Letter received by Banks from John King, 12 December 1798 (Series 20.35) - No. 0001

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Decr. 12 -
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30  int 3.p.m

Dear Sir

I am sure the Duke of Portland will comply with your request in favour of your young practical Botanist & will write to Govr  Hunter accordingly- but you have not mentioned his name - pray let