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alone. – I was not disappointed; and at last I was not disappointed either in the object of my journey. A great deal of very reasonable, very just dis- pleasure I had to persuade away. But it is done; we are reconciled, dearer, much dearer, than ever, and no moment’s uneasiness can ever occur be- tween us again. Now, my dear madam, I will release you; but I could not conclude before. A thousand and a thousand thanks for all the kindness you have ever shown me, and ten thousand for the attentions your heart will dictate towards her. – If you think me in a way to be happier than I deserve, I am quite of your opinion. – Miss W. calls me the child of good fortune. I hope she is right. – In one respect, my good fortune is undoubted, that of being able to subscribe myself, Your obliged and affectionate Son.”

F. C. WESTON CHURCHILL.