Capt. Patrick Dennis's request for the advance of five hundred pounds on account of the vessels by him purchased, and the moneys he has advanced for the purpose of obstructing the navigation of the East river, was taken into consideration: Thereupon,

Ordered, That the Treasurer of this State pay to Captain Patrick Dennis the sum of five hundred pounds, on account of the moneys that have become due him in pursuance of the directions for obstructing the East river navigation.