Congress is now full. Every one of the thirteen States has a
representation in it, which has not happened before, a long time.
Maryland has taken a step which will soon complete their quota. They
have made it lawful for their officers to enlist servants and
apprentices.
The fine new frigate, called the _Delaware_, Captain Alexander, has
sailed down the river. I stood upon the wharf to see the fine figure and
show she made. They are fitting away the _Washington_, Captain Reed,
with all imaginable dispatch. We have at last finished the system of
officers for the hospitals, which will be printed to-morrow. As soon as
it is done, I will inclose it to you. A most ample, generous, liberal
provision it is. The expense will be great, but humanity overcame
avarice.