The Bearer of this goes to Philada. with Commercial views and none other. He is a particular Friend of mine.—If through the Fortune of War he should be taken and Carried into N York, I recommend him to your Civilities & Request that you would obtain leave for him to go by land to the Place of his destination & that he may not be molested in his Person or Property.

I am Hond. Sir, Your dutiful & affectionate Son