Letter from W.M. Spencer to General Jacob de Budé replying to one received, expressing concern that his conduct towards 'Mrs. K.' [?; possibly Mrs Kirkpatrick: see GEO/ADD/15/832] displeases de Budé but assuring him that he wishes to marry her, and explaining that, despite a long separation from his wife, there have recently arisen some issues with regard to the disposal of some property which related to his wife's settlement.

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am willing to give of marrying her shou'd it ever be in my Power so to do - My allusion to a [[underline]] Temporary Separation [[/underline]] related only to the arrangement of my private concerns - which I am at present endeavouring to accomplish - I hope Sir this Explanation will prove to you satisfactory - and convince you that the Confidence Mrs K. placed in me was such as I never wish to betray I have the Honor to remain my dear Sir your obedient hble. Servant W. M. Spencer P. S. I have the pleasure to inform you Mrs K is very well - I have every apology to offer for the length of this Letter, which I hope you will excuse