From Lord Ducie  [1853-1860]

Dear Mr Henslow

I have the pamphlet you allude to, but as I read it without any specific object, the mode of measuring the lots of Land and ascertaining the quantity of produce did not attract my notice—

I have just searched for your report, but although I can find several of your documents, I cannot lay my hands on the one you mention

I shall have to go home for a day or two soon and will then start the subject viva voce. I could hardly make it comprehensible by letter— the more especially— that I have not yet acquired the details myself.

When do you propose to run for the Sweepstakes? Potatoes and onions are not mature before Sep. ^r I will name Parsnips or Carrots, whichever you think most desirable, but I do not suppose that it is absolutely necessary to name another vegetable— Onions and potatoes afford a large armor for the combat. I would rather adhere to them I will try only one of my allotment fields for the first year.

Could you send me the pamphlet

Believe me | yrs very truly | Ducie