Deseada NW ½ W, 5 Lea^s.
5 AM saw a Ship to the wtward bore up & made Sail after her, She hoisted American Colours & fired 2 Stern Chace's, which we returnd with a broad side—Deseada SWbS, 4 Lea^s. Chace 3 Miles NbW—

Deseada SWbS, 4 Lea^s.
D^o. Wea^r. [Fresh breez^s. and Hazey] at 3 PM Chace 2½ Leag^s. 8 PM Tack^d. Ship