Letters 236-237 Secretary Josiah Burchett at the Admiralty Office to Thomas Woolley reporting that the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty have commanded HMS Launceston to convoy the two China ships thirty leagues beyond the Scilly Isles. Related papers attached.
Letter 238 Captain Richard Holden at East India House to Thomas Woolley reporting that the time of the Mary's stay at Gravesend has expired and that he will proceed to the Downs unless the Court have any objections.
Letter 241 Thomas Lewes at East India House to Thomas Woolley reporting that the Committee of Shipping have examined and approved ships’ mates for the Mary and Grantham.