
          We ascended only Whiteface, but I am satisfied there is harvest 
to be gathered; but it will require great labour to effect it. No
one has ever ascended the highest of those mts. They are much higher
than the Catskills, & to the geologist they will prove the most
interesting of all the highlands in the state. I presume it will
be so to the botanist.

Another thing, will you not speak to some one of the instrument makers
and engage for me a common goniometer. I must have one. I may go
to NY this fall if it holds out long enough. I can't stay long
enough to get one made. Rogers report & a variety of geological
chemical & mineralogical books I want and must have.
I have been quite successful in making discoveries, which
at another time I shall be happy to communicate.

In haste believe me yours 
most affectionately
E. Emmons

Prof. J. Torrey
        