Augt. 7th 1756 Sir,

By Capt. Metcalf 2 days ago I wrote you, and wrote it under Cover to Capt. Jones. I wrote you word that I had Taken a Coppy of that Rect. of James Allen, and Inclosed the Origll. which fact I ommited to do. But it Comes now1 by Mr Kent, & brings word that I am as usual. Your Father very much uneasy. Your Friend & Servt.

JAS: FREEMAN

RC ; Addressed: "To Mr. Robert Treat Paine atty. In Boston. Per Favr. Mr. Kent"; endorsed.

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Halifax, 20th August1756 Sir,

I have only time to tell you that I have red. your last. Dont Send any Thing Till your order. Pray you to see and talk with Capt Jones aboute the House and if it be Convenent for me to let me have it. I would be more particular if I had one minutes time, but I have not.Your Frend & Servt.

JAS: FREEMAN

RC ; addressed: "To Mr. Robt. Treat Paine In Boston"; endorsed.