28 July 1814 London. William Longsdon to Mother. Thanks for letter by George Whateley. W Whateley entered new business and at best of times one difficult to succeed in. No good reports have ...... and with a lost character - what could he hope for. Little relation S Gardom had a pleasant reception from his friends. Slept 2 nights at their lodgings and seemed to enjoy himself. TG not then in a situation - took him to a variety of places where his aunts could not go. Admires Old Dennises exceedingly - extraordinary secret of perfect contentment and with a very limited income; are oftener congratulating selves on what they have then complaining of what they have not. TG got fresh employment with a very respectable house. [Family chit chat] 1814