RKBP-589

Cayuga, Ils. April 14th 1859. Dr. John A. Kennicott, West Northfield, Ils. My dear Sir, Along with your letter - strange to say - one hundred sound apple trees were brought me, originating from some nursery west of us in Woodford Co. & left with me for $12.00. I would therefore lessen the number of apples from your nursery, & arrange the order thus apple trees 75' " " $ 9.20 Peach in the bud 25' 1.50 Nectarines " " " 4 0.50 Arbor vitae 6 1.50 Norway Spruce 2 0.80 Strawberries 50 0.50 Package 1.00 _____ $15.00 Enclosed is a draft (without charge of premium) on Chicago. Persuaded that you will send me the best you can, offer your own choice, & promising you that good care shall be taken of your offspring, so as to give them [illegible] fame in this neighborhood I am Respectfully B.J. Betttelheim Please send by the Chicago Alton S. L. R. R. addressed: Dr. Bettelheim Cayuga Ils.