Transcribe McDonnell, Jno. Letter to Ward, Henry A. (1879-12-16)

Sir,

I am directed to acknowledge receipt of your communication dated the 29th May last and in reply to state that the letter engraved for was redirected to Mr. Hornaday on the 25th March. I am also to add that Mr. Karl Theodor Haiges of the Brisbane Museum will have much please in corresponding with you on matters relating to Nature History. I have the honor to be Sir, Your obedient servant