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detail will turn out to be a permanent transfer but don't forget what I told you about the uncertainty of the Bureau.  I trust things will improve. but 
remember that.

I want you to do good work to make a name for yourself, and I am sure that you can. You are well fitted for the task you have undertaken, & I look
forward to your getting good material. be sure & get [[proof?]] of the book they  will help you to [[lack?]] of Satan among the Osage, the Quapaw & the
Kansa.  You may be able to secure more about the Ponca than we have.

One point would be of interest. the influence of the Sioux.  How the Ponca came to take up the Sun dance, to get their full version.  When I get home
I'll write out what I have that your uncle gave, the song & all I think not yet transcribed, & I fear I cannot do them without you, but we will see about all this later. First the Osage is to be taken up & all that material gathered.  Then I want you to write out your notes as soon as they are gathered so that you will have ample