The following letter was received with the July 1997 issue of the _Mark Twain Society Bulletin_ (Elmira, NY), Vol. XX, No. 2. After twenty years of publication, this is apparently the *last* issue of what has become a modest but excellent newsletter published twice a year. Under the editorship of Robert D. Jerome and Herbert A. Wisbey, Jr., and with the assistance of Associate Editor, Malcolm M. Marsden, the _Bulletin_ published notable articles about Mark Twain's association with Elmira, helpful book reviews, features on the Mark Twain Collection at Elmira College and other items about Mark Twain. The current (and final) issue contains the following: "Elmira College's Mark Twain Collection" by Herbert A. Wisbey, Jr. and Mark Woodhouse. "International Conference, August 14-16" by Gretchen Sharlow. "The Mark Twain Society" (a history). unsigned. Book Reviews: _Lighting Out for the Territory; Reflections on Mark Twain and American Culture_ by Shelley Fisher Fishkin. Reviewed by Malcolm Marsden. _Thomas K. Beecher, Minister to a Changing America, 1824-1900_ by Myra C. Glenn. Reviewed by Herbert A. Wisbey, Jr. Insert: Index to Volumes XI-XX (1988-1997) The Mark Twain Society itself is "under discussion." One can only hope that it will continue and flourish--and that one day, the _Bulletin_ will be revived. For those of us who do not live near enough to visit Elmira often, the Mark Twain Society and the _Bulletin_ have provided a vital link to one of the most important sites in Mark Twain studies. I want to express my appreciation for the work of Robert D. Jerome, Herbert A. Wisbey, Jr., Malcolm M. Marsden, the members of the Mark Twain Society, and all who made the _Bulletin_ both a joy to read and a valuable reference. Kevin Bochynski List Administrator The Mark Twain Forum ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Text of letter: Mark Twain Society, Inc. Box 3225 Elmira, NY 14905 July 17, 1997 Letter from the Editors We regret to announce that this issue of the _Bulletin_ is the last that we will publish. We have reached the point where we can no longer do the job and have not been able to find anyone willing to take it on. We have, therefore, concluded reluctantly that this will be the last issue. We are proud of the issues we have published in the last twenty years and have been gratified by the response from our readers. The Mark Twain Society, the _Bulletin's_ sponsor, was founded to publicize the author's association with Elmira and this objective has been accomplished successfully beyond our expectations. The _Bulletin_ was begun to print the additional material that turned up after our book, _Mark Twain in Elmira_, was published in 1977. We added reviews of some of the many books about Mark Twain and these were favorably received. We thank the many people who have assisted in producing the _Bulletin_ by writing articles, book reviews or sending in news notes and comments. The future of the Mark Twain Society itself is under discussion. Members will be kept informed and will make the final decision. Suggestions will be welcomed by the Secretary. Herbert A. Wisbey, Jr. Robert D. Jerome