From John Evans   10 November 1860

Dear Prof. ^r Henslow

In writing to you hastily last night I quite forgot a rather pressing engagement I have in London on Tuesday which will prevent my coming down till the 7o’c train from Euston— There is in fact a meeting of the Paper trade at which I have to preside so I must not vacate my chair even for antediluvians like yourself. This need not make any difference in your coming down by an earlier train if Tuesday is the day that suits you best; as M. ^rs Evans will be only too glad to get hold of you apropos of sea weeds and you will be able to get your dinner before my arrival— I only want to stipulate that if you come on Tuesday evening you must not run away too early on Wednesday morning— At all events I hope to see you either on Monday afternoon or on Tuesday—

Believe me | ever yours sincerely | John Evans.