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July 19, 1778
Johnston, Francis, 1749-1815
to Persifor Frazer
"I have escaped the clutches of old death with great difficulty." Is still weak but "I shall return to you soon" and resume active duty.
GLC01450.457.09
July 25, 1777
Was sick in Brunswick for three weeks, then Philadelphia, but is now better. Asks Frazer to take care of various duties with regard to the company.
GLC01450.457.10
circa 1778
Discusses American troop movements, including those of General Gates and Comte d'Estaing. Asks Frazer to send Andrew, since he is in need of a good waiter.
GLC01450.457.11
September 17, 1777
Franks, Jonathan, fl. 1777-1782
to Mr. Currier
Requests sugar, pepper, and rum for Colonel Livingston, and two pounds chocolate, one pound pepper and two gallons both wine and rum for himself. Addressed to Currier on board the sloop Mohawk, a supply ship
GLC01450.515.01
September 21, 1776
Williamson, Matthias, 1716-1807
to William Livingston
Has been informed that captain Neil's company is lacking in artillerymen. Requests that the governor provide for more men, and enlist them for the duration of the war. Elizabeth was called Elizabethtown at the time.
GLC01450.521
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