
          are such that I shall probably
 be prevented. I wish much to be there during
 the season of lecturing that I might learn
 something.


 I lately found associated with the [Spoelumene?]
 etc. of Goshen a well characterized crystal
 of the oxide of Tin. I have reduced it & tested
 the metal immediately by a variety of reagents
 so as to leave no doubt as to its nature. But
 I can find no more at the locality.


 With respect yours truly


 Edward Hitchcock
        