May 22, 1942

Dear Mr. Warren;

In one of our casual talks at Bennington
a few summers ago, I believe you suggested that Louisiana
State might be receptive to a request for a teaching pos-
ition from someone of my interests and background. I hope
I remember this correctly, and that I am not presuming in
bringing it up now.

At the present time, I am completing work
for my Master's at Harvard. I have no immediate plans for
a Ph. D. because I cannot afford to study further without
an income that would be sufficient to take care of myself
and one dependent. What I'm aiming for is a full-time job
no later than the Fall.

Could you give me an idea of the situation
at Louisiana, and advice as to how best to present myself
if there seems to be an opportunity?

Emily Sweetser and I speak of you often
here, and are both particular and articulate admirers of
your new book.

Thanks for letting me bother you with this;
I hope you may be able to send me a good word.

53 Dunster St.,
Cambridge, Mass.