
          My observations on the dried plants of Apteria setaceae
 accord with yours. - I can observe no close connexion
 of the Anth. [anther] with the Sty. [style]. I will notice this plant this year
 and see if I was not mistaken. - I think I am right however,
 as I examined quite a number in a green state.


 You have frequently expressed  wish to send me
 some Northern Plants - I should rejoice to receive any
 plants which you can part with, & they can easily find 
 me, directed to the care of E. W. Dorsey St. illart ([blot and illegible])
 or you can leave them with Cateford and Whitcomb,
 Front St. & they willforward them. The Boxes which 
 I am about sending are directed to their care.


 Hoping to hear from you soon


 I remain Dear Sir


 Yours sincerely


 Alvan W Chapman


 [different hand] [Schr. [illegible] - Magnolia with [illegible] crown - care 
 of J. & N. Hamlin - }
        