JBI on CD’s integrity and the separateness of science and religion.
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JBI on CD’s integrity and the separateness of science and religion.
Will provide the siren.
Would like CD to explain how he reconciles two passages in 6th ed. of Origin.
Asks whether he may use CD’s letters in his work [Die natürlichen Existenzbedingungen der Thiere (1880)] in order to show that Moritz Wagner has misrepresented CD’s views.
Discusses the influence of isolation and external conditions on animals, and the relative importance of the direct effect of external conditions and of selection in bringing about change.
Informs CD of his intention to bequeath his property to him.
Gives CD details of the property he proposes to bequeath to him.
Is making progress with the Weismann translation.
Wonders whether Francis Darwin would give a botanical lecture at a Bayswater school.
Has examined this year’s crop, which looks good; will prepare a report.
Very glad to hear Anthony Rich is leaving CD money "encouraging science in such a very practical manner".
Surprised and delighted by Mr Rich’s bequest as it will greatly increase his income. Intends to leave money to the Royal Society to contribute to science. Houses in London are a good investment even in times that are nervous for bankers.
Sends CD a proof of an illustration reduced on to the block by photography. The method is expensive but scientifically accurate.
Congratulates CD on the Anthony Rich bequest.
Sad but relieved to retire as President of the Royal Society.
Describes battle with Treasury over use of an empty house at Kew.
Asks CD if he would screw himself up to inviting A. Newton to Down.
Revision of CD’s will to reflect Anthony Rich’s gift and to increase daughters’ inheritance.
Relates dream suggesting CD’s belief in spiritualism. Asks if Wallace is clairvoyant.
Writes regarding CD’s will in the light of Anthony Rich’s proposed bequest.
Regrets that illness prevents his travelling to visit CD but would be pleased to see CD or his sons at Worthing.
Sending second codicil for CD to sign.
Describes Anthony Rich, whom he has visited.
He would be happy to receive a visit from one of CD’s sons at any time.