I intended to have done myself the pleasure of writing to you much sooner but I have waited in daily expectation for Mr. Hartley’s coming to Town as I might acquaint you of his having received yr. letter— but contrary to the expectation of his Brother Mr. Winchcombe Hartley he still remains in the Country and I have not sent the letter by the Post as Mr. W: Hartley informs me that few letters but what are now opened at the Post Office English or Foreign— Mr. H: has wrote to him & has informed him that there is a letter in Town from you to him and as soon as We get his answer I will write again to you— Mrs. Lloyd unites with me in best wishes for your health &c: &c: &c: and I am, Dear Sir, with very great respect yr. obt. humble Servant