He hopes that Humphry has been prevented by business from coming to York, rather than anything less fortunate. He has had an easel made and Humphry's box of canvas and materials has been there a while. He and Mrs. Carr leave York in the next week for Westmorland. He still hopes for a portrait of his wife and one of himself for her.
The York races have just finished, it is the gayest time of year. His
Uncle is still away from home and being royally entertained in Lancashire and Westmorland.