| Content Description | States his understanding that Portland, on the recommendation of M. de Barentin and M. le Comte de Gontaut, wishes to provide him with a letter of recommendation for the Governor of Martinique; reports that he wishes to leave on the first packet boat, having made all the preparations, and requests Franklin to remind Portland requesting him to deliver the letter the following morning; states that he will report to Franklin's office the following day around 10.00, to express his appreciation and pay his respects. |