I have been honored with your favor of the 2d Ins[t.]—as it is your wish to retain the old guard in preference to the New one ordered, I will direct Genl Clinton to suffer them to remain till further orders from me—or till circumstances may render it necessary to recall them.

Mrs Washington joins me in best respects to you, Mrs Hamilton &ca, & I am—Madam Yr Most Obedt & Hble Servt