WCP1688

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Waldron Edge, Duppas Hill, Croydon²

Sept[embe]^r 14th. 1878

Dear Professor Ramsay

Will you kindly give me the benefit of your support in an application I am making for a post under the Epping Forest Committee to superintend the carrying into execution the intentions of the new act. I am most anxious to get the post, as I have given much attention to the growth of trees, & should enjoy the work. Sir J. Hooker³, & Sir J. Lubbock⁴ have both signed copies of the enclosed memorial, and I trust you will do the same.

I remain | Yours very faithfully | Alfred R. Wallace [signature]

Prof. Ramsay F.R.S.