John Adams to James Warren, October 20, 1775

Octr. 20. 1775

Dr sir

The Bearer of this is John McPherson Esq. 1 He is a Genius—an old Sea Warriour, Nine or ten Times wounded in Sea Fights.

He has a son in the Service—Aid de Camp to Schuyler—a very sensible Man.

Of Mr. McPhersons Errand to the Camp ask no Questions and I will tell you no false News. It will make a Noise, in Time—but for the present for Gods sake let not a Word be said.

I hope all our Friends who have Opportunity will show him Respect.