_To Mr. J――――s._
_Tottenham-Court, August 9, 1769._
_My dear Captain_,
MY last to ――――, will make you guess that my hands and heart are full.
Last night I went on board the _Friendship_; the Captain is to dine
with me to-morrow. I expect to sail the first week in _September_ at
furthest. You must be then in town. Mr. _Brooksbanks_ (if Mr. _K――――n_
does not come) will supply your place. I hope all things will be
settled on a right plan. You may be assured of my having, under GOD,
the greatest confidence in you. I only wish some means may be found
out to save the late great expence of coach hire. It hath mounted very
high. But more of this when we meet. Blessed be GOD for smiling on your
labours. This is the way; you need not be exhorted to continue to walk
in it. GOD bless you! GOD bless you! Mr. _K――――n_ is expected from his
_Yorkshire_ tour on _Saturday_. All is well at home. Cordial love to
all. Brethren, pray for us. With regret I am obliged to hasten to
subscribe myself, my dear man,
Yours, yours, &c. &c. &c. in our never-failing JESUS,
_G. W._