May 1776 Sunday 12
Running up the River above Quebec at 4 AM the Triton's Boat came on board with dispatches from the Commodore.2 People Employ'd occasionally, making Wads &ca Fresh Breezes and Clear weather. PM. Saw about 200 of the Rebels, fir'd several Guns at them, at 4 Lost a 5 Inch Cablet in warping a large Raft of Wood (which was floating down the River) Clear of the Ship. People Employ'd occasionally.
1. PRO, Admiralty 51/336.
2. Captain Charles Douglas of H.M.S. Isis.