The General, informs the inhabitants, that it is become absolutely necessary, that all communication, between the ministerial fleet and shore, should be immediately stopped,-for that purpose, has given positive orders, that the ships should no longer be furnished with provisions: Any inhabitant, or others, who shall be taken, that have been on board, or near any of the ships, or going on board, will be considered as enemies, and treated accordingly.

All boats, are to sail from Beekman's-slip; Capt. James Alner is appointed Inspector, and will give permits for oystermen: It is expected and ordered, that none attempt going withou~ a pass. Israel Putnam, and Co Major mmander in General in the chief of the Fo continental rces in Ne Army, w-York. I. NYHS