Wesley Corpus

To Mrs. Johnston, Annandale, Lisleen Date: BRISTOL, September 24, 1779. Source: The Letters of John Wesley (1779) Author: John Wesley --- MY DEAR SISTER, - I heard not one word of those accusations against John Howe, only that some time since he made a race on a Sunday. I ordered Mr. Watkinson to write to him concerning it. He did so, but could not gain a line in answer. This was utterly wrong. He ought at all hazards to have answered immediately. But of the things you mention I know nothing; I have not heard one tittle. My judgment is, John Howe should order a lawyer to write to the man that struck him and to each of them that held his hands, that he has 'orders to bring an action for assault and battery against them unless they ask his pardon for the error of illegal violence.' I believe you have preachers now who truly fear God and have their hearts in His work. Wishing you may experience all His promises, I remain, my dear sister, Your affectionate friend and brother. I have received no other letter from you but that of the 9th instant.