Transcribe Hornaday, W. T. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1876-03-06)

Enclosed in March 6, 1876 Friday. March 10th We are just starting. Salt is not allowed to enter Venezuela, as it is made on the N.coast. So we </u must > by it in Bolivvar. The government is </u very > particular about every foolish little thing. that is taken in, but fortunately there is a law providing for naturalists, their chemicals, outfit, &e, We take 3 letters of introduction, and $180. gold, and our fare is paid besides. Take all our provisions, alcohol, barrels, casks, &e, &r from here, </u very cheaply >. We have to be very careful, or we will get into some awkward scrape or other with the government, that is very testy just now, and makes trouble on very slight grounds.