Gloucestertown [Virginia], July 13, 1775.
It is certain that a boat from the Fowey or Otter landed several armed men on an island in the lower end of this country, who stole fourteen sheep and a cow. The owner of them alarmed his neighbours; but before they could arm themselves the robbers had made off. However, the people, who are now well furnished with arms, &c. will be ready to give them a warm reception, should they favour them with another visit. ー Quere, Are not the negro slaves, now on board the Fowey, which are under the G[overno]r's protection, in actual rebellion, and punishable as such? Is it not high time to shew Administration how little they have to expect from that part of their bloody plan, by arming our trusty slaves ourselves?