I have this moment Anchored here. M. de Chaumont will communicate to you the Object of my present destenation as well as inform you where I mean to anchor about Ten days hence to receive your final Orders.— I have had a most disagreeable Task to compose Affairs on board the Alliance— The two principal Officers Lieutenants hill and adams have at last left her without a Congée And I believe in consequence that a better Understanding will Subsist between the Officers that remain.— The inclosed letter respecting Mr. Amiel I hope will meet with your Approbation and when I anchor to receive your orders I can take him again on board or not as you direct.

I am with real Sentiments of honest Esteem and Affection Dear Sir Your truely Obliged Friend and very humble Servant