I ask pardon for not acknowledging the receipt of your two last letters before this:—the delay has been occasioned by the press of business in the land-office, which during the session of our Legislature is such, that we have not a moment to spare for either recreation, or paying that attention to our friends which decency appears to require. I have however directed my attention to the subject of your letters, and will give you my opinion in 8 or 10 days.—

I am sir with great esteem and respect your sincere friend