[Williamsburg] Wednesday 25th Septr 1776.ー
Ordered that a Warrant Issue to Thomas Hughes for Two hundred and eight pounds five shillings for the use of Alexander, Sinclair for Hemp furnished Capt Charles Thomas for the use of the Rope-Walk.
Ordered that a Warrant Issue to Moses Hunter for the use of Thadeus Bowland for Eighty three Pounds three shillings and one penny for Spirits furnished John Rogers for the use of the Workmen at Portsmouthー
Ordered that Mr Joseph Hawkins deliver unto Capt [Alexander] Guthrie two Barrells of Pork and that Joel Childers deliver unto the said Guthrie one Barrell of Bread, for the use of the Schooner Flat Peace & Plenty.
1. Navy Board Journal, 62-63, VSL.