Dear M^r. Darwin,

I inclose you a circular which tells its own story.¹ I have long been wanting to make a move of the kind indicated, and have at length taken this step. Remembering the direction of your sympathies in the Jamaica business, I am inclined to hope you will join us.² At present, as you see, the action taken is altogether private and but a few names have been obtained. When more public action is taken we shall, I have no doubt, present an imposing front.

Truly yours | Herbert Spencer