Letter from M. A. Leahy to John Muir, 1913 Apr 24.

[1]Marshfield Wis.April 24th 1913John Muir Esq.Martinez Calif.My dear SirA few days ago I saw in the Record Herald of Chicago a brief Sketch of John Muir. As I once knew a John Muir I examined the reference and came to the conclusion that the gentleman referred to was the same John Muir with whom I was acquainted more than fifty years ago at the Wis. University. A vivid recollection of the old days at the University came to me and I felt that I would be delighted to grasp your hand once more and give it a hearty shake.Fifteen years ago I met Prof Butler at his home in Madison. In the course of our conversation he asked me if I remembered John Muir. I responded that the last things that I would forget would be John Muir and his famous clock and bedHe called my attention to the great work05430 [2]you had accomplished on the Pacific slope; and the distinguished honors you had won in the realms of natural Science.I am an old man, friend Muir; The children call me Santa Claus. The sun of my brief day long since passed its meridian is now low down the western sky and will soon set in night. I may never enjoy the pleasure of meeting you again in this world but I hope that when life\u27s journey is ended, we may be permitted to renew our acquaintance in the land of the leal.I trust this letter will find you enjoying the choicest blessings of lifeM. A. Leahy0543