July 21, 1905 Mr. Arthur E. Baggs Marblehead, Mass.
My dear Arthur:-
I have your letter of the 29th inst., and will do what I can to help you out. I am writing Caulkins today about a kiln, and I am sending you today by mail a small batch of the white glaze, the same as last time, so you can try some colors. Professor Orton will send assorted cones, if you like, but the fifty cone only cost fifty cents, and it seems hardly worth while to divide a box. Let me know if you can fire the kilns in accordance with my last letter; I feel sure you will get better results.
In regard to your question about Chicago, I cannot advise your acceptance of the place at present. Your tuition in the University would not go far as regards ceramics and in any case I would like to keep you with me a little longer. The experience you are now getting will be valuable.
Yours sincerely
CFB/B.
