Roebuck off of Gwins Island Virginia 10th July 1776
Sir,
Notwithstanding my orders of the 5th instant, directing you to proceed immediately to London with the Levant Victualler, so soon as you should have put the remainder of your Provisions on board the Anna Transport: It is now my further commands to you, that in case Governor [Robert] Eden shall apply to you, either for a Passage to England, or to remain here for his accommodation, you are in every respect to obey his orders; taking notice of the time he shall think proper to detain you; and on your arrival in England to acquaint the Commissioners for victualing His Majestys Navy therewith. I am Sir [&c.]
A.S. Hamond
To Mr. Saml Thomas Master of the Levant Transport.
1. PRO, Admiralty 1/1902, 13, 12, LC Photocopy.
