MY DEAR COMMODORE: Nothing had transpired here previous to my arrival,
on the subject of the correspondence; but a Lady, a Miss ----, I think
her name is, from Hampton, has stated, that a correspondence had taken
place between you and B. which she feared would end in a meeting. The
fears of this lady are at direct variance with the opinion of your
friends here, who think that he does not purpose saying more on the
subject.
As it seems that it was known at Hampton, and even here, that letters
had passed between you and B. may I venture to ask you to send a copy
of them to Mr. Tazewell, who I have just left. He will, with great
pleasure, he says, attend to your wishes.
Receive the best wishes of your friend,
W. CARTER.
Commodore DECATUR.
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No. 7.