[London 28. Septemb. 1799. Rufus King -. enclosing letters to and from Count Rumford - - Left the despatches in the Office no. 24 Dec^r. 1799] London Sep: 28. 1799. Dear Sir After a conference with Count Rumford on the subject of your letter of the 3^d of July, I wrote him the letter a copy of which you herewith receive together with a copy of his Reply. With the most perfect Respect & Esteem I have the honor to be D Sir Y^r ob^t & faithful Serv^t Rufus King James McHenry Esq^r