I learn from Marqs. DYranda that my Letter to You of the 21 Ult. has reached You. The Want of a good Opportunity has for some time past prevented my writing to You so particularly as I could have wished.

Things remain here exactly in Statu quo, except that your Aid daily becomes more necessary, and will soon be indispensable. These are matters that require no Explanation.

I have recd. two Letters dated the 26 & 28 Novr. from Mr. Adams, on the Subject of certain Instructions passed the 16 Augt., which he had lately recieved, and of which I was ignorant 'till the arrival of these Letters. I think them wise.

A courier from France arrived here two Days ago. By his Return I hope to write you particularly—

Mrs. Jay joins me in presenting the Compliments of the Season to you and your grandson