The Board are greatly concerned that the Cannon which they contracted for with you several months ago, are not yet ready. ー They have several Vessels now manned & fitted for the sea, with every article except cannon. By this, a very great expence is daily incurred by the Government, and not the least advantage derived from it; nor can be, till the Vessels are furnished with the cannon which are expected from you. The Board therefore inost earnestly urge you to make all possible dispatch in this affair, and to postpone every other business till this is finished.

In the name & by order of the Board