The life and letters of James Wolfe . might as well keep his acquaintance of mine goes to England in a few days, andtakes with him two black laced hoods for you, and a vestale forthe neck, such as the Queen of France wears. I am, etc., J. Wolfe. Wolfes • perseverance deserved a better fate, but it was hardto erase Miss Lawsons image from his heart. His friend Carleton got the lucrative post for which Wolfe hadrecommended him. To HIS Father. Paris, 10 January, 1753. Dear Sir,—There is so much reason to be satisfied and tothank you for what you have already done for me, that it woul
The life and letters of James Wolfe . might as well keep his acquaintance of mine goes to England in a few days, andtakes with him two black laced hoods for you, and a vestale forthe neck, such as the Queen of France wears. I am, etc., J. Wolfe. Wolfes • perseverance deserved a better fate, but it was hardto erase Miss Lawsons image from his heart. His friend Carleton got the lucrative post for which Wolfe hadrecommended him. To HIS Father. Paris, 10 January, 1753. Dear Sir,—There is so much reason to be satisfied and tothank you for what you have already done for me, that it wouldill become me to require any further supply, especially as youtell me that the granting of it would be inconvenient. I haveno particular attachment to Paris, the reason that brought mehere is a sufficient one for my stay, and I am only sorry that mytime and circumstances are so limited. Anybody that knowsthe life I live may give testimony that I am not idle, but ifI should break off after three months close application, my time. COLONEL C4UY CAKLETON (LORD DOKCHEbTEU)From a coiitcrnporary portrait PRESENTED AT COURT 199 will have been entirely thro\vn away, and your money very illemployed. You know, Sir, what difficulties I have had to getleave to come abroad. I never expect a second indulgence, andtherefore must not lose this opportunity though it should costme many hours of retreat hereafter. The Duke has consented to Carletons coming abroad toattend the Duke of Richmond as a military preceptor in histour through the fortified towns of the Low Countries. It willbe of singular use to the young man, and I hope of greatservice to my friend. Lord Falkland, Mr. Dawnay, Whetham,and myself, were introduced yesterday to the King and theRoyal Famil}, and lastly to Madame Pompadour and Monsieurde St. Contest, the minister. They were all very gracious as faras courtesies, bows, and smiles go, for the Bourbons seldomspeak to anybody. Madame la Marquise entertained us at hertoilette.
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