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He intends to quit it in a few Days, and to beginhis route [.]to1 Italy. He writes in a most chearfull [lively] Man::ner, says that the air of France has greatlyrecovered both his Health and Spirits; that hehas now entirely ceased to think of Louisa withany degree either of Pity or Affection, that he evenfeels2 himself obliged to her for her Elopement, ashe thinks it very good fun to be single again.By this, you may perceive that he has entirelyregained that chearful Gaiety, and sprightly Wit,for which he was once so remarkable. When hefirst became acquainted with Louisa which waslittle more than three years ago, he was one ofthe most lively, the most agreable young Maen3 of

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't' written over illegible letter. Back to context...
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Second 'e' written over an 'l' initially used in error. Back to context...
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'e' written over 'a', altering 'Man' to 'Men'. Back to context...
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