[Philadelphia] Thursday, September 22nd.
Resolved, That John Lambert, a Pilot, be permitted to pilot down the River and Bay of Delaware, from New-Castle, the Ship Peace and plenty, Capt. McKenzie, and he is warned by this Committee to avoid going or being taken on board any Man of War, or other British armed Vessells.
Resolved, That Luke Shields be permitted to take his Boat down to the Capes, and there to lay her up.
Resolved, That Captain Samuel Davidson be appointed to the Command of one of the Armed Boats.