I find a Disposition among several of my Friends to lend Money to the United States, And I am desired by One of Them, to request the Favor of you to furnish Me with the Manner, in Which the Loans must be made, and inform Me, What Interest The United States give.

Mr. Thornton waits, so that I have not Time to add More, Than my hearty Congratulations On the Recognition of American Independence. I am Ever with the truest Esteem Dear Friend Your’s most Affectionately.