My dear Sir
I am sorry it will not be in my power to accept your invitation for Monday, being particularly engaged to dine at Bowden <1> on that day –
Yours very truly
Robt Humphrys
Ivy House
Wednesday 21st Decr
Notes:
1. Bowood House, nr Calne, Wiltshire, 5 mi NE of Lacock: seat of the Marquess of Lansdowne.