From David Humphreys to William Stephens Smith, 17 January 1783

Dear Smith

Head Quarters Janry 17th 1783

The General received yours of the 14th yesterday.

We have no news but the promotion of Cols. Greaton, Dayton, & Putnam to be Brigadr Generals—and the death of that brave & verable Officer My Lord Stirling; who left the World the 14th inst. I am My dear Smith Yours sincerely

D. Humphrys

A.D.C.

MH: Dearborn Papers.

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