we are oppressed with heat here but am afraid you have it worse at Wanganui. We have had no one staying in the house since Mrs Godwin left. Douglas daily begins to see the utility of mathematics. Am glad to see him begin chemistry. It is a study that he really likes. It will occupy his spare time. I cannot endure his having too much time unoccupied. He is a dear good boy when he attempts any frolic I have only to say