darling expectation of his squadron falling in with a rich _Spanish_
flotilla. I think, too, that the French fleet will _now_ come out.

I have written to our dear friend every information I have been able
to collect, and have sent him a continuation of all the newspapers.

It affords me particular pleasure, to hear you feel so happy in
Norfolk. How is it possible it can be otherwise! seated, as you
are, in the midst of the friends of your best friend; enjoying every
kindness and attention in their power to shew to the favourite of
their brother.

I shall be very much rejoiced, when you come back, to talk over very
interesting objects which our dear friend will _now_ have to pursue.

My best respects to your fire-side; and believe me, most sincerely,
your's,

ALEX. DAVISON.




III.


Saturday, 22d September 1804.

MY DEAR MADAM,