Sends a copy of Notes and Queries for Francis Galton, as it contains a reply to Galton’s circular on hereditary genius.
RS much refreshed by his trip to Down.
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Sends a copy of Notes and Queries for Francis Galton, as it contains a reply to Galton’s circular on hereditary genius.
RS much refreshed by his trip to Down.
Asks who the gentleman is who is studying cattle skulls; RS has some that he would like examined.
Is leaving for Ningpo; asks CD for another copy of his [Queries about expression], which he will try to answer.
Discusses expression among the Chinese. Reports certain physical characters and the practice of certain unusual customs.
Wants CD to propose him for the Royal Society.
Matters of etiquette concerning his certificate for the Royal Society.