
          Dr. Bachelder was well the last time I heard from
him, full of Natural History particularly Conchology

I have collected all the land and fresh water shells
that came in my way & would be glad to exchange
them for some others of different species for my own
cabinet. If you hear of any one who wishes to make
an exchange, please direct him to me.

Bur Dear Sir I am asking too much. Nothing
but an anxious desire to obtain a better knowledge
of Natural History would tempt me to trouble
you with so many requests

Belive me truly yours

P. D. Knieskern
        