Letter from John Franklin to Eleanor Anne Porden, on learning about her long friendship with Henry Elliott Receipt of note about her friend Mr Elliott; happy to cherish the affectionate esteem produced in her by her true friend; hopes to become his friend, in the same way Mr Elliott hopes to be Franklin's friend, "for her sake". Last two days he spent with his sisters having been happy, Eleanor's absence being the only thing to have not completed a happy family circle. Regrets not being able to be with her until 5 o'clock tomorrow; would like her to meet his brother's wife and family. 25 Jul 1823