the Marshal’s office of Potomac is become vacant by the resignation of mr Dent. it appears to be an important district, comprehending rich parts of Virginia & Maryland; yet I do not know whether it is likely to be among the profitable offices of that kind. very much uninformed of your ordinary pursuits, I cannot judge how far such an office may be […] to you, yet should it prove so, there is no one whom I [should appoint to it] with greater pleasure. I take the liberty there[fore] of […] it [to you], & of expressing my wish that you may […].

[Should you] […] visit this place, I shall be happy to see you at all times, & especially about the hour of dinner. Accept assurances of my esteem & respect.