Whanganui 5 Octr 1850 My dear Susan A short letter is better than none especially when I am writing to a sensible young lady that approves of my finishing my duties before I go to Wellington so as to have more spare time when I get there. I am glad you enjoyed the late dance so much. Miss Lewis no doubt looked very amiable and pleasing. You need not be in any way jealous of my attentions. What a strange coincidence our being both similarly engaged