From George Washington to Lewis Pintard, 21 May 1783

Sir,	Newburgh 21st May 1783

The last Post brought me your favor of the 14th and the Post before handed me a Letter from Messrs Jno Searle & Co. inclosing a Bill of Lading for two Pipes of old Madeira Wine consigned to Messr Crookshanks & Co. of Maryld for my use—Having received no letter from the Gentlemen whose names are last mentioned respecting the arrival of the Wine I have written to them on the Subject, & as soon as I get their answer will remit you the Sum of £72. Sterlg—Cost of the two Pipes.

The Letter herewith inclosed, requests a like qty of Wine, & I beg the favor of you to take the trouble of forwarding it by the first safe conveyance. I am Sir Yr Most Obedt Hbe S.

Go: Washington

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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