In consequence of the late resolution of Congress to erect a Magazine at Carlisle(1) we have applied to Mr Nicholas Hicks, a Bricklayer of the first reputation here, to Superintend the work. It is yet much too early in the Year to begin it, but we have thought it expedient to forward him to prepare the necessary Materials, and engage the proper workmen in which agreeable to your offer, you will no doubt give him all the Assistance in your power.

   Congress having fixed on one large Building to Store their ammunition at Carlisle, we had some intention of Suggesting to them our own thoughts on this matter which are that it would be Safer both on account of Fire [or] a Sudden Surprize of an Enemy to lodge the ammunition in two or more smaller buildings detached from each other at suitable distances, but whatever alteration this opinion of ours might induce Congress to make in their resolution, Mr Hicks present business may go on without interuption.

   We are sir, Your most obedt serts.