Urker  Feb 14 1888

 

My dear Minnie [1]

 

            Your telegram & letters reached me safely; many thanks for your kind wishes [2]

 

            I have not much news, but even if I had none, I would write to say how happy we shall be to see you, and as many of the children as you think fit to bring with you. I do not recollect whether I told you that Jemmie [3] and Lizzie [4] have taken up their abode in Legmoylin [5] ; so that we have three unoccupied bedrooms; and Sally has one; so now you can see the extent of our sleeping accommodations. The old Governor [6] and I are quite alone, just like a newly married couple. We are both well, for I need not complain of my ear; as it gives me no pain, it is not worth speaking about.

 

            The Land Commission have given their decision about Cavananore [7] . Cousin Sam [8] is to get a reduction of ₤60 a year on his rent; but he is not satisfied with that; and has appealed to the superior Court; so the case must be tried over again.

 

            It is near post hour, so I must conclude. Thanks for your offer of the ginger; but I have no taste for sweets [9] . I have some still of what David [10] brought but I never think of using it.

 

            With love to the children ever dear Minnie,

                        yours most affectionately,

                                    Eliza Jackson