_To Mr. H――――._
_London, July, 7, 1748._
_My very dear Friend_,
THOUGH I suppose you will see my dear wife’s letter, yet I must send you a few lines. They bring you news of my safe arrival, and wonderfully kind acceptance in my native country. The blessings bestowed on me, have already, through the thanksgivings of thousands, redounded to the glory of GOD. Words cannot express the joy that has possessed the hearts of the people. I hear that the minds even of enemies are much softened. I came at a critical juncture. I hear Mr. ―――― has stood up for me at _C――――_, and that one who preached before the trustees hath spoke honourably of _Bethesda_. If GOD is pleased to send us a general peace, I hope _Georgia_ will lift up its drooping head. You may depend on hearing from me as often as possible. You will remember me to all friends. I can only beg you to give thanks, and pray for, my very dear Sir,
Yours as usual, _G. W._