Knowing it to be free from all political allusions and personal abuse, it was no very material point to me to whom it was dedicated.
His Lordship thought it none to him, and obligingly consented to my request.
"I was told that a subscription would be the more profitable method for me, and, therefore, endeavoured to circulate copies of the enclosed Proposals.
"I am afraid, sir, I disgust you with this very dull narration, but believe me punished in the misery that occasions it.
You will conclude that during this time I must have been at more expense than I could afford.

Indeed the most parsimonious could not have avoided it.

The printer deceived me, and my little business has had every delay.

The people with whom I live perceive my situation, and find me to be indigent and without friends.

About ten days since I was compelled to give a note for seven pounds, to avoid an arrest for about double that sum which I owe.