To Alexander Hamilton from Samuel Eddins, 13 November 1799
From Samuel Eddins, 13 November 1799
Majr General Hamilton
Bristol Novr. 13th. 1799
Sir,
I had the honor of addressing you from Philadelphia, informing you that I Should Reach this place on the 10th. Current, where I now remain for your further Order—to Know in what manner to proceed—
With Respect your Ob Servt
Saml. Eddins Captain
2nd Regimt. Arts & Engs
(LS, Hamilton Papers, Library of Congress). There is an "X" mark in the left margin beside the line beginning "I now remain for your further...."