Is less certain of views in letter of 17 May [10963]. Asserts interest in explaining the presence of "speaking monkeys", which occur in higher as well as lower classes.

Lectured on Darwinism in Cincinnati, Minneapolis, Buffalo, and to 3500 people in New York City.

Despite close friendship with Cope and Hyatt and many explanations by the latter, he cannot understand their views.

Thanks CD for appreciation of his papers.

CD elected unanimously as a foreign member of the Dutch Society of Sciences. [See 10970.]

CD has again become interested in "bloom" on plants; requests JDH’s help with seeds and plants.

Writes in detail about Cambridge offer of the honorary LL.D.

JDH’s view of Thiselton-Dyer’s engagement to his daughter, Harriet.

JDH is pleased to help with "bloom" questions.

Responding to CD’s request for assistance with his study of "bloom", JDH sends seeds, a list of available plants, and a list of English wild plants with "bloom".

CD thanks JDH for assistance with "bloom" study.

Writes as Treasurer of the Down Friendly Society; discusses financial matters related to the Society.