Letter from John G. Neihardt to Mildred R. Bennett, February 9, 1971

5835 Vine Street Lincoln, Nebraska 68505 February 9, 1971 Mrs. Mildred R. Bennett 329 North Cedar Red Cloud, Nebraska 68970 Dear Mildred:

Excuse this typewriter. I am trying to catch up on my correspondence after being here and there.

Yes, I was interviewed by Dick Cavett — for four hours on end and it was most successful. I'll tell you something he said if you won't accuse me of bragging. In a interview with Arthur Godfrey he stated brazenly that he thought I was the most interesting person he had ever interviewed. I did tell you this not because I believe it but because it tells you how Dick Cavett feels. I would not tell it if I did not know you are my friend.

And I really don't believe it.

It is good to hear how our young lady has developed. She is a sweetheart.

I am very happy to know about your son's continuing success.

Please say especially nice things to the Doctor for me. He and I used to "click" and would still if we could be together. Finally, I rather like you, too!!

With all good thoughts, your friend John G. Neihardt