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faint ones After all this, I am desired to
faint ones After all this, I am desired to inform you that it is not absolutely certain that the occasion will subsist that is to call Wilson to town - but it is more than probable. Should it subsist I will give you timely notice; and if you hear nothing from me you may conclude that the coast is clear. Let me hear from you as soon as you can. If you come bring with you Kenrick's Review - and bring with you the news of your being made Secretary of State, or something of that sort. Bring likewise the news of the taking of New York. My most respectful Compliments wait upon your Lady. Fetcham near Leatherhead Thursday Sept. 12 th 1776. In Lloyd's Evening there has been a suite of six letters on American affairs signed Philanthrop, which you ought to see. There is likewise one in yesterday's signed Britannicus that may be worth looking at.
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