From John Rutledge (unpublished)
Charleston August 7. 1786
Dear Sir

Mr. Drayton (?) proposes to pay his respects, in person, to you—I take the Liberty of giving him this Line of Introduction—you will find him a gentleman—in every Respect, worthy of Attention. I have the Honour to be, with great Esteem, Dear Sir Your most obedient servant.

J: Rutledge

His Excellency Benjan. Franklin Presidt. of Pennsylvania
Endorsed: Mr Rutlege
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