Letter of application to join Pacific voyage, received by Banks from Thomas Davis, 21 December 1771 (Series 06.149) - No. 0003

[Page 3]

that if I fail of Success, you will not mention any Thing of this Application.

I once more humbly beg Pardon for this (almost unpardonable) Intrusion & whether I succeed or no, I shall always think myself in Duty bound to acknowledge the Obligation.

I have the Honor to be
Sr
Your most respectful Servant
Thos. Davis

Longleat
Wilts
near Frome
​21st Decr. 1771

PS:  Could I not supply the place of one of your Domestics? I care not how servile the Station if I could be near you; tho' I shall purchase it at the Expense of a good Place --