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Carbondale Jackson Co. Ill. July 7. /56
Dr Kennicott
Sir
I take the liberty of addressing a line to you for information respecting the culture and growth of the Cranberry.
The idea has occupied my mind some time that might be made a profitable crop
Will you be so kind as to give me some light upon this subject. How & when the plants may be obtained &c &c Such information will be most thankfully rec'd. I will no longer tresspass upon your valuable time
Very respectfully
yours &c Wm. H. Richart [page torn - Carb]ondale J.C.R.R.