Wentworth Place, January 1819.

My dear Fanny--I send this to Walthamstow for fear you should not be at Pancras Lane when I call to-morrow--before going into Hampshire for a few days--I will not be more I assure you--You may think how disappointed I am in not being able to see you more and spend more time with you than I do--but how can it be helped? The thought is a continual vexation to me--and often hinders me from reading and composing--Write to me as often as you can--and believe me,

Your affectionate Brother

JOHN ----.