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Letter 22: 15th June, 1835

To J. Thornton, Esq.
(ENDORSED: recd. July 20, 1835) ST. PETERSBURG, JUNE 15, 1835.

SIRS, - Having drawn upon Messrs. Asmus, Simondsen & Compy. of St. Petersburg for the following sums, I have to request that you will honour this draft to a like amount,

1000 roubles (one thousand), received the 11th May.

 

2000 (two thousand), received at the present moment.

I take the liberty of stating that the printing of the Mandchou Testament is brought to a conclusion, and that six of the eight parts are bound. As soon as the other two are completed I shall take my departure for England.

I have the honour to remain, Sir, Your most obedient and most humble servant,