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 to your school connections, it is impossible for me to give you instructions at present. All that I shall now say to you on this subject is, quarrel with no one, avoid meddling with the disputes of others unless with a view to promote an accommodation; and, though I would wish you to support the dignity of a youth, be neither mean nor arrogant. I have nothing more now to add, than to pray God to give you grace and abilities, and that your own endeavours may second the views of—An affectionate father.

I an infinitely obliged to you honoured Sir, for the many favours you have bestowed upon me; all I hope is, that the progress I make in my learning will be considered as some proof how sensible I am of your kindness. Gratitude, duty, and a view to my own future advantages, equally contribute to make me thoroughly sensible how much I ought to labour for my own improvement and your satisfaction. I have received the books you sent for my amusement. The Princes of Persid I hare almost finished, after which, I shall peruse Mrs Chapone’s Letters on the Improvement of the Mind. They please me much. The liberal allowance of money you have been pleased to make me, shall be applied in the best manner I am able. I am sure my dear father will not censure me should I devote a part of it towards the relief of the wretched and unfortunate. Pray give my most dutiful respects to my mother, my kindest love to my brother and sisters, and believe me, dear Sir, your most dutiful and affectionate son.