Case 4488

To Mr. W.

Sir

In reply to your letter in wh. you ask that F. may be returned to you, I hope you will allow her to remain in the Home where she is, as she is very comfortable & happy. You must think of her good rather than of [?] pleasure in having her near you. I think you will agree with me in feeling that unfortunately you wd. not be able to look after her properly, & so she might grow up in bad ways, unless she is safe in the care of those who will

Overwritten in black: Copy reply 29 Ap. 95