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I think eventually the Russians will beat the French: at least Bonaparte cannot bring the Poles forward and I believe the troubles or rather insurrections in Hesse are serious.

The great commander is in a scrape and had better stick to military affairs: politicks are not his element: I fancy a storm will shortly break over his head that will not only astonish him but the world:

Mrs. Jordan unites with me in every sincere wish for your health and welfare: we desire to be kindly remembered to your daughter: the children have all had the chicken pock but are fast recovering: the improvements here are going on and you would hardly know the place. I shall be glad to see you and being so