| Description | Sophy's alarm at almost being attacked by animal, which was intercepted by "the driver"; the continuation of her journey with Sir John and Lady Franklin, including references to Mr Martyn's at Westbury, Mr and Mrs Ashburner's at Launceston; her decision not carry on along the West Coast but to go to Avoca on Saturday 18th, hoping to meet up with the Franklins again the following week and return to Hobarton via Jerusalem Richmond. She will be glad to see Eleanor, whom she sees as her younger sister; Eleanor is to send the chain she has made for her father on his birthday [16 April]; she will not be there on the day, but will manage as best she can to get it to him. The Eliza sails before Monday the 13th, the same day they all leave. She is glad to being staying with the Ashburners; Captain Parker remains behind and will take care of her at Avoca.
No date but stamped with postmark for 1 May 1840 |
| Recipient | Eleanor Isabella Franklin |