… The following draft of a letter—was read—and approved—and transmitted to the General Assembly—Vizt.
Council Chamber Philadelphia February 28th. 1788.—
Sir
By direction of Council I do myself the Honor to inclose you a letter from His Excellency the Governor of Massachusetts—together with a memorial from D Shutz—I am Sir your obedient and humble Servant
Peter Muhlenberg V.P.
Honorable the Speaker of the General Assembly