Williamsburg Oct. 25th 1776ー
Sir,
You are desir'd to have ready as early as possible the following Cordage f[or] use of the Galley Caswell, Capt Willis Wilson commander building at South Quay, and when ready immediately acquaint this Board.
I am by order of the Naval Board.
Your humble Servant
Thomas Whiting 1st Commr
1. Navy Board Letter Book, VSL.