Mr. Roberts made a mental note and would write it down for later.  He looked at her clothing.  It was not a uniform, and the lass would need it.  "Wait here a moment, lass." 

He went out of the room to a little hallway that led directly to the Earl's closet room.  After a few moments, he came back and gave Anne enough coins to get the material to make a black dress and buy a white apron.  She might not be an experienced proper maid, but he would see to it she looked like one. 

"Get yourself a plain black dress made and a white full apron.  The cuffs should be white as should the be the collar.  That should be enough for that."  The earl was very generous with the employees but expected quality.

"Today is Wednesday, so I expect you here Monday morning.  If you haven't eaten when you get here, ask the cook for something.  You will also have a break for luncheon, and dinner if you are still working."  He added.  They would not have a servant passing out from hunger.