
          consequence however, is, that Mr.
Schott did not "obtain it farther
down the River." The specimens
he had, and from which he made
his figures and sketches, were from
mine collected at the Flounce mt. [mountain],
which I furnished him at Eagle Pass.
I have received through the kindness
of Mr. Schott, the Cactaceae of the
Mex. [Mexican] Boundary. Is the general
Botany printed? The Rail Road
Reports are slow in making their
appearance. Please write soon.

With sentiments of the highest
regard I am most respectfully
yours. John M. Bigelow
        