
          We have a very pleasant house
but very hot - Last summer I
[felt?] but little inconvenience from
the heat in Washington for though
the temperature was high we
had in my other position a
constant breeze. We [have?]
however had some very scorching
days this summer.

I remain as Ever
truly yours
Joseph Henry

Dr. Torrey

P.S. I am requested
not to tell that Willaim is
to leave for Princeton next
week He wishes to surprise
his Grandmother so you
will please to know nothing
of the matter or in other words 
        