24 FEBRUARY 1950, Page 18

Thomas Hood '

SIR,—I am writing the life of Thomas Hood (1799-1845), and should like to hear of any letters, in'public or private hands, to or from him or his wife, including those used by his son and daughter for their Memorials. I am especially anxious to trace correspondence with the Reynolds family, Charles Dilke, Dr. and Mrs Elliot and John Wright, and with any publisher or editor for whom Hood wrote.

Any letters lent me I will promptly copy and return.—Yours, &c.,