In Council Annapoiis 19th. Feby. 1778.
Sir
We have immediate Occasion for the Schooner Dolphin1 and should be glad you would return her as soon as possible—We are Sir &ca.
LB, MdAA, Governor and Council (Letter Books) 1777-1779, S 1075-6, 4007. Addressed at the foot: "Capt. James Nicholson/of the Virginia Frigate."
1. Maryland Navy schooner Dolphin, Capt. Daniel Bryan, commander.