On the 22d. Instant I had the honor of addressing you concerning an act for incorporating a Company “for improving the Navigation of James River.” Since that time a number of persons have subscribed to the Memorial which is now enclosed.

It is reported here that Congress will rise before this can reach you. If there was a little more time, I apprehend that not a man in this City, who is not interested, who would not subscribe. If the reasons alleged are sufficient to authorise a delay until the next Session, the application will then be strengthened, not only by many more names, but by an accurate examination of the Channel.

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