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Mr Thomas Rotch Boston Sept 19, 1800
Sir
Before you recieve this no doubt you must have heard of the Death of my Father J Hussey which took place on the tenth Inst after a short but very painful illnes.
The intention of this Letter is to inform you that the business of my father will in future be transacted by me in the same store, and should you continue and entrust yours to my care you may rest assured that no exertion on my part shall be wanting to promote your Interest and merit your approbation.
With the greatest respect I remain your humble Servant
Joseph Hussey