RKBP-032

Fairfield Illinois.

John A. Kennicott M.D. April 9th 1855.

Dear Sir.

In the April No. of the "Prairie Farmer," I see an article upon "Roots for a Field Crop;" and supposing from its place[underlined] in the "Farmer", that you were the writer[underlined] or author; and wanting to get some of the genuine[underlined] Parsnip and Carrot seed, I thought best to address you a few lines, asking for information in regard thereto.

The Article Above aluded to, "took my fancy" as being sound reasoning; and as I am a resident of a portion of "Suckerdom" where "Hog & Hominy" has been and is yet, to nearly entire extent the[underlined] thing, I knew I should have to look North for seed[underlined], and instruction. If you will be good enough to inform me where said seed can be had, (I presume the seed may be sent by mail) I will be your debtor; or if you have the seed yourself. I much desire to get some carrot in the ground the coming May; and hope, if you will be at so much trouble, that you will answer by return mail. Begging Pardon for my boldness, in thus troubling you, I subscribe

Myself yours Respectfully &c. Fayette Turney. Fairfield Wayne Co. Ills.

Jn A. Kennicott M.D. Horticultural Ed. Prairie Farmer Chicago Ills.