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DCP-LETT-2379

From:
Charles Robert Darwin
To:
William Erasmus Darwin
Date:
[9 Dec 1858]
Source of text:
DAR 92: A18, A25–8
Summary:

Approves of WED’s moving into CD’s old rooms [at Christ’s College]. Gives fatherly advice on Cambridge’s temptation to idleness. Christmas plans.

Health poor of late.

Contributor:
Darwin Correspondence Project
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Herschel8035

From:
John Wrottesley
To:
Sir John Herschel
Date:
[9 December 1858]
Source of text:
RS:HS 18.302
Summary:

Government refuses to 'entertain the Magnetic Proposals' this year, claiming cost overruns. Probably a mistake, but Edward Sabine's illness precludes easy reply. Expect discussion at next R.S.L. Council meeting.

Contributor:
John Herschel Project
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