Text: Edgar Allan Poe to James E. Root — April 18, 1846 (LTR-228a)

New-York: April 18. 46.

Dear Sir,

A complete copy of the B. J. can be obtained of Mr. Cornelius Mathews, 140 Nassau St. N. Y. up stairs — or, if you prefer it, enclose me the subscription price ($3.) and I will leave a copy for you at any place you shall designate in this city.

Respy. Yr. Ob St.
Edgar A Poe.

Jas E. Root Esqr

P.S. — I have none in my possession or would willingly spare you a copy, gratis.