However, she only informs you that she doesn't remember the year she 
painted your portrait. Since I thought it might upset her if I made 
acknowledgment of her letter I have put it with the other papers awaiting 
your return. You probably will be writing to tier so that she will know 
you are not here. 
There has been no word as yet from the garage, but then this 
is only Wednesday and probably a little too soon. Eugene however knows 
that he is to wait until it is ready before going on leave. 
A letter from Senator Walcott states that he is delighted 
with the stove you sent him. He thinks you are too generous. He plans to 
go to southern Florida about the 22nd of March. 
Mr. East asked if he could have a copy of Dr. Stejneger's 
biography. I told him that I was sure you would be glad to present him 
with a copy so I gave him one from your stock. 
The mail has been heavy. Hope it will slacken before too 
long. If not, it will probably be necessary to do some more work on 
Saturdays when you get back.'.' 
The weather continues mild. The crocuses and forsythia are 
in bloom, and the trees here on the Mall have leafed out considerably in the 
last few days. I do hope that we will not have a repetition of an early 
spring this year, and so destroy the fruit again by a heavy freeze. 
Please give my regards to Mr. Perrygo. With kindest 
regards and best wishes for a pleasant and profitable field trip. 
Sincerely yours, 
/ p 
C/ 
