From Dionysus Lardner 5 March 1836

My Dear Sir

I have as you directed lodged £167 at Smith & cos viz £150 for the mss & £17 for the Cuts.

I assure you I most cordially concur with the general sentiments of approbation which have been expressed towards your treatise. But perhaps such a manifestation was less unexpected on my part. When I placed in your hands this work I knew very well that you would do it satisfactorily.

If there be any other part of the Cyclopedia which you could undertake consistently with your engagements it will give me great pleasure to entrust it to you.

Believe me Dear Sir

every yours truly

Dion. Lardner