Dear Friends, Jim Wilson's wife Mary Ann has informed me that The University of Southwestern Louisiana is establishing a collection of Mark Twain books to memorialize Jim. Those wishing to participate may send contributions to the James D. Wilson Collection, The English Department,University of Southwestern Louisiana, P.O. Box 44691 Lafayette, LA 70504. We at the Elmira College Center for Mark Twain Studies are grief-stricken at the loss of Jim Wilson. It was Jim's wish that we proceed with the conference on "The State of Mark Twain Studies" to celebrate the centennial of - Following the Equator - and to honor Hamlin Hill upon the occasion of his retirement. We will do this in memory of our dear friend. Gretchen Sharlow Director Elmira College