Letter received by Banks from the Navy Office, 27 March 1799 (Series 26.03) - No. 0002

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[Draft letter by Banks]

Mr. Wapshot

The Navy Board have made choice of the Lighter set of Rods &c & I am to request that you will use all possible diligence in finishing them as the Ship that is to Carry them out is under Sailing orders.

I think it will be best to Pack them in Strong  Elm Chests with Rope Handles at each End, about 3 Chests or Possibly 2 will be Sufficient.

Please to Let me Know the day before they are ready that I may take proper measures for their being Sent to Deptford yard

[S.J.?]
March 28.