Letter regarding his appointment to Dacca as Chief in Council, and his progress there so far. Matters discussed include disputes with the French Resident and his difficulties with the Council at Dacca. Enclosures with the letter: A duplicate of Kelsall's letter to Clive of 26 February 1768 (ff....
Dated at Calcutta, giving news of India and the author's work there, especially financial affairs. An original and a duplicate, the duplicate is dated 28 February.
Dated at East India House, on behalf of the Court of Directors, requesting evidence supporting Clive's allegations against Henry Vansittart. In triplicate.
Dated at Allahabad, giving news of affairs in Bengal, especially military matters. Enclosed is a detail of an expedition to Mepal under Captain Kinlock (ff.115-116).