Sir

When I had this honor yesterday I had no knowledge of any meeting intended for tomorrow with M^r Carpmael ^<1> but found a note to that effect on my return home in the Evening, Permit me to say I will make a point of seeking an interview with Mr Carpmael tomorrow

I am most respect^ly Sir Your mo Ob^t Serv^t
Rich^d Beard

1 Endsleigh St
Tavistock Sq
25 Mar/42

H F. Talbot Esqr

[envelope:]
H F. Talbot Esqr
Sackville S^t
31

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Notes:

1. William Carpmael (1804–1867), patent agent & engineer, London.