[in the in Merke] [James Lewis XXX-136] Newyork 1^st March 8^th 1792. Sir, I send to you the indenture which I have not signed Want of exact translation of it. Very necessary for me being not at all acquainted with your forms of law. as soon as this translation shall be ready, please you Sir to go on the original your fixing to seal and to fire it again we without forgetting the act of legalization. M^r Dean says he is going to Philadelphia in the first days of the next week if it is so he will Sign them if not here at the return of the papers, according your promises We beg Sir, you will not lose a single moment & you will be so good to return all to us as soon as possible. I am, Sir, with very much consideration, Your most obedient Ser^vt Delaroche M^r delaval presents his compliments to M^rs Knox & you. — You have never yet returned the bill of exchange I gave you on Col^t Walker who payd it we thus he wanted I wish Sir you for'd take your wishes at M^r hamilton and M Cazenove