In Council Annapolis 19th. Feby. 1778.
Sir.
If your Galley1 is ready we request you to bring her down without Delay, if she is not, we would have her finished with the greatest Despatch as her immediate Service is required—We are &ca.
LB, MdAA, Governor and Council (Letter Books) 1777-1779, S 1075-6, 4007. Addressed at the foot: "Capt. Matthews."
1. Maryland Navy galley Independence.