August 30, 1779
Marchant, Henry, 1741-1796
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Joseph Clarke
Discusses two lost bundles of money, and states that Mr. Hopkinson needs all the information about the matter so he can present it to the Treasury fairly. He has heard the Penobscot expedition has failed and that the American fleet was burned. Comments that Continental forces will not falter under the disappointments but will seek vengeance. Letter is not addressed but recipient is inferred from context (refer to GLC01450.104.01).
GLC01450.104.02