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ABEEL, JAMES F. (Col.) (continued ): 
about £20,000 in the course of two years. Mentions various 
proofs of this man’s roguery. Denies having lost his temper 
in court; has been quiet under many insults. Mr. Lott and 
Mr. Livingston in town; their wives the guests of Mrs. Abeel. 
Vok ai, No. 92. 
1779.—October 28. Morristown.—Mr. Weiss’ order for a number 
of articles shall .be attended to. Gen. Sullivan’s demand for 
150 tents ; cannot procure duck. Court of inquiry finished. 
Mr. Lewis failed to produce any evidence against him 
(Abeel). Ifa court-martial is called, can bring enough proof 
to hang Lewis. Implores Gen. Greene to let some steps be 
taken to bring the villain to justice and clear his (Abeel’s) 
character. Vole Noses: 
1779.—LVovember 7. Morristown.—Acknowledging favor of 4th 
inst. In accordance with Gen. Greene’s letter, he and Lord 
Stirling set off to view the ground. Will try and have all the 
tools ready when called for. Vol. ix, Noss: 
1779.—LVovember 7. Morristown.—Concerning a quantity of re- 
fined iron which he thinks it would be an advantage to the 
Department to buy. Vol. 1x, Nor 4. 
1779.—LVovember 10. Morristown.—Enclosing a rough sketch of 
a beautiful place for an encampment, abounding in wood, water 
and every other necessary. Preparing everything as fast as 
possible. Will have fowls, turkeys and potatoes, etc., provided 
in time for the General. Voli; No: ¥. 
1779.—lVovember 17. Morristown,.—Has provided quarters for 
Mrs. Greene and Mrs. Olney near his house and will do every- 
thing to make their situation agreeable. Vol..ix, Nos 6. 
1779.—LVovember 22.—Position of Col. Willet’s regiment. 
Vol: ix; No.: 9. 
1779.—LVovember 23. Morristown.—Will put locks on doors to 
secure Mrs. Greene’s clothes. Position of troops. By 10 
o’clock will report on the ground near Mr. Lott’s. 
Vols 1x; No.27: 
1779.—LVovember 23. Morristown.—Quartering of troops. De- 
scription of ground back of Mr. Kemble’s. Vol. ix, No. 8. 
1779.—LVovember 24. Morristown.—Report of the woods near 
Mr. Lott’s. Vol. ix, No. 10. 
