[from [undecipherable: N.?] Merrill a Presidents [undecipherable] [undecipherable]] Hartford 28^th feb^y 1784 Sir I received your favor of the 28^th of Jannuary last, & notice its contents, and in answer thereto have only to say that I have not rec'd a farthing in money for Eight months past, nor do I think it probable I shall very soon. Shall be very happy to serve you when it is in my power, but at present can give you no Encouragment. I am. with Respect Sir Your Most Obedient Nath. Merrill [John Pierce Esq^r]