
          some time with us. William has returned 
from Norway with a fair journal, some good 
drawings, collections &c. & after a great deal of
enjoyment. He just saw North Cape. Joseph
is visiting his relations & a host of botanists
& entomologists in England, but he must now
return for the medical classes in the college. 
If my wish is granted they shall both see you 
in the land of your birth. Tell me too all about 
the Naval Expedition. What a glorious opportunity 
for Dr. Chatman to exert himself! Let him ascend

the mountains in the Sandwich Islands & he will be 
rewarded for his labor. Accept the affectionate 
regards of all in this family. All are well & you 
are continually in our thoughts & continually 
spoken of. Ever yours with the greatest 
sincerity 
W.J. Hooker.

Dr. Torrey
Professor of Chemistry 
& Nat. Histy. [Natural History]
&c &c &c
New York.
U.S.A.  
        