Charles Rhind To John Townsend, Albany. New York. M,S,, 1820, February 3.

Refers to letter of 29 ult. Comment on offer of the Company. Comment on conversation of R.L. Livingston with E.P.L. establishing Mr. Hoffman's claim. Report on work on the Chancellor and Richmond. The Robert Fulton will leave here for N. Orleans on 11th but will be here again in time for the river if company negotiates for her. Terms for Fulton acceptable to Mr. Dunham stated. Enclosure: Figures relative to cost of Robert Fulton showing how it might be purchased and by what arrangements with Mr. Dunham, urging prompt and serious consideration of the proposition.