To George Washington from George James Ludlow, 14 August 1782

Sir	Dobbs’ Ferry August the 14th [1782]

I have the honor to acquaint your Excellency, that I arrived this morning, according to your Permission, at Dobbs, Ferry; Sir Guy Carleton took the opportunity of my coming here to send some dispatches; which, he wished me to have delivered in person to you; but finding that inconsistent with the orders, delivered to Major Clift the commanding Officer at this Post, I shall proceed to Chatham, & there wait your Excellencys Commands. I have the honor to be Sir, with the greatest respect your most Obedt &c.

George Ludlow

DLC: Papers of George Washington.

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