Gentlemen,

The Bearer Mr. Christopher Sheridan, Native of Ireland, having represented to me his Desire of going to America with his Property, there to settle and become a Subject of the United States; and for greater Security on his Voyage, has sollicited a Letter from me explaining his Intentions. Being willing to encourage whatever is likely to prove beneficial to America, and knowing that these Undertakings are allowed and encouraged by the Government there, I desire you would permit the Said C Sheridan together with the Property he shall apear to have, in a Certain Vessel (or in her Cargo) called the (   ) of about   Tons, Commanded by      the Crew   consisting of about   Mariners, on board of which is the proposed Settler, with others who may accompany him, to pass freely; giving her and them every Succour in Case of Necessity. Wherein I am persuaded your Conduct will be approved by the Congress, and your Owners. I have the Honour to be, Gentlemen, Your most obedient and most humble Servant