Mr. Bells best respects waits on His excellency Docr. Franklin and begs the Docr. to favour him with a passport to Ostend. Mr. Bell did not set off As he yesterday intended, but will undoubtedly set off early tomorrow morning — therefore will be thankfull to have the passport this evening.

Should His Excellency have any commands Mr. Bell will be happy in rendering his Excellency any service in his Power.