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Michael Wallace Esq.r

I take the liberty to inform you that Mr. Samuel Gardner that was my chief mate in the ship Union, stranded returns to Halfiax in this Vessel and in all probably would wish to have his mony their, I have to inform you, have paid him $20 to be deducted, would thank you to forward the remains soon as possible.

I remain
Dear Sir With Esteem
Your Hum.bl Serv.t
[signature] B Hooper
No 29. Prince Street Boston