From David Humphreys to John Pray, 7 October 1782
Head Quarters Octr 7th 1782
Sir
The Commander in Chief was surprized to hear that Boats were down the River in the manner you relate in your Letter of yesterday—In future he directs, that you should apprehend any People you find in the same predicament, & send them under guard to Head Quarters. I am Sir Your Most Obedt Servt.
DLC: Papers of George Washington.