18 June 1776
Paca, William (1740-1799)
Autograph letter signed
Title: to Daniel of St. Thomas Jenifer
States that Mr. Aspden, a merchant in Philadelphia, is now in Annapolis and is soliciting passage home with the British Governor of Maryland, Robert Eden. Asks that the Council of Safety promote his passage if possible. Postscript remarks upon his determination to form an independent government, "Government must be affirmed - instructions must be withdrawn - Powers must be given to your delegates to make foreign alliances - I speak seriously. I expect to be down in time." Letter damaged at center with losses affecting text.
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