Page:Complete letter writer (1).pdf/5

5 between right and wrong, I have preferred mercy to severity. I am a father, sir, and can feel what you suffer: My resentment against the young man is less than the anxiety for his happiness. In the mean time, nothing shall be wanting on my part to make both you and him content; all faults are from this moment forgotten the house is open for his reception; and if he will return; he shall be treated with the same indulgences as before.-I am, sir, your affectionate friend.

From a Young Man Apprentice to a Merchant in town to his Father in the country, soliciting pocket money.

Honoured Sir,-I wrote to you some time ago but not having received an answer it makes me uneasy, although I have been as good an economist as possible, yet I find the pocket money you allow me from Mr. Willis, is not sufficient to support the necessary expenses London is such a place, that unless one maintains something of character, they are sure to be treated with contempt and ridicule. I abhor every sort of extravagance, as much as you can desire, and the small matter which I ask as an addi-addition to your former allowance, is only to promote own interest, and which I am sure, you have as much at heart as any parent possibly can. The master will satisfy you that my conduct has become consistent with the strictest rules of morality. I submit to your judgment what you think proper to order me. I did not mention my want of money to Mr. Wills and have taken nothing more than what you ordered. I hope you will not be offended with what I have written; as I shall always consider myself happy in performing my duty, and acquiring the favour of my honoured parents.-I am, honoured Sir, your affectionate son.