A Copy of a Letter to the Lord mayor of York Dated Whitehall July 29. 1696.  
My Lord  
THE Lords Commissioners of his Majesties Treasury, taking Notice of a Scandalous Reflection as well upon their Lord-ship's; as upon Alderman Thompson of the City of York; as if my Lords had directed Six Hundred Pounds to be paid to him, to be distributed amongst the Poor of York City; and that he had Converted, the greatest part thereof to his own use; Their Lordships Command me to Acquaint you; as well in Vindication of themselves as of the said Alderman Thompson against the said aspersion: That their worships Directed no such sum to be paid to him, nor know of any sum whatsoever paid to him or any other for that purpose, and they desire your Lord-ship to Communicate this matter in the City of York; for Satisfaction of all persons, that may otherwise lie under Misinformation therein: I am with all Respect.  
My Lord Your worships, Most Obedient Servant William Lowndes.