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 for some time, I intend making a short excursion, and then you may expect further news from

Yours, &c. G. W.    LETTER DXXXV. To the Same.

Dear Madam,     London, Oct. 5, 1743.  MY last left me just entering upon another short excursion. Blessed be, it was pleasant because it was profitable to my own, and I trust to many other souls. The last evening of it, I preached from a balcony to many thousands, who stood in the street as comfortable as at noon-day. Upon retiring to my lodgings, news was brought me, that had given me a son. This hastened me up to London, where I now am, and from whence after I have baptized my little one, willing, I purpose to set out again on my Master's public business. You will not fail to pray, that I may be taught how to order the child aright, and thereby add to the many obligations already laid on, dear Madam, Yours, &c. G. W.    LETTER DXXXVI. To Mr. S

Avon, Wilts, October 15, 1743.

My dear Friend,

I Must not be long from London without writing to you. Our Saviour brought me hither last night, and filled me as with new wine. I purpose staying till Monday; if you write, direct for me at Bristol. I trust our hath much people here. This leaves me in spirit sitting at his feet. Praying this may find you there, I am

Yours, &c. G. W.