Transcribe Baker, A. B. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1881-08-20)

however, best to cut it off entirely, even though he were not at work. There is in fact, almost as much worry and vexation in looking after Charles as in all the rest of my work. He certainly has a good mind and much ability and his chances in life would </s certainly > be of the best if he would only improve them.

    He shows plainly what he might do and

it does seem a pity that he will not. He still has a syrong constitution to back him so that there is no need of his giving up.

    I may have said more than I ought, and

if so hope that you will overlook it. But, being with Charley for several months as I have been,</s even > even though one is often disgusted and repelled by many of his acts, yet he cannot help feeling sorry for him.

    Hoping that you are having the best of

health and success. I remain Respectfully yours, Arthur B. Baker The 2 seals and Antelope for Smithsonian go next week. - Are just commencing to pack crabs. [another hand- vertically on right side- </u Baker > Aug. '81] [ybg]