Mr: Browne Sir
You may remember I told you on Tuesday last, That I had heard from Severall hands, That you had often said you did not intend going to Sea in the Ship Boston, When I put the matter to you, the answer you made me was not satisfactory,I do therefore insist on a positive Answer in writing whither you intend to Stand by the Ship the next Cruize, Or whether you intend to quit her before she goes to Sea, your answer in writing will instantly determine me what to do—I am [&c.]
Hector McNeill
Ship Boston Octor: 3d: 1777
LB, MHi, Hector McNeill Letter Book. Addressed at foot: "To Lt. Jno Browne of the Boston."