22/2/81.
Today, dear Prof. Irving, I had again a letter from Herr Fischer of Cassel, concerning his exhibit of books of scientific value in the Exhibition.1 Without wishing to be intrusive, may I ask, whether it is likely that the trustees will secure this important series, especially as I made on my own responsibility such a large reduction in the price. I shall have to answer Mr. Fischer's letter by next mail, so that it would be very pleasing, if I could give him some further information on the progress of our negotiations.
Regardfully your
Ferd. von Mueller
Letter not found; see also M to H. Sheffield, 22 December 1880. For M's efforts on behalf of Fischer, see M to R. Curtis, 21 June 1881 (in this edition as 81-06-21a) and notes thereto.
Please cite as “FVM-81-02-22a,” in Correspondence of Ferdinand von Mueller, edited by R.W. Home, Thomas A. Darragh, A.M. Lucas, Sara Maroske, D.M. Sinkora†, J.H. Voigt† and Monika Wells accessed on