Sir As I think it is probable that a considerable Sum of money will be wanted for His Majestys Service under my Command in the Southern Colonies ー and having received no information whether a pay master will accompany the Troops which are expected to arrive from Ireland I would recommend it to you to supply the Kings Chest with a further Sum of £5000 at this place, that we may in all events be prepared for any exigencies that may hereafter arise I am &c.
H Clinton M. G
Mercury off New York 5th Febry 1776
R Reeve acting for the Paymaster of His Majestys Forces
1. Sir Henry Clinton Papers (Miscellaneous Letter Books), CL.
