Harrow 1
Saturday
Dear Papa
I have been so busy these last days doing trials that I have not been able to answer you.
I asked Mr Simpkinson, 2 about getting to Paddington, and he said he thought I had better go by Main to London; and if by that means I should not be there in time, he will arrange about my going by road; to get to Paddington any how in time for the 10 oclock train. I believe especial leave must be obtained to go by road. A special train leaves Harrow Junction on the holiday morning. The name of the inn or now, rather, hotel here, is still the “king’s head.” It as a large portrait of Henry the Eighth. I think I stand a good chance of my remove into the “upper shell.” Trials are nearly over I saw Mr Sotheron 3 here on Governors speech day.
Your affectionate son,
Charles Henry Talbot
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