Citation - Boston Gazette: 1756.10.25

BG.756.050
25 Oct 1756:13,21 (82)
They are now fitting out in Boston Town, one privateer
called the Boston.  She is a snow said to be 170 tons and to
carry 18 carriage and 24 swivel guns, with 150 men.  They
say she is a fine vessel and prime sailer, and are at a loss
for one French horn player, two trumpeters, and one drummer.