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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
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$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.