Robert Treat Paine Papers, Volume 2
I address you as in town Supposing you are return'd from Salem. I Expected you wou'd have Spent a little time in your way home & hope'd to have seen you.
But the Part which I hear is assignd you to Act in the Publick affairs will I fear Engross all your time and thots. I therefore take this method to let you know I have had Credit some weeks for five Dollars and am542in need of some further supplies. Shall be very glad to see you if it may be, But however we are seperate'd my mind follows you with ardent wishes for your Peace & prosperity.
May you be a Blessing to your Country, to your Family, & to your Affectionate Sister,