Autograph letter signed : Cambridge [MA], to General William Heath, 1777 November 24.

Concerning the embarkation of his troops for England, according to the terms of the Saratoga Convention and wishing to discuss a disagreement between them; saying "Since I saw your officer this morning I have received a dispatch from Sir William Howe, informing me that transports were preparing with all possible expedition to convey the troops under the Convention to England. Matter arises in regard to the embarkation which I conceive it may be the interest of both parties to adjust so as to prevent delays; & as it may become necessary to have communication with General Washington or possibly with the Continental Congress, I beg the favour of an interview with you as soon as may be when I will lay the whole matter before you. It is an additional reason to desire to see you in person, that I think the same occasion may serve to discuss, & I hope cordially & finally to settle, several matters at present in agitation between us, some of which certainly want explanation alone. If you will name any hour tomorrow I will have the honour to visit upon you either at Boston or at Cambridge & I conclude you will not object to my bringing M. Gen'l Phillips with me."