Nov 19th 1776
Sturdy Beggar, Maryland brig. Guns: 14. Crew: 100 Bond: $10,000. Master: John McKeel Bonders: John McKeel, John Muir and Frederick Green, Baltimore. Owners: Lux & Bowly, Baltimore. Witness: Richard Ridgely
1. Papers CC (Ships' Bonds Required for Letters of Marque and Reprisal), 196, XIV, NA. An abstract from the bond.