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round-about way and cause them unnecessary worry. My greatest regret is that we did not have a chance to visit the mounds this afternoon as I wanted to write you about the surface indications of the ones that we expect to open. I had also looked forward to the writing of a long letter to each of you. Will be contented, however, if the morning shows some improvement in Mr. Cobbs. He is the only English speaking person within thirteen miles and it would be rather hard to cope with the situation should he become delirious especially as the men should be paid to-morrow [[tomorrow]] and some one must make a twenty five mile ride for the funds.
Sorry I cannot write more at present. Hope that the next letter may tell of smooth sailing again. The country here is glorious, the flora and fauna the most interesting imaginable, and the experience worth anything that one could give to experience it. Am putting in every minute on some line of scientific work and hope to bring back material for several of the departments of the Museum.
If a man goes out in the morning this will go with him. Hope he will bring a letter from both of you as I have received no word since leaving Albuquerque..
Adios until the next man goes out with mail. Hope that the sun will then be out and that no other clouds will appear to threaten the success of our work.
Warmly and sincerely yours,
George H. Pepper