Otter sloop, Norfolk river, September 9, 1775.
Sir,
You have in many papers lately taken the freedom to mention my name, and thereto added many falsities. I now declare, if I am ever again mentioned therein, with reflections on my character, I will most assuredly seize your person, and take you on board the Otter. I am &c.
Matthew Squire.
1. Holt's Virginia Gazette, September 13, 1775.
