Item 15 - Letter from Lady Victoria Buxton to Nora Sidgwick

Writes on the death of Henry Sidgwick to express her sympathy with Nora on her loss. Relates how much Henry was connected in her mind with her 'dear Brother's [Roden Noel's] earlier years', and consequently how much she cared for him. Describes how she had felt for Henry and his wife on account of their suffering, the news of which she heard from Newnham, and refers to how much Roden loved and admired Henry. Refers to 'a kind and beautiful letter' that Henry wrote to her when Roden died, and claims that she shall always treasure it. Is very glad that the Sidgwicks came to stay with her the previous year, and refers to Henry's 'very peculiar charm'. Claims to have thought about him often 'during those sad months of illness when he was so suddenly brought face to face with the end of his brilliant earthly career!' Prays that God may comfort and strengthen Nora to bear day by day her heavy load of sorrow. Reports that her husband and Victoria [their daughter] unite with her in expressions of sympathy.