
          and between ourselves, I would state [added: farther], that there will be no
obsticles [obstacles] cast in the way by me, and at the same time I do
not see the neccessity of bringing forward the Captains objectionable
point just now, for should you undertake the work, no questions
would likely be asked, as to the manner, and from whom
information was received, provided it was done quietly, and 
I think your intimacy with Sir Wm [William] J. Hooker, would secure that, 
and you know the facilities for transporting information since[?]
an expeditions and convenient for you.

With regard to Dr. Pickering, I do not think that he ever
intends describing any of the plants of the Expdn [Expedition], his next work 
is likely to be on Geographical Boty [Botany], but I am of the
opinion, that he would not like to see any of the collection, [added: described or] published
but by an American author.  I would farther state, that
the Doctor has confidence in yourself and Dr Gray, and would I
think furnish you with valuable observations made during the Cruize[?],
over and above the notes in his Journal, the latter are Public property 
and an understanding should be had, that these notes are to be handed
to you; And any thing I can do in the affair will be done heartily.
I would also remind you my good Sir, that it is a big job.
and hope to see Uncle Sam paying liberally for it, and it would
be well for this Nation, that more it is money was expended as a
reward for this kind of knowledge that is required in this
case.

There has been no move made here yet about the Kooskookie
plants, if you are not coming on, pray do not forget to write about them.
        