| Description | A lengthy letter written on 8 September in response to one from Graves in which she begins with information about a 'cowkeeping pamphlet'. She then writes in detail about Lord Carlisle, his illness, his personality and how she came to meet him. Other matters mentioned include the suicide of a nephew's wife and a discussion of a neighbour, Miss Napier, and her demanding relationships with Harriet's two nieces. The letter ends with local news of people and events and information about her own health and medical treatment - ' a great increase of opiate'. With envelope addressed to 60 Harcourt St, Dublin and postmarked 8 & 9 September 1864 |