He has received bad news from his Indian agent, which necessitated him passing it on to his brother. William tells him that his mother [Elizabeth Humphry] is Margate, but as he cannot know precisely where she is he passes on the news through her with this letter. He has managed to add £100 per annum to his meagre income and with modesty should be comfortable. His apartments are also comfortable and well situated.
William visits him several times a week and he still hopes he should do well.