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~ Betts; WILLIAM M., to Cot. Upny Hay: 
1779.—October 10. Fishkill.—Acknowledging his favor of the 6th 
inst., but unable to concur in sentiments with the other gentle- 
men, his assistants. Honored by his approbation, and has 
given his arguments the strictest attention, but does not think 
it right to make a complete sacrifice of his interest. Unfair 
treatment they have received. Gratitude and friendship for 
Col. Hay, and should he be embarrassed by his resignation on 
November to, he promises ‘‘ to continue some little time after, 
but his services shall be rendered gratis, on the score of friend- 
ship, not as a public officer.”’ Vol. iii, No. 58. 
Betts, WiLtiAM M. (and other assistant deputy quarter- 
master-generals), to Cot. Upny Hay: 
t779.—October 5. Fishkill.—A protest against their treatment in 
the department. Comparing their present state with that 
upon which they first undertook the work, and their pay and 
privileges with those of other officers. Announcing their 
willingness to serve until November ro, at which time they 
are fully determined to resign, unless some provision is made 
adequate to their services. Vol. iii, No. 54. 
1779.—October 8. Fishkill.—Acknowledging his favor of the 6th 
inst., and expressing pleasure at his approbation of their prin- 
ciples and conduct. Their attachment to their country and 
their obligations to him, have decided them to remain until 
the close of the campaign; but they earnestly request his in- 
fluence in obtaining a more generous establishment for the 
department. Voll i, No. 56: 
Bevan, Davis, to Cou. PETTIT: 
t778.—October 24. Philadelphia.—Has written several times 
begging him to honor an account; as he really needs the 
money ; will take his compliance as a singular favor. 
Vol. viii, No. 6. 
BIDDLE, CLEMENT (Col.), to Mayor IcHABOD BURNET (aide- 
de-camp to Gen. Greene) : 
1778.—Vovember 8. Quaker Hill—Concerning the supply of 
grain in various quarters. Volk. x; Noss. 
