
          I send by Eliza a bundle containing all the
Compoisitae sent me for examination (except 2 or 3 [?]
of Gregg, not yet settled, which I did not see till the
parcel was closed- also a parcel for Carey.

We have had a real nice visit from Eliza
& are much obliged to her for coming. Jane
will miss her much.

Dear Doctor

The mail this morning brought
me a letter from Prof. Henry, [crossed out: [?]] enclosing
one from Col. Emory, who speakes favorably
& kindly as to a naturalist's going along, and
says that, on your reccomendation, he has
promised his influence to Dr. Halstead.

Now if Halstead chooses to take the chance
of this place, not a very promising or flattering one,
very well, we withdraw. But I understand
he has a much more favorable offer from the Panama
R. Road Survey, which is sure for him. I wait
him to decide & not, after all prevent a real
collector from going. For Wright will go
if he can have his fare paid to San Diego
& protection & food afterwards. [crossed out: & willl make his [?]]
        