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From:
Darwin, Emma
To:
Darwin, W. E.
Date:
[17 November 1857]
Source of text:
DAR 210.6: 20
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Darwin Family Letters
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Writes of the extension to Down House.
Is glad WED is in the sixth [form]. Discusses WED’s intention to become a barrister.
Will be grateful for facts from Mr Linton on numbers of eggs from goldfinch–canary crosses.
Discusses family health and affairs.
Is trying to find a tutor for WED.
Writes of WED’s recent excursion to Manchester and his future educational plans.
Reports progress of work on the new rooms [at Down].
Discusses WED’s future education, the work on the extension, and other domestic affairs.