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Hillsborough Decr. 2nd 1770

Sr.
Tell as favour'd with yours of this day by James &
in answer, I found my child well at my return which I
esteem a great Blessing, as my happiness in this would greatly
depend on her well fare and the preservation of her life;
I forgot to inform you that I intend to take a hhd of
N. Harris's Tobco. & either pay him or J & B [page torn]
what it amounts to more than he owes me, therefore
when you send it off desire Mr. Dunlop to take anote
for one hhd separate from the rest, like wise I expect as
much of Mr Glen's Tobo. as will pay what is due me
Please to Inform P. Dosset Junr. I called on H. Wood
Junr. according to promise but he was gone for home,
a few hours ago I recieved a letter from Mr. Miller of
Halifax acquinting me, Tobco there is fell to 22/6 [?]
part money & part goods, say he is very indifferent abt.
buying with pro & in that case can't draw or pay money
before June for what is delivered betwixt this & 23 rd Jany.
I have order'd James to wait on Saml. Hill early tomorrow
morning with your mare, but am afraid he will not get
her shod, pray tell Browning I insist on having all the
outlying hogs gathered this week in haste & remain, with regards
Dr. Sr. yr. Sincere Friend
Mr. Johnston