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| Archive Reference / Library Class No. | D8760/F/FBO/1/1/6 |
| Former Reference | D3311/50/21 |
| Title | Letter from John Franklin to his sister Hannah Booth, on his second Arctic land expedition, following the death of his first wife, Eleanor |
| Date | 2-3 Jun 1825 |
| Description | Has prayed for his daughter on her birthday and feels confident of the care she wll be receiving. Reflects on his thoughts and feelings following his wife's death; including evidence of her religious faith. Asks to be sent details of what his wife said in her last days. Describes journey from Fort William including use of smaller canoes. Weather favourable and journey further advanced than expected. Describes likely next stage of the journey: he and Richardson to go forward by canoe to prepare provisions at each forward point. Reports positive progress of transport of stores. Refers to conversations with Richardson about "those in Lincolnshire." Hopes Tom is continuing studying at Braze Nose. Anxious to hear of sister Catherine's arrival in England and where she intends to live. Her situation is similar to Isabella's: perhaps they might live together. Concerned, too, about Margaret's state of health: he is uncertain about whether she is pregnant and about whether she will be able to accompany her husband to India. Asks about "the unfortunate Mrs H" in need of care after the deaths of her parents. Reflects on James's prospects and implies that at times James had missed opportunities for advancement. Has advised Isabella to get a governess; reference to suitability of Miss Appleton; fears that the fatigue of so many children may be too much for her; believes that with Mr Sellwood's assistance everything will be done for the best. Asks about health of Henrietta's little family at Horncastle. Will keep letter open until time for despatch. |
| Extent | 1 sheet |
| Level | Item |
| Repository | Derbyshire Record Office |
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| Sender | John Franklin |
| Sender Location | Lake Winnipeg, Canada |
| Recipient | Hannah Booth |
| Recipient Location | No address |
| Archive Creator | Booth family of Ingoldmells, Lincolnshire |
| Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth |
| Term | Mackenzie River Expedition (1825) |
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