Letter written by Herzl to an unknown recipient with requests apparently related to printing his books. In the letter, Herzl pushes him to hurry the printing, because they are “throwing stones at every one of us from all sides.” Herzl may be referring to an attack against him from within the Zionist movement, because in 1899, there was much internal criticism from within the Zionist movement against Herzl.
Editorial Office
Vienna
Kolowratring, Fichtegasse Nr. 31 30.8.99
Dearest Friend,
In a hurry I have to tell you that on account of various circumstances I will not be able to be in London on the 15th, but only on the 20th of June.
With warm greetings,
Mr. Herzl
PS:
After finishing the letter, I am receiving the news that everything depends upon the punctual printing of the ….
As I am told, you have accepted the responsibility to make provision for the printing.
I beg you, dearest Mr. …. not to lose one minute, since we have to carry out at once all the things which we have taken on, if this elaborate work is to succeed. Anyway they are throwing stones at every one of us from all sides.
On the 20th of June, we absolutely have to take all necessary measures.
I request an immediate response./ Address: IX Tuerkenstrasse.
[1] leaf official stationery written on both sides. 14×22 cm. Very fine condition