine whether Mrs. Usher is the same person as Mrs. Pincote.

Winter discusses resources to exchange with Brown for their writings on theatrical history. The letter ends discussing the death of Winter's son Arthur.

Winter thanks Brown for the Siddons playbill ("a precious relic!") and regrets he has not had more time to devote to correspondence. He also encloses "characteristic letters" from Lester Wallack, Joseph Jefferson, E.L. Davenport, and Genevieve Ward (no longer with this letter).

Winter requests information regarding the publication date of the latest edition of The American Stage. In the postscript, he requests the death date of Mrs. Melinda Jones.

Winter requests information regarding the birth year of William Isherwood and John Hare as well as the death dates of A.J. Neafie and Marie Seebach.

Winter apologizes for leaving Bryant suddenly at the theater on the previous night. The postscript mentions an upcoming speech by Henry Irving.

Winter discusses his delay in sitting for a photograph at Bryant's request and the upcoming dedication of a monument to Edwin Booth. In a postscript, he mentions that he has revised , and written (to be published next fall).

Winter thanks Bryant for his account of the Edwin Booth monument dedication and states "The alteration of Shakespeare's words, in the inscription, is in bad taste." He also promises to relay Bryant's message to Henry Irving, encloses a playbill for Faust (no longer present), and comments on Hamlet's madness.

Winter discusses a dramatic version of George Du Maurier's novel by Paul Potter, a journalist Winter believes was convicted of libel.

Winter thanks Bryant for his previous letter and appreciation for his work.

Winter poses a question about a painting depicting Sarah Siddons, John Kemble, and Charles Kemble in the trial scene of (presumably George Harlow's ""). Also mentions and in passing.

Winter makes a research request of Buel and discusses J. Forbes-Robertson's portrait of Samuel Phelps.

Winter discusses Augusta Dargon's performance of Elizabeth in a production of , "Shakespeare's tragedy adapted to spectacle effects," which is to be produced at Niblo's.

Winter renews his subscription to the Dunlap Society.

Winter discusses the possibility of creating a book including poems on theatrical occasions and portraits of actors and actresses.

Winter cautions Carey to have the printer use careful handling with a rare pamphlet.

Winter discusses his contribution to the Dunlap book.

Winter discusses the Dunlap book of his speeches.

Winter discusses the proof of his book of speeches.

Winter discusses the existence of an engraving of his portrait and mentions the reproduction of Mr. Marble's picture of him in E.C. Stedman's book on American Literature.

Winter discusses edits for a title page for a book and mentions he no longer has a copy of the .

Winter sends a photograph of himself to Carey and mentions that he sent the Marble portrait last night.

Winter discusses edits to the Dunlap Book of his speeches and requests Carey's help in ensuring that certain speeches are not misprinted.

Winter discusses writing to Henry Irving to secure backing for his book and mentions the potential for similar books in the future about Edwin Booth, Adelaide Neilson, Mary Anderson, Lawrence Barrett, and others.

Winter discusses the receipt of Daly's letter and the possibility of publishing it.

Winter thanks Daly for offering the "opportunities of rest and a temporary relief from the pressure of care."

Winter writes of his plans for an expedition to England and desire to bring his son Louis, who "has long been in a state of adoration of Miss Rehan." Mentions that Miss (Mary?) Anderson's family, Mr. Bingen, Henry Irving, William Gardner Colbourne, Henry Arthur Jones, among others will expect him to visit.

Winter thanks Daly for an invitation to dinner and declines due to illness. Winter also briefly mentions a performance of .

Winter writes Daly of his trip to the cemetery to leave flowers on the grave of his son. Postscript mentions Winter's intention of attending a closing night performance and the upcoming publication of an article of his on the in Harper's Weekly.

Winter writes Daly of his arrival in Ireland.

Winter writes of his arrival to London on the following day and a recent social interaction with Virginia Dreher. Winter also sends regards to Ann Hartley Gilbert and Ada Rehan, and he quotes a "candid letter from Lawrence Barrett."

Winter provides feedback to Daly regarding his play book (presumably Love's labour's lost).

