[Annapolis] 19th January 1776 P Brigantine Sam.
No 1. To Mr Richard Harrison. (Martinico)
Sir You have inclosed an Invoice and Bill of Lading of thirteen hundred and eighty six Barrels of Flour, in the Brig Sam Robert Forsythe Master, with ninety one Barrels of Bread, also 4000 Staves, on Account of the Province, which you will dispose of in the best Manner according to your general Instructions and the Le[tters] heretofore sent you. We have only engaged this Vessel to deliver her Cargo to you, as soon therefore as she is unloaded, if you should have no further Use for her you may discharge her. We shall be glad to hea[r of] her safe Arrival and likewise to have Intelligence fr[om] you of your Transactions by every good Opportunity. We are &c.
1. Council of Safety Letter Book, Md. Arch.
