Sir,

I take the Liberty to enquire of you whether you have any Ship or armed Vessel at or near the Penobscot River, or whether you have any that could be Sent thither on a temporary Service? I shall take an opportunity to see you and converse with you on the Service I have in View to perform.

I shall at the Same time be obliged to you for your opinion of the Number of Troops that the Boats belonging to your Squadron in the Harbour would be able to take on board should I have occasion to make Application to you for their Assistance

I have the honor to be with great Regard and Esteem Sir [&c.]