I took courage & went this morning to Versailles to Mr de Sartine who immediately did all I desired. I now therefore can go on my Journey with chearfulness, & thankfulness to you for your kindness to my people & to me. I am sure your giving me that Protection had the wished for Effect here. How many obligations have I & my People in America to you!

It is a hardship for my Heart that Circumstances have not allowed me to visit you. I am glad I saw you that Evening at Mr Grant’s.

I was proud of the general approbation I heard at different places given to your Paper read yesterday. You will remember Mr Spangenberg desired you should be consulted on the Aurora Borealis by Mr Crantz several years ago. I think 1769.

I hope this Paper will be printed.

I go from Paris to Lyons April 22. In order to have a good place in the Diligence, I book it to day.

I shall always remember your Civilities & kindness to Dear Sir yr much obliged & obedient