Permit me to introduce to you Mr. Rucker, who tho’ a native of England, has formerly resided in France; and having spent a few Months in this Country, I have had the pleasure of his acquaintance; and have formed a favorable opinion of him. I wish to recommend him to your notice and Civilities, as a Gentleman very deserving of them. I wrote to you and Benny Per Capt. Barney who sailed this day with a fair Wind; I have put on board of him, the Seeds, Grafts, Apples and Nuts you wrote for, and wish them safe to your hands. I am ever Dear Sir Your affectionate Son.