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DCP-LETT-4504G

From:
Charles Robert Darwin
To:
John Scott
Date:
20 May [1864]
Source of text:
Transactions of the Hawick Archæological Society (1908): 67
Summary:

Corrects his former account of cowslips.

The delay in the publication of JS’s Primula paper.

Delights in JS’s experimentation on Verbascum which confirms [C. F.] Gärtner’s statements.

Should be pleased if JS would accept offer of help.

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Darwin Correspondence Project

DCP-LETT-4505F

From:
Charles Robert Darwin
To:
John Scott
Date:
21 May [1864]
Source of text:
Transactions of the Hawick Archæological Society (1908): 67–8
Summary:

Encloses an extract from a letter received from [J. D.] Hooker which suggests a job opportunity in India. Advises careful reflection about the risks and the need for a character recommendation. Would like to support the costs of the voyage and initial living expenses.

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