in the Downs. Poor little thing she is in very low spirits and seems to feel the parting with Uncle more than any one. I had a kind letter from Mr Strang asking me to go down to Wellington to meet Annabella and that perhaps he will come up with us. Now I think that I have given you all the general news so good day. Your affectionate Sister Catherine Maclean Do not forget to bring the things for me. Am really in want of them.