I have given Mr Cramer of Saratoga a letter of introduction to you. I believe he is in truth entirely and sincerely with us but as he behaved extremely bad at the last Presidential election it will be best to observe some discretion in your intercourse with him. I wish you would treat him with as much attention and civility as may be convenient. He is a man of great sagacity and considerable influence. Remember me to Mrs. & Miss Van Ness & believe me to be