Lexington. Va Septr 30, 1867
Dear Sir,
Your letter of Sept 2d has been recd, making inquiries into the character of a work written by Mr McCabe who is represented as a member of my staff, as you inform me. I have not recd Mr McCabe's work, but the criticisms which I have heard of it have not been favorable. Mr McCabe was not a member of my staff. I have the honor to be
Very Respectfully Yours
R E Lee
R. E. Lee CollectionLeyburn Library