[Annapolis] Wednesday 28. January 1778—
Commission of Letter of Marque and Reprisal issued to John Rogers Master of the Schooner called the General Smallwood mounting four Carriage Guns navigated by 10 Men belonging to the State of Maryland & dated 20 Oct. 1777. . . .
[Ordered] That the Commissary of Provo deliver to Capt. Bryan1 1 Barrel Beef and 1 Barrel Bread for the Schooner Dolphin.
LB, MdAA, Governor and Council (Proceedings) 1777-1779, SM 123-22, M 3156-3.
1. Capt. Daniel Bryan, Maryland Navy.