April [1776] Sambro Light NNE½E 6 or 7 Ls.
Tuesdy 9 at 6 AM Saw a Sail to Windward Gave Chace at 8 came up with the Chace found her to be a Sloop from Plymo bound to broad Bay. took her men out & Sent a Petty officer & Men onbd her Sounded 55 fam
1. PRO, Admiralty 51/546.