Letter to Isaac Winslow at Boston about Lord Howe's departure and shortages
Contributors: Winslow, Isaac, 1709-1777, recipient; Boston Public Library. American Revolutionary War Manuscripts Collection
Published: 1776
Place of publication: [London]
Language: eng
Format: [manuscript]
Subjects: Sources; History
Notes: Holograph, signed.

Title provided by cataloger.

Dated: Leicester Square, Feb. 6, Feb. 10, and Feb. 22, 1776.

Has heard that several ships have reached Boston, but does not know about Mr. Gray's brig. Planned to mark the provisions he is sending for G. Robinson, but has since heard that G: Howe has countermanded the troops from proceeding to Halifax and so he will ship the goods by Major Smelt. Mentions Mr. Wilkins and his one transport. Is finding it difficult to arrange for shipping provisions. Believes that the appointment of Lord Howe will be pleasing to the people at Boston. Mr. Lyde has returned from Portsmouth. Comments on the late Act of Parliament and the effect it will have on money affairs. Rejoices that his family is well through the small pox scare. Advises against sending money in a king's ship. Thinks it not prudent to write more about the moves of the government.

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