Simmons certifies that $9.73 is due William Smith, late a private in Captain Jacob Slough's Company 4th Sub Legion, being his pay from April 1st to June 10th 1795, the day of his discharge.
Simmons certifies that ten dollars is due George Hackett, being a reward for apprehending George Bridgham, a deserter from Capt. Edward Miller's Company of the 2nd Sub Legion, payable to James Griffith, attorney.
Pickering will receive documents by Gov. St. Clair pertaining to depredations committed by both Kentuckians and Indians. Believed British emissaries will exaggerate acts of aggression when the arrive at the Council of Big Rock. Details of locations of various tribes. Only some goods have arrived, requested troops to be forwarded as soon as possible.
Described "dark and mysterious business" of persons in Kentucky not paying taxes on stills and whiskey, advised that Reverend Doctor Flaget might be able to provide information on the subject. Mentioned breaking laws, murder, and trying criminals in Spain for crimes committed in Kentucky.
Discussed abuses to system of providing goods and provisions to troops. Noted gross inaccuracies in accounts of clothing. Requests inquiry into this matter with hopes of a solution to problem.
Enclosed list of promotions and appointments, some commissions were withheld b/c Pickering did not know the rank of the officers. As soon as rank is determined, Pickering requested Wayne transmit it to the War Office. Noted Senate was in session to ratify the treaty with Great Britain negotiated by Mr. Jay. Hoped treaty with Western Indians would conclude soon so as to secure their alliance against the British.
Return of the recruits enlisted by Lieutenant Horatio A. Dayton at Elizabeth Town, New Jersey. Lists those sent to Governors Island, those confined in gaol [jail], and those fit for duty.
Stagg encloses an extract of a letter from William Littlefield to Timothy Pickering regarding the delivery of cannon to Captain [Francis] Malbone. Also noted is the removal of the ammunition to the powder house for security.
Simmons certifies that the sum of $36 is due Richard Griffith, Surgeon's Mate in the Corps of Artillerists and Engineers, being his pay and forage for the month of [May] 1795.
