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for two or three months, if the Lime Station be supplied at the same time. If it is not, those or many of them who would be supplied there, would flock to me.  It is important to get partial supply in time to give the people the opportunity of pitching their crops, the season for planting being at hand. It would I think, be well to direct notices sent to the agents a little in advance of shipments, so that they may be prepared to receive them.

I take this opportunity General, to repeat my informal invitation, and to assure you of the pleasure it will give me to see you at my house whenever it may suit your pleasure and convenience.

Very respectfully
J.W. Lapsley

Genl. Swayne
Montgomery