Inquires about the nature of some money recently paid to him.
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Inquires about the nature of some money recently paid to him.
Comments on MS by C. S. Bate. Bate not aware of other work on Cirripedia; cites Bate’s errors. Would Bate allow CD to use his drawings in Living Cirripedia? [See Living Cirripedia 1: 9–16.]
Thanks CSB for drawings of [cirripede] larva and for permission to cite unpublished paper ["On the development of the cirripedes", Ann. & Mag. Nat. Hist. 2d ser. 8 (1851): 324–32]. Describes method of preserving specimens. Mentions Balanus common on tidal rocks at Tenby.
Thanks CSB for cirripede larvae.
Has been unwell.
Cannot see transverse articulation referred to and does not believe in it.
Sends species synonyms.
Discussion of Chthamalinae.
Suggests using asphalt to seal specimen containers.
Comments on mouth of larva.
Asks EAD to forward a message of Anne’s improved state to Down.
Expresses gratitude to Mrs T’s daughter for devotion to his daughter in final illness.
Congratulates JD on discovery of fossil footsteps near Port Philip, Australia. Richard Owen would be glad to examine them. J. B. Jukes most likely to know geology of Port Philip.
Comments on concretionary bodies found by JD. Encourages him to continue geological study.
Suggests that JD consult with Edward Forbes about dredging.
Delighted he will look for fossil bones.
Asks him to look for Australian cirripedes.
Discusses domestic affairs and gives some advice on manners.
Sends cirripede specimens for Ipswich Museum.
Asks how much a village fireworks display would cost.
Comments on the need in education for good habits of expression and accurate observation instead of making "wretched Latin verses".
Reports the state of Anne Darwin’s health.
Reports on Anne’s illness.
Reports on Anne’s condition.
Detailed account of progress of Anne’s illness.
Reports on Anne’s health throughout the night and from 8 a.m. through to 4.30 p.m.
Further reports on Anne’s illness.
An evening report on Annie Darwin’s somewhat improved condition.
Tells of Anne’s death.