f 



1846.] Rain in Williamstovm. 67 



as during some of the months. This fell in the course of an hour 

 or two, accompanied with sharp lightning. 



It will be seen, from the table, that the spring months were 

 comparatively dry. The month of June also turning out dry, ve- 

 getation began to suffer after the middle of that month. This was 

 relieved, here, by heavy rains early in July; but south of us, 

 through Berkshire, at least the southern towns, the drouth was 

 excessive. Springs and wells were dry which have not failed for 

 thirty years. 



I will now give the perpendicular depth which fell during the 

 year, 37,489 inches. 



These facts are at your disposal, and if at any future time you 

 wish for similar statements I shall probably be able to furnish 

 them, and shall be happy to do so. 



Yours respectfully. 



A. HOPKINS. 



William's College, July, 1846. 



