Many thanks for the 'light reading,' which he returns together with the paragraph from the Observer. Won't be able to return to the country yet as he is not fit enough. Knew the family of Reginald Poole at Bridgewater.
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Many thanks for the 'light reading,' which he returns together with the paragraph from the Observer. Won't be able to return to the country yet as he is not fit enough. Knew the family of Reginald Poole at Bridgewater.
Still in a recumbent position and finds writing awkward. Sympathizes with JH's position in the col d'aspin, as he is afraid of precipices himself. Has had a letter from Captain Stevenson. Last quarterly was interesting on Louis Philippe.
Believes the enclosed will give him satisfaction. Four of the Horaces are now provided for. Strange way the English have of going against people's express wishes. Regarding Russia's effrontery.
An optician named Davis would like JH's opinion on an instrument he has designed for observing the sun's atmosphere. Would he look in on his way to the City? What a glorious day the 1st of May was.
Sending this message by JH's two daughters, who he hopes have enjoyed their stay.
His own health does not seem to improve. Would like to visit the German Spas he mentions but could not undertake the journey involved.
Feeling worn out with his illness. Hopes JH will be able to go to Collingwood for Christmas. Thanks for all the trouble he took over the Mint-Clark affair.
Will have great pleasure in escorting Margaret Brodie Herschel. His address will be the University Club, Suffolk St. Will make the Parliamentary experiment if JH comes.
Effect of crystals on mesmerized persons. Brompton Square was blocked by people waiting to see Marguerite Gardiner (Countess of Blessington). Gas lighting by electricity.
Regrets he could not help JH. Thought Mr. Townley had spoken to JH. His brother-in-law has seen Robert Houdini in Paris.
Informing him of his position in the examinations, and offering congratulations.
Has been visiting Gibraltar, Malta, and the Vatican City. Comments on the sights.
Has not heard from him lately, though he wrote last year from Rome and gave him a resume of his travels. William Crackanthorpe is a good companion. The pavilion is being rapidly built. Would like JH to accept hospitality at his house. Gives news of friends.
Was pleased to receive JH's farewell letter. Would be glad when JH was in town if he would call on Gordon's father and mother. Has left copies of the translation of the Memoir of Mr. De La Harpe. Gives an extract of a letter from Naples.
Has read of Mr. Annesley's death. Will be staying at Stocks until November and would welcome a visit from JH. His parents are quite well and hopes JH's are as well. Is grateful for his comments on Sicily.
Was pleased to receive his letter. He too has been travelling abroad. Outlines his travels. Expects JH has a good collection of sketches. Saw Louis XVIII at Paris.
Sends thanks for the wedding cake, and congratulations on JH's marriage.
Was grateful for JH's hospitality. Mrs. Gordon is on the way to Stocks. Would like to pair off with someone in order to save the journey to Cambridge for J. W. Lubbock's election. Encloses a letter he has had printed.
Pleased to find JH and family are well. Will shortly be visiting the Wye valley. Wishes JH could be induced to come and live in the Bristol area as it is so beautiful and yet convenient to London.
Is grateful for JH's congratulations on his marriage. Revolution is in the air. Gives account of his marriage at St. Albans Abbey.