Simmons certifies that the sum of $108.79 is due Ensign Charles Martin and the recruits under his command, being for his and their pay for May and June 1795.
Simmons certifies that $1,933.27 is due Captain Francis D'hebecourt and a detachment of Militia under his command, being their pay for service in the defense of the settlement of Gallipolis, Ohio from October 1794 through April 1795.
William Simmons certifies that $400 is due Thomas Carmouls for his time and expenses while making the essays, drafts and models of new mercantile and naval Artillery, a gun and carriage, and an exhibition of naval artillery.
Simmons certifies that the sum of thirty dollars is due David Henley, being so much of his pay relinquished quarterly to the Reverend Burgess Allison for April-June 1795.
Hodgdon informs Captain Thompson that he has shipped the articles mentioned in the enclosed invoice to him along with two casks to be forwarded to Major Tousard at West Point.
Pickering requests Meigs evaluate the goods bought by Colonel James O'Hara intended for the Indians, determining the value of the items based on their quality and the extent of any damage to them.
Nicholson indicates that he would be obliged to Simmons if he would send the payment for his pay and rations for the last quarter which has been due since March 31st.
Tousard addresses Simmons' worries regarding the large sum of money in the possession of Dr. Lawton. Lawton has admitted that he lost a pocketbook containing $350.
Decius Wadsworth writes William Simmons, from New London, Connecticut. Wadsworth is captain of the corps of artillerists and engineers. No image available.
Tousard discusses his concerns about compensation of the officers and men and stresses the urgency of paying them in a timely manner. Some have not been paid in five months.
Peter Hagner confirms receipt of a letter sent by Edward Carrington to William Simmons. In Simmons absence, Hagner notes that the letter contained receipts from Captain Alexander Gibson.
Transmitted letter pertaining to family of officer held prisoner by Indian tribe. Enclosed copy of newspaper containing treaty negotiated with British by Mr. Jay. Chickasaw and Chocktaw chiefs arrived at War Office seeking protection from Creek Nation and possibly seeking supplies from U.S. government. Discussed usability of hats provided by military for troops, has submitted for additional horseman's caps to be fabricated.
Bryan writes Hodgdon to complain about an apparently insistent claim by Hodgdon for a large number of hats. Bryan claims that this is a significant imposition which is detrimental to his interests. Bryan also suggests the possibility of a lawsuit to achieve some form of redress.
Lt. Col. Rochefontaine asks Simmons to send to Nehemiah Freeman, Adjutant of the 3rd Battalion and temporary Paymaster of the Corps at West Point, all information he may need to settle the accounts of said Corps.
