Montreal 17th May 1776
[Extract]
A Gondola built to carry a 24 pounder, or two of them would now be exceedingly serviceable ー By what time could you finish one? Pray fit out the Royal Savage & the other Vessel as speedily as possible for War, to keep us the Masters of Lake Champlain ー Pray send back the Batteau In which Docr [Benjamin] Franklin & Mr. [John] Carroll returned and Remember us most affectionately to them ー We desire our respectful Compliments to Your Family and with great Sincerity & regard Dr Sir [&c.]
Samuel Chase Ch: Carroll of Carrolstown [Carrollton]
1. Washington Papers, LC.
