doi:10.7916/75ng-bf13[Document, 1740 August 21]Johnson, SamuelcorrespondencetextUnited States--History--Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775Jay, John, 1745-1829Introduces Mr. Ellery of Hartford, the son-in-law of Mr. Austin of Hartford, and recommends him as a diligent young gentlemen and a customer who pays his debts "as promptly as he bargains." "Mr. Gustey" continues as before. Sends condolences on the death of Cole Courtlandt. Asks Peter Jay to give his love to his son-in-law Benny Nicoll.