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[1865]

. . . Barnacle article rather in the style of the Spring of the poets, and we wanted you to laugh with us. I think you know the Gattys, so I conclude you do not want an autograph from that quarter.

I am glad Dr Harris was able to go to George’s wedding, but I shall be glad to hear that he is safe back again Poor Hursley has been very forlorn all the ... continue reading

To Charlotte Cordelia Yonge
Elderfield, Otterbourne, Winchester.
March 23d 1872

My dear Charlotte I had written one letter to you today when your other came by the second post and I just stopped it. I am writing to Mrs Johns to desire her to put these Carters into communication with you. I believe the Bishop of Victoria is not much of a Churchman. On the whole I think governesses are much more inclined to height than depth in the present day. [[person:2279]Mrs ... continue reading

To Mary Yonge
Elderfield, Otterbourne, Winchester.
Easter Eve [30 March 1872]

My dear Mary, How well George Harris seems to be going on. It is a great relief even if it be only a present rally, and rest and summer may do much for him. I hear he is eating oysters and much enjoying them. I hear that the Mr Merton Smith who is coming to Plympton St Mary is an excellent person not a Wantage Curate, but a neighbour. I do not ... continue reading

To Mary Anne Dyson
Elderfield, Otterbourne, Winchester,
May 7, 1874.
My dear Marianne- You will like to see poor Aunt Jane's (Mrs. Harris) letter about dear George, who has done more in his thirty-seven years than most people in twice the time. There must be a most fearful blank at St. Luke's. Only think of his having led to the building of three churches, with most energetic constant services. I hope those two little children will grow up worthy of him. What does Miss Poole say ... continue reading