Winter requests two copies of his book on Ada Rehan and indicates his hope that Daly is continuing on with his biography of his brother, Augustin Daly.

Winter expresses appreciation for the Lawrence Barrett medallion that Edwards gave him.

Recipient possibly Henry Edwards.

Winter declines an invitation to attend the Lotos Club banquet in honor of Henry Irving, but describes Irving's merit at length (comparing his achievements favorably to those of David Garrick, William Macready, and Charles Kean). Also mentions Ellen Terry, Edwin Booth, Joseph Jefferson, Ada Rehan, Helena Modjeska

Winter writes about a "sad memento" sent by Elderkin and describes his long acquaintance with Charles Clapp. Winter also inquires about the completion date of the Lotos Club speech book.

Winter objects to word limit restrictions imposed on weekly drama articles in Harper's Weekly, especially when writing on "such large and complex subjects as Sarah Bernhardt's acting, Rostand's , and the Sothern-Marlowe revival of . He also mentions two articles - "American Actors Abroad" and "Shakespeare Spells Ruin" - that he also wrote before hearing about the 3000 word limit.

Winter regretfully declines an invitation to the Shakespeare Society.

Winter requests that Fiske save four seats at the Manhattan Theater for Mr. Partington and two tickets for himself to see the last performance of Mary Anderson's New York career. Winter also discusses the notices he receives and his dislike of the press.

Winter praises Mrs. Fiske's acting as Mary Magdala and sends Fiske several letters of praise from lawyers. Winter also complains of the notices he receives from his publishers and of the contemporary press.

Winter discusses a dramatic performance and provides critiques of Miss Riccardo and Mr. Bosworth. Winter also mentions having received a manuscript from Fiske and his opinion of Catherine Lowell.

Winter promises to call on Flower when he returns to Stratford. Winter also mentions his visit to the Irish Exhibition.

Winter expresses his joy at receiving Flower's gift of an edition of Shakespeare.

Winter presents a paper written by Hon. Charles R. Pope (U.S. Consul at Toronto, Canada) to Foord for consideration. Mentions that Pope was once a theater manager in St. Louis and that he is "an enthusiast abt. Shakespeare."

Winter writes a quick note to wish Robertson-Forbes and his wife happiness on Christmas.

Winter discusses the paper he wrote about Robertson-Forbes for the Century magazine.

Winter condoles with Gilder regarding the recent death of Richard Watson Gilder.

Winter thanks Gillis for a favor and welcomes any information Gillis might find regarding David Belasco.

Typed carbon copy unsigned.

Winter discusses information about Dion Boucicault and David Belasco sent by Gillis and requests cast lists for several early theatrical productions in San Francisco. Winter also thanks Gillis for the names and addresses of Miss Jeannie Weir, Mr. Sam Davis, and Mr. Jos. T. Goodman.

Winter discusses the authorship of various written articles on the dedication of Ward's statue of Shakespeare in Central Park.

Winter asks about a Clover Club meeting.

Winter thanks Laffan for his invitation to join the staff of the New York Sun and describes his intention to go away for a brief rest.

Winter discusses the death of Edith Colborne James.

Winter discusses Henry Irving, whose autograph Magonigle had requested.

Winter sends Magonigle the obituary of Mrs. Anderson and requests the full cast list for Julius Caesar as presented by Edwin Booth at Booth's Theater on Christmas Night 1871. Winter also mentions his work with promptbooks.

Winter requests Edwin Booth's promptbook for Macbeth.

Winter requests the actual promptbook that Edwin Booth used during Macbeth, instead of a different copy sent to him by Magonigle. Also mentions the library edition of the promptbook, which contains 16 plays in 3 volumes (Julius Caesar being the sixteenth).

Winter offers help to Mansfield and discusses his career as a theater critic for the Tribune. Winter also mentions Henry Irving.

In the postscript, Winter suggests that Mansfield call his theater Mansfield's Theater.

Winter thanks Mansfield for the seat he sent to view another performance of King Henry V with Mansfield in the title role. Winter also declines an invitation, alluding to an actor who dislikes him.

Winter indicates that the magazine editors are eager to have a story about Mansfield. Winter also comments that the theater season is closing with farces, "the greatest farce of all being Mr. E.H. Sothern in Shylock & Hamlet!".

