doi:10.7916/868z-kc87[Document, 1778 December 23]Benson, Egbert, 1746-1833correspondencetextUnited States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783Jay, John, 1745-1829Publication of Deane's letter by Philadelphia Gazette, and the London newspapers, has caused a great concern in New York. It is likely that the Assembly will launch their own investigation or instruct their delegates to Congress that a diligent inquiry must be had to determine the truth. Please advise him whatever course would be preferable.