Sir

I have received a long deal Case, directed for me to the care of Commissioner [James] Gambier, containing Maps and Drafts ー I have also received their Lordships Order of the 19th inst directing me to continue the Hawke Sloop as part of the Squadron under my command, and to inform Rear Admiral Shuldham thereof the first opportunity ー Sr James Douglas has acquainted their Lordships by Express last night of the accident that happen'd to the Boreas, she got off at Ten o'Clock, and came to Spithead this morning, it is not apprehended that she has received any considerable damage, but I believe it will be necessary to have her Bottom examin'd before she can proceed on her Voyage, which will not cause a delay of above two or three days, should she be found capable of going, and as the Wind is now at S by W, and blows hard, with no appearance of a change, it is probable she may be ready by the time the weather breaks up, and the wind comes favourable ー Had the wind permitted, the Bristol's Company would have been paid this morning, and every thing been on board. I am Sir [&c.]