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To George Washington from John Greaton, 24 June 1782

sir. Dobbs-ferry June 24th 1782

I have the honor to inclose you three N.York papers which I procur’d from a flag that arriv’d at this post yesterday afternoon. The flag brought up thirty three Masters & Mates of Vessels who’ where permited to come out on Parole, by Adml Digby, those Gentlemen inform’s me that all the Masters & Mates belonging to the Eastward, (who where prisoners at N.York) where sent to Newport.

I have not been able to procure any Intelligence since my arrival at this post. I am with the greatest sentiments of esteem Your Excellency’s Most Obedient Humble Servt

J. Greaton

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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