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How did Sir Henry Baskerville react to the warning letter in The Hound of the Baskervilles? The letter was mailed to him on his first day in London.

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Sir Henry reacts to the warning letter in a seemingly nonchalant manner, but the fact that he seeks the help of the reknowned detective Sherlock Holmes in dealing with it indicates he is concerned.  It is Dr. Mortimer who brings Henry to Holmes, but Henry admits that if his friend "had not proposed coming round to (Holmes) this morning (he) should have come on (his) own account". 
Upon meeting with Holmes, Sir Henry at first attempts to make light of his concern, saying that it is "only a joke, as like as not".   He is definitely mystified, however, because "no one could have known" that he was going to be at the Northumberland Hotel, and there was "no possible indication" that his friend Dr. Mortimer would be staying there either.
As Holmes and Watson discuss the case, Sir Henry becomes aware that they appear to "know a great deal more than (he) does about (his) own affairs", and is a little miffed.  Politely but firmly, he demands to hear what they know in exchange for the information he is giving them.  When he learns the details of Charles Baskerville's death and the mysterious happenings on the moor, he considers all aspects of his situation carefully.  Although Sherlock Holmes is of the feeling that Henry should not go to Baskerville Hall for his own safety, Henry flatly refuses his advice, opting instead to think about the matter and decide for himself what he will do.  It is evident that Sir Henry is a man who is not easily intimidated, and who knows his own mind (Chapter 4).

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Sir Henry is very stalwart and attempts to keep a level head throughout the situation. He brushes off the initial matter of the threat by claiming it is just as likely a joke as anything else. However, he does still go to visit Holmes and ask his advice.
Upon discussing the matter with Holmes, it is clear that he is more shaken than he chooses to let on, because the letter makes detailed notes of his whereabouts and affairs—more so than a casual observer would have any business knowing. Being rather stubborn, however, he does not immediately heed Sherlock's advice to stay away from his family home but chooses to think it over and make the decision himself. He refuses to feel intimidated by the letter and wishes to go about his duties as normal, in spite of his worry over the matter.

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Sir Henry Baskerville responds to the letter he receives his first day in London by immediately visiting Sherlock Holmes with Dr. Mortimer. However, Sir Henry also tries to make light of the letter, saying it is probably a "joke." We have to assume, however, that this cool demeanor is just his way, for the story notes that Sir Henry has:

the quiet assurance of his bearing which indicated the gentleman

What the mystery indicates is that while acting nonchalant—as a gentleman should—Sir Henry is worried enough to consult a detective.
The letter (which is just a note) says the following:

As you value your life or your reason keep away from the moor.

The lettering is cut from the newspaper and pasted on a sheet of paper, except for the last word, which is written out. It is unsigned. Holmes is able to deduce that the words are cut out from the Times, and since that is a paper read primarily by educated people, that the letter writer must be well educated. He also deduces that the letter writer must have been in a hurry. Henry is impressed enough with Holmes's skills to want him on the case, but he refuses to take his advice to stay away from Baskerville Hall.

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How did Sir Henry Baskerville react to the warning letter in The Hound of the Baskervilles? The letter was mailed to him on his first day in London.

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