I have been so very ill lately I thought I shoud never have lived to express my regard for you again but Providence having spared my Life, I will add mine, to the many Congratulations you have had, on your Safe return to America, and the great Things you have done for, which I hope no cotemporary Envy will disappoint you, of due Honor now, as well as in future Ages: It remains now for Her to make a proper use of her Independence, which if They will be prudent enough to attend, I make no doubt but you will teach Them how to do.

The Young Gentleman who delivers you This is a Relation of mine, a Man of Parts, and good Character, who comes on publick Business, which He will explain to you; I beg leave to recommend him to your good offices, advise, and Protection; my Husband writes you by Him, but I cou’d? not let him depart without This testimony, of my being Ever Your Sincere Friend and Humble Servant