Letter received by Banks from WilliamBligh, 28 June 1788 (Series 46.25) - No. 0002

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very soon, as the homeward bound Ships do not remain after July . -

I am now to take my leave of You Sir for a long time - I wish you to enjoy the most proper health & happyness and to see you satisfied with my conduct on my return will give the greatest pleasure to

Dear Sir
Your most obliged and
Very faithful Huble Servant
Wm Bligh

The Time Keeeper you was so good as to send with me performs remarkably well

To Sir Joseph Banks Bart