Sir | Head Quarters Newburgh July 12 1782 |
Since his Excellency wrote to You on the 10th he has learned from the Commandant of Artillery, that there are a number of damaged Cartridges Boxes in the Store at Fish kill; an Order is given to deliver 400 of them for the use of Col. Willets command; they will be forwarded by the D.Q.M. as soon as may be; and addressed to your care.
The Commander in Chief having this day set out for Philadelphia, I give you this information that your arrangements may be made accordingly. I have the honor to be Sir Your Most Obedt Servt
D. Cobb
Aid de Camp
DLC: Papers of George Washington.