seven in the morning
-- The mind , in every disquiet , seeks to repose itself on the bosom of a friend ; and this is such a trial as I really know not how to support without your company and counsel -- I must , therefore , dear Letty , put your friendship to the test -- I must beg you will come and do the last offices of maidenhood to your companion Lydia Melford . This letter goes inclosed in one to our worthy governess , from Mrs Dennison , entreating her to interpose with your mamma , that you may be allowed to favour us with your company on this occasion ; and I flatter myself that no material objection can be made to our request . The distance from hence to Gloucester , does not exceed one hundred miles , and the roads are good . -- Mr Clinker , alias Loyd , shall be sent over to attend your motions -- If you step into the post-chaise , with your maid Betty Barker , at seven in the morning , you will arrive by four in the afternoon at the half-way house , where there is good accommodation . There you shall be met by my brother and myself , who will next day conduct you to this place , where , I am sure , you will find yourself perfectly at your case in the midst of an agreeable society . -- Dear Letty , I will take no refusal -- if you have any friendship -- any humanity -- you will come . -- I desire that immediate application may be made to your mamma ; and that the moment her permission is obtained , you will apprise Your ever faithful , LYDIA MELFORD Oct. 14 .