DEAR MADAM,

I only write two lines to desire that you would not be surprized if

you do not see me Thursday. I have neglected so many little things

that I fear they will require another day. Friday you may depend

on seeing or hearing from me. I hope the former, as I am extremely

desirous of being at Beriton.

Most truly yours,

E. G.

[Sidenote: MR. HOLROYD AT BERITON.]

111.

_To his Stepmother._

Sheffield Place, August the 2nd, 1771.

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