And Henry Esqr
I have this moment been Called on by Colo Smyth to give up a
three pounder in my possession and as I have been told that my
House is to be forced to take it from me I pray you to make use of
your Authority as a piece officer and I demand that protection the
Laws of my Country give me—
[M. Austin.]
[Endorsed:] Memorandum Copy letter to A. Henry July 4, 06