From William Bowman   24 July 1872

My dear Darwin

I have just heard from Donders that he comes to me on next Monday— He would very much like to see you I know, but as he only stays through our Ophthalmological Congress it may be impossible for us to come over to see you at Down— We would if we c^d. find a day if you w^d. let us know if you are at home—¹

But possibly you might be in town— If so (and you would let me know beforehand) he would be here t⁠⟨⁠o⁠⟩⁠ receive you on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week—& I can offer you luncheon—

The three last days of the week are engaged & the following week is very doubtful—as he must leave England on the 6^th.

Yrs most truly | W Bowman

I fear it is idle to ask you to a conversazione on Aug 1. at 9 P.M