
          A truce however to complainings
 for I did not commence my letters
 for that purpose but to bother you
 in another way!


 You are an expert in Chemistry as
 well as botany, so I want to know
 how the Bi-Sulphite of Lime can
 be economically and plentifully
 made or procured. For the [crossed out: trou]
 trouble & expense you may incur
 in communicating this desirable
 information I will endeavor to satisfy
 you in any manner you may
 indicate. As the Sorghum
 season is upon us please answer
 as soon as your earliest convenience
 will permit.


 Kindest regards to your dear family
 With sentiments of the highest regard
 I am most Respectfully yours
 John M Bigelow

        