Has seen lately a true ruminant with the two central metacarpals distinct. It was the foot of an Anoplotherium in a recent ruminant.

Returns snuff box.

Sends a microscope for repair.

Makes appointment to discuss some corals that he is sending.

Asks De la Beche about variation among domesticated animals in Jamaica.

Comments on birth [of Catherine Elizabeth Sophia Wedgwood].

Plans to visit Shrewsbury.

Describes behaviour of William Darwin.

Discusses speculation losses of acquaintances, including T. Carlyle’s. Mentions his own loss on Journal of researches.

Family news from Shrewsbury.

News of family and of his stay at Shrewsbury.

Calculates the newly instituted income tax will mean £30 per annum.

Is "stomachy and be-blue-devilled" because of costs of publishing [Zoology and Coral reefs]. Wonders how the remainder [of the Zoology and Geology of "Beagle"] can be published without taking £200 or £300 out of their personal funds.

Has made an offer for house at Down, renting having been refused. Discusses price, risks involved, and Edward Cresy’s advice.

Discusses elevations along Holyhead Road [Anglesey].

Location of village of Bethesda [NW Wales].

Describes the village of Down and the house they are thinking of buying.

Gives the height of Shrewsbury above sea-level.

Emma and Doddy [W. E. Darwin] like Down. CD has met, and plans to employ, the local surgeon. "I feel sure I shall become deeply attached to Down, with a few improvements".

CD gives JSH Fuegian paints and spears and a Pacific dolphin hook for his museum.

Emma recovering well from birth of third child, Mary Eleanor.

Sorry to hear Leonard Horner has been ill.

Has received high praise of Coral reefs from Lyell.