[Baltimore 11 May, 1775]
[Extract]
. . . Our Differences with England at present Caries a bad face As the troops & people at Boston have had an Engagement in which the troops have been worsted Since then people in General are all taking the Muskett except some few that Really wish the acts of Parliament would take place We suppose from Interested Views. from the Situation of Matters here at present we think that all business will soon be stopped In which case we suppose every person on this side will have nothing to do, but to prepare for fighting we wish to hear from you soon
1. Woolsey and Salmon Letter Book, LC.