Letter by John Richardson to John Franklin, on preparations for second Arctic land expedition Has no objection to Murray's offer to have his portrait engraved.  Asks for Douglas to see the proof and to make alterations if necessary.  Refers to previous request for someone skilled in dealing with specimens to be sent in advance.  Prof Jameson now trying to get such a person to be sent with Parry.  Will prepare a bale of paper for plant drying.  Asks Franklin for details of specific animals he would like to be collected in advance.  Considers qualities of McVicar and McLeod as possible expedition members.  Pleased at trials of Macintosh's canvas.  Capt Scoresby is at Liverpool but his book can be sent care of Prof Jameson.  Asks when Parry's work will be available.  Invites Franklin and wife to visit Edinburgh.  Refers to possible retirement of Dr Vance from Greenwich Hospital. Letter dated 10 Feb 1823 in text but postmark, context of preparations for expedition and reference to Mrs Franklin suggest the year should be 1824. Bottom right-hand corner had been cut away [for autograph], but has been reunited. 10 Feb [1824]