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Saw Mr. Stolter[?] yesterday and talked to him about American affairs; he, like most other Englishmen, supports the southern cause; does not think that England or France will intervene in the conflict; received a letter from Walker, telling him about Rutson and his brothers in New O[rleans] and the feelings of the Southerners; is glad to see him thinking for himself and sharing his opinions; is giong to visit Mr. Edward Heath and Mr. and Mrs. Myers this afternoon; Mr. Hamilton invited him to stay with him in London till early December; since he would rather have a good deal of freedom, will stay at a hotel; told Laura he will take her to Devonshire next week on his way to London and pick her up on the way back; she agreed to the plan; donated £10 to the Southern and No[rthern?] hospitals of the town; saw young Mr. Healing yestersday, who said his uncle left his nephews money; the brothers plan to go into business together; will help them out if he can; Mr. Weed came to T[tea]  the previous even[in]g; heard from Mr. Clunas, who plans to go to New York; will send Tobin's clothes by him; is glad she plans to send money to the boys in New O[rleans]. 4pp. ALS