I have the honor to enclose you a Genoa Gazette received by this mornings mail, which contains the late degree [sic] of His Majesty the Emperor of France declaring Great Britain in a state of Blockade &c &c &c.1

The Vessel which has on board my letters of yesterday,2 is still off the harbour, & have dispatched a Boat with the hope of placing this on board. With profound respect & Consideration I have the honor to be Sir Your most obedt. Servt.