Wesley Corpus

DEAR FRANCIS, - You did right with regard to Captain Colmer [Wrigley was at Bradford (Wilts). 'Brother Colmet' is mentioned on July 28, 1783 (Journal, vi. 437d).]; but you should likewise apply, if it can be done, to all his employers. I think he will soon find he has missed his mark. I advise you to write to Mr. Shipman and ask whether he did give or offer [money] for Risgwy. I hope it is a slander. Pray inform the minister of St..... I have tried that point in Westminster; and if he requires it of me, I will try it again. If the preaching-places can be [supplied] during his absence, James Thom [Thom was in Cornwall East, to which Wrigley is appointed next Conference. Probably he had already gone there, and both of them wished to attend Conference in July in Leeds.] may come with you to the Conference. I am afraid that kind of rupt[ure under] which Mary Hooker labors will [admit] of no natural remedy. - I am, dear Francis, Your affectionate friend and brother. To Mr. Francis Wrigley. To Mrs. Christian BRIDLINGTON, June 21, 1784. MY DEAR SISTER, - The summer is already so far spent that I shall have little time to spend in Lincolnshire. I hope to be at Epworth on Saturday the 26th instant, and after visiting Gainsborough (on Monday the 28th) and Owston on Tuesday, at Epworth again on Wednesday, and in the neighboring towns the rest of the week. On Monday I am to Be at Rotherham: so that I shall not see Mr. Dodwell, [See letters of Aug. 14, x782, and July 17, 1785.] unless I could have the pleasure of seeing him at Epworth. My work is great, and my time is short. 'I would my every hour redeem.' Why should any time be spent in vain - I am, with kind love to your husband, my dear sister, Your affectionate brother. To Arthur Keene [17] BRIDLINGTON, June 21, 1784. MY DEAR BROTHR,"I agree with you in hoping that Brother Blair's labors will be productive of a blessing to many in Dublin; the rather because he not only preaches but also lives the gospel. And wherever a man's life confirms his doctrine God will confirm the word of His messenger.