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Chess 04 Oct 1923, Thu Brooklyn Eagle (Brooklyn, New York) Newspapers.com
At present both Rubinstein and Alekhine stand in Marshall's way, but the last named wishes to get into line, so that no one else may crowd him out. As a matter of whether Rubinstein, in view of this fact, there is considerable doubt failure to play up to form lately, will actually be a contender. He has until Jan. 1 to raise the money.
In the meantime Alekhine is planning to come to America; in fact, has decided to sail from the other side some time in November. That will bring him a lot closer to the object of his ambition. Should he fail, then Marshall expects to be ready for negotiations with Capablanca.
Following is the text of Marshall's letter to Capablanca:
Mr. Jose R. Capablanca,
Chess Champion of the World,
Havana, Cuba.
Dear Mr. Capablanca—Upon the suggestion of several friends, I write to ask you upon what terms you would play me a match. I know that there may be other masters in line, but should they fail to put up their forfeit, I am ready step into the ring and believe many Americans would like to see such a contest.
Hoping to have the pleasure of a reply, I remain, sincerely yours, (Signed) FRANK J. MARSHALL.
