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was promised to me by the Colonel this year but refused, and has given up the idea of doing any scientific work. Rothrock is in the interior and has made no sign of collecting. Popes party was a total failure, but Pope himself and one other went alone to the [[Stickeen?]] and back and report favorable. Most of the party have returned. Elliott is, he says, Conway's adjudant, and Conway is very jealous of you. 
    In conclusion I have to say that in all I have attempted I have met with a reasonable degree of success The Col has been liberal and kind 
Col. Wicker has been accomodating except when I trod on the toes of his dignity, and Capt. Scammon has been, as ever, a trump card.
    In hopes of soon meeting you face to face my dear friend and finding you well and successful I remain ever

Truly yours

Wm H Dall

Maj. R. Kennicott
Rus. Am-