THE EXPEDITION REPORTS 



These three reports will be more particularly spoken of 

 later, but it may be mentioned here that a large part of 

 the drawings of the plates in both works were made 

 by his own hand. Before considering the character of 

 these works and the difficulties encountered in printing 

 and publication, it will be of interest to follow the 

 author's life. 



Soon after the explorer came home, his father re- 

 arranged his business, and James, who had prudently 

 saved the most of his compensation while at sea, made an 

 investment in the store at Utica, of which his brother 

 George became the manager. The elder brother, as a 

 silent or non-resident partner, contributed to the capital 

 and shared in its profits, but had no responsibility for the 

 transaction of affairs. In July, 1843, he writes to his 

 sister Harriet: 



" A partnership will probably be formed, but without 

 requiring me to be actively engaged at the store. This 

 plan enables father to carry out his intention of leaving 

 the business. George can explain to you the proposition 

 as it now stands. It is not absolutely necessary that I 

 should reside at Utica, as I take no active part in the 

 business, and my time will be devoted to science, as here- 

 tofore my expectation. Whether I live at Utica or not is 

 yet to be decided." 



Notwithstanding this partial provision for the future, 

 and his annual compensation ($1440) from the expedition, 

 it was necessary to look forward. His future career was 

 still uncertain, quite as it was when he returned from the 

 cruise on the Mediterranean. Where could he look for a 

 salaried position ? The openings for a student of nature 

 were very few, either in the colleges or museums of the 

 country or in the service of the government. But Dana 

 did not become anxious. Each day brought its pleasant 

 duties; his circle of friends was widening; his reputation 

 was growing ; and he was, as ever, absorbed in work. 



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