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Philada. 26. January 1786.

Dr. Sir,

I must ask of you your pardon for the error I committed about Cap. Furguson’s accounts — it is herewith sent — James Wilson was Shot on the 24 May 1781. I do not know what time he returned from desertion of Jany. 1780 — It is probable not until shortly before the revolt — perhaps in January 1781, — he was not discharged, his widow says — she appears to be a woman of veracity — She very particularly affected me when she told me of his affection and care for her had caused his Death — that he was anxious to get some pay that was due him, to send her for her subsistence before he marched to the Southward — I thank you for the information contained in your Letter of the 16. Inst.

The vice president of this State put the enclosed claims of Captain Ross into my hands — pray settle them and return the Certificates — have you adjusted the account of Col. Cunningham of the Flying Camp — You will be pleased also to send the Certificate per Post.

I am &c Jno. Nicholson

P. S. I was requested by Davd. McCanaughy Esqr. to endeavour to get the account of Lt. Ramsay settled — he deliv’d me the enclosed acct — if you will be so good as to have a Certificate for it also transmitted, you will oblige yours &c J. N.