
          operated against me.

 I must refer you to Lieut. Alden
 for a proper apology for their small
 numbers, & their bad preservation. He is
 acquainted with all the unfavorable circumstances
 under which we labour here
 in consequence of being so remote
 from civilization.

 I am but a novice in the
 sciences but hope & think you will
 find some of the number which
 may be new to you.

 I have not been in possession of
 any practical authors on the sciences,
 here as you may guess that I know
 but little of many of the plants I send.
 Tis uncertain whether I shall remain in
 Florida another year. If I should
        