17 November, 1919 Hon.Frank G. Howland Barre Vermont My dear Senator:-

In thinking over the situation as outlined by you over the phone last Saturday, it occurs to me that when you see those persons "near the throne", so to speak, it might be a good idea to give them something concrete to report back to Headquarters, some facts which may have es- caped the attention of the Governor and the knowledge of which might by chance cause him to see a light and realize that a special session would be the pleasantest way out of a bad situation!

Therefore on a separate sheet enclosed you will find the points which I trust may be conveyed in some way to his attention. With the American Legion affair together with the trial set for this week, one might think that he would like to take advantage of any fair opportunity to set himself right with the people of the State. Please let me know the outcome of your interview, and if you desire it will be considered confidential---at any rate, until you give me permission otherwise. I wrote Mr. Spargo as I said I would do, and you will probably hear from him.

Very truly yours, Chairman of Ratification

P.S. Of course you know Calafornia and Maine have ratified this month so we have more than half our quota!