Letter received by Banks from Solomon Redaing (Redden), 24June 17-- (Series 76.13) - No. 0001

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June 24th -

Sir
     I hope youll  pardon the Liberty I Take In making My situation known to you I have Been Grievously Afflicted with the Gravel in My Kidneys.  But Being Now Much Better I am About shipping My self For the East Indies And should Be humbly Thankful to your Honor. youd Be so kind as Lend Me a Trifle To Fit Me for the Voyage, Being At Present Quite unprepared.  Your Compliance with This Request will Be of Essential service to your

Hble Servt.
Solomon Reading