Letter received by Banks from David Burton, 4 February 1791 (Series 15.04) - No. 0001

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H M Ship Gorgon Spithead
Febry 4th 1791

Sir

I Received your Letter this morning, and think myself much honored by the Proposal you have made me, which I accept. If you mean Seeds and Specimens of Vegetables only, and you may depend upon me Strictly adhering and paying due attention to your Commands. I have one Quir Ream of Cartridge paper which I had from Mr Dryadra [Dryander].

If it is in your power to get me any promotion at any time I will esteem it as a particular favor. I have  the honor to be 

Sir your much obliged
and humble obdt Sert.
David Burton