Whitehall 29 July 1775
Sir,
His Majesty's Commands having been signified to the Ordnance that the additional Supply of three Thousand stand of Arms for Quebec should be sent thither on board the Lizard, for which purpose they will be sent in Waggons to Portsmouth to Night.
I am directed by the Earl of Dartmouth to desire that the proper orders may be given for their being received on board, and upon the Ship's arrival delivered to Governor [Guy] Carleton or his order.ー
I am &ca
J Pownall
1. PRO, Colonial Office, Class 5/121, LC Transcript.