
          the Botanical part
 preparing by Dr. Torrey
 which the Secretary 
 refused. [crossed out: If Dr. Torrey]
 This was undoubtedly
 communicated to Dr. Torrey.
 I can say nothing about
 it either one way or the 
 other until [crossed out: the Committee]
 [crossed out: in] the House or Senate has
 directed the matter.


 Very truly yours
 AAH.

        