July 8th About 130 Sail are now, this side the Narrows, towards stratton Island July 8th ー

It is Reported that on stratton Island the soldiers are not allowed on shore, that the Officers go Shore, and that the Inhabitants sell them sauce and Milk, and they behave very Civil, and will not Let the Soldiers abuse them It is Reported that this fleet, consists of only what was in Boston, except about 300 that was drove of[f] Last fall, that General Washington does not expect they will attack these Lines, till they have a reinforcement, some way or other, It is expected Admiral Howe will arive soon, from England, as we have accounts that he sail'd in the Eagle Man of war some time since, but no account what Troops he has with him, but suppose Heshians if any But come as soon as they will, I hope we Shall be able to give them a warm Reception (God Willing).