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zephya that shook the forbidden fruit from the now no longer tenacious boughs."
Speaking of Freemont [Fremont] he called our hearty cheers for the gallant "pathfinder." But I did not like it. It appeared as though commendating of his course and hence a direct insult to the President. The latter preserved his usually dignified and honest appearance. I am pleased with him more and more. He is the man for the times.
While at the Smithsonian during the day I picked up a small stick which I shall make into a pen holder. That will make a very pretty Souvenir.