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JH learned from daughters that JH and MBH must appear in drawing room for birthday celebration after girls return from Ball.
Sends Lady Herschel her book [Physical Geography] as a token of friendship. Discusses the current political turmoil. Regards to family.
Condolences regarding sad event [death of Caroline Herschel]. Somervilles enjoyed their visit to Collingwood. Has sent a box of gifts.
Death of her brother-in-law. Riots in Germany. Thanks for the gift.
Lists a number of people JH called on but all were out. Received a gold medal with the head of the King of the Netherlands on it. Also received a 'very superb and truly Imperial' ring from 'the Duke.' [This, presumably, is the diamond ring he received from the Emperor of Austria.]
Is glad to see that P[eter] S[tewart]'s prospects have improved [see JH's 1847-10-10]; JH promises MH a Daguerreotype, and comments on family activities.
MH is having dental trouble; JH talks about changing some of his plans saying 'The fact is I am a prisoner for life and know it.' But JH goes on to say that companionship means that he is not in solitary confinement. [It seems JH is giving up reading and research plans because of the needs of his family, but he does not regret it.]