Boston May 9 1782. Sir,

I came to town last Month, in order to attend the sute against Mr. Boylston; (Mr. Lowell being ready) but by reason of your Absence the Action was then Passd. by. I have to request your Consent to have the Action Continued, at Least till July Term, as I am this day obliged to leave the Town and shant return till the last of the month which I am sure agreeable to you usual Indulgence you will readily acceed too.

I am with Sentiments of the Highest regards your Humble Servt. Moses Gill.

RC ; addressed: “The Honble. Robert Treat Paine Esqr. in Boston.”