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Sir, I am Credibly informed that the Rebels, have fitted out some Armed Vessels and a number of Boats, to intercept the Transports under the direction of Lieutenant Evans, as those ships are Daily expected, I am to beg the favor of you to send Immediately some Vessel of Force to protect them, as their Cargoes (exclusive of the Ships) would be a great loss to this place; I should suppose the Rebels will make their attempt on the Ships coming in with the land.
I am with Regard and Esteem Sir &ca