Winter encourages Mansfield to continue with Shakespeare (mentioning specifically the roles of King John and Falstaff) and discusses his dislike of Henrik Ibsen's plays.

Winter thanks Mayer for his information regarding the life of David Belasco and sends Mayer a chronology of Belasco's life to review.

Winter discusses a previous letter that was not received and explains his work on David Belasco's life is hampered by difficulty in obtaining exact statements.

Marked as urgent.

Winter declines to undertake a task suggested by Meyer.

Winter mentions the dedication of the new building of the Staten Island Academy at St. George, New Brighton. Winter also discusses Henry Irving's wish that Nast's painting ("The Immortal Light of Genius") hang in the Arthur Winter Memorial Library.

Winter confirms receipt of Nast's painting The Immortal Light of Genius for the Arthur Winter Memorial Library in the Staten Island Academy and discusses issues of ownership surrounding the painting.

Winter discusses the return of a painting to Nast ("The Immortal Light of Genius").

Winter relates how he wrote an ode that he intended Sir Henry Irving to deliver at the Lyceum Theater, London on the night of King Edward VII's coronation. Winter discusses the potential use of the ode.

Winter discusses "the Jefferson book" and mentions that Joseph Jefferson still awaits receipt of the Burke portrait and other pictures. Additionally, Winter discusses his prior experiences with publishers such as R.H. Stoddard.

Encloses a list of individuals who should receive copies of .

Winter requests that Osgood send a copy of Winter's poems to W.J. Florence and Charles Delmonico.

In a postscript, Winter also asks when a complete edition of the books of Wilkie Collins will be available.

Winter expresses joy on receiving an edition of Sterne and mentions his acquaintance with Carlyle.

Winter explains a typographical misprint in the Tribune calling Plympton "disgraceful" as Orlando.

Winter expresses gratitude for a gift and explains his appreciation for Rehan's friendship.

Winter praises Rehan's performance of Rosalind and thanks her again for a birthday gift.

Winter forwards Rehan a letter from Mr. Austin praising her performance (no longer with this letter). Winter also recounts positive impressions of her portrayal of Rosalind from Sir Arthur and Lady Hodgson and Mrs. Laffan.

Winter wishes Rehan a delightful voyage.

Winter confirms the piece "Miss Edith Makes It Pleasant for Brother Jack" is probably the one he desires. Winter thanks Rowland for his help.

Winter requests a first folio of Shakespeare for examination before deciding whether to purchase it.

Winter explains his late reply to a request for a sketch of himself and expresses his opinion that the series planned by Shakespeariana seems unimportant.

Winter gives permission for Mrs. Silsby to reprint some of his poems in a collection of poems about Shakespeare (presumably , edited by Silsby).

Winter approves of the readings selected by Mrs. Silsby and requests, but does not require, a proof of her book (presumably , edited by Silsby).

Envelope only

Winter discusses his poetry at the request of Simons.

Winter discusses Stedman's "Alice of Monmouth," for which Winter had given a good notice in the . Also criticizes an article by Mr. Ottarson of the Tribune: "the allusion to Ada Clare is especially unjust, insolent, and cruel, beside being superfluous."

Winter mentions that an article he wrote on the Madison Square opening was "written in frantic haste, between 11:30 & 1 at night." He further comments on the process of writing reviews: "the whole subject, and all that it involves is thus greatly over-rated."

Winter repeatedly thanks Stedman for his kindness in writing and apologizes for not writing back sooner. He also refers to the death of Longfellow and expresses gratitude that Stedman enjoyed .

Winter comments on his health, mentions an article on Mary Anderson, and indicates he returned home that morning after being out all night, at Wallack's Theatre and the Tribune, where he wrote an article.

Winter requests a copy of one of Stedman's stanzas, with signature, to be inserted in a copy of his American Anthology. Suggests a stanza from the poem about Shelley "or any stanza that is a favorite of yours."

With envelope addressed to Edmund Clarence Stedman, No. 67 Irving Place, New York City.

Winter sends condolences on the death of Stedman's wife.

