Russelville, Ala., Jan. 8th, 1877.
My dear Culbreth:
I have to-day been looking over some old notes in my chemistry
notebook, and came across your writing and name, which set me to
thinking about you and wishing to see you, so I have determined to do the
next best thing—write and inquire how everything is going with you?
I would so much like to hear about some of our mutual friends—Davis,
Harding, John Harris, etc. . . . My school pays me about one hundred
dollars per month with a likelihood of more next year, but its demands
do not suit me, so I shall get into something nearer my direct
line. . . . I expect you have frequently used the polariscope or saccharimeter;
if so kindly give me some hints about its use, especially all
you know in determining units of sugar and molasses. Have studied
up the subject and think I understand it, but nevertheless would like to
have your views, as you might have something new. Also tell me a good
book giving details of sugar manufacture. . . . Would like to meet
you in St. Louis next August. You might go there and after joining the
Scientific Association return home free of any railroad expenses. . . .
Write soon to your true friend.
