(Samuel Carter, 1800-1889, Writer and Editor of the 'Art Journal', 1839-1880)
Autograph letter signed to his brother Carter,
saying We are just starting for Brighton - it will with God's blessing do Maria good (his wife the writer Anna Maria Hall, 1800-1881) and himself, and offering the use of this house to do exactly as you like, it is in disorder but Mary & Mrs Butter will be here - & do all you need, he is glad your destiny will take you to Northampton & not to Crewe. You will be so much nearer us, and quoting the message we had from our spirit-friend ['spirit' crossed out'] last night '... I will not leave you comfortless', 3 sides 8 x 5, 15 Ashley Place, Victoria Street, S.W., 16th November no year, circa