Diary of John Adams, volume 4
To John P. Merckle John P. Merkle Esqr. Sir Passi April 13. 1778 We have done by our Friends at Amsterdam, who have followed our Orders, every thing that We thought incumbent on Us to do relative to your Affairs, and We do not incline to have any farther concern with them. We are Sir, your most obedient Servants.
B. Franklin John Adams3