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[MS 211]

[indecipherable] Aug 24 1808 -
Dear Sir
           I have been expecting to hear from you for some time past, but we have had no arrivals since the Sydney - by which vessel I received duplicates all your returns of stock but - I am longer detained here than I wished, or expected.  It is uncertain yet when we shall embark. I do not wish to come in a Convict ship if I can avoid it, as they are awful and at all times unpleasant, and dangerous.  I have some idea of returning in the Albion should she arrive in time, and be in a state for so long a voyage -  Mr Wilson will be looking for her in a short time -  I shall be glad to hear from you once more previous to our departure. by the Rollus [?} I sent out a young cow and bull and wish they may arrive safe - Should

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