I hear you have been increasing his Majesty's Subjects, which in these times of War and tribulation is really patriotic.

[Notwithstanding]

Malthus

[1]

tells us that, were it not for Battle, Murder, and Sudden death, we should be overstocked, I think we have latterly had a redundance of these national benefits, and therefore I give you all credit for your matronly behaviour.

I believe you know that for upwards of two years I have been rambling round the Archipelago, and am returned just in time to know that I might as well have staid away for any good I ever have done, or am likely to do at home, and so, as soon as I have somewhat

repaired

my

irreparable

affairs I shall een go abroad again, for I am heartily sick of your climate and every thing it