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Sir
Not having the pleasure of being
personally acquainted with you, I must
confess I am at a loss in what manner
to address you, But hope as it is the
case you will excuse me.

Being informed by a worthy
friend of mine, Mr Grove, that you
possessed a Number of excellent hounds,
as I am fond of Deer hunting, and my
request as a particular favor of you to spare
me a couple of puppies, could I be
favor'd with so great a present I would
continue some way or other to get them
home, even if I sent a boy purposely
for them. I can only assure you, Sir,
that any thing in return that is in
my power to serve you in I shall
take plesasure in doing. I am respectfully
Sir
Your hmbl Servant,
Thos Sewell

Jno Haywood Esqr

Sampson Coy 2nd Novr 1800