Transcribe Bierce, S. C. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1879-01-22)

Dear Sir.

My letter has been delayed by waiting for the Ox to reach us. That in turn was delayed by state of roads so that it came but yes today. The contents have been arranged and I assure you that even such a small collection is invaluable to me. It already serves a two fold purpose - aid to class work and impulse to the movement so heartily entered into by our worthy Bishop Payne. You have been told so many times by those who have been served by you. The value of such collections in their arrangement appearance be - that it would seem superfluous for one to speak of it. I will assume you though that as specimens of what such a Museum would be they are perfect.

I can only reiterate my thanks for your kindness - and express