Welton, Daventry,
Michaelmas, 1884.
“General Sir Henry F. Ponsonby has received the Queen’s commands to thank Mr. George Smith for sending the copy of his book for Her Majesty’s acceptance, which accompanied his letter.
“Privy Purse Office, Buckingham Palace,
June 20, 1883.”
“10, Downing Street, Whitehall.
May 29, 1883.
“Sir,
“I am directed by Mr. Gladstone to thank you for sending him your work entitled ‘I’ve Been a Gipsying.’
“I am Sir,
Your obedient servant,
F. Leveson Gower.
“George Smith, Esq.”
“30, St. James’s Place, S.W.
May 25, 1883.
“Dear Sir,