Sir:

The distress we are in for want of Arms induces me again to urge yoursending on all such as can possibly be spared with the greatest expedition. The enemy have landed under cover of their Ships and have taken possession of Staten Island, from which in all probability they will soon make a descent upon us. The Arms would have to be sent to Norwich and from there by Water to this place provided there is no risque; otherwise by land. Wishing you better Health, I am, etc.