Gives his opinion on four papers by J. P. M. Weale.
In response to queries on expression, which WED had asked on CD’s behalf, reports on shrugging and pouting observed in his children.
Case of cat transmitting a habit to her offspring.
His previous account of Phascolarctos was based on notes made at the time of observation.
His report of the successful adoption of a koala infant by a cat comes from a trustworthy observer.
Recounts case of parrot whose talking seems to show "power of connecting definite sounds with definite ideas" [see Descent, 2d ed., p. 85 n.].
Has not seen CD’s daughter yet. Hopes the fine weather will continue while she is there [in Bournemouth].
Admiration for vol. 2 of Descent, and plans for his review of it for the Academy [2 (1871): 177–82].
News of his new residence.
No summary available.
Will send B.A.A.S. grant for £40 directly to G. A. Erman for reduction of Gaussian constant unless WS hears differently from JH.
CD is "bent upon linking the monkey race to us"; DT finds it striking that CD should so resemble an ape.
A draft letter [but sent in the original state by Emma Darwin]. Approves of FJW’s notice of his views.
CD has slightly revised parts in view of both approving and disapproving critics, but still remains convinced about his fundamental notions.