To Comrade Andrey, or if he is not in Petersburg, then to Nos. 3, 6, and others — Dear friend! I was extremely sorry to hear that you believe Vasily is exaggerating the significance of the "Day." In fact, it is precisely in the "Day" and its organization that the crux of the situation now lies. Without achieving reform and proper organization here, we will come to bankruptcy—both material and political. The "Day" is a necessary organizational means for rallying and advancing the movement. Only

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* The manuscript of the document is partially damaged. Words placed in square brackets have been restored according to sense. Several words remain undeciphered. —Ed.