William Rotch Jr. letter to Thomas Rotch, New Bedford, 5 mo 25 1811

William Rotch Jr. discusses Thomas's move westward (to Ohio). He reports that the ship, Barclay has arrived, having been gone 33 months, and with an excellent cargo, which he advises they sell all of, since they still have plenty of spermaceti oil for candles. He discusses selling the Barclay, citing a growing concern that the US government will clash with Great Britain, making sailing difficult and dangerous. He mentions concern for friends in New York (City) after a recent fire there. 8" x 9.9" (20.2cm by 25cm