<P> Although he had recovered his health by August, he experienced emotional trauma when he was given word that Hester Thrale would sell the residence that Johnson shared with the family . What hurt Johnson most was the possibility that he would be left without her constant company . Months later, on 6 October 1782, Johnson attended church for the final time in his life, to say goodbye to his former residence and life . The walk to the church strained him, but he managed the journey unaccompanied . While there, he wrote a prayer for the Thrale family: </P> <P> To thy fatherly protection, O Lord, I commend this family . Bless, guide, and defend them, that they may pass through this world, as finally to enjoy in thy presence everlasting happiness, for Jesus Christ's sake . Amen . </P> <P> Hester Thrale did not completely abandon Johnson, and asked him to accompany the family on a trip to Brighton . He agreed, and was with them from 7 October until 20 November 1782 . On his return, his health began to fail, and he was left alone after Boswell's visit on 29 May 1783 . </P> <P> Dr. Johnson "established an evening club at the Essex Head in 1783" according to an English Heritage blue plaque in Essex Street, Westminster . The Rev. John Bowle and William Seward, both man of letters, were members of this club . </P>

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