Letter received by Banks from William Bligh, 7 August 1793 (Series 50.30) - No. 0001

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 Dear Sir

The Providence arrived at her Moorings at Deptford Yesterday Evening. I shall be happy to know at what time you will be in town that I may wait on you. -- I beg your acceptance of a Turtle  it may be kept alive for some days by washing its eyes twice a day. --

I remain Dear Sir
Your most obligd &
Affectionate Hble Srvt
Wm Bligh

Wednesdy Morning
7 o 'Clock- Augt. 7

Sir Joseph Banks Bart.