Thanks CD for £200 and discusses meeting in London at the beginning of December.

First volume of Variation has been translated. He does not support CD’s suggestion that the two volumes might be published separately.

Writes, as editor of the Intellectual Observer, saying how much he would like to be able to publish papers by CD.

Pleased by CD’s letter; his object was to apply CD’s principles to the reform of zoology. When this is done, it is wonderful to see how improved one’s understanding of the Crustacea (Arthropoda) becomes. Cites examples.

Will send proto-Lamarckian pamphlet [1799] by Charles White, if CD wishes. It has a graduated scale of types from snipe to man.

Writing article on Chillingham Park and its wild cattle; requests information on CD’s observations on their character and original breed. Was referred to CD by Lord and Lady Tankerville.