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New-York, February 6, 1776.
Yesterday at 2 ho˙, P˙ M˙, Mr˙ Lott received the enclosed order for sea-provisions for His Majesty' s ship Mercury, which he thinks he is at liberty to supply, pursuant to the order of the honourable Congress in August last; but being desirous to act so as not to give offence in these difficult times, humbly begs the advice and direction of this
To the Honourable the Committee of Safety for the Colony of New-York.
Abraham Lott to New-York Committee of Safety
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honourable Committee, whether the command shall be complied with or not.