Francis Beaufort Edgeworth to Mrs Edgeworth and Maria Edgeworth - desire to bring 'semplicetta Rosa' to Edgeworthstown but more prudent to retreat to Italy (written 5 Dec) - further additions by Fanny Wilson - Rosa and the advantages of the marriage - by Maria Edgeworth to Mrs Edgeworth, 10 Dec - situation might be worse - repairs at Edgeworthstown - Honora Edgeworth to Mrs Edgeworth - household needs