Dr Sir

I have the Pleasure to inform you, that the Rockingham left our Bar at 8 OClock this Eveng with a Brisk Breeze at S West & from the Appearance of the Night, I doubt not she will [be] 16 to 20 Leagues Distance ere the Dawn Appears ー I wish her Success ー Mugford the Mate left her 2 Nights pass'd without Leave from the Master, which Oppy was prudently embrac'd by shipping another Mate of an extream good Character. ー I have persuaded Cole Forde to draw for 200 £ sterling & I have drew for £300 as you will find by the enclos'd Bills, all of which will lessen the Risque of the Adventure out, which Trust will be agreable to youー

I hope this will meet you in Health & Safety at Watertown, & believe me to be [&c.]