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Isabella is eager to visit Slough. Called today on Charles Babbage's mother, who is anxious about her son. JH believes Babbage is reconciled to loss of government support. Lists social visitors. James Grahame plans to take daughter Matilda back to Nantes. Sir Edward Parry leaves for Australia for five years. [JH note:] Do not sell [horse] Zephyr until JH returns.
Must postpone visit with MPH until tomorrow. Need to say farewell to Guthries, who leave Balstrode soon. Both babies are fine. [JH note:] Regrets postponement.
Reviews vexations caused to JH by dealings with C. E. Trevelyan. Notes H. D. Harness's belief that Bank of England is maneuvering to take control of Royal Mint. Fears JH may become bitter about public offices. Encloses copy of JH's letter to MH [see JH's [1853-8-23]].
Urgent request for information about good hospitals in London. Neighbor with typhus fever needs immediate care.
Lovingly describes various events regarding JH's children and relatives.
MH discusses her determination to educate the Herschel children herself.
Profusely thanks GA for his letter [see GA's 1854-3-23]. The family will keep JH at home. Talks about her interest in a nearby mound as a possible ancient site.
Provides details of JH's health, which is very tenuous, but seems to be improving.
Writes of the gentle, peaceful nature of JH's death that morning in the presence of many of the family.
Describes activities of MH and daughters at St. Leonards.