In the last Article of the British Treaty, concluded between you and Lord Grenville on the 19th: of November 1794, it is agreed that there shall be added to it other Articles which for want of time and other circumstances could not then be perfected. As it is intended to authorize Mr. King to enter into further negotiations with Great Britain, I shall feel myself greatly obliged by your informing me what were the subjects of the Articles above referred to; besides the impressing of our seamen, which is indeed one of the highest importance; and the questions mentioned in the 12th: Article, whether in any and what cases neutral vessels should protect enemy’s property; and in what case provisions and other Articles not generally contraband, may become such.

Mr: King’s instructions must be formed in the ensuing week;1 I hope, therefore, you will excuse my requesting the favour of an early answer. I have the honor to be, with great respect, Sir, Your most obedient Servant,