There are many circumstances which must inevitably atteud'it, that may possilily and probably not be considered without the most particular attention and deliberation. But the most material, which I recollect at this time, is this-- "The filling up all the vacancies in the regiment which happened previous to the passing the late resolution, for the re-aiTangcmeat of the army as far as tlie ofScers in it will extend." This I have made particular enquiry respecting at Ijead-quarters. They say it is not only right, but tolerated, and is to be pursued in all the different lines of the arm}-.

In this promotion I conceive my brother will be intererested, and I would •\\-ish to see the arrangement before it is delivered at I'.cad-quarters,

It has also been determined at head-quarters tliat the Captain Lieutenants must continue on the new arrangements as LieutLuauts only, but are to be the eldest Lieutenants in the regiment.

Wh\' I mention this circumstance is this : that on filling the vacancies in our regiment my brother \\ill be entitled to the Captain Lieutenancy as will Jerauldin Angells.

There are particular reasons, besides the justice of it, why I -ss-i.sh the vacancies should be filled. These, however, I should wish not to conmiunicate -- only by word of mouth.

You must all along observe that I have addressed you as tlie Colonel of tlie one regiment to be raised by the State of Rliode Island, as I cannot entertain a thought of your wishing to retire.