The Bearer Captain Cooper of the 4th Massachusetts Regt hath represented to me that the peculiar situation of his family renders his continuing longer in service very inconvenient. & wishes to have permission to resign.

Captain Drew who was formerly in the same Regiment, but being a Prisoner when the late arrangement was made, was by mistake derangd— he is anctious to continue in service & is ready to take Captain Coopers Place, could it be permitted. I could wish if your Excellency thinks proper that Captain Cooper might be indulged in his request. He hath obtaind the necessary Certificates. I have the Honor to be with the utmost respect Your Excellencys most Obedt very humble Servant