George Washington to John Jay, 29 June 1776

[Head Quarters 29 th June 1776.]

Gen l. Washington presents his Complim ts. To M r. Livingston & M r . Jay–€”thanks them most cordially for their kind Information & Invitation; but is so exceedingly hurried just at this time, that it is not in his power to attend the examination of G. Forbes.–€” 1 He begs it may go on, and will take it exceedingly kind if Forbes and the examination when taken, be sent to head Quarters at half after four Oclock, when the General will have an officer or two present to question him, & compare his answers with the information given M r. Livingston and M r. Jay