Dear Sir | Pokeepsie 18th October 1782. |
The Bearer Mr Renselaer is very desierous of having an Interview with his Mother who is at New York at Dobb’s Ferry—The Merit of the Familly & particularly the Respect due to the Old Gentleman who is sollicitous that he may have this Indulgence induces me to consent to it and I shall be happy if your Excellency shall deem it expedient to permit it. I have the Honor to be with the highest Respect & Esteem Your Excellency’s Most Obedt Servt
Geo: Clinton
DLC: Papers of George Washington.