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letterhead Male cones or flowers Length of time cones are maturing Seeds, collor, shape, winged or not in fact every feature
should be mentioned, for the very thing left out might leave the student in darkness, as it often has me. I am not competent
to prepare such a work, but can assist with some Photos, and then they work to be useful and reliable should be over the signature
of John Muir, then all will have confidence in it. Can you take the time to describe the Conifers for me, and I will do the
rest and submit to you before publication. With kindest regards to all in which my people all join I am Ever you Greatful
Friend T. P. Lukens 02832