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[Incomplete letter received by Banks from William Wright, ca1782 (series 14.04)]

and places pick up Shells, Plants seeds etc for your use.

I have heard of the Death of my worthy friend Dr Solander.  I truly lament his loss to you, mankind in general and to all his Friends.

As our men are mostly emark'd as marines I intend in a few days to go a jaunt into the Country and hope to find many old, and some new acquaintances amongst the plants.  These with seeds, Wood, shells or others will send you next Fleet.  I am most respectfully

Dear Sir
Your most hble [humble] Servt [Servant]
Willm [William] Wright

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