Ran away from the Continental ship Providence, Abraham Whipple, Esq; Commander, Richard Peirce, Quarter Master, about 5 feet 8 inches high, dark hair, and dark complexion, and is a deceiving artful fellow: (his place of abode is Dartmouth:) Whosoever will take up said runaway, and confine him in any gaol in the United States, so that he may be conveyed on board said ship Providence, shall receive 5 dollars reward, and all necessary charges, paid by
William Barron, 1st Lieut.
Newport, Nov. 21.
1. Newport Mercury, November 25, 1776.