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D8760 - Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth - 1714-1994
- F - Family records of the extended Franklin family and the Gell family of Hopton Hall - 1714-1994
  - FBO - Records of the Booth family of Lincolnshire, related to Sir John Franklin - 1817-1838
    - 1 - Correspondence of the Booth family of Lincolnshire - 1817-1838
      - 1 - Letters from John Franklin to his sister Hannah Booth - 1817-1838

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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
Sender	John Franklin
Sender Location	Lake Winnipeg, Canada
Recipient	Hannah Booth
Recipient Location	No address
Archive Creator	Booth family of Ingoldmells, Lincolnshire
Archive Creator	Gell family of Hopton Hall, Wirksworth