Still making arrangements for the christening [see JH's 1830-4-15]; concerned that it should be done soon.
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Still making arrangements for the christening [see JH's 1830-4-15]; concerned that it should be done soon.
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Is hesitating about a decision to come in to London, because his mother seems very ill.
About JH's mother's health, his coming to London, and daughter Caroline's vaccination. Is thinking about writing a 'discourse on science,' and complains about sitting up several nights, waiting for two stars to appear and now means 'to break the telescopes & melt the mirrors.' Found passage in Cicero to serve as motto for JH's Prelim. Discourse.
Expressing his grief over Isabella Stewart's approaching death. JH's mother is bearing the heat quite well. JH is busy observing again and his new mirror is excellent. Declines to sign [F. W.] Hope's certificate for R.S.L. because JH objects to council's current policies. Tell Peter Stewart that JH insists on paying for chinaware.
Wrote and asked F. L. Chantrey to write to MH. Baby Caroline is fine. Condolences as MH attends to sister Isabella.
Isabella Stewart's death seems imminent. Should JH bring baby Caroline to London for funeral? Mrs. Moorsom reports that Lady Mary Herschel needed help of physician Mr. Fowler. Baby is fine.
About Isabella Stewart's health, MH's toothache, JH's mother's health, and MH's daughter Caroline's good health.
Is trying to help arrange for a cast to be made of Isabella Stewart's face on her death; MH's daughter Caroline is doing very well.
Has received JH's letter requesting a bust, but is unable to assist him at present. Suggests [Samuel?] Joseph may be able to help him.
John [Stewart] arrived with news that JH's basket never reached MH. JH will come to London tomorrow. Baby Caroline is at Windsor with grandmother Mary Herschel.
About the editing of JH's writings by W. H. Fitton, and about some errands to be done for JH.
About the pressure on JH to complete his book, Prelim. Discourse, and JH's plans about coming to London.
A note sent with a parcel to be delivered; JH's book is progressing well.
Arrangements about JH coming up to London, and the health of his mother.
Relating her experiences and places visited while on a recent visit to England.
Accepts her invitation.
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.
Lovingly describes various events regarding JH's children and relatives.
Brief note about JH's travel to Slough and the need to come back to London soon.