 H. Maurice, who tried repeatedly to persuade him to cease heavy drinking and resume his legal studies.On several occasions Christopher wrote to his father reporting periods for which he had forgone liquor, and seeking reconciliation, but without success.He was discouraged when - a seat falling vacant at Carlisle - his father secured the return (November 1694) of his brother James as Member of Parliament, telling Sir John Lowther of Lowther that Christopher needed to be kept away from the distraction of London.