21 April 1925

Chenery, William L., 1884-1974

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Arthur Ruhl

One letter dated April 21, 1925, from William L. Cheney, editor of Collier's Magazine. Makes recommendations for Ruhl's article about U.S. and Haitan relations. Requests a stronger connection to the American reader. Chenery writes, "I believe that this comment is sound and that we have to reckon with the fact that the average reader doesn't care a hang about the whole business unless he is lured into it by the sheer interest of the narrative."

GLC09757.03

28 April 1925

Chenery, William L., 1884-1974

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Arthur Ruhl

One letter dated April 28, 1925 from William L. Chenery. Perceives that if the article about Haiti cannot have lighter tone that he will accept it. Points out that Ruhl should approach the article differently. He writes, "I do hope, however, that you can see your way clear to recognize the necessities of the audience. It's human nature that we're up against, and as a democrat, I cannot bring myself to quarrel with the human race."

GLC09757.05

12 May 1925

Chenery, William L., 1884-1974

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Arthur Ruhl

One letter from William L. Chenery dated May 12, 1925. Recalls that his article "The New Haiti" is "a splendid performance." Congratulates him on the article.

GLC09757.06