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Illinois Industrial University,
Champaign, Ills., Aug 9, 1880

Prof. C. E. Bessey,
My Dear Sir,

I have just received your
Botany and after a very hasty examination can
say I am pleased with it. I shall probably use it
in my classes. Will write you again when a
better acquaintance with it is made.

The only omission I have noticed of recent
investigations is that of [Max Comm?] upon the germination
of Spermatia.

The publishers have certainly done their part
excellently well. I do not notice a fault of any
kind.

I cordially congratulate you upon the
evident success of your effort and hope the
book will find a ready market.

I am
Very Truly Yours
L. J. Burrill