With envelope addressed to Edmund Clarence Stedman, Esq., Lawrence Park, Bronxville, New York, P.O. Box 113.

Winter sends condolences and regrets that he is "worn out in health and unable to attend the funeral." Pencil annotation in another hand "Mr. Winter on the death of Mr. Stedman's son, and my father."

With envelope addressed to Edmund Clarence Stedman, Esq., Lawrence Park, Bronxville, New York, P.O. Box 113.

Addressed simply "My Dear Sir," but refers to recipient in closing as "my dear Mr. Stoddard." Winter writes concerning republication of poems in the Weekly Review; Mrs. Clare did not mention the fact that they had already been printed in the Californian.

Winter thanks Stuart for his kindness "at the time of that sad death + great bereavement;" he also mentions the recent death of Harry Beckett and asks for news of "poor Sothern."

Winter refers to his article on Booth's Theatre (in the of November 18) and assures Stuart that he had never intended a slight upon him, contrary to what certain friends of Stuart's have thought.

Winter indicates he has been ill and has neglected many things. Mentions "the hideous injustice of the newspaper libel on Miss Georgia Cayran," Henry Irving's "very hard illness," and asks after McKee. Address given as "Home."

Winter reports that the Lotos Club is to have a copy of the , refers to his meeting with Bram Stoker the previous week and Henry Irving's reappearance, and mentions writing about Mme. Ponisi in the Tribune of February 22.

Winter offers biographical information about Henry Placide and sends kindest remembrances to Judge Daly.

Winter writes about the news of Augustin Daly's death. In a postscript, Winter conjectures that Joseph Daly will write his brother's biography, otherwise he would undertake that task.

Winter confirms that he is in feeble health, responds to Taylor's inquiry regarding letters for theatrical books, and expresses hope that Taylor has seen Edward Terry, especially as Phenyl in Sweet Lavender.

Winter shares his feelings on his lost friendship with Terry.

Winter shares thoughts regarding the upcoming publication of his poems.

Winter mentions that Mr. Brett of the Macmillan Company had long ago suggested a book of recollections. He also refers to Richard Mansfield's farewell supper.

With autograph poem signed by William Winter, 1906, with first line "The future & the past are blended."

Winter sends his father $12 for rent and sends brief news.

Winter sends his wife news, including mention of their sons Louis and Willie (i.e. Jefferson Winter), Douglas Taylor, and "Mr. Jefferson's lecture at the Academy" (presumably Joseph Jefferson at the Academy of Dramatic Arts).

Winter mentions Louis N. Parker's postponed visit to America, expresses concerns about Elsie Leslie's marriage to Jefferson Winter, and shares his opinion that Leslie is unsuited for a "moving picture engagement."

Winter gives news, including mentions of Mrs. Coit and Judge de Courcy. He also comments on the death of Elsie Leslie's father.

Winter shares news of his son Louis' death. With a printed copy of his memorial poem "Louis" with the first line "A kingly name! and like a king."

Winter acknowledges receipt of the recipient's application, but regrets he is compelled to forgo the work requested since his "thoughts are full of Sothern, Mathers, and other topics, that must immediately be treated in the ."

Winter states that "the portraits will be received with honors," promises to forward a playbill of Henry Irving as Hamlet, and identifies a photograph as being of the second Mrs. Booth (i.e. Mary Frances McVicker).

Recipient possibly the same as recipient of Y.c.573 (111).

Winter acknowledges receipt of three portraits which are now at the framemaker. He will send a copy of a book of portraits privately published by Daly, for which he wrote the introduction and three sketches. Winter also mentions that Henry Irving and Ellen Terry have presented 139 volumes to the library commemorating his deceased son.

Recipient possibly the same as recipient of Y.c.573 (110).

Winter indicates that he has made it a rule of his life not to read notices of his books and comments that "Macaulay did not write 'My mind to me a kingdom is' & Charles T. Congdon, were he living, might not like to be called 'Charles Condon.'" Address given simply as "The Tribune."

Winter wishes to comply with Nast's wish to have "The Immortal Light of Genius" returned to Sir Henry Irving and Nast's possible interest in having an engraving made.