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Is grateful for the gift of Sir John's latest volume and would she express her thanks to Sir John.
Accepts her kind invitation for today with pleasure. Regarding the number of vowel sounds in the English and French languages.
Is obliged for her note. Further regarding the distribution of custom to local tradesmen.
Uncle Duncan and his protégé were launched on their northern expedition this morning. Was unable to act on the kind suggestion owing to a visit to the dentist and the cold weather.
Much obliged for her thoughtfulness. Called and met Mrs. Gordon [JH's daughter?], who gave a good account of all at home. Has been in severe pain from a chill.
Mrs. Jones has asked him to finish the note for her as she is going to Brighton. Hopes to hear from JH when all is settled about Hawkhurst.
Commenting on aspects of family life, obviously raised in an earlier letter by MH.
Instructions about ordering wine, etc., for a [Christmas?] party.
Writes to commiserate with MH during a difficult time for her; is coming home on the weekend and bringing daughter Isabella with him.
Mostly about bonnets, and letters to be directed to the family at Collingwood.
Concerned about son Willy, who seems very lonely in India.
Concerned about their daughter Caroline, who is considering going to Constantinople.
Recounts rushing around the previous day to get some business done.
Comments on domestic matters, his pleasure in the accomplishment of his children, and on the death of a family friend.
Mostly about family business.
About the coal tax and the building of St. Paul's, political struggles, and a visit from daughters Caroline and Margaret Louisa.
The 'boys' have arrived from school. Comments on some household matters.
Thanks for letters from MH and daughter Isabella; some matters of bills and wages.
About their brave daughter Isabella suffering physical hurt quietly; also about an aging family acquaintance, and about buying a horse and carriage.