You may depend upon my repaying you as soon as my late husband's affairs are straightened out; although, I must say, the resources left me, after all just debts shall have been settled, will be possibly inadequate to meet my many expenses, which renders this, may I say extortionate, demand the harder to submit to; but in the hands of lawyers one feels helpless and powerless. At least this is my experience of the profession.
I do trust you may be able to grant my request. I shall be sincerely grateful to you for any assistance you can give me.
Believe me,
Your affectionate cousin,
Mabel Dwight.
105. From a Lady to Another Concerning a Furnished Country House.
N——, August 15, 19—.
Mrs. Edwards presents her compliments to Mrs. Robbins; she understands from her friend Mrs. Ludlow, that Briar Villa is to be let furnished for next year's season—from May to November—, and she thinks from the description it would be very likely to suit her; perhaps Mrs. Robbins will let Mrs. Edwards know when it will be convenient for her to see it.
106. Answer to the Above.
B——, August 6, 19—.