Thanks him for his excellent observations [on Epipactis?]; would like WED to watch for some large insect visiting the plant.
Thanks him for his excellent observations [on Epipactis?]; would like WED to watch for some large insect visiting the plant.
Writes about proof-correcting by WED [of Origin, 6th ed.].
Goes to Leith Hill on Friday.
Sends enclosure for Captain Jones.
Comments on essay by E. D. Cope ["On the origin of genera", Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 20 (1868): 242–300].
Writes about proof-correcting by WED [of Origin, 6th ed.].
Explains some proof-correcting symbols to be used by WED [on Origin, 6th ed. proofs?].
Is sending some proofs for correction by WED [6th ed. of Origin].
Thanks WED for a correction [to proofs of Origin, 6th ed.].
Thanks for letter [8137]. Finds observation at Stonehenge of depth of mould at different parts of slope "most valuable".
Thanks WED for checking through the proofs of a new [6th] edition of Origin.
Discusses earthworm activity observed in old ploughed fields.
Gives information on recent editions of Lyell’s works.
Would like precise details about pouting of English children to add to his information about children of savages.
David Forbes thinks WED’s chalk samples have been penetrated by surface mud.
Asks WED to observe a suppressed yawn.
Asks whether scratching a tickling point makes tears come to his eyes.
Asks WED’s help in acquiring expression photographs and engravings.
Wishes to send Langstaff a copy of his book [Expression], in gratitude for his valuable notes.
Asks WED to visit Winchester soon and collect Utricularia for him
Arrangements for the visit to Southampton.
About elections to [an unspecified] club.
Another message about club elections.
Describes the funeral of Aunt Sarah [Elizabeth Wedgwood].