for a change. He said it would be a charity to do to Mrs Moorhouse & children. Spent the day here last week. Mrs & Miss Bell called. They were charmed with photographs of home that are on the wall. Strangers admire this place much. A rumour that you were expected in the Luna last week. Will write again tomorrow if steamer goes. Yours in haste Annabella McLean Monday July 3rd [1871]