[this is written on the same sheet as a note from Horatia: ]
Laycock Abbey
Mercredi 10 Décembre 1
It is not much to be regretted parting with S – as I will tell you; but I hate boring you with Parish business 2 when you are at a distance & yet perhaps it is better so than when at home for it would be sad if home was identified with plagues & bores & disagreeable ideas.
Betty 3 came yesterday, we invited her to spend a Month or two – She is very well & wishes much to see you.
Let me know what day you will be in London that I may send my commissions
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