up to the best possible advantage.

I shall expect to hear from some one of you every day; and do not make a boast of writing long letters, when you only cover three sides of a sheet. Let those who write consider it an exercise; you may then claim a little relief from other pursuits. You see what I do, notwithstanding I have business to attend to: but in every thing there must be method, without which nothing goes on well. Divide among you my kind love.

B. O.

To MISS FANNY OAKLEY.

MY DEAR LITTLE FANNY,

Tavistock Place, October 3, 1814.

I AM glad to find you had a pleasant walk to Rottendean. I received your pretty letter, and am glad to tell you Benjamin and myself are well; but do not think we can visit you again at Brighton. I shall remember you, (as far as you desire it), to Rover and Trim, and will give your love to Rosewell.

Your loving Father,

B. O.

To MISS JANE OAKLEY.

Tavistock Place, October 3, 1814.

MY DEAR JANE,

IT has given me great pleasure to receive your first letter: it is written very well, and, by practice, I am sure you will improve. The cheeses were very acceptable to Benjamin and myself; and we beg to thank you for being so attentive to us.