“P.S. I would not send the porter only I have got neither wafer nor seal’wax.”
“Sepr 16th 1827
“My dear Papa.
“I am very happy indeed to say that I am promoted for I know it makes you happy. Let me come out next Saturday and come and see me to-morrow. I have no sealing wax or would not send the porter.
“I hope you are quite well and Mamma and Old Camello and the little Baby Bunning the same
“Your affectionate
“Son
“J Leech.”
“Dear Papa