Croswell, William, 1760-1834. Papers of William Croswell, 1776-1834. Letter from William Croswell to Dr. Dingley, 1795 July 9. HUG 1306.5 Box 1, Folder 25, Harvard University Archives.

Boston July 9, 1795. Sir, Our acquiantance has been but slight, yet I will write with Confidence. I wish to leave Boston. By teaching so many Branches of Literature, I have injured my Constitution, and not always given Satisfaction. People who enjoy uninterrupted Health seldom allow enough to others for the want of it. I also unfortunatley published a Book, that has excited the malice of many, who have more Wit, and perhaps less Learning. I shou'd be happy to procure a School in New York, either alone or in partnership, for Latin and Greek; or Writing, Arithmetic, Geography, and the Theory of Bookkeeping. Being Single a small income wou'd support me. When we formerly discoursed on this subject, you mention'd that you were acquainted with some of the Schoolmasters in New York. This must be my excuse for writing to you. If you shou'd hear of a suitable Situation be so kind as to send me a Line. Your attention will be remembered with Gratitude, and repaid whenever an Opportunity shall offer.

I am, Sir, Your humble Servant, William Croswell. {Doctor} Dingley.

{Doctor} Dingley {New} York July 9, 1795