Transcribe Whitney, George H. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1876-03-11)

[page 2] agreed to help me pay for the set - but he must pay in installments. Our Institute belongs to the Newark Conference of the M. E. Church. My friend who contributes - is Rev. J. H. Vincent, D. D., & he is a warm personal friend of your Prof. Wilkinson. We are exceed- ingly anxious for the casts imme- diately, but the only trouble is the cash down. Be kind enough therefore to let me know the best terms your convenience may allow. Yours very truly Geo. H. Whitney I have mailed you our Catalogue Hand change Mar 14 Offered for $100. Cash on shipment and 4 notes for $50. each #(without interest) for 1, 2, 3, & 4 months, or 6 mo note, with interest, for 4 months.

1. P. S. His individual promise to pay will suffice for the

"four notes" but in other event one note must be given.