The Gentleman who will present this letter to you is Major Baylies of Massachusetts—Son in Law to Genl Lincoln. He is on business to Virginia, and at his request, I give you the trouble of receiving it as introductory of him, believing him to be a man of character and worth.1

I understand, that the subscribers to the Potomack Navigation has been called upon for another advance, my proportion of which shall be paid so soon as I return, which cannot, now, be at a distant period.2 with great esteem I am—Dr Sir Yr Most Obedt Servant