From George Washington to Elias Dayton, 3 January 1782
Philadelphia 3d Jany 1782
Dear Sir
I have received yours of the 27th Ulto. It appears by accounts from General Forman that the Fleet with the detachment supposed to be for Charles-Town had Sailed.
I will leave the entire management of McMichals affair to you—There are reasons why I cannot with propriety interfere. I am Dr Sir Your most Obedt Humble Servt
Go: Washington
CSmH.