PS. After writing this I find I used two sheet but as the mail is starting I will not alter it. Gave my best regards to Annabella and Douglas and I hope you will find the household all well on your return and things to your satisfaction. I was pleased with your letter from Sidney. The alfhafa is coming up a little. I hope you were succesful in all your undertakings while away. I hope the mares have arrived safe. I believe they will be a good speck. Heavey horses have gone very high here from £50 up to 68 & 70. Yours ever Archibald John McLean