SD543. Henrietta Moulton-Barrett to James Graham-Clarke

Published in The Brownings’ Correspondence, 1, 338 (in part).

[Hastings]

[Postmark: 12 November 1825]

I cannot refrain from adding a few lines to Ba’s despatch, to tell my dearest James how very anxious we are, to hear how his rheumatic twitches are, which I am confident he will answer, in his usual kindness as he must know how much are we grieved when we hear of the indisposition of one we love so much. We hope to hear soon of dearest Grandmama’s safe arrival at Cheltenham which I shall rejoice at, as we have already witnessed how much the air agrees with her. I intend to write to my very dear Bell very shortly although she has been so lazy as not to answer my last, but I am determined she shall not forget me. Can we ask you to let us have a peep at you when you are well? It would indeed be adding greatly to the many proofs of your affection you have already given us for which we cannot be too grateful.

My dearest James again I must entreat you to let us know how you are & always to remember me as your affectionately attached

Henrietta–

Forgive great haste.

Addressed and franked by Samuel Moulton-Barrett (uncle) on integral page: London Novr twelve 1825 / James G. Clarke Esq / Fenham House / Newcastle on / Tyne / S M Barrett [and in EBB’s hand on reverse when folded] James G Clarke Esqr / Fenham.

Docket, near address, in James Graham-Clarke’s hand: Ansd 8th Decr 1825.

Publication: None traced.

Manuscript: Eton College Library.

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