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planet refered to by him and never before seen by human eyes was found in the place indicated by him! This mathematical revelation has amazed all Europe, and the talented astronomer is elevated upon the pinnacle of fame. -- As for Mr Arago his features are intellectual and very strongly marked. -- Evening remained at home

Dec 7 [date underlined] = Rain, sun, and greasy mud. Went out to make arrangements for a Court dress, and visited [illegible] gold lace manufacturing in the Rue St. Denis. Received a call from Comte [?] Holinski [?] --

Dec 8 [date underlined] Rain, mud, mud! Occupied most of the day in making preparations for the presentation at Court. Evening a call from Mr. Fraser but Matilda being sick of La Grippe was compelled to deny her help.

Dec. 9 [date underlined] = One everlasting cloud like a Pall still overcasts the heavens. -- occupied as yesterday with court dress. Received per Washington letters from Edwin and Mrs. Addams rogether with Tariff and some newspapers. Evening home.