The letter is short by at least one sheet.

Tylor quotes a letter written by Dora to Maw regarding the new proposals.

Dora tells Maw: "I think we should not take immediate action in regard to the children's plans, as the matter of their father's appointment to the College of New York is still doubtful. It has been rescinded on the outcry of religious interests and I believe that he is to appeal."

"In some ways I would prefer the children to go straight to Chicago which is likely to be more liberal in outlook, apart from the academic questions raised by their father." Dora agrees with reimbursing BR for the expenses incurred by the children.