D^r Sir/ 

I thought the weather, in the morning, would have proved such as to prevent the French Squadron from attempting Rhode Island, off of which Port they would probably arrive today, if such is their destination. But as from the milder appearance of the Weather later in the day, it is scarce to be doubted that the enemy may prosecute that Plan tomorrow at the latest; and it becomes necessary to form our final determination of the parts it will be expedient for us to take in that contingency; I will request to have the honor of seeing you tomorrow, as soon as it will be most convenient to you to so favor, D^r Sir, [&c.]