Letter from William James Herschel, the New Lodge, to 'Dearest Mother and Julia' [Margaret Brodie Herschel and Julia Herschel] He thanks them for a warming present, saving him from 'a shiver that I quite dread sometimes & have to overcome'. Selina will bring word about the cart. Mrs Hardcastle was pleased with her drive and is more cheerful. There is a further letter from John [Herschel] entering into the idea of exploring the manuscripts. She should keep it until William comes at two tomorrow. 29 October 1873