Upon a representation of Capt Cleuston [John Clouston], that the Continental Ships are Inlisting his Men, —

Resolved, that Capt Cleuston enquire the names of the Captains, in whose Ships his men have inlisted, and report to this Board. —

Resolved, that the President be a Committee to go to the house, and procure the Eastablishment for the Navy of this State: and if any alterations may be found necessary, that a motion be made for such alterations. —

The President Reported, that he had purchased the Schooner Tryal, for £ 165: — Chartered the Schoon[er]s Dolphin, Eliz[abe]th, & Elen (the last now Sail'd for Baltimore) for the use of this Board. — That he also purchased a quantity of Lumber, Oyl & Gurry; Some Cod fish, & pickled fish; and Contracted for some Spears & Shot, — the Vouchers &ca. for which, are lodg'd with the Board. —

Voted that it be accepted by the Board. —

Voted that Capt Bartlett be offer'd, as Commander of the Charming Sally,² £10 P Mo — £50 in full of Primeage & Commission, & 6, Or 7 Hhds priviledge, with ¾ allowance P day, on Shore. —

Resolved, that the Briga. Isabella be purchased of Colo [Jonathan] Glover at £ 1333 .. 6 .. 8, having every Store retum'd, excepting 1 Cable. —