Mr.Darwin left to Mr.Huxley a legacy of 1,000 pounds, "as a slight memorial of my lifelong affection and respect for him.")) LETTER 32.

TO T.H.HUXLEY.

Down, April 23rd, 1873.
My dear Huxley I have been asked by some of your friends (eighteen in number) to inform you that they have placed, through Robarts, Lubbock & Co., the sum of 2,100 pounds to your account at your bankers.

We have done this to enable you to get such complete rest as you may require for the re-establishment of your health; and in doing this we are convinced that we act for the public interest, as well as in accordance with our most earnest desires.

Let me assure you that we are all your warm personal friends, and that there is not a stranger or mere acquaintance amongst us.