[Providence, July 12, 1777]
Deserted from the Galley Spitfire, commanded by Capt. Joseph Cran dall, William Smith, about 5 feet 8 inches high, short black hair, and of a dark complexion: Had on when he went away a light coloured surtout and jacket, and a pair of long checked trowsers. Whoever will take up said deserter, and secure him in any of the gaols of this State, or deliver him to the subscriber, shall receive Five Dollars reward, and all necessary charges, paid by me.
Joseph Crandall.
Deserted from the Galley Spitfire, commanded by Capt. Joseph Crandall, Thomas Barker, 30 Years of Age, about 5 Feet 10 Inches high, short curled black Hair: Had on when he went away, a blue Coatee, new Ravens Duck Trowsers, and white Yarn Stockings. Whoever will take up said Deserter, and secure him in any Gaol in this State, or deliver him to the Subscriber, shall have Five Dollars Reward, and all necessary Charges, paid