July 1775 [Wednesday] 19
In Rebellion Road So Carolina
A M came on board the Mail belonging to Falmouth for our Protection, they fearing the Provincials would Seize it.2
1. PRO, Admiralty 51/968.
2. The mail was placed on board the Sandwich Packet, when she sailed for Falmouth on August 7, 1775, PRO, Admiralty 51/968.