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Stir Joseph Banks to J. E. Smith. 
Dear Sir, Revesly Abbey, Sept. 24, 1786. 
Enclosed you will receive two letters for Naples, 
one to Sir W. Hamilton*, the other to Greater the 
gardener, whom I sent over to the Queen of Naples ; 
you will find hima knowing man, and I expect you 
will receive much real assistance from him. I shall 
have great pleasure in hearing that your journey is 
pleasant and successful. I know of no news to send 
you from this country. Dryander writes me word 
that Swartz, the Danish botanist, who has been all 
about the West Indies, arrived in London a few days 
ago, and stays till spring. 
Believe me, most faithfully and truly, 
Your humble Servant, 
JOSEPH Banks. 
hazarding it in pursuit of other advantages, however flattering, 
remembering how much she has to lose, and how little to gain. ”»— 
Vol. iii. p. 72. 
* Sir Joseph Banks to Sir William Hamilton. 
My dear Sir William, Revesly Abbey, Sept. 24, 1786. 
As the bearer of this, Dr. Smith, is one of my most intimate 
friends, I take the liberty to request as particular an indulgence 
in his favour as your occupations will allow. As his wishes are 
merely on the subject of science, he will repay, I am sure, any 
civilities you are pleased to show him. 
Botany is his chief pursuit, and in that he has made very 
great progress. 
Believe me, 
Most faithfully and affectionately yours, 
JoserH Banks. 
