may do something which I shall not like. I suppose, he means, going to
Somerset Street.

Shall I, to an old man, enter upon the detestable subject; it may
shorten his days. But, I think, I shall tell him, that I cannot go to
Somerset Street, to see him. But, I shall not write till I hear your
opinion.

If I once begin, you know, it will _all out_, about her, and her
ill-treatment to her son. But, you shall decide.

Our accounts of dear Parker, I fear, preclude all hopes of his
recovery.

It was my intention to have gone ashore this morning, to have called
on Admiral Lutwidge: but, the wind's coming fresh from the S.W. I have
declined it; for, I doubt, if I could get off again.

At ten o'clock, with your letters, came off Dr. Baird's note, to say
every hope was gone! I have desired, that his death should be sent,
by telegraph, to the Admiralty. They will, surely, honour his memory,
although they would not promote him.

What are our feelings, my dear Emma! but, we must cheer up: and, with
best regards to Mrs. Nelson, believe me ever, for ever, your most
affectionate,

NELSON & BRONTE.

Best regards to Sir William.