
          too many things on hand, to elicit
talent on Nat. Hist. now. We must
wait for a new generation.

[Shepard?] will do well. He
has real zeal, & much knowledge.

In the Spring, I hope to be
in N.Y. & if I am, shall try to
see you more, much more, & trouble
you not a little.

With high regard

Your [?],

& friend

C. Dewey

Dr. J. Torrey
        