Sir.

The Gallies Johnson¹ & Independence¹ and the State Boat Dolphin³ are to proceed to Alexandria on Patowmack to receive Provisions for the Army which they are to convey to the Head of Elk and deliver to Col^o. Henry Hollingsworth. It is expected, Directions will be left at Alexandria, by M^r. Thomas Richardson of George Town, if none should be there, an Officer should go up to him immediately. Although we have Reason to think the Enemy's Ships are not, at present in the Bay, it is uncertain how soon they may be and the Officers in these Vessels, cannot be too vigilant and cautious in avoiding any Danger there may be.