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 in the grace which is in. I commend you to his never-failing mercy, and, for his great name's sake, subscribe myself,

Yours most affectionately, G. W.    LETTER DCCCCVI. To the Reverend Mr. G.

On board the Antelope, Sept. 2, 1751.

Reverend and very dear Sir,

THOUGH I could not, through hurry of business, write to you on shore, yet I would fain send you a few lines from on board. We are now near the Downs, and, I trust, shall sail comfortably on.—The Captain is civil; and the cabin passengers seem to be very agreeable company. Parting seasons of late have been to me dying seasons.—Surely they have broken my very heart: but it is for, and therefore all is well. Remember, my dear, dear Sir, a floating pilgrim.—If possible, send me a line.—Young Mr. Tr knows how to direct. I shall rejoice to hear of your prosperity. Before my embarkation, I ordered forty of Aaron's pictures, and the folio book concerning the Moravians, to be sent to Mr. M. They will be committed to the care of Mr. T, in Edinburgh. And now, my dear Mr. G, farewel, farewel! The be with you and Mr. M, Mr. N, Mr. S, and all my dear, very dear Glasgow friends. I salute you all much in the, and beg the continuance of your most earnest prayers in behalf of, very dear Sir,

Yours most affectionately in our blessed , G. W.

LETTER DCCCCVII.

Dear Sir,     On board the Antelope, Oct. 6, 1751.

I Have been just writing to one, to whom I know you will gladly convey the inclosed. I must now send you a few lines: may the Redeemer attend them with his blessing! At the great day, you shall know how often you have been re