Copy letter from Herbert Rix, to Dr George Harley, Fellow of the Royal Society 'Dear Sir, Your paper on pearls is returned to you today by order of Prof. Foster [Professor Michael Foster]. It is understood to be withdrawn in its present form, & will be rejected afresh when it comes back from you. I am, faithfully yours, Herbert Rix Asst Sec RS [Assistant Secretary, Royal Society]'. 31 January 1888