Transcribe Townsend, Charles Haskins. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1879-11-10)

ybg Elders Ridge, Pa.

                                     Nov 10th 1879

Prof H. A. Ward " 21 Dear Sir

  The cir-

culars & catalogues of mammals, birds & e were rec'd & examined. In the circulars I noticed that "Prof Ward is ever ready to respond to the calls made upon him by naturalists, amateurs &e"

  Have you any employment for one

of </s of > the latter class? Have the reputation of being a good taxidermist & collector, can make a neat birds skin.

  I have a pretty good collection of skins

and mounted specimens both in orni-