[Philadelphia, June 10, 1776]
Sir,
I am directed by the Committee to apply to you for four Tons Powder to fill 60 rounds Catridges for the Boats, according to the rules we shall settle as to weight, & if you think necessary we will return the like Quantity from Catridges now in the Boats immediately. Col. [John] Nixon will explain particularly the Reasons.
1. Hazard, et al., eds., Pennsylvania Archives, 1st series, IV, 768.