In consequence of Mr Dandridge’s letter of the 20th instant from Bedford, the daily expresses are discontinued, and one is to go to the army only every other day.

I should not have written now, but to inform you, that I shall have the draught in sufficient forwardness on your return; having made progress in it. Indeed if I knew your sense as to the matter, which you approve to be inserted, it would be complete for revision in a few hours. Shall I therefore beg the favor of you to let the express return immediately from the point, where he shall meet you, with the heads, which I sent you, marked with a pencil, indicating your pleasure as to them I expect that this letter will reach Carlisle to morrow evening, when I think you will be there. I have the honor, sir, to be with the highest respect, and affectionate attachment yr mo. ob. serv.