Annapolis May 13. 1785 Dear Howell I did not receive your letter until this moment and the post goes in less than 10 Minutes, I can only say therefore I will give a full answer to you next week, in the meantime the State of Maryland has taken no notice of Certificates Issued for debts due by the United States. Jno. White Jos. Howell Junr. I am sensible you have left nothing untried that was in your power respecting Waters A/c__It is blended somehow in such a manner tat it must remain doubtful at present but no error can take place You know for whether he has, or has not recd. it; it is not included in he present settlement, or in other words the United States has credit for it. Jno. Bells John White