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gan library, a large collection. I am waiting to hear 
from Detroit to know whether it will be necessary for 
me to go up there this fall. I hope I shall not be 
obliged to make this journey until spring. I shall 
not come up to see you until I hear from Michigan, 
when I can take Sauquoit in my way if it be neces- 
sary to go to Michigan. I am now busy in getting 
my boxes and parcels through the custom-house, which 
is a tedious business. I hope I shall be allowed to 
remain here during the winter, as I have a great deal 
to do here. 
I find here a letter from my friend Dana, of the Ex- 
ploring Expedition, dated Valparaiso. He seems not 
very well satisfied with his situation. I have not 
heard from any of you for a full year. Perhaps one 
of my sisters will favor me with a letter now that I 
am so near. Love to all. 
