Signed autographed letter to "my dear Minister" [Dumont, according to a pencil note] - 1 page in-8. I had hoped to be able to personally hand you the letter that is enclosed in this envelope, but the duties of a conscientious administrator have held me back for too long... Please do not hold it against me, as I have worked for the good of the public. This letter has been drafted based on the terms we have already agreed upon. I therefore dare to hope that it will receive your full approval.