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The Dell, Grays Essex

Jan^y. 19th. 1875

Dear D^r Sclater¹

Mr. Macmillan thinks it would add much to the general interest of my book on Geographical Distribution if it were illustrated by a series of figures of characteristic animals. As I fear the expense of the necessary maps will be as much as the book will bear I should be glad to known [sic] if you think the Council would (if applied to by me) allow me the use of a few of their stones or blocks for suitable animals. [2] If you think there is any chance of success in such an application will you be so good as to inform me whether the lithographic stones of all the plates of the "Proceedings" are kept, or if not so how many years back.²

I shall also be glad know if it usual or necessary to ask permission to copy any of the illustrations from works of the Society, for publication. P.T.O. [3] I may take the opportunity [MSS damaged] enquiring about a paper on <the> Galapagos Islands, which you stated some two or three years ago you had in preparation.

Will it be out shortly? or if not could you give me a copy of the lists you have made sent of Birds’ Reptiles’ &c. or can you tell me if all the birds are to be found mentioned in you<r> "Nomenclature".

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

P. L. Sclater Esq. F.R.S.

P.S. Can I have a look at L^d. Walden’s³ paper MSS. on Philippine Birds,4 as there are some particulars I want that I cannot get from the abstract in Proceedings. If I can please leave word with some one in charge of it yo show it me when I come to the Library.

A.R.W.