Whitehall, Nov. 2nd, 1789.
MY DEAR BROTHER,
I saw Mr. Pitt on Saturday evening, and explained your wishes to
him. He has undertaken to mention the subject to the King on
_Thursday_ (as he does not return to town till Wednesday evening),
and to second it with all the eloquence of which he is possessed.
He expressed himself with real friendship and zeal upon the
subject; though, I am sorry to say, he appears to entertain the
same apprehensions with myself as to the result. I am, however,
persuaded that this opinion will not lessen his exertions for a
more favourable answer, if it can be obtained. He thought it better
to mention to the King, at the same time, the idea respecting the
Duke of Grafton; though he seems to think it doubtful whether the
Post-office will afford the means of that arrangement.
We have no news from France; the express, which generally comes on
Sunday, not being yet arrived.
The insurrection has broke out in Austrian Flanders; but in a
manner which seems little likely to be successful. Our accounts
from thence are, however, very imperfect.
Ever most affectionately yours,
W. W. G.