From J. E. Gray   9 April 1866

My Dear Darwin

I fear it is only as Compliment but I should be glad for many reasons if it was not

Will you come and dine with us on the 16 of May at 7. to meet Professor De. Candolle, who has promised to dine with me on that day¹

With kindest Regard to M^rs Darwin² & yourself

Ever Yours Sincerely | J. E Gray

Charles Darwin Esq | &c &c