From Lewis Nicola to Jonathan Trumbull, Jr., 9 January 1783
Fishkill 9th Januy 1783
Sr
I am sorry to inform you that yesterday evening, as the men stationed at the Landing were bringing provisions for themselves & the men here the ice broke under them & two fell in & with great difficulty saved but part of the provisions, specified underneath lost, whether this is to be replaced or the men are to fast on account thereof I can not determine, but request you will lay the matter before his Excellency & favour me with his directions, which will much oblige Sr Your obedt Servt
Lewis Nicola Col. Inv.
DLC: Papers of George Washington.