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I am this Minute informed by Captain [Abraham] Boyce of the Marines, who was on Board the Lexington, that she was taken by the Pearle Frigate off the Capes of Delaware. The Weather proving extremely bad, only seven Hands were put on Board. In Consequence of which the Lexington's Crew rose; and having taken Possession of her, have brought safe into this Harbour. She is loaded with Powder, Arms, & dry Goods. I shall order her to be immediately unloaded, & dispatch her as fast as possible.