American Commissioners to Benjamin Gunnison, January 14, 1779

Passi Jany. 14th 1779

Sir.

We have written to Mr John Daniel Schweighauser of Nantes, 6 to receive your Cargo and dispose of it; but he writes us that he is apprehensive you will require a Letter from us to you.

This is therefore to authorize and direct you to deliver, the Cargo of the Morris to Mr. Schweighauser or his Agent, and to follow his directions concerning your future Conduct, provided they be consistent with any orders you may have from Congress, or any Committee of Congress. We are Sir your most obedient & very humble Servants

B Franklin Arthur Lee John Adams

Capt. Benja. Gunnisson of the Morris