That Colonel Burr joined the army at White Marsh, and was there in command of his regiment, the following application and order will show:—
Near White Marsh, Nov., 1777.
SIR,
The papers and clothing of the companies which have lately joined Malcolm's regiment are at Bethlem. The papers are now wanted; and several of the officers cannot appear decent until they receive other clothes: for these reasons I would ask your indulgence for leave of absence, for two subalterns, six days. Their presence is not particularly necessary with their companies.
Respectfully your ob't serv't,
A. BURR.
Hon. General CONWAY.
This application General Conway returns, with the following endorsement:—
Colonel Burr is master to send such officers as he thinks requisite, in order to procure the papers wanted, and the clothes for the use of the regiment.