By Express
Sir,
The Bearer waits upon you for a certified Copy of the order of the last Assembly respecting the Brigantine Johnston whereof Mr. McKnight was a part owner. Be so good as give him all the dispatch possible as the Brigantine is loaded & only waits for that paper I remain
P. S. Pray present my Compliments to the Governor, let him know that we have certain advice that about two hundred Sail of the Enemy's Shipping have actually sailed up Chesapeake Bay
mostly Sloops & Schooners, but have not heard of their attempting to land at any place.