Samuel Johnson to Peter Jay, 24 September 1762

King–€™s Coll. N.York Sept. 24 1762–€”

Dear S r .

In a Letter I had lately from the Archbishop of Canterbury, 1 he expressed some Wonderment that the Ch[urc]h at Rye had never applied to the Society for another Minister since the Death of M r . Wetmore. This is indeed to be wondered at if they have not done it; at least to thank them for their past favour, & desire the Continuance of it, & l[e]ave to nominate one themselves, & to be looking out for one they may be pleased with. As y r . Son is going home I tho–€™t I would write a line to you, & desire your Information that I might the better know what answer to make to his Grace. 2

On this Occasion I cant but express to you my Satisfaction in the proficiency & Conduct of your Son. I have good reason to hope, (as I pray God) he may be an Honour & Comfort both to you and me, as well as a Blessing to his Country, With our Complements to M rs . Jay, I remain D r . S r . y r . affectionate Friend & humble Servant

Sa. Johnson