From Baron de Poellnitz (unpublished)
Bordeaux Janry. the 1st. 1781
Sir,

The having been Honor’d with Your Acquaintance encourages me to hope You will accept with Indulgance, mine and   Anne’s sincere Congratulations on the New Year. We flatter ourselves it finds You in Perfect Health and beg leave Sir to offer our most ardent Wishes for a long Enjoyment of that, and every other Prosperity.

I am Sir with Respect, and true Veneration, Your very Obedient Humble Servant

[Baron] H.H. [de] Poellnitz

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