[Philadelphia] November 6th, 1776.
Resolved, That Commodore Seymour be directed to send a vessell on board every Vessell passing from this Port through the Chevaux de Frize, with a proper officer to Inspect their Permits, & that said Vessels at all times be assisted by the Boats, &c., in the Service of this State (if required) in going through the Chevaux de Frize.
1. Pennsylvania Colonial Records, X, 779.