My dear Grosvenor
The late delivery yesterday made it
impossible, without compelling Time to refund one hour, to
answer yours by return. we have no bed empty in our lodging
house. but we have meat – drink – laver [1] – & a hearty welcome. Come. [2] I expect you.
R Southey.
[MS
torn]
tokes Croft. No 10.
the name Ward but I will meet you at the coach if [MS
missing]
