RKFP-106

Lockport Dec. 11th 1854

Dr. Kennicutt

Dear Sir

Your favor of Nov 24th was receivd several days since - I was unable to answer your letter earlier on account of certain business arrangements being undetermined, which would settle the question of whether I could take time to purpose something for your vol. of Transactions -

I feel the importance of the subject & know that first rate matter & none other, should be compiled - I feel some hesitancy about attempting it for my time is just at prsent, & for a month to come is to be, fully occupied. I fear an article from me would be imperfect on that account if for no other But as you say you need[underlined] help I am disposed to try[underlined] - pledging you to reject[underlined] the the[strikethrough] article if it is not up to the standard -

I have reflected somewhat upon the subject to be discussed & have finally, from the importance of the topic itself, concluded to write something on the subject of Fences[underlined]

If you can refer me to any thing on that subject, or furnish any items I would esteem it a favor

Very Respectfully Yours

John F Daggett