Hampstead, November 27th, 1780.
Dear Sir,
I am much ashamed to think that I shall appear so dilatory in answering the favor of your letter, but the truth is, I was not in town when the messenger left it in Cork Street, and by the neglect of my servants I received it only on Sunday last. I went immediately to the Tower, to know from Mr Laurens himself if he had any cause of complaint, and if he had availed himself of the indulgence allowed him by the Secretary of State, of walking within the Tower whenever it was agreeable to himself. His answer to me was full and frank to the questions, that he had received every reasonable indulgence since his confinement, and that by the liberty allowed him of walking, he found his health much mended. He said, at the same time, that he had always thought himself highly honored by the distinguished place of his confinement, and regretted much it was not in his power to make known to all the world, the acknowledgments he had more than once made to me upon this subject.
I beg you will do me the favor to communicate these particulars to Lord George Germain as soon as convenient.
I have the honor to be, dear Sir, &c.
CHARLES VERNON.
SIR GREY COOPER TO B. FRANKLIN.
London, November 29th, 1780.