[Philadelphia] Friday, October 20, 1775
The Comee appointed to prepare a letter to the Genl to be sent by Captn McPherson reported the same, which was read and agreed to.
On motion made, Resolved, that an order be drawn on the treasurers in favour of the Captn J. Macpherson for the sum of three hundred dollars.
Resolved, That three hundred dollars be paid to Captain John Macpherson, to defray the expences of his journey to the camp, he to be accountable.
1. Ford, ed., JCC, III, 301.