Delegates to Congress . Letters of delegates to Congress, 1774-1789, Volume 16, September 1 1780-February 28 1781
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Richard Howly to To: Horatio Gates


Sir.
Philadelphia Septr. the 22d 1780

   Major Magile, after being detained, for Some time, Setts off. The appearance of matters is Somewhat different, to that which it bore at the departure of Col. Senf. We then had an acct. of the Arrival of the French fleet and now we have certain advices of the Arrival of Admiral Rodney with ten Sail of the line at Sandy hook-and only the old report of the French fleet being on the Coast. Should this not be the case, I am in pain for the Ships under the command of the Chevalier de Ternay. We have accounts of an Embarkation preparing at York, the destination as is Said, for Virginia but nothing Certain-a Very few days will throw full light on this business.

   Congress will be desirous of hearing from you often-the accts. Of the redemption of the 150 Marylanders was recd. with Satisfaction. We are Sensible of the many difficulties which attend you-especially in a line of offensive operations, which it is the Wish of your friends you might be Enabled to undertake as Soon as possible. May I have the honor to be, Sir, with much truth, yr. huml. & Obedt. Servt.Richd. Howly

   [P.S.] I send you a few English papers.


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    (NHi: Gates Papers).